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Event:
CACC 63
Date: Mar 07, 2020 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Feihck Tiote (ranked 2129 p4p, 247 weight class) and Joshua Brown (ranked 2692 p4p, 295 weight class). Brown is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Hail Mary Tupac. There are an array of beautiful celebrities at ringside tonight! I wonder if any of them paid for their tickets.
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 6 wins and 5 losses; Feihck Tiote! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Joshua Brown!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Tiote leaves Brown with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Tiote closes the distance and clinches.
Tiote has picked Brown up - he's going for a ride! Tiote dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tiote (2) vs (0) Brown
Brown tries to get to full guard but Tiote has control of the leg.
Brown actively working from the bottom here.
Tiote wants to pass to mount but Brown is defending the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown wants to get back to full guard.
Brown trying to control but Tiote postures up.
Tiote is looking for a kimura but Brown is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tiote to get the leverage.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tiote works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Tiote (5) vs (0) Brown
Tiote controlling the position easily from mount.
Tiote trying to control but he's not successful this time.
We've been hearing good reports from Tiote'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.
Brown tries to hold on but Tiote postures up.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tiote wants to control the pace but Brown is squirming around nicely.
Tiote is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Brown has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Tiote wants to control the pace but Brown is squirming around nicely.
Tiote sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Tiote is working for a guillotine from mount but Brown frees his head quite easily.
Brown slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tiote is working for a kimura but Brown is defending it quite comfortably.
Tiote is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Tiote (8) vs (0) Brown
Brown is trying desperately to improve position.
Tiote working for a guillotine from mount but Brown is in no mood to give up.
Brown is looking to improve his position but Tiote isn't that keen on the idea.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Brown tries to lock up and control but Tiote gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Brown is trying to escape the mount.
Brown is squirming around, avoiding Tiote's attempts to control the action.
Brown tries to lock up and control but Tiote gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Tiote can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Brown is looking to escape.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Tiote has control of Brown's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Brown regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Tiote prevents Brown from getting the reversal.
Tiote controlling the pace for now.
Brown is looking to get to half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Brown wants to hold on but Tiote pushes him away.
Tiote tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Tiote tries to control but Brown wriggling away.
Brown working to try and regain half guard.
Tiote jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Brown is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Brown and Tiote has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Brown gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Tiote (10) vs (0) Brown
Tiote looking to control but Brown is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Brown wants to control but Tiote is having none of it.
Brown 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.
Brown is in trouble now - Tiote has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Tiote (13) vs (0) Brown
Brown is squirming around, avoiding Tiote's attempts to control the action.
Brown 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.
Brown won't allow Tiote to pass to mount.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Tiote has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Tiote (16) vs (0) Brown
Tiote looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Brown is looking to get to half guard.
Brown manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Brown is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tiote works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Tiote (19) vs (0) Brown
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Brown is squirming around, avoiding Tiote's attempts to control the action.
Brown can't escape the position.
Tiote tries to control but Brown wriggling away.
Tiote is working for a guillotine from mount but Brown frees his head quite easily.
Brown tries to hold on but Tiote postures up.
Brown tries to improve his position but Tiote has taken his back! Tiote has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Brown tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Tiote pushes Brown away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Feihck Tiote!
Feihck Tiote really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Riner Clothing Everything for 50$ only logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
In defeat, Joshua Brown stepped up to the mic, saying 'I will learn from this!!'. |
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Event:
CACC 56
Date: Feb 16, 2020 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Guilherme Mendes (ranked 2729 p4p, 286 weight class) and Feihck Tiote (ranked 2031 p4p, 221 weight class). Both fighter's entrance songs getting the crowd jumping here.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 7 losses; Guilherme Mendes! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Feihck Tiote!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Timothy Bukovac and Don Winkell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Tiote gets the takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Mendes (0) vs (4) Tiote
Tiote moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Mendes (0) vs (6) Tiote
Tiote looking to control and managing it successfully.
Mendes might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Tiote is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Mendes has managed to escape 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.
Mendes is squirming around, avoiding Tiote's attempts to control the action.
Mendes is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiote is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Mendes has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Tiote jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Mendes manages to avoid the submission attempt.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tiote advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Mendes (0) vs (8) Tiote
Tiote is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Mendes to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Mendes shrugs it off.
Tiote can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Mendes is looking to escape.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tiote has hold of Mendes's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Mendes manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Mendes is working to get back to half guard.
Tiote looking to control but Mendes is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Mendes regains half guard.
Mendes tries to get to full guard but Tiote has control of the leg.
Mendes is not content to let Tiote control the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tiote is working for a kimura but Mendes is defending it quite comfortably.
Tiote wants to pass the guard but Mendes is defending well.
Mendes trying to control from the bottom.
Tiote is pressing down on Mendes's thigh, looking to free his foot. Mendes is holding on for now.
Tiote is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Mendes defends it well.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tiote trying to control the action but Mendes is working from the bottom.
Tiote wants to free his trapped foot but Mendes is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Mendes makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Mendes.
Tiote tries to free his leg and advance position but Mendes is retaining full guard.
Tiote keeps trying to improve his position.
Mendes has control of Tiote's left arm, preventing Tiote from doing any damage.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Tiote wants to control from the top but Mendes keeps moving.
Mendes keeping full guard, as Tiote tries to pass.
Mendes controlling Tiote's posture.
Mendes wants to sweep but no luck.
Mendes lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mendes (2) vs (8) Tiote
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.
Mendes tries to free his leg and advance position but Tiote is retaining full guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Mendes drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Tiote dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mendes (2) vs (10) Tiote
Mendes looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tiote is one step ahead there.
Mendes is working hard here to advance position.
Tiote pushes down on Mendes's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Tiote is thwarting Mendes's attempts to control the position.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Tiote is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Mendes is just riding it out for now. Tiote eventually gives up the hold.
Tiote tries to pass to full mount but Mendes defends it.
Mendes trying to hold on to Tiote's head to control him but Tiote postures up.
Tiote passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Mendes (2) vs (13) Tiote
Tiote trying to control the position but Mendes is working away.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Mendes is letting Tiote control him for a moment.
Tiote wants to control but Mendes is keeping him busy.
My spies in Big Bear Fight Factory inform me that Tiote has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Tiote thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Tiote moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Mendes (2) vs (15) Tiote
Mendes defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Tiote.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Tiote working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Mendes is looking to get to half guard.
Mendes 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.
Tiote is looking to advance position but Mendes won't allow it.
Tiote is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Mendes! Score +3 for passing guard: Mendes (2) vs (18) Tiote
Mendes keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Mendes is squirming around, avoiding Tiote's attempts to control the action.
Mendes is wriggling around trying to escape.
Tiote takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Mendes regains half guard.
Mendes wants to sweep but Tiote has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Mendes (2) vs (21) Tiote
Tiote is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Mendes is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Tiote is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Mendes has escaped the position, nice work there.
Mendes struggling a bit here.
Tiote has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Mendes (2) vs (23) Tiote
Mendes tries to hold on but Tiote postures up.
Tiote controlling from the full mount.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Mendes tries to lock up and control but Tiote gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Mendes is squirming around, avoiding Tiote's attempts to control the action.
Tiote has hold of Mendes's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Mendes manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Mendes is looking to get to half guard.
Tiote looking to control but Mendes is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Mendes is desperately trying to improve his position but Tiote has a good base and remains in mount.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Tiote tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Mendes tries to hold on but Tiote pushes him away.
Mendes keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Tiote is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Mendes has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Mendes is squirming around, avoiding Tiote's attempts to control the action.
Tiote is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Mendes is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Tiote trying to control but Mendes is having none of it.
Mendes is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tiote looking to control but Mendes is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Mendes tries to reverse the position but Tiote maintains control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tiote wins on points by 23 to 2.
Feihck Tiote managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Riner Clothing Everything for 50$ only, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CACC 51
Date: Feb 02, 2020 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Tobias Pancake (ranked 15773 p4p, 535 weight class) and Feihck Tiote (ranked 1887 p4p, 217 weight class). 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 Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 20 losses; Tobias Pancake! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Feihck Tiote!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Jack Bonds and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Tiote closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Pancake has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Tiote is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Tiote changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Pancake fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Pancake defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tiote.
Tiote circles away from the clinch attempt.
Tiote shoots in but Pancake avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Pancake feinted with a counter takedown.
Tobias Pancake has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Feihck Tiote.
Tiote rushes Pancake and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Tiote gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Pancake.
Pancake gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Tiote.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pancake tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Tiote just stands there and leans against the ropes.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Pancake tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Tiote smiles and moves away.
Pancake closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Pancake (4) vs (0) Tiote
Pancake trying to control the position but Tiote is working away.
Pancake goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Tiote has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Pancake but great work by Tiote. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Pancake (4) vs (4) Tiote
Pancake stops Tiote from passing to mount.
Pancake tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Tiote presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Pancake (4) vs (6) Tiote
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Pancake is wriggling around trying to escape.
My spies in Big Bear Fight Factory inform me that Tiote has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Tiote takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Pancake tries to hold on but Tiote pushes him away.
Tiote trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Tiote with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Tiote can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Pancake is looking to escape.
Tiote sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Pancake is squirming around, avoiding Tiote's attempts to control the action.
Tiote content just to control the position here.
Tiote is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Pancake is surviving well by controlling Tiote's body position as best he can.
Pancake 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.
Tiote working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Pancake's thigh. Pancake counters though and makes it back to full guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Pancake keeping moving, preventing Tiote from controlling successfully.
Pancake trying to keep a closed guard but Tiote is proving a slippery customer.
Tiote trying to control but Pancake is working from the bottom.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Tiote is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Tiote stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Pancake swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tiote postures up.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Pancake is looking for a triangle but Tiote pushes his legs off easily.
Pancake manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tiote manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pancake (6) vs (6) Tiote
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Pancake passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Pancake (9) vs (6) Tiote
Tiote is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Pancake off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Pancake (9) vs (10) Tiote
Pancake fending off the submission attempt from Tiote.
Pancake breaks Tiote's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pancake (11) vs (10) Tiote
Pancake trying to control the position from guard on top but Tiote is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pancake content to stall in guard here.
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 seven minutes gone in the round.
Pancake advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Pancake (14) vs (10) Tiote
Pancake laying and praying for a moment but Tiote takes advantage and regains half guard.
Pancake is stalling here. Tiote is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Pancake seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Tiote has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Pancake (14) vs (14) Tiote
Pancake tries to improve position but can't.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Pancake struggling a bit here.
Tiote tries to advance to mount but Pancake denies him.
Tiote looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Tiote thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Tiote working away.
Tiote moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Pancake (14) vs (16) Tiote
Tiote can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Pancake is looking to escape.
Pancake tries to reverse the position but Tiote maintains control.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Tiote is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Pancake has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Pancake! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Pancake (16) vs (16) Tiote
Pancake tries to free his leg and advance position but Tiote is retaining full guard.
Pancake wants to control from the top but Tiote keeps moving.
Tiote looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Pancake passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Pancake (19) vs (16) Tiote
Pancake trying to control the position but Tiote is working away.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Pancake looking to control but instead Tiote has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Tiote is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Pancake pulls his head out easily.
Pancake is just content to waste time from the top position. Tiote takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Pancake trying to control the position from guard on top but Tiote is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tiote looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Pancake trying to control the position from guard on top but Tiote is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Pancake controls from within his opponent's guard.
Pancake trying to control but Tiote is working from the bottom.
Pancake slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Pancake got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tiote has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Pancake has managed to get both his arms back between Tiote's legs - danger averted.
Pancake looking to pass the guard.
Tiote working a defensive guard here.
Pancake showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Tiote keeping moving, preventing Pancake from controlling successfully.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Pancake stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tiote swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tiote working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Pancake doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Pancake manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Tiote keeping moving, preventing Pancake from controlling successfully.
And that's the end of the fight!
Pancake takes the fight on points by 19 to 16.
In his post fight interview, Tobias Pancake started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
CACC 46
Date: Jan 19, 2020 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Azar Qasi (ranked 1552 p4p, 193 weight class) and Feihck Tiote (ranked 1738 p4p, 211 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Qasi might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to For Whom The Bell Tolls. Feihck Tiote is staring across the ring at his opponent, tweaking his nipples.
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 4 wins and 7 losses; Azar Qasi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Feihck Tiote!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Frank Antenori and Jack Bonds.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Qasi closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Tiote quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Qasi (2) vs (0) Tiote
Qasi frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Qasi (5) vs (0) Tiote
Qasi controlling from mount.
Qasi looking to control but Tiote is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Tiote is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiote tries to lock up and control but Qasi gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tiote is squirming around, avoiding Qasi's attempts to control the action.
Tiote is in all sorts of trouble here.
Qasi looking to control but Tiote is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Qasi controlling the position easily from mount.
Qasi looking to control but Tiote is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Qasi goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Tiote turns into him and now he's in Qasi's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Qasi (5) vs (2) Tiote
Qasi 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.
Qasi working a defensive guard here.
Tiote looking to sit in guard and control but Qasi gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Qasi (7) vs (2) Tiote
Qasi controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Qasi trying to control the position from guard on top but Tiote is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tiote throws his legs up looking for a submission but Qasi uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Qasi (10) vs (2) Tiote
Tiote is not content to let Qasi control the position.
Qasi in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Qasi seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Tiote for as long as he can get away with.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tiote is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Qasi off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Qasi (10) vs (6) Tiote
Tiote looking for the RNC.
Qasi showing good submission defense here.
Tiote looking for the choke from the back.
Qasi rolls, trying to escape but Tiote keeps control of the position.
Qasi breaks Tiote's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Qasi (12) vs (6) Tiote
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Qasi trying to control but Tiote is working from the bottom.
Qasi wants to pass the guard but Tiote is keeping the position.
Tiote has his foot on Qasi's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Qasi works his way back into a safe position though.
Qasi tries to free his leg and advance position but Tiote is retaining full guard.
Tiote is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Qasi defends well.
Tiote has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Qasi can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Tiote 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: Qasi (12) vs (8) Tiote
Qasi tries to get to full guard but Tiote has control of the leg.
Tiote frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Qasi (12) vs (11) Tiote
Tiote jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Qasi is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Qasi and Tiote has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
My spies in Big Bear Fight Factory inform me that Tiote has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Qasi is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Tiote's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Tiote! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Qasi has tapped! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Feihck Tiote!
Feihck Tiote gave a mention to Riner Clothing Everything for 50$ only in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
CACC 38
Date: Jan 04, 2020 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Feihck Tiote (ranked 1591 p4p, 189 weight class) and Fallschirm Jäger (ranked 2117 p4p, 231 weight class). Jäger has chosen For Heavy Metal we will die! as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Feihck Tiote! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 4 losses; Fallschirm Jäger!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Jäger shoots in and gets a takedown into Tiote's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tiote (0) vs (2) Jäger
Jäger wants to control from the top but Tiote keeps moving.
Jäger passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Tiote (0) vs (5) Jäger
Jäger wants to control but Tiote is keeping him busy.
Jäger is trying to get an arm triangle but Tiote is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiote is looking to reverse the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tiote is not content to let Jäger 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.
Jäger swings around for an armbar but Tiote sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Jäger's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tiote (2) vs (5) Jäger
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tiote is sitting in close to Jäger's body. Jäger has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Tiote is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Tiote is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Jäger.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Fallschirm Jäger!
A less than humble Fallschirm Jäger misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
CACC 36 Victory Playoffs B
Date: Dec 28, 2019 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Kyle Seehaver (ranked 2186 p4p, 249 weight class) and Feihck Tiote (ranked 1522 p4p, 189 weight class). 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 lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Kyle Seehaver! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Feihck Tiote!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Seehaver manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Tiote on his heels. He'll look to pass Tiote's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Seehaver (2) vs (0) Tiote
Seehaver looking to sit in guard and control but Tiote gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Seehaver (2) vs (2) Tiote
Tiote preventing the sweep.
Tiote wants to pass the guard but Seehaver is keeping 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.
Tiote is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Tiote pushes down on Seehaver's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Tiote is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Seehaver (2) vs (5) Tiote
Seehaver is trying desperately to improve position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiote wants to control the pace but Seehaver is squirming around nicely.
Tiote is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Seehaver is surviving well by controlling Tiote's body position as best he can.
Seehaver's coaches at Death Valley Training Facility 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.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Seehaver is trying desperately to improve position.
Seehaver 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: Seehaver (4) vs (5) Tiote
Seehaver trying to control the position from guard on top but Tiote is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Seehaver is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Tiote is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Seehaver looking to sit in guard and control but Tiote gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Seehaver (4) vs (7) Tiote
Seehaver wants to sweep but no luck.
Tiote pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Seehaver is keeping the position for now.
Tiote sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Seehaver's guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tiote works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Seehaver (4) vs (10) Tiote
A control attempt from Seehaver but he's now mounted! Score +2 for reaching mount: Seehaver (4) vs (12) Tiote
Seehaver is wriggling around trying to escape.
My spies in Big Bear Fight Factory inform me that Tiote has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Tiote trying to control but Seehaver is having none of it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Seehaver tries to improve his position but Tiote has taken his back! Tiote has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Seehaver tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Tiote pushes Seehaver away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Feihck Tiote!
Feihck Tiote managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Riner Clothing Everything for 50$ only, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CACC 28
Date: Dec 07, 2019 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Jesus St Pierre (ranked 3115 p4p, 339 weight class) and Feihck Tiote (ranked 2387 p4p, 268 weight class). Feihck Tiote has the eye of the tiger tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 2 losses; Jesus St Pierre! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Feihck Tiote!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
St Pierre keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
St Pierre is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Tiote's half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: St Pierre (2) vs (0) Tiote
St Pierre tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tiote knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
St Pierre is looking to take a break and control but Tiote is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tiote won't allow St Pierre to pass to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
St Pierre wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tiote keeps working.
That's one minute gone in the round.
St Pierre trying to mount his opponent but Tiote defends it.
Tiote is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but St Pierre pulls his head out easily.
Tiote works his way to full guard. Good work.
St Pierre trying to control but Tiote is working from the bottom.
St Pierre looking to pass the guard.
Tiote escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. St Pierre gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
St Pierre looking to pass the guard.
Tiote working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. St Pierre doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. St Pierre manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
St Pierre advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: St Pierre (5) vs (0) Tiote
St Pierre content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
St Pierre trying to control the position but Tiote is working away.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tiote is looking to regain half guard here but St Pierre keeps moving and retains side control.
St Pierre advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: St Pierre (7) vs (0) Tiote
We've been hearing good reports from St Pierre'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.
St Pierre wants to take Tiote's back but he can't do it this time.
St Pierre can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Tiote is looking to escape.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
St Pierre goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Tiote turns into him and now he's in St Pierre's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: St Pierre (7) vs (2) Tiote
Tiote wants to pass the guard but St Pierre is keeping the position.
St Pierre wants to sweep here but Tiote controlling him for the moment.
St Pierre escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tiote gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
St Pierre is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Tiote looking to pass the guard.
Tiote trying to control the position from guard on top but St Pierre is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tiote forces his way into half guard.
St Pierre is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
St Pierre is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tiote pulls his head out easily.
Tiote is sneakily working for an arm triangle but St Pierre sees it coming and defends easily.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Tiote not doing much here.
Tiote wants to pass to mount but St Pierre is defending 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.
The fighters are battling for position here. St Pierre manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
St Pierre wants to sweep here but Tiote controlling him for the moment.
My spies in Big Bear Fight Factory inform me that Tiote has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
St Pierre lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: St Pierre (9) vs (2) Tiote
St Pierre wants to pass the guard but Tiote is keeping the position.
St Pierre got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tiote has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, St Pierre has managed to get both his arms back between Tiote's legs - danger averted.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
St Pierre pushing down on Tiote's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
St Pierre is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Tiote is just riding it out for now. St Pierre eventually gives up the hold.
Tiote is refusing to be controlled, as St Pierre sits in half guard.
St Pierre tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tiote knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
St Pierre is looking for a kimura here.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
St Pierre is looking to take a break and control but Tiote is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
St Pierre 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.
Tiote actively working from the bottom here.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Tiote is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but St Pierre pulls his head out easily.
St Pierre is looking to pass Tiote's guard but actually Tiote recovers to full guard.
St Pierre forces his way into half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
St Pierre trying to control the action but Tiote is working from the bottom.
Tiote looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Tiote tries to roll over but St Pierre keeps him under control.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
St Pierre is looking to advance position but Tiote won't allow it.
Tiote gets back to full guard.
St Pierre trying to control the position from guard on top but Tiote is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
St Pierre sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Tiote's guard.
St Pierre wants to free his trapped foot but Tiote is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Tiote is looking for a sweep. St Pierre is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
St Pierre is thwarting Tiote's attempts to control the position.
St Pierre is looking to take a break and control but Tiote is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tiote moves into full guard.
Tiote is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
St Pierre trying to control the position from guard on top but Tiote is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tiote is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and St Pierre defends well.
St Pierre is pushing down on Tiote's leg trying to pass to half guard. Tiote is fighting to maintain full guard but St Pierre has managed to sneak the leg through.
Tiote won't allow St Pierre to pass to mount.
St Pierre is keen to just control but Tiote is a slippery customer.
St Pierre has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: St Pierre (12) vs (2) Tiote
St Pierre is trying to take his opponent's back.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
St Pierre is working hard here to advance position.
St Pierre takes Tiote's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Tiote is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: St Pierre (15) vs (2) Tiote
Tiote defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Tiote looking very determined here, making life difficult for St Pierre.
Tiote manages to reverse the position and now he's in St Pierre's guard. Nice work there by Tiote.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: St Pierre (15) vs (4) Tiote
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
St Pierre looking for a guillotine here but Tiote defends easily.
Tiote is pushing down on St Pierre's leg trying to pass to half guard. St Pierre is fighting to maintain full guard but Tiote has managed to sneak the leg through.
St Pierre tries to roll over but Tiote keeps him under control.
Tiote wants to work for an arm triangle but St Pierre is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
St Pierre is refusing to be controlled, as Tiote sits in half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
St Pierre gets back to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
St Pierre takes the fight on points by 15 to 4.
An out of breath Jesus St Pierre 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 22
Date: Nov 24, 2019 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Feihck Tiote (ranked 2258 p4p, 258 weight class) and Silvio Crespo (ranked 2254 p4p, 256 weight class). Crespo has chosen Ghost ''Im A King as his entrance music. Silvio Crespo 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 lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Feihck Tiote! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Silvio Crespo!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Jack Bonds and Percy O'Donnell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Crespo darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tiote (0) vs (2) Crespo
Crespo is working for a kimura but Tiote is defending it quite comfortably.
Crespo is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Crespo is trying to work for a kimura but Tiote is defending well.
Tiote is trying to control but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiote is defending against the submission attempts here by Crespo.
Crespo is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Crespo is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Crespo wants to work for an arm triangle but Tiote is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Tiote trying to control but Crespo postures up.
Crespo is working for a kimura but Tiote is defending it quite comfortably.
Crespo wants to pass the guard but Tiote is defending well.
Tiote slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Tiote is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Tiote will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Crespo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Crespo forces his way into half guard.
Crespo is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Tiote defends it well.
Crespo is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Tiote looking for submissions off his back.
Tiote actively working from the bottom here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tiote looking for submissions off his back.
Tiote is defending against the submission attempts here by Crespo.
Crespo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Tiote doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Crespo.
Crespo is working for a kimura but Tiote is defending it quite comfortably.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Crespo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Tiote doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Crespo.
Crespo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Tiote doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Crespo.
Crespo wants to pass to mount but Tiote is defending the position.
Crespo looking for a submission but Tiote manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Tiote pushes a forearm under Crespo's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Crespo is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Feihck Tiote!
Feihck Tiote gave a mention to Riner Clothing Everything for 50$ only in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
CACC 15
Date: Nov 09, 2019 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Dollar Hero (ranked 3555 p4p, 370 weight class) and Feihck Tiote (ranked 2122 p4p, 250 weight class). Hero comes to the ring accompanied by For Heavy Metal we will die!. Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Dollar Hero! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Feihck Tiote!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hero defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tiote.
Hero has Tiote up against the ropes in a clinch.
Hero works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hero (2) vs (0) Tiote
Our spies down at at Big Bear Fight Factory inform us that Tiote has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Hero looking to pass the guard.
Tiote looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hero passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hero (5) vs (0) Tiote
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiote tries to improve position but can't.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Hero has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Tiote! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hero (7) vs (0) Tiote
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Tiote regains half guard.
Hero is pressing down on Tiote's thigh, looking to free his foot. Tiote is holding on for now.
Tiote tries to roll over but Hero keeps him under control.
Hero wants to take a breather but Tiote is having none of it.
Hero is trying to work for a kimura but Tiote is defending well.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Tiote is trying to get back to full guard.
Tiote is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Hero jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hero (10) vs (0) Tiote
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.
Hero is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Tiote has escaped the position, nice work there.
Hero trying to control the action but Tiote is working from the bottom.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Hero tries to advance position but instead Tiote slips a leg back in to half guard.
Hero tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tiote knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Hero is trying to control. Tiote wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Tiote trying to hold on to Hero's head to control him but Hero postures up.
Well, if Hero 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.
Hero prevents Tiote from improving his position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Tiote trying to control but Hero postures up.
Hero prevents Tiote from improving his position.
Hero is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Tiote doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Hero.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Hero trying to pass the guard but Tiote defending well.
Hero is trying to control. Tiote wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Tiote wants to improve his position but Hero is controlling well.
Tiote looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Hero trying to control the action but Tiote is working from the bottom.
Hero wants to pass to mount but Tiote is defending the position.
Tiote is not content to let Hero control the position.
Tiote tries to get to full guard but Hero has control of the leg.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Hero keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Hero is keen to just control but Tiote is a slippery customer.
Hero moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Tiote. Score +3 for passing guard: Hero (13) vs (0) Tiote
Hero advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hero (15) vs (0) Tiote
Tiote slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are battling for position here. Tiote manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Tiote isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Hero stacks Tiote 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 Hero! Score +3 for passing guard: Hero (18) vs (0) Tiote
The referee asks Hero politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Hero prefers to stall for the moment though.
Hero advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Hero (20) vs (0) Tiote
Tiote really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Hero swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Tiote is now in Hero's guard. A big mistake from Hero there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hero (20) vs (2) Tiote
Tiote passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Hero (20) vs (5) Tiote
Tiote is trying to get an arm triangle but Hero is defending well.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Tiote thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Hero is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Tiote looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Hero might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Tiote is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Hero reverses the position - he's now on top in Tiote's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hero (22) vs (5) Tiote
Tiote looking for a guillotine here but Hero defends easily.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Hero trying to control but Tiote is working from the bottom.
Tiote looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hero has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Tiote is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Tiote can't keep his opponent in guard - Hero advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Hero wants to control but Tiote is keeping him busy.
Tiote looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hero looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Tiote is looking for a sweep. Hero is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Hero trying to control the action but Tiote is working from the bottom.
Tiote is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Hero jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hero (25) vs (5) Tiote
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tiote is trying to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hero takes the fight on points by 25 to 5.
Dollar Hero decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
CACC 9
Date: Oct 20, 2019 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Fallschirm Jäger (ranked 1868 p4p, 218 weight class) and Feihck Tiote (ranked 2010 p4p, 235 weight class). Jäger comes into the arena with For Heavy Metal we will die! blaring out of the sound system. Well, the cameraman is lingering on a pretty young lady for a bit too long there. Keep your eyes on the prize buddy or you'll miss the fighter intros!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 3 losses; Fallschirm Jäger! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Feihck Tiote!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Jäger is looking to clinch but Tiote is avoiding it.
Tiote changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Tiote moves into the clinch.
Tiote tries to score a body lock takedown but Jäger shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Tiote has Jäger pressed up against the ropes and is working for takedown. Jäger manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Jäger is looking for a takedown.
Jäger lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jäger (2) vs (0) Tiote
Tiote trying to control the position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jäger postures up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tiote looking for a sweep. Not yet Tiote, not yet.
Jäger trying to control but Tiote is working from the bottom.
Jäger being controlled here momentarily.
Tiote tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tiote keeping full guard, as Jäger tries to pass.
Jäger is working hard here to advance position.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jäger wants to control from the top but Tiote keeps moving.
Jäger sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Tiote's guard.
Tiote is trying to get back to full guard.
Tiote trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Jäger manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Jäger (5) vs (0) Tiote
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Tiote is trying desperately to improve position.
Jäger tries to control but Tiote wriggling away.
Tiote is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Jäger can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Tiote is looking to escape.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jäger controlling the position easily from mount.
Jäger can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Tiote is looking to escape.
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.
Jäger goes for an armbar but Tiote turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Tiote. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jäger (5) vs (2) Tiote
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Jäger wants to sweep here but Tiote controlling him for the moment.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Jäger is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jäger (7) vs (2) Tiote
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Tiote controlling the position.
Jäger is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Jäger tries to free his leg and advance position but Tiote is retaining full guard.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Tiote bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Jäger's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jäger (7) vs (4) Tiote
Tiote trying to move into half guard but instead Jäger has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jäger (9) vs (4) Tiote
Jäger wants to pass the guard but Tiote is keeping the position.
Jäger trying to control the position from guard on top but Tiote is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Tiote throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Jäger escapes and throws Tiote's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Jäger (12) vs (4) Tiote
Tiote prevents Jäger from moving into mount.
Tiote is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Jäger's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Jäger is keen to just control but Tiote is a slippery customer.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Tiote regains full guard. Nicely done.
Jäger stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tiote swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Tiote has control of Jäger's left arm, preventing Jäger from doing any damage.
Tiote looking to control but Jäger passes into half guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Jäger is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Jäger wants to control but Tiote is keeping him busy.
Jäger is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Tiote trying to control the position here.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Let's hope that Tiote 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.
Tiote wants to sweep but no luck.
Jäger controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Tiote is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Tiote is trying to keep Jäger in close.
Tiote is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Jäger trying to control but Tiote is working from the bottom.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Tiote bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Jäger's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jäger (12) vs (6) Tiote
Jäger has an active guard here but Tiote has managed to pass into half guard.
Jäger is trying to control but can't.
Jäger might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Tiote tries to pass the half guard into mount. Jäger knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Tiote is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Jäger is looking for a sweep. Tiote is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Jäger trying to hold on to Tiote's head to control him but Tiote postures up.
Tiote is working for a kimura but Jäger is defending it quite comfortably.
Tiote controlling the action here.
Jäger is looking to improve his position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Tiote is trying to control the action in half guard but Jäger is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Tiote wants to free his trapped foot but Jäger is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Tiote wants to take a breather but Jäger is having none of it.
Tiote is pressing down on Jäger's thigh, looking to free his foot. Jäger is holding on for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tiote is trying to control the action in half guard but Jäger is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Tiote performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jäger takes the fight on points by 12 to 6.
After the fight, Fallschirm Jäger 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:
CACC 5
Date: Oct 12, 2019 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Feihck Tiote (ranked 1956 p4p, 235 weight class) and Enzo Salvatore (ranked 996 p4p, 129 weight class). Salvatore is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Reich mir die Hand. 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 New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Feihck Tiote! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 8 losses; Enzo Salvatore!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Percy O'Donnell and Timothy Bukovac.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Salvatore clinches with his opponent.
Tiote gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tiote (2) vs (0) Salvatore
Salvatore keeping moving, preventing Tiote from controlling successfully.
Tiote advances to half guard.
Salvatore looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Tiote has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Salvatore defend it? Tiote steps over the head and cranks it - Salvatore is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Tiote!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Feihck Tiote!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Feihck Tiote made sure he mentioned Riner Clothing Everything for 50$ only, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
CACC 2
Date: Sep 28, 2019 |
Coming up we have a lightweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Fallschirm Jäger (ranked 1793 p4p, 212 weight class) and Feihck Tiote (ranked 1890 p4p, 223 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Jäger might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to For Heavy Metal we will die!. Both fighters really staring each other down here, as Feihck Tiote enters the ring!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 2 losses; Fallschirm Jäger! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Feihck Tiote!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Jäger moves into the clinch.
Tiote has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Jäger uses from the top position.
Jäger looking to pass the guard.
Jäger trying to control the position from guard on top but Tiote is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tiote looking for a sweep. Not yet Tiote, not yet.
Jäger tries to free his leg and advance position but Tiote is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiote wants to control the position but Jäger says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
The fighters are battling for position here. Tiote manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Tiote 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.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Tiote keeping full guard, as Jäger tries to pass.
Jäger might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Jäger forces his way 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.
Jäger trying to control the action but Tiote is working 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.
Jäger works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Jäger (3) vs (0) Tiote
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Jäger tries to advance to mount but Tiote denies him.
Tiote is looking to regain half guard here but Jäger keeps moving and retains side control.
Tiote keeps trying to improve his position.
Jäger passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Tiote! Score +2 for reaching mount: Jäger (5) vs (0) Tiote
Tiote keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Jäger avoids the attempt from Tiote to control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jäger trying to control but Tiote is having none of it.
Tiote gets back to half guard.
Jäger is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Tiote is trying is best to control the position here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Tiote wants to get back to full guard.
Jäger is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Jäger is looking for a kimura but Tiote is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Jäger to get the leverage.
Tiote looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Jäger trying to control the action but Tiote is working from the bottom.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Jäger tries to pass to full mount but Tiote defends it.
Tiote is defending against the submission attempts here by Jäger.
Jäger wants to take a breather but Tiote is having none of it.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Jäger tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tiote knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Tiote wants to improve his position but Jäger is controlling well.
Tiote gets back to full guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Jäger looking to sit in guard and control but Tiote gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jäger (5) vs (2) Tiote
Tiote trying to control the position from guard on top but Jäger is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tiote avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Tiote pushing down on Jäger's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Jäger tries to get to full guard but Tiote has control of the leg.
Tiote trying to control the pace.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Jäger won't allow Tiote to pass to mount.
Tiote passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Jäger (5) vs (5) Tiote
Jäger trying to remain calm as Tiote controls from the top position.
Jäger tries to bench press Tiote off him but Tiote keeps the position.
Tiote wants to take a breather but Jäger manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Tiote.
Tiote wants to control from the top but Jäger keeps moving.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Jäger wants to hit a switch here but Tiote passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Jäger there! Score +3 for passing guard: Jäger (5) vs (8) Tiote
Jäger is trying to escape the mount.
Tiote moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Jäger has worked his arm free - good work by Jäger!
Tiote wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jäger keeps working.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Jäger is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Tiote is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Jäger! Score +3 for passing guard: Jäger (5) vs (11) Tiote
Tiote trying to control but Jäger is having none of it.
Tiote might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Jäger haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Tiote has hold of Jäger's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Jäger manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Jäger 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: Jäger (7) vs (11) Tiote
Tiote wants to sweep here but Jäger controlling him for the moment.
Jäger is pushing down on Tiote's leg trying to pass to half guard. Tiote is fighting to maintain full guard but Jäger has managed to sneak the leg through.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Jäger wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tiote keeps working.
Jäger is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Tiote is just riding it out for now. Jäger eventually gives up the hold.
Jäger wants to pass the guard but Tiote is defending well.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Tiote tries to roll over but Jäger keeps him under control.
Tiote wants to control but Jäger is keeping busy.
Tiote gets full guard.
Jäger looking to sit in guard and control but Tiote gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jäger (7) vs (13) Tiote
Jäger keeping moving, preventing Tiote from controlling successfully.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Tiote forces his way into half guard.
Jäger works his way to full guard. Good work.
Jäger is looking for a triangle but Tiote pushes his legs off easily.
Tiote pushes down on Jäger's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Tiote tries to pass the half guard into mount. Jäger knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Tiote wins on points by 13 to 7.
Feihck Tiote made sure to mention his sponsor, Riner Clothing Everything for 50$ only in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
EMP Zulu vs Tower 2
Date: Aug 23, 2019 |
#R1#
Hijikata swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice shot lands for Hijikata.
Hijikata chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Tiote doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Hijikata counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tiote takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Toshi Hijikata seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hijikata defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tiote.
Hijikata punishes Tiote's body with a nice straight punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters circling - Hijikata throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Hijikata throws the kick towards the body but Tiote avoids it.
A jab lands there for Hijikata.
Hijikata looks for the body kick but Tiote saw that one coming.
Hijikata has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Tiote is landing a low percentage of strikes.#T1#
Hijikata connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Hijikata throws a jab when Tiote was well out of range.
Hijikata bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tiote's head backwards.
Tiote shoots in looking for a takedown but Hijikata manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Tiote's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Feihck Tiote. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tiote tries for a takedown but Hijikata sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Hijikata moves into range and connects with a jab.
A nice leg kick lands there from Hijikata.
Hijikata lands a slapping body shot.
Hijikata getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Hijikata throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Tiote finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Tiote uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hijikata.
Tiote half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
An inside leg kick lands from Hijikata.
Nice cross by Hijikata.
Tiote fails with an attempt to clinch.
Tiote 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.
Tiote gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Hijikata scores with a sloppy right hand. Tiote should have avoided that one.
Tiote uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Hijikata.
Tiote feinted with a counter takedown.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Tiote.
Tiote fails with the takedown.#T3#
Hijikata throws a leg kick #TD#
so Tiote counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Tiote throws a big elbow that misses.
Tiote passes Hijikata's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Hijikata tries to roll over but Tiote keeps him under control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tiote is looking to take a break and control but Hijikata is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Tiote is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Hijikata is just riding it out for now. Tiote eventually gives up the hold.
Hijikata trying to control but Tiote postures up.
#T4#
Hijikata is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Tiote is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Hijikata keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Hijikata is pressing down on Tiote's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Hijikata seems keen to control Tiote's posture.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Toshi Hijikata dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Horrible takedown attempt by Tiote or perhaps it was just good defense by Hijikata, which made it look bad.
Hijikata steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Hijikata throws a low kick, looking for Tiote's leg but Tiote calmly moves out of range.
Hijikata displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Tiote.
Feihck Tiote is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A jab from Hijikata misses.
A big right from Hijikata misses.
Hijikata scores with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiote shoots and misses
and Hijikata counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Feihck Tiote. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hijikata fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Hijikata misses with a body shot.
#T1#
Hijikata dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tiote. That did some damage!
Hijikata throws a leg kick #TD#
and Tiote counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Hijikata!
Tiote trying to control the position but Hijikata is working away.
Hijikata is looking for a sweep.
Hijikata is not content to let Tiote control the position.
Hijikata is looking for a sweep.
Tiote is looking to take a break and control but Hijikata is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Hijikata manages to get back to half guard.#T2#
Hijikata works his way to full guard. Good work.
Hijikata keeping moving, preventing Tiote from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tiote passes Hijikata's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Hijikata manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Hijikata wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Tiote stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Hijikata swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hijikata has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3#
Hijikata is controlling Tiote's posture.
Tiote trying to control the position from guard on top but Hijikata is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tiote trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
Hijikata keeping moving, preventing Tiote from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
A looping hook to the body misses from Hijikata. Tiote does a little dance to reset his feet.
Tiote appears to be looking for a big counter.
Nice body punch from Hijikata.
Hijikata with a hook.
Tiote shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Hijikata counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T4#
Hijikata lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Hijikata missing with a left hand there. Tiote was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tiote fails with a takedown attempt.
A lazy left from Hijikata finds it's target.
Hijikata lands a really nice looking cross but Tiote seems unphased.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hijikata moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Hijikata swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tiote.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Hijikata lands a body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Toshi Hijikata 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#
Hijikata throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tiote sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Hijikata misses with a body kick.
Tiote drops down looking for a counter takedown but Hijikata sprawls and moves away.
Hijikata lands a head shot.
Hijikata throws a lazy right hand but Tiote sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tiote slips under a jab from Hijikata.
Tiote tries to counter with a takedown but Hijikata is quick to defend against it.
A decent looking cross lands there for Hijikata.
The fighters circling - Hijikata throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hijikata tests Tiote's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Tiote takes one to the chin there.#ROC2#
Tiote is rocked!
Hijikata fakes the body blow, causing Tiote to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Tiote goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Toshi Hijikata!
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Event:
EMP Ispa vs Toivonen
Date: Aug 02, 2019 |
#R1#
Fagan lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Fagan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tiote.
Tiote displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fagan throws out the jab. #TD#
Fagan gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Tiote to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Tiote looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Fagan is looking for a triangle but Tiote pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Fagan is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Fagan looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tiote 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.
Tiote tries to free his leg and advance position but Fagan is retaining full guard.
Tiote is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Tiote stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Fagan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Tiote trying to control but Fagan is working from the bottom.
Tiote pushing down on Fagan's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Tiote is trying to control the action in half guard but Fagan is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Fagan works his way to full guard. Good work.
Tiote wants to control from the top but Fagan keeps moving.
Fagan looking for a sweep. Not yet Fagan, not yet. #SUB2#
Fagan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tiote is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Fagan pushes a forearm under Tiote's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Tiote is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Paddy Fagan!
Paddy Fagan managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing, into his post fight interview.
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Event:
EMP Escobar Vs Grande
Date: Jul 12, 2019 |
#R1#
Tiote shoots in for a takedown but Ahma shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Tiote misses with a takedown
and Ahma counters with an outside leg kick.
Tiote keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tiote has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tiote is defended easily by Ahma.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Feihck Tiote. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ahma fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Ahma connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Tiote's hands.#CUT2#
It looks like Feihck Tiote has been cut.
A slow jab from Ahma misses its intended target.
Tiote half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Tiote.
Horrible takedown attempt by Tiote or perhaps it was just good defense by Ahma, which made it look bad. #CL#
Tiote has closed the distance and engaged Ahma in a clinch.
#T1#
Tiote goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ahma prevents it.
#BC2#
Ahma escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ahma has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Tiote is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Ahma with a hook.
Ahma cracks Tiote with a good jab.
Ahma throws a lazy uppercut
#TD#
and Tiote counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Ahma keeping full guard, as Tiote tries to pass.
Ahma tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tiote trying to control but Ahma is working from the bottom.
Tiote won't allow Ahma to get back to his feet.
Ahma trying to control the position here. #T2#
Tiote wants to control from the top but Ahma keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Ahma jabs Tiote to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Tiote shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ahma but Ahma pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Ahma chopping away at his opponent's legs.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tiote shoots for a double leg takedown but Ahma sprawls well. He's pushed Tiote's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Tiote is looking to clinch.
Ahma with a nice cross.
Tiote dives in for a single leg takedown but Ahma sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Ahma scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
A jab from Ahma misses.
Ahma scores with a nice right hand.
#T3#
Tiote shoots in looking for a takedown but Ahma manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Tiote's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Ahma feints and then cracks Tiote's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Tiote down.
An inside leg kick lands from Ahma.
Tiote blocks a leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Ahma.
A jab from Ahma misses.
Tiote shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Ahma connects with a looping right hand.
Tiote with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Ahma to score with a decent uppercut.
Ahma throws a jab but it's blocked by Tiote.
Tiote throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Tiote misses with a takedown attempt - Ahma sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Ahma throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Tiote shoots for a double leg takedown but Ahma sprawls well. He's pushed Tiote's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #T4#
Tiote shoots in for a takedown but Ahma shows good takedown defense.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Ahma scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Tiote looks for a takedown but Ahma sprawls well.
Tiote darts in looking for a takedown but Ahma gets double underhooks and turns Tiote into the cage.
Ahma swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Tiote is breathing heavily.
Ahma throws an overhand right that lands on Tiote's shoulder, as Tiote tries to avoid the shot.
Tiote tried to counter with a leg kick but Ahma avoided it.#CL#
Tiote moves into the clinch.
Ahma is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Ahma lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Tiote backwards.
Tiote drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Ahma gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Tiote is trying to pull guard but Ahma has him pressed against the cage.
A right hook to the body lands for Ahma.
#BC2#
Ahma breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tiote walks into a stiff left hand from Ahma.
Ahma with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tiote gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#CL#
Ahma gets tackled into the cage by Tiote. Tiote maintains the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Verneri Ahma dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Feihck Tiote's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##TD#
Tiote shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Ahma is trying to defend but Tiote finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Ahma is trying to maintain the position but Tiote is very close to passing his half guard.
Ahma is concentrating on defense, preventing Tiote from advancing position.
Tiote works his foot free and advances to mount.
Ahma is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiote can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ahma is looking to escape.
Ahma takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.#T1#
Ahma is trying to escape the mount.
Ahma is squirming around, avoiding Tiote's attempts to control the action.
Ahma is working to get back to half guard.
Tiote avoids the attempt from Ahma to control.
Ahma controls the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ahma keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T2#
Tiote throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Ahma because Tiote loaded up on that one.
Ahma is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Ahma is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Ahma has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ahma 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.
Feihck Tiote overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tiote wants to pass the guard but Ahma is defending well. #SUB2#
Ahma is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tiote pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Tiote is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ahma has managed to free his arm - good work. #T3#
Ahma pushes Tiote off looking to stand but Tiote dives back in and keeps control.
Tiote is looking to pass Ahma's guard but actually Ahma recovers to full guard.
Ahma looking to control.
Tiote preventing the sweep.
Ahma has control of Tiote's left arm, preventing Tiote from doing any damage.
Ahma's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Ahma stuffs the takedown.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ahma! But no joy.
Feihck Tiote seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Ahma lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Verneri Ahma is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tiote misses with a takedown
and Ahma counters with a straight right hand.
Tiote is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tiote fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Feihck Tiote. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Horrible takedown attempt by Tiote or perhaps it was just good defense by Ahma, which made it look bad.
Tiote takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Tiote moves in looking to clinch but Ahma pushes him off.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tiote shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ahma as he avoids it easily.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Tiote misses with a takedown attempt - Ahma sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Ahma bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Tiote's head backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Verneri Ahma will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Feihck Tiote's cut.
That's time! Tiote's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Tiote fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Tiote on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.#TD#
Tiote drives through with a takedown into Ahma's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Tiote won't allow Ahma to sweep him here.
Ahma wants to stand and escape but Tiote is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ahma manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tiote manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Tiote manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ahma manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Ahma has his hands on Tiote's head, controlling the position. #T1#
Tiote pushes down on Ahma's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Ahma wants to get back to his feet.
Tiote wants to pass the guard but Ahma is defending well.
Tiote prevents Ahma from standing back up.
#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Tiote trying to control the action but Ahma is working from the bottom.
Ahma wants to control but Tiote is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Tiote wants to advance to full mount but Ahma doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Verneri Ahma is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ahma is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Ahma wants to get up but he can't break Tiote's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #T3##SU2#
Ahma gets to his feet - Tiote follows without any prompting.
Tiote shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ahma defends it nicely.
Ahma uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tiote slips a straight right by Ahma.
A counter left hand to the body from Tiote misses its target.
Nice defenses there by Tiote.
Ahma ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Ahma throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Tiote walks into a straight right hand from Ahma.#T4#
Tiote has his takedown stuffed
and Ahma counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Feihck Tiote. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tiote moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Tiote shoots in for a takedown but Ahma shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Ahma jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tiote tried to counter with a leg kick but Ahma avoided it.
Ahma lands a jab to the nose.
Jab from Ahma.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tiote tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Tiote shoots for a double leg takedown but Ahma sprawls well. He's pushed Tiote's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Tiote shoots in for a double leg but Ahma sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Ahma throws a shot from downtown. Tiote moves away and avoids it.
Tiote half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Verneri Ahma seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nice uppercut there from Ahma.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tiote shoots in looking for a takedown but Ahma manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Tiote's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Feihck Tiote has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Tiote looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Ahma, as that shot connected.
Ahma avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Ahma looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Verneri Ahma comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Ahma 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 Chris Edwards scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Gold scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Verneri Ahma!
After winning the bout, Verneri Ahma 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:
EMP Tower vs Zulu
Date: Jun 28, 2019 |
#R1#
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tiote is defended easily by Fagan.
Fagan misses with a wild combination.
We've been hearing reports that Tiote has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Paddy Fagan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fagan fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tiote manages to avoid it.#CL#
Tiote moves into the clinch successfully.
Tiote dodges an elbow strike from Fagan.
A nice left hand lands by Fagan.
#TD#
Tiote gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #SUB2#
Fagan has his foot on Tiote's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tiote works his way back into a safe position though.
Tiote sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Fagan's guard.
Fagan wants to get back to his feet.
Tiote not doing much here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Fagan wants to improve his position but Tiote is controlling well.
Tiote content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Fagan trying to hold on to Tiote's head to control him but Tiote postures up.
Tiote trying to mount his opponent but Fagan defends it.
Tiote content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Tiote takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Fagan looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Tiote pushes past his half guard into mount!
Tiote trying to control but Fagan is having none of it.
Tiote lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Fagan wants to control but Tiote is having none of it.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Fagan is looking to get to half guard.
Tiote controlling from mount.
Fagan is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#SU#
Tiote gets to his feet and calls his opponent to stand. Here come the fireworks!#T3#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Tiote.
Fagan unleashes a big counter combination but Tiote bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#TD#
Tiote shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Fagan napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Fagan tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Tiote presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Tiote tries to control but Fagan wriggling away.
Tiote lands a couple of good shots and Fagan has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Tiote trying to control.
Fagan manages to reverse the position and now he's in Tiote's guard. Nice work there by Fagan.
Fagan sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Tiote's guard.
Fagan is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SUB2#
Fagan is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Tiote sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Fagan seems to be working for a kimura but Tiote defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Fagan is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
My spies in Rio Fight Academy inform me that Fagan has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Fagan is looking for a kimura but Tiote is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Fagan to get the leverage.
Tiote slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Fagan throws a big elbow that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Feihck Tiote dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##TD#
Tiote bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Fagan is not content to let Tiote control the position.
Fagan tries to buck Tiote off but Tiote is having none of it.
Tiote trying to control the action but Fagan is working from the bottom.
Feihck Tiote overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tiote tries to advance to mount but Fagan denies him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fagan is not content to let Tiote control the position. #T1#
Fagan tries to buck Tiote off but Tiote is having none of it.
Fagan gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Fagan tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Tiote tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Tiote tries to control but Fagan wriggling away.
Fagan is in a horrible position here. Tiote smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
#T2#
Fagan tries to lock up and control but Tiote gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Fagan is trying to escape the mount.
Tiote trying to control but Fagan is having none of it.
Tiote with shots to the head and body - Fagan looks very uncomfortable down there.
Tiote lands a big shot there that rocks Fagan but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Tiote looking to control but Fagan is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Tiote is really struggling to control Fagan but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T3#
Fagan 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.
Fagan is doing well to control the position and prevent Tiote from advancing to side control.
Fagan missing with punches from the bottom.
Tiote trying to control from half guard but Fagan is working away. #SUB2#
Fagan looking for submissions off his back.
Tiote is trying to control the action in half guard but Fagan is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Fagan wants to get back to full guard.
Tiote is pressing down on Fagan's thigh, looking to free his foot. Fagan is holding on for now.
Tiote takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Fagan looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Fagan moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Fagan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Tiote controls the pace.
Tiote passes Fagan's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Tiote is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Tiote wants to lay and pray for a moment but Fagan keeps working.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Fagan trying to control but Tiote postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Feihck Tiote dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Tiote walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#TD#
Tiote 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.#SUB2#
Fagan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tiote gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Fagan trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Fagan looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Tiote puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Tiote wants to control but Fagan is keeping him busy.
Fagan wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Tiote is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Fagan works his way to full guard. Good work.
Tiote controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Tiote seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Fagan for as long as he can get away with.#SUB2#
Fagan looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tiote is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Fagan can do to turn this around?
Tiote passes into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Tiote in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Fagan looking for submissions off his back.
Well, if Tiote 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.
Fagan avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Tiote. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Tiote trying to mount his opponent but Fagan defends it.
Tiote wants to lay and pray for a moment but Fagan keeps working. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Feihck Tiote is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Fagan misses with a two punch combination.
Fagan looks to score with a jab to the body but Tiote is just out of range.
Tiote dives in for a single leg takedown but Fagan sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Fagan lands a jab-cross combination.
Fagan throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD#
and Tiote counters with a nice double leg into side control. Fagan won't be happy with that. #T3#
Fagan prevents Tiote from improving position.
Tiote is working hard here to advance position.
You can see the frustration on Fagan's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Fagan is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Tiote's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Paddy Fagan has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
Fagan is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tiote pulls his head out easily.
Tiote controlling the pace.
Fagan punching from the bottom.
#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Tiote missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #SUB2#
Fagan looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Fagan is pressing down on Tiote's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Fagan takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Tiote postures up.
#SUB2#
Tiote got a little sloppy there for a moment and Fagan has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tiote has managed to get both his arms back between Fagan's legs - danger averted.
Tiote wants to control from the top but Fagan keeps moving.
Tiote looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Fagan is looking for a triangle but Tiote pushes his legs off easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Feihck Tiote showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Tiote, 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Feihck Tiote!
After the big win, Feihck Tiote made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Riner Clothing Everything for 50$ only and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
GC 293
Date: May 17, 2019 |
#R1#
Tiote uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wilson.
Solomon Wilson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wilson misses with a double jab.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tiote is defended easily by Wilson.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Wilson! But no joy.
Wilson connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Tiote has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Big Bear Fight Factory in the buildup to the fight.
Wilson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Tiote.
Wilson scores with a jab to the jaw.
Wilson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tiote shoots in for a takedown but Wilson shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Feihck Tiote. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Wilson does it's job there.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Tiote lands a nice looking kick to the body. Wilson takes a step back to recover.
Tiote tries to move into range but Wilson moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Tiote staying out of range there.
Tiote with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Tiote moves out of range as Wilson strikes.#T1##TD#
Tiote closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Wilson did well to prevent Tiote getting side control.
Wilson gets back to full guard.
Tiote preventing the sweep.
Wilson looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Tiote trying to control but Wilson is working from the bottom.
Tiote trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Wilson looking for a guillotine here but Tiote defends easily.
#SUB#
Tiote has gone for a leg lock! Wilson slips out almost immediately though and dives into Tiote's guard.#REVB#
Wilson slips nicely into half guard.#T2#
Wilson throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Tiote to regain full guard.
Wilson must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Wilson is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Wilson working some strikes from top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wilson throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Tiote works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Wilson stopping the sweep attempt from Tiote.
Wilson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Wilson accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Wilson throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Wilson keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Tiote's head.
Tiote working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Wilson.
Wilson scoring with punches to the head and body.
Wilson lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T3#
Tiote tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Wilson is looking to work some ground and pound but Tiote has wrist control.#SUB2#
Wilson drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Tiote manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Wilson has Tiote in his guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Wilson working for a triangle but Tiote defends it easily.
Tiote stays in close to Wilson's body and controls the position.
Tiote's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T4#
Wilson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Wilson has his foot on Tiote's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tiote works his way back into a safe position though.
Wilson has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Tiote has passed into side control.
Wilson is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Wilson looking for a sweep but Tiote has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Wilson really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Tiote tries to stand up but he's trapped just for the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Solomon Wilson dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Wilson pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#CL#
Wilson gets tackled into the cage by Tiote. Tiote maintains the clinch. #BC2#
Wilson escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#TD#
Wilson gets caught napping as Tiote dives in and scores a takedown. Wilson manages to retain guard.
Tiote passes Wilson's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wilson is staying active underneath Tiote, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Tiote trying to pass the guard but Wilson defending well. #SUB2#
Wilson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Tiote seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Wilson does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiote is really struggling to control Wilson but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Wilson trying to get back to full guard but Tiote takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Tiote trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T1#
Wilson bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Wilson won't allow Tiote to sweep him here.
Tiote is trying to hold Wilson in close to prevent damage but Wilson has managed to pass into half guard.
Wilson thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB2#
Wilson is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Tiote is just riding it out for now. Wilson eventually gives up the hold.
Wilson working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #T2#
Wilson landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Wilson throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Tiote to regain full guard.
Wilson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Tiote is keeping the position for now.
Wilson throwing strikes from guard but Tiote blocks nicely.
Tiote is trying to keep Wilson in close.
Wilson throwing strikes but missing.
Tiote working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Wilson.
Wilson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Wilson lands a couple of decent looking shots.#T3#
Tiote preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Wilson landing some decent shots from guard.
Wilson throwing strikes but missing.
Wilson scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB#
Tiote looking for a triangle here. Wilson is fighting it but it looks tight! Tiote pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Wilson is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Feihck Tiote!
Feihck Tiote very nearly forgot to thank Riner Clothing Everything for 50$ only amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
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Event:
GC 285
Date: Mar 29, 2019 |
#R1#
Stark lands a nice looking body kick.
Stark lands with a nice body punch.
Stark pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Stark 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.
Stark feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tiotes jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Tiote blocks the body kick.
#CL2#
Tiote takes the fight into the clinch.
Tiote is working for takedown but Stark is calmly controlling the position for now.#TD2#
Tiote decides to pull guard.
Stark sitting in guard here, content to control.
Stark looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiote keeping moving, preventing Stark from controlling successfully.
Stark is pushing down on Tiote's leg trying to pass to half guard. Tiote is fighting to maintain full guard but Stark has managed to sneak the leg through.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Stark wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tiote keeps working.
Stark throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Stark is looking to take a break and control but Tiote is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Stark missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Tiote is looking to improve his position.
Tiote is pressing down on Stark's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Stark is looking to work some ground and pound but Tiote has wrist control.
Stark is looking to work some ground and pound but Tiote has wrist control.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Stark wants to pass the guard but Tiote is keeping the position.
Stark passes Tiote's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Stark throwing shots but Tiote is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Stark is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Tiote has managed to free his arm - good work.
Stark thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Tiote won't allow Stark to pass to mount.
Stark not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Tiote is trying to maintain the position but Stark is very close to passing his half guard.
Stark passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Tiote! #T3#
Tiote really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
A nice elbow there by Stark.
Stark controlling the pace for now.
Tiote really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tiote wants to control but Stark is having none of it.#SUB#
Stark jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Tiote is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Tiote and Stark has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
#T4#
Stark working the strikes but Tiote uses the opportunity to regain half guard.
Stark wants to control but Tiote is keeping him busy.
Tiote trying to control but Stark postures up.
Stark not doing much here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Stark is trying to control. Tiote wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Tiote wants to get back to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brandon Stark dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Stark punishes Tiote's body with a nice straight punch.
Tiote fails with an attempt to clinch.
Stark swats away the attempt to clinch by Tiote.
No luck for Tiote with that takedown attempt.
Stark appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Tiote avoids a kick to the body.
Stark fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Tiote.
Tiote wants to clinch up but Stark keeps it at a distance.
Tiote takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Tiote shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Stark as he jumps to the side.
Stark lands with a straight right. Tiote didn't see that one coming.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stark scores with a kick to the body.
Stark with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Tiote misses with a takedown attempt - Stark sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Brandon Stark has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Feihck Tiote.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Tiote. #T1#
Nice body kick there by Stark.
A head kick misses from Stark.
Brandon Stark is winning the standup battle so far.
Stark connects with a high kick.
Stark throws a right hand that Tiote ducks under and follows up with a left that Tiote also avoids with ease.#CL2#
Tiote gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Tiote looking for a takedown.
Stark has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Tiote avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Tiote is looking to control Stark's arms but Stark gets an underhook and turns him. Now Tiote has his back to the cage.
Stark misses with the head strike.
Stark goes for a takedown in the clinch but Tiote prevents it.
#TD2#
Tiote turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Stark is looking for a sweep.
Stark is trying to control Tiote's posture but Tiote avoids it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stark is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T2#
Tiote with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Tiote tries to pass the half guard into mount. Stark knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Tiote 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.
Tiote trying to pass the guard but Stark defending well.
Stark trying to get back to full guard but Tiote takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Stark is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tiote can do to turn this around?#T3#
Tiote sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Brandon Stark overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tiote trying to control but Stark is having none of it.
Stark regains half guard.
Stark trying to get back to full guard but Tiote takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount!
Tiote putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!#T4#
Stark is working to get back to half guard.
#SUB2#
Tiote goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Stark is on top in guard.
Stark preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Tiote working for a triangle but Stark defends it easily.
Stark trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Tiote manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Tiote trying to control the position from guard on top but Stark is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Brandon Stark will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Stark tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Tiote shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Stark as he avoids it easily.
Tiote shoots in and drives through. Stark sprawls well.
Stark stuffs the takedown attempt from Tiote. Tiote gets slowly back to his feet.
Brandon Stark has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Feihck Tiote.
Stark dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Tiote. That did some damage!
Stark lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Tiote throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Stark's waist but Stark gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Tiote off to one side.
Stark thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Tiote if he has to take too many more of those.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Stark fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Tiote on the side of the head.
Stark thows a body kick. Tiote tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Stark misses with an attempted mid kick.
Stark tries a head kick but it misses.
Stark throws a leg kick but Tiote checks it.
Tiote shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Stark pinned against the cage. Stark gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Left hook, right uppercut from Stark. #T1##CL2#
Tiote gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Stark prevents a takedown attempt there.
Tiote can't get the takedown.
#TD#
Stark pulls Tiote into guard.
Tiote won't allow Stark to sweep him here.
Tiote 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.
Stark wants to sweep but no luck.
Tiote trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Stark is trying to control the position but Tiote postures up.
Brandon Stark is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Stark wants to sweep here but Tiote controlling him for the moment.
Tiote controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Brandon Stark seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Tiote closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Stark's guard.
Tiote trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Stark has Tiote pulled in close to control his posture. #SUB#
Stark escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tiote gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Stark controls Tiote momentarily but Tiote frees himself. #T3##SUB#
Tiote got a little sloppy there for a moment and Stark has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tiote has managed to get both his arms back between Stark's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Stark looking for a guillotine here but Tiote defends easily.
Stark is trying to keep Tiote in close.
Tiote looking to sit in guard and control but Stark gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Stark wants to pass the guard but Tiote is keeping the position.
Tiote not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Stark wants to pass the guard but Tiote is keeping the position.
Stark sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Tiote's guard.
Stark is stalling here. Tiote is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Stark seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Tiote has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Stark tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Feihck Tiote has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Stark sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brandon Stark showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Stark, 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brandon Stark!
Brandon Stark 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:
GC 279
Date: Mar 02, 2019 |
#R1#
Bastard throws an off balance right hand
#TD2#
and Tiote counters with a takedown into side control.
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.
Bastard on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
Tiote throws an elbow but Bastard slips to the side and avoids it well.
Bastard manages to get back to half guard.
Bastard is looking to escape.
Bastard is looking to improve his position.
Bastard wants to control but Tiote is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Bastard blocking the ground and pound attempt from Tiote.
Tiote is looking to take a break and control but Bastard is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tiote has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiote controlling the action here.
Bastard wants to improve his position but Tiote is controlling well.
Tiote is keen to just control but Bastard is a slippery customer.#T1#
Bastard wants to get back to his feet.
Tiote trying to control the action but Bastard is working from the bottom.
Bastard is trying to escape back to his feet but Tiote uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Tiote wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bastard keeps working.
Tiote controlling from side mount.
Tiote prevents Bastard from escaping the position.
Tiote is looking to take a break and control but Bastard is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #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 ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tiote prevents Bastard from escaping the position.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Lazy Bastard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tiote slips under a jab.
Bastard throws a shot from downtown. Tiote moves away and avoids it.
Tiote staying out of range there.
Tiote drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bastard defends it well.
Tiote takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bastard throws a series of punches but Tiote moves out of range.
Tiote is looking to clinch but Bastard is avoiding it.
Tiote shoots for a takedown but Bastard saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Tiote ducks right into an uppercut from Bastard. #T3#
Bastard is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Bastard misses with a series of wild punches.
A cross from Bastard lands.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Tiote.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
A big right from Bastard misses.
Bastard throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bastard tries to bum rush Tiote with a series of wild strikes but Tiote uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Tiote takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bastard really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Bastard ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Tiote takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Lazy Bastard is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bastard works Tiote's body with a nice hook.#T4#
Bastard throws an off balance right hand
#TD2#
and Tiote counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Tiote won't allow Bastard to sweep him here.
Tiote pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bastard is keeping the position for now.
Bastard working a defensive guard here.
Bastard bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Tiote's guard. #REVR#
Bastard trying to control the position from guard on top but Tiote is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bastard is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Tiote is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lazy Bastard dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Bastard throws a right hand that misses
#TD2#
and Tiote counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
We've been hearing good reports from Bastard'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.
Tiote throws a big right hand that misses.
Tiote scoring with some ground and pound.
Tiote trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tiote working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bastard's head.
Bastard is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Tiote dives into side control.
Bastard wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Bastard tries to buck Tiote off but Tiote is having none of it.
Bastard is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Feihck Tiote has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiote cracks Bastard with an elbow. That is naaassty.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bastard is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Tiote asserts his dominance and retains side control.#ES#
Bastard throws Tiote to one side and escapes!#T1#
Bastard rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tiote moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bastard throws a lazy right hand but Tiote sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tiote flicks out a counter leg kick but Bastard steps away.
Bastard throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bastard jabs Tiote to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Tiote looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bastard is fending him off so far but Tiote persists. Nope, Bastard circles away and we're back to standing.
Bastard was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Tiote avoids the body shot from Bastard.
Tiote shapes to counter with a head kick.
Bastard lands a nice hook to Tiote's body. Tiote takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A slow jab from Bastard misses its intended target.
Lazy Bastard is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bastard swings away with a body shot that misses
and Tiote cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Tiote looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Tiote blocks a jab.
Bastard dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#T2#
Bastard throws a good cross that connects.
Bastard misses with a wild body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Tiote slips under a jab.
Tiote appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Tiote shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bastard as he jumps to the side.
Lazy Bastard has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Feihck Tiote.
Bastard throws a series of punches but Tiote avoids them all with ease.
Bastard works the jab nicely.
Bastard misses with a looping right.
Tiote has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Tiote there as he acknowledges the shot.
Bastard scores with a decent looking hook.
Tiote takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Nice defenses there by Tiote.
Bastard misses with a shot to the body
and Tiote counters with a head kick.
Bastard falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD2#
and Tiote decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Bastard's guard.#ROC2#
Bastard is rocked!#T3#
Tiote's corner is telling him to maintain position.#ES#
Bastard manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage.#TD2#
Tiote gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Tiote postures up.
Tiote is fighting to break Bastard's control of his arms but Bastard is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Bastard is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Tiote trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bastard wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Tiote manages to pass to side control.
Tiote throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Bastard to regain full guard. #T4#
Tiote trying to control the position from guard on top but Bastard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bastard looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tiote is one step ahead there.
Tiote wants to control from the top but Bastard keeps moving.
Tiote is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Bastard is looking to stand up but Tiote isn't so interested in that idea.
Bastard working a defensive guard here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lazy Bastard dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Bastard connects with the punch.
Bastard jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tiote feints the counter takedown.
Bastard misses with a double jab
#TD2#
and Tiote counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Tiote.
Tiote is standing up over Bastard. Bastard looks to escape but Tiote dives into side control.
#REVR#
Bastard tries to buck Tiote off but Tiote is having none of it.
Bastard sneaks back into half guard.
Bastard moves into full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bastard wants to get back to his feet but Tiote is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T1#
Bastard 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.
Bastard working a defensive guard here.
Tiote looking to pass the guard.
Bastard wants to stand and escape but Tiote is having none of it.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Tiote's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Bastard is trying to keep Tiote in close.
Tiote trying to control the position from guard on top but Bastard is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bastard has momentary wrist control but Tiote slips an elbow through the middle.
Bastard looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Tiote wants to control from the top but Bastard keeps moving.
Tiote sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Bastard looking for a sweep. Not yet Bastard, not yet.
Tiote cracks Bastard with a solid left hand.
Tiote working some strikes from top position.
Tiote passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Tiote trying to control the action but Bastard is working from the bottom.
Bastard can't do much from the bottom here. #T3#
Tiote cracks Bastard with a big right hand but Bastard just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Bastard is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Bastard is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Tiote's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Bastard wants to improve his position but Tiote is controlling well.
Tiote trying to control from half guard but Bastard is working away.
Tiote works his way into side control.
Tiote advances nicely into full mount.
Tiote controlling from mount.
Bastard wants to hold on but Tiote pushes him away.#T4#
Bastard tries to reverse the position but Tiote maintains control.
Tiote wants to control the pace but Bastard is squirming around nicely.
Bastard keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Bastard is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Tiote tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Bastard is trying desperately to improve position.
Feihck Tiote has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tiote lands a big elbow.
And that's the end of the fight!
Feihck Tiote comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bastard has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge George Francis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lazy Bastard!
Lazy Bastard very nearly forgot to thank Riner Clothing and Laundry (85%) amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
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Event:
GC 273
Date: Jan 25, 2019 |
#R1#
Aoki waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tiote.#TD#
Tiote fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Aoki sprawls well initially but Tiote persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Aoki is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tiote performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
Tiote seems to be looking for submissions.
Tiote is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki is not content to let Tiote control the position.#T1#
Aoki wants to get back to his feet.
Tiote is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Aoki tries to get to full guard but Tiote has control of the leg.
Tiote looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Tiote drops an elbow to the side of Aoki's head.
Aoki is trying to control but can't.
Tiote slips a nice elbow through Aoki's hands, connecting with Aoki's forehead.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Aoki is not content to let Tiote control the position.#SUB#
Tiote is trying to work for a kimura but Aoki is defending well.
Tiote is looking to take a break and control but Aoki is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ground and pound from Tiote.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Aoki is trying to control but can't.
Aoki is refusing to be controlled, as Tiote sits in half guard.
Tiote not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T3#
Aoki slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Tiote 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.#SUB2#
Aoki had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tiote defends it easily.#SUB2#
Aoki is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Tiote defends well.
Tiote won't allow Aoki to get back to his feet.
Tiote trying to control the position from guard on top but Aoki is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Tiote dives in for a single leg takedown but Aoki sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Aoki misses with a looping left.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Tiote throws a nice outside leg kick.
Tiote tries to close the distance and clinch up but Aoki swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Aoki misses with a straight right.
Tiote tries to counter with a takedown but Aoki is quick to defend against it.
Aoki stuffs the takedown attempt from Tiote. Tiote gets slowly back to his feet.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Aoki! But no joy.
Aoki misses with a straight left.
Shiny Aoki is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Tiote takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#CUT2#
It looks like Feihck Tiote has been cut.
Tiote misses with the combination.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL2#
Aoki gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
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 Feihck Tiote will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Feihck Tiote's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Tiote doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Aoki counters with a left to the body.
Aoki's coach down at Touch Of Death Combat Academy was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Aoki's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Tiote defending well as Aoki loads up on a big left hand.
Aoki wants to clinch
and Tiote counters with an inside leg kick.
Tiote looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Aoki defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tiote.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Feihck Tiote. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aoki sizes up Tiote with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Aoki misses with a looping right.
Aoki throws a one two combo.
#T1#
A jab from Aoki misses.
Aoki looks to throw the jab but Tiote is out of range.
Shiny Aoki seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Tiote slips a straight right by Aoki.
Aoki 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.
Aoki with a nice cross.#ROC2#
Tiote is rocked!
Aoki Throws a clean left jab. Aoki Twirls his body and connects with a Spinning Back Fist that connects flush with Tiote's chin! Tiote crumbles to the ground and Aoki follows up with some unanswered strikes. It's all over!! Nice standup skills displayed by Aoki!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Shiny Aoki!
Shiny Aoki is the new lightweight champion!
A victorious Shiny Aoki 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:
GC 267
Date: Dec 28, 2018 |
#R1#
Tiote shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Lamb defends it nicely.
Lamb 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.
Horrible takedown attempt by Tiote or perhaps it was just good defense by Lamb, which made it look bad.
Lamb wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Nice sprawl there from Lamb as Tiote shoots in.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Feihck Tiote. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tiote tries to score a power double leg takedown but Lamb sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Tiote somewhat.
Tiote closes this distance looking for a takedown but Lamb circles away.
Tiote has his takedown stuffed
and Tiote takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiote shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Tiote shoots in and drives through. Lamb sprawls well.#TD2#
Lamb dives in and scores a takedown into Tiote's 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.
Lamb trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lamb wants to control from the top but Tiote keeps moving. #T1##SUB#
Lamb throws a sloppy strike and Tiote has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! Lamb is forced to tap! Great BJJ from Tiote!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Feihck Tiote!
After the big win, Feihck Tiote made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Riner Clothing and Laundry (85%) and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
Darren Lamb was interviewed post fight and said 'Baaaaaa... Baaaaaa... Baaaaa... Shit, someone backstage put acid in my drink. I thought I was a lamb.'.
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Event:
IFC 76: S.Heavyweight vs Bell
Date: Nov 10, 2018 |
#R1#
Tiote dodges the punch combination from Hibbert.
Hibbert works the jab nicely.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tiote is defended easily by Hibbert.
The fight stays on the outside here - Hibbert looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Hibbert throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tiote sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Hibbert clobbers Tiote with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Hibbert misses with a hook.
Horrible takedown attempt by Tiote or perhaps it was just good defense by Hibbert, which made it look bad.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hibbert throws a series of punches but Tiote avoids them all with ease.
Tiote is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Tiote moves out of range of the body kick.
Hibbert ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Hibbert tries a head kick but it misses.
Tiote shoots in but Hibbert avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Tony Hibbert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Feihck Tiote.#TD2#
Tiote shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Hibbert's guard.#T1#
Hibbert looking to control.
Hibbert seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Tiote avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Tiote wants to control from the top but Hibbert keeps moving. #SUB#
Hibbert is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Tiote is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Hibbert had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tiote defends it easily.
Tiote trying to control but Hibbert is working from the bottom.
Tiote advances to half guard. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Tiote wants to pass to mount but Hibbert is defending the position.
Hibbert is trying to maintain the position but Tiote is very close to passing his half guard.
Tiote passes to side control.
Tiote wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hibbert keeps working. #ES#
Hibbert sneaks out the side door and pushes Tiote away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Tiote steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Hibbert.
Tiote drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Hibbert defends it well.
Tiote fails with a takedown attempt.
Tiote changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hibbert tries to avoid it but Tiote manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hibbert to the ground. Hibbert escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Hibbert lands a jab to the head.
Hibbert stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Hibbert wants it to stay on the feet.#CL2#
Tiote pushes Hibbert up against the cage in a clinch.#T3#
Tiote blocks an uppercut.
Hibbert lands a nice uppercut.#TD2#
Tiote gets a trip takedown into half guard.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Hibbert looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hibbert is staying active underneath Tiote, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Hibbert trying to control here.
Hibbert is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.#SUB#
Hibbert is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tiote pulls his head out easily.
Tiote wants to pass the guard but Hibbert is defending well.
Tiote trying to control the action but Hibbert is working from the bottom. #T4#
Hibbert wants to get back to full guard.
Hibbert is refusing to be controlled, as Tiote sits in half guard.
Hibbert gets back to full guard.
Tiote wants to control from the top but Hibbert keeps moving. #SUB#
Hibbert looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tiote 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.
Hibbert is trying to keep Tiote in close.
Tiote trying to control the position from guard on top but Hibbert is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tony Hibbert dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##CL2#
Hibbert gets tackled into the cage by Tiote. Tiote maintains the clinch.
Tiote is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Hibbert to keep the fight standing.
Tiote tries for a takedown. No joy.
Tiote goes for a takedown attempt but Hibbert pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Tony Hibbert has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Feihck Tiote.
Hibbert scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Hibbert lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Hibbert throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tiote fails to land the takedown.
Donk. Hibbert catches Tiote right on the button with a cross.
Tiote tries to score a power double leg takedown but Hibbert sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Tiote somewhat.
Tony Hibbert is winning the standup battle so far.
Hibbert tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Hibbert leaves Tiote with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#T1#
Tiote checks a leg kick.
Hibbert throws a shot to the body.
Hibbert misses with a two punch combination.
Hibbert waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tiote.
Tiote goes for a double leg but Hibbert avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Hibbert continues to drive forward.#CL2#
Hibbert tries to keep at a distance but Tiote has taken the fight into the clinch.
Hibbert throws a punch but it's blocked by Tiote.
Tiote goes for a takedown in the clinch but Hibbert prevents it.
Tiote looking for a takedown.
Hibbert fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Hibbert lands a hook that snaps the head of Tiote backwards.
Tiote is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Hibbert pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Hibbert is looking to control Tiote's arms but Tiote gets an underhook and turns him. Now Hibbert has his back to the cage.
Tiote has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Hibbert avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Hibbert scores with a nice hook to the head.
Hibbert working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Tiote tries to pull guard but Hibbert forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#T2#
Hibbert slows down the pace here.
Hibbert lands a shot to the body.
Hibbert scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Tiote is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Hibbert gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Hibbert misses with a punch to the body.
Tiote fails to pull guard.
Nice body punch from Hibbert.
Tiote is breathing heavily.
Hibbert lands a right hand.
Hibbert softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Hibbert gets underhooks to prevent Tiote's takedown attempt.
Hibbert lands a body punch in the clinch.
Hibbert is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tiote can do to turn this around?
Hibbert working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Hibbert lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Tiote tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Hibbert.
Good body shot from Hibbert.
Hibbert scores with a nice hook to the head.
Hibbert lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Hibbert stalls. #T3#
Tiote tries for a takedown but Hibbert manages to get underhooks.
Tiote has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Hibbert is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Tiote drops down looking for an ankle pick but Hibbert pulls his leg out and moves away.
Hibbert lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Hibbert connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Tiote keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Tiote drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Hibbert defends it well.
Hibbert rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Tiote moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Hibbert misses with a series of wild punches.
Hibbert swats away the attempt to clinch by Tiote.#CL#
Hibbert moves into the clinch.
Tiote takes a shot to the head. #TD2#
Tiote manages to pull guard.
Hibbert looking to sit in guard and control but Tiote gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##T4#
Hibbert is trying to hold Tiote in close to prevent damage but Tiote has managed to pass into half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hibbert regains full guard. Nicely done.
Tiote trying to control but Hibbert is working from the bottom.
Feihck Tiote has got the better of the ground game so far.
Tiote loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Hibbert looking to control.
Hibbert keeping full guard, as Tiote tries to pass.
Tiote trying to control but Hibbert is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Hibbert has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tiote can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tony Hibbert dominated that second round.
That's time! Hibbert'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#
Hibbert takes a swing at Tiote's ribcage but misses.
A big right from Hibbert misses.
Tiote only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Tiote will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Hibbert moves in looking to clinch but Tiote pushes him off.
Tiote fails to land the takedown.
Tony Hibbert is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD2#
Tiote shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Tiote passes Hibbert's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Tiote lands with a punch from half guard.
Hibbert is not content to let Tiote control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Hibbert looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Hibbert actively working from the bottom here.#T1#
Tiote is pressing down on Hibbert's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hibbert is holding on for now.
Tiote stalling. #SUB#
Hibbert looking for submissions off his back.
Tiote is pressing down on Hibbert's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hibbert is holding on for now.
Hibbert wants to control but Tiote is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Hibbert looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Hibbert is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Tiote controlling the action here.
Hibbert trying to control but Tiote postures up.
Tiote tries to pass to full mount but Hibbert defends it.
Hibbert gets back to full guard.
Hibbert keeping moving, preventing Tiote from controlling successfully. #T3##SUB#
Hibbert working for a triangle but Tiote defends it easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tiote makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Hibbert is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Hibbert had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tiote defends it easily.
Tiote looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Tiote avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Hibbert can't keep his opponent in guard - Tiote advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Tiote passes into side control, despite Hibbert's attempt to control the position.
Hibbert is looking to reverse the position.
Tiote wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hibbert keeps working.
Hibbert tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Tiote wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Feihck Tiote has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
And that's the end of the fight!
Feihck Tiote comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Hibbert has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tony Hibbert!
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Event:
IFCMW43:Murhaa v L.Heavyweight
Date: Oct 17, 2018 |
#R1#
Tiote misses with a takedown attempt - Poohs sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD#
Poohs gets caught napping as Tiote dives in and scores a takedown. Poohs manages to retain guard.
Tiote wants to pass the guard but Poohs is keeping the position.
Tiote trying to control the position from guard on top but Poohs is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tiote trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiote is stalling in the full guard.
Tiote trying to control the position from guard on top but Poohs is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Poohs working a defensive guard here.
Tiote is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Tiote looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Poohs looks to score with a jab to the body but Tiote is just out of range.
Tiote moves away from the strike by Poohs.
Tiote dives in and grabs Poohs's left leg, looking for a takedown. Poohs pushes down on Tiote's head and hops out.
Tiote misses with a takedown attempt - Poohs sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Poohs 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.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Feihck Tiote. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tiote shoots in but Poohs avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Tiote keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T2##TD#
Tiote looking to score a takedown here. Poohs is defending well but Tiote drives through and ends up in Poohs's guard.
Poohs keeping full guard, as Tiote tries to pass.
Poohs looking to hit a scissor sweep but Tiote is one step ahead there.
Tiote with a flurry of punches that miss.
Tiote is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Tiote trying to control the position from guard on top but Poohs is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tiote stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Poohs swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Tiote is working hard here to advance position.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Tiote throws a strike but Poohs rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##SUB#
Tiote has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Poohs can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Tiote working for a triangle but Poohs defends it easily.
Poohs seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Tiote is pulling down on Poohs's head to control his posture.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Tiote had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Poohs defends it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Feihck Tiote dominated that round.
That's time! Tiote's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Poohs throws a lazy right hand but Tiote sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Tiote feinted with a counter takedown.
Poohs is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tiote.
Tiote fails with a takedown attempt.
Tiote is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Tiote avoids the body shot from Poohs.
Poohs misses with a straight right.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Tiote.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good leg kick by Poohs there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Tiote shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Poohs but Poohs pushes him off and we're back to square one.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Feihck Tiote. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tiote takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#T1#
Poohs throws a jab but it's blocked by Tiote. #TD#
Tiote shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Poohs is controlling Tiote's trapped leg to prevent Tiote from advancing to side control.#SUB#
Tiote seems to be working for a kimura but Poohs defends the submission attempt.
Tiote is looking to take a break and control but Poohs is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2##SUB#
Tiote is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Tiote is pressing down on Poohs's thigh, looking to free his foot. Poohs is holding on for now.
Tiote passes the guard and advances to mount!
Tiote with a couple of short strikes.#T3#
Tiote looking to ground and pound but Poohs is blocking nicely.
Tiote tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Poohs wants to hold on but Tiote pushes him away.
Tiote trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Poohs wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Tiote.
Tiote is landing with some decent strikes but Poohs is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Tiote looking to ground and pound but Poohs is blocking nicely.
Poohs is squirming around, avoiding Tiote's attempts to control the action. #T4#
Tiote sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Poohs blocking the ground and pound.
Tiote controlling from mount. #SUB#
Tiote is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by Tiote!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Feihck Tiote!
Feihck Tiote managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Riner Clothing and Laundry (85%), into his post fight interview.
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Event:
IFC 69 Murhaa vs Dali
Date: Sep 22, 2018 |
#R1#
Shadow throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Tiote sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Tiote takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#CL#
Shadow clinches. #TD2#
Tiote turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Shadow can't do much from the bottom here.
Shadow is looking for a sweep.
Shadow prevents Tiote from improving position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiote is staying tight to Shadow's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Shadow tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Tiote wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
We've been hearing good reports from Shadow'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#
Tiote is looking to take a break and control but Shadow is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Shadow sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Shadow looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Shadow keeping control of the position.
Tiote is stalling here. Shadow is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Tiote seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Shadow has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #SUB#
Shadow swings around for an armbar but Tiote sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Shadow's guard.#T2#
Tiote 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.
Tiote tries to free his leg and advance position but Shadow is retaining full guard.
Tiote with a nice head shot there.
Tiote stopping the sweep attempt from Shadow.
Tiote looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Shadow has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Tiote can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Shadow trying to control the position.
#T3#
Tiote's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Tiote passes Shadow's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Tiote is trying to control. Shadow wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Shadow gets back to full guard.
Tiote trying to control but Shadow is working from the bottom.
Tiote throwing strikes but missing. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB#
Tiote got a little sloppy there for a moment and Shadow has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Tiote has managed to get both his arms back between Shadow's legs - danger averted.
Shadow keeping moving, preventing Tiote from controlling successfully.
Shadow trying to control the position.
Tiote engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Shadow thows a left - swing and a miss!
Soul Shadow is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tiote changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Shadow tries to avoid it but Tiote manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Shadow to the ground. Shadow escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Tiote tries to clinch but Shadow moves away
and Tiote takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Feihck Tiote 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#
Tiote shoots for a takedown but Shadow saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#CL#
Shadow closes the distance and pushes Tiote back into the cage.
Shadow misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Shadow fails to land.
Shadow gets underhooks to prevent Tiote's takedown attempt.
Shadow struggles to land a body shot inside as Tiote controls his hands.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Shadow.
Tiote has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Shadow is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Soul Shadow has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Feihck Tiote.#TD2#
Tiote tightens his grip and picks Shadow up, before dumping him to the ground. Shadow manages to land in guard. #SUB#
Shadow looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Tiote wants to pass the guard but Shadow is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiote trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Shadow manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR#
Tiote keeping full guard, as Shadow tries to pass. #T1#
Shadow content to stall in guard here.
Tiote is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shadow trying to control the position from guard on top but Tiote is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tiote is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Shadow trying to control but Tiote is working from the bottom.
Shadow pushes down on Tiote's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Tiote wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Shadow is just content to waste time from the top position. Tiote takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Shadow trying to move into half guard but instead Tiote has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Feihck Tiote has got the better of the ground game so far.
Tiote trying to control but Shadow is working from the bottom.
Tiote stands up over Shadow, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Shadow looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tiote trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Shadow isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Tiote stacks Shadow 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 Tiote!
Tiote moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T4#
Tiote throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Tiote working the ground and pound.
Tiote tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
The strikes coming from Tiote are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Tiote working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Tiote controlling the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Feihck Tiote showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Tiote.
Tiote shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Shadow but Shadow pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Tiote doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Shadow counters with a straight right hand.
Soul Shadow has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Feihck Tiote.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiote takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#CUT#
It looks like Feihck Tiote has been cut.
Shadow with a body punch. A glancing blow. #TD2#
Tiote is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Shadow's half guard.#T1#
Tiote is taking a breather. Shadow 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.
Tiote is keen to just control but Shadow is a slippery customer.
Shadow tries to roll over but Tiote keeps him under control.
Tiote trying to control from half guard but Shadow is working away.
Tiote is looking to advance position but Shadow won't allow it.
Tiote scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Soul Shadow has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Tiote is looking to advance position but Shadow won't allow it. #SUB#
Shadow looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Shadow looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Tiote working Shadow over with strikes.
Tiote wants to take a breather but Shadow is having none of it.
Tiote is controlling the pace.
Shadow is trying to maintain the position but Tiote is very close to passing his half guard.#T3##SUB#
Shadow is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tiote pulls his head out easily.
Shadow won't allow Tiote to pass to mount.
Shadow gets full guard.
Tiote is looking to work some ground and pound but Shadow has wrist control.
Tiote 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. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Tiote defending well as Shadow loads up on a big left hand.
Shadow throws a sloppy head kick and Tiote moves out of range easily.
Tiote drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Shadow defends it well.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Tiote gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Shadow lands a jab.
Shadow misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Tiote.
And Tiote tries to counter it with a takedown but Shadow pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Shadow lands a lovely overhand right.
Soul Shadow is winning the standup battle so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL#
Shadow clinches with his opponent.
Feihck Tiote is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Shadow gets underhooks to prevent Tiote's takedown attempt.
Shadow is pressed up against the cage. Tiote has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Shadow down to the mat. Shadow avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
And that's the end of the fight!
Soul Shadow showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Tiote 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Soul Shadow!
Our winner, Soul Shadow, 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:
IFC 59 Murhaa vs Choo
Date: Jul 14, 2018 |
#R1#
Mumu misses the shot to the body.
Mumu getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Mumu throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Tiote tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Tiote shoots in but Mumu avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Mumu defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Tiote.
Mumu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Tiote manages to avoid it.
Tiote only half commits to the counter leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mumu lands a nice shot to the body.
Mumu sizes up Tiote with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Tiote shoots in but no luck this time.
Mumu looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Abdel Mumu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Feihck Tiote.#T1#
Tiote moves out of range as Mumu strikes.
Tiote is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
#CUT#
It looks like Feihck Tiote has been cut.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Tiote.
Mumu throws a looping overhand right but Tiote ducks down to avoid it.
Mumu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Mumu misses with a head kick.
Tiote closes the distance and clinches up with Mumu, looking for a takedown. Tiote pushes Mumu against the cage but Mumu circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Tiote shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mumu is looking to counter punch.
Mumu works the jab nicely.#ROC#
Tiote is rocked!
Tiote leaves his chin hanging out and Mumu seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Tiote crumbles to the floor in a heap, and the referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Abdel Mumu!
Abdel Mumu decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
IFC 55 Mumu vs Thomas
Date: Jun 16, 2018 |
#R1#
Tiote defending well as Shadow loads up on a big left hand. #CL#
Tiote instigates a clinch. #TD#
Tiote jumps into guard, dragging Shadow to the mat.
Shadow stands and throws Tiote's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Tiote manages to work his way to half guard, despite Shadow's best efforts.
Shadow trying to control the action but Tiote is working from the bottom.
My spies in Sweat inform me that Shadow has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Shadow is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The fighters are battling for position here. Tiote manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T1#
Shadow looking to pass the guard.
Tiote wants to sweep here but Shadow controlling him for the moment.
Tiote seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Shadow's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Shadow stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tiote swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Shadow looking to sit in guard and control but Tiote gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Tiote controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Shadow escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Tiote gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Shadow 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#
Shadow controlling the pace.
Shadow stalling away here and it's allowed Tiote to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #T3#
Shadow trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Shadow got a little sloppy there for a moment and Tiote has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Shadow has managed to get both his arms back between Tiote's legs - danger averted.
Shadow passes Tiote's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Tiote is controlling Shadow's trapped leg to prevent Shadow from advancing to side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tiote tries to get to full guard but Shadow has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Shadow is looking for a kimura but Tiote is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Shadow to get the leverage. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Tiote is controlling Shadow's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Shadow wants to take a breather but Tiote is having none of it.
Shadow wants to pass to mount but Tiote is defending the position.
Tiote is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tiote makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tiote.
Shadow stands and throws Tiote's legs to the side, diving into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Soul Shadow 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#
Tiote throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Shadow counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Tiote shoots in and drives through. Shadow sprawls well.
Shadow is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Tiote with a body shot.
Shadow misses with a head kick.
Tiote moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
An inside leg kick from Shadow misses.
Shadow has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tiote wants to clinch
and Shadow connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Tiote fails with the takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Shadow lands with a good body shot.
Shadow stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Feihck Tiote. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Shadow throws a front kick that sends Tiote stumbling back into the cage.#T1#
Tiote moves to clinch but Shadow breaks away
and Shadow counters with a thumping low kick.
Shadow throws a sloppy head kick and Tiote moves out of range easily.
Shadow dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tiote takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Soul Shadow is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Shadow just misses with a punch to the body.
Shadow connects with a right hand. Tiote shakes it off.
Shadow fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Tiote is out of range.
Tiote tries for a takedown but Shadow circles away easily
and Shadow counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD#
Tiote drives through with a takedown into guard.
Tiote throws a big right hand that misses.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tiote wants to control from the top but Shadow keeps moving. #T2#
Tiote scoring with punches to the head and body.
Shadow tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Tiote wants to control from the top but Shadow keeps moving. #SUB2#
Shadow has his foot on Tiote's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tiote works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Shadow had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Tiote defends it easily.#SUB2#
Shadow throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T3#
Shadow 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.
Shadow keeping moving, preventing Tiote from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Shadow looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Tiote has picked Shadow up and slammed him! Shadow can't keep hold of the triangle and Tiote manages to pass to side control!
Tiote tries to advance position but instead Shadow slips a leg back in to half guard.
Tiote wants to lay and pray for a moment but Shadow keeps working. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Shadow gets full guard.
Feihck Tiote overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tiote trying to control but Shadow is working from the bottom.
Tiote looking to pass the guard.
Shadow keeping moving, preventing Tiote from controlling successfully.
Tiote slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Shadow is looking for a sweep.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Soul Shadow showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Shadow closes the distance and clinches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tiote.
Shadow fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tiote's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tiote.
Shadow misses with a hook from the clinch.
Shadow swings wildly with an uppercut but Tiote uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tiote blocks an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Shadow.
Come on Shadow - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Shadow throws a head punch that misses.
Shadow misses with the head strike.
#T1#
Tiote tries to pull guard but Shadow forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Shadow struggles to land a body shot inside as Tiote controls his hands.
#TD#
Tiote successfully pulls guard.
Shadow wants to control from the top but Tiote keeps moving.
Shadow preventing the sweep.
Shadow trying to control the position from guard on top but Tiote is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tiote keeping full guard, as Shadow tries to pass.
Shadow trying to control but Tiote is working from the bottom. #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.
Shadow might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Tiote haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Shadow wants to stand but Tiote is controlling his posture from full guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Nice sprawl there from Shadow as Tiote shoots in.
Shadow throws a leg kick but Tiote sees it coming and moves out of range.
Soul Shadow seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Tiote steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Shadow.
Tiote darts in looking for a takedown but Shadow gets double underhooks and turns Tiote into the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Feihck Tiote. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Tiote tries to clinch but Shadow moves away
and Shadow counters with a left and a right that stings Tiote. #T3#
Shadow swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD#
Tiote shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Shadow is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Shadow slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Soul Shadow is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Tiote working some strikes from top position.
Shadow wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Shadow looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Tiote has picked Shadow up and slammed him! Shadow can't keep hold of the triangle and Tiote manages to pass to side control!#T4##SUB#
Tiote is trying to get an arm triangle but Shadow is defending well.
Tiote wants to lay and pray for a moment but Shadow keeps working.
Shadow regains half guard there - taking advantage of Tiote's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Tiote looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Shadow looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Soul Shadow comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Shadow winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Soul Shadow!
Soul Shadow 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:
IFC MW 29 Murhaa V Heavyweight
Date: May 30, 2018 |
#R1#
Tiote tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Lopez manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Tiote throws a leg kick that is checked
and Lopez cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Tiote 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.#CL#
Lopez closes the distance and pushes Tiote back into the cage.#TD#
Lopez wants the takedown. Tiote is fighting it off but Lopez persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Tiote's guard against the cage.#SUB2#
Tiote looking for a guillotine here but Lopez defends easily.
Lopez wants to control from the top but Tiote keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Tiote looking for subs off his back but Lopez has passed one foot through into half guard.
#SUB#
Lopez is working for a submission of some sort.
#T1#
Lopez trying to mount his opponent but Tiote defends it. #SUB2#
Tiote is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lopez pulls his head out easily.
Tiote wants to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Lopez tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tiote knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Lopez is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Tiote is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Tiote actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Lopez is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Lopez looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T3#
Tiote is looking for a sweep. Lopez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Tiote actively working from the bottom here.
Lopez controlling the action here.
Tiote makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Tiote.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Lopez tries to free his leg and advance position but Tiote is retaining full guard. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Tiote fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Lopez stuffs the takedown attempt from Tiote. Tiote gets slowly back to his feet.
An attempted straight right counter from Lopez misses the target.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Tiote.
Gosha Lopez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Feihck Tiote.
Tiote looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Lopez tries to counter by clinching up but Tiote breaks away and moves out of range.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tiote looks for a takedown but Lopez sprawls well.
Tiote tries to clinch but Lopez moves out of range.
It looked like Lopez was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tiote.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gosha Lopez dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Tiote looking to score a takedown here. Lopez is defending well but Tiote drives through and ends up in Lopez's guard.
Lopez trying to keep a closed guard but Tiote is proving a slippery customer.
Lopez wants to sweep here but Tiote controlling him for the moment.
Lopez seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Lopez here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Lopez keeping moving, preventing Tiote from controlling successfully.
Lopez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tiote manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Lopez advances position into side control!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez tries to advance to mount but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Tiote bucks up and tries to throw Lopez off but instead Lopez has got his back!
Lopez is looking to control Tiote but Tiote is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Gosha Lopez overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Lopez looking for the choke from the back.
Lopez has the hooks in. Tiote is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB#
Lopez tightening his grip on Tiote, looking for the choke.
Lopez doesn't have the hooks in and Tiote manages to turn into his guard.
#T2##SUB#
Lopez is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Tiote trying to control the position from guard on top but Lopez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tiote trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Tiote looking to sit in guard and control but Lopez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Lopez 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.
Lopez wants to pass the guard but Tiote is keeping the position.#T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tiote is on top in guard.
#REVB##SUB#
Lopez is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Tiote pushes down on Lopez's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Tiote is looking to take a break and control but Lopez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Lopez is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tiote pulls his head out easily.
Lopez is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tiote can do to turn this around?#T4#
Tiote wants to pass to mount but Lopez is defending the position.
Tiote is looking to take a break and control but Lopez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lopez is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Tiote scores with a couple of nice shots.
Lopez might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Tiote is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Tiote seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Lopez holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tiote is keen to just control but Lopez is a slippery customer.
Lopez tries to roll over but Tiote keeps him under control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Feihck Tiote will probably get the nod - 10:9.
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#
Tiote shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Lopez sprawls well. Lopez wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Tiote gets slowly back to his feet.
Tiote wants to clinch.
Lopez leaves Tiote with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD2#
Tiote shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Lopez manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lopez wants to sweep here but Tiote controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Lopez looking for a guillotine here but Tiote defends easily.
#T1#
Tiote postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Tiote sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Lopez's guard.
Lopez wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Lopez looking for submissions off his back.
Lopez wants to improve his position but Tiote is controlling well.
Tiote is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Lopez trying to control from the bottom.
Tiote seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Lopez gets back to full guard.
Tiote sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Lopez's guard.
Tiote stalling away here and it's allowed Lopez to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Tiote passes Lopez's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T3#
Lopez is trying to maintain the position but Tiote is very close to passing his half guard.
Tiote passes the guard and advances to mount!
Tiote prevents Lopez from getting the reversal.
Tiote lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Lopez hang on?
Tiote takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Tiote looking to control but Lopez is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T4#
Lopez is trying desperately to improve position.
Lopez wants to hold on but Tiote pushes him away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Tiote dominating with strikes here.
Tiote is trying to control here but Lopez has managed to regain half guard.
Tiote is trying to control the action in half guard but Lopez is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Feihck Tiote comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Tiote 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Feihck Tiote!
Feihck Tiote really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Riner Clothing and Laundry (85%) logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
IFC 50 Tower vs Heavyweight
Date: May 12, 2018 |
#R1#
Touchard throws a body punch but Tiote moves out of range.
Touchard goes for a double leg but Tiote avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tiote continues to drive forward.
A head kick misses from Tiote.
Tiote displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Touchard.
Touchard throws out a leg kick but Tiote moves out of range and Touchard only half commits. #TD2#
Tiote drives through with a takedown into Touchard's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Touchard seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Touchard looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Touchard looking for a guillotine here but Tiote defends easily.
Tiote slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Touchard might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Touchard gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Touchard on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T1#
Tiote working the head and body with strikes.
Touchard has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Tiote is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Touchard is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tiote pulls his head out easily.
Tiote working over Touchard with some ground and pound. Touchard looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Touchard is looking to improve his position.
Tiote landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Touchard has hold of Tiote's hands but Tiote slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Tiote looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tiote controlling the action here.
Touchard tries to roll over but Tiote keeps him under control.#T2#
Touchard is working hard here to advance position.
Tiote takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Touchard wants to improve his position but Tiote is controlling well.
Tiote wants to take a breather but Touchard is having none of it. #SUB#
Touchard looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Touchard is staying active underneath Tiote, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Tiote stalling. #T3#
Tiote is thwarting Touchard's attempts to control the position.
Touchard is looking for a sweep. Tiote is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Touchard is trying to maintain the position but Tiote is very close to passing his half guard.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
Touchard wants to improve his position but Tiote is controlling well.
Touchard is looking to control Tiote's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Touchard avoid being mounted?#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Nice sprawl there from Touchard as Tiote shoots in.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Tiote checks a leg kick.
Tiote fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Tiote shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Touchard as he jumps to the side.
Anton Touchard has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Feihck Tiote.#T4#
Touchard stuffs the takedown.
Touchard misses the jab.
Tiote fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Touchard avoids it really well and circles away.
Touchard fails in his attempt to clinch.
Tiote changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#CL2#
Tiote has managed to clinch.
Touchard tries to throw a body punch but Tiote avoids it by throwing Touchard back against the cage.
Tiote tries for a takedown but Touchard manages to get underhooks.
Touchard is looking to control Tiote's arms but Tiote gets an underhook and turns him. Now Touchard has his back to the cage.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Touchard goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Feihck Tiote dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Touchard attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Tiote uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Touchard.#TD#
Touchard manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Tiote on his heels. He'll look to pass Tiote's guard now, I'm sure.
Touchard trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Tiote has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Touchard can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Tiote looking to hit a scissor sweep but Touchard is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Tiote escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Touchard gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Touchard wants to pass the guard but Tiote is keeping the position.#T1##SUB2#
Tiote working for submissions but it's allowed Touchard to get to half guard.
Tiote tries to get to full guard but Touchard has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Tiote looking for submissions off his back.
Tiote wants to control but Touchard is keeping busy.
Touchard is trying to control. Tiote wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Tiote trying to control here.
The fighters are battling for position here. Tiote manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Touchard stopping the sweep attempt from Tiote.
Tiote is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SUB2#
Touchard avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Touchard passes Tiote's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Feihck Tiote has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2#
Tiote looking for submissions off his back.
Tiote wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Tiote regains full guard. Nicely done.
Tiote controlling the position.
Touchard lands a couple of elbows.
Touchard trying to control the position from guard on top but Tiote is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Touchard trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Touchard trying to control the position from guard on top but Tiote is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Touchard trying to move into half guard but instead Tiote has managed to sweep!#REVB##SUB#
Touchard looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T4##SUB#
Touchard has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Tiote 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 Touchard.
Tiote wants to lay and pray for a moment but Touchard keeps working.
Tiote cracks Touchard with a big right hand but Touchard just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Tiote tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #SUB2#
Tiote tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Touchard sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Anton Touchard will probably get the nod.
That's time! Touchard's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3##CL2#
Tiote closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Tiote gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Touchard moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Touchard keeping full guard, as Tiote tries to pass.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Touchard is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Tiote looking for a sweep. Not yet Tiote, not yet.
Tiote controls Touchard momentarily but Touchard frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Tiote is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Tiote is looking to sweep but instead, Touchard has passed into half guard.
#T1#
Tiote wants to control but Touchard is keeping busy.
Touchard seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tiote does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Touchard works his way into full mount!
Touchard tries to control but Tiote wriggling away. #SUB#
Touchard goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Tiote turns into him and now he's in Touchard's guard.
#T2#
Tiote pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Touchard is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Touchard has his foot on Tiote's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Tiote works his way back into a safe position though.
Touchard looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Touchard is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Tiote is stalling in the full guard.
Tiote works over Touchard with some ground and pound from guard.#T3#
Touchard working a defensive guard but Tiote manages to pass into side control anyway.
Tiote has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Touchard tries to buck Tiote off but Tiote is having none of it.
Tiote scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Touchard to see if he's OK.
Touchard is trying to get back to half guard.
Tiote cracks Touchard with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Touchard manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Touchard taking some punishment here, with Tiote in his half guard.
Tiote wants to take a breather but Touchard is having none of it. #T4#
Tiote prevents Touchard from improving his position.
Touchard has hold of Tiote's hands but Tiote slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Touchard is not content to let Tiote control the position.
Tiote takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Tiote trying to control the pace.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Tiote lands a nice short elbow.
Touchard gets back to full guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tiote is pushing down on Touchard's leg trying to pass to half guard. Touchard is fighting to maintain full guard but Tiote has managed to sneak the leg through.
Touchard is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Tiote's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Tiote's back!
And that's the end of the fight!
Feihck Tiote comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Tiote 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Feihck Tiote!
After the big win, Feihck Tiote made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Riner Clothing and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
IFC MW 24 Kirby VS Touchard
Date: Apr 25, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Tiote shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Sainty napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Sainty has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Sainty prevents Tiote from improving position.
Sainty tries to bench press Tiote off him but Tiote keeps the position.
Tiote grinds an elbow into Sainty's temple.
Sainty sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tiote landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #ROC2#
Sainty is rocked!
Well, if Tiote 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.
Tiote moves nicely into side control.
Sainty tries to improve position but can't.
Sainty being controlled for a moment. #T1#
Tiote in side control lands a decent elbow.
Tiote wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sainty keeps working.
Tiote tries to move to mount but Sainty blocks the move with his legs.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Sainty gets back to half guard.
Nice strikes from Tiote there. #T2#
Tiote content to control rather than advance.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Tiote passes to full mount!
Tiote looking to control and managing it successfully.
Sainty is in all sorts of trouble here.
Sainty really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Tiote tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Sainty sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T3#
Sainty taking some punishment here, with Tiote in his half guard.
Tiote working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Tiote is keen to just control but Sainty is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Tiote is looking to control the position but Sainty frees his trapped leg and locks up an armbar from the bottom! It looks tight! Tiote grimaces and holds on for a second but is forced to tap or have his arm broken! Slick Jiu Jitsu from Sainty there - Tiote really paying for some sloppy defensive work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Daniel Sainty!
Daniel Sainty really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that IniTech Nutrition logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
IFC MW21 Island V Sainty
Date: Apr 04, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Tiote shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Kovacevic's guard.
Tiote is in close to Kovacevic's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Tiote slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Kovacevic tries to bench press Tiote off him but Tiote keeps the position.
Tiote cracks Kovacevic with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Kovacevic is being controlled here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Tiote is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Kovacevic is trying to escape and Tiote transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Kovacevic is forced to tap! Nice work there by Tiote! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Feihck Tiote!
Feihck Tiote took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Riner Clothing for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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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:
PFF 13 - Sanchez vs Steve
Date: Dec 23, 2017 |
#R1#
Tiote dives in and grabs Rostov's left leg, looking for a takedown. Rostov pushes down on Tiote's head and hops out.#TD2#
Rostov fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Tiote to the ground. Rostov is now in Tiote's guard.
Rostov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Rostov advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Rostov seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Tiote has recovered full guard.
Rostov is stalling in the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rostov won't allow Tiote to get back to his feet. #T1#
Rostov trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Tiote is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Rostov stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Tiote has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Rostov manages to get his head free but now Tiote has transitioned to an armbar! Rostov grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Tiote! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Feihck Tiote!
Feihck Tiote retains his lightweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Feihck Tiote thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
PFF 8 - Steve vs Crusher
Date: Nov 18, 2017 |
#R1#
Tiote fails with the takedown
and Etxeberria counters with a nice uppercut.
Tiote misses with a takedown attempt
and Tiote takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #TD2#
Tiote feints and as Etxeberria raises his hands in defense, Tiote changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tiote postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Tiote scoring with punches to the head and body.
Tiote trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Etxeberria is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Etxeberria 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.
Etxeberria 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Etxeberria is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Tiote dives into side control.
Tiote controls the position.
Tiote is looking to take a break and control but Etxeberria is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Etxeberria is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#T1##SUB2#
Tiote is trying to get an arm triangle but Etxeberria is defending well.
Etxeberria is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Tiote is working to tighten his grip on Etxeberria's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Etxeberria has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Tiote is really squeezing tight and eventually Etxeberria passes out! Tiote breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Feihck Tiote!
Feihck Tiote is the new lightweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Feihck Tiote thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
The defeated Kemen Etxeberria had this to say: 'You all saw what happened there, and everyone with any brains knows I deserve a rematch!'.
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Event:
Bear Brawl 8
Date: Sep 30, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Tiote throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Diaz tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Tiote is in Diaz's guard.
Tiote throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tiote landing some decent shots from guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Tiote'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.
Tiote throwing strikes but missing.
Tiote throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Tiote controlling from the top position.
Tiote 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiote wants to pass the guard but Diaz is keeping the position.#T1#
Tiote landing with the ground and pound.
Tiote scoring with some ground and pound.
Diaz keeping full guard, as Tiote tries to pass.
Tiote working some strikes from top position.
Diaz looks winded!
Tiote working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Tiote slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Tiote's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Tiote working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Diaz's head.#T2#
Tiote content to stall in guard here.
Tiote is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Tiote is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Diaz wants to improve his position but instead Tiote has moved into half guard.
#T3#
Ground and pound from Tiote.
Diaz on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
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. Tiote connects with a nice short shot to Diaz's temple.
Tiote lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #ROC#
Diaz is rocked!#SUB#
Tiote is looking for a kimura but Diaz is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Tiote to get the leverage.
Diaz is still in real trouble! Can Tiote finish him?
Nice strikes from Tiote there. #T4##SUB#
Tiote is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Diaz is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Tiote scores with a couple of nice shots.
Tiote working the head and body with strikes.
Diaz is looking to control Tiote's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Diaz avoid being mounted?
Diaz seems to have recovered his senses.
Tiote lands with a punch from half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tiote trying to control the pace.
Diaz has hold of Tiote's hands but Tiote slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Feihck Tiote 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##TD#
Tiote lands a huge takedown. Diaz is out but the ref is slow to react and Tiote lands 3 more undefended punches before the fight is stopped. Brutal finish. Diaz lies on the canvas for a good minute before the doctors bring him round. Good to see he's OK.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Feihck Tiote!
Feihck Tiote thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 04, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Tiote shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Thompson wants to control but Tiote is keeping busy and won't allow it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiote drops an elbow to the side of Thompson's head. #SUB2#
Thompson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Tiote is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Thompson has managed to free his arm - good work. #T1##SUB#
Tiote is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Thompson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Tiote.
Tiote with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Ground and pound from Tiote.
Thompson trying to control here.
Tiote slips a nice elbow through Thompson's hands, connecting with Thompson's forehead.#T2#
Tiote seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB#
Tiote is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Thompson defends it well.
Ground and pound from Tiote.
We've been hearing good reports from Tiote's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Tiote is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Tiote tries to pass to full mount but Thompson defends it.
Nice strikes from Tiote there.
Tiote content to control rather than advance. #T3#
Thompson wants to get back to full guard but Tiote has mounted him!
Tiote punishing his opponent with strikes.
Tiote looking to control and managing it successfully.
Tiote raining down hammerfists from mount.
Tiote content just to control the position here.
Thompson can't escape the position.
Thompson looks winded!#T4#
Tiote landing shots from mount.
Tiote looking to control and managing it successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tiote'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.
Tiote landing shots from mount.
Tiote lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Thompson hang on?
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thompson is looking to get to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tiote connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Tiote connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Tiote is in the full mount, landing strikes. #ROC#
Thompson is rocked!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Feihck Tiote dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Tiote feints and as Thompson raises his hands in defense, Tiote changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Tiote working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Thompson is trying to keep Tiote in close.
Tiote with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Tiote is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Tiote chips away with some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Tiote avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Tiote's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Thompson is breathing heavily.#T1#
Tiote chips away with some ground and pound.
Tiote looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Tiote landing some decent shots from guard.
Tiote content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Feihck Tiote overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Tiote is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Tiote has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Tiote landing with the ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tiote is stalling in the full guard.
Tiote works over Thompson with some ground and pound from guard.
Tiote working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Thompson's head.
Tiote stands up over Thompson, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Thompson can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Tiote controls the pace.#T3#
Tiote forces his way into half guard.#SUB#
Tiote maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Thompson could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Tiote has cracked it and Thompson is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Tiote!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Feihck Tiote!
Feihck Tiote 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: Aug 01, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Tiote shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #ES2#
Thompson manages to escape and get back to his feet.
#TD#
Tiote scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Tiote is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Tiote working over Thompson with some ground and pound. Thompson looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Thompson taking some punishment here, with Tiote in his half guard.
Tiote working the head and body with strikes.
Tiote lands with a punch from half guard.
Tiote not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Tiote slips a nice elbow through Thompson's hands, connecting with Thompson's forehead.
Tiote looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB#
Tiote is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Thompson is in trouble now - Tiote has advanced to mount! #T1#
Thompson is wriggling around trying to escape.
Thompson looks winded!
Tiote scoring with strikes but Thompson is staying in there.
Tiote lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Thompson hang on?
Tiote controlling from mount.
Tiote scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Thompson?
Tiote pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tiote content just to control the position here.
Thompson taking shots to the head.
BOOM! Tiote connects with a massive shot to the dome!
#ROC#
Thompson is rocked!#T2#
Tiote lands a big shot to the head and Thompson winces in pain. He's tapped out due to strikes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Feihck Tiote!
An out of breath Feihck Tiote 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 22, 2017 |
#R1#
Tiote shoots and misses
and Park counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#
It looks like Feihck Tiote has been cut.
Park lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Park lands with a nice body punch.
Tiote shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Park counters with a nice body shot. #TD#
Tiote looking to score a takedown here. Park is defending well but Tiote drives through and ends up in Park's guard.
Tiote wants to control from the top but Park keeps moving.
Tiote missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Tiote throwing strikes but missing.
Park keeping full guard, as Tiote tries to pass.
Tiote postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T1#
Tiote slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Tiote is looking to work some ground and pound but Park has wrist control.
Tiote throws a big elbow that misses.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Tiote throwing strikes but missing.
Park avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Tiote looking to pass the guard.
Tiote throws a big elbow that misses.
Park utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Tiote throws an elbow that misses. Park uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Tiote's guard. Nice move by Park!#REVB##T2#
Park 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.
Tiote looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Tiote looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Tiote holds on and takes a little breather. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Tiote is defended easily by Park.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Feihck Tiote. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Park works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Tiote with a lazy takedown attempt
and Park counters with a nice uppercut.
Park displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Tiote.
Nice cross by Park.#T4##TD#
Park gets caught flat footed, as Tiote shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Park keeping moving, preventing Tiote from controlling successfully.
Park working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Tiote.
Park bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Tiote's guard. #REVB#
Park is fighting to break Tiote's control of his arms but Tiote is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Park is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tiote looking to hit a scissor sweep but Park is one step ahead there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Travis Park dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Feihck Tiote's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Tiote has his takedown stuffed
and Park counters with a left to the body.
Tiote shoots in for a takedown but Park shows good takedown defense.
Park let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#TD#
Tiote shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Park keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Park is looking to control Tiote's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Park avoid being mounted?
Tiote not landing any meaningful shots this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tiote thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Still in half guard, Tiote seems content to control.
Tiote sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Park defending well though. #T1#
Tiote wants to free his trapped foot but Park is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Tiote missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Tiote thows a huge punch but Park dodges it nicely.
Park blocking the ground and pound attempt from Tiote.
Tiote missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Tiote missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Tiote throws a strike but Park avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Tiote working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Tiote throws a strike but Park rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Tiote wants to stand but Park is controlling the position.
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.
Tiote seems keen to control Park's posture.#T2#
Park stops Tiote from standing up.
Tiote on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Tiote tries to get out of the position.
Tiote wants to sweep here but Park controlling him for the moment.
Tiote keeping moving, preventing Park from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Tiote misses with a takedown attempt
and Park cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Feihck Tiote. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Tiote darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Tiote not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T3#
Tiote sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Park defending well though.
Park has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Tiote throwing shots but Park is blocking nicely.
Tiote thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Park's head.
Park is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Tiote scores with a couple of nice shots.
Tiote working over Park with some ground and pound. Park looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Tiote thows a huge punch but Park dodges it nicely.
Tiote sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Park defending well though.
Tiote trying to control the pace.
Tiote misses with a head shot. Park uses the momentum to regain guard. #T4#
Tiote with a flurry of punches that miss.
Tiote throwing strikes from guard but Park blocks nicely.
Tiote lands a couple of elbows.
Tiote throws a big right hand that misses.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Tiote trying to control the position from guard on top but Park is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Park avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Feihck Tiote dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Feihck Tiote's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Tiote has his takedown stuffed
and Park counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Tiote fails with the takedown.
Feihck Tiote is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Park dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Tiote pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Park unleashes a big counter combination but Tiote bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
A shot to the liver by Park. Beautiful body shot.
Tiote misses with a takedown
and Park counters with a stiff right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Feihck Tiote. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Park connects with the punch.
Park scores with a one two! Tiote had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Tiote misses with a takedown
and Park counters with a lovely shot to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Tiote misses with a takedown attempt
letting Park counter with a right hand. #ROC2#
Tiote is rocked!
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Tiote misses with a takedown attempt
and Park counters with a crisp right that sends Tiote to the canvas! Park follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:07 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Travis Park!
Travis Park 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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