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Event:
C175: Dixon vs Xiaodong
Date: Mar 19, 2023 |
#R1# Silva moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination. Silva throws a lazy head kick and Ribbit makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick. Silva connects with a high kick. Ribbit takes a swing at Silva's ribcage but misses. Silva is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. Ribbit swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Silva cracks Ribbit with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Ribbit throws a big shot that misses. Silva lands a head kick!
Silva punishes Ribbit's body with a nice straight punch. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Ribbit is looking to land body kicks. Silva connects with a high kick. Ribbit blocks a head kick by Silva.
Ribbit loads up on a big right hand but Silva slips the punch. Silva scores with a head kick.
Good standup being displayed there by Silva as he connects with a hook.#ROC2#Ribbit is rocked! Ribbit jabbing away but nothing is landing. Oh Ribbit is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Ribbit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ribbit seems to have got his legs back now. That kick from Ribbit tenderised Silva's leg. Silva is trying to keep his angry face on.#T1# Jab from Silva. Silva ducks under a wild hook from Ribbit. Silva misses with a head kick.
Ribbit lands a slapping body shot.
Silva walks forward, straight into a front kick from Ribbit. Silva tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ribbit swats him away and circles back towards the center. Silva misses with a series of wild punches.
Silva uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ribbit. Despite the aggression on Silva's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Good shot there by Ribbit. Silva throws a sloppy head kick and Ribbit moves out of range easily. Ribbit looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger. Ribbit throws a jab but it's blocked by Silva. Silva is looking for the big counter here. Silva throws a head kick that Ribbit semi-blocks.
Silva tries to clinch but Ribbit is having none of it. Silva stalks Ribbit and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Ribbit's face. Ribbit staggers backwards, shaken. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Ribbit throws an overhand right that lands on Silva's shoulder, as Silva tries to avoid the shot. Silva throws a head kick but Ribbit moves out of range.
#T2# Silva moves out of range of the leg kick from Ribbit. Silva goes for a high kick. It partially lands. Silva 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. Silva looks to clinch and Ribbit counters with a lovely straight right hand! Silva throws a sloppy head kick and Ribbit moves out of range easily. Silva moves out of range as Ribbit throws a body kick.
Ribbit takes a kick to the side of the head. Silva ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. A looping hook to the body misses from Ribbit. Silva does a little dance to reset his feet. Silva slips under a jab from Ribbit. Ribbit throws a jab when Silva was well out of range. Silva throws a nice head kick!
Silva scores with a one two! Ribbit had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. Silva lands a two punch combo.
The fighters circle, before Silva throws a beautiful high kick that crashes into Ribbit's neck, sending him stumbling to the floor! Silva lands more strikes and forces a referee stoppage! That one ended in an instant!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick & Punches). Shogun Silva! |
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C168: White vs Farfan
Date: Feb 26, 2023 |
#R1# Ribbit tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. A shot to the body from Ribbit misses and Menday counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Frog Ribbit has been cut. Ribbit misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Menday cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Menday moves out of range as Ribbit strikes. Ribbit lands a head shot. Ribbit throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Menday makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Menday lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Ribbit throws the left hand but Menday avoids the punch easily. Ribbit takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Menday bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Ribbit uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Menday has time to react. 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! Ribbit darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T1# Ribbit throws a lazy uppercut
and Menday counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Menday goes for a small jab and connects. Now Menday goes in closer pressing the issue. Left hook, right straight! Ribbit stumbles back but Menday runs in with a huge uppercut knocking Ribbit to the ground! What a finish! You have to wonder if Ribbit will ever be the same after a knockout like that.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Adams Menday! During a confident post fight interview, Adams Menday thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 204
Date: Nov 16, 2022 |
#R1# A shot to the liver by Ribbit. Beautiful body shot. A cross from Ribbit lands. Donk. Ribbit catches Robinson right on the button with a cross. Ribbit waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Robinson. A swing and a miss from Ribbit. Ribbit misses with a body kick. Ribbit takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Ribbit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Robinson.
Ribbit misses with a shot to the body and Robinson counters with a nice body shot. #KD2# Robinson feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Ribbit sprawling to the canvas! Ribbit rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Robinson finish him?!
#ROC2#Ribbit is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Frog Ribbit has been cut. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Ribbit throws a poor cross that misses
and Robinson counters with a right hand from hell and Ribbit is out cold! A vicious knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). CJ Robinson! |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 194
Date: Oct 15, 2022 |
#R1# Ribbit misses with a wild body shot. #CL2# Nogueira clinches up with Ribbit and pushes him back against the cage. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nogueira creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Nogueira landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
A left hand lands to the body for Nogueira .
Nogueira throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Ribbit blocks it with crossed arms. Nogueira tries a knee to the head but Ribbit blocks it.
Ribbit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Nogueira blocks a body shot from Ribbit. Nogueira fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Nogueira tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Ribbit avoids it. Nogueira creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Nogueira missing with knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nogueira lands a body shot in the clinch.
Ribbit lands a nice uppercut. Nogueira landing knees to the body.
Ribbit is breathing heavily. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Ribbit blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Nogueira landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Nogueira lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ribbit.#T1# Nogueira lands with a left to the head. Nogueira lands a hook that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. Nogueira lands an elbow just above Ribbit 's eye. #CUT2#It looks like Frog Ribbit has been cut. Nogueira missing with knees to the body.
Ribbit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Nogueira throws a knee to the head but misses.
Nogueira throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbit. Nogueira tries to land a knee to the head but Ribbit blocks with his arms.
Nogueira lands with a light punch inside. Nogueira lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. Nogueira misses with a knee strike.
Ribbit is looking to break free of the clinch but Nogueira has double underhooks. Nogueira scores with a nice hook to the head. Ribbit tries to circle away but Nogueira has him pinned against the cage. A head punch blocked on the inside by Ribbit. Nogueira lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Ribbit dodges an elbow strike from Nogueira .
Nogueira lands a body punch in the clinch. Nogueira digs a right hand into Ribbit's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ribbit's gas tank. #T2# Ribbit blocks the elbow strike.
Nogueira blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ribbit avoids a wild elbow strike from Nogueira . Nogueira misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Ribbit.
Ribbit avoids a wild elbow strike from Nogueira . Nogueira lands on the inside with an uppercut. Ribbit lands a nice uppercut. Ribbit blocks a body shot from Nogueira . Nogueira scores with a hook to the body. Nogueira misses with a knee to the head. Nogueira lands a shot to the body. A right handed body shot lands from Nogueira .
Nogueira lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. Nogueira with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. Nogueira lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ribbit or not. Knees in the clinch landing for Nogueira .
Nogueira gets through Ribbit's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Nogueira digs a right hand underneath Ribbit's ribcage. Ribbit let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T3# Nogueira lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Nogueira crunches a lovely knee into Ribbit's ribcage. Ribbit takes a shot to the head. Nogueira with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Nogueira lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. Nogueira lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. A nice left hand lands by Nogueira .
Nogueira lands a left hand.
Nogueira blocks a body shot from Ribbit. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Nogueira creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #ROC2#Ribbit is rocked! Ribbit blocks the elbow strike.
Oh Ribbit is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Nogueira looks to throw an elbow but misses. Ribbit seems to have got his legs back now. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Nogueira creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #BC# Ribbit manages to break the clinch.
Frog Ribbit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Nogueira looks for a left high kick but can't connect. Nogueira backs up to catch a breather... no he lunges forward with a huge flying knee that smacks Ribbit's temple! It sends Ribbit violently to the canvas! The crowd goes nuts as Nogueira celebrates and the doctors try to help Ribbit!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Flying Knee). Anderson Nogueira ! |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 183
Date: Sep 17, 2022 |
#R1# A head kick from Ecker lands but Ribbit takes it in his stride. #CUT2#It looks like Frog Ribbit has been cut. Ribbit takes a swing at Ecker's ribcage but misses. Ribbit throws a chopping leg kick but Ecker manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Ribbit walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Ribbit moves out of range of the body kick. Ribbit is looking to land body kicks. A jab from Ribbit misses. Donk. Ribbit catches Ecker right on the button with a cross. Ecker 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. Ribbit scores with a sloppy right hand. Ecker should have avoided that one. #KD# Ribbit feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Ecker sprawling to the canvas! Ecker rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Ribbit finish him?!
#ROC#Ecker is rocked! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. A leg kick checked by Ribbit. A swing and a miss from Ribbit. Ecker connects with a right hand. Ribbit shakes it off. Ribbit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ecker was well out of range. Poor timing from Ribbit. Ribbit darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Ribbit buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Frog Ribbit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1##KD# Ribbit feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Ecker sprawling to the canvas! Ecker rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Ribbit finish him?!
Ecker is still on wobbly legs! Can Ribbit finish him? Ecker stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. A left lands for Ecker. Ecker seems to have recovered his senses. Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Ribbit! Ecker is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Frog Ribbit! Frog Ribbit thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 169
Date: Aug 10, 2022 |
#R1# Ribbit just misses with a punch to the body.
Wieczorek tries to counter with a clinch but Ribbit shakes him off and moves away. Wieczorek avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Wieczorek looks like he wants to counter punch here. Lukasz Wieczorek seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. A big right from Ribbit misses. Ribbit moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Ribbit misses with a body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Wieczorek misses the target. Ribbit throws a low kick but it's checked well by Wieczorek. Wieczorek looks to throw the jab but Ribbit is out of range. It looked like Ribbit was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Wieczorek. Ribbit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Wieczorek was well out of range. Poor timing from Ribbit. Nice shot lands for Wieczorek. Ribbit throws a body punch but Wieczorek moves out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ribbit works Wieczorek's body with a nice hook. Wieczorek punishes Ribbit's body with a nice straight punch. Ribbit slips under a jab from Wieczorek. Wieczorek lands a really nice looking cross but Ribbit seems unphased.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Wieczorek misses with a hook. Ribbit ducked under it nicely. #T1# Ribbit throws an off balance right hand
and Wieczorek counters with a nice uppercut. Wieczorek catches Ribbit with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#ROC2#Ribbit is rocked! Ribbit takes a jab right on the kisser.
Oh Ribbit is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Ribbit throws a hook but Wieczorek avoids it easily.#CL2# Wieczorek closes the distance and clinches. Ribbit seems to have got his legs back now. Wieczorek blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Wieczorek lands with a short shot to the head. #BC2# Wieczorek pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Wieczorek drops Ribbit with a straight right hand, right on the button! Wieczorek follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lukasz Wieczorek! Lukasz Wieczorek decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CFC 499: Tiotio v Riker
Date: Jul 10, 2022 |
#R1# Ribbit feints and then cracks Troeng's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Troeng down. Ribbit throws a poor cross that misses
and Troeng counters with a straight right hand. Troeng looks to land a combination but Ribbit avoids it well. #CL# The fight moves into the clinch position. Troeng tries a knee to the head but Ribbit blocks it.
Ribbit misses with a hook from the clinch. Troeng with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Ribbit lands a nice uppercut. Ribbit tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Troeng's elbow. #BC2# Ribbit breaks the clinch.
Troeng tries to clinch up but Ribbit circles away and keeps his distance. Troeng throws a good cross that connects.
#CL# Troeng fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Ribbit, pushing him back against the cage. We've been informed that Ribbit has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. Troeng throws a knee to the head but misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Troeng blocks a body shot from Ribbit. Troeng tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Troeng blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A hook to the body from Ribbit.
#T1# Troeng throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Ribbit blocks it with crossed arms. Troeng lands on the inside with an uppercut. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ribbit. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ribbit creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Ribbit struggles to land a body shot inside as Troeng controls his hands.
Ribbit stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Troeng is pushing Ribbit up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. Ribbit fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC# Troeng breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A lazy left from Ribbit finds it's target. The fight stays on the outside here - Troeng looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#CL# Troeng has Ribbit up against the cage in a clinch.
Troeng missing with knees to the body.
#T2# Ribbit swings wildly with an uppercut but Troeng uses good head movement to avoid it. A head punch blocked on the inside by Troeng. Ribbit misses with a short punch on the inside. Troeng with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Troeng misses with a knee strike.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Ribbit misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ribbit throws a punch but it's blocked by Troeng. Ribbit avoids a wild elbow strike from Troeng. Ribbit struggles to land a body shot inside as Troeng controls his hands.
#BC2# Ribbit breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A combination from Troeng does no damage. Ribbit scores with a body shot.
Ribbit scores with a crisp jab that stopped Troeng in his tracks. Ribbit and Troeng are patiently standing in front of each other looking for an opening. Ribbit throws a head kick. It's landed, knocking Troeng into next week! Ooooh that was huge! Ribbit knows it - he's on the cage flexing is biceps. That's a bit weird considering he won by kick but whatever.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Frog Ribbit! A relieved looking Frog Ribbit thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
SMASH: Water vs Dankovic
Date: May 21, 2022 |
#R1# Ribbit misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Dungey counters with a leg kick. Ribbit lands the left hand. Ribbit misses with a low kick as Dungey jumps back. Ribbit misses with a hook to the body
and Dungey counters with a nice uppercut. Ribbit takes a swing at Dungey's ribcage but misses. Ribbit lands with a right hand. Ribbit misses with a looping right.#KD# Oooooh!!! Dungey has knocked Ribbit down with a huge combo! Dungey steps away and waves a wobbly Ribbit back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#Ribbit is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Frog Ribbit has been cut. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Dungey sees an opening and throws a straight punch right through Ribbit's defenses. It connects perfectly with Ribbit's jaw and knocks him out cold! Wow - that's a contender for knockout of the year - absolutely brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Eric Dungey! After winning the bout, Eric Dungey 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:
SMASH: Johnson vs McDonald 2
Date: Apr 29, 2022 |
#R1# Ribbit lands the left hand. Lomax with a body punch. A glancing blow. Ribbit takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Lomax throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. Crunch! Lomax slams his shin into Ribbit's torso. Ribbit fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Lomax looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Lomax throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ribbit motions for Lomax to come forward. Ribbit throws a leg kick but it misses it's target. Lomax misses with a body shot
and Ribbit counters with a nice uppercut. A big left from Ribbit misses. A nice inside leg kick there by Ribbit. That's going to slow Lomax down. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Lomax throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lomax staying out of range there. Lomax throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body. Ribbit finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Ribbit throws a leg kick but Lomax checks it. Ribbit misses with a body shot
and Lomax counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1# Lomax smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Lomax looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Lomax lands with a nice body kick. Ribbit looks to throw the jab but Lomax is out of range. Lomax works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Ribbit has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Lomax finds it's way round the side to connect with Ribbit's head. #CL# Ribbit gets tackled into the cage by Lomax. Lomax maintains the clinch. Ribbit lands an uppercut.#BC2# Ribbit breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Ribbit throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Ribbit misses with a hook. Lomax scores with a jab to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Lomax uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ribbit.#CL# The fight moves into the clinch position. Ribbit throws a head punch that misses. #T2# Ribbit misses with some punches.
Lomax scores with a shot to the side of Ribbit's head. Ribbit misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lomax tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Lomax trying to land knees to the body.
Lomax misses with a knee strike.
A short left from Lomax. Lomax misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lomax blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Lomax obliges. Lomax utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. Ribbit looks winded!#KD# Lomax drops Ribbit with a big knee straight up the middle! Ribbit is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet! #CUT#It looks like Frog Ribbit has been cut. Lomax scores with a kick to the body.
#CL# Lomax has Ribbit up against the cage in a clinch.
Ribbit has a couple of punches blocked by Lomax.
#T3# Still in the clinch, Ribbit scores with a nice short uppercut. Lomax cracks Ribbit with a nice body shot. Lomax lands with a light punch inside. Lomax gets through Ribbit's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Lomax with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. Lomax lands with a light punch inside. #ROC#Ribbit is rocked! Lomax working some nice short punches in the clinch. Ribbit is still on wobbly legs! Can Lomax finish him? A short left from Lomax. A hook to the body from Lomax.
Ribbit seems to have recovered his senses. Lomax lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. Ribbit avoiding damage as Lomax throws knees to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Lomax works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Knees to the body from Lomax.
Lomax misses with a knee to the head. Lomax lands a shoulder strike. Lomax throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ribbits head. Lomax digs a right hand into Ribbit's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ribbit's gas tank. #T4# An uppercut to the body lands inside from Lomax. #KD# Lomax drops Ribbit with a big knee straight up the middle! Ribbit is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet! Lomax lands with a shot to the body. #CL# Lomax closes the distance and clinches. Lomax works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Lomax takes control of his opponent's neck and spins him into the cage. Ribbit is off balance and as he stumbles, Lomax throws a jumping knee that lands flush on Ribbit's chin, knocking him out cold! Oh my word - what a knockout! Definitely one for his highlight reel! If he ever decides to rob a bank and run off to Morocco, that moment is defintely worthy of a tacky mural!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). Vincent Lomax! A determined Vincent Lomax didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it! |
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Event:
SMASH: Borgia vs Kurri
Date: Apr 08, 2022 |
#R1# Ribbit lands a glancing blow to the side of Edwards's head.#CUT2#It looks like Ife Edwards has been cut. A telegraphed right hand from Ribbit misses the target. A looping hook to the body misses from Edwards. Ribbit does a little dance to reset his feet. Ribbit misses the shot to the body. Edwards swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Ribbit lets loose with a powerful body kick. Edwards will feel that in the morning. Ribbit takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Edwards misses with a straight right. Ribbit tries a quick counter leg kick but Edwards is wise to it. Edwards throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ribbit sees it coming and avoids it easily. Ribbit looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Ribbit misses with a shot to the body and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick. Edwards throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ribbit sees it coming and avoids it easily. Edwards throws a hook to the side of Ribbit's head but Ribbit sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Some bone on bone action there as Ribbit checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Ribbit cracks Edwards with a right hand to the side of the head. Edwards ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T1# Edwards scores with a nice strike. Ribbit dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Edwards keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Edwards is looking to counter punch. Ribbit walks into a stiff left hand from Edwards. Edwards lands with an uppercut that bounces Ribbit off the cage and back into range. Ribbit misses with a hook. Ribbit swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Edwards. Edwards uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ribbit.
An inside leg kick from Edwards misses. We've been informed that Ribbit has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result. Edwards ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Ribbit displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Edwards throws out the jab. #T2# Ribbit drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. A jab from Ribbit misses. Ribbit wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Edwards staying out of range there. Ribbit uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Edwards. Ribbit misses with a body punch
and Edwards counters with a nice leg kick. Ribbit swings for the body but Edwards moves out of range.
Ribbit misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Edwards counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Edwards moves away from the strike by Ribbit. Ribbit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ribbit throws an off balance right hand
and Edwards counters with a nice body shot. Ribbit digs a good hook to Edwards's body.
#T3# Ribbit with a nice calf kick. Frog Ribbit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Ribbit punishes Edwards's body with a nice straight punch. Edwards doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Edwards cracks Ribbit with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Edwards throws a leg kick which misses Ribbit's front leg but catches the back leg as Ribbit tries to avoid it. Ribbit throws a shot to the body.
Edwards slips a straight right by Ribbit. Ribbit's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Edwards connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ribbit scrambles back to his feet. Edwards misses with a wild body shot. Ribbit gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Edwards jabbing away but nothing is landing. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ribbit! But no joy.#T4# Ribbit drops his hands momentarily and Edwards takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Ribbit throws an ugly left hook that misses
#KD# and Edwards counters with a crisp right hand that drops Ribbit! Edwards lets Ribbit back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#Ribbit is rocked! Edwards throws a hook to the side of Ribbit's head but Ribbit sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Ribbit is still on wobbly legs! Can Edwards finish him? A slow jab from Edwards misses its intended target. A telegraphed right hand from Ribbit misses the target. A quick step to the side and Edwards tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Ribbit seems to have recovered his senses. Edwards uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ribbit.
Ribbit swings widly with a right hand
#KD# and Edwards counters with a crisp right hand that drops Ribbit! Edwards lets Ribbit back up to his feet, looking for a finish! Edwards uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ribbit. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Ribbit throws a leg kick but Edwards moved away. Edwards throws an overhand right that drops Ribbit like a sack of potatoes! Edwards dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ife Edwards! After the big win, Ife Edwards made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Conviction and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
SMASH: McCarty vs Dankovich
Date: Mar 04, 2022 |
#R1# Decent striking displayed by Ribbit there.#CUT#It looks like Eric Dungey has been cut. Ribbit connects with a crisp jab. Ribbit throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Ribbit swings for the body but Dungey moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Dungey on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Ribbit works Dungey's body with a nice hook. Ribbit displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Dungey throws out the jab. Dungey looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Ribbit misses with a straight left. Ribbit scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#KD# Ribbit drops Dungey with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Dungey looks back up at him and smiles so Ribbit waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC#Dungey is rocked! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Dungey is holding his hands too far apart here. Ribbit throws a hard, straight punch right down the pipe and BOOM! Dungey is out! That punch landed square on the jaw - what a shot!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Frog Ribbit! A victorious Frog Ribbit 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:
SMASH: Sonni vs Torsten
Date: Feb 18, 2022 |
#R1# Ribbit misses with a hook to the body
and Klose counters with a lovely shot to the body. We've been told by Klose's head coaches at JAG Battle Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. Klose uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ribbit.
Klose walks into a jab.#CUT2#It looks like Heinrich Klose has been cut. Ribbit fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Klose is out of range. Ribbit scores with a punch to the head. Ribbit jabs at Klose's body. Klose on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Klose takes one on the button. Klose throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ribbit sees it coming and avoids it easily. Frog Ribbit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Ribbit connects with a looping right hand.
#CUT2#Heinrich Klose's cut is getting worse. This has been an exciting period of action! A clash of legs there as Klose blocks the low kick. Klose ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ribbit moves away. A solid body kick from Ribbit. Ribbit swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1# Ribbit connects with a leg kick. An inside leg kick lands from Ribbit. Ribbit lands a slapping body shot.
Ribbit takes a swing at Klose's ribcage but misses. A shot to the body from Ribbit misses and Klose counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Ribbit throws a hook but Klose blocks it. Klose misses with a hook. Klose checks the leg kick. A looping hook to the body misses from Ribbit. Klose does a little dance to reset his feet. Ribbit throws a body kick despite being completely out of range and Klose counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Klose lands with an uppercut that bounces Ribbit off the cage and back into range. Ribbit connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T2# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! A decent looking cross lands there for Ribbit. Ribbit looks to score with a jab to the body but Klose is just out of range. Klose appears to be looking for a big counter. A big left from Klose misses. Klose fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Frog Ribbit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Klose keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Ribbit fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Klose manages to avoid it. Klose slips under a jab. Klose will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Ribbit feints a counter leg kick. Klose scores with the left hand. Ribbit knows he should have avoided that one. Ribbit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A clash of legs there as Klose blocks the low kick. Klose was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. A chopping leg kick lands by Ribbit. Klose is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T3# Klose connects with the punch. Ribbit throws a poor cross that misses
letting Klose counter with a right hand. A solid leg kick lands there for Ribbit.
Ribbit goes for a spinning back kick but it misses. Klose avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Klose lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Nice shot by Klose. Ribbit misses with a shot to the body and Klose counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC#Ribbit is rocked! Ribbit punishes Klose's body with a nice straight punch. Ribbit is looking to score with low kicks. Ribbit throws a leg kick but Klose sees it coming and moves out of range. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Ribbit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Klose is looking to counter punch. Ribbit lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Klose at a distance.
#T4# Crunch! Ribbit slams his shin into Klose's torso. Ribbit misses with a right hand letting Klose counter with a right hand. Klose has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Ribbit finds it's way round the side to connect with Klose's head. Klose slips a jab from Ribbit. Ribbit lands a nice shot that snaps Klose's head back.
#CUT2#Heinrich Klose's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it. Ribbit misses with a body shot.
Ribbit looks for the body kick but Klose saw that one coming. Klose was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Ribbit misses with a left hand and Klose counters with a stiff right hand. Ribbit misses with an uppercut
and Klose counters with a nice uppercut. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Klose throws a lazy right hand but Ribbit sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Klose takes a body punch but keeps moving. Klose is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. Klose with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Ribbit to score with a decent uppercut. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Frog Ribbit dominated that round. The cut man is working on Heinrich Klose's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2# A low kick from Ribbit is predictable there and Klose connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Ribbit takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Ribbit looks to throw the jab but Klose is out of range. Ribbit swings away with a body shot that misses
and Klose counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. A left lands for Klose. Ribbit is still on wobbly legs! Can Klose finish him? Ribbit with a nice cross. Ribbit seems to have recovered his senses. Klose is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. Klose looks to score with a jab to the body but Ribbit is just out of range. Ribbit defending well as Klose loads up on a big left hand. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ribbit throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land. Ribbit just misses with a punch to the body.
Klose is looking to counter punch. Klose is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range. Klose tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Ribbit is able to avoid easily. Ribbit throws a leg kick that is checked and Ribbit takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1# Ribbit slaps away a takedown attempt from Klose, before circling back to the center of the mat. Ribbit throws out a token jab with nothing on it. A little feinted left hand from Klose on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Ribbit is looking to land body kicks. Klose appears to be looking for a big counter. Ribbit throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Klose counter with a right hand. Ribbit connects with a body shot. A shot to the liver by Ribbit. Beautiful body shot. Klose swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Ribbit lands a right hook to the body.
The fighters circling - Klose throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Ribbit throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Klose counters with a lovely straight right hand! Ribbit fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Heinrich Klose is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T2# Jab from Klose. This has been an exciting period of action! Ribbit misses with a shot to the body and Klose counters with a straight right hand. Ribbit scores with a nice body kick.
Ribbit cracks Klose with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#CUT2#Jeez, Heinrich Klose's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked. Ribbit's corner calls for a 1-2. Ribbit obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Heinrich Klose's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:32 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Frog Ribbit! Our winner, Frog Ribbit, 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:
SMASH: Choke vs Sonni
Date: Jan 12, 2022 |
#R1# Ribbit throws a half hearted mid kick. Ribbit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Benn Jr was well out of range. Poor timing from Ribbit. Ribbit throws a leg kick and Benn Jr counters with a two punch combo. Ribbit misses with an attempted mid kick.
Ribbit thuds his right hand into Benn Jr's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CUT#It looks like Nigel Benn Jr has been cut. That kick from Ribbit tenderised Benn Jr's leg. Benn Jr is trying to keep his angry face on. Ribbit takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Ribbit lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. A nice combination there by Benn Jr.
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! Benn Jr chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ribbit can pounce on him.
Ribbit lands with an uppercut that bounces Benn Jr off the cage and back into range. Frog Ribbit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#KD# Ribbit cracks Benn Jr with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Ribbit has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Benn Jr to stand back up!#ROC#Benn Jr is rocked! Benn Jr with a nice calf kick. Ribbit fakes the body blow, causing Benn Jr to drop his hands! Left hook to the temple! Benn Jr goes stiff, and falls face first into the mat. Goodnight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Frog Ribbit! A very excited looking Frog Ribbit made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. In defeat, Nigel Benn Jr stepped up to the mic, saying 'ill be back'. |
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Event:
SMASH: Torsten vs Sonni
Date: Dec 08, 2021 |
#R1# Ribbit misses with a straight left. Ribbit misses with a wild body shot. Ribbit throws a body punch but Edmond moves out of range. #KD# Edmond drops Ribbit with a beautiful combination! Ribbit stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Edmond is looking for the KO!#ROC#Ribbit is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Frog Ribbit has been cut. Ribbit misses with a hook to the body
and Edmond counters with a right, left combo that wobbles Ribbit badly! Edmond follows up with a massive right hook, straight to the bridge of the nose that knocks Ribbit out cold! Oh wow, what a finish! Very reminiscent of Koscheck vs Yoshida as Edmond finished him against the cage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Rayful Edmond! An out of breath Rayful Edmond 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:
SMASH: Torsten vs Edmond
Date: Nov 05, 2021 |
#R1# Ribbit fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Sonni has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sonni there as he acknowledges the shot. Ribbit throws a hook but Sonni blocks it. A left lands for Ribbit. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Sonni. Sonni keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sonni lands a nice shot to the body.
Ribbit wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Sonni fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Ribbit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Sonni moves away. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Sonni misses with a straight left. Ribbit just misses with a punch to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ribbit. Sonni does a little dance to reset his feet. Sonni scores with a push kick. Sonni moves out of range as Ribbit throws a body kick.
Ribbit throws an off balance right hand
and Sonni counters with a leg kick. We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Sonni 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.#T1# Ribbit throws a looping overhand right but Sonni ducks down to avoid it. A nice leg kick lands there from Ribbit. A telegraphed right hand from Sonni misses the target. Sonni lands a leg kick that knocks Ribbit off balance momentarily. Frog Ribbit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Ribbit looks to throw a body kick#TD2# and Sonni counters with a nice double leg into guard. Ribbit has his feet on Sonni's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. Ribbit on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Sonni. Sonni obviously looking to wear him down.
Sonni steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ribbit. Sonni let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. This has been an exciting period of action! Ribbit misses with an uppercut. Sonni throws a body kick that misses. Ribbit thows a left - swing and a miss! Sonni throws out a loose jab but Ribbit uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2# Ribbit ducks under a wild hook from Sonni. A leg kick checked by Sonni. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Sonni, as that shot connected.
Ribbit swings widly with a right hand
and Sonni counters with a left to the body. Ribbit blocks a low kick nicely. Ribbit misses with a leg kick letting Sonni counter with a right hand. Sonni takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Ribbit lands with a straight right. Sonni didn't see that one coming. Ribbit ducks under a wild hook from Sonni. Ribbit swings away with a body shot that misses
and Sonni counters with a nice uppercut. Ribbit chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A shot to the liver by Ribbit. Beautiful body shot. Ribbit tests Sonni's chin there with a solid looking shot. Nice uppercut lands for Ribbit. That snapped Sonni's head back.
#T3##KD# Ribbit lands a big uppercut and Sonni crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Sonni looks OK. Ribbit waves Sonni back to his feet!#ROC#Sonni is rocked! Sonni on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ribbit. Ribbit obviously looking to wear him down.
#CL2# Sonni moves into range and clinches up with Ribbit. Sonni working aggressively here.
Ribbit tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sonni's elbow. Sonni tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. A short left from Ribbit. Ribbit is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Sonni scores with a hook to the body. A nice right hand lands inside from Sonni. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Sonni creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Nice body punch from Sonni - that landed with a thud.
Ribbit blocks a body shot from Sonni. Sonni misses with a hook from the clinch. Ribbit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T4# Sonni tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A nice left hand lands by Sonni.
Sonni blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ribbit. Ribbit blocks an uppercut.
Sonni misses with some punches.
Ribbit lands a body punch in the clinch. Ribbit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sonni throws a head punch that misses. Sonni working some nice short punches in the clinch. Ribbit throws a punch but it's blocked by Sonni. Sonni scores with an uppercut up the middle. Ribbit working aggressively here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Sonni lands a shot to the body. Sonni misses with a punch on the inside.
Sonni blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ribbit tries to work over Sonni's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Frog Ribbit will probably get the nod. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2# Sonni displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ribbit throws out the jab. Ribbit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Sonni was well out of range. Poor timing from Ribbit. Ribbit is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range. Ribbit doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Sonni comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Sonni uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ribbit. Sonni looks like he wants to counter punch here. Sonni throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. Sonni slips under a jab.#TD2# Sonni closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Ribbit quickly recovers to half guard. Ribbit tries to kick Sonni off in order to stand up. Sonni Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control. 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. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ribbit being controlled for a moment. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Ribbit is not content to let Sonni control the position. #T1# Sonni working away. Sonni has knee on belly momentarily but Ribbit bucks him off and regains half guard. Sonni with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Ribbit trying to control here.
Sonni slows the pace down in half guard. Ribbit has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sonni is working away from the top position though. Sonni uses his free foot to push down on Ribbit's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Ribbit. Sonni controlling from the full mount. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3# Ribbit wants to control but Sonni is having none of it. Sonni punching from mount but Ribbit doing a good job of avoiding damage. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Sonni tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #SUB2# Sonni goes for an armbar but Ribbit turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Ribbit. Ribbit postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T4# Sonni wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Ribbit missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SU# Ribbit stands and steps away. Sonni gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game. Ribbit throws a lazy head kick and Sonni counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Sonni with a nice calf kick. Ribbit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ribbit takes one on the chin but seems OK.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Ribbit with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Ribbit scores with a body shot.
Sonni slips under a jab. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Yka Sonni showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3# Ribbit swings for the body but Sonni moves out of range.
Ribbit misses with a shot to the body enabling Sonni to counter with a crisp jab. Sonni scores with a sloppy right hand. Ribbit should have avoided that one. Ribbit throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Ribbit walks into a stiff left hand from Sonni. Sonni throws a push kick but Ribbit slaps the foot to one side. Ribbit quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect. Ribbit throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sonni sees it coming and avoids it easily. Ribbit swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Ribbit tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ribbit misses with a wild body shot. Sonni keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sonni throws out a loose jab but Ribbit uses good head movement to avoid it. Ribbit slips a straight right by Sonni. A leg kick checked by Sonni.#T1# Ribbit scores with a jab to the jaw. Ribbit misses with a body shot.
Sonni with the counter takedown but Ribbit avoids it easily. Frog Ribbit is winning the standup battle so far. Ribbit moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Frog Ribbit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Ribbit with the inside leg kick. Sonni throws a quick inside leg kick. Ribbit tried to score with a low kick but Sonni checks it. Ribbit clobbers Sonni with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Sonni moves into range and connects with a jab. Ribbit lands a lovely overhand right. Ribbit is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sonni. Ribbit takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Ribbit throws a low kick but Sonni avoids it. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! A slapping body kick lands there for Sonni.#T2# Ribbit throws a leg kick and Sonni counters with a nice low kick that buckles Ribbit's knee momentarily. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Sonni paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Ribbit misses with a looping right. Ribbit backing away here, and Sonni unleashes a leg kick that just misses. Ribbit has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Ribbit there as he acknowledges the shot. Ribbit chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Sonni can pounce on him.
A slapping leg kick lands for Sonni.
Ribbit takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.#ROC2#Ribbit is rocked! Sonni misses with a straight left. Ribbit swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Oh Ribbit is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Sonni misses with an uppercut. Ribbit saw that one coming. Ribbit seems to have got his legs back now. Sonni scores with a jab to the head.
Ribbit takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Ribbit slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T3# Sonni fakes the leg kick and cracks Ribbit in the body. A chopping leg kick lands by Sonni. Ribbit throws a wild body kick that Sonni sees coming a mile off. Sonni tries a quick counter leg kick but Ribbit is wise to it. Ribbit loads up on a big right hand but Sonni slips the punch. Ribbit throws a shot from downtown. Sonni moves away and avoids it. Sonni scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Sonni connects with a crisp jab. A telegraphed right hand from Ribbit misses the target. A head kick by Ribbit misses and Sonni counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Sonni takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Sonni lands a nice shot to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ribbit. Sonni does a little dance to reset his feet.#KD2# Sonni drops Ribbit with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Ribbit looks back up at him and smiles so Sonni waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#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! Ribbit misses with a body punch
and Sonni counters with a nice uppercut. A slapping leg kick lands for Sonni.
Sonni throws an overhand right that drops Ribbit like a sack of potatoes! Sonni dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:18 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Yka Sonni! Yka Sonni decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
SMASH: Bishop vs Kruger
Date: Oct 02, 2021 |
#R1# Panayotov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ribbit. Panayotov takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Panayotov. Ribbit shrugs it off though. A low kick from Ribbit misses enabling Panayotov to counter with a crisp jab. Ribbit throws a lazy uppercut
letting Panayotov counter with a right hand. Panayotov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ribbit. Panayotov lands with a cross. Panayotov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ribbit manages to avoid it. Panayotov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ribbit digs a good body shot into Panayotov's ribs. Panayotov throws an overhand right that lands on Ribbit's shoulder, as Ribbit tries to avoid the shot. A good leg kick by Ribbit. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Ribbit throws a solid leg kick but Panayotov takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Ribbit.#T1# Panayotov 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. Ribbit cracks Panayotov with a hook to the temple - Panayotov is on wobbly legs here! Ribbit swarms him with hook after hook, landing with each one! Panayotov falls to the canvas face first and the referee dives in to stop the fight! Ribbit wins by TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Frog Ribbit! After winning the bout, Frog Ribbit 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:
SMASH: Dilbrandt vs FortyThree
Date: Aug 28, 2021 |
#R1##CL# Ribbit gets tackled into the cage by Built. Built maintains the clinch. Ribbit fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Built tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Ribbit scores with a shot to the side of Built's head. #BC# Built escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Built tries to clinch up but Ribbit circles away and keeps his distance.#CL# Built closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Ribbit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Built blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ribbit tries to throw a body punch but Built avoids it by throwing Ribbit back against the cage. #BC2# Ribbit escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ribbit digs a good hook to Built's body.
Ribbit scores with a hook to the body. Built takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. The fight stays on the outside here - Built looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Ribbit lands a jab to Built's midsection. Built has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Pound Town Athletics in the buildup to the fight. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Ribbit lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.#CUT2#It looks like Yormomza Built has been cut.#T1# Built wants to clinch and Ribbit counters with a stiff right hand. Ribbit throws a lazy right hand but Built sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#CL# The fight moves into the clinch position. Built tries to circle away but Ribbit has him pinned against the cage. Built misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A nice right hand lands inside from Ribbit. Built throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbit. Built goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ribbit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ribbit. The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. Ribbit swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Nice body punch from Built - that landed with a thud.
#T2# A shot in the inside from Ribbit. Built presses Ribbit against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Ribbit tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Built's elbow. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Built. Ribbit blocks an uppercut.
Ribbit gets through Built's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#CUT2#Yormomza Built's cut is getting worse. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Ribbit goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Built works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Built is pushing Ribbit up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. Ribbit blocks a body shot from Built. Ribbit fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ribbit throws a head punch that misses. #BC2# Ribbit breaks from the clinch.
#T3# Built wants to clinch up but Ribbit keeps it at a distance.#CL# Built moves into the clinch. Ribbit tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Built's elbow. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ribbit. Built misses with the head strike.
Ribbit blocks an uppercut.
Ribbit blocks an uppercut.
Ribbit lands with a short shot to the head. Ribbit has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Built throws a head punch that misses. Built is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Ribbit is keeping busy. Built misses with a hook from the clinch. The referee is keeping an eye on Built - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Built has a couple of punches blocked by Ribbit.
#T4# Ribbit wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Built has him pressed against the cage.#BC# Built escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Ribbit misses with an uppercut. Built saw that one coming. Built feinted there with a counter leg kick. Ribbit lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
A low kick lands for Ribbit.
Built wants to clinch. Built fails in his attempt to clinch. Ribbit comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL# Built has managed to clinch.
Ribbit is working Built over against the cage. Ribbit misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Built blocking some punches.
Built cracks Ribbit with a nice body shot.#BC2# Ribbit breaks from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Frog Ribbit dominated that round. The cut man is working on Yormomza Built's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2# Built ducks under a wild hook from Ribbit. Built swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Ribbit jabs Built to the body, keeping him at a distance. Ribbit looks to throw the jab but Built is out of range. Built tries to clinch up but Ribbit circles away and keeps his distance. Built tries to clinch but Ribbit moves out of range. #CL# Ribbit gets tackled into the cage by Built. Built maintains the clinch. A left hand lands to the body for Built.
Ribbit misses with a hook from the clinch. Ribbit swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ribbit lands with a right to the head. Built tries to work over Ribbit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC2# Ribbit breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Yormomza Built seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Built moves in looking to clinch but Ribbit pushes him off.#CL# Built instigates a clinch. Built blocks a body shot from Ribbit. Ribbit scores with a hook to the body.#T1# Built misses with a hook from the clinch. Ribbit tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Yormomza Built has scored more points in the clinch so far. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ribbit. Built tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Good body shot from Ribbit.
Ribbit working some nice short punches in the clinch. Ribbit prevents a body shot from Built. Ribbit scores with a nice hook to the head. Ribbit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Built blocking some punches.
Built working aggressively here.
Ribbit lands a left hand.
Built tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Built swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ribbit misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Built misses with a punch on the inside.
#T2# Ribbit lands a right hand that snaps the head of Built backwards. Ribbit lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC2# Ribbit breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Built is looking to clinch but Ribbit is avoiding it.
Ribbit connects with a leg kick. Ribbit has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Built wants to clinch but Ribbit slips to the side and Ribbit makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Ribbit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Built was well out of range. Poor timing from Ribbit. Ribbit ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Built tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ribbit paws at him with a jab and circles away. Built takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#KD2# Ribbit lands a big uppercut and Built crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Built looks OK. Ribbit waves Built back to his feet!#ROC2#Built is rocked!#CUT2#Yormomza Built's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it. Ribbit misses with a looping left. Built tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ribbit swats him away and circles back towards the center. Ribbit throws a body kick that misses and Built counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. Ribbit lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T3# Built fails with an attempt to clinch.
Built tries to clinch there but Ribbit circles away.
Built is looking to clinch. Ribbit throws out a loose jab but Built uses good head movement to avoid it. Built tries to clinch but Ribbit moves away and Ribbit counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT2#Jeez, Yormomza Built's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked. Ribbit works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Oh Built is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Yormomza Built's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Frog Ribbit! Our winner, Frog Ribbit, 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:
SMASH: Forster vs Ribbit
Date: Jul 17, 2021 |
#R1# Ribbit misses with a body shot
enabling Torsten to counter with a crisp jab. Ribbit thuds a left hand into Torsten's body. A decent looking cross lands there for Ribbit.#CUT2#It looks like Baldur Torsten has been cut. Ribbit takes one to the side of the head.
Ribbit misses with a looping right. Torsten connects with a right hand. Ribbit shakes it off. Ribbit misses with a body punch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick. Torsten misses the shot to the body. Ribbit doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. We've been told by Torsten's head coaches at Dr Hatsumi's Clinic that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. Torsten throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Ribbit swings and misses with a shot to the body letting Torsten counter with a right hand. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Decent striking displayed by Torsten there.#CUT#It looks like Frog Ribbit has been cut. A low kick from Ribbit misses #KD# and Torsten counters with a nice right hand that sends Ribbit toppling to the canvas! Ribbit scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Torsten finish him?!#ROC#Ribbit is rocked! A solid leg kick lands there for Torsten.
Ribbit is still on wobbly legs! Can Torsten finish him?#T1# Ribbit looks up at the clock. Bad move! Torsten lands a right hand from hell, dropping Ribbit. Torsten pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:06 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Baldur Torsten! Baldur Torsten retains his light heavyweight title! Baldur Torsten 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:
SMASH: Ribbit vs Edmond
Date: Jun 12, 2021 |
#R1# Edmond lands a nice hook to Ribbit's body. Ribbit takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Ribbit connects with a solid leg kick. Ribbit misses with a body shot.
Edmond misses with a hook. Ribbit ducked under it nicely. Ribbit throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Edmond sees it coming and avoids it easily. Ribbit fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Edmond. Edmond ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ribbit moves away. Edmond tries to clinch up but Ribbit circles away and keeps his distance. Edmond with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Edmond looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. A low kick from Edmond misses and Ribbit counters with a nice body shot. Edmond has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Ribbit throws a low kick but Edmond avoids it. Ribbit throws a lazy right hand but Edmond sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. A little jabbing left from Edmond on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Edmond tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ribbit manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. And Ribbit counters with a quick kick to the body but Edmond blocks it. Edmond misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Edmond ducks under a wild hook from Ribbit. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Ribbit misses with a wild body shot. #T1# Edmond misses with an uppercut. Ribbit saw that one coming. Ribbit changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Edmond walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush. Ribbit scoring well with a low kick there.
Edmond with the inside leg kick. Ribbit on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Edmond. Edmond obviously looking to wear him down.
Edmond throws a combination that misses enabling Ribbit to counter with a crisp jab. Some wild striking there from Edmond.
Ribbit is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Ribbit showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Edmond.
A jab from Ribbit finds it's way through Edmond's defenses. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Edmond takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
#T2# Ribbit checks the leg kick nicely there.
Ribbit throws a wild body kick that Edmond sees coming a mile off. Edmond fails to land with a series of punches.
Ribbit misses with a straight left. Ribbit throws a front kick aimed at Edmond's knee but Edmond avoids it well. Edmond tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ribbit manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Ribbit tests Edmond's chin there with a solid looking shot. Ribbit fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Edmond is out of range. Edmond lands with a nice body punch. Edmond lands a jab to the head.
Edmond misses with a few strikes there.
An attempted straight right counter from Ribbit misses the target. Rayful Edmond seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2# Edmond forces Ribbit back against the cage and clinches.#BC2# Edmond breaks the clinch.
Ribbit moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Edmond lands with a nice combination. Ribbit backs away looking to recover.#CUT2#It looks like Frog Ribbit has been cut.#T3# Edmond keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ribbit. Ribbit misses with a wild body shot. #KD# Ribbit drops Edmond with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Edmond looks back up at him and smiles so Ribbit waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC#Edmond is rocked! Ribbit shakes his hands by his side, trying to relax. Edmond takes his eyes off the ball for a moment - Ribbit sees the opportunity and cracks him with a massive hook! Edmond bends double and collapses on top of himself - he's out! The crowd are going absolutely nuts! Wow, what a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Frog Ribbit! During a confident post fight interview, Frog Ribbit thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
Do you find me sadistic
Date: Nov 07, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! No joy there for Ribbit, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Ribbit is looking to clinch but Jarr is avoiding it.
A nice inside leg kick there by Ribbit. That's going to slow Jarr down. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Ribbit checks a leg kick. A nice inside leg kick there by Jarr. That's going to slow Ribbit down. Jarr walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Ribbit checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. #CL2# Ribbit has managed to clinch.
Ribbit landing knees to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Jarr fails to land. Ribbit scores with a shot to the side of Jarr's head. Jarr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jarr tries a body shot but Ribbit blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ribbit lands a nice shot to the body. Jarr tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Jarr struggles to land a body shot inside as Ribbit controls his hands.
Ribbit managing to block the knees to the body from Jarr.
Jarr can't find room to land a body shot as Ribbit controls the action.
Ribbit's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Jarr misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T1# Ribbit lands with a right to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Jami Jarr has been cut. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ribbit. Jarr misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Ribbit obliges. Jarr is breathing heavily. Ribbit misses with a body punch.
A shot in the inside from Ribbit. Ribbit dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage. Ribbit digs a right hand underneath Jarr's ribcage. Jarr let out a lung full of air as it connected. Ribbit tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Jarr avoids it. A head punch blocked on the inside by Ribbit. Ribbit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ribbit misses with a knee strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jarr. Ribbit landing knees to the head.
Ribbit with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Ribbit with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Ribbit lands a knee to the head.
Jarr avoiding damage as Ribbit throws knees to the body.
Ribbit lands with a right to the head. Jarr lands with a short shot to the head. #T2# Jarr managing to block the knees to the body from Ribbit.
Ribbit tries to land knees in the clinch but Jarr avoids the damage to the body. A quick uppercut on the inside from Jarr. Jarr scores with a shot to the side of Ribbit's head. Jarr has Ribbit pressed against the cage.
Ribbit looking to throw knees to the head but Jarr is blocking nicely.
Jarr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Jarr misses with a punch on the inside.
Ribbit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right from Jarr on the inside. Jarr lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Jarr struggles to land a body shot inside as Ribbit controls his hands.
Ribbit looking to throw knees to the head but Jarr is blocking nicely.
Jarr throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbit. A right handed body shot lands from Jarr.
Ribbit working some nice short punches in the clinch. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jarr. Jarr tries a body shot but Ribbit blocks it.
#T3# Ribbit tries to work over Jarr's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Jarr. Jarr working aggressively here.
Jarr misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Jarr fails to land. A head punch on the inside from Ribbit fails to land. Jarr struggles to land a body shot inside as Ribbit controls his hands.
A shot in the inside from Jarr. Ribbit lands with a left to the head. Ribbit keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Jarr's efforts to push away. Ribbit looking to throw knees to the head but Jarr is blocking nicely.
Jarr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Jarr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ribbit connects with a nasty looking knee right to Jarr's face.
Ribbit using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Jarr throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Jarr misses with some punches.
Jarr managing to block the knees to the body from Ribbit.
#T4# Jarr misses with a punch on the inside.
Jarr blocks a body shot from Ribbit. Jarr swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jarr tries a body shot but Ribbit blocks it.
Ribbit utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Ribbit blocks a body shot from Jarr. Jarr goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ribbit misses with a knee strike.
Ribbit throws a head punch that misses. Jarr working aggressively here.
Ribbit can't find room to land a body shot as Jarr controls the action.
Ribbit is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Jarr is defending well for now. Jarr can't find room to land a body shot as Ribbit controls the action.
Ribbit presses Jarr against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Ribbit stalls. Ribbit with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. Jarr tries a body shot but Ribbit blocks it.
Jarr blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Frog Ribbit dominated that round. The cut man is working on Jami Jarr's cut. 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# Ribbit fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#CL2# Ribbit gets in close and instigates a clinch. Ribbit utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. Ribbit using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Ribbit lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Jarr. Jarr misses with a body punch.
Jarr takes a shot to the head. A right hook to the body lands for Ribbit.
Ribbit lands a nice knee to the body. A short right hand to the side of the head by Ribbit. Ribbit lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Ribbit lands a hook that snaps the head of Jarr backwards. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Jarr on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Ribbit lands with a right to the head. Jarr has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ. Jarr tries to work over Ribbit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Ribbit lands a knee to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Ribbit has the Thai clinch. He lands a big knee to the head that stumbles Jarr - he's in trouble! Another big knee to the head from Ribbit, and another! Jarr is out on his feet - the ref jumps in to save him and ends the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knees). Frog Ribbit! After winning the bout, Frog Ribbit 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:
Cup of tea?
Date: Oct 17, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Ribbit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Jukola.
Jukola throws a lazy uppercut
and Ribbit makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Jukola. Jukola has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jukola there as he acknowledges the shot. Jukola looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Ribbit avoids the body shot from Jukola.
Ribbit lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Ribbit bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. A countering left hand to the body from Ribbit misses. Ribbit tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Jukola manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Ribbit throws a right hand that misses
and Jukola counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Jukola blocks a head kick by Ribbit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ribbit uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jukola. Ribbit tries to close the distance and clinch up but Jukola swats him away and circles back towards the center. Ribbit tries to land a front kick but Jukola steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Jukola throws a hook but Ribbit blocks it.#T1# Ribbit throws a nice looking combination but Jukola bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Jukola ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ribbit moves away. Despite the aggression on Ribbit's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Jukola misses with a hook
#CL2# and Ribbit counters by moving into the clinch. Jukola blocks a body shot from Ribbit. Jukola lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Jukola tries to work over Ribbit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Ribbit stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Ribbit holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Ribbit tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Jukola's elbow. Jukola misses with a short punch on the inside. Ribbit lands on the inside with an uppercut. Jukola blocks a body shot from Ribbit. Ribbit tries to work over Jukola's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Ribbit misses with a punch to the body.
Jukola misses with a body punch.
#T2# Ribbit struggles to land a body shot inside as Jukola controls his hands.
Jukola blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ribbit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jukola has a couple of punches blocked by Ribbit.
Ribbit lands a nice shot to the body. Jukola's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Ribbit swings wildly with an uppercut but Jukola uses good head movement to avoid it. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Ribbit throws a head punch that misses. Jukola misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ribbit goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ribbit lands a knee to the body.
Jukola swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Jukola wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Ribbit has him pressed against the cage. Ribbit scores with a knee to the head.
Jukola doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Jukola has a couple of punches blocked by Ribbit.
#T3# Jukola misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jukola. Ribbit keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Jukola's efforts to push away. Ribbit throws a knee to the head but misses.
Ribbit lands a left hand.
Jukola lands with a left to the head. Ribbit misses with a short punch on the inside. Jukola misses with a body punch.
Ribbit misses with a knee strike.
Jukola misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ribbit misses with a knee strike.
Ribbit missing with knees to the body.
Ribbit with a knee to the head.
Ribbit tries to land a knee to the head but Jukola blocks with his arms.
Ribbit has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Jukola seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Ribbit can turn it around. Ribbit connects with a knee to the head.
A short right from Ribbit on the inside. #T4# A short uppercut from Ribbit. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Ribbit landing knees to the body.
#BC# Jukola breaks the clinch.
Jukola with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Ribbit throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Ribbit is looking to clinch but Jukola is avoiding it.
A counter left hand to the body from Jukola misses its target. Ribbit connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Jukola tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ribbit was well out of range. Poor timing from Jukola. Jukola throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ribbit sees it coming and avoids it easily. Ribbit tried to score with a low kick but Jukola checks it. Ribbit tries to clinch up but Jukola circles away and keeps his distance. Ribbit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ribbit checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Frog Ribbit dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action!#R2# Jukola throws a body shot but no joy. A slow jab from Ribbit misses its intended target. Ribbit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jukola.
Jukola scores with a nice strike. Ribbit throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Ribbit scores with a hook to the body. Jukola takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Ribbit jabs Jukola to the body, keeping him at a distance. Frog Ribbit seems to be getting the better of the standup. Ribbit lands a nice hook to Jukola's body. Jukola takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #CL2# Ribbit closes the distance and clinches. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ribbit with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Jukola blocking some punches.
Ribbit with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Ribbit with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Ribbit lands with a right to the head. #T1# Ribbit lands a body punch in the clinch. Ribbit tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Jukola on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Frog Ribbit seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Jukola lands a shoulder strike. Ribbit can't find room to land a body shot as Jukola controls the action.
Ribbit using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Jukola has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Jukola lands with a left to the head. Jukola lands a body shot. Ribbit fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jukola lands an uppercut. Jukola lands a left hand.
Ribbit has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Ribbit throws a knee to the head but misses.
Ribbit blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ribbit. Ribbit tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Jukola fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T2# Ribbit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Jukola misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jukola fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ribbit lands on the inside with an uppercut. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Ribbit tries to land a knee to the head but Jukola blocks with his arms.
Ribbit misses with a punch on the inside.
Jukola tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Jukola misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC# Jukola breaks the clinch.
Ribbit keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Ribbit takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards. Ribbit tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Jukola scoring well with a low kick there.
Jukola 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. Jukola throws a front kick that sends Ribbit stumbling back into the cage.#T3# Jukola takes a swing at Ribbit's ribcage but misses. Ribbit moves in looking to clinch but Jukola pushes him off. Jukola misses with an uppercut. Ribbit saw that one coming. Ribbit tries to close the distance and clinch but Jukola swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Ribbit wants to clinch up but Jukola keeps it at a distance. Jukola looks to land a left hand but Ribbit moved out of range nicely. A looping hook to the body misses from Ribbit. Jukola does a little dance to reset his feet. Ribbit swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jukola stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Ribbit ducks under a wild hook from Jukola. Ribbit looks to score with a jab to the body but Jukola is just out of range. Jukola fires out a quick counter leg kick but Ribbit just manages to avoid it. Jukola moves out of range as Ribbit throws a body kick.
#T4# Jukola takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ribbit throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Ribbit avoids the body shot from Jukola.
Ribbit throws a counter combo. Ribbit is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Ribbit misses with a double jab.
Jukola was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. Ribbit scoring well with a low kick there.
Ribbit fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Jukola looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. 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! A jab from Jukola misses. Ribbit takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Jukola fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Ribbit is looking to clinch. Jukola misses with an uppercut. 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 Juhani Jukola 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. 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# A chopping leg kick lands by Jukola. Jukola fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Jukola finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Ribbit lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Jukola throws a right hand that misses
and Ribbit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. A low kick from Ribbit misses and Jukola counters with a nice body shot. Jukola looks for the body kick but Ribbit saw that one coming. Jukola on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Jukola throws a head kick but Ribbit moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jukola missing with a left hand there. Ribbit was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Jukola throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ribbit will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#T1# Jukola punishes Ribbit's body with a nice straight punch.#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Jukola tries to work over Ribbit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Ribbit scores with a shot to the side of Jukola's head. Ribbit misses with a knee to the head. Ribbit lands a nice knee to the body. Ribbit blocks a body shot from Jukola. Jukola takes a shot to the head. Jukola throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbit. Jukola blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Ribbit trying to land knees to the body.
Ribbit taking a breather.#T2# Ribbit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ribbit misses with a knee to the head. A short right hand to the side of the head by Ribbit. Jukola struggles to land a body shot inside as Ribbit controls his hands.
Ribbit tries a body shot but Jukola blocks it.
Jukola throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbit. Ribbit lands a hook to the side of the head. This has been an exciting period of action! Jukola managing to block the knees to the body from Ribbit.
A nice left hand lands by Ribbit.
Jukola on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Jukola lands a nice shot to the body. Ribbit lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Jukola lands on the inside with an uppercut. Ribbit goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T3# Ribbit goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Jukola throws a head punch that misses. #BC# Jukola breaks from the clinch.
Jukola throws a leg kick but Ribbit moved away. That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Jukola crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Ribbit - the referee stops the clock and Jukola gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Ribbit. Jukola manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. Jukola lands a leg kick that knocks Ribbit off balance momentarily. Jukola lands a jab to Ribbit's midsection. Jukola misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ribbit.
Ribbit is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. Ribbit throws a shot from downtown. Jukola moves away and avoids it. Ribbit moves to clinch but Jukola breaks away and Jukola counters with a straight punch to the midsection. Jukola avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Jukola is looking to counter punch. Jab by Jukola.#T4# Ribbit is looking to clinch. Jukola misses with a hook. Ribbit throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ribbit looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Ribbit swings away with a leg kick that misses. Ribbit connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Ribbit tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Jukola paws at him with a jab and circles away. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Ribbit tries to clinch but Jukola is having none of it. Ribbit slips a straight right by Jukola. Jukola checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time. Jukola throws a poor cross that misses
and Ribbit counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Ribbit fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
And that's the end of the fight! Frog Ribbit comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Ribbit 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 28:29 Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 28:30 Judge James Atkins scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Frog Ribbit! Frog Ribbit thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Luke I'm your father
Date: Sep 19, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Ribbit connects with a leg kick. Ribbit wants to clinch. Ribbit lands a nice looking body shot.
Kong misses with a low kick.
Ribbit has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Kong is landing a low percentage of strikes. Ribbit moves out of range of the body kick. Ribbit pivots, looking for a leg kick but Kong is out of range and Ribbit settles back down. Kong avoids a low kick by using good footwork. And Kong counters with a quick kick to the body but Ribbit blocks it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ribbit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kong.
Kong throws a quick counter kick to the body but Ribbit avoids it. Ribbit throws a low kick but it's checked well by Kong.#CL2# Ribbit has managed to clinch.
Kong tries to throw a body punch but Ribbit avoids it by throwing Kong back against the cage. A right hook to the body lands for Kong.
#T1# Kong lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Kong working aggressively here.
Ribbit throws a head punch that misses. Kong lands a right hand. Ribbit lands with a light punch inside. Kong lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. Kong tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ribbit's elbow. Kong swings wildly with an uppercut but Ribbit uses good head movement to avoid it. Ribbit missing with knees to the body.
Kong blocking some punches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Kong. Ribbit tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Kong's elbow. Kong working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Ribbit is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Kong is defending well for now. Kong misses with a hook from the clinch. Ribbit connects with a knee to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Ribbit misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Kong. Kong misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T2# Kong throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbit. Kong lands a nice shot to the body. Kong scores with a shoulder strike. Kong working aggressively here.
Kong throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ribbits head. Kong working some nice short punches in the clinch. Kong tries to work over Ribbit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Kong fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kong swings wildly with an uppercut but Ribbit uses good head movement to avoid it. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Kong creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Kong misses with a punch on the inside.
Ribbit stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Ribbit is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Kong is defending well for now. Kong misses with a short punch on the inside. Kong pushes Ribbit back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Kong misses with a punch on the inside.
Ribbit tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
#T3# A head punch blocked on the inside by Kong. Ribbit misses with a knee strike.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Ribbit. Kong lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ribbit or not. Ribbit lands with a right to the head. Ribbit with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Ribbit misses with a punch to the body.
Ribbit missing with knees to the body.
Ribbit looking to throw knees to the head but Kong is blocking nicely.
Ribbit using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Kong has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Kong swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Kong blocks a body shot from Ribbit. Kong works on Ribbit's body with a couple of short punches. Ribbit misses with a body punch.
A short left from Kong. A short right from Ribbit. Kong struggles to land a body shot inside as Ribbit controls his hands.
Ribbit stalling against the cage.
Kong blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T4# Kong lands with a short shot to the head. Kong tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ribbit's elbow. Kong misses with some punches.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Kong working aggressively here.
A head punch on the inside from Kong fails to land. A hook to the body from Kong.
Ribbit is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Kong is defending well for now. Ribbit misses with a hook to the ribs.
Kong tries to work over Ribbit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. A nice right hand lands inside from Kong. Kong doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Kong scores with a hook to the body. Ribbit throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Ribbit with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Ribbit lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Kong misses with a short punch on the inside. Ribbit lands a knee to the head.
Ribbit is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Kong is defending well for now. 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 Xafan Kong will probably get the nod. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2# Kong throws a big shot that misses. Ribbit moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Kong keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ribbit looks to land a body kick but Kong moved away. Ribbit moves forwards but Kong connects with a nice, crisp jab. Kong paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Nice body punch from Ribbit. Ribbit just misses with a punch to the body.
As Ribbit backs away, Kong returns fire with a leg kick that just misses. Ribbit dips down and scores with a jab to the body. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kong scores with a decent looking hook. Ribbit checks a low kick from Kong. Ribbit steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Kong. That one must have hurt. The fight stays on the outside here - Ribbit looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T1##CL2# Ribbit clinches with his opponent.
A head punch on the inside from Kong fails to land. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kong. Ribbit using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Kong has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Kong takes a knee right on the jaw!
Ribbit with a knee to the head.
Kong tries to throw a body punch but Ribbit avoids it by throwing Kong back against the cage. Ribbit working some nice short punches in the clinch. Ribbit gets through Kong's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Ribbit with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Kong jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Ribbit walks away with a smile on his face. Kong gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. A nice leg kick from Ribbit, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ribbit misses with a shot to the body and Kong counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Ribbit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T2# 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! Kong feints and then cracks Ribbit's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Ribbit down. Ribbit throws a leg kick that is checked and Kong cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Ribbit on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Ribbit is looking to land body kicks. Kong scores with a jab. An inside leg kick lands from Ribbit. Kong looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Kong scores with a head kick. Ribbit tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time. Kong fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Some wild striking there from Ribbit.
Kong throwing a counter right hand but Ribbit manages to avoid it. Ribbit throws a chopping leg kick but Kong manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Ribbit throws a right and a left that both miss.#T3# Kong throws a head kick that misses. Kong uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Ribbit avoids a low kick by using good footwork. Ribbit misses with a low kick. Ribbit misses with a hook. Kong buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
#CL2# Kong gets tackled into the cage by Ribbit. Ribbit maintains the clinch. Ribbit lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Ribbit throws a knee to the head but misses.
Ribbit looking to throw knees to the head but Kong is blocking nicely.
Kong tries a body shot but Ribbit blocks it.
Ribbit trying to land knees to the body.
Kong tries to pull guard but Ribbit won't allow it.
A head punch on the inside from Kong fails to land. Kong working aggressively here.
#T4# Kong misses with a short punch on the inside. Ribbit looking to throw knees to the head but Kong is blocking nicely.
Frog Ribbit seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Kong misses with a punch on the inside.
Kong avoiding damage as Ribbit throws knees to the body.
Kong cracks Ribbit with a nice body shot. Ribbit is struggling to control the position. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Ribbit scores with a nice hook to the head. Ribbit tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Kong avoids it. Kong lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Ribbit throws a head punch that misses. Ribbit blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Kong fails to land. Kong softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Kong makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Kong lands with a short shot to the head. Kong has a couple of punches blocked by Ribbit.
Kong lands a hook that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. 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 Xafan Kong 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. This is the final round!#R3# Ribbit throws out a leg kick but Kong moves out of range and Ribbit only half commits. Ribbit catches Kong with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#CL2# Ribbit closes the distance and clinches. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Ribbit obliges. Kong lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Ribbit gets through Kong's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Ribbit lands a body punch in the clinch. Ribbit tries a knee to the head but Kong blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ribbit. Ribbit is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Kong is defending well for now. Ribbit can't find room to land a body shot as Kong controls the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Knees in the clinch landing for Ribbit.
Ribbit lands a body punch. Ribbit tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Kong avoids it. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Ribbit lands a nice uppercut. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Ribbit connects with a knee to the head.
#CUT2#It looks like Xafan Kong has been cut. Ribbit using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
#T1# Ribbit misses with a knee to the head. A head punch on the inside from Kong fails to land. Ribbit with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Ribbit. Ribbit utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. A right hook to the body lands for Ribbit.
Nice body punch from Ribbit - that landed with a thud.
Ribbit scores with a shoulder strike. Ribbit lands a knee to the head.
Ribbit cracks Kong with a nice body shot. Ribbit working some nice short punches in the clinch. Ribbit working some nice short punches in the clinch.#ROC2#Kong is rocked! Ribbit is working Kong over against the cage. Oh Kong is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Ribbit lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Kong backwards. Ribbit with the Thai clinch, moves his hips back and unleashes a brutal knee to the head! Kong drops to the mat in a crumpled heap! Huuuuuuge knee there! WOW!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Knee). Frog Ribbit! Frog Ribbit thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Do not talk about fight club
Date: Aug 22, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Ribbit throws a jab when Kuwabara was well out of range. Kuwabara is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Ribbit with a body shot. We've been told by Ribbit's head coaches at Temple of Illumination that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. Kuwabara scores with a jab to the jaw. Ribbit misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Kuwabara counters with a lovely straight right hand!#TD2# Kuwabara closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Ribbit's guard. Ribbit wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Ribbit tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2# Kuwabara thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ribbit wants to sweep here but Kuwabara controlling him for the moment. #SUB2# Kuwabara drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Ribbit dives on top into guard.#REVR# Ribbit pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kuwabara is keeping the position for now. #T1##SUB2# Kuwabara escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ribbit gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Kuwabara bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ribbit's guard. #REVB##SUB2# Kuwabara drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Ribbit dives on top into guard.#REVR##SUB2# Kuwabara working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ribbit doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Kuwabara is tightening it up a little... Ribbit has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Ribbit reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Ribbit taps out! Nice BJJ there by Kuwabara!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Kazuma Kuwabara! A victorious Kazuma Kuwabara 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 355 Ribbit vs Cooke
Date: Jul 11, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Ribbit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cooke was well out of range. Poor timing from Ribbit. Ribbit feints and then cracks Cooke's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Cooke down. Cooke chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ribbit can pounce on him.
Ribbit has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Cooke.#CL# The fight moves into the clinch position. A battle for position here, against the cage. Cooke misses with a body punch.
Cooke is working Ribbit over against the cage. Cooke is looking to break free of the clinch but Ribbit has double underhooks. Cooke on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Good body shot from Cooke.
Ribbit is breathing heavily. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Cooke swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Cooke tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Ribbit is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Cooke is defending well for now. Ribbit scores with a knee to the head.
Cooke lands with a short shot to the head. Cooke gets through Ribbit's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Ribbit misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Cooke.
#T1##BC2# Cooke breaks the clinch.
A solid body kick from Cooke. Cooke throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Ribbit stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Cooke misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ribbit.
Ribbit lands a body shot.
Cooke misses with a kick to the body.
Cooke misses with a leg kick and Ribbit counters with a series of strikes. Cooke will be more careful next time no doubt. Cooke throws a head kick that misses. Ribbit fires out a quick counter leg kick but Cooke just manages to avoid it.#CL2# Cooke clinches up against the cage. Ribbit using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Cooke has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Ribbit missing with knees to the body.
A shot in the inside from Cooke. Cooke avoiding damage as Ribbit throws knees to the body.
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! Ribbit misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Cooke.
Cooke tries a body shot but Ribbit blocks it.
Cooke tries to throw a body punch but Ribbit avoids it by throwing Cooke back against the cage. Cooke misses with a hook to the ribs.
Cooke tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ribbit's elbow. #T2# Ribbit with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. Ribbit misses with a short punch on the inside. Ribbit struggles to land a body shot inside as Cooke controls his hands.
Ribbit tries a knee to the head but Cooke blocks it.
Cooke working aggressively here.
Cooke wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Ribbit looking to throw knees to the head but Cooke is blocking nicely.
Cooke lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. Cooke tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Ribbit tries to land knees in the clinch but Cooke avoids the damage to the body. Cooke misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ribbit scores with a shot to the side of Cooke's head. Ribbit blocks a body shot from Cooke. Ribbit has a couple of punches blocked by Cooke.
Ribbit utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. Cooke swings wildly with an uppercut but Ribbit uses good head movement to avoid it. Ribbit misses with a knee strike.
#T3# Cooke lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. Cooke softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Ribbit throws a punch but it's blocked by Cooke. Cooke tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Ribbit obliges. Ribbit prevents a body shot from Cooke. Ribbit with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A right hook to the body lands for Ribbit.
Ribbit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cooke lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. Our sources have told us that Ribbit has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight. Cooke misses with a short punch on the inside. Cooke lands an uppercut. Cooke misses with a hook to the ribs.
Cooke swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Cooke cracks Ribbit with a nice body shot. Cooke misses with a body punch.
Cooke misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ribbit lands a good knee to the midsection. Cooke won't want to take too many of those. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Cooke misses with a punch on the inside.
#T4# Ribbit landing knees to the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Cooke. Cooke fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ribbit looking to throw knees to the head but Cooke is blocking nicely.
Cooke tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ribbit's elbow. Cooke throws a head punch that misses. Ribbit works on Cooke's body with a couple of short punches. Cooke managing to block the knees to the body from Ribbit.
Cooke goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Cooke tries to work over Ribbit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Ribbit with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Ribbit lands a body punch. Cooke misses with a body punch.
Ribbit blocks a body shot from Cooke. Ribbit working some nice short punches in the clinch. Cooke blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Ribbit tries a knee to the head but Cooke blocks it.
Cooke swings away with an uppercut that misses.
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 Frog Ribbit will probably get the nod. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# Cooke throws a half hearted mid kick. Ribbit is looking to counter the offense by Cooke and move into the clinch. Ribbit misses with a straight right. Cooke throws a leg kick #CL# and Ribbit counters by clinching up. Cooke lands a hook that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. Cooke lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. Ribbit prevents a body shot from Cooke. Ribbit looking to throw knees to the head but Cooke is blocking nicely.
Cooke working aggressively here.
Cooke lands with a right to the head. Cooke can't find room to land a body shot as Ribbit controls the action.
A short left from Ribbit. Ribbit blocks an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Cooke misses with a punch on the inside.
Ribbit misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ribbit prevents a body shot from Cooke. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Cooke creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Ribbit tries to work over Cooke's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Ribbit is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Cooke is defending well for now. Ribbit trying to control the position but instead, Cooke has worked for underhooks and has pushed Ribbit into the cage.#T1# Cooke misses with a short punch on the inside. Ribbit scores with a shoulder strike. Cooke blocking some punches.
Ribbit lands with a right to the head. Ribbit lands a nice uppercut. Cooke working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Ribbit prevents a body shot from Cooke. A head punch on the inside from Cooke fails to land. Ribbit blocks a body shot from Cooke. Ribbit crunches a lovely knee into Cooke's ribcage. Cooke stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Ribbit with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Ribbit lands with a right to the head. Cooke can't find room to land a body shot as Ribbit controls the action.
A knee to the head by Ribbit.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Ribbit lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T2# Cooke misses with a punch to the body.
Ribbit crunches a lovely knee into Cooke's ribcage. Cooke throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbit. Ribbit swings wildly with an uppercut but Cooke uses good head movement to avoid it. Cooke fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ribbit blocking some punches.
A hook to the body from Cooke.
Cooke wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Ribbit has him pressed against the cage. Matt Cooke has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Cooke can't find room to land a body shot as Ribbit controls the action.
A shot in the inside from Ribbit. Cooke throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ribbits head. Ribbit blocks a body shot from Cooke. Ribbit tries a body shot but Cooke blocks it.
Ribbit lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Cooke throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ribbits head. Ribbit working some nice short punches in the clinch. Cooke tries a body shot but Ribbit blocks it.
#T3# Ribbit lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Ribbit working Cooke over with knees to the body. Cooke is breathing heavily. Ribbit is working Cooke over against the cage. Cooke blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Ribbit throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Cookes head. Ribbit lands with a short punch from the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Cooke creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Cooke tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ribbit's elbow. Cooke scores with a nice hook to the head. Ribbit lands a body shot. Cooke struggles to land a body shot inside as Ribbit controls his hands.
Cooke throws a head punch that misses. Ribbit using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Cooke on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Ribbit unloads a knee to the mid-section. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Ribbit lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Ribbit lands a good knee to the midsection. Cooke won't want to take too many of those. Ribbit misses with a knee to the head. #T4# Ribbit lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
A head punch on the inside from Cooke fails to land. Cooke takes a shot to the head. Ribbit with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Cooke misses with a hook to the ribs.
Cooke blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Ribbit with an attempt at a knee that misses.
#BC2# Cooke breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL# Ribbit has Cooke up against the cage in a clinch.
Ribbit lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Ribbit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Frog Ribbit has scored more points in the clinch so far. Ribbit leaning his opponent against the cage. Ribbit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ribbit tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Frog Ribbit dominated that second 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. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3# Ribbit takes a swing at Cooke's ribcage but misses. Matt Cooke seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Cooke scores with a jab to the body. Cooke loads up on a big right hand but Ribbit slips the punch. Ribbit throws a leg kick that is checked and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick. Cooke attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Ribbit throws a wild body kick that Cooke sees coming a mile off.#CL# Ribbit closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Cooke fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cooke tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ribbit's elbow. Cooke misses with a short punch on the inside. Cooke doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Cooke managing to block the knees to the body from Ribbit.
Cooke digs a right hand underneath Ribbit's ribcage. Ribbit let out a lung full of air as it connected. A head punch on the inside from Cooke fails to land. Ribbit lands an uppercut. Ribbit scores with a knee to the head.
Cooke lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#T1# Ribbit missing with knees to the body.
Ribbit with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Cooke struggles to land a body shot inside as Ribbit controls his hands.
Cooke lands on the inside with an uppercut. Cooke misses with a body punch.
Cooke has a couple of punches blocked by Ribbit.
Cooke on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A nice left hand lands by Cooke.
Ribbit working Cooke over with knees to the body. Ribbit can't find room to land a body shot as Cooke controls the action.
Cooke tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Still in the clinch, Cooke scores with a nice short uppercut. A nice right hand lands inside from Cooke. Cooke lands with a right to the head. Cooke throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbit. Ribbit tries a knee to the head but Cooke blocks it.
Cooke wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Ribbit has him pressed against the cage.#T2# Ribbit misses with a hook from the clinch. Ribbit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Cooke misses with a short punch on the inside. Cooke throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbit. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Cooke goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Cooke misses with some punches.
Cooke digs a right hand into Ribbit's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ribbit's gas tank. Cooke has a couple of punches blocked by Ribbit.
A right hand to the body from Ribbit.
Cooke lands a body punch. Cooke working some nice short punches in the clinch. Ribbit unloads a knee to the mid-section. Cooke takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Ribbit lands with a right to the head. Cooke lands with a short head shot on the inside. Ribbit lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Ribbit tries to land knees in the clinch but Cooke avoids the damage to the body. Cooke misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T3# An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cooke. Ribbit can't find room to land a body shot as Cooke controls the action.
A short body shot lands from Ribbit as the two fighters clinch.
Ribbit using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Ribbit stalling against the cage.
Ribbit is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Cooke is defending well for now. A short right from Cooke on the inside. Ribbit tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Cooke's elbow. Cooke fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Cooke fails to land. Ribbit lands a knee to the head.
Cooke misses with a body punch.
Ribbit with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Cooke misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Cooke tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ribbit's elbow. Ribbit lands a knee to the body.
Ribbit unloads a knee to the mid-section. Cooke lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. #T4# Ribbit landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Ribbit putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Cooke in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. This has been an exciting period of action! Ribbit is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Cooke is defending well for now. Cooke working aggressively here.
Ribbit landing knees to the body.
Ribbit tries a body shot but Cooke blocks it.
Cooke swings wildly with an uppercut but Ribbit uses good head movement to avoid it. Cooke working aggressively here.
Ribbit landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Cooke doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ribbit with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Cooke doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ribbit lands with a short head shot on the inside. Ribbit with a knee to the head.
Ribbit blocking some punches.
Nice body punch from Cooke.
And that's the end of the fight! That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Frog Ribbit. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Ribbit, 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27 Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27 Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Frog Ribbit! During a confident post fight interview, Frog Ribbit thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
GC 352 Phoenix vs Ribbit
Date: Jun 20, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Ribbit moves out of range as Phoenix strikes. Phoenix swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Ribbit throws a chopping leg kick but Phoenix manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Phoenix misses with a lunging right hand
and Ribbit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Phoenix scores with a decent looking hook. Ribbit pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Phoenix throws a body shot but no joy. Phoenix cracks Ribbit with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Phoenix is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Ribbit. Ribbit swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Phoenix loads up on a big right hand but Ribbit slips the punch. Ribbit jabs at Phoenix's body. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Ribbit punishes Phoenix's body with a nice straight punch. Ribbit shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Ribbit tries to close the distance and clinch but Phoenix swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Phoenix throws a hook but Ribbit blocks it. Ribbit looks to land a combination but Phoenix avoids it well. #T1# Phoenix uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Ribbit has time to react.#CL2# Ribbit closes the distance and clinches. Ribbit prevents a body shot from Phoenix. Ribbit blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Ribbit is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Phoenix is defending well for now. Phoenix misses with a short punch on the inside. Phoenix misses with a hook from the clinch. A short right from Ribbit on the inside. Phoenix can't find room to land a body shot as Ribbit controls the action.
Ribbit working aggressively here.
Phoenix throws a head punch that misses. Phoenix tries to work over Ribbit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Ribbit tries to work over Phoenix's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Ribbit lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Ribbit blocks a body shot from Phoenix. Ribbit lands with a right to the head. Phoenix lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. Phoenix swings wildly with an uppercut but Ribbit uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2# Ribbit throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Ribbit scores with a knee to the head.
Ribbit managing to block the knees to the body from Phoenix.
With the fighters up against the cage, Phoenix throws an elbow but misses. Phoenix working some nice short punches in the clinch. A short right hand to the side of the head by Phoenix. A head punch on the inside from Phoenix fails to land. Ribbit misses with a knee to the head. Ribbit lands with a right to the head. A short right from Ribbit on the inside. Phoenix lands a body punch. Phoenix lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. Ribbit struggles to land a body shot inside as Phoenix controls his hands.
Ribbit unloads a knee to the mid-section. Ribbit tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Phoenix with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Phoenix blocks an uppercut.
#T3# Phoenix misses with some punches.
Ribbit lands with a short shot to the head. Phoenix lands a nice uppercut. Phoenix struggles to land a body shot inside as Ribbit controls his hands.
Ribbit lands a hook to the side of the head. Ribbit tries a knee to the head but Phoenix blocks it.
Phoenix misses with some punches.
Phoenix working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Ribbit lands with a short shot to the head. Phoenix takes a knee to the side of the body. Phoenix throws a head punch that misses. A head punch on the inside from Phoenix fails to land. Phoenix avoiding damage as Ribbit throws knees to the body.
Ribbit throws a knee to the head but misses.
Phoenix swings wildly with an uppercut but Ribbit uses good head movement to avoid it. Ribbit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Phoenix lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#T4# This has been an exciting period of action! Phoenix avoiding damage as Ribbit throws knees to the body.
A left hand lands to the body for Phoenix.
Phoenix lands on the inside with an uppercut. Ribbit misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Phoenix.
Ribbit tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A head punch blocked on the inside by Ribbit. Ribbit swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Phoenix misses with some punches.
Phoenix misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Phoenix swings wildly with an uppercut but Ribbit uses good head movement to avoid it. Ribbit landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Phoenix throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbit. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Phoenix on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Ribbit blocks an elbow strike from Phoenix.
Ribbit with a knee to the head.
Phoenix softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Ribbit utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Frog Ribbit will probably get the nod. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2# Phoenix throws the left hand but Ribbit avoids the punch easily. Ribbit steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Phoenix. Ribbit clobbers Phoenix with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Ribbit scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ribbit lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Phoenix has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Phoenix and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Phoenix uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ribbit.
Phoenix misses with a looping left. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Phoenix is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. Ribbit tries to close the distance and clinch but Phoenix swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Ribbit fails with an attempt to clinch.
An attempted straight right counter from Phoenix misses the target. Ribbit is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Phoenix rather than just go for the knockout. Ribbit slips under a jab. Ribbit misses with a wild combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Phoenix waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ribbit. Phoenix paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Phoenix checks a leg kick. Phoenix missing with a left hand there. Ribbit was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Ribbit moves forwards but Phoenix connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T1# Ribbit tries to close the distance and clinch but Phoenix swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #CL2# Ribbit moves into the clinch successfully.
A short right from Phoenix on the inside. Phoenix swings wildly with an uppercut but Ribbit uses good head movement to avoid it. Phoenix lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Ribbit blocks a body shot from Phoenix. Ribbit lands with a short head shot on the inside. Ribbit landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Phoenix tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Ribbit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Phoenix misses with some punches.
Phoenix swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ribbit landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Phoenix misses with some punches.
Phoenix lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ribbit. Ribbit lands a body shot in the clinch.
#T2# Phoenix tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Ribbit unloads a knee to the mid-section. Phoenix lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Ribbit with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. Phoenix misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ribbit scores with an uppercut up the middle. Ribbit tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Phoenix's elbow. Phoenix misses with a punch on the inside.
Phoenix throws a head punch that misses. Ribbit landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Phoenix goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Frog Ribbit seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Ribbit working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Phoenix swings wildly with an uppercut but Ribbit uses good head movement to avoid it. Ribbit tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Phoenix blocking some punches.
Nice body punch from Ribbit. Ribbit with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
#T3# Ribbit throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Phoenix blocks it with crossed arms. Ribbit struggles to land a body shot inside as Phoenix controls his hands.
Ribbit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Ribbit scores with a knee to the head.
Ribbit prevents a body shot from Phoenix. Phoenix on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. Phoenix gets through Ribbit's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. A left hand lands to the body for Ribbit.
Ribbit throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Phoenixs head. Ribbit throws a knee to the head but misses.
Phoenix working aggressively here.
Phoenix takes a knee to the side of the body. Phoenix throws a head punch that misses. Ribbit working aggressively here.
Phoenix working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ribbit. A head punch blocked on the inside by Ribbit. #T4# Ribbit blocking some punches.
Ribbit tries to land knees in the clinch but Phoenix avoids the damage to the body. Phoenix misses with a punch to the body.
Ribbit throws a punch but it's blocked by Phoenix. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Phoenix struggles to land a body shot inside as Ribbit controls his hands.
Ribbit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. A left hand lands to the body for Ribbit.
Phoenix throws a head punch that misses. Still in the clinch, Ribbit scores with a nice short uppercut. A body shot lands from Ribbit.
Ribbit lands with a right to the head. Ribbit is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Phoenix is defending well for now. Ribbit landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Phoenix tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Phoenix misses with a punch to the body.
Phoenix swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ribbit tries a knee to the head but Phoenix blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Frog Ribbit showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's time! Phoenix's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3# Phoenix has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him. Ribbit tries to clinch but Phoenix is having none of it. Frog Ribbit is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Ribbit fails in his attempt to clinch. Phoenix throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Ribbit now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Frog Ribbit seems to be getting the better of the standup. Ribbit defending well as Phoenix loads up on a big left hand. Phoenix throws a lazy uppercut
and Ribbit counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Ribbit misses the shot to the body. Ribbit throws a series of punches but Phoenix avoids them all with ease. Phoenix is looking to counter the offense by Ribbit and move into the clinch. Phoenix pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Phoenix throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Ribbit on the side of the head. Phoenix looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Phoenix misses with a looping right. Phoenix avoids a kick to the body.
Ribbit attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Ribbit swings for the body but Phoenix moves out of range.
Blake Phoenix seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. A looping hook to the body misses from Ribbit. Phoenix does a little dance to reset his feet.#T1# Ribbit throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Phoenix uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ribbit.
Phoenix throws a jab when Ribbit was well out of range. Phoenix misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ribbit.
#CL2# Ribbit gets a clinch. Ribbit's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Phoenix misses with a short punch on the inside. Phoenix on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Ribbit tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A short uppercut from Phoenix. Phoenix fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ribbit throws a head punch that misses. Phoenix lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. A shot in the inside from Ribbit. Ribbit has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A short body shot lands from Ribbit as the two fighters clinch.
Ribbit unloads a knee to the mid-section. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2# Phoenix is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Ribbit is defending well for now. A quick uppercut on the inside from Ribbit. Ribbit connects with a nasty looking knee right to Phoenix's face.
Phoenix lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. Ribbit missing with knees to the body.
Ribbit trying to control the position but instead, Phoenix has worked for underhooks and has pushed Ribbit into the cage. Still in the clinch, Ribbit scores with a nice short uppercut. Ribbit misses with a punch on the inside.
Ribbit missing with knees to the body.
Phoenix lands a body punch. Phoenix blocks an uppercut.
Phoenix lands an uppercut. Phoenix swings wildly with an uppercut but Ribbit uses good head movement to avoid it. Phoenix misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3# Good body shot from Phoenix.
Ribbit lands a knee to the head.
Phoenix looks to throw an elbow but misses. A nice right hand lands inside from Phoenix. Ribbit blocks a body shot from Phoenix. Ribbit lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Phoenix softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Phoenix. Ribbit tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Phoenix looking to slow down the pace here. The pace really dropping off here, momentarily. Ribbit trying to land knees to the body.
Blake Phoenix has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4# Ribbit misses with a punch to the body.
Ribbit scores with a hook to the body. A head punch blocked on the inside by Ribbit. Phoenix working aggressively here.
Ribbit throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Phoenix blocks it with crossed arms. Ribbit tries a knee to the head but Phoenix blocks it.
Phoenix tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Ribbit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Ribbit lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Phoenix. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Phoenix lands with a short head shot on the inside. Ribbit trying to land knees to the body.
Ribbit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Phoenix lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. Phoenix misses with a short punch on the inside. Ribbit lands with a short shot to the head. Phoenix misses with some punches.
Ribbit pushes Phoenix back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
And that's the end of the fight! Frog Ribbit comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Ribbit has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 27:30 Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 27:30 Judge George Francis scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Frog Ribbit! A victorious Frog Ribbit 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 350 ?? vs ??
Date: Jun 06, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! A nice leg kick from Ribbit, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ribbit lands a nice looking body shot.
Ribbit fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Trambai swinging wildly here.
Nice straight punches there by Trambai. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Trambai. Trambai walks into a straight right hand from Ribbit. Ribbit cracks a nice hook into Trambai's ribs.#CL# Ribbit moves into the clinch. Our sources have told us that Ribbit has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight. Trambai throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbit. Ribbit tries a body shot but Trambai blocks it.
Ribbit tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Trambai stalling in the clinch but Ribbit improves position. Trambai being controlled against the cage. Trambai misses with a punch on the inside.
#T1# Trambai blocks an uppercut.
Ribbit throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Trambai blocks it with crossed arms. Ribbit misses with a hook to the ribs.
Trambai working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Ribbit tries to land knees in the clinch but Trambai avoids the damage to the body. Ribbit is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. Trambai is looking to control Ribbit's arms but Ribbit gets an underhook and turns him. Now Trambai has his back to the cage. Trambai throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbit. Ribbit using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Trambai has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Ribbit tries to work over Trambai's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Trambai is trying to stall.
Trambai on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Trambai misses with some punches.
Ribbit looking to throw knees to the head but Trambai is blocking nicely.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Trambai. #T2# Ribbit throws a knee to the head but misses.
Ribbit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A short right from Ribbit on the inside. Trambai throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbit. Ribbit misses with a short punch on the inside. Trambai has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Ribbit seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Trambai can turn it around. Ribbit taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Ribbit lands a hook to the side of the head. Ribbit tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Ribbit tries to land a knee to the head but Trambai blocks with his arms.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Ribbit misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ribbit lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Trambai. Trambai taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Trambai. Ribbit lands a left hand.
Trambai takes a knee right on the jaw!
Ribbit blocks an uppercut.
A left hand lands to the body for Ribbit.
#T3# Trambai misses with a punch on the inside.
Ribbit lands with a right to the head. Trambai swings wildly with an uppercut but Ribbit uses good head movement to avoid it. Ribbit digs a right hand underneath Trambai's ribcage. Trambai let out a lung full of air as it connected. Trambai blocks a body shot from Ribbit. A head punch blocked on the inside by Trambai. Trambai lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Ribbit misses with the head strike.
Ribbit misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ribbit lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Trambai scores with a shoulder strike. Ribbit using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Trambai has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Ribbit lands a knee to the body.
Trambai misses with a punch to the body.
Trambai holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Trambai stalling in the clinch.
#T4# Trambai is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. Trambai lands with a right to the head. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Ribbit lands a knee to the head.
Ribbit scores a nice knee to the body.
Trambai looks winded! Ribbit is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Trambai is defending well for now. Trambai stalling.
Trambai stalling in the clinch but Ribbit improves position. Ribbit scores with a shoulder strike. The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. The ref breaks the fighters up, due to lack of action by Sambo Trambai. Ribbit dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Ribbit takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Ribbit avoids the head kick by Trambai.
A head kick misses from Ribbit. Ribbit tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Trambai was well out of range. Poor timing from Ribbit. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Frog Ribbit dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2# Trambai throws a left and a right that both miss
and Ribbit counters with a two punch combo. Trambai doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Trambai looks to land a left hand but Ribbit moved out of range nicely. Ribbit appears to be looking for a big counter. Trambai misses with a looping right. Ribbit tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Trambai paws at him with a jab and circles away. Trambai swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Trambai throws a body punch but Ribbit moves out of range. Frog Ribbit is winning the standup battle so far. Trambai looks to land a left hand but Ribbit moved out of range nicely. Sambo Trambai seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Nice cross by Ribbit. Ribbit has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Trambai. Ribbit is looking to wear down Trambai with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment. Ribbit jabs Trambai right on the nose. Trambai blinks but takes it well. Trambai throws a head kick but Ribbit moves out of range.
Ribbit throws a series of punches but Trambai moves out of range. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Trambai tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Ribbit moves out of range of the strikes. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Ribbit is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Trambai can do to turn this around?#T1# Trambai misses with a head kick.
#CL# Ribbit closes the distance and pushes Trambai back into the cage. Ribbit lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Ribbit is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Trambai is defending well for now. Knees to the body from Ribbit.
Trambai is breathing heavily. Ribbit lands a body shot. Ribbit is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Trambai is defending well for now. Ribbit utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. Ribbit unloads a knee to the mid-section. Trambai lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. A nice right hand lands inside from Ribbit. Trambai takes a knee right on the jaw!
Ribbit blocks an uppercut.
Ribbit crunches a lovely knee into Trambai's ribcage. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Ribbit lands a left hand.
Ribbit misses with a knee strike.
#T2# Ribbit misses with a body punch.
Ribbit pushes Trambai back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Ribbit throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Trambais head. Ribbit lands a nice shot to the body. Ribbit lands a right hand that snaps the head of Trambai backwards. Ribbit trying to land knees to the body.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Trambai in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off. Trambai looking to stall.
Trambai takes a shot to the head. Ribbit struggles to land a body shot inside as Trambai controls his hands.
Ribbit with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Ribbit connects with a knee to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Trambai fails to land. Ribbit with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Trambai doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ribbit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T3# Ribbit with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Ribbit's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not. Trambai lands a body punch. The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. Trambai throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbit. Trambai stalling in the clinch but Ribbit improves position. Ribbit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ribbit tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Ribbit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Trambai avoiding damage as Ribbit throws knees to the body.
Trambai blocks an uppercut.
Trambai tries to work over Ribbit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4# Trambai swings wildly with an uppercut but Ribbit uses good head movement to avoid it. Trambai fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Ribbit scores with a nice short uppercut. A bit of stalling here from Trambai.
Trambai tries to work over Ribbit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Ribbit missing with knees to the body.
Trambai working aggressively here.
A shot in the inside from Ribbit. Ribbit with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Trambai lands a right hand. Trambai managing to block the knees to the body from Ribbit.
Trambai avoiding damage.
Ribbit trying to land knees to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Ribbit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Frog Ribbit dominated that second round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3# A decent looking body kick lands there for Ribbit. A big right from Trambai misses. Ribbit tries to clinch up but Trambai circles away and keeps his distance. Ribbit throws a leg kick which misses Trambai's front leg but catches the back leg as Trambai tries to avoid it. Ribbit's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Ribbit duly obliges. Trambai throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
As Trambai tries to get set, Ribbit tries to push him back and clinch up but Trambai manages to avoid the attempt. Trambai throws a head kick that misses. Ribbit lands a head kick!
Frog Ribbit is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. A lazy body kick from Trambai and Ribbit counters with a solid body kick. #CL# Ribbit closes the distance and pushes Trambai back into the cage. Trambai misses with the head strike.
A left hand lands to the body for Ribbit.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Trambai throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbit. Trambai takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Ribbit works on Trambai's body with a couple of short punches. Ribbit stalling the fight.
#T1# Ribbit lands a right hand that snaps the head of Trambai backwards. Ribbit stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Ribbit lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Ribbit missing with knees to the body.
Frog Ribbit has scored more points in the clinch so far. Trambai letting Ribbit take a breather here. Ribbit tries a knee to the head but Trambai blocks it.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. Ribbit goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ribbit misses with a body punch.
Trambai avoiding damage as Ribbit throws knees to the body.
Ribbit working some nice short punches in the clinch. Ribbit throws a knee to the head but misses.
#T2# Ribbit throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Trambai blocks it with crossed arms. Trambai misses with a hook from the clinch. Ribbit blocks an uppercut.
Trambai misses with a hook from the clinch. Still in the clinch, Ribbit scores with a nice short uppercut. Trambai tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Trambai avoiding damage as Ribbit throws knees to the body.
Trambai lands a shoulder strike. 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! Trambai working some nice short punches in the clinch. Trambai doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Trambai tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Ribbit with an attempt at a knee that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ribbit. Ribbit tries a knee to the head but Trambai blocks it.
Ribbit stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.#T3# Ribbit lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Ribbit lands with a short head shot on the inside. Ribbit misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Trambai.
Ribbit tries to throw a body punch but Trambai avoids it by throwing Ribbit back against the cage. Ribbit misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Trambai.
Trambai taking a breather. Ribbit tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Trambai avoids it. Ribbit throws a knee to the head but misses.
Ribbit lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Trambai backwards. Ribbit tries a body shot but Trambai blocks it.
Ribbit using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Trambai has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Trambai just leaning against Ribbit, taking a breather. Trambai tries a body shot but Ribbit blocks it.
Trambai presses Ribbit against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Ribbit landing knees to the head.
#T4# Ribbit softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Trambai working aggressively here.
Trambai swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Trambai blocks a body shot from Ribbit. A short left from Trambai. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Ribbit putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Trambai in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. Trambai is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Ribbit with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Trambai tries a body shot but Ribbit blocks it.
Sambo Trambai has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Ribbit lands a body punch. Ribbit putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Trambai in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. Ribbit working Trambai over with knees to the body. Ribbit lands with a short head shot on the inside. Ribbit lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Ribbit landing knees to the head.
And that's the end of the fight! Frog Ribbit showed his dominance in that final round. Well Ribbit has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 30:27 Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 30:27 Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Frog Ribbit! During a confident post fight interview, Frog Ribbit thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
GC 346 Cold vs Machida
Date: May 10, 2020 |
#R1# Brown fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Ribbit wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. Jab Brown seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Ribbit stuffs the takedown. Brown gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL# and Ribbit counters by moving into the clinch. Frog Ribbit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jab Brown. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ribbit with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Brown changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Ribbit fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Brown shoots in but Ribbit avoids the takedown attempt easily.#T1##TD2# Brown fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Ribbit to the ground. Brown is now in Ribbit's guard. Ribbit is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Brown stands up over Ribbit, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Ribbit pulls Brown in close to prevent any damage. Brown pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ribbit is keeping the position for now. #T2##SUB2# Brown drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Brown jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Brown is pushing down on Ribbit's leg trying to pass to half guard. Ribbit is fighting to maintain full guard but Brown has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2# Brown is trying to work for a kimura but Ribbit is defending well.
The fighters are battling for position here. Ribbit manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2# Brown drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Brown jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Brown throws an elbow that misses. Ribbit uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Brown's guard. Nice move by Ribbit!#REVR# Brown looking for a sweep. Not yet Brown, not yet. #SUB2# Brown is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ribbit is aware though and is defending well. Ribbit has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2# Brown is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ribbit defends well. Ribbit stays in close to Brown's body and controls the position. #T3##SUB2# Brown working for a triangle but Ribbit defends it easily.
#SUB2# Brown looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ribbit stays in close to Brown's body and controls the position. #SUB2# Brown working for a triangle but Ribbit defends it easily.
#SUB2# Brown throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Brown looking for a sweep. Not yet Brown, not yet. #SUB2# Brown working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ribbit doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ribbit manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Ribbit wants to pass the guard but Brown is keeping the position.#SUB2# Brown has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ribbit can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Ribbit is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. Ribbit continues to stall. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2# Brown throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2# Brown throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jab Brown will probably get the nod. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Brown tries to clinch there but Ribbit circles away.
A little feinted left hand from Ribbit on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Brown looks for a takedown but Ribbit sprawls well. It looked like Ribbit wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Brown throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ribbit's waist but Ribbit gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Brown off to one side. Ribbit looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Brown doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL# and Ribbit holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. Frog Ribbit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jab Brown. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Brown is looking to take this one to the mat. Ribbit tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Brown avoids it.#T1# Brown is looking to take this one to the mat. Brown drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A right handed body shot lands from Ribbit.
Brown is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Ribbit gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#TD2# Brown has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Ribbit clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Brown is breathing heavily. Ribbit turns into Brown and is now in his guard.
Ribbit sitting in guard here, content to control. Ribbit'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. Our spies down at at London MMA Club inform us that Brown has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SU# Ribbit stands up and waves to Brown to follow him. Brown misses with a takedown #CL# and Ribbit counters by clinching up. #T2# Ribbit misses with a knee strike.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Brown has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Ribbit is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Ribbit unloads a knee to the mid-section. Ribbit landing knees to the head.
#CUT# It looks like Jab Brown has been cut. Ribbit stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Ribbit is working Brown over against the cage. Ribbit lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Brown goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ribbit prevents it.
Come on Ribbit - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Ribbit lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Brown. Knees to the body from Ribbit.
Ribbit landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Knees to the body from Ribbit.
#T3# Ribbit connects with a nasty looking knee right to Brown's face.
Ribbit tries a knee to the head but Brown blocks it.
Ribbit lands a knee to the body.
Ribbit lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Brown backwards. Brown drops down looking for an ankle pick but Ribbit pulls his leg out and moves away.
Brown shoots in looking for a takedown. Ribbit tries to sprawl out of it but Brown keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Ribbit manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Ribbit appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. Brown with a lazy takedown attempt and Ribbit counters with a straight right hand. Brown shoots for a takedown but Ribbit saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#T4# Brown gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL# and Ribbit counters by moving into the clinch. A hook to the body from Ribbit.
Ribbit landing knees to the body.
Brown takes a knee right on the jaw!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Ribbit scores with a shoulder strike. Ribbit scores with a knee to the head.
Ribbit lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. A short uppercut from Ribbit. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ribbit creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Ribbit cracks Brown with a nice body shot. A left hand lands to the body for Ribbit.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ribbit creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Frog Ribbit dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Jab Brown's cut. 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# Brown shoots in for a takedown but Ribbit shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Brown fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Brown fails with the takedown and Ribbit counters with a right hand to the body. Frog Ribbit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jab Brown. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Brown shoots in for a double leg but Ribbit sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Brown takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Brown looks for a takedown but Ribbit sprawls well.#T1# Brown has his takedown stuffed#CL# and Ribbit counters by clinching up. Ribbit is pressed up against the cage. Brown has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Ribbit down to the mat. Ribbit avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Brown shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ribbit sprawls well. Ribbit wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Brown gets slowly back to his feet. And Ribbit counters with a quick kick to the body but Brown blocks it.#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Brown tries for a takedown but Ribbit circles away easily#CL# and Ribbit counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Ribbit. Brown fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Brown is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Ribbit is defending well. Ribbit lands a good knee to the midsection. Brown won't want to take too many of those. A right handed body shot lands from Ribbit.
Ribbit tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Ribbit lands with a short shot to the head. Brown drops down looking for an ankle pick but Ribbit pulls his leg out and moves away.
Brown looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T3# Brown shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ribbit as he jumps to the side. It looked like Ribbit was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit. Brown shoots in looking for a takedown. Ribbit tries to sprawl out of it but Brown keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Ribbit manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Ribbit appears to be looking for a big counter. Brown closes the distance and clinches up with Ribbit, looking for a takedown. Brown pushes Ribbit against the cage but Ribbit circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#T4# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. Brown shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ribbit sprawls well. Ribbit wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Brown gets slowly back to his feet. Brown dives in and grabs Ribbit's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ribbit pushes down on Brown's head and hops out. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Brown shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Ribbit pinned against the cage. Ribbit gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Ribbit tried to counter with a leg kick but Brown avoided it.
And that's the end of the fight! Frog Ribbit showed his dominance in that final round. I think Ribbit 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 29:26 Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 29:26 Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Frog Ribbit! Frog Ribbit decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
GC 341 Coco vs Hiko
Date: Apr 05, 2020 |
#R1# Ribbit moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination. Ribbit scores with a crisp jab that stopped Of Hand in his tracks. Ribbit has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Of Hand is landing a low percentage of strikes. Of Hand throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body. A low kick from Of Hand misses and Ribbit counters with a two punch combo. Ribbit takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Of Hand just misses with a punch to the body.
Of Hand sizes up Ribbit with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. Ribbit ducks under a wild hook from Of Hand. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Ribbit moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Ribbit moves in looking to clinch but Of Hand pushes him off. Ribbit swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A slapping body kick lands there for Of Hand. Of Hand takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Of Hand has been working on his boxing with his coaches at FF Forever in the buildup to the fight. Of Hand connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Ribbit momentarily.
A kick lands to the mid section there for Of Hand. Ribbit throws out a loose jab but Of Hand uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1# Ribbit avoids the body shot from Of Hand.
A head kick by Of Hand misses and Ribbit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Of Hand keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ribbit. Ribbit lands with a nice combination. Of Hand backs away looking to recover. Sloppy strikes from Ribbit. Those never looked like landing. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Ribbit. Ribbit moves out of range as Of Hand throws a body kick.
Ribbit on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Of Hand. Of Hand obviously looking to wear him down.
Ribbit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Of Hand.
It looked like Of Hand wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Ribbit throws the kick towards the body but Of Hand avoids it. Of Hand tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Of Hand tries to score with a low kick but Ribbit moves his leg out of the way. Of Hand scores with a nice right hand.
#CL2# Ribbit clinches with his opponent.
#T2# The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Ribbit lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Of Hand backwards. A head punch on the inside from Of Hand fails to land. Of Hand misses with a short punch on the inside. Ribbit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ribbit tries to land knees in the clinch but Of Hand avoids the damage to the body. #BC# Of Hand pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2# Ribbit fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Of Hand, pushing him back against the cage. Of Hand throws a head punch that misses. Ribbit misses with a punch to the body.
Ribbit is pushing Of Hand up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word. #BC2# Ribbit's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Nice uppercut there from Of Hand. Sleight Of Hand seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. A head kick misses from Of Hand. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Ribbit checks a leg kick. Ribbit throws a counter combo. Ribbit moves to clinch but Of Hand breaks away and Of Hand counters with a nice uppercut. #T3# Of Hand lets loose with a powerful body kick. Ribbit will feel that in the morning. Ribbit tries to clinch there but Of Hand circles away.
Ribbit tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Of Hand manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Of Hand checks a leg kick. A swing and a miss from Of Hand. Ribbit throws out a counter right but Of Hand avoids it with no problem. A slow jab from Of Hand misses its intended target. Ribbit steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Of Hand. Ribbit thows a leg kick but Of Hand checks it and Of Hand counters with an outside leg kick.
#CL2# Ribbit closes the distance and clinches. Of Hand lands with a short head shot on the inside. A head punch on the inside from Ribbit fails to land. Of Hand working aggressively here.
Of Hand lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Of Hand lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Of Hand is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#BC# Of Hand's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Of Hand swats away the attempt to clinch by Ribbit.#T4# Ribbit takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Ribbit moves out of range as Of Hand throws a body kick.
Of Hand misses with a straight right. Ribbit looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Of Hand explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work. Ribbit keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Of Hand misses with a body kick. Ribbit on the wrong end of a nice jab. Of Hand looks for the body kick but Ribbit saw that one coming. Ribbit wants to counter with a clinch but Of Hand pushes him away. Of Hand throws a head kick that misses. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. The fight stays on the outside here - Ribbit looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Ribbit bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sleight Of Hand dominated that round. That's time! Of Hand's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Of Hand getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Of Hand swings away with a leg kick that misses. Ribbit throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Ribbit throws a leg kick that misses. Of Hand pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Ribbit now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Nice defenses there by Ribbit.#CL2# Ribbit clinches with his opponent.
Of Hand is trying to break the clinch but Ribbit has him pressed against the cage. #BC# Of Hand pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Jab by Of Hand. Of Hand thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Ribbit if he has to take too many more of those.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Of Hand throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Ribbit's head. Of Hand throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. Ribbit takes a body punch but keeps moving. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2# Ribbit has managed to clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Ribbit. #T1# Of Hand is trying to force a seperation but Ribbit has the dominant position. Ribbit is struggling to control the position.#BC2# Ribbit escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Of Hand loads up on a big right hand but Ribbit slips the punch. Ribbit thuds a left hand into Of Hand's body. Ribbit misses with the combination.
A slapping body kick lands there for Ribbit.#CL2# Ribbit gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC# Of Hand breaks the clinch.
Of Hand with a nice cross. Of Hand is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ribbit can do to turn this around? Of Hand takes a body punch but keeps moving. Ribbit slips a jab from Of Hand. Sleight Of Hand is winning the standup battle so far.#T2# Of Hand lands with a hook. Ribbit tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Ribbit misses with a wild body shot. Ribbit feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Of Hand's calf. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Of Hand scores with a decent looking hook. Ribbit takes a shot right to the bread basket.#CL2# Ribbit moves into the clinch. Of Hand has a couple of punches blocked by Ribbit.
Ribbit tries a body shot but Of Hand blocks it.
Ribbit tries a knee to the head but Of Hand blocks it.
Of Hand misses with some punches.
Frog Ribbit seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. A short left from Ribbit. Ribbit blocks an uppercut.
Of Hand throws a head punch that misses. A short right from Ribbit on the inside. Ribbit unloads a knee to the mid-section. A short right from Of Hand on the inside. #T3# Ribbit working aggressively here.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Of Hand working aggressively here.
A head punch on the inside from Of Hand fails to land. Of Hand misses with a punch on the inside.
Of Hand fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC2# Ribbit escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Of Hand fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Ribbit on the side of the head. Ribbit throws a hook but Of Hand blocks it. Of Hand throws a quick counter kick to the body but Ribbit avoids it. Ribbit misses with a wild body shot. Ribbit has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Of Hand. Of Hand misses with a head kick.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ribbit lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Of Hand has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Of Hand and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Of Hand throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Ribbit counters with a low kick, right behind Of Hand 's knee. Of Hand throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Of Hand throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. Of Hand swings for the body but Ribbit moves out of range.
Ribbit throws a nice looking combination but Of Hand bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T4# Of Hand throws a body kick that misses. Ribbit is trying to counter with his kicks. Of Hand throws a sloppy head kick and Ribbit moves out of range easily. Ribbit scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Of Hand doesn't seem bothered though. Of Hand misses with a body kick. Of Hand throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Frog Ribbit is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Ribbit on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
This has been an exciting period of action! A big right from Of Hand misses. #CL2# Ribbit has closed the distance and engaged Of Hand in a clinch.
#BC2# Ribbit pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Of Hand looks to land a left hand but Ribbit moved out of range nicely. Of Hand throws a push kick but Ribbit slaps the foot to one side. Of Hand takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
A quick step to the side and Of Hand tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Ribbit uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Of Hand has time to react. Ribbit throws out a loose jab but Of Hand uses good head movement to avoid it. 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 Sleight Of Hand 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. This is the final round! #R3# Good standup being displayed there by Of Hand as he connects with a hook. Of Hand throws a chopping leg kick but Ribbit manages to avoid taking any serious damage. Of Hand on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Ribbit. Ribbit obviously looking to wear him down.
Of Hand thumps Ribbit with a low kick. Ribbit throws a quick inside leg kick. Ribbit misses with a wild combination.
Of Hand throws a hook to the side of Ribbit's head but Ribbit sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Ribbit attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Ribbit misses with the body kick and Of Hand cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Of Hand lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ribbit's sensitive parts. Ribbit on the wrong end of a nice jab. Ribbit lands a nice hook to Of Hand's body. Of Hand takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Ribbit tries to close the distance and clinch up but Of Hand swats him away and circles back towards the center. Of Hand swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T1# Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Of Hand. Of Hand chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Ribbit can pounce on him.
Of Hand throws a head kick that misses. Ribbit tries to clinch up but Of Hand circles away and keeps his distance. Ribbit throws the kick towards the body but Of Hand avoids it. Of Hand was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Of Hand connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Ribbit momentarily.
Of Hand wants to land a leg kick but Ribbit is out of range. Of Hand misses with a double jab.
Of Hand misses with a body kick. Of Hand misses the jab. Ribbit is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Of Hand with a body shot. Ribbit lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Of Hand backs up against the cage.
Of Hand scores with a kick to the midsection. Ribbit thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Of Hand if he has to take too many more of those.
Of Hand gets off balance looking for a body kick and Ribbit counters with a nice uppercut. Frog Ribbit has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Of Hand avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Of Hand misses the target. Ribbit misses with a kick to the body and Of Hand counters with a nice uppercut. #CL2# Ribbit pushes Of Hand up against the cage in a clinch. Ribbit stalls. Ribbit misses with a knee to the head. Ribbit tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Of Hand throws a head punch that misses. #BC2# Ribbit breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Of Hand scores with a spinning back kick! Of Hand fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Ribbit checks it well. Ribbit appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.#CL2# Ribbit clinches. A short uppercut from Ribbit. Ribbit tries to throw a body punch but Of Hand avoids it by throwing Ribbit back against the cage. Of Hand lands a nice uppercut. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Of Hand. #T3# Of Hand swings wildly with an uppercut but Ribbit uses good head movement to avoid it. Still in the clinch, Ribbit scores with a nice short uppercut. Ribbit blocking some punches.
Ribbit pushes Of Hand back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Ribbit looking to throw knees to the head but Of Hand is blocking nicely.
Ribbit blocks an uppercut.
Of Hand blocks a body shot from Ribbit. Of Hand throws a head punch that misses. Of Hand has a couple of punches blocked by Ribbit.
Of Hand lands an uppercut. Ribbit misses with a knee strike.
A hook to the body from Ribbit.
Ribbit tries to land a knee to the head but Of Hand blocks with his arms.
Of Hand throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbit. Ribbit throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Of Hand blocks it with crossed arms. Of Hand working some nice short punches in the clinch. Of Hand prevents a body shot from Ribbit. #T4# Of Hand has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Of Hand. Ribbit looking to throw knees to the head but Of Hand is blocking nicely.
Of Hand lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. This has been an exciting period of action! Ribbit blocking some punches.
A short right from Ribbit. Ribbit tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Of Hand avoids it. Ribbit tries a body shot but Of Hand blocks it.
Of Hand tries to circle away but Ribbit has him pinned against the cage. Ribbit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#BC# Of Hand breaks from the clinch.
Ribbit avoids the body shot from Of Hand.
Ribbit ducks under a wild hook from Of Hand. Ribbit with a body punch. A glancing blow. A bone on bone clash there as Ribbit blocks the leg kick.
Ribbit swinging wildly here.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Frog Ribbit. I think Of Hand 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 Robert Twigg scores the fight 29:28 Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:28 Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sleight Of Hand! After the fight, Sleight Of Hand 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:
EMP Finale: Ispa vs Toivonen 5
Date: Mar 01, 2020 |
#R1# Ribbit keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Hole. A countering left hand to the body from Ribbit misses. Hole connects with a leg kick. Ribbit looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Hole throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ribbit takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Hole scores with the left hand. Ribbit knows he should have avoided that one. Hole throws the left hand but Ribbit avoids the punch easily. Ribbit is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Hole ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ribbit moves away. Ribbit chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Hole can pounce on him.
Hole throws a body shot but no joy. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ribbit on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Hole dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Hole misses the shot to the body. Hole throws a body shot but no joy. #T1# Hole misses with a hook
and Ribbit counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Hole tries to land a front kick but Ribbit steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Despite the aggression on Ribbit's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Ribbit takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Hole waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ribbit. Hole thuds a left hand into Ribbit's body. Ribbit takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. Ribbit staying out of range there. Ribbit is looking for the big counter here. Hole scores with a leg kick.
Hole throws a hook but Ribbit avoids it easily. Ribbit was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Hole throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ribbit counters with a lovely straight right hand! Hole misses with an uppercut. A swing and a miss from Hole. Hole lands a jab.#T2# This has been an exciting period of action! Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Hole, as that shot connected.
Hole attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. It seemed like Ribbit was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Harry Hole seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Hole tries a low kick but Ribbit avoids it. Hole looks to land a body kick but Ribbit moved away. Ribbit tries to counter by closing the distance. Hole connects with a right hand. Ribbit shakes it off. Ribbit avoids the body shot from Hole.
Hole lands a jab to Ribbit's midsection. Hole throws a lazy body kick and Ribbit cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Hole fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Ribbit gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Hole is really peppering his opponent's head with punches. Ribbit moves forwards but Hole connects with a nice, crisp jab.#T3# Hole throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ribbit counters with a two punch combo. Ribbit takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Hole thows a leg kick but Ribbit checks it and Ribbit counters with a nice uppercut. Hole cracks Ribbit with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Ribbit defending well as Hole loads up on a big left hand. Hole thuds a left hand into Ribbit's body. Hole lands a slapping body shot.
Hole lands a nice looking body kick. Hole misses with a low kick. Hole misses the body punch #KD2# and Ribbit counters with a crisp one two that drops Hole! Ribbit thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Hole to his feet! Hole is in big trouble!#ROC2# Hole is rocked! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL# Hole closes the distance and pushes Ribbit back into the cage. Oh Hole is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#T4# Hole misses with a body punch.
Hole seems to have got his legs back now. Ribbit with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Ribbit stalling the fight.
Hole misses with a punch to the body.
Hole working some nice short punches in the clinch. Hole's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! A shot in the inside from Ribbit. Ribbit has Hole pushed against the cage. Hole scores with a nice hook to the head. Hole blocks a body shot from Ribbit. Ribbit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Hole fails to land. Hole misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ribbit throws a knee to the head but misses.
Hole lands a nice uppercut. Hole swings wildly with an uppercut but Ribbit uses good head movement to avoid it. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Hole can't find room to land a body shot as Ribbit controls the action.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Harry Hole 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# Hole tries to land a body kick and Ribbit counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. An inside leg kick from Hole misses. Ribbit tries to counter by closing the distance. Hole throws out a leg kick but Ribbit moves out of range and Hole only half commits. A chopping leg kick lands by Hole. Hole misses with a looping right. Hole cracks Ribbit with a right hand to the side of the head. Hole misses with a body kick. A countering left hand to the body from Ribbit misses. Hole misses the shot to the body. A countering left hand to the body from Ribbit misses. Hole looks to throw the jab but Ribbit is out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hole misses with a looping left. Frog Ribbit is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Hole throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hole backing away here, and Ribbit unleashes a leg kick that just misses. Hole throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hole lands with a shot to the body. #T1# Hole ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ribbit moves away. Hole misses with a wild body shot. Ribbit steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Hole. Hole throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Hole lands with a kick to the ribs.
A telegraphed right hand from Hole misses the target. Ribbit appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Hole waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Ribbit. Ribbit is trying to counter with his kicks. Hole has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ. A big right from Hole misses. Hole throws a shot from downtown. Ribbit moves away and avoids it. Hole sets himself, and Ribbit steps forward looking for the clinch! Hole avoids it this time. Hole thows a leg kick but Ribbit checks it and Ribbit counters with a leg kick. Hole swings away with a leg kick that misses. Ribbit appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. The fighters circling - Hole throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T2# Hole lands with a thumping leg kick.
Hole throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Ribbit to counter with a crisp jab. A shot to the body from Hole misses and Ribbit counters with a nice body shot. Hole misses with an uppercut
and Ribbit counters with an inside leg kick. Hole swings and misses with a shot to the body#CL2# and Ribbit counters by clinching up. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Hole tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Ribbit using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Hole has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Good body shot from Hole.
Hole works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ribbit. Hole working some nice short punches in the clinch. Ribbit tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Hole misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Hole blocks a body shot from Ribbit. A quick uppercut on the inside from Ribbit. Hole works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
#T3# Hole pushes Ribbit back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Hole pushes Ribbit back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. A head punch blocked on the inside by Ribbit. Hole lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. Ribbit tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Ribbit has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Hole seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Ribbit can turn it around. Ribbit lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Ribbit tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Hole avoids it. Hole swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ribbit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Hole tries to throw a body punch but Ribbit avoids it by throwing Hole back against the cage. Hole tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ribbit's elbow. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Hole. Hole misses with some punches.
Ribbit throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Holes head. Ribbit working aggressively here.
Hole tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Hole scores with a shot to the side of Ribbit's head. A short body shot lands from Ribbit as the two fighters clinch.
#T4# Hole on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
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! Hole doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Hole works on Ribbit's body with a couple of short punches. Hole throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbit. Ribbit misses with a hook to the ribs.
Harry Hole has scored more points in the clinch so far. Ribbit misses with some punches.
Hole swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ribbit. Hole fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A left hand lands to the body for Ribbit.
Hole scores with a shoulder strike. Hole lands on the inside with an uppercut. Hole is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ribbit can do to turn this around? Ribbit lands with a right to the head. Hole can't find room to land a body shot as Ribbit controls the action.
Ribbit utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. Ribbit effectively controlling the action here. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Harry Hole dominated that second 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. This is the final round! #R3# Ribbit on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Hole fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Hole lunges at Ribbit with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Ribbit's hand. Hole misses with a straight left. Ribbit wants to counter the offense by Hole and move into the clinch position. Hole lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Hole thows a body kick. Ribbit tries to catch it but that hurt him. Ribbit blocks a low kick nicely. Hole sets himself, and Ribbit steps forward looking for the clinch! Hole avoids it this time. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hole jabbing away but nothing is landing. Ribbit keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Hole scores with a spinning back kick! Ribbit is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
#T1# Hole tries a head kick but it misses.
Hole throws out a loose jab but Ribbit uses good head movement to avoid it. Ribbit is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. Ribbit walks into a left hand. Hole fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. A left lands for Hole. Hole with a body punch. A glancing blow. Hole swings away with a leg kick that misses. Hole swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Hole throws a body kick that digs right into the meat. Hole throws an overhand right that lands on Ribbit's shoulder, as Ribbit tries to avoid the shot. Ribbit takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Frog Ribbit has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Hole digs a good hook to Ribbit's body.
Ribbit slips a straight right by Hole. Hole stuns Ribbit with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Ribbit slips under a jab from Hole. A slow jab from Hole misses its intended target. Hole scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Hole lands a glancing blow to the side of Ribbit's head. Hole misses with a hook
and Ribbit cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Hole tries to clinch but Ribbit moves out of range. Ribbit lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. Hole looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Hole scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.#T3# Hole moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. Hole swings widly with a right hand
and Hole takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Ribbit looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Hole misses with a left hand and Ribbit counters with an inside leg kick. Hole lands with a nice body kick. Hole tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ribbit swats him away and circles back towards the center. Ribbit is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. Hole lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range. Hole lands a nice looking kick to the body. Ribbit takes a step back to recover. Hole digs a good hook to Ribbit's body.
Hole throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ribbit counters with a straight punch to the midsection. Ribbit has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#T4# Hole misses with a hook
#CL2# and Ribbit moves into the clinch. Ribbit's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Hole. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Hole gets through Ribbit's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Hole tries a body shot but Ribbit blocks it.
Hole tries to throw a body punch but Ribbit avoids it by throwing Hole back against the cage. Hole misses with a punch on the inside.
Hole tries to work over Ribbit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Hole tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Hole tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A body shot lands from Ribbit.
Both fighters are breathing heavily. Ribbit lands a knee to the body.
Ribbit lands a body punch in the clinch. Hole's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Ribbit lands a body shot in the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ribbit. Ribbit lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hole backwards. Ribbit unloads a knee to the mid-section. Hole lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. Ribbit misses with a body punch.
And that's the end of the fight! Harry Hole showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Hole, 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27 Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27 Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Harry Hole! Harry Hole tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool.
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Event:
EMP Graves vs Chavez
Date: Feb 02, 2020 |
#R1# Versu connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ribbit. Ribbit circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Versu throws a jab when Ribbit was well out of range. Versu throws a leg kick which misses Ribbit's front leg but catches the back leg as Ribbit tries to avoid it. Versu stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Versu misses with a hook. Ribbit ducked under it nicely. Ribbit appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Versu throws a right hand that misses
and Ribbit counters with a lovely shot to the body. Versu slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ribbit ducks under a wild hook from Versu. Ribbit was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Versu throws an overhand right that lands on Ribbit's shoulder, as Ribbit tries to avoid the shot. Ribbit is trying to counter with his kicks.#T1# Versu tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Versu jabbing away but nothing is landing. Versu is looking to clinch but Ribbit is avoiding it.
Ribbit let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Ribbit avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Ribbit throws a fast counter high kick but Versu manages to duck under it in time. A head kick by Versu misses and Ribbit counters with a left and a right that stings Versu. Versu scores with a body shot.
Versu throws a head kick that misses. Ribbit wants to counter the offense by Versu and move into the clinch position. Versu fakes the leg kick and cracks Ribbit in the body. We've been told by Versu's head coaches at Crassus that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T2# Ribbit displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Versu throws out the jab. #CL# Versu gets a clinch. Versu blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. The referee calls for Versu to work.
Both guys are working to get underhooks. Ribbit tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Versu's elbow. Ribbit lands a nice shot to the body. Ribbit being controlled against the cage. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Versu throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbit. Versu throws a head punch that misses. Versu on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
#T3# Ribbit lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Versu misses with the head strike.
Versu throws a knee to the head but misses.
Versu throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Ribbits head. Ribbit tries a body shot but Versu blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Ribbit fails to land. Ribbit throws a punch but it's blocked by Versu. Versu tries to work over Ribbit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Ribbit throws a knee to the head but misses.
Versu with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
A head punch on the inside from Versu fails to land. Versu tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Ribbit avoids it. Versu managing to block the knees to the body from Ribbit.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ribbit. Versu misses with a hook to the ribs.
Versu blocks a body shot from Ribbit. Versu tries a body shot but Ribbit blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Ribbit fails to land. Ribbit misses with a hook from the clinch. #T4# Ribbit with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Versu tries to land knees in the clinch but Ribbit avoids the damage to the body. A right handed body shot lands from Versu.
Versu swings wildly with an uppercut but Ribbit uses good head movement to avoid it. Ribbit tries a body shot but Versu blocks it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Versu. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Ribbit misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ribbit lands a right hand that snaps the head of Versu backwards. Ribbit tries a body shot but Versu blocks it.
Ribbit has a couple of punches blocked by Versu.
Versu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Ribbit throws a head punch that misses. Ribbit wants to stall.
A head punch on the inside from Versu fails to land. Ribbit takes a shot to the head. Versu managing to block the knees to the body from Ribbit.
Versu lands a knee to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Geo Versu dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Ribbit keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ribbit swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Versu throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Versu takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Ribbit slips a jab from Versu. Versu connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Ribbit's hands. Versu swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Versu pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Ribbit is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Ribbit moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Versu throws a sloppy head kick and Ribbit counters with a low kick, right behind Versu 's knee. #T1# Ribbit ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Versu is looking to land body kicks. Versu throws a body shot but no joy. Ribbit feints a counter leg kick. Versu tries to clinch but Ribbit is having none of it. Ribbit wants to counter with a clinch but Versu pushes him away. Versu lands a jab.#CUT# It looks like Frog Ribbit has been cut. Versu throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ribbit sees it coming and avoids it easily. Ribbit follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land. Ohhhhhhhhhh, brutal head kick from Versu! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Geo Versu! Geo Versu bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
EMP Rock vs Beliy
Date: Jan 05, 2020 |
#R1# Antoski throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Ribbit counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Antoski thinking. Antoski misses with a right hand and Ribbit counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Good leg kick by Antoski there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Antoski looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Antoski throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Antoski backing away here, and Ribbit unleashes a leg kick that just misses. Antoski misses with the combination.
Ribbit wants to counter with a clinch but Antoski pushes him away. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Antoski throws a poor cross that misses
and Ribbit counters with a thumping low kick. Antoski falls off balance throwing a combination
and Ribbit counters with a series of strikes. Antoski will be more careful next time no doubt. #T1# Ribbit takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Antoski misses with a body shot.
Ribbit wants to counter with a clinch but Antoski pushes him away. Antoski with a jab. That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Ribbit crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Antoski - the referee stops the clock and Ribbit gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Antoski. Ribbit manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. Antoski jabs at Ribbit's body. Antoski cracks a nice hook into Ribbit's ribs. Shawn Antoski seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2# Antoski looks for the body kick but Ribbit saw that one coming. Ribbit lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. Antoski throws a push kick but Ribbit slaps the foot to one side. Antoski misses with a body kick. Ribbit doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Antoski lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Ribbit avoids the body shot from Antoski.
A nice inside leg kick there by Antoski. That's going to slow Ribbit down. #T3# Ribbit gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Ribbit ducks under a wild hook from Antoski. Ribbit unleashes a big counter combination but Antoski bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Antoski throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Ribbit on the side of the head. Ribbit has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Antoski throws a shot from downtown. Ribbit moves away and avoids it. Despite the aggression on Ribbit's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Antoski throws a right hand that misses
and Ribbit counters with a nice body kick. Antoski thumps Ribbit with a low kick. Ribbit slips under a jab. Ribbit was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#T4# The fighters circling - Antoski throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Antoski throws the left hand but Ribbit avoids the punch easily. Antoski looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Ribbit keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ribbit takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Ribbit blocks a low kick nicely. Ribbit wants to counter with a clinch but Antoski pushes him away. Nice body punch from Antoski. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Shawn Antoski 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# Antoski throws a body kick that misses. Ribbit takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Antoski misses with a kick to the body and Ribbit counters with a stiff right hand. Antoski lands with a thumping leg kick.
Antoski throws a series of punches but Ribbit moves out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Antoski jabs Ribbit right on the nose. Ribbit blinks but takes it well. Antoski throws a lazy body kick and Ribbit counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters. #T1# Antoski tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Ribbit was well out of range. Poor timing from Antoski. Ribbit throws out a counter right but Antoski avoids it with no problem. Frog Ribbit is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Antoski scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Antoski lands with an uppercut that bounces Ribbit off the cage and back into range. Antoski throws a sloppy head kick and Ribbit moves out of range easily. Ribbit walks into a jab. Antoski fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Ribbit moves out of range of the body kick.#T2# Antoski throws a poor cross that misses
and Ribbit cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Antoski lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Antoski. Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Ribbit might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Antoski has got the better of the exchanges. Antoski throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Despite the aggression on Ribbit's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Antoski rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ribbit moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Ribbit throws out a counter right but Antoski avoids it with no problem. Antoski just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Antoski misses with a body punch
and Ribbit counters with a nice body kick.
#T3# Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Antoski lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Ribbit has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Ribbit and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Antoski throws a half hearted mid kick. A telegraphed right hand from Antoski misses the target. Ribbit lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. Antoski throws a solid leg kick but Ribbit takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Antoski. Ribbit flicks out a counter leg kick but Antoski steps away. Antoski connects with the punch. Ribbit uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Antoski. Ribbit tries to counter with a clinch but Antoski shakes him off and moves away.#T4# Antoski is looking to slow Ribbit down with leg kicks. Antoski comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Shawn Antoski is winning the standup battle so far. Antoski connects with a solid leg kick. A jab from Antoski does it's job there. Antoski will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Ribbit lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. A head kick by Antoski misses and Ribbit counters with a lovely straight right hand! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Shawn Antoski dominated that second round. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3# Antoski throws a sloppy head kick and Ribbit moves out of range easily. It seemed like Ribbit was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Antoski connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Ribbit moves out of range as Antoski strikes. Antoski throws a low kick but it's checked well by Ribbit. Ribbit tries to counter with a clinch but Antoski shakes him off and moves away. Ribbit moves out of range as Antoski throws a body kick.
Antoski is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Ribbit can do to turn this around? We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Antoski cracks Ribbit with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Ribbit steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Antoski. That one must have hurt.#T1# Antoski is looking to score with low kicks. Ribbit wants to counter with a clinch but Antoski pushes him away. Ribbit keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ribbit wants to counter the offense by Antoski and move into the clinch position. Antoski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Ribbit was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. Some bone on bone action there as Ribbit checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one. Ribbit tries a quick counter leg kick but Antoski is wise to it. Antoski connects with a looping right hand.
Ribbit takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Antoski looks to land a right hand but Ribbit moved out of range. Ribbit steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Antoski. Frog Ribbit has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# A big left from Antoski misses. Antoski scores with a jab. Ribbit acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Antoski looks to throw the jab but Ribbit is out of range. Ribbit wants to counter with a clinch but Antoski pushes him away. Antoski takes a swing at Ribbit's ribcage but misses. Antoski throws a leg kick that is checked letting Ribbit counter with a right hand. Antoski throws a nice inside leg kick. #T3# Antoski moves into range and connects with a jab. Antoski throws a body punch but Ribbit moves out of range. Ribbit unleashes a big counter combination but Antoski bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Antoski scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Ribbit ducks under a wild hook from Antoski. Ribbit looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Ribbit takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Antoski with a hook. Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Antoski, as that shot connected.
#T4# Antoski finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Ribbit appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Antoski throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Antoski pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Antoski will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Ribbit appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. Antoski getting the better of the striking in that exchange. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Antoski misses with the body kick#CL2# and Ribbit counters by moving into the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight! Shawn Antoski showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Antoski, 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27 Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27 Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shawn Antoski! A very excited looking Shawn Antoski made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
Madness 25 Ribbit vs McKenna 2
Date: Dec 08, 2019 |
#R1##CL2# McKenna has Ribbit up against the cage in a clinch.
McKenna misses with a hook from the clinch. Ribbit is struggling to control the position. I was talking to Ribbit's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.#TD2# McKenna gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. McKenna is stalling in the full guard. My spies in Big Bear Fight Factory inform me that McKenna has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends! Ribbit looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McKenna accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Ribbit wants to sweep but no luck. Ribbit pulls McKenna in close to prevent any damage. Ribbit wants to stand but McKenna is controlling the position. #T1# McKenna advances to half guard. McKenna is keen to just control but Ribbit is a slippery customer. Ribbit is looking for a sweep. McKenna is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Ribbit trying to control but McKenna postures up.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with McKenna in particular looking to stall.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. McKenna shoots for a double leg takedown but Ribbit sprawls well. He's pushed McKenna's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #T2# McKenna fails with the takedown. Ribbit is looking to counter with a shot to the body. McKenna closes the distance but Ribbit moves to the side and Ribbit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD2# McKenna looking to score a takedown here. Ribbit is defending well but McKenna drives through and ends up in Ribbit's guard.#ES# Ribbit pushes McKenna off and gets back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! McKenna throws a lazy head kick and McKenna takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #TD2# McKenna closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. McKenna looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T3# Ribbit tries to get to full guard but McKenna has control of the leg. McKenna trying to pass the guard but Ribbit defending well. McKenna is trying to control. Ribbit wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Ribbit tries to get to full guard but McKenna has control of the leg. McKenna passes the guard and advances to mount! McKenna throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Ribbit because McKenna loaded up on that one. #T4# McKenna thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage. McKenna working Ribbit over with strikes here. McKenna avoids the attempt from Ribbit to control. McKenna trying to control but Ribbit is having none of it. Ribbit can't escape the position.
Ribbit in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. McKenna tries to control but Ribbit wriggling away. McKenna is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert McKenna 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# McKenna shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ribbit but Ribbit pushes him off and we're back to square one. Ribbit was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. McKenna with a poor takedown and Ribbit counters with a nice body shot. McKenna fails with the takedown and Ribbit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT# It looks like Robert McKenna has been cut. Frog Ribbit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Robert McKenna. McKenna shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ribbit as he jumps to the side. A counter left hand to the body from Ribbit misses its target. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McKenna misses with a takedown attempt #KD# and Ribbit counters with a crisp one two that drops McKenna! Ribbit thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves McKenna to his feet! McKenna is in big trouble! McKenna shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ribbit sprawls well. Ribbit wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. McKenna gets slowly back to his feet.#T1# McKenna misses with a takedown attempt - Ribbit sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Ribbit leaning against his opponent.
McKenna lands a body shot in the clinch.
Ribbit trying to land knees to the body.
McKenna on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
McKenna is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Ribbit gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. McKenna is working for takedown but Ribbit is calmly controlling the position for now. McKenna managing to block the knees to the body from Ribbit.
McKenna is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#BC2# McKenna's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T2# McKenna doesn't succeed with the takedown and Ribbit counters with a nice low kick that buckles McKenna's knee momentarily. McKenna tries for a takedown but Ribbit circles away easily#CL# and Ribbit counters by moving into the clinch. Ribbit is pressed up against the cage. McKenna has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Ribbit down to the mat. Ribbit avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. McKenna tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ribbit swivels and escapes. Ribbit tries to counter by moving into the clinch but McKenna manages to circle out of the way. McKenna is breathing heavily. McKenna doesn't succeed with the takedown and McKenna takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. McKenna closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ribbit circles away. Ribbit seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Frog Ribbit is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. McKenna dives in for a single leg takedown but Ribbit sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. McKenna looks for a takedown but Ribbit sprawls well. And Ribbit counters with a quick kick to the body but McKenna blocks it.#T3# McKenna goes for a double leg but Ribbit avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ribbit continues to drive forward.#TD2# McKenna shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#ES# Ribbit manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. McKenna keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. A head punch on the inside from McKenna fails to land. McKenna takes a shot to the head. McKenna has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Ribbit is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Ribbit pushes McKenna back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. McKenna has a couple of punches blocked by Ribbit.
Ribbit tries to land a knee to the head but McKenna blocks with his arms.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Ribbit is pressed up against the cage. McKenna has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Ribbit down to the mat. Ribbit avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. McKenna shoots in but doesn't get the takedown enabling Ribbit to counter with a crisp jab. #T4# McKenna doesn't succeed with the takedown#KD# and Ribbit counters with a crisp right hand that drops McKenna! Ribbit lets McKenna back up to his feet, looking for a finish! McKenna gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Ribbit counters with a right, left combo that wobbles McKenna badly! Ribbit follows up with a massive right hook, straight to the bridge of the nose that knocks McKenna out cold! Oh wow, what a finish! Very reminiscent of Koscheck vs Yoshida as Ribbit finished him against the cage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Frog Ribbit! During a confident post fight interview, Frog Ribbit thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Madness Clown Chaos 12
Date: Nov 17, 2019 |
#R1# Frame attempts a low kick but it misses it's target. Frame misses with a body kick. Frame misses with a jab, cross combination.
Frame 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. Frame is looking to land body kicks. Frame bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Ribbit's head. Ribbit takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Frame connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Frame rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Ribbit counters with a stiff right hand. No joy there for Frame, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#T1# Frame throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ribbit steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Frame. That one must have hurt. Frame lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ribbit circles away quickly and effectively. Frame misses with a body shot.
Ribbit appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Frame connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Frame connects with an inside leg kick. Ribbit walks into a jab. Frame misses with a left hand and Ribbit counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T2# Frame throws a series of punches but Ribbit moves out of range. Ribbit appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. Jab from Frame. Frame swings widly with a right hand
and Ribbit counters with a solid body kick. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Frame. Frame pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Ribbit back to the cage. Frame follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver. Frame throws an ugly left hook that misses
letting Ribbit counter with a right hand. Frame throws a combination that misses and Ribbit counters with a left right combination that sends Frame crashing to the mat - Ribbit wastes no time in diving on top of him and pounding Frame out for a TKO! Devastating finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Frog Ribbit! A relieved looking Frog Ribbit thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
Madness 19 Ribbitt vs McKenna
Date: Oct 27, 2019 |
#R1##CL# McKenna closes the distance and clinches. McKenna throws a head punch that misses. #TD# McKenna gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Ribbit regains guard.
McKenna tries to free his leg and advance position but Ribbit is retaining full guard. Ribbit trying to keep a closed guard but McKenna is proving a slippery customer.
McKenna trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. McKenna trying to control the position from guard on top but Ribbit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. McKenna is pushing down on Ribbit's leg trying to pass to half guard. Ribbit is fighting to maintain full guard but McKenna has managed to sneak the leg through. McKenna is figuring out what he wants to do next. Ribbit avoiding damage under a succession of punches from McKenna. McKenna 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. Ribbit is looking to escape. Ribbit keeping hold of McKenna's head, controlling as best he can. #T1# McKenna is thwarting Ribbit's attempts to control the position. The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. McKenna connects with a nice short shot to Ribbit's temple. Ribbit is holding on to half guard well. McKenna wants to take a breather but Ribbit is having none of it. McKenna tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ribbit knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Ribbit trying to hold on to McKenna's head to control him but McKenna postures up.
Ribbit wants to improve his position but McKenna is controlling well.
McKenna wants to pass the guard but Ribbit is defending well. #T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. McKenna wants to control but Ribbit is keeping him busy. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Robert McKenna seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. McKenna looks to clinch and Ribbit counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2# It looks like Robert McKenna has been cut.#CL# McKenna clinches with his opponent.
McKenna is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Ribbit pulls him back up using the underhooks. McKenna has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ribbit avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. McKenna misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#BC# McKenna pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. McKenna shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Ribbit throws a counter combo. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robert McKenna. That's going to take a lot out of him. McKenna fails with the takedown and Ribbit cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. McKenna is trying hard to land a takedown here. Ribbit sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #T3# McKenna fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Ribbit tries a quick counter leg kick but McKenna is wise to it. McKenna shoots in looking for a takedown but Ribbit manages to keep the fight standing, pushing McKenna's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Ribbit has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.#TD# McKenna looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Ribbit looking to control.
McKenna stops Ribbit from standing up. Ribbit 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# McKenna trying to control from the bottom.
Ribbit not doing much here.
#T4# Ribbit seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but McKenna does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. McKenna is trying to get back to full guard. McKenna has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ribbit is working away from the top position though. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Ribbit is figuring out what he wants to do next. 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 Robert McKenna will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Robert McKenna's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Ribbit swats away the attempt to clinch by McKenna. Ribbit was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind. McKenna tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ribbit swivels and escapes. Ribbit tries to counter with a clinch but McKenna shakes him off and moves away. McKenna fails to land the takedown. McKenna shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ribbit sprawls well. Ribbit wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. McKenna gets slowly back to his feet. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ribbit! But no joy. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robert McKenna. 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. McKenna shoots in looking for a takedown but Ribbit manages to keep the fight standing, pushing McKenna's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Ribbit is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. No luck for McKenna with that takedown attempt. #T1# McKenna tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ribbit manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL# McKenna moves into the clinch. Ribbit tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. McKenna throws an elbow but it misses.
McKenna avoiding damage as Ribbit throws knees to the body.
#TD# Ribbit is fighting off a takedown attempt but McKenna is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Ribbit to the mat. Ribbit regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Ribbit looking to sweep here. No luck so far. McKenna works a leg free and moves into half guard. McKenna moves nicely into side control. Ribbit gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! McKenna tries to control but Ribbit wriggling away. McKenna throwing sloppy strikes, which aren't doing any damage.#T2# Ribbit is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
McKenna looking to ground and pound but Ribbit is blocking nicely. McKenna looking to control but Ribbit is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. Ribbit really doesn't want to stay on the ground with McKenna. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Ribbit keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! McKenna lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Ribbit hang on?#SUB# McKenna has control of Ribbit's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Ribbit regains control of the situation pretty easily.
McKenna controlling from mount. #T3# McKenna throwing strikes here but Ribbit is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Ribbit is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. Ribbit is trying desperately to improve position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Ribbit is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. McKenna tries to control but Ribbit wriggling away. Ribbit is looking to get to half guard. Ribbit in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. McKenna tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4# McKenna looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
McKenna putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound! McKenna tries to control but Ribbit wriggling away. Robert McKenna overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Ribbit's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up. McKenna tries to control but Ribbit wriggling away. Ribbit is looking to improve his position but McKenna isn't that keen on the idea. McKenna trying to control but Ribbit is having none of it. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Ribbit is trying to escape the mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert McKenna dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Robert McKenna's cut. That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3# Ribbit keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. McKenna sets himself, and Ribbit steps forward looking for the clinch! McKenna avoids it this time. McKenna shoots and misses and Ribbit counters with an outside leg kick.
McKenna misses with a takedown and Ribbit counters with a two punch combo. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robert McKenna. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD# McKenna shoots in and gets a takedown into Ribbit's guard.#ES2# Ribbit pushes McKenna off and gets back to his feet.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! McKenna misses with a takedown attempt #CL2# and Ribbit counters into the clinch. Nicely done. Ribbit lands an uppercut. Ribbit tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Ribbit is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. McKenna is defending well for now. Ribbit misses with a body punch.
#T1# Ribbit scores with a shoulder strike. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ribbit. McKenna blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Ribbit throws a blind hook that connects with the side of McKennas head. Ribbit looking to slow down the pace here. McKenna goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ribbit prevents it.
McKenna avoiding damage as Ribbit throws knees to the body.
McKenna has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ribbit avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. McKenna drops down looking for an ankle pick but Ribbit pulls his leg out and moves away.
McKenna will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Ribbit lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. Robert McKenna is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Both fighters are breathing heavily. McKenna with a poor takedown and Ribbit counters with a lovely shot to the body. McKenna shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ribbit as he jumps to the side. Frog Ribbit has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Frog Ribbit is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2# McKenna misses with a takedown attempt and Ribbit counters with a stiff right hand. McKenna fails with the takedown. As McKenna backs off Ribbit throws a huge counter combo but McKenna manages to avoid it all. McKenna tries to grapple but his opponent circles #KD2# and Ribbit counters with a crisp one two that drops McKenna! Ribbit thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves McKenna to his feet! McKenna is in big trouble!#ROC2# McKenna is rocked! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! McKenna with a lazy takedown attempt and Ribbit counters with a right, left combo that wobbles McKenna badly! Ribbit follows up with a massive right hook, straight to the bridge of the nose that knocks McKenna out cold! Oh wow, what a finish! Very reminiscent of Koscheck vs Yoshida as Ribbit finished him against the cage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Frog Ribbit! A very excited looking Frog Ribbit made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
Madness 16 Ribbit vs Number
Date: Oct 06, 2019 |
#R1# Number tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ribbit paws at him with a jab and circles away. Ribbit appears to be looking for a big counter. Ribbit keeps the fight on the outside. Number is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Ribbit keeps the fight on the outside. Ribbit is looking to counter the offense by Number and move into the clinch.#CL2# Number pushes Ribbit up against the cage in a clinch. Ribbit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Number misses with a hook from the clinch. Ribbit misses with a body punch.
Ribbit using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Number has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Number blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Number fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ribbit misses with a body punch.
Number blocking some punches.
Number lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ribbit. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ribbit creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. A head punch on the inside from Number fails to land. Number lands a body punch in the clinch. Number doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T1# Ribbit lands with a light punch inside. Number working some nice short punches in the clinch. Number looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Ribbit obliges. Ribbit lands a good knee to the midsection. Number won't want to take too many of those. Number fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Number stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. Ribbit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Number tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ribbit's elbow. Number lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. A short right from Number. Number can't find room to land a body shot as Ribbit controls the action.
Ribbit lands with a left to the head. Number fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ribbit goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ribbit misses with a punch to the body.
Number misses with a hook to the ribs.
Number fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Ribbit is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Number is defending well for now. Ribbit prevents a body shot from Number. A short right from Ribbit on the inside. #T2# Number has a couple of punches blocked by Ribbit.
Ribbit lands a nice shot to the body. Number tries to throw a body punch but Ribbit avoids it by throwing Number back against the cage. Number misses with a punch to the body.
A body shot lands from Number.
Number scores with a shoulder strike. Ribbit blocks an uppercut.
Ribbit slowing the pace effectively. Number swings wildly with an uppercut but Ribbit uses good head movement to avoid it. Ribbit blocks a body shot from Number. Number digs a right hand underneath Ribbit's ribcage. Ribbit let out a lung full of air as it connected. Ribbit lands a shoulder strike. A nice left hand lands by Ribbit.
Ribbit lands with a short shot to the head. Ribbit swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Ribbit scores with a nice hook to the head. Ribbit has a couple of punches blocked by Number.
Ribbit lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#T3# Number misses with a hook to the ribs.
Number goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ribbit lands with a short head shot on the inside. Number misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short left from Ribbit. Ribbit working Number over with knees to the body. Ribbit tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Number misses with the head strike.
#BC# Ribbit breaks the clinch.
#CL2# Number instigates a clinch. Ribbit's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Ribbit lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC# Ribbit escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL2# Ribbit gets tackled into the cage by Number. Number maintains the clinch. #BC# Ribbit pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. 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! Number tries to bum rush Ribbit with a series of wild strikes but Ribbit uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Number is looking to clinch but Ribbit is avoiding it.
Number tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ribbit manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. An attempted straight right counter from Ribbit misses the target.#T4# Number darts in trying to clinch and Number takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Number moves in looking to clinch but Ribbit pushes him off.#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Ribbit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Ribbit digs a right hand underneath Number's ribcage. Number let out a lung full of air as it connected. Number lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. Ribbit is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. Number lands with a short shot to the head. Number lands a nice uppercut. Ribbit misses with some punches.
Number misses with a punch on the inside.
Number lands a shot to the body. 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 Frog Ribbit will probably get the nod. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Ribbit keeps the fight on the outside. A little feinted left hand from Ribbit on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Sloppy strikes from Number. Those never looked like landing. Ribbit seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Number throws a series of punches but Ribbit avoids them all with ease. Ribbit half committed to a counter leg kick. Frog Ribbit is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL2# Number closes the distance and clinches. Ribbit lands a nice shot to the body. Ribbit blocking some punches.
Ribbit scores with a shoulder strike. Number is leaning against Ribbit and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Ribbit scores with a shoulder strike. Number works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
#BC# Ribbit manages to break the clinch.
We've been told by Ribbit's head coaches at Temple of Illumination that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2# Number has closed the distance and engaged Ribbit in a clinch.
Number struggles to land a body shot inside as Ribbit controls his hands.
Number tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Number struggles to land a body shot inside as Ribbit controls his hands.
Jack Number seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Ribbit digs a right hand into Number's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Number's gas tank. Ribbit misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Number.
#T1# Ribbit softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Number lands on the inside with an uppercut. Ribbit misses with a knee to the head. Ribbit misses with the head strike.
Ribbit struggles to land a body shot inside as Number controls his hands.
Ribbit scores with a shot to the side of Number's head. Number misses with a body punch.
Number has a couple of punches blocked by Ribbit.
Ribbit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Ribbit swings wildly with an uppercut but Number uses good head movement to avoid it. Number lands a hook to the side of the head. Number tries a body shot but Ribbit blocks it.
#BC# Ribbit's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2# Number closes the distance and clinches. A left hand lands to the body for Ribbit.
Number struggles to land a body shot inside as Ribbit controls his hands.
Number misses with a punch on the inside.
Number swings wildly with an uppercut but Ribbit uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2# Ribbit throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Number tries a body shot but Ribbit blocks it.
Ribbit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. A short left from Ribbit. Ribbit prevents a body shot from Number. Ribbit tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Number can't find room to land a body shot as Ribbit controls the action.
Ribbit lands with a light punch inside. Ribbit lands a hook that snaps the head of Number backwards. Nice body punch from Number. Number misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Number takes a knee to the side of the body. Number is breathing heavily. Ribbit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ribbit cracks Number with a nice body shot. A head punch on the inside from Number fails to land. Number tries a body shot but Ribbit blocks it.
Ribbit trying to land knees to the body.
Number tries to throw a body punch but Ribbit avoids it by throwing Number back against the cage. #T3# Number tries to work over Ribbit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Number blocks a body shot from Ribbit. Ribbit scores with a shoulder strike. Number on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Ribbit tries to land knees in the clinch but Number avoids the damage to the body. Ribbit lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Ribbit misses with a body punch.
Number lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A short right from Ribbit. Number tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Number misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Number. Ribbit crunches a lovely knee into Number's ribcage. Nice body punch from Number. Ribbit lands a knee to the head.
Ribbit throws a knee to the head but misses.
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Ribbit obliges. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Number being controlled against the cage.#T4# Number tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Ribbit tries to throw a body punch but Number avoids it by throwing Ribbit back against the cage. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Ribbit creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Ribbit scores with a knee to the head.
Ribbit tries to work over Number's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Ribbit throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Number tries to work over Ribbit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Number misses with a punch to the body.
Ribbit blocks an uppercut.
Ribbit missing with knees to the body.
Number pushes Ribbit back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Ribbit lands a nice shot to the body. A short uppercut from Ribbit. A quick uppercut on the inside from Ribbit. Number takes a shot to the head. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Ribbit obliges. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Frog Ribbit 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# Number throws a right hand that Ribbit ducks under and follows up with a left that Ribbit also avoids with ease.#CL2# Number moves into the clinch successfully.
Ribbit tries a body shot but Number blocks it.
Ribbit blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Number fails to land. Ribbit blocks a body shot from Number. Ribbit working some nice short punches in the clinch. Number's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#ROC# Number is rocked! Ribbit prevents a body shot from Number. Number throws a head punch that misses. A head punch on the inside from Number fails to land. Number misses with a body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Number lands a right hand. Number throws a head punch that misses. Number works on Ribbit's body with a couple of short punches. Ribbit lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Number is still on wobbly legs! Can Ribbit finish him? Number misses with a punch on the inside.
Number takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Ribbit scores with a knee to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Ribbit scores with a shoulder strike. Number throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbit. #T1# Ribbit scores with a shoulder strike. Ribbit throws a big uppercut that drops Number! More strikes from Ribbit and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Number lies dazed against the cage as Ribbit celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:11 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Frog Ribbit! An out of breath Frog Ribbit 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:
Madness 13: Gellar vs Malcolm
Date: Sep 14, 2019 |
#R1# Ribbit slips under a jab. Ribbit went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Keita fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Keita shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ribbit but Ribbit pushes him off and we're back to square one. Ribbit seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Keita fails with a takedown attempt. Ribbit looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger. Frog Ribbit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Hamza Keita. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Keita looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T1# Keita shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Ribbit pinned against the cage. Ribbit gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Ribbit was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit. Keita misses with a takedown and Ribbit counters with a nice uppercut. Ribbit slaps away a takedown attempt from Keita, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Keita shoots for a takedown but Ribbit saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. A little feinted left hand from Ribbit on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Keita has his takedown stuffed and Ribbit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Keita shoots in but Ribbit avoids the takedown attempt easily. Keita changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ribbit tries to avoid it but Keita manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ribbit to the ground. Ribbit escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Ribbit was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Keita misses with a takedown attempt and Ribbit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Keita doesn't succeed with the takedown#KD# and Ribbit counters with a crisp right hand that drops Keita! Ribbit lets Keita back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC# Keita is rocked!#T3# Keita misses with a takedown attempt and Ribbit counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Keita looks winded! Keita shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Keita misses with a hook to the body
and Ribbit counters with a massive hook, right on the button! He's out cold! Damn, that was naaaaaasty! Hopefully he'll be OK.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Frog Ribbit! Frog Ribbit decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
Madness: Fight Night 3
Date: Aug 14, 2019 |
#R1# Ruas throws a lazy uppercut
and Ribbit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. A shot to the body from Ruas misses and Ribbit counters with a good low kick that Ruas was not able to check. Ruas 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. Ruas looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Ruas shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ribbit as he jumps to the side. Ruas rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#CL2# and Ribbit counters by moving into the clinch. Ruas is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. Ruas can't break the clinch.
Ruas is trying to stall.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ribbit misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Ruas.
Ribbit swings wildly with an uppercut but Ruas uses good head movement to avoid it. Ribbit misses with a body punch.
Ruas tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Ribbit just stands there and leans against the cage.#T1# Nice body punch from Ribbit. Ruas lands a right hand. Ribbit landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Ruas is breathing heavily. Ruas takes a shot to the head. Ribbit scores with a shot to the side of Ruas's head. Ribbit avoids a wild elbow strike from Ruas. Ribbit lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Ruas or not. Ribbit lands with a light punch inside. Ribbit lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Ruas backwards. Ruas's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#CUT2# It looks like Carlos Ruas has been cut. A battle for position here, against the cage. Ribbit scores with a shoulder strike. 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! Ruas missing with knees to the body.
Ruas has a couple of punches blocked by Ribbit.
Ribbit lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Ribbit digs a right hand underneath Ruas's ribcage. Ruas let out a lung full of air as it connected. A short left from Ribbit. Ribbit presses Ruas against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Ribbit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T2# Ribbit lands with a light punch inside. Ribbit prevents a takedown attempt there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Carlos Ruas. That's going to take a lot out of him. Ribbit throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Ribbit has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Ruas seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Ribbit can turn it around. Ribbit with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Ribbit digs a right hand into Ruas's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Ruas's gas tank. Nice body punch from Ribbit. Ribbit makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Ribbit goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Ruas misses with a hook from the clinch. Ribbit misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ribbit scores a nice knee to the body.
Ribbit pushes Ruas back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Ribbit lands with a left to the head. Ribbit misses with a knee strike.
Ruas takes a knee right on the jaw!
Ruas throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbit. Ribbit blocking some punches.
Ribbit works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
#T3# Ruas makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Stalling in the clinch from Ribbit.
Ruas wants to break free but Ribbit has control.
Ribbit scores with a knee to the head.
Ribbit unloads a knee to the mid-section. Ruas can't get the takedown.
A short left from Ribbit. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ribbit. A quick uppercut on the inside from Ribbit. Ribbit tries to land knees in the clinch but Ruas avoids the damage to the body. Ribbit scores with a shot to the side of Ruas's head. Ribbit makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. A nice right hand lands inside from Ribbit. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2# Ribbit breaks the clinch.
Ruas throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Ruas misses with a right hand and Ribbit counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Ruas shoots in for a takedown but Ribbit shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#T4# Ruas swings away with a body shot that misses
and Ribbit counters with a big right hand! Oh Ruas is in trouble here! Ribbit follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Frog Ribbit! Frog Ribbit thanked the fans post fight for their support. In defeat, Carlos Ruas stepped up to the mic, saying 'No one likes seeing their opponent's hand raised, but that just means that they were the better man today. My team at 3Band MMA and I will break down this match and make the proper changes for my next camp.'.
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Event:
Madness 5: LW Clowny Cup
Date: Jul 20, 2019 |
#R1# Tea is trying hard to land a takedown here. Ribbit sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Ribbit is clearly looking to counter with head kicks. Tea misses with a takedown and Ribbit counters with a left to the body. Tea shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ribbit as he avoids it easily. Ribbit looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ice Tea. That's going to take a lot out of him. Tea misses with a takedown and Ribbit counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2# It looks like Ice Tea has been cut. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tea gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Ribbit counters with a deadly accurate combination that rocks Tea badly! He tries to strike back but Ribbit puts an end to that with another precision combo that knocks Tea out cold! Oh man, Tea will never hear the end of this one!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Frog Ribbit! An out of breath Frog Ribbit 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:
Madness 3: HW Clowny Cup R2
Date: Jul 06, 2019 |
#R1# Bystrom lands with a good body shot. Ribbit defending well as Bystrom loads up on a big left hand. Ribbit on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CUT# It looks like Frog Ribbit has been cut. Bystrom misses with a jab, cross combination.
#CL# Bystrom forces Ribbit back against the cage and clinches. Ribbit trying to land knees to the body.
Bystrom tries a knee to the head but Ribbit blocks it.
Bystrom is working for takedown but Ribbit is calmly controlling the position for now. Ribbit crunches a lovely knee into Bystrom's ribcage. Bystrom takes a shot to the head. Knees to the body from Ribbit.
Bystrom is breathing heavily. Ribbit has Bystrom pushed against the cage. Bystrom goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T1# Ribbit lands with a short shot to the head. Bystrom avoiding damage as Ribbit throws knees to the body.
Ribbit struggles to land a body shot inside as Bystrom controls his hands.
A right handed body shot lands from Ribbit.
Ribbit tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bystrom's elbow. Ribbit tries to work over Bystrom's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Ribbit managing to block the knees to the body from Bystrom.
Bystrom has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ribbit avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. A short body shot lands from Ribbit as the two fighters clinch.
Ribbit tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
A short uppercut from Ribbit. Ribbit misses with some punches.
Ribbit is looking to break free of the clinch but Bystrom has double underhooks. Bystrom landing knees to the body.
#T2# Bystrom blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Bystrom blocking some punches.
#BC# Bystrom breaks the clinch.
Ribbit uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bystrom. Ribbit flicks out a counter leg kick but Bystrom steps away. Bystrom throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Despite the aggression on Ribbit's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Bystrom throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bystrom swings widly with a right hand
and Ribbit counters with a lovely straight right hand! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Bystrom throws a right hand that misses
and Ribbit counters with a stiff right hand. Bystrom stuns Ribbit with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Bystrom throws a lazy uppercut
and Ribbit counters with a straight right hand. Bystrom misses with a body shot.
Bystrom throws a head kick that misses. #T3# Ouch! a nice leg kick from Bystrom, right into the meat.
Bystrom misses with a wild body shot. Ribbit only half commits to the counter leg kick. Bystrom misses the jab. Bystrom dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Bystrom closes the distance but Ribbit moves to the side and Ribbit counters with a lovely straight right hand! Bystrom comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Ribbit takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bystrom tries to clinch and Ribbit makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Bystrom really felt that one! Bystrom scores with a sloppy right hand. Ribbit should have avoided that one. Bystrom throws a predictable looking body shot
and Ribbit counters with a stiff right hand. #ROC2# Bystrom is rocked!#T4# Bystrom throws a predictable looking body shot
and Ribbit counters with a series of strikes that practically lifts Bystrom off his feet! He tumbles backwards, his head bouncing off the mat - Ribbit follows up with more strikes before the ref can step in but Bystrom was out before he hit the floor.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Frog Ribbit! A victorious Frog Ribbit 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:
EMP Paddington vs Sainty
Date: Apr 05, 2019 |
#R1# Nessy throws a one two combo.
#TD2# Nessy closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Ribbit has a hand on Nessy's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Nessy takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Ribbit tries to reverse the position but Nessy maintains control. Nessy misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Ribbit is trying desperately to improve position. Ribbit wants to control but Nessy is having none of it. Ribbit knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Nessy on the ground. Ribbit really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Ribbit on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Ribbit tries to get out of the position. Nessy lands a big shot there that rocks Ribbit but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2# Nessy jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Ribbit manages to avoid the submission attempt. Nessy controls the position. Ribbit is looking to reverse the position. Nessy has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1##SUB2# Nessy is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ribbit knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2# Nessy has hold of Ribbit's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Ribbit seems comfortable defending it but Nessy has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Ribbit is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Ribbit is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Nessy couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:13 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Hen Nessy! During a confident post fight interview, Hen Nessy thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
EMP Thomas vs Ahma
Date: Mar 16, 2019 |
#R1# An inside leg kick lands from Steiner. Steiner throws a poor cross that misses
and Ribbit counters with a straight right hand. Steiner misses with a straight right. A left lands for Steiner. Steiner loads up on a big right hand but Ribbit slips the punch. Ribbit is trying to counter with his kicks. Steiner cracks Ribbit with a good jab. Ribbit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Steiner.
Steiner tries to score with a low kick but Ribbit moves his leg out of the way. A low kick from Steiner misses #CL2# and Ribbit counters into the clinch. Nicely done. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ribbit struggles to land a body shot inside as Steiner controls his hands.
Steiner prevents a body shot from Ribbit. A quick uppercut on the inside from Ribbit. Ribbit pushes Steiner back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Ribbit stalling.
Steiner blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T1# Ribbit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Ribbit makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. A left hand lands to the body for Ribbit.
Ribbit takes a shot to the head. Ribbit pushes Steiner back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Ribbit tries to land a knee to the head but Steiner blocks with his arms.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Steiner. Ribbit swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Steiner blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Steiner avoiding damage as Ribbit throws knees to the body.
Ribbit lands a body punch. Ribbit lands a hook to the side of the head. Ribbit misses with a knee strike.
Ribbit scores a nice knee to the body.
Steiner is breathing heavily. Ribbit is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Steiner is defending well for now. Steiner blocks a body shot from Ribbit. A head punch on the inside from Steiner fails to land. Ribbit tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Steiner's elbow. #T2# Ribbit lands an uppercut. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Ribbit has the Thai clinch. He lands a big knee to the head that stumbles Steiner - he's in trouble! Another big knee to the head from Ribbit, and another! Steiner is out on his feet - the ref jumps in to save him and ends the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knees). Frog Ribbit!
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Event:
EMP Toivonen vs Ispa
Date: Feb 17, 2019 |
#R1# Jones throws a right hand that misses
and Ribbit makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick. Jones connects with a jab. Jones swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jones throws a hook to the side of Ribbit's head but Ribbit sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Ribbit slips a jab from Jones. Ribbit ducks under a wild hook from Jones. Jones throws the left hand but Ribbit avoids the punch easily. Jones swings widly with a right hand
enabling Ribbit to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT# It looks like Hank Jones has been cut. Ribbit walks into a left hand. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jones lands a jab to the nose. Jones stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Jones looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Ribbit was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. This has been an exciting period of action! Jones throws a big shot that misses. Ribbit looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger. Jones misses with a left hand and Ribbit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T1# Jones paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Jones misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ribbit half committed to a counter leg kick. Jones 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.#CL2# Jones clinches up with Ribbit and pushes him back against the cage. Ribbit lands a shoulder strike. Ribbit tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
#BC# Ribbit breaks from the clinch.
Jones lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Ribbit uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jones. Ribbit swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Jones misses with a hook. Ribbit ducked under it nicely. Jab from Jones. Jones misses with a jab, cross combination.
Ribbit is looking to counter the offense by Jones and move into the clinch. A big right from Jones misses. Jones jabbing away but nothing is landing. Ribbit looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.#T2# Jones lands with a right hand. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Ribbit dodges the punch combination from Jones.
Ribbit seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. Ribbit moves away from the strike by Jones. Ribbit looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger. Jones is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Ribbit had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté. Jones misses with a lunging right hand
#CL# and Ribbit holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. Ribbit lands a nice uppercut. Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A right handed body shot lands from Ribbit.
Jones takes a shot to the head. Jones tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Ribbit scores with a hook to the body. A short right from Ribbit on the inside. Jones's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Ribbit lands with a short shot to the head. Ribbit misses with a knee to the head. Knees in the clinch landing for Ribbit.
#T3# Jones misses with some punches.
Ribbit tries to land knees in the clinch but Jones avoids the damage to the body. Ribbit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ribbit lands on the inside with an uppercut. Ribbit lands a left hand that snaps the head of Jones backwards. Jones on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Jones has a couple of punches blocked by Ribbit.
A head punch on the inside from Jones fails to land. Ribbit blocks an uppercut.
Jones fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ribbit trying to land knees to the body.
Ribbit tries to land knees in the clinch but Jones avoids the damage to the body. Ribbit pushes Jones back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Ribbit lands a hook to the side of the head. A short right from Ribbit. Ribbit throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Jones blocks it with crossed arms. A shot in the inside from Ribbit. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A short right from Jones on the inside. Ribbit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#BC# Ribbit breaks the clinch.
#T4# Ribbit slips under a jab from Jones. Jones throws an off balance right hand
#CL# and Ribbit holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. Ribbit pushes Jones back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Ribbit softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Ribbit tries a body shot but Jones blocks it.
Jones missing with knees to the body.
Ribbit blocking some punches.
Come on Ribbit - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Jones tries to pull guard but Ribbit won't allow it.
Ribbit lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Good body shot from Ribbit.
A short right from Ribbit on the inside. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Jones misses with a hook from the clinch. #KD# Ribbit drops Jones with a big knee straight up the middle! Jones is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet! #ROC# Jones is rocked! Jones throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Ribbit counters with a huge overhand right that connects right on the temple, sending him crumpling, face first to the floor! This one is all over! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Frog Ribbit!
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Event:
EMP Impaler vs Koniu
Date: Jan 13, 2019 |
#R1# Antoski closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Nice jab there from Antoski. We've been told by Antoski's head coaches at Guerrilla MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. Antoski's jab looks to have found its range, popping Ribbit under the eye. Ribbit throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Antoski to counter with a crisp jab. Ribbit throws a lazy right hand but Antoski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Antoski is looking for a counter combo. Ribbit ducks under a wild hook from Antoski. Ribbit scores with a jab. Ribbit throws a push kick but Antoski slaps the foot to one side. Ribbit throws a lazy right hand but Antoski sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Ribbit misses with a body kick. Antoski feints and then cracks Ribbit's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Ribbit down. Ribbit fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. This has been an exciting period of action! A lazy body kick from Ribbit and Antoski counters with a straight right hand.#T1# Good work by Antoski as he checks the leg kick. Ribbit throws an off balance right hand
and Antoski counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. Antoski takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards. Ribbit fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Antoski has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage. Ribbit misses with a right hand and Antoski counters with a series of strikes. Ribbit will be more careful next time no doubt. An inside leg kick from Antoski misses. Ribbit connects with a body shot. Ribbit slips under a jab from Antoski. Ribbit has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Ribbit throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Antoski tried to counter with a leg kick but Ribbit avoided it. Antoski swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Antoski stuns Ribbit with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Antoski keeps the fight on the outside. Antoski was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T2# Ribbit cracks Antoski with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL# Antoski gets in close and instigates a clinch. Ribbit misses with a body punch.
Ribbit misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ribbit lands with a light punch inside. Knees in the clinch landing for Ribbit.
Ribbit lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Ribbit landing knees to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ribbit. Antoski tries a body shot but Ribbit blocks it.
Ribbit struggles to land a body shot inside as Antoski controls his hands.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Antoski. Antoski tries to throw a body punch but Ribbit avoids it by throwing Antoski back against the cage. Antoski works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Ribbit blocking some punches.
Antoski tries to work over Ribbit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3# Antoski misses with a body punch.
Antoski blocks an uppercut.
Antoski blocking some punches.
Ribbit with a knee to the head.
Ribbit misses with some punches.
Ribbit misses with a body punch.
Antoski lands a hook that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. Ribbit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ribbit tries a body shot but Antoski blocks it.
Ribbit lands a nice uppercut. Ribbit lands a nice shot to the body. Antoski misses with a hook from the clinch. Ribbit landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Antoski is breathing heavily. Ribbit working some nice short punches in the clinch. Ribbit lands a hook that snaps the head of Antoski backwards. Ribbit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ribbit throws a knee to the head but misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Ribbit working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T4# Knees to the body from Ribbit.
Ribbit struggles to land a body shot inside as Antoski controls his hands.
Ribbit lands with a right to the head. Ribbit lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Antoski. Ribbit lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Ribbit tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Ribbit lands with a left to the head. A short left from Ribbit. Antoski throws a head punch that misses. Ribbit stalling in the clinch but Antoski improves position. The referee is keeping an eye on Ribbit - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Ribbit struggles to land a body shot inside as Antoski controls his hands.
Ribbit lands a hook to the side of the head. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Ribbit with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Ribbit cracks Antoski with a nice body shot. Ribbit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ribbit. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Frog Ribbit 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# Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Ribbit.
Ribbit feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Antoskis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Antoski throws a low kick but it's checked well by Ribbit. Ribbit looks like he wants to counter punch here. Ribbit lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Ribbit blocks a jab. Frog Ribbit is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Ribbit throws a big shot that misses. Antoski appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick. Ribbit avoids the body shot from Antoski.
Antoski takes a kick to the body and keeps moving. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Antoski checks a low kick from Ribbit. Ribbit avoids the body shot from Antoski.
Ribbit uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Ribbit misses with a right hand and Antoski counters with a low kick, right behind Ribbit 's knee. #T1# A looping hook to the body misses from Antoski. Ribbit does a little dance to reset his feet. Ribbit has been the more effective fighter overall so far. A low kick from Antoski is predictable there and Ribbit counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Ribbit throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Antoski throws a body kick that misses #CL2# and Ribbit counters into the clinch. Nicely done. Antoski misses with a punch to the body.
Ribbit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ribbit. Ribbit misses with some punches.
Ribbit tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Antoski avoids it. Frog Ribbit seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far. Ribbit blocks a body shot from Antoski. Ribbit missing with knees to the body.
Antoski prevents a body shot from Ribbit. Antoski goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Antoski lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. #T2# Antoski tries to work over Ribbit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Ribbit unloads a knee to the mid-section. Antoski lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh. Ribbit blocking some punches.
Antoski tries a body shot but Ribbit blocks it.
Antoski lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Ribbit backwards. The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Antoski tries a body shot but Ribbit blocks it.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Ribbit pushes Antoski back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Ribbit tries to break free but Antoski pushes him back against the cage. Antoski gets through Ribbit's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Ribbit swings wildly with an uppercut but Antoski uses good head movement to avoid it. Good anti-grappling being displayed by Antoski as Ribbit tries to tie him up. Antoski blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Ribbit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ribbit tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Antoski blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Antoski swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T3# Ribbit struggles to land a body shot inside as Antoski controls his hands.
Ribbit tries to land knees in the clinch but Antoski avoids the damage to the body. Ribbit misses with the head strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Ribbit. Antoski tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Ribbit lands with a right to the head. Antoski misses with a punch to the body.
Antoski lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Ribbit. A head punch blocked on the inside by Antoski. Ribbit lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Antoski backwards. A battle for position here, against the cage. Ribbit misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ribbit. Antoski can't find room to land a body shot as Ribbit controls the action.
#BC2# Ribbit breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ribbit throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Antoski counters with a low kick, right behind Ribbit 's knee. #T4# Antoski misses with a low kick as Ribbit jumps back. Antoski walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Ribbit thuds his shin into the meat of Antoski's side. Frog Ribbit seems to be getting the better of the standup. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Ribbit throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Antoski slips a jab and a cross from Ribbit.
Antoski misses with a low kick.
Antoski sets himself, and Ribbit steps forward looking for the clinch! Antoski avoids it this time. A clash of legs there as Antoski blocks the low kick. Ribbit lands with a straight right. Antoski didn't see that one coming. An inside leg kick from Ribbit misses. Antoski slips a straight right by Ribbit. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Frog Ribbit 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. 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# Ribbit connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Ribbit scores with a hook. Ribbit misses with a wild combination.
Antoski throws a low kick but it's checked well by Ribbit. Ribbit doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Antoski looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Antoski wants to slow Ribbit down by chopping away at his legs. Ribbit throws a right hand that Antoski ducks under and follows up with a left that Antoski also avoids with ease. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Nice cross by Ribbit. Antoski throws a nice outside leg kick. Antoski on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T1# Antoski is looking to chop away at Ribbit's legs. Antoski moves out of range as Ribbit strikes. Antoski appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body. A slapping leg kick lands for Antoski.
Frog Ribbit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Ribbit lands with a kick to the ribs.
Ribbit throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Ribbit is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Antoski. Ribbit throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. Ribbit with a body punch. A glancing blow. Ribbit misses with an uppercut. Antoski looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger. Ribbit swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Ribbit moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body. Shawn Antoski has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# 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! Ribbit misses with a combination
and Antoski counters with a nice low kick that buckles Ribbit's knee momentarily. Antoski lands with a cross. Ribbit misses the shot to the body. Ribbit fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Antoski manages to avoid it. Ribbit throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Antoski cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Ribbit dips to his left and cracks Antoski with an uppercut! Antoski misses with a looping right. Ribbit scores with a punch to the head. Antoski walks forward, straight into a front kick from Ribbit.#T3# Ribbit walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Antoski checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side. Antoski fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Antoski uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ribbit. Antoski appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick. Antoski dodges the punch combination from Ribbit.
Antoski looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it. Antoski misses with a shot to the body and Ribbit cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL# Antoski clinches up with Ribbit and pushes him back against the cage. Ribbit is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Antoski is defending well for now. Ribbit lands an uppercut. Antoski misses with the head strike.
#T4# Antoski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Antoski doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Antoski. A short right hand to the side of the head by Antoski. A shot in the inside from Antoski. Ribbit lands a body shot in the clinch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily. Antoski misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ribbit tries a body shot but Antoski blocks it.
Antoski lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Ribbit swings wildly with an uppercut but Antoski uses good head movement to avoid it. Ribbit trying to land knees to the body.
Antoski misses with the head strike.
Antoski misses with a punch on the inside.
Antoski misses with a hook to the ribs.
Antoski lands a body punch in the clinch. Antoski struggles to land a body shot inside as Ribbit controls his hands.
Ribbit lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Antoski backwards.
And that's the end of the fight! Frog Ribbit comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Ribbit has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 27:30 Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 27:30 Judge Eddie Farnsworth scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Frog Ribbit!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 20, 2017 |
#R1# Panipa misses with the combination.
#CL# Ribbit closes the distance and pushes Panipa back into the cage. Ribbit is working Panipa over against the cage.#BC2# Panipa pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Panipa is looking to land body kicks. Panipa throws a jab but it's blocked by Ribbit. Ribbit is looking to counter the offense by Panipa and move into the clinch. Ribbit tries to clinch but Panipa moves out of range. #CL# Ribbit fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Panipa, pushing him back against the cage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Panipa looking to throw knees to the head but Ribbit is blocking nicely.
Panipa keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Ribbit's efforts to push away. Panipa leaning his opponent against the cage. Ribbit lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1# Panipa misses with a knee to the head. Panipa is looking to break free of the clinch but Ribbit has double underhooks. Panipa leaning his opponent against the cage. Panipa goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ribbit prevents it.
Panipa jumps guard but Ribbit turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. Panipa fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Frog Ribbit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Inzak Panipa.#BC2# Panipa's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL# Ribbit closes the distance and pushes Panipa back into the cage. Ribbit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2##TD2# Panipa jumps guard and drags Ribbit to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. Ribbit sitting in guard, not really doing much. Panipa tries to land a sweep but no joy. Ribbit 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. Panipa can't keep his opponent in guard - Ribbit advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T3# Ribbit moves into full mount! Panipa won't be happy about that! #SU# Ribbit gets to his feet and calls his opponent to stand. Here come the fireworks! Ribbit tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Panipa manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL# Ribbit moves into the clinch. Ribbit is leaning against Panipa and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Ribbit tries to break the clinch but Panipa is controlling the position. Ribbit lands a right hand. #T4# Ribbit lands a body punch in the clinch. #BC2# Panipa manages to break the clinch.
Panipa misses with a head kick.
Panipa with a poor takedown and Ribbit counters with a three punch combo that has Panipa backing up. Panipa nods at Ribbit to acknowledge the strikes. Ribbit tries to clinch but Panipa moves out of range. Panipa moves in looking to clinch but Ribbit pushes him off. Ribbit tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Panipa wants to counter with a clinch but Ribbit pushes him away. Panipa tries to close the distance and clinch up but Ribbit swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL# Ribbit gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2# Panipa breaks the clinch.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Ribbit tries to clinch there but Panipa circles away.
#CL# Ribbit clinches up with Panipa and pushes him back against the cage. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Ribbit. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Frog Ribbit dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2##CL2# Panipa closes the distance and clinches. Panipa misses with a punch to the body.
#BC2# Panipa breaks the clinch.
Ribbit tries to clinch but Panipa moves out of range. Panipa shoots and misses and Ribbit counters with a lovely straight right hand! Frog Ribbit is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Ribbit moves in looking to clinch but Panipa pushes him off. Ribbit stuffs the takedown attempt from Panipa. Panipa gets slowly back to his feet. #CL# Ribbit has managed to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ribbit lands a right hand that snaps the head of Panipa backwards. Panipa tries to pull guard but Ribbit forces him back to his feet, against the cage. Frog Ribbit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Inzak Panipa. Ribbit working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Ribbit.#T1# Ribbit lands a body punch. Panipa tries for a takedown. No joy.
Ribbit working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Panipa fails to pull guard.
Panipa's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Panipa drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Ribbit wants to get back to striking at distance but Panipa won't allow it.
A short body shot lands from Ribbit as the two fighters clinch.
Panipa stalling in the clinch.
#BC2# Panipa manages to break the clinch.
#CL# Ribbit darts in and clinches Panipa up against the cage.#T2# Ribbit lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Ribbit lands with a short shot to the head. Panipa blocks a body shot from Ribbit. Panipa has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Ribbit is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Panipa fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Ribbit tries to throw a body punch but Panipa avoids it by throwing Ribbit back against the cage. Panipa is trying to pull guard but Ribbit turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch. Ribbit is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Panipa can do to turn this around? Ribbit tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Panipa fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Ribbit lands on the inside with an uppercut. This has been an exciting period of action! Ribbit stops a takedown attempt from Panipa.
Panipa misses with an elbow over the top. Panipa is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Ribbit is defending well. Frog Ribbit has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T3##BC# Ribbit's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Ribbit tries to clinch up. Panipa shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Ribbit fails with an attempt to clinch.
#CL# Ribbit moves into the clinch. Panipa keeps control of Ribbit as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #BC2# Panipa breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Panipa wants to clinch up but Ribbit keeps it at a distance. Panipa shoots in for a takedown but Ribbit shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.#CL# Ribbit clinches with his opponent.
Ribbit stalling.
A frustrated look appears on Ribbit's face as he tries to break the clinch. Panipa jumps guard but Ribbit turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. #T4# Ribbit digs a right hand into Panipa's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Panipa's gas tank. Ribbit gets underhooks to prevent Panipa's takedown attempt.
Panipa is trying to pull guard but Ribbit has him pressed against the cage. A nice left hand lands by Ribbit.
Panipa tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Ribbit smiles and moves away.
Panipa with a poor takedown and Ribbit counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Panipa is breathing heavily.#CL# Ribbit gets in close and instigates a clinch. Ribbit scores with a nice hook to the head. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Panipa looking to slow down the pace here. Ribbit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Panipa letting Ribbit take a breather here. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Frog Ribbit dominated that second round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round! #R3##CL2# Panipa closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Both guys are working to get underhooks. #BC2# Panipa escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A combination from Panipa does no damage. Panipa gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Panipa takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Ribbit slaps away a takedown attempt from Panipa, before circling back to the center of the mat. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ribbit is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Ribbit wants to clinch.#T1# Panipa swats away the attempt to clinch by Ribbit. Panipa appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. Inzak Panipa seems to be getting the better of the standup. Panipa misses with a takedown and Ribbit counters with a one-two to the body. #ROC# Panipa is rocked! Frog Ribbit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Inzak Panipa.#CL# Ribbit clinches with his opponent.
Panipa fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Panipa is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Ribbit to keep the fight standing. The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. Panipa tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#BC# Ribbit breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T2# Ribbit tries to clinch there but Panipa circles away.
#CL# Ribbit forces Panipa back against the cage and clinches. Ribbit gets underhooks to prevent Panipa's takedown attempt.
Panipa can't get the takedown.
A head punch on the inside from Ribbit fails to land. Panipa tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Ribbit just stands there and leans against the cage. Panipa throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Ribbit blocks it with crossed arms. Ribbit doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Ribbit scores with a hook to the body. Panipa takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Ribbit is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace. Ribbit stops a takedown attempt from Panipa.
Panipa tries to pull guard but Ribbit forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#T3##BC# Ribbit breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Panipa tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ribbit paws at him with a jab and circles away.#CL# Panipa gets tackled into the cage by Ribbit. Ribbit maintains the clinch. Ribbit is trying to break free. Ribbit misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ribbit avoids a wild elbow strike from Panipa. Ribbit throws a punch but it's blocked by Panipa. #BC2# Panipa breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Ribbit checks a leg kick. Ribbit seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. Panipa misses with a body kick. Panipa swats away the attempt to clinch by Ribbit.#T4# Ribbit wants to clinch. Ribbit wants to clinch up but Panipa keeps it at a distance. Panipa unleashes a big counter combination but Ribbit bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Panipa takes a jab right on the kisser.
The fight stays on the outside here - Ribbit looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Ribbit doesn't manage to clinch there - Panipa circles away.
Ribbit tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Panipa manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. And Panipa responds with a good body kick, but Ribbit manages to step out the way in time.#CL2# Panipa instigates a clinch. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Panipa has Ribbit pressed against the cage, preventing Ribbit from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Ribbit can't find room to land a body shot as Panipa controls the action.
Inzak Panipa has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Panipa throws a punch but it's blocked by Ribbit.
And that's the end of the fight! Frog Ribbit showed his dominance in that final round. Well Ribbit has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27 Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:27 Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Frog Ribbit!
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