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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 31, 2023 |
#R1##CL2# Colucci moves into the clinch. Bryzgalov looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this! Colucci throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bryzgalovs head. Colucci scores with a nice hook to the head. Colucci lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Colucci gets through Bryzgalov's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Colucci lands with a light punch inside. A shot in the inside from Colucci. Colucci scores with a shot to the side of Bryzgalov's head. #ROC2#Bryzgalov is rocked! This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Colucci throws a big uppercut that drops Bryzgalov! More strikes from Colucci and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Bryzgalov lies dazed against the cage as Colucci celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michel Colucci! A relieved looking Michel Colucci 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:
WFC Rio de Janeiro 5
Date: Jul 22, 2023 |
#R1##CL2# Colucci clinches up against the cage. Colucci swings wildly with an uppercut but Bon Hwa uses good head movement to avoid it. Bon Hwa avoiding damage.
Colucci swings wildly with an uppercut but Bon Hwa uses good head movement to avoid it. Bon Hwa blocks an uppercut.
Colucci tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Colucci blocking some punches.
Colucci blocks an uppercut.
Colucci swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bon Hwa misses with a punch on the inside.
Bon Hwa tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Bon Hwa is trying to maintain a safe position but Colucci gets an underhook and turns Bon Hwa into the cage. Colucci tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A nice left hand lands by Bon Hwa.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci scores with a shoulder strike. Bon Hwa blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Colucci scores with a nice short uppercut. Colucci throws a punch but it's blocked by Bon Hwa. Colucci fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Colucci misses with a punch on the inside.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Colucci 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. Still in the clinch, Bon Hwa scores with a nice short uppercut. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Bon Hwa lands a right hand. #T1# Colucci tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Still in the clinch, Bon Hwa scores with a nice short uppercut. Colucci gets through Bon Hwa's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bon Hwa. Bon Hwa throws a head punch that misses. Bon Hwa swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Colucci misses with some punches.
Colucci has a couple of punches blocked by Bon Hwa.
Colucci blocks an uppercut.
Colucci fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC# Bon Hwa breaks the clinch.
#CL2# Colucci clinches. Bon Hwa misses with a hook from the clinch. Bon Hwa blocks an uppercut.
Colucci misses with a short punch on the inside. A short right from Bon Hwa. Bon Hwa lands a right hand that snaps the head of Colucci backwards. This has been an exciting period of action! Bon Hwa working aggressively here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bon Hwa. Colucci throws a head punch that misses. Colucci lands on the inside with an uppercut. Bon Hwa working aggressively here.
#T2# The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Bon Hwa takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. Bon Hwa lands a right hand that snaps the head of Colucci backwards. Bon Hwa effectively controlling the action here. Bon Hwa lands a nice uppercut. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bon Hwa. Bon Hwa throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Coluccis head. Colucci blocking some punches.
Bon Hwa gets through Colucci's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Bon Hwa's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bon Hwa. Bon Hwa misses with some punches.
Colucci blocks an uppercut.
Bon Hwa misses with some punches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Bon Hwa. A head punch blocked on the inside by Colucci. A head punch blocked on the inside by Colucci. Bon Hwa makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Colucci swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bon Hwa lands a right hand. Colucci tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3# Bon Hwa gets through Colucci's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Bon Hwa blocking some punches.
Bon Hwa misses with a short punch on the inside. Bon Hwa has a couple of punches blocked by Colucci.
Bon Hwa swings wildly with an uppercut but Colucci uses good head movement to avoid it. Bon Hwa blocks an uppercut.
Colucci has a couple of punches blocked by Bon Hwa.
#BC# Bon Hwa breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bon Hwa circles away from the clinch attempt and Bon Hwa counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#It looks like Michel Colucci has been cut.#CL2# Colucci fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bon Hwa, pushing him back against the cage. Bon Hwa misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC# Bon Hwa breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL# Bon Hwa moves into the clinch. Colucci working aggressively here.
Bon Hwa swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Colucci. Bon Hwa working aggressively here.
Colucci misses with the head strike.
#T4# Colucci 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! Colucci working aggressively here.
Colucci misses with the head strike.
Bon Hwa throws a head punch that misses. Colucci lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. A head punch blocked on the inside by Colucci. Bon Hwa lands with a right to the head. Bon Hwa misses with some punches.
Bon Hwa throws a punch but it's blocked by Colucci. A nice left hand lands by Bon Hwa.
Bon Hwa misses with a hook from the clinch. Bon Hwa blocks a punch to the side of the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Colucci creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. A head punch blocked on the inside by Bon Hwa. Bon Hwa lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bon Hwa lands with a left to the head. Bon Hwa misses with a punch on the inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Bon Hwa lands with a short head shot on the inside. A head punch blocked on the inside by Colucci. Colucci throws a head punch that misses. A head punch on the inside from Colucci fails to land. Colucci blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kil Bon Hwa dominated that round. The cut man is working on Michel Colucci's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2# Colucci showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bon Hwa.
#CL2# Colucci gets in close and instigates a clinch. Bon Hwa throws a head punch that misses. Bon Hwa leaning his opponent against the cage. Colucci working aggressively here.
Bon Hwa swings wildly with an uppercut but Colucci uses good head movement to avoid it. Bon Hwa blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bon Hwa swings wildly with an uppercut but Colucci uses good head movement to avoid it. Bon Hwa blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Bon Hwa tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A short right hand to the side of the head by Bon Hwa. Bon Hwa blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Come on Bon Hwa - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Bon Hwa misses with a hook from the clinch. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Colucci. #T1# Colucci blocks an uppercut.
Bon Hwa swings wildly with an uppercut but Colucci uses good head movement to avoid it. A head punch on the inside from Colucci fails to land. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Colucci creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Bon Hwa misses with a hook from the clinch. Colucci fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Colucci swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bon Hwa scores with an uppercut up the middle. Colucci blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bon Hwa lands a hook that snaps the head of Colucci backwards. Bon Hwa blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A battle for position here, against the cage. Colucci throws a punch but it's blocked by Bon Hwa. Colucci blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bon Hwa swings wildly with an uppercut but Colucci uses good head movement to avoid it. Bon Hwa swings wildly with an uppercut but Colucci uses good head movement to avoid it. Colucci lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bon Hwa backwards. Colucci throws a head punch that misses. #T2# The referee calls for Bon Hwa to work.
A short uppercut from Bon Hwa. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Colucci blocking some punches.
Colucci's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Bon Hwa has a couple of punches blocked by Colucci.
Colucci swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bon Hwa is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Colucci can do to turn this around? Bon Hwa lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Colucci misses with the head strike.
Colucci swings wildly with an uppercut but Bon Hwa uses good head movement to avoid it. Bon Hwa working aggressively here.
Bon Hwa stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Bon Hwa blocking some punches.
#BC# Bon Hwa breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2# Colucci has closed the distance and engaged Bon Hwa in a clinch.
Bon Hwa misses with a punch on the inside.
Bon Hwa has a couple of punches blocked by Colucci.
Bon Hwa misses with the head strike.
Colucci blocking some punches.
#T3# Bon Hwa misses with a punch on the inside.
Colucci blocks an uppercut.
Kil Bon Hwa has scored more points in the clinch so far. Bon Hwa fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Colucci misses with the head strike.
Colucci blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Colucci lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. A nice right hand lands inside from Bon Hwa. Bon Hwa misses with some punches.
Colucci misses with a short punch on the inside. A nice left hand lands by Bon Hwa.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Colucci. Colucci scores with a nice hook to the head. Colucci blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Colucci blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Colucci blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bon Hwa avoiding damage.
Colucci makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Bon Hwa is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. Bon Hwa swings wildly with an uppercut but Colucci uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4# Colucci scores with a nice hook to 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! Colucci working aggressively here.
Bon Hwa misses with some punches.
Bon Hwa has a couple of punches blocked by Colucci.
Colucci misses with a short punch on the inside. Bon Hwa lands with a right to the head. Bon Hwa lands an uppercut. Bon Hwa misses with a hook from the clinch. Bon Hwa lands a right hand that snaps the head of Colucci backwards. Bon Hwa blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bon Hwa blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC# Bon Hwa breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL# Bon Hwa gets in close and instigates a clinch. Bon Hwa misses with a short punch on the inside. Bon Hwa displaying some good clinch control by pressing Colucci up against the cage. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Colucci. A head punch on the inside from Bon Hwa fails to land. Bon Hwa lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Colucci backwards. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Kil Bon Hwa dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Michel Colucci's cut. That's time! Bon Hwa's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3##CL2# Colucci closes the distance and clinches. Colucci tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A battle for position here, against the cage. Colucci misses with a short punch on the inside. Bon Hwa lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. A head punch on the inside from Bon Hwa fails to land. Bon Hwa is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Bon Hwa blocks an uppercut.
#BC# Bon Hwa breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2# Colucci gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. Colucci lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bon Hwa backwards. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci misses with a punch on the inside.
Colucci has a couple of punches blocked by Bon Hwa.
Bon Hwa misses with a short punch on the inside. Bon Hwa throws a punch but it's blocked by Colucci. Bon Hwa throws a head punch that misses. Bon Hwa tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Bon Hwa blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Bon Hwa. #T1# Bon Hwa misses with the head strike.
Bon Hwa fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Bon Hwa scores with a shoulder strike. Bon Hwa misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bon Hwa. Colucci pushes Bon Hwa back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Bon Hwa working aggressively here.
Bon Hwa lands with a right to the head. Both fighters working to control the clinch. Bon Hwa misses with the head strike.
Bon Hwa lands a nice uppercut. Colucci misses with a short punch on the inside. Bon Hwa misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC# Bon Hwa breaks from the clinch.
#CL2# Colucci takes the fight into the clinch. Bon Hwa lands a hook to the side of the head. Bon Hwa blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. A quick uppercut on the inside from Bon Hwa. Bon Hwa scores with a nice hook to the head. Michel Colucci has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Bon Hwa swings wildly with an uppercut but Colucci uses good head movement to avoid it. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Colucci. A head punch on the inside from Colucci fails to land. Colucci blocking some punches.
Bon Hwa misses with a hook from the clinch. Colucci lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bon Hwa backwards. Bon Hwa swings wildly with an uppercut but Colucci uses good head movement to avoid it. A short left from Bon Hwa. Colucci misses with a hook from the clinch. Colucci swings wildly with an uppercut but Bon Hwa uses good head movement to avoid it. Bon Hwa scores with a shot to the side of Colucci's head. Bon Hwa tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Bon Hwa misses with the head strike.
Bon Hwa working aggressively here.
Kil Bon Hwa is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Colucci. #BC# Bon Hwa escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bon Hwa scores with a nice strike. Colucci takes one to the side of the head.
#T3##CL2# Colucci clinches up against the cage. Bon Hwa blocking some punches.
Bon Hwa has a couple of punches blocked by Colucci.
Bon Hwa misses with a punch on the inside.
Bon Hwa looking to stall.
Colucci misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Colucci fails to land. Colucci has a couple of punches blocked by Bon Hwa.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Colucci. Colucci blocks an uppercut.
Colucci swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Bon Hwa swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Colucci misses with a short punch on the inside. A short right hand to the side of the head by Bon Hwa. Colucci working aggressively here.
Bon Hwa fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Colucci throws a punch but it's blocked by Bon Hwa. #T4##BC# Bon Hwa pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Colucci catches Bon Hwa with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Bon Hwa is looking to clinch but Colucci is avoiding it.
#CL# Bon Hwa closes the distance and presses his opponent up against 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! Colucci throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Bon Hwas head. Colucci blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bon Hwa misses with a short punch on the inside. Colucci takes a shot to the head. Colucci gets through Bon Hwa's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Colucci throws a punch but it's blocked by Bon Hwa. Bon Hwa is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath. A head punch on the inside from Bon Hwa fails to land. Colucci blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Colucci misses with a hook from the clinch. Bon Hwa misses with a hook from the clinch. Colucci lands with a light punch inside. Bon Hwa misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight! Kil Bon Hwa showed his dominance in that final round. Well Bon Hwa 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 Matheus Silva scores the fight 30:27 Judge Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 30:27 Judge Edson Gomes scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Kil Bon Hwa! A victorious Kil Bon Hwa thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
TWGC 39 (265lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: May 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 27 losses; Lurch Addams! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 5 losses; Michel Colucci! The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Steve Smith and Alec Ball.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2# Colucci moves into the clinch.#TD# Addams gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Addams (2) vs (0) Colucci Addams will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Addams pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Colucci is keeping the position for now. Addams is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2# Colucci working for a triangle but Addams defends it easily.
Addams engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2# Colucci is looking for a triangle but Addams pushes his legs off easily.
Addams stays in close to Colucci's body and controls the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Colucci looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Addams wants to pass the guard but Colucci is keeping the position. Addams slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T1# Addams passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Addams (5) vs (0) Colucci Addams in side control, just content to control the action for now. Colucci is trying to improve his position. Addams controlling the position. Addams seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Colucci for as long as he can get away with. Addams continues to stall. Colucci is trying to improve his position. Colucci is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Addams off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Addams (5) vs (4) Colucci#T2##SUB2# Addams fending off the submission attempt from Colucci. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Addams breaks Colucci's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Addams (7) vs (4) Colucci Addams controls the pace of the fight for a moment. Addams'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. Colucci tries to land a sweep but no joy. Addams sitting in guard, not really doing much. Addams passes Colucci's left leg - he's now in half guard. Addams is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Colucci! Score +3 for passing guard: Addams (10) vs (4) Colucci#T3# Colucci can't escape the position.
Addams controlling from the full mount. More hug and hope from Addams. Colucci is trying to escape the mount but Addams keeps good control and instead manages to take Colucci's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Addams (13) vs (4) Colucci Addams is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Addams has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB# Addams looking for the choke but no joy. #T4# Addams is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. Will Addams go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Colucci is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Colucci manages to reverse the position and now he's in Addams's guard. Nice work there by Colucci.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Addams (13) vs (6) Colucci Colucci won't allow Addams to sweep him here. Addams manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Colucci manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Addams (15) vs (6) Colucci Addams is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Addams has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T5# Colucci can't keep his opponent in guard - Addams advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. Colucci is looking for a sweep. Addams is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Addams is controlling the pace.
Addams wants to lay and pray for a moment but Colucci keeps working. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Addams works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Addams (18) vs (6) Colucci Addams controlling his opponent. This is a sustained period of stalling by Addams. Colucci bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Addams (18) vs (8) Colucci#T6# Addams controls Colucci momentarily but Colucci frees himself. Addams keeping full guard, as Colucci tries to pass. #SUB2# Colucci drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Colucci jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Addams is trying to keep Colucci in close.
Addams is controlling Colucci's posture. Addams keeping full guard, as Colucci tries to pass. Addams is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T7# Addams is controlling Colucci's posture. Colucci won't allow Addams to sweep him here. Colucci pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Addams is keeping the position for now. Addams is pulling down on Colucci's head. It's preventing any offense from Colucci, at least for the moment.#SUB2# Colucci drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Colucci jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2# Colucci thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. Addams pulls Colucci in close to prevent any damage. Colucci wants to pass the guard but Addams is keeping the position.#SUB2# Colucci drops back, looking for a kneebar! Addams looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Addams looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Addams! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Addams (22) vs (8) Colucci#T8# Addams trying to control the action but Colucci is working from the bottom. Addams is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Colucci will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already. Colucci felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it. Colucci manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. Addams is stalling here. Colucci is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Addams seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Colucci has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Addams (22) vs (12) Colucci Addams wants to control but Colucci postures up.#SUB2# Colucci swings around for an armbar but Addams sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Colucci's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Addams (24) vs (12) Colucci Addams 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. Addams trying to control but Colucci is working from the bottom. Addams slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #T9##SUB2# Colucci looking for a guillotine here but Addams defends easily.
Addams controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2# Colucci working for a triangle but Addams defends it easily.
Addams is stalling in the full guard. Addams looking to pass the guard. #T10##SUB2# Colucci escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Addams gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Colucci keeping moving, preventing Addams from controlling successfully. Addams works a leg free and moves into half guard. Addams takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position. Addams tries to pass the half guard into mount. Colucci knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Addams is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. Addams prevents Colucci from improving his position. Addams really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape. Addams wants to lay and pray for a moment but Colucci keeps working. #T11# Colucci tries to roll over but Addams keeps him under control. Addams trying to control the pace. Addams trying to mount his opponent but Colucci defends it. Addams is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. Addams wants to take a breather but Colucci is having none of it. Addams is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Colucci is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him. Addams prevents Colucci from improving his position. Addams works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Addams (27) vs (12) Colucci Addams forces the positional change into back control. Score +3 for taking back: Addams (30) vs (12) Colucci#T12# Colucci is really stuck here.
Addams controlling the position well here. Colucci rolled but Addams kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Addams is trying to stick to Colucci's back but Colucci is turning into Addams. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Addams's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Colucci. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Addams (30) vs (14) Colucci Addams wants to sweep but no luck. Addams pulls Colucci in close to prevent any damage. Addams is trying to control the position but Colucci postures up. Colucci looking to pass the guard. Addams has his hands on Colucci's head, controlling the position. Addams tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T13# Colucci trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Addams is controlling Colucci's posture. Colucci looking to pass the guard. Addams is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. Colucci preventing the sweep. Colucci wants to pass the guard but Addams is keeping the position. Addams controlling Colucci's posture. #SUB2# Colucci is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T14# Colucci stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Addams swivels though and keeps the full guard. Addams seems keen to control Colucci's posture. Colucci tries to free his leg and advance position but Addams is retaining full guard. Colucci is fighting to break Addams's control of his arms but Addams is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Addams looking for a sweep. Not yet Addams, not yet. Addams controlling Colucci's posture.
And that's the end of the fight! Addams takes the fight on points by 30 to 14. After winning the bout, Lurch Addams 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:
SYN 804 Neckbreaker vs. Mazzio
Date: Jun 12, 2021 |
#R1# The Show fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Colucci on the side of the head.#CUT2#It looks like Michel Colucci has been cut. A nice leg kick lands there from Colucci. Colucci keeps The Show at a distance using the push kick. The Show misses with an uppercut. Colucci saw that one coming. Colucci tries to counter by clinching up but The Show breaks away and moves out of range. Colucci shoots for a double leg takedown but The Show sprawls well. He's pushed Colucci's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Nice uppercut there from Colucci. The Show throws an overhand right that lands on Colucci's shoulder, as Colucci tries to avoid the shot. Colucci throwing a counter right hand but The Show manages to avoid it. The Show looks to land a combination but Colucci avoids it well. Colucci throws a leg kick but The Show sees it coming and moves out of range. Colucci throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. As Colucci backs off The Show throws a huge counter combo but Colucci manages to avoid it all. Colucci connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Colucci gets off balance looking for a body kick and The Show counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. The Show stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and The Show wants it to stay on the feet. The Show 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.#T1# Colucci keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from The Show. Donk. The Show catches Colucci right on the button with a cross. The Show swats away the attempt to clinch by Colucci. It seemed like The Show was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Colucci throws a shot from downtown. The Show moves away and avoids it. The Show now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Colucci throws a lazy right hand but The Show sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. A lazy body kick from Colucci and The Show counters with a nice uppercut. The Show drops his hands momentarily and Colucci takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Colucci shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as The Show sprawls well. The Show wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Colucci gets slowly back to his feet. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2# The Show throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Colucci cracks a nice hook into The Show's ribs. Colucci throws out a leg kick but The Show moves out of range and Colucci only half commits. The Show throws a counter combo. Left hook, right uppercut from The Show. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL# Colucci gets in close and instigates a clinch. Colucci blocks the elbow strike.
The Show misses with a short punch on the inside. The Show lands a nice elbow. Colucci working aggressively here.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as The Show takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. Colucci tries to work over The Show's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Colucci swings away with an uppercut that misses.
The Show gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Colucci.
Colucci working aggressively here.
#T3# A right hook to the body lands for The Show.
Colucci lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of The Show backwards. The Show misses with the head strike.
The Show gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head. #CUT2#Michel Colucci's cut is getting worse. Come on The Show - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
The Show lands a left hand that snaps the head of Colucci backwards. The Show tries to work over Colucci's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2# The Show pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. A big right from The Show misses. A jab from The Show finds it's way through Colucci's defenses. The Show stuffs the takedown attempt from Colucci. Colucci gets slowly back to his feet. #T4##KD# Colucci connects with a vicious head kick that knocks The Show to the floor! Colucci dives in looking for the finish!#ROC#The Show is rocked! This has been an exciting period of action! The Show is looking for a sweep. Colucci is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. The fighters are battling for position here. The Show manages to regain full guard. Nice work. The Show tries to land a sweep but no joy. Colucci wants to pass the guard but The Show is keeping the position. The Show wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. The Show looking for a sweep. Not yet The Show, not yet. The Show seems keen to control Colucci's posture. Colucci postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Colucci working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of The Show's head. The Show looking to control.
The Show bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Colucci's guard. #REVB# And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Randy The Show will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Michel Colucci's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2# No joy there for The Show, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
A swing and a miss from The Show. Randy The Show seems to be getting the better of the standup. Colucci scores with a sloppy right hand. The Show should have avoided that one. The Show fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Colucci throws a push kick but The Show slaps the foot to one side. And an attempted straight right on the counter from The Show! But no joy. Colucci tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but The Show was well out of range. Poor timing from Colucci. The Show swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Colucci with a lazy takedown attempt and The Show cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Michel Colucci seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. The fighters circling - The Show throws out the jab but it was never going to land. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. The Show lands a nice shot that snaps Colucci's head back.
The Show gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Colucci throws a sloppy head kick and The Show moves out of range easily. #T1# Colucci keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Colucci throws a lazy body kick letting The Show counter with a right hand. A slow jab from The Show misses its intended target. Colucci lands a nice looking kick to the body. The Show takes a step back to recover. #CL# Colucci moves into the clinch. A short right from Colucci on the inside. The Show blocking some punches.
A body shot lands from Colucci.
Colucci blocking some punches.
The Show lands with a short head shot on the inside. The Show fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC2# The Show's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Colucci bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2##TD# Colucci closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. 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! The Show is trying to improve his position. Colucci creates some space and throws a big elbow, but The Show sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. The Show tries to bench press Colucci off him but Colucci keeps the position. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Colucci throws an elbow but The Show slips to the side and avoids it well. The Show avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Colucci. #SUB# Colucci is trying to get an arm triangle but The Show is defending well. Colucci in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. The Show can't do much from the bottom here. #T3# The Show manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Colucci is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of The Show's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take The Show's back! Colucci is trying to stick to The Show's back but The Show is turning into Colucci. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Colucci's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by The Show. Michel Colucci overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. The Show preventing the sweep. The Show lands a couple of decent looking shots. The Show looking to pass the guard. The Show with a flurry of punches that miss. Colucci 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. The Show landing some decent shots from guard. Colucci looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Colucci is working hard here to advance position. The Show with a nice head shot there.#CUT2#Michel Colucci's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it. The Show lands a couple of decent looking shots.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Michel Colucci's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Randy The Show! Randy The Show bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
ALPHA-1: Chaos
Date: May 22, 2021 |
#R1# Alcala delivers a nice body kick. Alcala is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Alcala throws a head kick that misses. Colucci throwing a counter right hand but Alcala manages to avoid it. Colucci blocks a head kick by Alcala.
A slow jab from Alcala misses its intended target. Alcala works over Colucci's head and body with a nice combination.#CUT2#It looks like Michel Colucci has been cut. A head kick from Alcala lands but Colucci takes it in his stride. Colucci dodges the punch combination from Alcala.
Colucci tries to land a leg kick but Alcala saw it coming and moves away.
Alcala throws out a counter right but Colucci avoids it with no problem. Colucci takes one to the side of the head.
Alcala uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Colucci. Alcala lands a head shot. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Alcala uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Colucci. Colucci throws a shot from downtown. Alcala moves away and avoids it. Alcala throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Colucci is looking to counter the offense by Alcala and move into the clinch. Colucci has his takedown stuffed and Alcala counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1##CL# Colucci instigates a clinch. Colucci lands a body punch in the clinch. #BC2# Alcala escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Alcala scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Alcala lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. Alcala throws a sloppy head kick and Colucci moves out of range easily. Alcala has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Colucci is landing a low percentage of strikes. Alcala bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Colucci's head. Colucci takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Alcala is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range. A head kick misses from Alcala. A left lands for Alcala. Alcala tries a head kick but it misses.
Colucci is looking to counter with a body kick. Rodney Alcala seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Colucci tries a head kick but it misses.
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! Alcala misses with a telegraphed body shot
#TD# and Colucci counters with a nice double leg into guard. Colucci might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Alcala wants to stand up but Colucci is controlling him. Colucci throwing strikes but missing. #ES2# Alcala has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Colucci has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.#T2# A hook to the body from Alcala.
Colucci blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Alcala looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Alcala lands with a short head shot on the inside. Alcala working aggressively here.
Alcala lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Colucci or not. Colucci scores with a shot to the side of Alcala's head. Colucci scores with an uppercut up the middle. Alcala lands on the inside with an uppercut. Alcala misses with a short punch on the inside. Alcala makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Colucci blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Alcala. Colucci misses with a hook to the ribs.
Colucci blocks a body shot from Alcala. Colucci blocks a body shot from Alcala. Alcala lands an uppercut. Alcala misses with a punch to the body.
Alcala misses with a hook from the clinch. #T3# Alcala makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Alcala lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Colucci. Colucci misses with a body punch.
Colucci works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Alcala misses with a short punch on the inside. Colucci tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Alcala lands a right hand that snaps the head of Colucci backwards. A short right from Colucci on the inside. Alcala lands a body shot in the clinch.
Colucci tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Colucci throws a head punch that misses. Alcala misses with a hook to the ribs.
A shot in the inside from Colucci. Colucci fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A right handed body shot lands from Colucci.
Alcala throws a head punch that misses. Alcala blocks an uppercut.
Alcala tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Colucci's elbow. A quick uppercut on the inside from Alcala. #T4# Alcala lands a nice uppercut. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. A short uppercut from Alcala. Colucci has a couple of punches blocked by Alcala.
Colucci misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Colucci working aggressively here.
Alcala scores with a shoulder strike. Alcala lands an uppercut. Alcala goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Alcala misses with the head strike.
Alcala doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Alcala. #BC2# Alcala breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A swing and a miss from Alcala. Alcala tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Colucci was well out of range. Poor timing from Alcala. Alcala scores with a jab. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#KD# A head kick lands from Colucci that sends Alcala to the canvas. Alcala tries to scramble back to his feet but Colucci brings him back down into side control. #ROC#Alcala is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Rodney Alcala has been cut. Colucci in side control here. He's dropped a big elbow there and Alcala looks hurt! Oh, he is hurt! Colucci turns on the heat and pounds him out for a TKO victory! Good killer instinct there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michel Colucci! A very excited looking Michel Colucci 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:
ALPHA-1: Unbreakable
Date: Apr 24, 2021 |
#R1# Kuiva takes a swing at Colucci's ribcage but misses. #CL2# Colucci fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Kuiva, pushing him back against the cage. Kuiva 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. Colucci keeps control of Kuiva as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. A nice left hand lands by Colucci.
Colucci lands with a right to the head. #TD2# Colucci ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Colucci no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. Kuiva won't allow Colucci to sweep him here. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Colucci wants to improve his position but instead Kuiva has moved into half guard.
Colucci is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Kuiva trying to control from half guard but Colucci is working away. #SUB2# Colucci with the active half guard here but Kuiva passes nicely into side control.#T1# Colucci is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Kuiva knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Colucci on the ground. Kuiva gets to mount! Colucci was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Kuiva tries to control but Colucci wriggling away. Colucci is trying to escape the mount.
Colucci bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!#T2# Colucci is looking to work some ground and pound but Kuiva has wrist control. Colucci connects with a couple of short punches. Colucci tries to free his leg and advance position but Kuiva is retaining full guard. Colucci scoring with some ground and pound. Colucci missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Colucci throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Kuiva works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Kuiva is trying to keep Colucci in close.
Kuiva preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Colucci accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Colucci throws a big elbow that misses. #T3# Colucci trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Kuiva looking to control.
Colucci won't allow Kuiva to sweep him here. Colucci working some strikes from top position. Kuiva on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Kuiva tries to get out of the position. Colucci postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Colucci connects with a couple of short punches. Kuiva managing to control the position. Colucci tries to free his leg and advance position but Kuiva is retaining full guard. Colucci working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T4# Colucci tries to free his leg and advance position but Kuiva is retaining full guard. Colucci throwing strikes from guard but Kuiva blocks nicely. Colucci throws a big elbow that misses. Colucci cracks Kuiva with a solid left hand. Colucci is looking to work some ground and pound but Kuiva has wrist control. Colucci working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Kuiva's head. Colucci missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Colucci is pushing down on Kuiva's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kuiva is fighting to maintain full guard but Colucci has managed to sneak the leg through. Colucci throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Kuiva blocking the ground and pound attempt from Colucci. Kuiva is breathing heavily. Colucci throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Colucci is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Michel Colucci dominated that round. That's time! Kuiva's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2##TD2# Colucci shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Kuiva napping and manages to drive through into side control! Check out the look on Colucci's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
#SUB2# Colucci goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Kuiva rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Colucci's guard! Nice work there by Kuiva! #SUB2# Colucci is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Colucci is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2# Colucci throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Colucci has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Colucci wants to sweep here but Kuiva controlling him for the moment. #T1##SUB2# Colucci looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kuiva controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2# Kuiva is posturing up here but Colucci has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Kuiva tries to roll out but it's too tight and Kuiva has to tap! Slick submission there by Colucci!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Michel Colucci! Michel Colucci thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SMASH: Sanchez vs Colucci
Date: Mar 20, 2021 |
#R1# Colucci throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Sanchez displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Colucci. Sanchez scores with a nice strike. Colucci takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch. Sanchez throws a body punch but Colucci moves out of range. Colucci uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sanchez.#CL# Sanchez clinches up against the cage. Sanchez misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC# Sanchez manages to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sanchez.
A little jabbing left from Colucci on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Sanchez catches Colucci with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#CL2# Colucci instigates a clinch. #BC# Sanchez manages to break the clinch.
Colucci misses with a body shot.
#T1# Sanchez throws a series of punches but Colucci moves out of range. Sanchez tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Colucci was well out of range. Poor timing from Sanchez. Colucci's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Sanchez connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Colucci scrambles back to his feet. Colucci slips under a jab from Sanchez. A nice leg kick lands there from Sanchez. #CL# Sanchez closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Still in the clinch, Sanchez scores with a nice short uppercut. Colucci goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Colucci misses with a hook to the ribs.
Colucci misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Colucci misses with a short punch on the inside. Colucci misses with a hook from the clinch. Sanchez pushes off an throws an elbow but Colucci leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage. Sanchez scores with a shot to the side of Colucci's head. Sanchez misses with an elbow over the top. Colucci misses with a punch on the inside.
Nice body punch from Sanchez. Colucci misses with a body punch.
#T2# Sanchez throws a head punch that misses. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Still in the clinch, Colucci scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC# Sanchez breaks the clinch.
Sanchez lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Colucci throws a leg kick that misses. Sanchez goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo. Nice cross by Sanchez. Sanchez throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena. Colucci takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Colucci throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sanchez sees it coming and avoids it easily. Sanchez scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. A shot to the body from Colucci misses and Sanchez cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Colucci dodges the punch combination from Sanchez.
Colucci is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Sanchez is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.#T3# Sanchez throws a series of strikes that have Colucci backpedaling.
Colucci fails with a takedown attempt.#CL# Sanchez gets a clinch. #TD2# Colucci turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Colucci lands some shots froms side control. Colucci scoring with punches from side control. An elbow from Colucci crashes against the mat.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Colucci trying to control the action but Sanchez is working from the bottom. Colucci misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
#T4# Colucci lands an elbow. Colucci landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. #SUB2# Colucci is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sanchez is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Colucci advances to mount. Colucci has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Colucci lands a big shot there that rocks Sanchez but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Sanchez is trying desperately to improve position. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Yes Man Sanchez dominated that round. 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# Colucci takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Sanchez is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range. Colucci tries to clinch but Sanchez is having none of it. It looked like Sanchez was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit. Colucci lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sanchez's sensitive parts. Sanchez takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Sanchez fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Colucci on the side of the head. Colucci lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Sanchez scores with a hook to the body. Colucci takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Sanchez avoids a kick to the body.
Colucci tries to clinch but Sanchez moves out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sanchez keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A little feinted left hand from Sanchez on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#TD2# Colucci drives through with a takedown into guard. Sanchez pushes Colucci off and gets back to his feet.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Yes Man Sanchez is winning the standup battle so far. Colucci fails with the takedown and Sanchez counters with a straight right hand.#T1# Colucci blocks a head kick by Sanchez.
Colucci stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Sanchez. Colucci is looking to score with low kicks. It looked like Sanchez was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit. Yes Man Sanchez is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL# Sanchez clinches with his opponent.
Sanchez throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Colucci goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Sanchez softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Colucci lands a body punch in the clinch. Sanchez doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#TD2# Colucci has hold of one of Sanchez's legs. Sanchez is fighting the takedown attempt but Colucci gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Colucci working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well. Sanchez looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. Colucci advances position into side control!#T2##SUB2# Colucci tries for a kimura but Sanchez is defending well. Sanchez wants to control but Colucci postures up. Colucci is looking to take a break and control but Sanchez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Sanchez prevents Colucci from improving position. #T3# Colucci working the ground and pound but Sanchez is defending the strikes. Sanchez is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Colucci can do to turn this around? Check out the look on Colucci's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Sanchez on the wrong end of some ground and pound. Sanchez taking a bit of punishment here - Colucci scoring with strikes. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2# Colucci goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Sanchez has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Colucci but great work by Sanchez. Colucci tries to improve position but can't. Michel Colucci has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4# Colucci tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Sanchez presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Colucci wants to control but Sanchez is having none of it. Colucci is working to get back to half guard.
Sanchez controlling the pace for now. Sanchez is looking to stand but Colucci has his arms wrapped tightly around him, looking to prevent the damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Yes Man Sanchez will probably get the nod. That's time! Sanchez's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R3# Sanchez uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Colucci. Sanchez scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Sanchez cracks a nice hook into Colucci's ribs. Yes Man Sanchez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Sanchez lets loose with a powerful body kick. Colucci will feel that in the morning. Colucci changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Sanchez lands a lovely overhand right. Nice body kick from Sanchez. A cross from Sanchez lands. Sanchez misses with a head kick.
Sanchez will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A chopping leg kick lands by Colucci. Sanchez catches Colucci with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#T1# The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Sanchez checks a leg kick. Sanchez connects with a nice looking jab.
Colucci takes a shot right to the bread basket. That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Colucci crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Sanchez - the referee stops the clock and Colucci gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Sanchez. Colucci manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes. Colucci shoots in but no luck this time. Yes Man Sanchez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Colucci catches Sanchez with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Colucci misses with an uppercut. Colucci has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Sanchez finds it's way round the side to connect with Colucci's head. A looping hook to the body misses from Sanchez. Colucci does a little dance to reset his feet. Sanchez bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Colucci's head. Colucci blocks a head kick by Sanchez.
Colucci misses with a looping left.#T2# Colucci lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. Colucci throws a leg kick but Sanchez sees it coming and moves out of range. Sanchez is looking to counter with a shot to the body. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Sanchez moves out of range of the body kick. Sanchez throws a lazy uppercut
#TD2# so Colucci counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Colucci works a leg free and moves into half guard. Colucci thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Sanchez's head. Colucci wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sanchez keeps working. Colucci is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Colucci postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Sanchez looks a forlorn figure.
#T3# Colucci postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Sanchez looks a forlorn figure.
Colucci trying to control but Sanchez is having none of it. Sanchez can't escape the position.
Colucci with the ground and pound from mount. Colucci 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.
Colucci scoring with strikes but Sanchez is staying in there. Colucci dominating with strikes here.#T4# Sanchez holding onto his opponent's waist for dear life, as Colucci tries to land some strikes to get him to release his grip.
Colucci working Sanchez over with strikes here. Colucci lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Sanchez taking shots to the head. Colucci looking to control but Sanchez is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. Colucci raining down shots from the mount! Sanchez wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Colucci.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Michel Colucci really dominated that round. 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.#R4# Sanchez on the wrong end of a nice jab. Colucci misses with a takedown attempt - Sanchez sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. No luck for Colucci with that takedown attempt. The crowd cheers as Sanchez lands an impressive looking overhand right. Colucci doesn't seem phased though. Sanchez throws a shot from downtown. Colucci moves away and avoids it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci fails with a takedown attempt. Yes Man Sanchez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michel Colucci. Nice shot lands for Sanchez.#T1# Colucci tries to close the distance and clinch but Sanchez swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Sanchez uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Colucci. An attempted straight right counter from Sanchez misses the target. Sanchez scores with a crisp jab that stopped Colucci in his tracks. Colucci tries to land a leg kick but Sanchez saw it coming and moves away.
Sanchez misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sanchez throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Colucci scores with a jab. Sanchez scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. Sanchez bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Colucci's head. A nice inside leg kick there by Colucci. That's going to slow Sanchez down. #CL2# Colucci closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Colucci misses with a hook to the ribs.
Nice elbow from Sanchez. #CUT#It looks like Michel Colucci has been cut. Yes Man Sanchez has scored more points in the clinch so far.#T2# This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! With the fighters up against the cage, Sanchez throws an elbow but misses. Colucci struggles to land a body shot inside as Sanchez controls his hands.
Colucci fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Colucci tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Sanchez misses with a short punch on the inside. A head punch on the inside from Colucci fails to land. An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Sanchez. #BC# Sanchez escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Colucci tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Sanchez swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Colucci counters with a nice low kick that buckles Sanchez's knee momentarily. A solid body kick from Sanchez. Colucci uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sanchez. Colucci only half commits to the counter leg kick. Sanchez ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Sanchez misses with a hook. Sanchez throws a low kick but Colucci moves out of range easily. #T3# Sanchez keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
#CL2# Colucci has closed the distance and engaged Sanchez in a clinch.
Colucci lands a body shot. #BC# Sanchez breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL# Sanchez has managed to clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Colucci. Sanchez blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Sanchez tries to break free but Colucci pushes him back against the cage. Sanchez wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Colucci misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Colucci fails to land. A head punch blocked on the inside by Colucci. Sanchez makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Colucci blocking some punches.
Colucci is leaning against Sanchez and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. It's got to the stage where if one of these guys blows hard enough, the other might fall over. Colucci can't find room to land a body shot as Sanchez controls the action.
#T4# Colucci misses with a punch to the body.
Sanchez lands a nice elbow from the clinch. Colucci has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Sanchez is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#BC# Sanchez manages to break the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2# The fight moves into the clinch position. Colucci lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Colucci has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#BC# Sanchez breaks the clinch.
Colucci is looking to chop away at Sanchez's legs. Sanchez scores with a hook to the body. Colucci takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. Sanchez digs a good body shot into Colucci's ribs. Colucci waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sanchez. Colucci scores with the left hand. Sanchez knows he should have avoided that one. Sanchez cracks Colucci with a right hand to the side of the head. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Yes Man Sanchez had his way with Michel Colucci in that round. The cut man is working on Michel Colucci's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R5# Sanchez uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Colucci. Sanchez on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Colucci. Colucci obviously looking to wear him down.
A big right from Sanchez misses. Sanchez tests Colucci's chin there with a solid looking shot. Sanchez cracks Colucci with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CL# Sanchez darts in and clinches Colucci up against the cage. Sanchez wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Colucci has him pressed against the cage. Sanchez blocks a punch to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sanchez wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Colucci has him pressed against the cage. Colucci blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#BC# Sanchez manages to break the clinch.
Sanchez with a nice cross. Colucci misses with a lunging right hand
and Sanchez counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#T1# Sanchez waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Colucci. Colucci appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. Colucci darts in looking for a takedown but Sanchez gets double underhooks and turns Colucci into the cage. A low kick from Colucci misses and Sanchez counters with a nice uppercut. A jab lands there for Sanchez. Colucci shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Sanchez throws a body shot but no joy. Colucci looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Sanchez bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Colucci's head backwards. Colucci moves away from the strike by Sanchez. #TD2# Colucci closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Sanchez tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Colucci wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Colucci wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sanchez keeps working. #T2# Colucci working the head with strikes. #SUB2# Colucci is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sanchez knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Colucci lands some shots froms side control. Michel Colucci has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! An elbow from Colucci crashes against the mat.
Sanchez wants to control but Colucci postures up. Sanchez manages to work his way to half guard, despite Colucci's best efforts.#T3# Colucci not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Sanchez is trying to get back to full guard. Sanchez makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sanchez. Sanchez keeping moving, preventing Colucci from controlling successfully. Colucci throws a big right hand that misses. Colucci with a flurry of punches that miss. Sanchez is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Sanchez controls Colucci momentarily but Colucci frees himself. The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup. Colucci with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Colucci scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Colucci postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Colucci is pushing down on Sanchez's leg trying to pass to half guard. Sanchez is fighting to maintain full guard but Colucci has managed to sneak the leg through. Sanchez avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Colucci. Yes Man Sanchez is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Sanchez keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB2# Colucci is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sanchez is just riding it out for now. Colucci eventually gives up the hold.
And that's the end of the fight! Yes Man Sanchez showed his dominance in that final round. I think Sanchez 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge James Atkins scores the fight 49:46 Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 49:46 Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 48:47
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Yes Man Sanchez! Yes Man Sanchez retains his middleweight title! Yes Man Sanchez was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
SMASH: Nekele vs Knox
Date: Feb 20, 2021 |
#R1# Colucci uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Colucci takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Colucci tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Edmonds manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL# Edmonds tries to keep at a distance but Colucci has taken the fight into the clinch. Colucci misses with some punches.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Edmonds creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Edmonds is struggling to control the position. Colucci pushes Edmonds back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#TD2# Edmonds has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Colucci regains guard immediately. Colucci keeping full guard, as Edmonds tries to pass. Edmonds trying to control but Colucci is working from the bottom. #SUB# Colucci is looking for a triangle but Edmonds pushes his legs off easily.
#T1##SUB# Colucci looking for a guillotine here but Edmonds defends easily.
Edmonds must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Edmonds tries to free his leg and advance position but Colucci is retaining full guard. Edmonds postures up.
#SUB# Colucci is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Edmonds pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Colucci is keeping the position for now. Edmonds controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Colucci keeping full guard, as Edmonds tries to pass. #SUB# Colucci looking for a guillotine here but Edmonds defends easily.
Colucci keeping moving, preventing Edmonds from controlling successfully. Colucci looking for a sweep. Not yet Colucci, not yet. #T3##SUB2# Edmonds has gone for a leg lock! Colucci slips out almost immediately though and dives into Edmonds's guard.#REVR# Colucci trying to control but Edmonds is working from the bottom. Colucci postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. Colucci lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. Edmonds not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Edmonds wants to sweep here but Colucci controlling him for the moment. Colucci throwing strikes from guard but Edmonds blocks nicely. Edmonds tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4# Colucci postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Colucci pushes down on Edmonds's leg and manages to get into half guard. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB2# Edmonds looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB# Colucci is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Colucci wants to free his trapped foot but Edmonds is holding on for dear life with his legs. Colucci working the head and body with strikes. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Michel Colucci 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# Edmonds misses with a lunging right hand
and Colucci counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Colucci misses with a straight left. Edmonds lands with a hook. Colucci tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Edmonds missing with a left hand there. Colucci was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. No joy there for Edmonds, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Colucci shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Edmonds as he avoids it easily. Edmonds lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
#CL# Colucci closes the distance and pushes Edmonds back into the cage.#TD2# Edmonds has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Colucci regains guard immediately. The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB# Colucci is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Edmonds defends well. Edmonds passes easily into side control. Nice work. Michel Colucci overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1# Colucci tries to get back to half guard but can't. Edmonds is looking to take a break and control but Colucci is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Colucci tries to buck Edmonds off but Edmonds is having none of it. A lull in the action here as Edmonds stalls from top position. Colucci tries to bench press Edmonds off him but Edmonds keeps the position. Colucci is working hard here to advance position.#T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2# Edmonds is trying to get an arm triangle but Colucci is defending well. Colucci gets back to half guard. Colucci is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Hey Steves Fight Shack, so we'll see if he gets out of it. Edmonds is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard. Edmonds's corner is telling him to maintain position. Edmonds stopping the sweep attempt from Colucci. Colucci keeping moving, preventing Edmonds from controlling successfully. #SUB# Colucci working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Edmonds doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Edmonds manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3# Edmonds forces his way into half guard.#SUB# Colucci looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2# Edmonds is working for a submission of some sort.
Edmonds is trying to control. Colucci wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T4# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. The fighters are battling for position here. Colucci manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB# Colucci pushes a forearm under Edmonds's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Edmonds is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Michel Colucci! A relieved looking Michel Colucci 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: Lacplesis vs Trump
Date: Jan 16, 2021 |
#R1# Colucci throws a wild body kick that Winston sees coming a mile off.#TD2# Winston scores with a takedown into Colucci's guard. Winston working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Winston throws a big right hand that misses. Winston in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Winston makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Colucci keeping moving, preventing Winston from controlling successfully. Colucci wants to sweep but no luck. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Winston works over Colucci with some ground and pound from guard. Winston trying to control the position from guard on top but Colucci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Colucci has Winston pulled in close to control his posture. Winston won't allow Colucci to sweep him here. #T1# Colucci keeping moving, preventing Winston from controlling successfully. Colucci trying to control the position here. #SUB# Winston got a little sloppy there for a moment and Colucci has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Winston has managed to get both his arms back between Colucci's legs - danger averted. Winston postures up.
Winston wants to control from the top but Colucci keeps moving. Winston throwing strikes but missing. Winston postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Winston postures up.
#SUB# Winston avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T2# Winston missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Winston wants to control from the top but Colucci keeps moving. Winston connects with a couple of short punches. In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Winston working his ground and pound in the gym. Colucci is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB# Colucci is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Winston defends well. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Winston's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Colucci looking for a sweep. Not yet Colucci, not yet. Winston tries to free his leg and advance position but Colucci is retaining full guard. #T3##SUB# Colucci working for a triangle but Winston defends it easily.
Winston postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Winston throws a big elbow that misses. Colucci keeping moving, preventing Winston from controlling successfully. Winston lands a couple of decent looking shots.#SUB# Colucci throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Winston trying to control but Colucci is working from the bottom. Colucci avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T4# Winston with a flurry of punches that miss. Winston stands up over Colucci, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Colucci keeping moving, preventing Winston from controlling successfully. Winston pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Colucci is keeping the position for now. Winston stopping the sweep attempt from Colucci.#SUB# Colucci is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Winston is aware though and is defending well. Winston distracts Colucci with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Winston is looking to work some ground and pound but Colucci has wrist control. Winston landing some decent shots from guard. Winston in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Colucci is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR# Colucci lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Harry Winston dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# Winston shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. Nice cross by Colucci. Colucci misses with a straight left. An inside leg kick lands from Colucci. Nice defenses there by Winston. A nice side step and Winston releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Colucci fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Winston manages to avoid it. Winston with the counter takedown but Colucci avoids it easily. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Winston is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Winston dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Colucci keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T1# The fight stays on the outside here - Colucci looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Winston connects with a looping right hand.
Colucci throws a wild body kick that Winston sees coming a mile off. A little jabbing left from Winston on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Winston moves into range and connects with a jab. Winston ducks under a wild hook from Colucci. Winston looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Colucci tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Winston paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T2# Winston chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Colucci can pounce on him.
Winston lands a nice hook to Colucci's body. Colucci takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Winston is looking to chop away at Colucci's legs. Colucci throws a leg kick but Winston moved away. Colucci throws an off balance right hand
#TD2# and Winston decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Colucci's guard. Winston postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB# Colucci has his foot on Winston's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Winston works his way back into a safe position though. Colucci keeping moving, preventing Winston from controlling successfully. Winston with a nice head shot there. Winston with a nice head shot there.#T3# Winston is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Colucci utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Winston loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Winston is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Colucci is on top in guard.
#REVR##SUB2# Winston escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Colucci gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Winston keeping moving, preventing Colucci from controlling successfully. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Colucci's corner. There ya go! There ya go! We've been hearing that Colucci has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish. Winston looking to hit a scissor sweep but Colucci is one step ahead there. #SUB2# Winston is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Colucci defends well.#T4# Colucci working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Winston has momentary wrist control but Colucci slips an elbow through the middle. Harry Winston has got the better of the ground game so far. Winston controls Colucci momentarily but Colucci frees himself. #SUB2# Winston has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Colucci can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Colucci won't allow Winston to sweep him here. Colucci trying to control the position from guard on top but Winston is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Winston trying to keep a closed guard but Colucci is proving a slippery customer.
Colucci preventing the sweep. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Harry Winston will probably get the nod - 10:9. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3# Winston tries for a takedown but Colucci circles away easily and Colucci counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Colucci ducks under a wild hook from Winston. Winston blocks a leg kick. Colucci throws a quick inside leg kick. Colucci shoots in looking for a takedown but Winston manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Colucci's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Winston dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Colucci tries to land a front kick but Winston steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed. Winston checks a low kick from Colucci. Winston drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Colucci defends it well.#T1##CL# Colucci pushes Winston up against the cage in a clinch. Colucci tries to throw a body punch but Winston avoids it by throwing Colucci back against the cage. Winston displaying some good clinch control by pressing Colucci up against the cage. Winston lands a left hand.
Winston lands an uppercut. Winston scores with a shot to the side of Colucci's head. Winston can't find room to land a body shot as Colucci controls the action.
Winston has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Colucci is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Winston is working for takedown but Colucci is calmly controlling the position for now. Michel Colucci has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harry Winston. Winston scores with a nice hook to the head. Colucci cracks Winston with a nice body shot. Winston misses with a hook from the clinch. Colucci tries a body shot but Winston blocks it.
Colucci tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Winston's elbow. A short uppercut from Colucci. Winston throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#T2# Winston working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. A frustrated look appears on Winston's face as he tries to break the clinch. Still in the clinch, Winston scores with a nice short uppercut. Colucci goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Winston has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Winston tries a body shot but Colucci blocks it.
Colucci throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Winstons head. Winston blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Colucci lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Colucci lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Winston lands a right hand that snaps the head of Colucci backwards. A quick uppercut on the inside from Colucci. Good body shot from Winston.
A short right from Colucci. Colucci can't find room to land a body shot as Winston controls the action.
Colucci keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Winston's efforts to push away.#TD2# Winston lands a takedown into guard.
Winston keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Colucci's head.#T3# Winston is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Winston wants to control from the top but Colucci keeps moving. Winston wants to pass the guard but Colucci is keeping the position.#SUB# Colucci is looking for a triangle here but Winston uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Colucci is trying to get back to half guard. Winston connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Colucci some visible discomfort.
Winston lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Colucci down.
Colucci gets back to half guard. Winston thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Colucci's head. #T4# Colucci is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2# Winston is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Colucci defends it well. Colucci has hold of Winston's hands but Winston slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Colucci is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Winston's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Winston's back! Winston is taking damage to the body and head. Colucci lands with a couple of good shots - one to the side of the head and one questionable shot that could be viewed as to the back of the head but the referee lets it go.
This has been an exciting period of action! Oooh a big shot gets through from Colucci. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
Colucci lands with a nice looking elbow that stuns Winston.
Colucci lands shots from the back. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Michel Colucci did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it. That's time! Back to the action!#R4# Winston misses with an uppercut. Colucci saw that one coming. Colucci fires out a quick counter leg kick but Winston just manages to avoid it.#CL# Colucci has Winston up against the cage in a clinch.
Colucci lands a body shot in the clinch.
Colucci throws a punch but it's blocked by Winston. Colucci is working Winston over against the cage. Good body shot from Colucci.
Colucci tries to work over Winston's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Winston blocks an uppercut.
Colucci works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Colucci. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Winston is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Colucci is keeping busy. Colucci struggles to land a body shot inside as Winston controls his hands.
Colucci blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Colucci pushes Winston back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Winston is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.#T1# Colucci working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Colucci throws a punch but it's blocked by Winston. Colucci scores with a shoulder strike. Michel Colucci has scored more points in the clinch so far. Colucci lands with a short head shot on the inside. Colucci lands a shoulder strike. #ROC#Winston is rocked! Colucci tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Winston is still on wobbly legs! Can Colucci finish him? Colucci lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Winston backwards. A right handed body shot lands from Colucci.
Colucci lands an uppercut. Winston blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Colucci lands on the inside with an uppercut. Colucci lands a left hand that snaps the head of Winston backwards. Colucci lands a right hand that snaps the head of Winston backwards. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Winston struggles to land a body shot inside as Colucci controls his hands.
Colucci tries a body shot but Winston blocks it.
Colucci lands a hook to the side of the head. Winston goes for a takedown in the clinch but Colucci prevents it.
A head punch on the inside from Colucci fails to land. #T2# Winston is looking for a takedown. Colucci scores with an uppercut up the middle. Colucci gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Winston.
Michel Colucci has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Harry Winston. Winston trying to stall but Colucci improves his position.
Winston is trying to break the clinch but Colucci is controlling him. Colucci has a couple of punches blocked by Winston.
Colucci misses with a hook from the clinch. Winston seems to have recovered his senses. Colucci lands a shoulder strike. Colucci doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Colucci tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Winston's elbow. Colucci misses with the head strike.
Colucci scores with a shot to the side of Winston's head. Colucci lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Colucci fails to land. Colucci pushes Winston back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. Colucci lands with a light punch inside. #T3# A shot in the inside from Winston. #BC2# Winston escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Colucci throws a hook but Winston blocks it. Winston pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Good shot there by Winston. That kick from Colucci tenderised Winston's leg. Winston is trying to keep his angry face on. Colucci lands a really nice looking cross but Winston seems unphased.
Colucci throws a sloppy head kick and Winston moves out of range easily. Colucci throws a leg kick that misses. #T4##CL# Colucci has closed the distance and engaged Winston in a clinch.
A short body shot lands from Colucci as the two fighters clinch.
Winston prevents a body shot from Colucci. Winston misses with some punches.
Winston struggles to land a body shot inside as Colucci controls his hands.
Colucci prevents a takedown attempt there.
Winston throws a punch but it's blocked by Colucci. Winston tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Colucci's elbow. Colucci gets through Winston'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! A hook to the body from Winston.
Winston drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Winston. Winston tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Colucci is defending well against a takedown attempt. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Michel Colucci had his way with Harry Winston in that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R5# Colucci throws a poor cross that misses
and Winston counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2# Winston gets in close and instigates a clinch. Winston fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Colucci softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Winston scores with an uppercut up the middle. Colucci softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Winston blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Winston misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Colucci has a couple of punches blocked by Winston.
A short left from Winston. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A nice left hand lands by Colucci.
#TD2# Winston lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Colucci manages to get to full guard.
#SUB# Colucci is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1# Winston working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Colucci tries to land a sweep but no joy. Colucci has momentary wrist control but Winston slips an elbow through the middle. Winston postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Winston accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Winston throwing strikes from guard but Colucci blocks nicely. Colucci manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Winston manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR# Colucci trying to control the position from guard on top but Winston is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Winston wants to sweep but no luck. #T2# Winston seems keen to control Colucci's posture. Colucci postures up and lands a big shot to Winston's brow. Colucci with a nice head shot there. Colucci trying to control the position from guard on top but Winston is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2# Winston is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Colucci defends well. Colucci landing some decent shots from guard. #T3# Colucci lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. Colucci is looking to work some ground and pound but Winston has wrist control. Winston 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# Colucci wants to get back to full guard. Colucci slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work. Winston makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Winston throws a big right hand that misses. Winston is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Colucci is on top in guard.
#REVR# Winston controls Colucci momentarily but Colucci frees himself. #T4# Colucci scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB2# Winston looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Colucci stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Winston swivels though and keeps the full guard. Colucci's corner is telling him to maintain position. Winston keeping moving, preventing Colucci from controlling successfully. #SUB2# Winston looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Winston looking to control.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground! Colucci is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Harry Winston. I think Winston 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 47:48 Judge William Peck scores the fight 47:48 Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 47:48
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Harry Winston! Harry Winston is the new middleweight champion! Harry Winston very nearly forgot to thank Aspire Nutrition amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
SMASH: Camara vs Colucci
Date: Dec 12, 2020 |
#R1# Camara throws a body shot but no joy. Colucci changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Camara lands a jab to the head.
Colucci is looking to land body kicks. Camara shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. Colucci missing with a left hand there. Camara was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Colucci uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Camara.
Camara buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A slapping leg kick lands for Camara.
Colucci loads up on a big right hand but Camara slips the punch. Camara seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance. A solid leg kick lands there for Camara.
Ibrahim Camara seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Camara lands a jab to Colucci's midsection. Camara scores with a leg kick.
Colucci looks to land a body kick but Camara moved away. Colucci throws a half hearted mid kick. Camara lands a head shot. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Colucci shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Camara as he jumps to the side. #T1# Camara delivers a nice body kick. Camara lunges at Colucci with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Colucci's hand. Camara fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CUT#It looks like Michel Colucci has been cut. Colucci looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. A leg kick checked by Camara. As Colucci tries to get set, Camara tries to push him back and clinch up but Colucci manages to avoid the attempt. Camara with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Camara throws a shot to the body.
Camara lands a jab to the nose. Camara scores with a sloppy right hand. Colucci should have avoided that one. Camara connects with a crisp jab. Camara seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL# Camara forces Colucci back against the cage and clinches. Colucci misses with a hook to the ribs.
Camara lands with a light punch inside. Colucci throws a head punch that misses. Camara tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T2# Camara swings wildly with an uppercut but Colucci uses good head movement to avoid it. Nice body punch from Colucci. Camara fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Camara struggles to land a body shot inside as Colucci controls his hands.
Colucci drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Camara just misses with a elbow thrown towards Colucci's brow. A quick uppercut on the inside from Colucci. Colucci is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Camara pulls him back up using the underhooks. Ibrahim Camara has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michel Colucci. Colucci blocks an uppercut.
Camara lands an uppercut. Colucci is leaning against Camara and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Camara works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A short left from Camara. Colucci lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#TD2# Colucci has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Camara uses from the top position. Camara won't allow Colucci to sweep him here. #SUB2# Colucci throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Camara escapes and throws Colucci's legs to the side, diving into side control! #T3# The referee tells the fighters to keep busy. Colucci is looking for a sweep. Camara taking a breather here. Colucci is looking for a sweep. Camara taking a breather here. #T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Colucci is looking to regain half guard here but Camara keeps moving and retains side control. Colucci tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Camara presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Colucci is wriggling around trying to escape.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ibrahim Camara dominated that round. The cut man is working on Michel Colucci's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2# Colucci checks a leg kick nicely. Colucci uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Camara.
Colucci changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Colucci throws a shot from downtown. Camara moves away and avoids it. Camara connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Camara swings and misses with a shot to the body and Colucci counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#It looks like Ibrahim Camara has been cut. Colucci throws a lazy right hand but Camara sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Camara moves out of range as Colucci strikes. Colucci keeps the fight on the outside. Camara comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Colucci ducks under a wild hook from Camara. Colucci has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Colucci there as he acknowledges the shot. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A solid leg kick lands there for Camara.
Camara is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Colucci can do to turn this around? A big left from Camara misses. Camara tries to clinch up. Colucci changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Colucci has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Camara.#T1# Camara scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Colucci doesn't seem bothered though. Camara throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Colucci sees it coming and avoids it easily. Colucci fails with a takedown attempt. An inside leg kick from Camara misses. Camara dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Colucci. That did some damage! Camara lands a nice looking body shot.
Camara tries to land a body kick enabling Colucci to counter with a crisp jab. Camara thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Colucci if he has to take too many more of those.
Colucci misses with a hook. Camara ducked under it nicely. A nice leg kick from Camara, right into the meat of the thigh.
Camara dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Colucci. That did some damage! Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Camara 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 Colucci has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Colucci and we're back underway with a touch of gloves. Colucci bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Camara scoring well with a low kick there.
Ibrahim Camara is winning the standup battle so far.#T2# This has been an exciting period of action! Colucci cracks Camara with a good jab. Colucci uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Camara. That kick from Camara tenderised Colucci's leg. Colucci is trying to keep his angry face on. Camara is looking to score with low kicks. Camara scores with a nice strike. Colucci shoots in for a double leg but Camara sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Camara throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Camara lands with a hook. Colucci tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Camara lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Colucci scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Camara throws a leg kick #TD2# and Colucci counters with a single leg into guard. Camara didn't expect that. Colucci won't allow Camara to get back to his feet. Colucci throwing strikes but missing. Colucci working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T3##ES# Camara pushes Colucci off and scrambles back to his feet.
Camara swings widly with a right hand
and Colucci cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Camara throws a hook but Colucci avoids it easily. Colucci with the counter takedown but Camara avoids it easily. Colucci's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.#CL# Camara gets a clinch. Camara misses with a body punch.
#BC2# Colucci breaks from the clinch.
Camara works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Camara lands a jab to Colucci's midsection. Camara misses with a right hand #TD2# and Colucci counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Colucci. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Colucci throws a big elbow that misses. Colucci throwing strikes from guard but Camara blocks nicely. Colucci postures up in Camara's guard and throws a big left but Camara blocks it. #T4# Colucci throws a big right hand that misses. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Camara holds on and takes a little breather. Colucci throws a strike but Camara rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR# Colucci lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB# Colucci postures up in Camara's guard and throws a big left but Camara blocks it. Colucci is working Camara over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Colucci loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Colucci trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Colucci distracts Camara with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Colucci with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Colucci is pushing down on Camara's leg trying to pass to half guard. Camara is fighting to maintain full guard but Colucci has managed to sneak the leg through. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ibrahim Camara dominated that second round. Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R3# Camara waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Colucci. Colucci swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Colucci shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.#TD2# Colucci decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Colucci has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Camara regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Colucci. Colucci is looking to work some ground and pound but Camara has wrist control. Colucci looking to pass the guard. Colucci is persisting with the attempt to improve his position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Camara working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Colucci. Camara avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Colucci throws an elbow that misses. Camara uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Colucci's guard. Nice move by Camara!#REVR##T1# Colucci looking to hit a scissor sweep but Camara is one step ahead there. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2# Colucci has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Camara is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Colucci. You can see the frustration on Colucci's face as Camara controls the position. Colucci is trying to get back to half guard. Camara controls the position.#T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Colucci is looking for a sweep. Colucci is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard. Colucci gets full guard.#SUB2# Colucci has his foot on Camara's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Camara works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2# Camara avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Colucci takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB2# Colucci isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Camara stacks Colucci on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Camara! Colucci tries to buck Camara off but Camara is having none of it. Camara controls the position.#T3# Colucci manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. Camara prevents Colucci from improving his position. Camara controlling the action here. Colucci is trying to get back to full guard. Michel Colucci has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Colucci moves into full guard.
#SUB2# Colucci is looking for a triangle but Camara pushes his legs off easily.
Camara stopping the sweep attempt from Colucci. Camara has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Camara is stalling in the full guard. Camara stopping the sweep attempt from Colucci. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.#SUB2# Colucci has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Camara doesn't defend quickly enough and Colucci has managed to lock this one up! Can Camara escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Colucci on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Michel Colucci! Michel Colucci is the new middleweight champion! A very excited looking Michel Colucci 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. Ibrahim Camara spoke after the fight, saying 'Fuck you, I never lied ! '. |
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Event:
SMASH: Granger vs Fire
Date: Nov 14, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Sins keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Colucci. Sins shapes to counter with a head kick. Nick Sins seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Sins moves away from the strike by Colucci. Sins throws a big shot that misses. We've been hearing reports that Colucci has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight. Colucci tries to move into range but Sins moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Sins throws a head kick that Colucci semi-blocks.
Colucci has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Sins finds it's way round the side to connect with Colucci's head. Colucci ducks right into an uppercut from Sins. #TD# Colucci shoots in for a takedown and gets it. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Sins has his hands clasped together around Colucci's back. He's all about the action. 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. Colucci connects with a nice short shot to Sins's temple. Colucci 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. Colucci looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. Sins told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#T1# The fighters are battling for position here. Sins manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB# Colucci drops back looking for a leg! Sins is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Sins manages to kick Colucci off! Colucci jumps back into Sins's guard. Sins working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Colucci. Sins is trying to keep Colucci in close.
Colucci postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. Sins is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. Colucci postures up in Sins's guard and throws a big left but Sins blocks it. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Colucci accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T2# Colucci looking to pass the guard. Colucci postures up in Sins's guard and throws a big left but Sins blocks it. Colucci working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Sins working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Colucci. Sins keeping full guard, as Colucci tries to pass. Sins working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Colucci. Colucci throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Sins works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Sins has momentary wrist control but Colucci slips an elbow through the middle. Sins bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Colucci's guard. #REVB# Colucci bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Sins's guard. #REVR# Sins bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Colucci's guard. #REVB# The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Colucci keeping moving, preventing Sins from controlling successfully. #T3# Colucci looking for a sweep. Not yet Colucci, not yet. Sins trying to control but Colucci is working from the bottom. #SUB# Colucci looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Sins passes into half guard.
Sins lands strikes from half guard. Colucci manages to get to full guard.
Sins makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.#T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Colucci is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR# Sins gets full guard. Sins working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Colucci. Colucci is working Sins over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Sins has Colucci pulled in close to control his posture. Sins working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Colucci. Colucci in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Colucci chips away with some ground and pound. Colucci tries to free his leg and advance position but Sins is retaining full guard. Colucci won't allow Sins to sweep him here. Sins looking to control.
Colucci passes into half guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Michel Colucci dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2# A jab from Colucci misses. Sins misses with an uppercut
and Colucci counters with a lovely straight right hand! Sins misses with a wild combination.
Colucci drops down looking for a counter takedown but Sins sprawls and moves away. Sins uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Colucci has time to react. Colucci throws a hook to the side of Sins's head but Sins sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Colucci throws a big shot that misses. Colucci throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Sins swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Sins with a body punch. A glancing blow. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sins 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.
Sins takes a swing at Colucci's ribcage but misses. Nice jab there from Sins. Sins jabs Colucci right on the nose. Colucci blinks but takes it well. Sins has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Colucci with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Sins to score with a decent uppercut.#T1# Sins moves away from the strike by Colucci. The fighters circling - Sins throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #KD# Colucci catches Sins napping and connects with a big right hand that sends Sins to the canvas!
#ROC#Sins is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Nick Sins has been cut. Sins looking to control.
Sins is still in real trouble! Can Colucci finish him? Colucci stands and throws Sins's legs to the side, diving into side control. Sins seems to have recovered his senses. Sins tries to get back to half guard but can't. Sins takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Colucci postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Colucci landing strikes. Colucci creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Sins sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. Colucci throws a strike aimed at the side of Sins's head but Sins avoids it well.#T2# What's Sins going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle. Sins dodges the ground and pound from Colucci. Colucci cracks Sins with an elbow. That is naaassty. Colucci working away. Sins gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Colucci avoids the attempt from Sins to control. Colucci looking to ground and pound but Sins is blocking nicely. Colucci scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Sins is desperately trying to improve his position but Colucci has a good base and remains in mount. Colucci looking to finish here with some ground and pound. He lands one big shot that has Sins covering up... and two more big strikes land, forcing the referee to step in and put and end to proceedings! This fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michel Colucci! Michel Colucci took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title. |
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Event:
SMASH: Colucci vs Winston
Date: Oct 24, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Colucci throws a body shot but no joy. #TD2# Winston looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Colucci! Winston in side control, throwing shots but Colucci defends. Colucci manages to get back to half guard. Colucci wants to control but Winston is keeping busy.
Colucci is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Winston not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Colucci has hold of Winston's hands but Winston slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Winston seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Colucci does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2# Winston is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T1# Colucci is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Colucci is pressing down on Winston's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Winston trying to control the position from guard on top but Colucci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Winston accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Winston looking to pass the guard. Winston loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Colucci working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Winston. Colucci looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Colucci avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Winston trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Winston throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Winston lands a couple of digs.#T2# Colucci controls Winston momentarily but Winston frees himself. Colucci tries to land a sweep but no joy. Winston lands a couple of elbows.#SUB# Colucci has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Winston can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Winston won't allow Colucci to sweep him here. Winston working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Winston is looking to work some ground and pound but Colucci has wrist control.#SUB# Colucci has his foot on Winston's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Winston works his way back into a safe position though. Winston chips away with some ground and pound. Winston scoring with punches to the head and body. Winston postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Winston distracts Colucci with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T3# Winston distracts Colucci with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Winston slips nicely into half guard. Colucci tries to get to full guard but Winston has control of the leg. Colucci is holding on to half guard well. Winston thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. Colucci is looking for a sweep. Winston is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Winston is looking to take a break and control but Colucci is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Colucci wants to improve his position but Winston is controlling well.
Winston slips a nice elbow through Colucci's hands, connecting with Colucci's forehead. Winston winds up and cracks Colucci with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T4# Winston lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Colucci tries to roll over but Winston keeps him under control. Colucci trying to control but Winston postures up.
Winston throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Winston is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Winston lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Winston seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Colucci does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Colucci is trying to get back to full guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Harry Winston dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2# Winston throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Colucci. Winston avoids a low kick by using good footwork. A solid leg kick lands there for Colucci.
Winston works over Colucci's head and body with a nice combination. Colucci lands a lovely overhand right. Colucci fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Winston on the side of the head. Colucci throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Winston scores with a jab to the jaw.#TD2# Winston shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. This has been an exciting period of action! Colucci pulls Winston in close to his closed guard and prevents Winston from doing any damage or advancing position. Colucci is trying to keep Winston in close.
Colucci looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Winston trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1# Winston preventing the sweep. Winston working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Colucci is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Winston lands a couple of digs. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Winston's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB# Colucci is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Harry Winston has got the better of the ground game so far. Winston works over Colucci with some ground and pound from guard.#SUB# Colucci has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Winston is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Colucci. Winston scoring with punches and elbows. Winston creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots. Check out the look on Winston's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
#T2# Winston lands a decent elbow from side control. Colucci wants to control but Winston postures up. Colucci is looking to regain half guard here but Winston keeps moving and retains side control. Colucci takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Winston is putting a hurting on Colucci here, landing some big shots from side control. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Winston lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Colucci down.
Winston working the ground and pound. Winston lands a decent elbow from side control. #SUB2# Winston is trying to get an arm triangle but Colucci is defending well. Winston lands a nice forearm strike. Winston working away. Winston has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3# Winston grinds an elbow into Colucci's temple. Colucci on the wrong end of some ground and pound. Winston cracks Colucci with a big right hand but Colucci just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Winston connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Colucci some visible discomfort.
Winston is chipping away with strikes.
Colucci is trying to control Winston's posture but Winston avoids it. Winston is putting a hurting on Colucci here, landing some big shots from side control. Winston working the head and body with strikes. Winston throws an elbow but Colucci slips to the side and avoids it well. Winston cracks Colucci with an elbow. That is naaassty. Colucci is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Winston scoring with punches from side control. #T4# Colucci takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Winston working the ground and pound from side control. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Winston lands an elbow. Colucci manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. Winston lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Winston is nestled in close to Colucci, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Colucci avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Winston. Winston throwing shots but Colucci is blocking nicely. Colucci is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB# Colucci actively working from the bottom here. Colucci has hold of Winston's hands but Winston slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Harry Winston showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's time! Colucci's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3##TD2# Winston manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Colucci on his heels. He'll look to pass Colucci's guard now, I'm sure. Winston postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Winston throws an elbow that misses. Colucci uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Winston's guard. Nice move by Colucci!#REVR# Colucci cracks Winston with a solid left hand. Colucci working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Colucci working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Winston's head. Winston wants to sweep here but Colucci controlling him for the moment. Colucci is in close to Winston's body, working some short punches and elbows. Winston looking for a sweep. Not yet Winston, not yet. Colucci landing with the ground and pound. #SUB2# Winston is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2# Winston working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Colucci doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Colucci manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1##SUB2# Winston working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Colucci doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Colucci manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Colucci is in close to Winston's body, working some short punches and elbows. Colucci slips nicely into half guard. Winston trying to hold on to Colucci's head to control him but Colucci postures up.
Colucci winds up and cracks Winston with a swinging punch to the side of the head. Winston is looking for a sweep. Colucci is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Winston has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Colucci is working away from the top position though. Winston moves into full guard.
Colucci preventing the sweep. Colucci content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T2# Colucci lands a couple of decent looking shots. Colucci landing with the ground and pound. Colucci missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB2# Winston looking for a guillotine here but Colucci defends easily.
Winston is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive. Winston takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB2# Winston had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Colucci defends it easily. Winston lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB# Winston throwing strikes from guard but Colucci blocks nicely. #SUB# Colucci is looking to cinch up a triangle. Winston throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Colucci's body to avoid the submission. Colucci has instead reached around Winston's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Colucci arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Michel Colucci! Michel Colucci 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: White vs Cup
Date: Sep 26, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Gonzalez lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Gonzalez throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Colucci on the side of the head. Gonzalez throws a series of strikes that have Colucci backpedaling.
#CUT2#It looks like Michel Colucci has been cut. The fight stays on the outside here - Gonzalez looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Gonzalez lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Gonzalez connects with a right hand. Colucci shakes it off. Colucci avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Gonzalez wants to clinch up but Colucci keeps it at a distance. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Gonzalez is looking to clinch. Gonzalez shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Colucci eats them both and turns towards Gonzalez to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo. Colucci uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Gonzalez. Colucci was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Colucci pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Colucci dodges the punch combination from Gonzalez.
#KD2# Oooooh!!! Gonzalez has knocked Colucci down with a huge combo! Gonzalez steps away and waves a wobbly Colucci back to his feet! This one might not go much longer! Gonzalez is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T1# Gonzalez lands with a hook. Colucci tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Gonzalez scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
#CUT2#Michel Colucci's cut is getting worse.#TD# Colucci drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Colucci stopping the sweep attempt from Gonzalez. Colucci scoring with some ground and pound. Colucci landing some decent shots from guard. Colucci is looking to work some ground and pound but Gonzalez has wrist control. Gonzalez wants to sweep here but Colucci controlling him for the moment. Gonzalez seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. Gonzalez is looking to stand up but Colucci isn't so interested in that idea. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Colucci scoring with punches to the head and 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! Colucci prevents Gonzalez from getting back to his feet. Colucci loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T2##ES2# Gonzalez pushes Colucci off and scrambles back to his feet.
Gonzalez throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Colucci sees it coming and avoids it easily. We've been hearing reports that Colucci has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight. Poseidon Gonzalez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Gonzalez is looking to clinch but Colucci is avoiding it.
Gonzalez throws a lazy uppercut
and Colucci counters with a nice uppercut. Gonzalez misses with a few strikes there.
Colucci throwing a counter right hand but Gonzalez manages to avoid it.#CL2# Gonzalez rushes Colucci and presses him up against the cage. Colucci stalling against the cage.
Gonzalez lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Gonzalez swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Colucci lands a left hand.
Gonzalez softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Colucci has had enough of the clinch but Gonzalez keeps him there for the moment. Colucci lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Colucci misses with a punch on the inside.
Colucci blocking some punches.
Gonzalez lands a right hand. A head punch on the inside from Colucci fails to land. Colucci lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Gonzalez or not. #T3##BC# Colucci breaks from the clinch.
Nice shot by Colucci.#ROC#Gonzalez is rocked! Gonzalez has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Gonzalez misses with a combination
and Colucci counters with a big left hand that crumples Gonzalez! He was out before he hit the floor! Brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:15 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Michel Colucci! An out of breath Michel Colucci 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: Walcott vs Weudke
Date: Aug 29, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Colucci lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Armstrong throws a shot to the body.
Colucci throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Armstrong counters with a good low kick that Colucci was not able to check. Colucci throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Colucci moves out of range as Armstrong strikes. Colucci avoids the body shot from Armstrong.
Armstrong misses the shot to the body. The fighters circling - Colucci throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Armstrong has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Panda Sprawl n Brawl in the buildup to the fight. Colucci keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Colucci closes the distance looking to clinch enabling Armstrong to counter with a crisp jab. Colucci moves away from the strike by Armstrong. Colucci digs a good body shot into Armstrong's ribs.#T1# Colucci connects with a good right hand that stumbles Armstrong. Armstrong circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Armstrong swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#CL2# Colucci has closed the distance and engaged Armstrong in a clinch.
Colucci working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Colucci misses with a short punch on the inside. Colucci lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Armstrong. Colucci can't find room to land a body shot as Armstrong controls the action.
Colucci blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Colucci lands a shot to the body. Armstrong lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Armstrong cracks Colucci with a nice body shot. A short right from Colucci. Colucci working some nice short punches in the clinch. Armstrong struggles to land a body shot inside as Colucci controls his hands.
Armstrong swings away with an uppercut that misses.
This has been an exciting period of action! Colucci working some nice short punches in the clinch. Armstrong scores with a hook to the body.#T2# Colucci misses with a punch to the body.
Armstrong has a couple of punches blocked by Colucci.
Colucci lands with a light punch inside. Colucci lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Colucci goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Colucci misses with a punch to the body.
Armstrong tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Colucci's elbow. Colucci working some nice short punches in the clinch. Armstrong misses with a punch to the body.
Colucci throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Armstrongs head. Armstrong tries to break the clinch but Colucci is controlling the position. Colucci blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Armstrong misses with a punch on the inside.
Armstrong tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Colucci's elbow. A short left from Colucci. Still in the clinch, Colucci scores with a nice short uppercut. Armstrong swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Colucci blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Colucci lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Armstrong backwards. #T3# Colucci working aggressively here.
Armstrong misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Armstrong lands an uppercut. Colucci doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Armstrong blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Colucci lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Colucci working some nice short punches in the clinch. A shot in the inside from Armstrong. Colucci struggles to land a body shot inside as Armstrong controls his hands.
#BC# Armstrong pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Armstrong throws a hook to the side of Colucci's head but Colucci sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Armstrong takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Colucci connects with a nice looking jab.
#CL2# Colucci clinches up against the cage. A right hook to the body lands for Colucci.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Colucci. #T4# Armstrong tries a body shot but Colucci blocks it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Armstrong. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Colucci is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Armstrong pulls him back up using the underhooks. Colucci fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Colucci can't find room to land a body shot as Armstrong controls the action.
Colucci misses with a short punch on the inside. Colucci blocks a body shot from Armstrong. Colucci goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Armstrong's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Colucci swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Armstrong swings wildly with an uppercut but Colucci uses good head movement to avoid it. Armstrong lands a right hand. A head punch on the inside from Armstrong fails to land. Armstrong blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Armstrong misses with a short punch on the inside. Armstrong blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Armstrong throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Coluccis head. Colucci throws a punch but it's blocked by Armstrong. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Michel Colucci dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2# Colucci moves forwards but Armstrong connects with a nice, crisp jab. Tim Armstrong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Colucci connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Colucci throws the kick towards the body but Armstrong avoids it. A quick step to the side and Armstrong tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Armstrong on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Armstrong lands with a hook. Colucci tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Michel Colucci seems to be getting the better of the standup. Colucci jabs at Armstrong's body. Colucci misses with a hook. Armstrong ducked under it nicely. Armstrong swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Armstrong throws a body shot but no joy. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Colucci fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Armstrong throws a jab but it's blocked by Colucci. Colucci rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Armstrong counters with a lovely straight right hand! Colucci has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T1# An inside leg kick from Armstrong misses. Colucci fails with an attempt to clinch.
A quick step to the side and Armstrong tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect. Colucci works Armstrong's body with a nice hook. Colucci steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Armstrong. Colucci lands with a straight right. Armstrong didn't see that one coming. Colucci misses with an uppercut. Armstrong ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Colucci moves away.#CL2# Colucci has managed to clinch.
Colucci has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Armstrong seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Colucci can turn it around.#BC# Armstrong breaks from the clinch.
Colucci scores with a body shot.
#TD2# Armstrong gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Colucci to score an easy takedown into full guard. Colucci working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T2# Armstrong keeping moving, preventing Colucci from controlling successfully. This has been an exciting period of action! Colucci trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Armstrong is controlling Colucci's posture. Colucci is working Armstrong over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Colucci preventing the sweep. Colucci has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Colucci working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Colucci lands a couple of elbows. Armstrong wants to stand and escape but Colucci is having none of it. Colucci lands a couple of decent looking shots. Armstrong tries to land a sweep but no joy. Armstrong utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Colucci lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T3# Colucci works a leg free and moves into half guard. Colucci throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Armstrong trying to control here.
Colucci seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #ES# Armstrong pushes Colucci off and gets back to his feet. Armstrong connects with a body shot that sends Colucci's belly button to the back. Colucci misses with a hook
and Armstrong counters with a nice body shot. Armstrong misses with a hook
#TD2# and Colucci counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Armstrong! This has been an exciting period of action! Armstrong is not in a great position here, taking some shots. Colucci slows the pace down. Armstrong struggling a bit here.#T4# Colucci working the ground and pound.#SUB2# Colucci is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Armstrong knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Armstrong struggling a bit here. Armstrong is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Colucci has just dragged him back down to the mat. Colucci creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Armstrong sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. Colucci tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. Armstrong takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head. Michel Colucci has got the better of the ground game so far. Colucci landing a few strikes. Colucci working away. Colucci lands a decent elbow from side control. Colucci creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Michel Colucci showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3# Armstrong connects with the punch. A decent looking cross lands there for Colucci.#ROC2#Armstrong is rocked! Armstrong misses the body punch enabling Colucci to counter with a crisp jab. Oh Armstrong is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Colucci throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Colucci has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Colucci there as he acknowledges the shot. Armstrong throws a leg kick that is checked and Colucci counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Colucci knocks out Armstrong with a massive right hand! The ref tackles Colucci before he can follow up with any more strikes and that's it everyone. Colucci picks up the big W with a huge KO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:35 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Michel Colucci! A very excited looking Michel Colucci 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:
SMASH: Jordon vs Williams
Date: Aug 08, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL# Del Oeste tries to keep at a distance but Colucci has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC2# Del Oeste manages to break the clinch.
Del Oeste misses with a double jab
#TD# and Colucci counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Colucci wants to control from the top but Del Oeste keeps moving. #SUB2# Del Oeste is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Colucci defends well. Colucci distracts Del Oeste with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Colucci wants to pass the guard but Del Oeste is keeping the position.#SUB2# Del Oeste is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Colucci is aware though and is defending well. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Del Oeste is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Colucci defends well. Del Oeste keeping moving, preventing Colucci from controlling successfully. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Colucci working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Colucci postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T1# Colucci is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2# Del Oeste looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2# Del Oeste has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Colucci can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2# Del Oeste working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Colucci doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Colucci manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Del Oeste avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Del Oeste keeping moving, preventing Colucci from controlling successfully. #SUB2# Del Oeste is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2# Del Oeste working for a triangle but Colucci defends it easily.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Colucci postures up and lands a big shot to Del Oeste's brow. #T2##SUB2# Del Oeste is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Colucci might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Colucci stands up over Del Oeste, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #SUB2# Del Oeste working for a triangle but Colucci defends it easily.
Colucci sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2# Colucci avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Colucci is working Del Oeste over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Colucci is pushing down on Del Oeste's leg trying to pass to half guard. Del Oeste is fighting to maintain full guard but Colucci has managed to sneak the leg through. Colucci prevents Del Oeste from improving his position. Colucci working Del Oeste over with strikes. Colucci seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. Colucci working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #T3# Colucci seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Del Oeste does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2# Del Oeste looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. 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. Colucci connects with a nice short shot to Del Oeste's temple. Del Oeste wants to control but Colucci is keeping busy and won't allow it. Del Oeste gets full guard. Colucci scores with a decent looking elbow strike. Colucci scoring with punches to the head and body. Colucci lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#ROC#Del Oeste is rocked!#SUB2# Del Oeste looking for a guillotine here but Colucci defends easily.
Del Oeste is still in real trouble! Can Colucci finish him?#SUB2# Del Oeste escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Colucci gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Colucci 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. Colucci cracks Del Oeste with a solid left hand. Colucci loads up on a big left hand. Del Oeste felt that one! He's just covering up now, not defending himself intelligently - Colucci looks towards the ref and unloads with 3 more big shots and the ref has no choice but to stop the fight! Del Oeste can't hide his disappointment, as Colucci celebrates the victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michel Colucci! Our winner, Michel Colucci, 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. The defeated Ryan Del Oeste had this to say: 'Tomorrow I'll be back in camp training, getting better than ever. Then I will come back and show what I am really made of.'. |
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Event:
SMASH: Colucci vs Oeste (NC)
Date: Jul 18, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Del Oeste misses with a body shot.
Del Oeste ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Colucci moves away. Jab by Del Oeste. Ryan Del Oeste seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. A big right from Del Oeste misses. Colucci with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Colucci with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Del Oeste to score with a decent uppercut. Colucci keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Del Oeste. Sloppy strikes from Del Oeste. Those never looked like landing. Del Oeste dips to his left and cracks Colucci with an uppercut! Del Oeste is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range. Colucci throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Del Oeste looks to land a combination but Colucci avoids it well. Del Oeste bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Del Oeste swings for the body but Colucci moves out of range.
Del Oeste throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Del Oeste clobbers Colucci with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T1# Del Oeste swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A jab from Del Oeste misses. Del Oeste throws a body shot but no joy. Del Oeste wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. Del Oeste thows a left - swing and a miss! Ryan Del Oeste is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. A big right from Del Oeste misses. Colucci looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Del Oeste is fending him off so far but Colucci persists. Nope, Del Oeste circles away and we're back to standing. Del Oeste swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Del Oeste checks the leg kick nicely there.
Del Oeste takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket. Del Oeste lands a lovely overhand right. Colucci uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Del Oeste. Del Oeste misses with a left hand #CL# and Colucci counters into the clinch. Nicely done. Del Oeste is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Colucci can't find room to land a body shot as Del Oeste controls the action.
Colucci has Del Oeste pressed against the cage, preventing Del Oeste from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T2##BC2# Del Oeste's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Del Oeste avoids a punch combination nicely.
Del Oeste now looks to counter with a shot at the body. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Del Oeste throws the left hand but Colucci avoids the punch easily. Colucci is looking to counter the offense by Del Oeste and move into the clinch. Del Oeste throws a shot from downtown. Colucci moves away and avoids it. We've been hearing reports that Colucci has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight. Del Oeste connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Colucci bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. A counter left hand to the body from Colucci misses its target. Del Oeste throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Colucci counters with a nice uppercut. Del Oeste fails to land with a series of punches.
Del Oeste lands a jab to the head.
Del Oeste swings widly with a right hand
and Colucci counters with a nice uppercut. Colucci moves out of range of the strikes. Del Oeste misses with a straight left. #TD# Colucci feints and as Del Oeste raises his hands in defense, Colucci changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#T3# Del Oeste looking to control.
Colucci working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Del Oeste's head.#SUB2# Del Oeste had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Colucci defends it easily.#SUB2# Del Oeste is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Colucci with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Colucci's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #SUB2# Del Oeste throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Colucci working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Del Oeste's head.#SUB2# Del Oeste working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Colucci doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Colucci manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Colucci 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. Del Oeste will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Colucci with a nice head shot there.#ROC#Del Oeste is rocked! Del Oeste utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T4# Colucci wants to control from the top but Del Oeste keeps moving. Del Oeste not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2# Colucci avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Colucci postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Colucci chips away with some ground and pound. Del Oeste is still in real trouble! Can Colucci finish him?#SUB2# Del Oeste has his foot on Colucci's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Colucci works his way back into a safe position though. Colucci not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Del Oeste seems to have recovered his senses. Del Oeste looking to control.
Colucci loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Colucci stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Del Oeste swivels though and keeps the full guard. Colucci landing with the ground and pound. Del Oeste controls Colucci momentarily but Colucci frees himself. Colucci lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Ryan Del Oeste will probably get the nod. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2# Del Oeste connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Colucci lands a nice hook to Del Oeste's body. Del Oeste takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Colucci tries to clinch up. Colucci throws a nice looking combination but Del Oeste bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Del Oeste throws a combination that misses and Colucci counters with a huge uppercut, hook combination that drops Del Oeste! The ref has seen enough - he's dived in to stop the fight! Brutal strikes by Colucci!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michel Colucci! Our winner, Michel Colucci, 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. Ryan Del Oeste was interviewed post fight and said 'Tomorrow I'll be back in camp training, getting better than ever. Then I will come back and show what I am really made of.'. |
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SMASH: Dee vs Slater
Date: Jun 13, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Colucci displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mamchenko throws out the jab. Colucci slips a straight right by Mamchenko. Mamchenko lands a jab to the head.
Mamchenko misses with an uppercut. Mamchenko misses with a right hand #TD# so Colucci counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Colucci looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Colucci wants to control from the top but Mamchenko keeps moving. #SUB# Colucci is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Mamchenko is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Mamchenko has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB# Colucci managing to control the position. #T1# Mamchenko is looking to stand up but Colucci won't let him. Colucci bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Mamchenko's guard. #REVR# Colucci loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Colucci in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Colucci passes Mamchenko's right leg, so he's now in half guard. Colucci throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Mamchenko tries to kick Colucci off but Colucci keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. Colucci missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Mamchenko avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Colucci. Mamchenko is trying to stand back up but Colucci is controlling him
Colucci seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Mamchenko does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Mamchenko regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Colucci. #T2# Mamchenko wants to stand and escape but Colucci is having none of it. Colucci throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mamchenko works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Colucci with a flurry of punches that miss. Colucci trying to control but Mamchenko is working from the bottom. Colucci throws a big elbow that misses. Colucci keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Mamchenko's head. Colucci in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Mamchenko keeping moving, preventing Colucci from controlling successfully. Colucci throws a strike but Mamchenko rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB##T3##SUB# Colucci working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mamchenko doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mamchenko manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Colucci has a closed guard, preventing Mamchenko from standing up. Colucci is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SU2# Mamchenko decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. Jab from Mamchenko.#CUT2#It looks like Michel Colucci has been cut.#CL# Colucci rushes Mamchenko and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Mamchenko has had enough of the clinch but Colucci keeps him there for the moment. Colucci wants to take the fight to the mat but Mamchenko manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Colucci has Mamchenko pressed against the cage, preventing Mamchenko from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T4# Mamchenko wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Colucci looking for a takedown. Colucci wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2# Mamchenko breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Colucci closes this distance looking for a takedown but Mamchenko circles away. Mamchenko throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Colucci fails with a takedown attempt. Colucci looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Mamchenko throws a big shot that misses. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Mamchenko throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mamchenko dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Mamchenko works Colucci's body with a nice hook. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Danga de danga de dang - Mamchenko scores with a four punch combination! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Evgenii Mamchenko dominated that round. The cut man is working on Michel Colucci's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2# Mamchenko scores with a nice head shot. Colucci ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Mamchenko throws a big shot that misses. Mamchenko throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Colucci sees it coming and avoids it easily. Mamchenko pushing out the jab but it's not landing. The fighters circling - Mamchenko throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Michel Colucci is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Mamchenko misses with a wild body shot. Evgenii Mamchenko seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD# Colucci fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Mamchenko sprawls well initially but Colucci persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB# Colucci is working for a kimura but Mamchenko is defending it quite comfortably.
Mamchenko is trying to stand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Mamchenko has hold of Colucci's hands but Colucci slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T1# Colucci throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Colucci stops Mamchenko from getting back to his feet.
Colucci throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Mamchenko is trying to stand.
Colucci 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. Mamchenko regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Colucci. Colucci trying to control the position from guard on top but Mamchenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Colucci throws a big right hand that misses. Michel Colucci overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Mamchenko working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Colucci. Colucci lands a couple of decent looking shots. Mamchenko preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T2# Colucci trying to control but Mamchenko is working from the bottom. Colucci postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Colucci throws a strike but Mamchenko rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB# Colucci is trying to control the position but Mamchenko postures up. Colucci has Mamchenko pulled in close to control his posture. Mamchenko wants to get up but he can't break Colucci's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. Mamchenko wants to stand and escape but instead Colucci has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR# Colucci working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T3# Mamchenko is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Colucci postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. Colucci throwing strikes but missing. Mamchenko wants to stand and escape but Colucci is having none of it. Colucci showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Colucci stands up over Mamchenko, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Colucci slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Colucci postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Colucci throws a big elbow that misses. Colucci loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Colucci stops Mamchenko from standing up. Colucci throws a strike but Mamchenko rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB# Mamchenko trying to stand up but can't free himself from Colucci's guard. Mamchenko passes into half guard under a barage of strikes. Colucci keeps control of the position for the meantime. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Mamchenko is looking to stand up but he'll have to free his leg first. Instead, Colucci manages to get to full guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Michel Colucci will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Michel Colucci's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3# Mamchenko cracks Colucci with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Colucci slips under a jab. Colucci tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Mamchenko manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Mamchenko cracks Colucci with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Mamchenko lands a head shot. The fighters circling - Mamchenko throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Jab by Mamchenko. Mamchenko swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Mamchenko misses with a wild body shot. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. A cross from Mamchenko lands. Nice cross by Mamchenko. Colucci takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Mamchenko throws a shot from downtown. Colucci moves away and avoids it.#TD# Colucci is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Mamchenko's half guard.#T1# Mamchenko keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. Colucci with the ground and pound but Mamchenko uses the opportunity to regain guard. Mamchenko is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Colucci in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Mamchenko keeping moving, preventing Colucci from controlling successfully. Colucci stops Mamchenko from standing up. Colucci trying to control the position from guard on top but Mamchenko is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Colucci fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD# Colucci scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Mamchenko felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it. Mamchenko is trying to stand back up but Colucci is controlling him
Colucci thows a huge punch but Mamchenko dodges it nicely.
Colucci thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Mamchenko's head. Mamchenko tries to kick Colucci off but Colucci keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. Mamchenko avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Colucci. Colucci with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. Mamchenko has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Colucci seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #T3# Colucci working Mamchenko over with strikes. Colucci prevents Mamchenko from standing back up.
Colucci takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB# Colucci is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Colucci stops Mamchenko from getting back to his feet.
Colucci missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Mamchenko regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Colucci. Colucci prevents Mamchenko from getting back to his feet. #T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Colucci throws a big right hand that misses. Colucci postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Colucci working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Colucci trying to control but Mamchenko is working from the bottom. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Colucci goes for a double leg but Mamchenko avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Mamchenko continues to drive forward.#TD# Mamchenko gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.#ES2# Mamchenko has his feet on Colucci's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work. Mamchenko lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Colucci is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight! Evgenii Mamchenko comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Mamchenko 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 Edson Gomes scores the fight 28:29 Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 28:29 Judge Seu Braga scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Evgenii Mamchenko! A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Evgenii Mamchenko made sure he mentioned Heavy Metal Drugs, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
SMASH: Colucci vs Ludwig
Date: May 23, 2020 |
#R1# A jab from Ludwig misses. #CL# Colucci moves into the clinch. We've been hearing reports that Colucci has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#TD2# Ludwig turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Ludwig manages to end up in side control. You can see the frustration on Colucci's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Colucci is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control. Colucci tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ludwig wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. Colucci can't do much from the bottom here. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Ludwig working the ground and pound. Ludwig wants to stand but Colucci is controlling his arm. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ludwig lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. Colucci manages to get back to half guard. Ludwig sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Colucci defending well though. Ludwig seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB# Colucci looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T1# Ludwig trying to control from half guard but Colucci is working away. 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. Ludwig connects with a nice short shot to Colucci's temple. My spies in Catch Wrestling L.A. inform me that Ludwig has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends! Colucci works his way to full guard. Good work. Colucci wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Colucci looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB# Colucci is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ludwig defends well. Ludwig lands a couple of decent looking shots. Ludwig stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Colucci swivels though and keeps the full guard. Colucci is controlling Ludwig's posture.#T2# Ludwig throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Colucci is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR# Colucci not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Colucci trying to pass the guard but Ludwig defending well. Ludwig wants to get back to his feet. Colucci throwing shots but Ludwig is blocking nicely. Ludwig is positioning himself well to prevent Colucci advancing to mount. Colucci throwing shots but Ludwig is blocking nicely. Colucci missing with the ground and pound from half guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Colucci not landing any meaningful shots this time. Ludwig has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Colucci is working away from the top position though. Colucci content to control rather than advance. #T3# Colucci stops Ludwig from getting back to his feet.
Colucci controlling the action here. Colucci 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. Ludwig works his way to full guard. Good work. Ludwig wants to sweep but no luck. Colucci scoring with punches to the head and body. Ludwig bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Colucci's guard. #REVB# Ludwig missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Colucci holds on and takes a little breather. Colucci is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ludwig stopping the sweep attempt from Colucci.#T4# Colucci utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ludwig accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Colucci preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB# Colucci throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ludwig postures up in Colucci's guard and throws a big left but Colucci blocks it. Colucci utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #SUB# Colucci looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Ludwig throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Ludwig stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Colucci swivels though and keeps the full guard. Ludwig trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Ludwig is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sven Ludwig dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2# Ludwig throws a sloppy body shot
#TD# and Colucci counters with a single leg into guard. Ludwig didn't expect that. Ludwig has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Ludwig wants to sweep but no luck. Colucci throws a big elbow that misses. Ludwig pulls Colucci in close to prevent any damage. Colucci preventing the sweep. Ludwig trying to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ludwig is adopting a defensive guard. Ludwig not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ludwig looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T1# We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon. Ludwig looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Ludwig working a defensive guard here.
#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Ludwig displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Colucci. Ludwig lunges at Colucci with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Colucci's hand. Ludwig throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Colucci appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Ludwig fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Colucci manages to avoid it. Colucci shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Sven Ludwig seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Ludwig tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Colucci paws at him with a jab and circles away. Michel Colucci is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Ludwig displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Colucci. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2# No luck for Colucci with that takedown attempt. Colucci tries for a takedown but Ludwig sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Ludwig has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Ludwig throws a lazy head kick #TD# and Colucci counters with a single leg into guard. Ludwig didn't expect that. Colucci trying to control the position from guard on top but Ludwig is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Ludwig tries to land a sweep but no joy. Colucci trying to control but Ludwig is working from the bottom. Ludwig has control of Colucci's left arm, preventing Colucci from doing any damage. Ludwig is looking to stand up but Colucci isn't so interested in that idea. Colucci wants to pass the guard but Ludwig is keeping the position. Colucci trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. #T3# Colucci is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Ludwig pulls Colucci in to control the position. Ludwig looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Colucci connects with a couple of short punches. Michel Colucci overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Ludwig preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Colucci throwing strikes from guard but Ludwig blocks nicely. Ludwig wants to sweep here but Colucci controlling him for the moment. Colucci throws a big right hand that misses. Ludwig looking to control.
Ludwig wants to stand but Colucci is controlling the position. Colucci throwing strikes from guard but Ludwig blocks nicely. Colucci working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #T4# Ludwig preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Colucci stops Ludwig from standing up. Colucci working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Colucci is looking to work some ground and pound but Ludwig has wrist control. Colucci with a nice head shot there. Colucci slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. Ludwig can't keep his opponent in guard - Colucci advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. Ludwig is holding on to half guard well. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Ludwig wants to get back to his feet.
Ludwig keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Michel Colucci dominated that second 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. This is the final round! #R3# Ludwig plants his feet and lands a nice head kick! Colucci fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ludwig avoids it really well and circles away. Ludwig looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it. Good work by Ludwig as he checks the leg kick. Colucci shoots in but no luck this time. Ludwig just misses with a punch to the body.
That kick from Ludwig tenderised Colucci's leg. Colucci is trying to keep his angry face on. Colucci takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#CUT2# It looks like Michel Colucci has been cut. Ludwig tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Colucci paws at him with a jab and circles away. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #TD2# Ludwig scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Ludwig lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Colucci down.
Ludwig scoring with punches from side control. Both fighters take a look at the clock.#T1# Ludwig wants to lay and pray for a moment but Colucci keeps working. Ludwig wants to stand but Colucci is controlling his arm. Ludwig lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. Colucci wants to control but Ludwig postures up. Ludwig tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily. Ludwig cracks Colucci with a big right hand but Colucci just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Colucci is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Ludwig's leg. He's managed it. Nice work. Colucci avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Ludwig. #T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Ludwig lands strikes from half guard. Ludwig missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Colucci trying to control from the bottom.
Ludwig looks to land a strike but Colucci avoids it nicely and regains full guard. Colucci preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Ludwig throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Colucci works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Ludwig chips away with some ground and pound. Colucci has his hands on Ludwig's head, controlling the position. Colucci working a defensive guard here.
#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2# Ludwig feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. Ludwig throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Colucci works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T3# Ludwig is fighting to break Colucci's control of his arms but Colucci is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB# Colucci has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ludwig can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Ludwig postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Ludwig accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Ludwig content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. Colucci is trying to keep Ludwig in close.
Ludwig trying to stand up but can't free himself from Colucci's guard. Colucci looking for a sweep. Not yet Colucci, not yet. #T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Ludwig would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup. Ludwig missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Ludwig throws a sloppy head kick #TD# and Colucci counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Ludwig working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Colucci. Colucci prevents Ludwig from getting back to his feet. Colucci trying to control but Ludwig is working from the bottom. Colucci throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Ludwig works some decent striking defense from the bottom. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Ludwig is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive. Ludwig is trying to control the position but Colucci postures up. Colucci loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
And that's the end of the fight! Sven Ludwig comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Ludwig has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Trevor Gratis scores the fight 28:29 Judge Yves DeLean scores the fight 28:29 Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sven Ludwig! Sven Ludwig decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
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PL MMA 38,5
Date: May 14, 2020 |
The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Colucci moves in looking to clinch but Hill pushes him off. Hill lands a lovely overhand right. Colucci uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hill.
Colucci fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Hill sprawls well initially but Colucci persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Colucci prevents Hill from improving his position. Hill wants to control but Colucci is keeping busy.
Hill gets full guard. Colucci is looking to work some ground and pound but Hill has wrist control. Colucci working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill is trying to keep Colucci in close.
Colucci pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Hill is keeping the position for now.
That's one minute gone in the round. Colucci throws a big elbow that misses. Hill working for a triangle but Colucci defends it easily.
Colucci preventing the sweep. Colucci working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Hill looking for a guillotine here but Colucci defends easily.
Colucci is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Colucci missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Colucci trying to control but Hill is working from the bottom. Hill bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Colucci's guard.
Colucci 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. Colucci can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Hill controls the pace. Hill looking to pass the guard. Colucci seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission. Hill advances to half guard. Colucci actively working from the bottom here. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Hill takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Hill wants to lay and pray for a moment but Colucci keeps working. Hill not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Hill wants to pass to mount but Colucci is defending the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Hill is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Colucci is looking to improve his position but Hill isn't that keen on the idea. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Colucci tries to lock up and control but Hill gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away. Colucci manages to regain half guard. Good work. Hill is trying to control. Colucci wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Hill trying to mount his opponent but Colucci defends it. Colucci trying to hold on to Hill's head to control him but Hill postures up.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Colucci is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Hill trying to pass the guard but Colucci defending well. Hill prevents Colucci from improving his position. Colucci looking for submissions off his back. Hill working over Colucci with some ground and pound. Colucci looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Hill trying to pass the guard but Colucci defending well. Hill not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Scott Hill 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.
Hill lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Hill shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Colucci but Colucci pushes him off and we're back to square one. Michel Colucci is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Colucci takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Hill gets the takedown into side control. Hill scores with a couple of short elbows. Hill tries to advance to mount but Colucci denies him. Colucci taking punishment in the form of punches.
Colucci is trying to get back to half guard. Hill tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Hill lands a decent elbow from side control.
That's one minute gone in the round. Colucci taking punishment in the form of punches.
Sloppy strikes there by Hill. Colucci is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Colucci controls the position for a moment. Colucci managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Hill.
Hill working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Hill working away. Hill working the body and head with strikes. Hill landing a few strikes. Colucci wants to control but Hill postures up. Scott Hill has got the better of the ground game so far. Colucci sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard. Hill looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Hill wants to lay and pray for a moment but Colucci keeps working.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Colucci trying to hold on to Hill's head to control him but Hill postures up.
Hill working over Colucci with some ground and pound. Colucci looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Colucci is looking for a sweep. Hill is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Colucci is trying to stand.
Colucci looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Hill looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. Colucci trying to control from the bottom.
Hill is nestled in close to Colucci, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Hill throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Colucci tries to roll over but Hill keeps him under control. Colucci has his hands clasped together around Hill's back. He's all about the action. Hill working Colucci over with strikes. Colucci is looking to improve his position.
Hill lands strikes from half guard. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Colucci taking some punishment here, with Hill in his half guard. Colucci regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Hill. Hill wants to pass the guard but Colucci is keeping the position. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Scott Hill showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
Hill throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hill misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Colucci.
Colucci shoots in looking for a takedown. Hill tries to sprawl out of it but Colucci keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Hill manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Hill throws a body shot but no joy. Scott Hill seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Colucci keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Hill misses with a lunging right hand
and Colucci counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Hill! Hill tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Colucci wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Colucci off and has taken his back! Colucci prevents Hill from getting a body triangle. Hill is landing with strikes. Colucci can't take much more of this. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Colucci wants to control his opponent's hands but Hill gets his hands free.
That's one minute gone in the round. Colucci grimaces as he takes a shot to the body. Colucci trying to control but not successfully. Colucci prevents Hill from getting a body triangle. Colucci preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Hill. I really don't envy Colucci right now.
Hill not allowing Colucci to control his hands. Hill is looking for a rear naked choke here but Colucci reverses the position brilliantly into Hill's guard!
Hill wants to improve his position but instead Colucci has moved into half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Colucci is trying to control the action in half guard but Hill is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Hill is looking for a sweep. Colucci is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Hill works his way to full guard. Good work. Hill manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Colucci manages to get himself to full guard.
Hill trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Hill stopping the sweep attempt from Colucci. Hill got a little sloppy there for a moment and Colucci has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hill has managed to get both his arms back between Colucci's legs - danger averted. Hill drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Hill jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Colucci utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Colucci keeping full guard, as Hill tries to pass. Colucci wants to stand and escape but Hill is having none of it. Colucci looking for a sweep. Not yet Colucci, not yet. Colucci trying to control the position.
Hill not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Colucci avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Hill trying to control but Colucci is working from the bottom.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Hill misses with a wild body shot. Colucci attempts a counter takedown but Hill avoids it well and moves away. Hill throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Colucci tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Hill is in Colucci's guard. Colucci is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Hill looking to pass the guard. Colucci managing to control the position. Hill loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Colucci looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Colucci throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Scott Hill really dominated that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
Colucci gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Hill. Colucci drives through with a takedown into guard. Hill bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Colucci's guard. Colucci keeping moving, preventing Hill from controlling successfully. Colucci is pulling down on Hill's head. It's preventing any offense from Hill, at least for the moment. Colucci keeping moving, preventing Hill from controlling successfully. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci looking for a sweep. Not yet Colucci, not yet. Hill throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Colucci works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Hill is in close to Colucci's body, working some short punches and elbows. Hill trying to control but Colucci is working from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round. Colucci tries to strike from the bottom.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Hill's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Hill wants to pass the guard but Colucci is keeping the position. Hill scoring with some ground and pound. Colucci preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Colucci is adopting a defensive guard. Hill trying to control but Colucci is working from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Colucci trying to keep a closed guard but Hill is proving a slippery customer.
Colucci keeping full guard, as Hill tries to pass.
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Hill scores with a jab. Colucci acknowledges it with a nod of the head. Colucci uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hill.
Colucci moves in looking to clinch but Hill pushes him off. Hill will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Hill swings for the body but Colucci moves out of range.
Colucci changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Hill tries to avoid it but Colucci manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Hill to the ground. Hill escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Hill drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Colucci defends it well. Hill ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Colucci moves away. Hill leaves Colucci with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Hill misses the shot to the body. Hill shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Colucci napping and manages to drive through into side control! Hill tries to move to mount but Colucci blocks the move with his legs. Hill looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Colucci is avoiding damage well.
Hill tries to move to mount but Colucci blocks the move with his legs. Colucci takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head. Colucci is looking to reverse the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Hill is chipping away with strikes.
Hill creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots. Hill misses with an attempted head punch from side control. Colucci holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage. Hill throwing shots but missing, from side control. Colucci wants to control but Hill postures up. Hill is looking to take a break and control but Colucci is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Colucci takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Hill lands a nice forearm strike. This has been an exciting period of action! Hill throws an elbow but Colucci slips to the side and avoids it well. Hill scores with punches from side control. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Scott Hill dominated that fourth round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
Hill throws out a powerful jab. Colucci shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Hill sprawls well. Hill wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Colucci gets slowly back to his feet. Hill has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Hill tries to score a power double leg takedown but Colucci sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Hill somewhat. Colucci tries to clinch there but Hill circles away.
Nice shot by Hill. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hill decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Colucci preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. Hill is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
That's one minute gone in the round. Hill is looking for a kimura here.
Hill wants to free his trapped foot but Colucci is holding on for dear life with his legs. Hill frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Hill looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Hill lands a nice shot to the head.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Hill wants to control the pace but Colucci is squirming around nicely. Colucci holds of for dear life. Colucci working to try and regain half guard.
Colucci tries to lock up and control but Hill gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away. Colucci is trying to escape the mount.
Hill 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.
Hill with shots to the head and body - Colucci looks very uncomfortable down there. Hill has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Colucci's face.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Hill working away from the top, dropping strikes. Colucci is looking to get to half guard. Hill landing shots from mount.
It looks like Michel Colucci has been cut. Hill lands a couple of good shots and Colucci has given up his back, trying to escape the position! Hill has the hooks in. Colucci is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. Hill is looking to finish with some ground and pound! Colucci trying to control the hands but Hill won't let him. Hill is looking for the choke from the back position but Colucci is controlling his hands well. Colucci trying to control the position but Hill manages to sink in the hooks. Hill is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Colucci has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Hill. Hill has Colucci flattened out and is raining down punches. Hill is looking to control Colucci but Colucci is wriggling around and keeping busy. Colucci has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Hill. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Hill looking to break Colucci's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Colucci remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Hill will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke! Michel Colucci has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Hill lands with a couple of good shots - one to the side of the head and one questionable shot that could be viewed as to the back of the head but the referee lets it go.
Hill misses with a punch to the head. Colucci turns into Hill and is now in his guard.
Hill has Colucci pulled in close to control his posture. Scott Hill is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. Colucci lands a couple of decent looking shots.
And that's the end of the fight! Scott Hill comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Hill 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 45:50 Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 45:50 Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 45:50
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Scott Hill! Scott Hill is the new middleweight champion! A relieved looking Scott Hill 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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PL MMA 37 McDonald vs Colucci
Date: May 08, 2020 |
#R1# McDonald fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#TD# Excellent takedown into side control there by McDonald . McDonald is working Colucci over with some ground and pound from side control. McDonald in side control lands a decent elbow. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. McDonald scores with a couple of short elbows. McDonald passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Colucci! McDonald raining down shots from the mount! This has been an exciting period of action! Colucci tries to reverse the position but McDonald maintains control. Colucci is in a horrible position here. McDonald smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Colucci keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Colucci just holding on. McDonald is landing with some decent strikes but Colucci is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.#T1# McDonald scores with a couple of good head shots there.
McDonald is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Colucci can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
McDonald looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Colucci in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. McDonald looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. McDonald lands a couple of good shots and Colucci has given up his back, trying to escape the position! 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! Colucci trying to control the hands but McDonald won't let him. McDonald is throwing strikes from the back here. Oh that last one was to the back of the head. McDonald gets a warning from the referee. He throws another strike to the back of the head straight away though and the referee has seen enough. He breaks up the two fighters and stands them back up. McDonald gets a real talking to here and is lucky not to get a point deducted. McDonald apologises and we restart here on the feet.
Colucci misses with a takedown and McDonald counters with a flying knee. Nice. McDonald cracks Colucci with a right hand to the side of the head. Colucci checks the leg kick. Colucci walks into a stiff left hand from McDonald . McDonald smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T2# McDonald throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Colucci with a poor takedown and McDonald counters with a leg kick. #TD# McDonald shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Colucci is trying to defend but McDonald finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. McDonald throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Colucci on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Colucci is controlling McDonald 's position as best he can from this difficult position. The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Colucci wants to improve his position but McDonald is controlling well.
Colucci taking some punishment here, with McDonald in his half guard. Colucci is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. McDonald working Colucci over with strikes. #T3# Colucci tries to roll over but McDonald keeps him under control. McDonald thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. McDonald missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Colucci blocking the ground and pound attempt from McDonald . McDonald thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. McDonald tries to pass the half guard into mount. Colucci knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. McDonald prevents Colucci from improving his position. Colucci taking some punishment here, with McDonald in his half guard. Colucci is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. McDonald looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Colucci with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. McDonald wants to free his trapped foot but Colucci is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T4# Colucci on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Colucci controlling the position for now. Colucci wants to control but McDonald is keeping busy and won't allow it. Nice strikes from McDonald there. Colucci is concentrating on defense, preventing McDonald from advancing position. McDonald slips a nice elbow through Colucci's hands, connecting with Colucci's forehead. McDonald working over Colucci with some ground and pound. Colucci looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Colucci on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Colucci taking some punishment here, with McDonald in his half guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Cletus McDonald dominated that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! #R2# Colucci is looking to clinch. McDonald thumps Colucci with a low kick. Michel Colucci is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by McDonald .
Colucci changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. McDonald tries to avoid it but Colucci manages to keep hold of a leg and drag McDonald to the ground. McDonald escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. McDonald throws a leg kick #TD2# and Colucci counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. McDonald works his way to full guard. Good work. Colucci trying to control the position from guard on top but McDonald is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Colucci content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. McDonald manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Colucci manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR# McDonald is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Colucci pulls McDonald in close to his closed guard and prevents McDonald from doing any damage or advancing position. Colucci looking to control.
#T1# Colucci might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control McDonald haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time. McDonald throws a strike but Colucci rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB# McDonald wants to sweep but no luck. Colucci content to stall in guard here. Colucci scoring with punches to the head and body. Colucci wants to control from the top but McDonald keeps moving. McDonald looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2# Colucci trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but McDonald manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVR# McDonald with a nice head shot there. Colucci managing to control the position. McDonald scoring with punches to the head and body. Colucci is pulling down on McDonald 's head. It's preventing any offense from McDonald , at least for the moment. McDonald scoring with punches to the head and body. #T3# Colucci is pulling down on McDonald 's head to control his posture. Colucci keeping full guard, as McDonald tries to pass. McDonald scoring with some ground and pound. McDonald keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Colucci's head. Colucci working a defensive guard here.
Cletus McDonald overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. McDonald keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Colucci's head. McDonald postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB2# McDonald avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Colucci keeping full guard, as McDonald tries to pass. McDonald postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T4# Colucci has McDonald pulled in close to control his posture. McDonald landing with the ground and pound. #SUB2# Colucci has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but McDonald can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. McDonald is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Colucci can do to turn this around? McDonald content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. McDonald throwing strikes from guard but Colucci blocks nicely. McDonald working some strikes from top position. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. McDonald is working Colucci over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. McDonald is working Colucci over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Cletus McDonald dominated that second round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R3##CL# McDonald has closed the distance and engaged Colucci in a clinch.
Colucci is pressed up against the cage. McDonald has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Colucci down to the mat. Colucci avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Colucci takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. McDonald misses with a left hand #TD2# and Colucci counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for McDonald ! McDonald gets back to half guard. McDonald wants to get back to full guard but Colucci has mounted him! Colucci trying to control but he's not successful this time. McDonald is desperately trying to improve his position but Colucci has a good base and remains in mount. McDonald throwing hammer fists to the chest of Colucci. What's that going to do exactly? McDonald keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Colucci working McDonald over with strikes here. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Colucci putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!#T1# McDonald tries to get back to half guard but can't. Colucci looking to finish McDonald with some ground and pound. This is bad for McDonald ! McDonald is desperately trying to improve his position but Colucci has a good base and remains in mount. McDonald sneaks a leg under to get to half guard. Colucci lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. McDonald moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. McDonald bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Colucci's guard. #REVR# Hammerfist, elbow! yells McDonald 's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Colucci can't keep his opponent in guard - McDonald advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T2# McDonald looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Colucci with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. We've been hearing that McDonald has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#SUB2# Colucci looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Colucci is holding on to half guard well. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. McDonald lands a nice short elbow. McDonald is thwarting Colucci's attempts to control the position. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. McDonald lands a nice short elbow. Colucci tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. McDonald trying to pass the guard but Colucci defending well. Colucci has hold of McDonald 's hands but McDonald slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T3# McDonald seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. McDonald seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. McDonald scoring with strikes to the body and head. Colucci trying to control from the bottom.
McDonald wants to pass to mount but Colucci is defending the position. McDonald is nestled in close to Colucci, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB2# Colucci actively working from the bottom here. McDonald slips a nice elbow through Colucci's hands, connecting with Colucci's forehead. McDonald lands strikes from half guard. McDonald is looking to advance position but Colucci won't allow it. McDonald working over Colucci with some ground and pound. Colucci looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T4# McDonald slips a nice elbow through Colucci's hands, connecting with Colucci's forehead. McDonald throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. McDonald throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Colucci to regain full guard. Our spies down at at Kombat Hangar 18 inform us that Colucci has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off? Colucci is trying to keep McDonald in close.
McDonald postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. McDonald scoring with some ground and pound. Colucci wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Cletus McDonald clearly takes that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R4# Colucci tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. McDonald manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. McDonald fakes a jab and scores with a low kick. Colucci shoots in for a takedown but McDonald shows good takedown defense. McDonald stuffs the takedown.#CL# McDonald clinches with his opponent.
Colucci tries to pull guard but McDonald forces him back to his feet, against the cage. Cletus McDonald has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michel Colucci. McDonald lands a right hand. A head punch blocked on the inside by Colucci. Colucci leaning against his opponent.
#BC# McDonald escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Colucci looks for a takedown but McDonald sprawls well. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. McDonald connects with an inside leg kick. Colucci has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from McDonald finds it's way round the side to connect with Colucci's head. Jab by McDonald .#T1# McDonald is looking to score with low kicks. Colucci walks into a jab. Colucci shoots in and drives through. McDonald sprawls well. McDonald appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick. Colucci blocks the body kick.
McDonald delivers a nice body kick. Cletus McDonald seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Colucci takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh. Colucci shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has McDonald pinned against the cage. McDonald gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Colucci tries to move into range but McDonald moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. McDonald throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body. Colucci takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#T2##TD# McDonald gets the takedown into side control. 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! McDonald scores with punches from side control. McDonald lands a few punches from side control. Colucci manages to get back to half guard. McDonald wants to pass the guard but Colucci is defending well. 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. McDonald connects with a nice short shot to Colucci's temple. McDonald landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. McDonald lands a nice short elbow. Colucci keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. McDonald working Colucci over with strikes. Ground and pound from McDonald . Colucci is trying to control but can't.
#T3# McDonald missing with the ground and pound from half guard. McDonald throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. McDonald tries to pass the half guard into mount. Colucci knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Colucci flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
McDonald looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Colucci moves into full guard.
Colucci keeping full guard, as McDonald tries to pass. #SUB2# Colucci has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but McDonald can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. McDonald stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Colucci swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4# Hammerfist, elbow! yells McDonald 's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Colucci working a defensive guard here.
Colucci seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. McDonald lands a couple of decent looking shots. McDonald postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. McDonald keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Colucci's head. McDonald working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as McDonald accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. McDonald works a leg free and moves into half guard. McDonald lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Cletus McDonald had his way with Michel Colucci in that round. That's time! McDonald 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards. #R5# McDonald throws a push kick but Colucci slaps the foot to one side. McDonald stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. A nice inside leg kick there by McDonald . That's going to slow Colucci down. Colucci fails to land the takedown. Colucci shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts McDonald as he jumps to the side. Colucci moves out of range of the body kick from McDonald .
Colucci misses with a takedown attempt and McDonald counters with a nice leg kick. Cletus McDonald has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michel Colucci.#TD# McDonald gets a takedown into half guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci is trying is best to control the position here. McDonald is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T1# Colucci is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. McDonald missing with the ground and pound from half guard. McDonald trying to pass the guard but Colucci defending well. Colucci controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. McDonald winds up and cracks Colucci with a swinging punch to the side of the head. McDonald looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Colucci with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. Colucci regains full guard. Nicely done. McDonald with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T2# McDonald in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. McDonald distracts Colucci with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. McDonald throws a big elbow that misses. McDonald throwing strikes but missing. McDonald with a flurry of punches that miss. #SUB2# Colucci throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
McDonald throwing strikes but missing. McDonald postures up.
McDonald landing some decent shots from guard. #T3# McDonald is pushing down on Colucci's leg trying to pass to half guard. Colucci is fighting to maintain full guard but McDonald has managed to sneak the leg through. McDonald throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #SUB2# Colucci looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. McDonald landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. Colucci has hold of McDonald 's hands but McDonald slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. McDonald throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #ES2# Colucci has one foot on McDonald 's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.#TD# McDonald shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Colucci manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Colucci is trying to keep McDonald in close.
#T4# McDonald lands a couple of elbows. McDonald landing some decent shots from guard. McDonald is fighting to break Colucci's control of his arms but Colucci is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment. Hammerfist, elbow! yells McDonald 's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Cletus McDonald is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Colucci wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. Michel Colucci has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! McDonald advances to half guard. Colucci wants to get back to his feet.
#SUB2# Colucci looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight! Cletus McDonald showed his dominance in that final round. Well McDonald has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 50:43 Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 50:43 Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 50:43
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cletus McDonald ! Cletus McDonald retains his middleweight title! A very excited looking Cletus McDonald 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:
PL MMA 27 Inarritu vs Erikson
Date: Apr 03, 2020 |
#R1# Colucci slips under a jab from Dean. Colucci uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Dean.
Dean keeps the fight on the outside. A nice side step and Dean releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Colucci shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Dean is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Colucci is defended easily by Dean. Colucci tries for a takedown but Dean sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL# Colucci closes the distance and clinches. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD# Colucci successfully pulls guard.
Dean has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Colucci is proving hard to escape from. Dean wants to stand and escape but instead Colucci has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR# Dean is looking to stand up but Colucci isn't so interested in that idea. Colucci might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T1# The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Colucci passes easily into side control. Nice work. Dean taking a bit of punishment here - Colucci scoring with strikes. Dean is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Colucci asserts his dominance and retains side control. Colucci cracks Dean with a big elbow. Dean is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Colucci asserts his dominance and retains side control. Colucci lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. #T2# Colucci lands an elbow. Dean tries to escape but Colucci is in control. Colucci cracks Dean with an elbow. That is naaassty. Dean is pushing Colucci's head away, looking to escape. Colucci manages to hold on to the position though. Colucci lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. Dean is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Colucci has just dragged him back down to the mat. Colucci lands an elbow. Colucci 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. Dean gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Colucci is in the full mount, landing strikes. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Colucci landing punches. Colucci tries to control but Dean wriggling away. Dean is trying to stand up. Colucci lands a nice shot to the head. Colucci lands a big elbow. #T3# Dean wants to get back to his feet.
Colucci lands a big elbow. Colucci tries to control but Dean wriggling away. Dean wants to try and get back to his feet. Dean is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first. Colucci controlling the pace for now. Dean is trying to stand up. Colucci controlling from the full mount. The referee warns Dean that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
#T4# Colucci is in the full mount, landing strikes. Colucci loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have Dean scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Colucci land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Colucci stands and salutes the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michel Colucci! A victorious Michel Colucci 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:
PL MMA 20 Pinochet vs Mencken
Date: Mar 11, 2020 |
#R1# Carter throws a hook to the side of Colucci's head but Colucci sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Colucci shoots in but no luck this time. Carter throws a lazy uppercut
#TD2# and Colucci counters with a nice double leg into guard. Colucci wants to control from the top but Carter keeps moving. Carter is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Colucci controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Colucci is looking to work some ground and pound but Carter has wrist control. Carter controls Colucci momentarily but Colucci frees himself. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Carter is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive. Carter is working hard here to advance position.#T1# Colucci prevents Carter from getting back to his feet. Carter is trying to keep Colucci in close.
Carter avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Carter is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR# Colucci is looking to control Carter's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Colucci avoid being mounted? Colucci is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment. Colucci wants to control but Carter is keeping busy and won't allow it. Colucci regains full guard. Nicely done. Carter trying to control but Colucci is working from the bottom. Carter stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Colucci swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2# Colucci pulls Carter in close to his closed guard and prevents Carter from doing any damage or advancing position. Colucci looking for a sweep. Not yet Colucci, not yet. Colucci has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Carter trying to control but Colucci is working from the bottom. Colucci is trying to hold Carter in close to prevent damage but Carter has managed to pass into half guard.
Colucci keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T3##SUB# Carter is looking for a kimura here.
Carter prevents Colucci from improving his position. Colucci has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it. Colucci holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. Carter trying to mount his opponent but Colucci defends it. Colucci trying to control from the bottom.
#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T4# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Colucci misses with a wild body shot. Carter connects with a looping right hand.
Carter swats away the attempt to clinch by Colucci.#TD2# Colucci looking to score a takedown here. Carter is defending well but Colucci drives through and ends up in Carter's guard. Carter wants to sweep but no luck. Carter managing to control the position. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Colucci trying to control the position from guard on top but Carter is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Michael Carter will probably get the nod. 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##TD2# Colucci looking to score a takedown here. Carter is defending well but Colucci drives through and ends up in Carter's guard. Carter pulls Colucci in close to his closed guard and prevents Colucci from doing any damage or advancing position. Carter looking to hit a scissor sweep but Colucci is one step ahead there. Carter is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Carter looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Carter is pulling down on Colucci's head. It's preventing any offense from Colucci, at least for the moment. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci trying to control but Carter is working from the bottom. Colucci might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Carter haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time. Carter knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Colucci on the ground.#T1# Colucci postures up.
Colucci stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Carter swivels though and keeps the full guard. Colucci missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Colucci is in close to Carter's body, working some short punches and elbows. Colucci loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Carter is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Colucci postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. Colucci is fighting to break Carter's control of his arms but Carter is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB2# Colucci drops back looking for a leg! Carter is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Carter manages to kick Colucci off! Colucci jumps back into Carter's guard. Carter is trying to keep Colucci in close.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. Carter wants to sweep here but Colucci controlling him for the moment. Carter is trying to keep Colucci in close.
Colucci won't allow Carter to sweep him here. Colucci in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Colucci trying to control but Carter is working from the bottom. Colucci won't allow Carter to sweep him here. Colucci stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Carter swivels though and keeps the full guard. Colucci wants to control from the top but Carter keeps moving. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3# Colucci bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Colucci shoots in but Carter avoids the takedown attempt easily. Carter misses with the body kick#TD2# and Colucci counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Carter seems keen to control Colucci's posture. Carter is looking to stand up but Colucci isn't so interested in that idea. Colucci trying to control but Carter is working from the bottom. Colucci is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully. Carter trying to keep a closed guard but Colucci is proving a slippery customer.
#T4# Colucci lands a couple of decent looking shots. Carter is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Colucci looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Colucci trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Carter is pulling down on Colucci's head to control his posture. Colucci keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Carter's head. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Colucci postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Colucci preventing the sweep. Carter controls Colucci momentarily but Colucci frees himself. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Michel Colucci showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round! #R3##TD2# Colucci closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Carter tries to bench press Colucci off him but Colucci keeps the position. You can see the frustration on Carter's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Carter prevents Colucci from moving into mount. Carter is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Colucci has just dragged him back down to the mat. Carter prevents Colucci from moving into mount. Colucci throwing shots but missing, from side control. Carter is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Colucci is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Carter tries to reverse the position but Colucci maintains control. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Carter is trying to stand. Colucci in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
Colucci looking to finish Carter with some ground and pound. This is bad for Carter!#CUT2# It looks like Michael Carter has been cut. Colucci is landing with some decent strikes but Carter is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Colucci raining down shots from the mount!#CUT2# Michael Carter's cut is getting worse. Carter is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T1# Colucci raining down shots from the mount! Colucci scores with a couple of good head shots there.
#ROC2# Carter is rocked!#CUT2# Michael Carter's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it. Colucci postures up and lands a whopping elbow - oh that's hurt Carter bigstyle! Two more strikes land for Colucci and the fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Michel Colucci! A very excited looking Michel Colucci 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 19, 2020 |
#R1# Colucci moves out of range as Sledgehammer strikes. A nice leg kick lands there from Sledgehammer. Sledgehammer throws out a loose jab but Colucci uses good head movement to avoid it. Sledgehammer throws out a powerful jab. Sledgehammer misses with a straight left. Hanny Sledgehammer seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL# Sledgehammer tries to keep at a distance but Colucci has taken the fight into the clinch. A quick uppercut on the inside from Sledgehammer. Colucci has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Sledgehammer avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch. Colucci wants a takedown.
Sledgehammer softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Colucci is looking to take this one to the mat. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. That's going to take a lot out of him. Colucci blocks an uppercut.
#TD# Colucci jumps guard.
Sledgehammer being controlled here momentarily. Sledgehammer trying to stand up but can't free himself from Colucci's guard.#T1##SUB# Colucci is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sledgehammer wants to stand but Colucci has a closed guard, so he can't escape. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Sledgehammer trying to control the position from guard on top but Colucci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Sledgehammer has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Colucci is proving hard to escape from. Colucci pulls Sledgehammer in close to his closed guard and prevents Sledgehammer from doing any damage or advancing position. Sledgehammer wants to stand but Colucci has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Sledgehammer tries to clinch there but Colucci circles away.
#T2# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. Colucci tries to score a power double leg takedown but Sledgehammer sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Colucci somewhat. Sledgehammer tests Colucci's chin there with a solid looking shot. Sledgehammer throws a sloppy head kick and Colucci moves out of range easily. Sledgehammer is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Colucci tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Sledgehammer manages to circle out of the way. Hanny Sledgehammer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Sledgehammer jabbing away but nothing is landing. Colucci slips a jab from Sledgehammer. Colucci closes the distance and clinches up with Sledgehammer, looking for a takedown. Colucci pushes Sledgehammer against the cage but Sledgehammer circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Sledgehammer misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Sledgehammer swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD# and Colucci counters with a shoot takedown. Sledgehammer fights it but they end up in guard. Colucci is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Colucci wants to pass the guard but Sledgehammer is keeping the position. Colucci landing some decent shots from guard. #T3# Sledgehammer is looking to stand up but Colucci isn't so interested in that idea. Sledgehammer is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#SUB# Sledgehammer is trying to push Colucci off with his feet but Colucci grabs hold of one of the legs and drops back looking for a submission! He's cranking on one of Sledgehammer's ankles and Sledgehammer is forced to tap! This one is aaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Ankle Lock). Michel Colucci! A victorious Michel Colucci thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 17, 2020 |
#R1# A low kick from Sledgehammer misses #TD# and Colucci counters with a single leg into guard. Sledgehammer didn't expect that. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Colucci is stalling in the full guard. Sledgehammer tries to land a sweep but no joy. Sledgehammer keeps trying to improve his position. Colucci wants to control from the top but Sledgehammer keeps moving. Sledgehammer is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci trying to control the position from guard on top but Sledgehammer is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Colucci working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Sledgehammer wants to stand but Colucci is controlling the position. Sledgehammer trying to keep a closed guard but Colucci is proving a slippery customer.
#T1##SUB# Sledgehammer wants to improve his position here. There's a bit of a scramble and Colucci has taken Sledgehammer's back! He's locked on a rear naked choke here and Sledgehammer has been forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Michel Colucci! An out of breath Michel Colucci thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 10, 2020 |
#R1# Browne lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#CL2# Browne darts in and clinches Colucci up against the cage. Colucci stalls. Browne tries to throw a body punch but Colucci avoids it by throwing Browne back against the cage. Colucci can't get the takedown.
Browne doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Colucci takes a shot to the head. A hook to the body from Browne.
Browne lands a shoulder strike. Browne is pressed up against the cage. Colucci has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Browne down to the mat. Browne avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Browne misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Colucci.
Browne lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Nice uppercut lands for Browne. That snapped Colucci's head back.
Colucci bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Browne is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Colucci. Browne pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Nice defenses there by Colucci. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Colucci has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Browne.#T1# A low kick from Browne is predictable there #TD# and Colucci counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Colucci. #ES2# Browne manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage. A head punch on the inside from Browne fails to land. Browne misses with a short punch on the inside. Colucci drops down looking for an ankle pick but Browne pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. That's going to take a lot out of him. Browne lands a nice shot to the body.
Colucci uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Browne. Colucci checks a leg kick. Colucci tries to clinch up and Colucci takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Browne tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Colucci was well out of range. Poor timing from Browne.#T2# Colucci fails with the takedown. Colucci misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Browne lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Colucci avoids the body shot from Browne.
Browne throws a body kick but he wasn't in range. Colucci fails in his attempt to clinch. Colucci shoots for a double leg takedown but Browne sprawls well. He's pushed Colucci's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Browne wants to counter the offense by Colucci and move into the clinch position. Liam Browne is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL# Colucci takes the fight into the clinch. Browne swings wildly with an uppercut but Colucci uses good head movement to avoid it. Colucci tries for a takedown but Browne manages to get underhooks.
Browne doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#T3# Colucci is looking to take this one to the mat. Browne presses Colucci against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot. Browne lands a left hand that snaps the head of Colucci backwards. Colucci is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Browne is defending well. Browne lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Browne misses with a hook from the clinch. Browne lands with a right to the head. A head punch on the inside from Browne fails to land. Browne works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A hook to the body from Browne.
Colucci is breathing heavily. Browne throws a punch but it's blocked by Colucci. Browne misses with a punch on the inside.
Browne tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Colucci's elbow. Browne scores with a hook to the body. Good body shot from Browne.
Browne lands a body shot in the clinch.
Browne scores with a nice hook to the head. Browne 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! A quick uppercut on the inside from Browne. Browne lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Colucci backwards. #T4# Browne swings wildly with an uppercut but Colucci uses good head movement to avoid it. Browne lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Colucci. Browne lands with a left to the head. Browne lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Colucci backwards. Browne lands on the inside with an uppercut. Browne working some nice short punches in the clinch. Browne tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Browne softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. A short right hand to the side of the head by Browne. Browne lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Colucci or not. Browne lands a left hand that snaps the head of Colucci backwards. Browne working some nice short punches in the clinch. Browne lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Browne lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Nice body punch from Browne. Browne lands with a short head shot on the inside. Browne lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Colucci backwards. Browne lands a left hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Liam Browne dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Browne scores with a punch to the head.#CUT2# It looks like Michel Colucci has been cut. Colucci shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Browne defends it nicely. Liam Browne seems to be getting the better of the standup. Colucci takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Colucci has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Colucci there as he acknowledges the shot. Colucci looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Browne is fending him off so far but Colucci persists. Nope, Browne circles away and we're back to standing. Browne with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Browne connects with a leg kick. Colucci looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Colucci shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Browne but Browne pushes him off and we're back to square one. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. That's going to take a lot out of him. Browne thows a leg kick but Colucci checks it and Colucci counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Browne is lucky that one didn't land flush. #T1# Browne scores with a nice strike. Browne has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Colucci uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Browne.
Browne fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Colucci feinted with a counter takedown. Browne looks to score with a jab to the body but Colucci is just out of range. Colucci tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Browne manages to circle out of the way. Colucci uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Browne.
Colucci feinted with a counter takedown. Browne throws a body punch but Colucci moves out of range. Colucci tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Browne manages to circle out of the way.#TD# Colucci shoots in and bounces Browne off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.#ES2# Browne pushes Colucci off and gets back to his feet.
Browne misses with a straight right. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Colucci blocks a low kick nicely. Colucci changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Colucci wants to clinch.#T2# Browne misses with an attempted mid kick.
Browne misses with a leg kick. As Browne tries to get set, Colucci tries to push him back and clinch up but Browne manages to avoid the attempt. Colucci is trying hard to land a takedown here. Browne sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Nice shot by Browne.#TD# A momentary lapse in concentration from Browne enables Colucci to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Browne manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Browne really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Colucci. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Colucci with a flurry of punches that miss. Colucci with a flurry of punches that miss. Browne is adopting a defensive guard. Browne has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T3# Browne is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Colucci is controlling him. Browne keeping full guard, as Colucci tries to pass. Colucci trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up. Liam Browne has got the better of the ground game so far. Browne is looking to stand up but Colucci isn't so interested in that idea. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Colucci misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Browne throws out a loose jab but Colucci uses good head movement to avoid it. Browne throws a front kick aimed at Colucci's knee but Colucci avoids it well. #T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Browne tries to clinch but Colucci is having none of it. Browne throws a quick inside leg kick. Browne digs a good body shot into Colucci's ribs. A good leg kick by Browne. Colucci takes one to the side of the head.
Colucci shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Browne but Browne pushes him off and we're back to square one. Browne dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Colucci. That did some damage! Browne throws an overhand right that lands on Colucci's shoulder, as Colucci tries to avoid the shot. Colucci tries to counter with a takedown but Browne is quick to defend against it. Colucci keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Browne throws a body shot but no joy. Colucci slips a straight right by Browne. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Liam Browne showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Michel Colucci's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# Browne throws a body punch but Colucci moves out of range. A swing and a miss from Browne. Browne chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Colucci swings and misses with a shot to the body#CL2# and Browne counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Browne. #TD# Colucci gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Colucci accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Browne looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Colucci stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Browne swivels though and keeps the full guard. Colucci prevents Browne from getting back to his feet. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci slips nicely into half guard. Colucci tries to pass to full mount but Browne defends it. #T1##ES2# Browne manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Colucci keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. A right hand to the body from Browne.
Browne scores with a nice hook to the head. Colucci goes for a takedown attempt but Browne pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Browne throws out a loose jab but Colucci uses good head movement to avoid it. Colucci darts in looking for a takedown but Browne gets double underhooks and turns Colucci into the cage. Browne tries to counter by closing the distance. Both fighters are breathing heavily. A shot to the liver by Browne. Beautiful body shot. Browne scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Browne with a jab. Browne tests Colucci's chin there with a solid looking shot. Browne ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T2# The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Browne lands a nice leg kick that just misses Colucci's sensitive parts. Browne throws an overhand right that lands on Colucci's shoulder, as Colucci tries to avoid the shot. Colucci feinted with a counter takedown. Browne throws a good cross that connects.
Liam Browne seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. A chopping leg kick lands by Browne. #CL2# Browne clinches. Browne doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Colucci blocking some punches.
Browne lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Colucci backwards. Browne prevents a takedown attempt there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. That's going to take a lot out of him. Nice body punch from Browne - that landed with a thud.
Browne lands a body shot in the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Browne. Browne lands with a short head shot on the inside. Browne lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T3# Browne lands a shot to the body. Browne scores with an uppercut up the middle. Browne lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Browne lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Colucci backwards. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Browne creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Browne digs a right hand into Colucci's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Colucci's gas tank. Browne lands a right hand that snaps the head of Colucci backwards. A hook to the body from Browne.
Colucci's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Browne lands a body shot. Browne working some nice short punches in the clinch. Browne lands with a short shot to the head. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Browne lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. A right handed body shot lands from Browne.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Browne. A quick uppercut on the inside from Browne. Colucci prevents a body shot from Browne. A left hand lands to the body for Browne.
#T4# Browne lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Browne scores with an uppercut up the middle. Browne lands a left hand.
#ROC2# Colucci is rocked! Browne goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Oh Colucci is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Colucci is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Colucci tries to pull guard but Browne holds him up against the cage and eventually Colucci drops back down to his feet.
Colucci seems to have got his legs back now. A left hand lands to the body for Browne.
Browne lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Colucci. A short right hand to the side of the head by Browne. Browne lands a left hand that snaps the head of Colucci backwards. Browne lands with a right to the head. Michel Colucci has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! A battle for position here, against the cage. A short uppercut from Browne. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Browne lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Colucci backwards. Browne misses with a punch to the body.
Browne lands an uppercut. Browne blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
And that's the end of the fight! Liam Browne comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Browne 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 Saam Ante scores the fight 25:30 Judge Aafke Stam scores the fight 25:30 Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 25:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Liam Browne! A very excited looking Liam Browne 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 04, 2019 |
#R1# Jackson tries to clinch #TD# and Colucci decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Jackson's guard. Jackson wants to get back to his feet but Colucci passes into half guard.
#REVB# Colucci 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. We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SUB# Colucci is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Jackson is trying to control but can't.
Colucci is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB# Colucci maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Jackson could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Colucci has cracked it and Jackson is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Colucci!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Michel Colucci! After winning the bout, Michel Colucci thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
TWGC 25 (265lbs, D1): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jul 26, 2019 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Prana Halo (ranked 3787 p4p, 0 weight class) and Michel Colucci (ranked 2526 p4p, 0 weight class). The crowd seem to be enjoying Colucci's choice of entrance music: Le temps des cerises. I'm sure you'll be fascinated to know that I was talking to some pointless Z list celebrity before the fight and he thought that Michel Colucci was going to win. Let's see if he was right.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 9 losses; Prana Halo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 4 losses; Michel Colucci! The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Alec Ball and Ian Loll.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way. Halo changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Colucci looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Halo (4) vs (0) Colucci Halo wants to take a breather but Colucci manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Halo. Halo controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Colucci is looking for a triangle but Halo pushes his legs off easily.
Halo trying to control the position from guard on top but Colucci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Colucci is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Colucci being controlled here, momentarily. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Halo can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Halo trying to control but Colucci is working from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round. Halo looking to pass the guard. Halo trying to control the position from guard on top but Colucci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Colucci looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Halo trying to control the position from guard on top but Colucci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Halo postures up.
Halo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Colucci keeping moving, preventing Halo from controlling successfully.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Colucci is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Halo is aware though and is defending well. Halo looking to control the position here, rather than advance. Halo wants to control from the top but Colucci keeps moving. Halo looking to pass the guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Halo pushes down on Colucci's leg and manages to get into half guard. Halo is working for a submission of some sort.
Colucci is refusing to be controlled, as Halo sits in half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Halo is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Colucci doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Halo. Colucci felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it. Colucci trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Halo manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Halo (7) vs (0) Colucci Halo goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Colucci turns into him and now he's in Halo's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Halo (7) vs (2) Colucci Halo has his foot on Colucci's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Colucci works his way back into a safe position though. Halo has his hands on Colucci's head, controlling the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Colucci is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. Colucci avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Halo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Colucci passes Halo's left leg - he's now in half guard. Halo makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Halo. Colucci tries to free his leg and advance position but Halo is retaining full guard. Halo has his foot on Colucci's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Colucci works his way back into a safe position though. Halo looking to control.
That's five minutes gone in the round. Halo is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Colucci is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him. Halo had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Colucci defends it easily. Halo had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Colucci defends it easily. Halo is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Halo wants to sweep but no luck. Halo keeping moving, preventing Colucci from controlling successfully. Halo wants to sweep but no luck.
That's six minutes gone in the round. Colucci avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Halo looking for a sweep. Not yet Halo, not yet. Colucci wants to pass the guard but Halo is keeping the position. Halo looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Colucci is defending well. Halo quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Colucci has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Halo celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Prana Halo! Prana Halo spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 05, 2019 |
#R1##CL2# KO has closed the distance and engaged Colucci in a clinch.
KO jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Colucci walks away with a smile on his face. KO gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. KO wants to clinch. KO shoots for a double leg takedown but Colucci sprawls well. He's pushed KO's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #CL# KO tries to keep at a distance but Colucci has taken the fight into the clinch. Colucci lands a nice shot to the body. #TD# Colucci jumps guard and drags KO to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. Colucci has KO pulled in close to control his posture. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. KO trying to control but Colucci is working from the bottom. Colucci trying to keep a closed guard but KO is proving a slippery customer.
KO looking to pass the guard. #T1# Colucci punching to the body, from the bottom. #SUB# Colucci looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. KO wants to control from the top but Colucci keeps moving. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Colucci bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in KO's guard. #REVR# Colucci won't allow KO to sweep him here. Colucci postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB2# KO looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Colucci connects with a couple of short punches. Colucci stays in close to KO's body and controls the position. #T2##SUB2# KO working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Colucci has passed into half guard!
Colucci slips a nice elbow through KO's hands, connecting with KO's forehead. Ground and pound from Colucci. #SU# Colucci decides to return to a standing position. Colucci misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. KO changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. KO shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Colucci defends it nicely. Michel Colucci has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mr KO.#T3##TD# Colucci shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. KO is trying to defend but Colucci finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.#SUB# Colucci is trying for a kimura here. KO looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Colucci wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Michel Colucci! A relieved looking Michel Colucci 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:
TAFC: Navarro v Fernandez III
Date: May 25, 2019 |
#R1# Colucci darts in looking for a takedown but Ragnaar gets double underhooks and turns Colucci into the cage. Colucci 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. Nice straight punches there by Ragnaar. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Ragnaar. Colucci ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Colucci shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Ragnaar counters with a good low kick that Colucci was not able to check. No luck with that takedown attempt from Colucci. Ragnaar appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. 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. Colucci fails in his attempt to clinch. Ragnaar tries to counter by closing the distance. Colucci will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Colucci uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ragnaar.
Ragnaar thows a leg kick but Colucci checks it #TD# and Colucci counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Ragnaar! #T1##SUB# Colucci is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ragnaar knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Colucci lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. Colucci 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. Ragnaar tries to buck Colucci off but Colucci is having none of it. Colucci trying to control the action but Ragnaar is working from the bottom. Colucci is putting a hurting on Ragnaar here, landing some big shots from side control. Ragnaar sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard. Colucci missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Colucci 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.#T2# Ragnaar trying to control here.
Ragnaar won't allow Colucci to pass to mount. #SUB# Colucci is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ragnaar defends it well. Ground and pound from Colucci. #SUB# Colucci seems to be working for a kimura but Ragnaar defends the submission attempt. Ragnaar is looking to improve his position.
#SUB# Colucci wants to work for an arm triangle but Ragnaar is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Ragnaar has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3# Ragnaar wants to control but Colucci is keeping busy.
#SUB# Colucci is looking for a kimura but Ragnaar is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Colucci to get the leverage. Ragnaar slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work. Ragnaar preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Colucci throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Ragnaar wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ragnaar is on top in guard.
#REVB##T4##SUB# Colucci has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Ragnaar is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Colucci. Colucci is not content to let Ragnaar control the position. Colucci seems a little lost for a moment, as Ragnaar dominates the positioning. Ragnaar is looking to take a break and control but Colucci is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Colucci is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard. Colucci is trying to maintain the position but Ragnaar is very close to passing his half guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Nils Ragnaar will probably get the nod. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2# Colucci changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ragnaar tries to avoid it but Colucci manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ragnaar to the ground. Ragnaar escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Ragnaar stuffs the takedown attempt from Colucci. Colucci gets slowly back to his feet. Ragnaar is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. Colucci has a takedown stuffed. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. That's going to take a lot out of him. Colucci shoots and misses #CL2# and Ragnaar counters into the clinch. Nicely done. Ragnaar lands a hook that snaps the head of Colucci backwards. Colucci is looking to take this one to the mat. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ragnaar is pressed up against the cage. Colucci has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Ragnaar down to the mat. Ragnaar avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Michel Colucci seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2# Ragnaar closes the distance and clinches. Colucci drops down looking for an ankle pick but Ragnaar pulls his leg out and moves away.
An inside leg kick lands from Ragnaar. #T1# That kick from Ragnaar tenderised Colucci's leg. Colucci is trying to keep his angry face on. Colucci takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
#CUT2# It looks like Michel Colucci has been cut. Ragnaar throws a shot from downtown. Colucci moves away and avoids it. Colucci went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected. Nils Ragnaar is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Colucci shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ragnaar defends it nicely. Ragnaar buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
#T2# Colucci fails to land the takedown. Ragnaar defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Colucci. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Colucci. Colucci misses with a takedown attempt #CL2# and Ragnaar moves into the clinch. Ragnaar has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Ragnaar lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Colucci. Colucci is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Ragnaar pulls him back up using the underhooks. Colucci blocks a body shot from Ragnaar. Ragnaar is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Colucci fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A short right from Ragnaar on the inside. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Colucci has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Ragnaar after a bit of a struggle. Ragnaar is leaning against Colucci and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T3# Colucci's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! Ragnaar lands with a light punch inside. Ragnaar crunches a lovely knee into Colucci's ribcage. Ragnaar'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. Ragnaar lands a body punch in the clinch. Ragnaar lands a good knee to the midsection. Colucci won't want to take too many of those. Ragnaar tries a body shot but Colucci blocks it.
Knees to the body from Ragnaar.
Ragnaar lands with a short shot to the head. #BC# Colucci breaks from the clinch.
Colucci tries to grapple but his opponent circles and Ragnaar counters with a low kick, right behind Colucci 's knee. #T4##CL2# Ragnaar instigates a clinch. Ragnaar lands a body punch. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Ragnaar tries to throw a body punch but Colucci avoids it by throwing Ragnaar back against the cage. Ragnaar landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Colucci goes for a takedown in the clinch but Ragnaar prevents it.
A short left from Ragnaar. Ragnaar gets through Colucci's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Ragnaar tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Ragnaar tries to throw a body punch but Colucci avoids it by throwing Ragnaar back against the cage. Ragnaar lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Colucci backwards. Colucci tries to score a body lock takedown but Ragnaar shows good agility there to stay on his feet. Ragnaar throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Colucci jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Ragnaar walks away with a smile on his face. Colucci gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Ragnaar throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#CL2# Ragnaar clinches. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nils Ragnaar showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Michel Colucci's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3# Colucci with a poor takedown and Ragnaar counters with a right hand to the body. Colucci is trying hard to land a takedown here. Ragnaar sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Nils Ragnaar seems to be getting the better of the standup. Ragnaar scoring well with a low kick there.
Ragnaar slaps away a takedown attempt from Colucci, before circling back to the center of the mat. Ragnaar is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. That's going to take a lot out of him. Ragnaar fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Colucci checks it well. Colucci with a lazy takedown attempt and Ragnaar counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2# Ragnaar rushes Colucci and presses him up against the cage. Colucci tries to stall but Ragnaar uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Both fighters are breathing heavily. A hook to the body from Ragnaar.
Ragnaar lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Colucci jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Ragnaar walks away with a smile on his face. Colucci gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #T1# Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Ragnaar.
Ragnaar tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Colucci tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Ragnaar paws at him with a jab and circles away. A nice side step and Ragnaar releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#CL2# Ragnaar has closed the distance and engaged Colucci in a clinch.
Ragnaar is working Colucci over against the cage. Ragnaar scores with a shot to the side of Colucci's head. Ragnaar can't find room to land a body shot as Colucci controls the action.
Ragnaar lands a body shot. Colucci takes a knee right on the jaw!
Ragnaar misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ragnaar can't find room to land a body shot as Colucci controls the action.
Ragnaar lands a body punch in the clinch. Ragnaar cracks Colucci with a nice body shot. Ragnaar struggles to land a body shot inside as Colucci controls his hands.
#T2# Ragnaar lands with a short head shot on the inside. Nice body punch from Ragnaar. Ragnaar lands with a short head shot on the inside. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD# Colucci drags the fight down to the ground.
Ragnaar trying to control the position from guard on top but Colucci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Colucci can't keep his opponent in guard - Ragnaar advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. Ragnaar passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Colucci! Ragnaar is in the full mount, landing strikes. Ragnaar looking to control but Colucci is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3# Colucci is in all sorts of trouble here.
Ragnaar can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Colucci is looking to escape. Colucci might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Colucci keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Ragnaar can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Colucci is looking to escape. Nils Ragnaar has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB2# Ragnaar with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Ragnaar misses with some ground and pound and Colucci recovers position to half guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4# Colucci is looking to improve his position.
Ragnaar is keen to just control but Colucci is a slippery customer. Ragnaar missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Ragnaar sitting and controlling from the half guard. Michel Colucci has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Ragnaar trying to control from half guard but Colucci is working away. Ragnaar controlling the action here.
And that's the end of the fight! Nils Ragnaar comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Ragnaar 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 Winston Howard scores the fight 26:30 Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 26:30 Judge Topper Green scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nils Ragnaar! Nils Ragnaar thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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TAFC: Biffs & Brawls 15
Date: May 03, 2019 |
#R1# Colucci is trying hard to land a takedown here. Ragnaar sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Colucci is defended easily by Ragnaar. Ragnaar is clearly looking to counter with head kicks. Ragnaar defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Colucci. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. That's going to take a lot out of him. A head kick from Ragnaar lands but Colucci takes it in his stride. #CUT2# It looks like Michel Colucci has been cut. Colucci dives in for a single leg takedown but Ragnaar sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Ragnaar has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Colucci is landing a low percentage of strikes. Donk. Ragnaar catches Colucci right on the button with a cross. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci takes one to the side of the head.
Colucci throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ragnaar's waist but Ragnaar gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Colucci off to one side. Ragnaar looks like he wanted to counter with a high kick but didn't throw it. Colucci fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T1# Ragnaar looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Ragnaar misses the jab. Colucci goes for a double leg but Ragnaar avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ragnaar continues to drive forward. Ragnaar throws out a loose jab but Colucci uses good head movement to avoid it. Colucci changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ragnaar tries to avoid it but Colucci manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ragnaar to the ground. Ragnaar escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL2# Ragnaar rushes Colucci and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Colucci has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Ragnaar after a bit of a struggle. Ragnaar lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Ragnaar tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Colucci's elbow. #TD# Colucci pulls guard. Colucci is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2# Colucci keeping moving, preventing Ragnaar from controlling successfully. Colucci trying to keep a closed guard but Ragnaar is proving a slippery customer.
#SU2# Ragnaar stands up from Colucci's guard - Ragnaar perhaps looking for a knockout. Colucci fails with a takedown attempt. #T3# Colucci stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Ragnaar. Colucci wants to clinch up but Ragnaar keeps it at a distance.#CL2# Ragnaar darts in and clinches Colucci up against the cage. Ragnaar struggles to land a body shot inside as Colucci controls his hands.
Colucci is looking to take this one to the mat. Ragnaar swings wildly with an uppercut but Colucci uses good head movement to avoid it. Ragnaar misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ragnaar lands a knee to the head.
Ragnaar tries a body shot but Colucci blocks it.
Colucci goes for a takedown attempt but Ragnaar pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Colucci shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ragnaar sprawls well. Ragnaar wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Colucci gets slowly back to his feet.#T4# Ragnaar feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Colucci's calf. Colucci shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Ragnaar fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Colucci. Ragnaar connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Colucci with a lazy takedown attempt and Ragnaar counters with a head kick. 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! Colucci dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Colucci tries to clinch up and Ragnaar counters with a lovely straight right hand! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nils Ragnaar dominated that round. The cut man is working on Michel Colucci's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Colucci fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD# Colucci looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Ragnaar! You can see the frustration on Ragnaar's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Ragnaar is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Colucci asserts his dominance and retains side control. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci working away. Ragnaar is not content to let Colucci control the position. #T1##SUB# Colucci is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ragnaar has escaped the position, nice work there. Ragnaar prevents Colucci from moving into mount. We've been hearing good reports from Colucci's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today. Ragnaar wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done! Ragnaar is looking for a sweep. Ragnaar is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Colucci's leg. He's managed it. Nice work. Ragnaar trying to hold on to Colucci's head to control him but Colucci postures up.
Ragnaar has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB# Colucci is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Colucci stops Ragnaar from getting back to his feet.
Ragnaar regains full guard. Nicely done. Ragnaar 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# Colucci is pressing down on Ragnaar's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Colucci working a defensive guard but Ragnaar passes into half guard.
#SU2# Ragnaar gets to his feet - back to striking we go! #CL# Colucci clinches up with Ragnaar and pushes him back against the cage.#T3# A body shot lands from Ragnaar.
Ragnaar scores with an uppercut up the middle. Ragnaar doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Colucci on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Ragnaar tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Colucci's elbow. Ragnaar misses with a body punch.
Colucci is looking to take this one to the mat. Ragnaar putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Colucci in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Ragnaar scores with a nice hook to the head. Colucci has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Ragnaar after a bit of a struggle. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. That's going to take a lot out of him. Ragnaar scores with a knee to the head.
Colucci fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Ragnaar scores a nice knee to the body.
Ragnaar landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Ragnaar slowing the pace effectively. Colucci has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Ragnaar avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#T4# Ragnaar tries to throw a body punch but Colucci avoids it by throwing Ragnaar back against the cage. Ragnaar lands with a left 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! Colucci is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Ragnaar pulls him back up using the underhooks. Ragnaar lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Colucci backwards. Colucci jumps guard but Ragnaar turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. Colucci changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Ragnaar fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Ragnaar misses with a leg kick. Nils Ragnaar seems to be getting the better of the standup. Ragnaar lands a really nice looking cross but Colucci seems unphased.
Ragnaar has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#CL2# Ragnaar moves into the clinch successfully.
Ragnaar lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#TD# Colucci successfully pulls guard.
Colucci keeping moving, preventing Ragnaar from controlling successfully. Ragnaar trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Nils Ragnaar showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Michel Colucci's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# Ragnaar pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Colucci misses with a takedown attempt and Ragnaar makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Colucci closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ragnaar circles away. Ragnaar steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Colucci. Ragnaar with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Colucci takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Colucci stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Ragnaar. Ragnaar moves into range and lands a nice leg kick. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ragnaar lands with a thumping leg kick.
Colucci dives in and grabs Ragnaar's left leg, looking for a takedown. Ragnaar pushes down on Colucci's head and hops out. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. That's going to take a lot out of him. Colucci doesn't succeed with the takedown and Colucci takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1# Colucci darts in looking for a takedown but Ragnaar gets double underhooks and turns Colucci into the cage. Colucci has his takedown stuffed and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick. Colucci is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Colucci shoots in for a double leg but Ragnaar sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Ragnaar stuffs the takedown. Colucci shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ragnaar but Ragnaar pushes him off and we're back to square one. Ragnaar lands a leg kick that knocks Colucci off balance momentarily.#T2# Ragnaar lands with a shot to the body. Colucci tries for a takedown but Ragnaar sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Ragnaar tries to counter with a clinch but Colucci shakes him off and moves away.#CL2# Ragnaar has Colucci up against the cage in a clinch.
Ragnaar throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. A short uppercut from Ragnaar. Ragnaar landing knees to the head.
Ragnaar with a knee to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Colucci is looking for a takedown. Ragnaar throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Ragnaar lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Colucci or not. Ragnaar misses with a hook to the ribs.
Ragnaar slowing the pace effectively. Ragnaar lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Colucci. Ragnaar softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T3# Colucci tries to pull guard but Ragnaar holds him up against the cage and eventually Colucci drops back down to his feet.
Ragnaar throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges. Ragnaar utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body. Ragnaar lands a left hand.
A left hand lands to the body for Ragnaar.
A left hand lands to the body for Ragnaar.
Ragnaar working some nice short punches in the clinch. Ragnaar is working Colucci over against the cage. Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Ragnaar obliges. Ragnaar stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body. A nice left hand lands by Ragnaar.
Ragnaar lands a nice knee to the body. Ragnaar lands a left hand.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Colucci has Ragnaar pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Ragnaar manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #T4# Ragnaar misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Ragnaar tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Colucci's elbow. An uppercut to the body lands inside from Ragnaar. The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. A knee to the head by Ragnaar.
Ragnaar lands a left hand.
Ragnaar lands with a light punch inside. Ragnaar holding his opponent close, against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Ragnaar. Michel Colucci has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Ragnaar lands with a short shot to the head. Colucci is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though. Ragnaar landing knees to the body.
Ragnaar lands a shoulder strike. Ragnaar lands a left hand.
And that's the end of the fight! Nils Ragnaar comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Ragnaar 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 Chris Dean scores the fight 26:30 Judge John Mangel scores the fight 26:30 Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Nils Ragnaar! Nils Ragnaar decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
ADWGC Tokyo 4
Date: Mar 24, 2019 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michel Colucci (ranked 1685 p4p, 228 weight class) and Vulcahn Dravezesdi (ranked 2078 p4p, 269 weight class). Colucci comes to the cage accompanied by Le temps des cerises. Dravezesdi comes into a darkened arena with his song building. Nobody's Fool kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 4 losses; Michel Colucci! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 3 losses; Vulcahn Dravezesdi! The judges for this bout are Tatsuya Matsuyama, Sosuke Kotani and Yuuki Gou.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way. Dravezesdi scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Colucci (0) vs (4) Dravezesdi Colucci wants to control but Dravezesdi postures up. A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Colucci is looking to reverse the position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Dravezesdi trying to control the action but Colucci is working from the bottom. Colucci tries to buck Dravezesdi off but Dravezesdi is having none of it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci trying to remain calm as Dravezesdi controls from the top position. Colucci is looking for a sweep. Dravezesdi wants to control but Colucci is keeping him busy. The referee asks Dravezesdi politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Dravezesdi prefers to stall for the moment though.
That's one minute gone in the round. Dravezesdi is trying to get an arm triangle but Colucci is defending well. Colucci manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. Colucci is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Dravezesdi's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Dravezesdi's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Colucci (4) vs (4) Dravezesdi Colucci has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. Dravezesdi is in bad spot here.
Colucci is working the back position looking for the choke. Oh, he's slid into an armbar! Beautiful transition and Dravezesdi taps out! Fantastic Jiu Jitsu from Colucci.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Michel Colucci! Michel Colucci retains his middleweight title! Michel Colucci 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:
ADWGC 7
Date: Mar 09, 2019 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Vito Mazzini (ranked 1922 p4p, 249 weight class) and Michel Colucci (ranked 1610 p4p, 211 weight class). Mazzini comes to the cage accompanied by Fade To Black. Colucci has chosen Le temps des cerises as his entrance music. Man, I cannot wait for this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Vito Mazzini! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 4 losses; Michel Colucci! The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Robert Douchet and Yves DeLean.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious? The fight stays on the outside here - Colucci looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Mazzini leaves Colucci with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Mazzini feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mazzini (2) vs (0) Colucci Mazzini trying to control the position from guard on top but Colucci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Mazzini stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Colucci swivels though and keeps the full guard. Mazzini stopping the sweep attempt from Colucci. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Mazzini engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Our spies down at at Jako Gym inform us that Colucci has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off? Colucci looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
That's one minute gone in the round. Colucci wants to improve his position but instead Mazzini has moved into half guard.
Mazzini passes into side control, despite Colucci's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Mazzini (5) vs (0) Colucci Mazzini wants to lay and pray for a moment but Colucci keeps working. Colucci manages to work his way to half guard, despite Mazzini's best efforts. Colucci actively working from the bottom here. Mazzini is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Colucci! Score +3 for passing guard: Mazzini (8) vs (0) Colucci Mazzini controlling the position easily from mount. Colucci is wriggling around trying to escape.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Colucci sneaks a leg under to get to half guard. Mazzini content to control rather than advance. Mazzini is pressing down on Colucci's thigh, looking to free his foot. Colucci is holding on for now. Colucci is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Mazzini's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Mazzini's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Mazzini (8) vs (4) Colucci Mazzini tries to roll but Colucci sticks to his back.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Mazzini is working hard here to advance position. Mazzini is looking to escape here. Oh dear - Colucci has locked on a rear naked choke here! Mazzini is tapping out! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Michel Colucci! Michel Colucci is the new middleweight champion! A relieved looking Michel Colucci 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:
ADWGC Tokyo 2
Date: Mar 03, 2019 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Ronald Dela Rosa (ranked 6688 p4p, 535 weight class) and Michel Colucci (ranked 1596 p4p, 198 weight class). Colucci has chosen Le temps des cerises as his entrance music. I don't know about you partner, but I'm pumped for this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 3 losses; Ronald Dela Rosa! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 4 losses; Michel Colucci! The judges for this bout are Yuuki Gou, Shigeki Sano and Tatsuya Matsuyama.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way. Dela Rosa has his takedown stuffed and Colucci counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dela Rosa (0) vs (2) Colucci Dela Rosa is trying to get back to full guard. Dela Rosa looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Dela Rosa is defending against the submission attempts here by Colucci.
Colucci wants to control but Dela Rosa is keeping him busy. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dela Rosa is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Dela Rosa looking for submissions off his back. Dela Rosa 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. Dela Rosa is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Colucci pulls his head out easily.
That's one minute gone in the round. Colucci is looking for a kimura here.
Dela Rosa looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Colucci trying to control the action but Dela Rosa is working from the bottom. My spies in Jako Gym inform me that Colucci has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends! Dela Rosa is looking to improve his position.
Colucci uses his free foot to push down on Dela Rosa's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Dela Rosa. Score +3 for passing guard: Dela Rosa (0) vs (5) Colucci Colucci is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Dela Rosa has managed to escape the submission attempt.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Colucci looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. Colucci prevents Dela Rosa from getting the reversal. Colucci is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Dela Rosa is surviving well by controlling Colucci's body position as best he can. Dela Rosa wants to control but Colucci is having none of it. Dela Rosa tries to improve his position but Colucci has taken his back! Colucci has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Dela Rosa tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Colucci pushes Dela Rosa away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Michel Colucci! A victorious Michel Colucci thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
TWGC 24 (205lbs, D2): Finals - Round 1
Date: Jan 29, 2019 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Jodi Joe Fjera (ranked 1946 p4p, 0 weight class) and Michel Colucci (ranked 1497 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Fjera might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Tito & Tarantula . The crowd seem to be enjoying Colucci's choice of entrance music: Le temps des cerises. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Jodi Joe Fjera! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 3 losses; Michel Colucci! The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, Phil Schofield and James Atkins.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way. Fjera shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Colucci manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Fjera (2) vs (0) Colucci Colucci is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Fjera defends well. Our spies down at at Jako Gym inform us that Colucci has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off? Colucci is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Fjera is aware though and is defending well. Colucci wants to sweep but no luck. Fjera works a leg free and moves into half guard. Fjera controlling the action here. Fjera prevents Colucci from improving his position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Fjera is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Colucci sees it coming and defends easily. Colucci actively working from the bottom here.
That's one minute gone in the round. Fjera trying to pass the guard but Colucci defending well. Fjera is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Colucci sees it coming and defends easily. Fjera prevents Colucci from improving his position. Colucci looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Colucci is staying active underneath Fjera, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Colucci trying to control here.
Colucci slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
That's two minutes gone in the round. The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Colucci is looking to sweep but instead, Fjera has passed into half guard.
Fjera passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Fjera (5) vs (0) Colucci Fjera advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Fjera (7) vs (0) Colucci Fjera is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Colucci is surviving well by controlling Fjera's body position as best he can. Colucci tries to hold on but Fjera postures up. Fjera controlling from the full mount. Fjera moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Fjera (10) vs (0) Colucci
That's three minutes gone in the round. I really don't envy Colucci right now.
Fjera biding his time, looking for the opening.
Fjera doesn't have the hooks in and Colucci manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Fjera (10) vs (2) Colucci Fjera is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive. Colucci slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Fjera (10) vs (5) Colucci Colucci tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Colucci has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
That's four minutes gone in the round. Colucci is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Fjera is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Fjera tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Colucci wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. Fjera manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Fjera (12) vs (5) Colucci Fjera controlling the pace. Colucci makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Colucci. Colucci is trying to keep Fjera in close.
That's five minutes gone in the round. Fjera drops back looking for a leg! Colucci is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Colucci manages to kick Fjera off! Fjera jumps back into Colucci's guard. Colucci working for a triangle but Fjera defends it easily.
Colucci keeping moving, preventing Fjera from controlling successfully.
That's six minutes gone in the round. Colucci has his foot on Fjera's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Fjera works his way back into a safe position though. Colucci is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Fjera defends well. Fjera trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Colucci wants to sweep here but Fjera controlling him for the moment. Colucci keeping moving, preventing Fjera from controlling successfully. Colucci manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Fjera manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Fjera (12) vs (7) Colucci Colucci stopping the sweep attempt from Fjera. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's seven minutes gone in the round. Fjera looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Colucci has picked Fjera up and slammed him! Fjera can't keep hold of the triangle and Colucci manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Fjera (12) vs (10) Colucci Colucci is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Fjera is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Fjera tries to get back to half guard but can't. Fjera is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard. Fjera is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Colucci pulls his head out easily. Colucci is working for a kimura but Fjera is defending it quite comfortably.
Fjera tries to get to full guard but Colucci has control of the leg.
That's eight minutes gone in the round. Colucci moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Fjera. Score +3 for passing guard: Fjera (12) vs (13) Colucci Colucci goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Fjera rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Colucci's guard! Nice work there by Fjera! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Fjera (14) vs (13) Colucci Colucci is controlling Fjera's posture. Fjera pushes down on Colucci's leg and manages to get into half guard. Colucci is looking to control Fjera's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Colucci avoid being mounted?
That's nine minutes gone in the round. Fjera trying to mount his opponent but Colucci defends it. Colucci tries to roll over but Fjera keeps him under control. Fjera is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Colucci has managed to free his arm - good work. Colucci trying to control here.
Fjera wants to free his trapped foot but Colucci is holding on for dear life with his legs.
That's ten minutes gone in the round. Fjera controlling the pace. Colucci moves into full guard.
Colucci working for submissions but it's allowed Fjera to get to half guard.
Colucci is not content to let Fjera control the position. Colucci is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Fjera is keen to just control but Colucci is a slippery customer.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round. Well, if Fjera is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Colucci is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Fjera is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Colucci doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Fjera. Colucci is not content to let Fjera control the position. Fjera wants to pass to mount but Colucci is defending the position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round. Fjera is controlling the pace.
Colucci is looking to improve his position.
Fjera wants to take a breather but Colucci is having none of it. Fjera wants to pass to mount but Colucci is defending the position. Colucci tries to get to full guard but Fjera has control of the leg.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round. Fjera is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Colucci sees it coming and defends easily. Colucci actively working from the bottom here. Fjera passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Fjera (17) vs (13) Colucci Colucci is not content to let Fjera control the position. Fjera is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Colucci is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Colucci is looking for a sweep.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round. Colucci prevents Fjera from moving into mount. Colucci is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Fjera's leg. He's managed it. Nice work. Fjera has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Fjera (20) vs (13) Colucci Fjera wants to control but Colucci has made it back to half guard. Nice work. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Fjera performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
And that's the end of the fight! Fjera takes the fight on points by 20 to 13. Our winner, Jodi Joe Fjera, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
TWGC 24 (205lbs, D2): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Jan 21, 2019 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michel Colucci (ranked 1400 p4p, 0 weight class) and Domingo Osana Ramirez (ranked 4885 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Colucci might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Le temps des cerises. Michel Colucci is staring across the cage at his opponent, tweaking his nipples... Tweaking his own nipples that is.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 3 losses; Michel Colucci! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Domingo Osana Ramirez! The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Chris Downing and Robert Twigg.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way. Colucci throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Osana Ramirez's waist but Osana Ramirez gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Colucci off to one side. Osana Ramirez scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Colucci (0) vs (2) Osana Ramirez The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Colucci is trying to get back to full guard. Colucci looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Osana Ramirez is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Colucci has managed to free his arm - good work. Colucci tries to get to full guard but Osana Ramirez has control of the leg. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Osana Ramirez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Colucci keeps working. Colucci's coaches at Jako Gym have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position. Colucci is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's one minute gone in the round. Colucci works his way to full guard. Good work. Colucci keeping moving, preventing Osana Ramirez from controlling successfully. Colucci looking for a guillotine here but Osana Ramirez defends easily.
Colucci has his foot on Osana Ramirez's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Osana Ramirez works his way back into a safe position though. Osana Ramirez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Colucci can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Osana Ramirez controls the pace. Osana Ramirez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Colucci swivels though and keeps the full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Colucci keeping moving, preventing Osana Ramirez from controlling successfully. Colucci working for a triangle but Osana Ramirez defends it easily.
Colucci looking for a guillotine here but Osana Ramirez defends easily.
Osana Ramirez engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Osana Ramirez trying to control the position from guard on top but Colucci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Colucci has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Osana Ramirez trying to control the position from guard on top but Colucci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Colucci working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Osana Ramirez has passed into half guard!
Colucci is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Osana Ramirez looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Colucci tries to get to full guard but Osana Ramirez has control of the leg. Osana Ramirez tries to pass to full mount but Colucci defends it. Colucci actively working from the bottom here. Osana Ramirez is looking to advance position but Colucci won't allow it. Osana Ramirez is keen to just control but Colucci is a slippery customer.
That's five minutes gone in the round. Colucci actively working from the bottom here. Osana Ramirez stalling away here and it's allowed Colucci to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. Colucci looking for a guillotine here but Osana Ramirez defends easily.
Osana Ramirez tries to free his leg and advance position but Colucci is retaining full guard. Colucci is trying to control the position but Osana Ramirez postures up.
That's six minutes gone in the round. Colucci is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Osana Ramirez defends well. Osana Ramirez trying to control but Colucci is working from the bottom. Osana Ramirez wants to pass the guard but Colucci is keeping the position. Osana Ramirez avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Osana Ramirez looking to pass the guard. Colucci looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
That's seven minutes gone in the round. Colucci keeping moving, preventing Osana Ramirez from controlling successfully. Osana Ramirez pushes down on Colucci's leg and manages to get into half guard. Colucci is defending against the submission attempts here by Osana Ramirez.
Osana Ramirez trying to pass the guard but Colucci defending well. Osana Ramirez trying to control the action but Colucci is working from the bottom.
That's eight minutes gone in the round. Osana Ramirez is stalling here. Colucci is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Osana Ramirez seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Colucci has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Colucci (4) vs (2) Osana Ramirez A lull in the action here. Colucci goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Osana Ramirez has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Colucci but great work by Osana Ramirez. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Colucci (4) vs (6) Osana Ramirez
That's nine minutes gone in the round. Osana Ramirez tries to move to mount but Colucci blocks the move with his legs. Osana Ramirez working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. Colucci stops Osana Ramirez from passing to mount. Colucci is looking to regain half guard here but Osana Ramirez keeps moving and retains side control. Osana Ramirez working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. Colucci regains half guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round. Osana Ramirez wants to control but Colucci is keeping him busy. Colucci wants to get back to full guard. Osana Ramirez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Colucci keeps working. Osana Ramirez is working for a submission of some sort.
Colucci has a hand on Osana Ramirez's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Osana Ramirez takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Colucci (4) vs (9) Osana Ramirez Colucci regains half guard.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round. Osana Ramirez is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. Colucci trying to control here.
Colucci looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Osana Ramirez wants to pass the guard but Colucci is defending well. Colucci looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round. Well, if Osana Ramirez is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Colucci is trying to maintain the position but Osana Ramirez is very close to passing his half guard. Colucci makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Colucci. Colucci might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Colucci is looking for a triangle but Osana Ramirez pushes his legs off easily.
Colucci keeping moving, preventing Osana Ramirez from controlling successfully.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round. Osana Ramirez lying in Colucci's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Colucci decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Osana Ramirez taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Michel Colucci! A victorious Michel Colucci thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
TWGC 24 (205lbs, D2): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jan 20, 2019 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michel Colucci (ranked 1397 p4p, 0 weight class) and Junior Dos Santos (ranked 2092 p4p, 237 weight class). Colucci comes to the cage accompanied by Le temps des cerises. Junior Dos Santos acknowledges the crowd's support as he enters the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 3 losses; Michel Colucci! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Junior Dos Santos! The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Gwen Towbar and Stewart Dunkirk.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way. Dos Santos shoots in for a double leg but Colucci sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Colucci gets the takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Colucci (4) vs (0) Dos Santos Dos Santos tries to bench press Colucci off him but Colucci keeps the position. Colucci wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Dos Santos, who protects the arm well. Dos Santos wants to control but Colucci postures up. Colucci 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. Colucci thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Colucci gets to mount! Dos Santos was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Colucci (6) vs (0) Dos Santos We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Dos Santos is wriggling around trying to escape.
Colucci working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. Dos Santos is looking to improve his position but Colucci isn't that keen on the idea.
That's one minute gone in the round. Colucci is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Dos Santos is surviving well by controlling Colucci's body position as best he can. Colucci avoids the attempt from Dos Santos to control. Colucci seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Dos Santos is holding on tight.
Dos Santos tries to hold on but Colucci pushes him away. Dos Santos is in all sorts of trouble here.
Colucci working for a submission but Dos Santos is keeping him at bay. Colucci can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dos Santos is looking to escape. Dos Santos is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. Dos Santos stops Colucci from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Dos Santos is desperately trying to improve his position but Colucci has a good base and remains in mount. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Colucci wants to control the pace but Dos Santos is squirming around nicely. Colucci swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Dos Santos is now in Colucci's guard. A big mistake from Colucci there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Colucci (6) vs (2) Dos Santos Colucci has his feet on Dos Santos's thighs here. He's pushed Dos Santos off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Dos Santos screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Michel Colucci! An out of breath Michel Colucci thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
TWGC 23 (185lbs, D2): Finals - Round 2
Date: Dec 18, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michel Colucci (ranked 1312 p4p, 0 weight class) and Mike Schultz (ranked 20316 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Colucci might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Le temps des cerises. Both fighters look pumped up here. Let's hope this is a good fight!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 2 losses; Michel Colucci! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 8 losses; Mike Schultz! The judges for this bout are Radbod Blank, Wagner Zegers and Paulsen Ambrosius.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way. Colucci shoots in looking for a takedown but Schultz manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Colucci's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Schultz looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Colucci (0) vs (2) Schultz Colucci is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Schultz is stalling in the full guard. Colucci tries to land a sweep but no joy. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Colucci might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Colucci lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Colucci (2) vs (2) Schultz
That's one minute gone in the round. Colucci wants to pass the guard but Schultz is keeping the position. Schultz keeping moving, preventing Colucci from controlling successfully. Schultz is pulling down on Colucci's head. It's preventing any offense from Colucci, at least for the moment. Colucci trying to move into half guard but instead Schultz has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Colucci (2) vs (4) Schultz
That's two minutes gone in the round. Colucci throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Colucci looking for a guillotine here but Schultz defends easily.
Colucci is trying to keep Schultz in close.
Colucci being controlled here, momentarily. Colucci has his foot on Schultz's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Schultz works his way back into a safe position though.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Colucci looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Colucci has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Schultz can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Colucci is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Schultz defends well. The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Schultz is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. Colucci is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Schultz defends well.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Schultz forces his way into half guard. Colucci wants to control but Schultz is keeping busy and won't allow it. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Colucci wants to improve his position but Schultz is controlling well.
Colucci is trying to control but can't.
Schultz performing his best blanket impression for a moment. Schultz moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Colucci (2) vs (7) Schultz
That's five minutes gone in the round. Colucci gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. Schultz trying to pass the guard but Colucci defending well. Colucci is looking to control Schultz's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Colucci avoid being mounted? Colucci looking for submissions off his back. Schultz is figuring out what he wants to do next.
That's six minutes gone in the round. Schultz trying to mount his opponent but Colucci defends it. Colucci is looking to get back to full guard here but Schultz has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Colucci (2) vs (10) Schultz Colucci manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Colucci (4) vs (10) Schultz Colucci is working for a submission of some sort.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Colucci wants to work for an arm triangle but Schultz is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
That's seven minutes gone in the round. Schultz keeps control of the position for the meantime. Colucci is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Colucci is keen to just control but Schultz is a slippery customer. Colucci prevents Schultz from improving his position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round. Colucci looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Colucci is trying to work for a kimura but Schultz is defending well.
Colucci wants to work for an arm triangle but Schultz is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
That's nine minutes gone in the round. Schultz controlling the position for now. Colucci wants to pass the guard but Schultz is defending well. Schultz is trying to get back to full guard. Schultz is not content to let Colucci control the position. Schultz is positioning himself well to prevent Colucci advancing to mount.
That's ten minutes gone in the round. Colucci passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Colucci (7) vs (10) Schultz Colucci looking to control but Schultz is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. Colucci takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Colucci (10) vs (10) Schultz Colucci looking for the choke but no joy.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round. Colucci is looking for the choke from the back position but Schultz is controlling his hands well. Colucci tightening his grip on Schultz, looking for the choke. Colucci is trying to stick to Schultz's back but Schultz is turning into Colucci. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Colucci's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Schultz. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Colucci (10) vs (12) Schultz Schultz controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round. Schultz is pushing down on Colucci's leg trying to pass to half guard. Colucci is fighting to maintain full guard but Schultz has managed to sneak the leg through. Schultz prevents Colucci from improving his position. Schultz is taking a breather. Colucci says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something. Colucci is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Schultz content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. Schultz uses his free foot to push down on Colucci's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Colucci. Score +3 for passing guard: Colucci (10) vs (15) Schultz
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round. Schultz takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though. Colucci sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though. Schultz controlling the action here. Schultz looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round. Schultz is controlling the pace.
Schultz wants to pass the guard but Colucci is defending well. Colucci is looking to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight! Schultz wins on points by 15 to 10. |
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Event:
TWGC 23 (185lbs, D2): Finals - Round 1
Date: Dec 17, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between David Taylor (ranked 2440 p4p, 265 weight class) and Michel Colucci (ranked 1306 p4p, 0 weight class). Colucci has chosen Le temps des cerises as his entrance music. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; David Taylor ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 2 losses; Michel Colucci! The judges for this bout are Aafke Stam, Daniel Blasius and Wagner Zegers.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way. Taylor pushes Colucci up against the cage in a clinch. Taylor works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Taylor (2) vs (0) Colucci Colucci is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. We've been hearing that Taylor has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish. Colucci is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Taylor is aware though and is defending well. Colucci lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Taylor (2) vs (2) Colucci Colucci won't allow Taylor to sweep him here. Colucci wants to pass the guard but Taylor is keeping the position. Colucci keeps trying to improve his position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Taylor is pulling down on Colucci's head to control his posture.
That's one minute gone in the round. Taylor '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. Colucci trying to control the position from guard on top but Taylor is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Colucci tries to free his leg and advance position but Taylor is retaining full guard. Taylor has his hands on Colucci's head, controlling the position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Colucci stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Taylor swivels though and keeps the full guard. Colucci trying to control the position from guard on top but Taylor is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Colucci looking to sit in guard and control but Taylor gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Taylor (4) vs (2) Colucci Colucci had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Taylor defends it easily. Taylor trying to control the position from guard on top but Colucci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Taylor drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Colucci manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Taylor has Colucci in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Taylor (4) vs (4) Colucci
That's three minutes gone in the round. Taylor managing to control the position. Taylor looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Taylor has Colucci pulled in close to control his posture. My spies in Jako Gym inform me that Colucci has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends! Colucci looking to pass the guard. Taylor keeping moving, preventing Colucci from controlling successfully.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Colucci drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Taylor manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Colucci has Taylor in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Taylor (6) vs (4) Colucci Taylor trying to control the position from guard on top but Colucci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Taylor wants to pass the guard but Colucci is keeping the position.
That's five minutes gone in the round. Colucci keeping moving, preventing Taylor from controlling successfully. Taylor pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Colucci is keeping the position for now. Taylor wants to control from the top but Colucci keeps moving. Colucci looking for a sweep. Not yet Colucci, not yet. Colucci keeping moving, preventing Taylor from controlling successfully. Colucci keeping full guard, as Taylor tries to pass.
That's six minutes gone in the round. Taylor is pushing down on Colucci's leg trying to pass to half guard. Colucci is fighting to maintain full guard but Taylor has managed to sneak the leg through. Taylor is looking to advance position but Colucci won't allow it. Colucci actively working from the bottom here. Colucci wants to control but Taylor is keeping busy and won't allow it. Colucci wants to get back to full guard. Colucci looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Colucci is defending against the submission attempts here by Taylor .
Colucci is defending against the submission attempts here by Taylor .
That's seven minutes gone in the round. Taylor is working for a kimura but Colucci is defending it quite comfortably.
Taylor tries to pass to full mount but Colucci defends it. Colucci tries to roll over but Taylor keeps him under control. Colucci looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
That's eight minutes gone in the round. Taylor looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Taylor seems to be working for a kimura but Colucci defends the submission attempt. Taylor trying to control from Colucci's half guard. Colucci has other ideas though and has regained full guard. Colucci working a defensive guard here.
That's nine minutes gone in the round. Taylor drops back looking for a leg! Colucci is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Colucci manages to kick Taylor off! Taylor jumps back into Colucci's guard. Taylor passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Taylor (9) vs (4) Colucci Taylor thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. Taylor is looking to take a break and control but Colucci is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Colucci regains half guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round. Colucci looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Colucci looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Taylor is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Colucci has managed to free his arm - good work. Colucci is trying to get back to full guard. Taylor performing his best blanket impression for a moment. Colucci looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round. Colucci looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Colucci moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Colucci is looking to cinch up a triangle. Taylor throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Colucci's body to avoid the submission. Colucci has instead reached around Taylor 's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Colucci arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Michel Colucci! Our winner, Michel Colucci, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
TWGC 23 (185lbs, D2): Sydney Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Dec 09, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michel Colucci (ranked 1242 p4p, 0 weight class) and Bifjocky Tamali (ranked 4640 p4p, 0 weight class). Colucci comes to the cage accompanied by Le temps des cerises. Michel Colucci has the edge in experience - let's see if he can make that count tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 2 losses; Michel Colucci! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Bifjocky Tamali! The judges for this bout are Chris Dean, Bruno Hogan and Darius Henderson.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way. Tamali clinches up with Colucci and pushes him back against the cage. Tamali is pressed up against the cage. Colucci has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Tamali down to the mat. Tamali avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. Tamali moves into the clinch successfully.
Tamali jumps into guard, dragging Colucci to the mat.
Tamali had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Colucci defends it easily. Colucci stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Tamali swivels though and keeps the full guard. Tamali can't keep his opponent in guard - Colucci advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. Tamali won't allow Colucci to pass to mount. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci is working for a submission of some sort.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Colucci prevents Tamali from improving his position.
That's one minute gone in the round. Tamali trying to control from the bottom.
Colucci is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Colucci is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Tamali defends it well. Tamali looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Tamali has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Colucci is working away from the top position though. Tamali looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Tamali keeping hold of Colucci's head, controlling as best he can.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Tamali is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Colucci pulls his head out easily. Colucci is trying to control. Tamali wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Tamali is concentrating on defense, preventing Colucci from advancing position. Tamali won't allow Colucci to pass to mount. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Tamali is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Colucci pulls his head out easily. Colucci is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. Tamali won't allow Colucci to pass to mount. We've been hearing good reports from Colucci's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Tamali trying to control from the bottom.
Colucci looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Colucci seems to be looking for submissions.
Colucci is thwarting Tamali's attempts to control the position. Tamali is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Colucci is staying active.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Tamali actively working from the bottom here. Tamali tries to roll over but Colucci keeps him under control. Tamali is trying to control but can't.
Colucci wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tamali keeps working. Tamali is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Colucci pulls his head out easily. Colucci is working for a kimura but Tamali is defending it quite comfortably.
Tamali trying to hold on to Colucci's head to control him but Colucci postures up.
That's five minutes gone in the round. Tamali is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Colucci pulls his head out easily. Tamali wants to sweep but Colucci has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Colucci (3) vs (0) Tamali Tamali can't do much from the bottom here. Colucci trying to control the action but Tamali is working from the bottom. Tamali is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard. Colucci wants to control but Tamali is keeping him busy.
That's six minutes gone in the round. Tamali is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Colucci pulls his head out easily. Tamali is staying active underneath Colucci, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Tamali trying to control but Colucci postures up.
Tamali tries to get to full guard but Colucci has control of the leg. Colucci is working for a kimura but Tamali is defending it quite comfortably.
Tamali is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Colucci is working for a kimura but Tamali is defending it quite comfortably.
That's seven minutes gone in the round. Tamali controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. Tamali is trying to control but Colucci manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Colucci (6) vs (0) Tamali Tamali has given up his back. Will we see Colucci going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Colucci (9) vs (0) Tamali Tamali manages to reverse the position and now he's in Colucci's guard. Nice work there by Tamali.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Colucci (9) vs (2) Tamali Colucci is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Colucci being controlled here, momentarily.
That's eight minutes gone in the round. Tamali trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Tamali slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. Colucci looking for a sweep. Not yet Colucci, not yet. Tamali passes Colucci's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round. Tamali tries to pass to full mount but Colucci defends it. Tamali seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. Colucci is trying to get back to full guard. Tamali stalling. Colucci is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Tamali pulls his head out easily. Tamali moves into full mount! Colucci won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Colucci (9) vs (5) Tamali
That's ten minutes gone in the round. Colucci working to try and regain half guard.
Colucci has given up his back. Will we see Tamali going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Colucci (9) vs (8) Tamali Tamali controls the action. Let's hope that Tamali has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight. Tamali has the hooks in. Colucci is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. Colucci is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
I really don't envy Colucci right now.
Colucci is working hard here to advance position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round. Tamali controls the action. Colucci manages to reverse the position and now he's in Tamali's guard. Nice work there by Colucci.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Colucci (11) vs (8) Tamali Colucci trying to control but Tamali is working from the bottom. Tamali controlling the position. Tamali is trying to keep Colucci in close.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round. Colucci slips nicely into half guard. Colucci is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard. Tamali is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Tamali looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Tamali keeping full guard, as Colucci tries to pass. Colucci wants to control from the top but Tamali keeps moving. Colucci postures up.
Tamali is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Colucci is aware though and is defending well.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round. Colucci passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Colucci (14) vs (8) Tamali Tamali is holding Colucci down, trying to stall. Colucci tries to advance to mount but Tamali denies him. Tamali is looking to regain half guard here but Colucci keeps moving and retains side control. Colucci wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tamali keeps working. Tamali tries to buck Colucci off but Colucci is having none of it.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round. Colucci wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Tamali, who protects the arm well. Colucci is trying to get an arm triangle but Tamali is defending well. Tamali keeps Colucci under control for a moment. You can see the frustration on Tamali's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Tamali manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. Tamali trying to control here.
And that's the end of the fight! Colucci takes the fight on points by 14 to 8. Michel Colucci decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
TWGC 23 (185lbs, D2): Sydney Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 08, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Martin Kampmann (ranked 6628 p4p, 0 weight class) and Michel Colucci (ranked 1214 p4p, 0 weight class). Kampmann comes into the arena with The Wild Boys blaring out of the sound system. Colucci has chosen Le temps des cerises as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. Michel Colucci has the eye of the tiger tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Martin Kampmann! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 2 losses; Michel Colucci! The judges for this bout are Hugh Johnson, Darius Henderson and Ben Hemmingworth.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way. Colucci closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kampmann circles away. Kampmann has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Garden in the buildup to the fight. Colucci gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Kampmann holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. Colucci turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Kampmann (0) vs (4) Colucci Kampmann is trying to control Colucci's posture but Colucci avoids it. Kampmann manages to get back to half guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Colucci is looking for a kimura but Kampmann is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Colucci to get the leverage. Kampmann manages to get to full guard.
That's one minute gone in the round. Colucci passes Kampmann's left leg - he's now in half guard. Colucci maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Kampmann could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Colucci has cracked it and Kampmann is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Colucci!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Michel Colucci! An out of breath Michel Colucci 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:
WeInSyd 38
Date: Nov 18, 2018 |
#R1##TD2# Colucci shoots in and gets a takedown into Hatton's guard. Hatton 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. Hatton is trying to control the position but Colucci postures up. Colucci is working Hatton over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. Colucci wants to pass the guard but Hatton is keeping the position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Hatton keeping moving, preventing Colucci from controlling successfully. Hatton trying to keep a closed guard but Colucci is proving a slippery customer.
Colucci is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Hatton is trying to keep Colucci in close.
Colucci looking to pass the guard. #T1# Hatton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Colucci is one step ahead there. #SUB2# Colucci drops back, looking for a kneebar! Hatton looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Hatton looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Hatton! #REVR# Hatton will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Hatton trying to control the action but Colucci is working from the bottom. The referee asks Hatton politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Hatton prefers to stall for the moment though. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Colucci gets back to half guard.#T2# Hatton is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Colucci tries to get back to half guard but can't. Hatton controlling the pace for now. Hatton looking to control but Colucci is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. Colucci manages to regain half guard. Good work. Hatton works his foot free and advances to mount. Colucci is trying desperately to improve position. Hatton looking to control but Colucci is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3##SUB# Hatton looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet. Hatton trying to control but Colucci is having none of it. Hatton fails to move to back control. Colucci sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though. Hatton wants to pass the guard but Colucci is defending well. #SUB2# Colucci looking for submissions off his back.#T4# Colucci is refusing to be controlled, as Hatton sits in half guard. #SUB2# Colucci is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hatton pulls his head out easily. Hatton seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Colucci does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Hatton works his way into full mount! Hatton tries to control but Colucci wriggling away. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Colucci really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Colucci regains half guard. 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 Joey Hatton will probably get the nod. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2# Hatton swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Hatton lands with a right hand. Michel Colucci is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Hatton throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Hatton goes for a double leg but Colucci avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Colucci continues to drive forward. Colucci fails with the takedown. Hatton was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Danga de danga de dang - Hatton scores with a four punch combination! Hatton is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Colucci can do to turn this around? We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci tries to clinch but Hatton is having none of it. #TD2# Colucci decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Hatton has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Colucci is working away from the top position though.#SUB2# Colucci is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Hatton doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Colucci. #T1# Hatton moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Colucci trying to stand up but can't free himself from Hatton's guard. Hatton keeping moving, preventing Colucci from controlling successfully. #T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Hatton looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Hatton not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hatton looking for a sweep. Not yet Hatton, not yet. Hatton is trying to control the position but Colucci postures up. Colucci working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Hatton's head. Colucci's corner is telling him to maintain position. Hatton has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Hatton has a closed guard, preventing Colucci from standing up. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Hatton swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#TD2# Colucci fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Hatton sprawls well initially but Colucci persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #T3# Hatton is pressing down on Colucci's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Colucci looking to pass the guard. Colucci is looking to stand up but Hatton won't let him. Colucci preventing the sweep. #ES# Hatton uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Hatton works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Colucci tries for a takedown but Hatton circles away easily#TD# and Hatton decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Colucci's guard. Colucci looking for a sweep. Not yet Colucci, not yet. #T4# Hatton keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Colucci's head. Hatton trying to control but Colucci is working from the bottom. #SUB2# Colucci has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Hatton doesn't defend quickly enough and Colucci has managed to lock this one up! Can Hatton escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Colucci on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Michel Colucci! A relieved looking Michel Colucci 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:
SyFi 119
Date: Oct 21, 2018 |
#R1# Colucci dives in and grabs Westbrook's left leg, looking for a takedown. Westbrook pushes down on Colucci's head and hops out. Westbrook misses the jab.#TD# Westbrook gets caught napping as Colucci dives in and scores a takedown. Westbrook manages to retain guard. Colucci missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Westbrook is pulling down on Colucci's head. It's preventing any offense from Colucci, at least for the moment. Colucci wants to pass the guard but Westbrook is keeping the position. We've been hearing good reports from Colucci's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#SU# Colucci stands up from Westbrook's guard - Colucci perhaps looking for a knockout. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci shoots and misses and Westbrook counters with a right hand to the body. Westbrook throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Westbrook connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#T1##TD# Colucci shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Westbrook is trying to defend but Colucci finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Westbrook wants to improve his position but Colucci is controlling well.
Colucci passes the guard and advances to mount! #SUB# Colucci is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Westbrook can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
#SUB# Colucci is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Westbrook has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Westbrook! #T2##SUB# Colucci working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Westbrook doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Westbrook manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Colucci is on top in guard.
#REVR# Westbrook is trying to keep Colucci in close.
#SU# Colucci decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow. #T3# Colucci misses with a takedown attempt - Westbrook sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD# Colucci is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Westbrook's half guard.#SUB# Colucci is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. Westbrook tries to get to full guard but Colucci has control of the leg. #SUB# Colucci is looking for a kimura but Westbrook is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Colucci to get the leverage. #T4# Westbrook is trying to get back to full guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Colucci throwing shots but Westbrook is blocking nicely. Westbrook really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Colucci. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Colucci lands a nice short elbow.#SUB# Colucci is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Colucci prevents Westbrook from improving his position. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Colucci thows a huge punch but Westbrook dodges it nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Michel Colucci dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Westbrook punishes Colucci's body with a nice straight punch. Westbrook swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Colucci closes the distance and clinches up with Westbrook, looking for a takedown. Colucci pushes Westbrook against the cage but Westbrook circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Westbrook throws out a counter right but Colucci avoids it with no problem. The fight stays on the outside here - Colucci looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Westbrook let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land. Colucci tries to score a power double leg takedown but Westbrook sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Colucci somewhat. Westbrook throws out a counter right but Colucci avoids it with no problem. Westbrook misses with a straight left. Colucci gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Westbrook counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2# It looks like Michel Colucci has been cut. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. 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. Westbrook throws a right and a left that Colucci avoids nicely. Colucci on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Russell Westbrook seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. No joy there for Westbrook, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#T1##CL# Colucci instigates a clinch. Westbrook content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Westbrook gets underhooks to prevent Colucci's takedown attempt.
#BC2# Westbrook pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Westbrook throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Colucci on the side of the head. Westbrook fails to land with a series of punches.
Colucci appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Westbrook misses with a looping right. Westbrook throws a body shot but no joy. Colucci uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Westbrook. Westbrook lands the left hand. Westbrook fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Westbrook throws a body shot but no joy. Westbrook with a jab. The fight stays on the outside here - Colucci looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T2# Colucci shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Westbrook sprawls well. Westbrook wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Colucci gets slowly back to his feet. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Colucci avoids the body shot from Westbrook.
Colucci shoots in looking for a takedown but Westbrook manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Colucci's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD# Colucci closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Colucci tries to pass to full mount but Westbrook defends it. #SUB# Colucci seems to be working for a kimura but Westbrook defends the submission attempt. Westbrook has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#SUB# Colucci is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Westbrook sees it coming and defends easily.#T3# Westbrook is refusing to be controlled, as Colucci sits in half guard. Westbrook moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Westbrook manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Colucci manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB##SUB# Colucci has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Westbrook can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Colucci keeping moving, preventing Westbrook from controlling successfully. #T4# Westbrook engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Westbrook trying to control the position from guard on top but Colucci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB# Colucci is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB# Colucci is looking for a triangle here but Westbrook uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Russell Westbrook showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Michel Colucci's cut. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3# Westbrook tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Colucci was well out of range. Poor timing from Westbrook. No luck with that takedown attempt from Colucci. Nice uppercut there from Westbrook. Westbrook throws a shot from downtown. Colucci moves away and avoids it. Colucci was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Colucci shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Westbrook defends it nicely. Westbrook has been the more effective fighter overall so far. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Westbrook tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Colucci was well out of range. Poor timing from Westbrook. Westbrook tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Colucci was well out of range. Poor timing from Westbrook. Colucci has a takedown stuffed. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. That's going to take a lot out of him. A punch combination from Westbrook misses. #T1# Westbrook slaps away a takedown attempt from Colucci, before circling back to the center of the mat. Westbrook works the jab nicely. Michel Colucci is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Colucci has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Westbrook finds it's way round the side to connect with Colucci's head. Colucci moves away from the strike by Westbrook. Westbrook swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD# Colucci gets the takedown into side control. Westbrook manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB# Colucci looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Westbrook seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Colucci does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T2# Westbrook might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Colucci haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time. Colucci slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB# Colucci is looking for a triangle but Westbrook pushes his legs off easily.
Colucci is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR# Colucci not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T3# Colucci wants to free his trapped foot but Westbrook is holding on for dear life with his legs. Colucci passes to full mount! Colucci avoids the attempt from Westbrook to control. Colucci wants to control the pace but Westbrook is squirming around nicely. Westbrook has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Colucci's lack of action.
Michel Colucci overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4# Colucci is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Westbrook reverses the position - he's now on top in Colucci's guard. #SUB# Colucci throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB# Colucci is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Westbrook wants to pass the guard but Colucci is keeping the position.
And that's the end of the fight! Russell Westbrook comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Westbrook 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 Topper Green scores the fight 28:29 Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 28:29 Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Russell Westbrook! Russell Westbrook 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:
SyFi 109
Date: Sep 29, 2018 |
#R1# La Vellei goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#TD# Colucci dives in and scores a takedown into La Vellei's guard. La Vellei controls Colucci momentarily but Colucci frees himself. Colucci wants to control from the top but La Vellei keeps moving. Colucci is in close to La Vellei's body, working some short punches and elbows. Colucci won't allow La Vellei to get back to his feet. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. Colucci tries to free his leg and advance position but La Vellei is retaining full guard. #T1# La Vellei keeping moving, preventing Colucci from controlling successfully. Colucci advances to half guard. La Vellei desperately trying to maintain half guard. Colucci thows a huge punch but La Vellei dodges it nicely.
#SUB# Colucci is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB# Colucci is trying to work for a kimura but La Vellei is defending well.
Colucci looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T2# La Vellei is trying to get back to full guard. Colucci missing with the ground and pound from half guard. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if La Vellei can do anything to dispel that myth. Colucci uses his free foot to push down on La Vellei's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for La Vellei. Colucci tries to control but La Vellei wriggling away. La Vellei wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Colucci.
#T3# Colucci unloads with some shots from mount but La Vellei bucks and avoids them well.
Colucci tries to control but La Vellei wriggling away. La Vellei is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#SUB# Colucci has hold of La Vellei's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and La Vellei manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Poor strikes thrown by Colucci there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. La Vellei wants to control but Colucci is having none of it. Colucci 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.
#T4# Colucci pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Colucci postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. La Vellei looks a forlorn figure.
#SU# Colucci stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet. Colucci takes a shot right to the bread basket.#TD# Colucci throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. La Vellei tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Colucci is in La Vellei's guard. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Colucci won't allow La Vellei to get back to his feet. La Vellei is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Colucci dives into side control.
Colucci trying to control the position but La Vellei is working away. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Michel Colucci dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Colucci shoots in but La Vellei avoids the takedown attempt easily.#TD2# Excellent takedown into side control there by La Vellei. Colucci is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on La Vellei's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB# Colucci looking for submissions off his back. Colucci won't allow La Vellei to pass to mount. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Colucci looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Colucci wants to get back to his feet.#T1# La Vellei seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Colucci does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB# Colucci looking for submissions off his back. Colucci is trying is best to control the position here. #SUB# Colucci looking for submissions from an awkward position here. La Vellei trying to control from half guard but Colucci is working away. La Vellei is stalling here. Colucci is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! La Vellei seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Colucci has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #T2# La Vellei can't do much from the bottom here. Colucci is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that La Vellei can do to turn this around?#SUB# Colucci tries for a kimura but La Vellei is defending well. Colucci landing strikes. La Vellei struggling a bit here. Colucci prevents La Vellei from escaping the position.#T3##SUB# Colucci is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. La Vellei knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB# Colucci tries for a kimura but La Vellei is defending well. La Vellei tries to get back to half guard but can't. Colucci working the body and head with strikes. #SUB# Colucci is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. La Vellei knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T4##SUB# Colucci tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Colucci advances to full mount. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! The referee warns La Vellei that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
La Vellei wants to use the cage to get back to his feet here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Michel Colucci dominated that second round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# La Vellei throws a nice inside leg kick. Colucci fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Colucci shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and La Vellei counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Colucci takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
#TD2# La Vellei manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Colucci on his heels. He'll look to pass Colucci's guard now, I'm sure.#ES# Colucci has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes La Vellei off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. La Vellei misses with a hook. La Vellei throws a jab when Colucci was well out of range. Colucci shoots in but no luck this time. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. That's going to take a lot out of him. La Vellei cracks Colucci with an open hand slap. La Vellei jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Colucci shoots in but no luck this time. #T1# La Vellei thuds his right hand into Colucci's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. A left and a right from La Vellei both land. Nice combination. #CUT2# It looks like Michel Colucci has been cut. Colucci shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts La Vellei as he jumps to the side. Colucci is trying hard to land a takedown here. La Vellei sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. La Vellei lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. La Vellei pushing out the jab but it's not landing. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by La Vellei. No luck with that takedown attempt from Colucci. La Vellei rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Colucci moves out of range and avoids them all easily. La Vellei feints a jab promting Colucci to slip. La Vellei then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Colucci slips again and ducks right into an uppercut. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! La Vellei thows a body kick. Colucci tries to catch it but that hurt him. #T2# A nice combination there by La Vellei.
La Vellei throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Colucci sees it coming and avoids it easily. Jean Cristopher La Vellei has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! La Vellei looks for the body kick but Colucci saw that one coming. La Vellei closes the distance and lands a one-two. La Vellei is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range. La Vellei thows a left - swing and a miss! La Vellei lands with a cross. A jab lands there for La Vellei. Michel Colucci is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#TD# Colucci drives through with a takedown into La Vellei's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. La Vellei really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Colucci. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Colucci lands a couple of digs. La Vellei can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Colucci controls the pace. Our spies down at at Super Awesome Ninja McDojo inform us that La Vellei has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off? Colucci lands a couple of digs.#T3# Colucci wants to pass the guard but La Vellei is keeping the position. La Vellei has a closed guard, preventing Colucci from standing up. La Vellei wants to stand up but Colucci is controlling him. Colucci trying to control but La Vellei is working from the bottom. La Vellei thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage. The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up. Colucci advances position into side control!#T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SU# Colucci stands up and we're back to a striking position. Danga de danga de dang - La Vellei scores with a four punch combination! La Vellei misses with a hook. Colucci changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. No luck with that takedown attempt from Colucci. Colucci avoids a punch combination nicely.
Michel Colucci is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. The fighters circling - La Vellei throws out the jab but it was never going to land. La Vellei throws a looping overhand right but Colucci ducks down to avoid it. La Vellei will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
And that's the end of the fight! Jean Cristopher La Vellei comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Colucci 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 Eliza Hachem scores the fight 29:28 Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 29:28 Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michel Colucci! An out of breath Michel Colucci 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:
SyFi 99
Date: Sep 07, 2018 |
#R1# Menezes throws a body punch but Colucci moves out of range. #TD# Menezes gets a double leg takedown into Colucci's guard. Colucci keeping full guard, as Menezes tries to pass. Colucci is trying to control the position but Menezes postures up. Colucci keeping full guard, as Menezes tries to pass. #SUB2# Colucci is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Menezes stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Colucci swivels though and keeps the full guard. Menezes trying to move into half guard but instead Colucci has managed to sweep!#REVB# We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Menezes isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Colucci stacks Menezes on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Colucci! Menezes is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T1##SUB2# Colucci tries for a kimura but Menezes is defending well. Menezes 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. Menezes tries to improve position but can't. Colucci is putting a hurting on Menezes here, landing some big shots from side control. Colucci lands a nice forearm strike. Menezes can't do much from the bottom here. Colucci trying to control the position but Menezes is working away. Colucci working the ground and pound from side control. Menezes is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard. Menezes tries to roll over but Colucci keeps him under control. Colucci passes into side control, despite Menezes's attempt to control the position.
#T2# Menezes is trying to improve his position. Menezes is working hard here to advance position. Colucci cracks Menezes with a big elbow. #SUB2# Colucci is trying to get an arm triangle but Menezes is defending well. Menezes manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Colucci is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Menezes's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Menezes's back! Colucci has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Menezes trying to control the hands but Colucci won't let him. Menezes rolls, trying to escape but Colucci keeps control of the position.
#T3##SUB2# Colucci patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here? Colucci is not going to allow Menezes to sit and survive in this position. Colucci is trying to stick to Menezes's back but Menezes is turning into Colucci. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Colucci's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Menezes.#SUB2# Colucci has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Menezes can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Menezes forces his way into half guard.#SUB# Menezes seems to be working for a kimura but Colucci defends the submission attempt.#SUB# Menezes is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Colucci is just riding it out for now. Menezes eventually gives up the hold. Colucci is on the bottom, trying to hold on to half guard. He's throwing a few small shots here, to keep his opponent honest. #T4# Colucci is looking to improve his position.
Menezes is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Colucci! Menezes punishing his opponent with strikes. Colucci is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Menezes working the ground and pound effectively.
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!#SUB# Menezes with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Menezes working the ground and pound effectively.
Menezes with the ground and pound from mount. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Arthur Menezes 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##TD# Menezes shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Menezes trying to pass the guard but Colucci defending well. Menezes lands strikes from half guard. Colucci is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Menezes's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Menezes's back! Menezes turns into Colucci and is now in his guard.
Menezes stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Colucci swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2# Colucci working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Menezes doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Menezes manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Colucci keeping moving, preventing Menezes from controlling successfully. Menezes forces his way into half guard. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB# Menezes is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Colucci sees it coming and defends easily.#T1# Colucci is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Menezes scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB2# Colucci looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Colucci has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Menezes is working away from the top position though.#SUB# Menezes is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Colucci is just riding it out for now. Menezes eventually gives up the hold. Menezes scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB# Menezes is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T2# Colucci is looking to improve his position.
Menezes wants to free his trapped foot but Colucci is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB# Menezes seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB# Menezes is looking for a kimura but Colucci is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Menezes to get the leverage. Menezes is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Colucci can do to turn this around? Colucci tries to get to full guard but Menezes has control of the leg. Menezes is keen to just control but Colucci is a slippery customer.#SUB# Menezes is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB# Menezes is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Colucci is just riding it out for now. Menezes eventually gives up the hold. Colucci trying to control but Menezes postures up.
#T3##SUB2# Colucci actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2# Colucci looking for submissions off his back.#SUB# Menezes is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Colucci sees it coming and defends easily. Arthur Menezes overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Colucci trying to hold on to Menezes's head to control him but Menezes postures up.
Menezes trying to mount his opponent but Colucci defends it. #T4# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Menezes throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Menezes trying to control the action but Colucci is working from the bottom. #SUB# Menezes is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Colucci sees it coming and defends easily. Menezes is thwarting Colucci's attempts to control the position. Colucci makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Colucci.#SUB2# Colucci looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Menezes advances to half guard. Menezes lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #SUB# Menezes is working for a kimura but Colucci is defending it quite comfortably.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Arthur Menezes dominated that second round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3##TD2# Colucci drives through with a takedown into Menezes's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SUB# Colucci avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB# Menezes is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Colucci trying to control the position from guard on top but Menezes is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci is in close to Menezes's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB# Menezes looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Menezes trying to control the position.
#T1##SUB# Menezes looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Menezes wants to sweep here but Colucci controlling him for the moment. #SUB# Menezes has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Colucci can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Both fighters are breathing heavily. Colucci stays in close to Menezes's body and controls the position. #SUB# Menezes looking for a guillotine here but Colucci defends easily.
Colucci postures up.
Colucci stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Menezes swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Colucci trying to control the position from guard on top but Menezes is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Colucci forces his way into half guard. Colucci wants to pass the guard but Menezes is defending well. Menezes wants to improve his position but Colucci is controlling well.
Menezes trying to control from the bottom.
Menezes is positioning himself well to prevent Colucci advancing to mount. #SUB# Menezes actively working from the bottom here.#T3# Menezes gets full guard. Menezes wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2# Colucci drops back looking for a leg! Menezes is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Menezes manages to kick Colucci off! Colucci jumps back into Menezes's guard. Colucci is pushing down on Menezes's leg trying to pass to half guard. Menezes is fighting to maintain full guard but Colucci has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2# Colucci is looking for a kimura but Menezes is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Colucci to get the leverage. Colucci is keen to just control but Menezes is a slippery customer.#SUB# Menezes is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Colucci pulls his head out easily. #SUB# Menezes with the active half guard here but Colucci passes nicely into side control. Menezes is trying to improve his position.#T4# Colucci advances to full mount. Colucci lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Menezes can't escape the position.
Colucci pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage. Arthur Menezes is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Colucci with the ground and pound from mount. Michel Colucci has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Colucci lands a nice shot to the head. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. BOOM! Colucci connects with a massive shot to the dome!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Colucci with a couple of short strikes. Menezes regains half guard. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Colucci lands a nice short elbow.
And that's the end of the fight! Michel Colucci comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Menezes 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 Francis DeMontford scores the fight 29:28 Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 29:28 Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Arthur Menezes!
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Event:
SyFi 90
Date: Aug 17, 2018 |
#R1# Mitchell connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Nice defenses there by Colucci. Colucci is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Mitchell.#TD# Colucci closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Mitchell's guard. Mitchell has control of Colucci's left arm, preventing Colucci from doing any damage. Colucci keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Mitchell's head. Mitchell is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB# Colucci drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Colucci jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Colucci might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. Mitchell keeping moving, preventing Colucci from controlling successfully. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci throwing strikes but missing. Mitchell trying to keep a closed guard but Colucci is proving a slippery customer.
#T1# Mitchell keeping full guard, as Colucci tries to pass. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Mitchell not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Colucci preventing the sweep. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Mitchell is adopting a defensive guard. Colucci trying to control the position from guard on top but Mitchell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup. Colucci works a leg free and moves into half guard. Colucci trying to control from Mitchell's half guard. Mitchell has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Colucci loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Colucci trying to control but Mitchell is working from the bottom. Colucci wants to pass the guard but Mitchell is keeping the position. Mitchell can't keep his opponent in guard - Colucci advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. Mitchell is trying to get back to full guard. Colucci is figuring out what he wants to do next. Mitchell wants to control but Colucci is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3##SUB# Colucci is looking for a kimura here.
Colucci scoring with strikes to the body and head. Mitchell is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Colucci's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Colucci's back! Colucci is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet. Colucci turns into Mitchell and is now in his guard.
Mitchell trying to control the position.
Colucci working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Colucci stopping the sweep attempt from Mitchell.#T4# Mitchell is persisting with the attempt to improve his position. Mitchell can't keep his opponent in guard - Colucci advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. Mitchell tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land. Mitchell wants to improve his position but Colucci is controlling well.
Mitchell wants to control but Colucci is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB# Colucci has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Mitchell defend it? Colucci steps over the head and cranks it - Mitchell is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Colucci!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Michel Colucci! A very excited looking Michel Colucci 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:
SyFi 81
Date: Jul 27, 2018 |
#R1# Resende misses with a takedown attempt #CL# and Colucci counters by moving into the clinch. #TD# Colucci gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Colucci stopping the sweep attempt from Resende. Colucci throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB2# Resende is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Colucci defends well. Colucci postures up.
Resende told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet. Colucci might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2# Resende has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Colucci can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Colucci trying to control the position from guard on top but Resende is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Resende is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. Colucci pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Resende is keeping the position for now. Colucci content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T1# Colucci working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Colucci has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Resende is proving hard to escape from. Colucci with a flurry of punches that miss. Resende not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Colucci trying to control but Resende is working from the bottom. Resende is pulling down on Colucci's head. It's preventing any offense from Colucci, at least for the moment. Colucci postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. Colucci pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Resende is keeping the position for now. Resende looking for a sweep. Not yet Resende, not yet. Resende not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Colucci makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Resende trying to control the position.
#T2##SUB2# Resende working for a triangle but Colucci defends it easily.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Resende looking for a sweep. Not yet Resende, not yet. Colucci advances to half guard. Colucci not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Resende is looking for a sweep. Colucci is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Resende is trying to control but can't.
Colucci 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. Resende wants to improve his position but Colucci is controlling well.
#SUB# Colucci seems to be looking for submissions.
Resende is trying to get back to full guard. Resende is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T3# Colucci wants to pass to mount but Resende is defending the position. Resende keeps control of the position for the meantime. Resende is looking for a sweep. Colucci is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Colucci wants to pass to mount but Resende is defending the position. Resende is looking for a sweep. Colucci is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Colucci lands a nice short elbow. Resende keeping control of the position. Resende is looking for a sweep. Colucci is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Resende trying to control here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB# Colucci is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T4# Colucci seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Resende does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. Resende trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB# Colucci looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Resende is looking to improve his position.
Resende is trying to control but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Colucci scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Resende is not content to let Colucci control the position. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Colucci lands a nice short elbow. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Michel Colucci dominated that round. That's time! Colucci's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Colucci uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Resende.#TD# Colucci drives through with a takedown into guard. Colucci throwing strikes from guard but Resende blocks nicely. Colucci content to stall in guard here. Colucci postures up.
Michel Colucci overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Resende is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB2# Resende is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Colucci being controlled here momentarily. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Resende manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Colucci manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB# Colucci is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T1# Resende trying to control the position from guard on top but Colucci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Resende won't allow Colucci to sweep him here. Colucci wants to stand up but Resende is controlling him. Resende wants to control from the top but Colucci keeps moving. #SUB# Colucci has his foot on Resende's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Resende works his way back into a safe position though. Resende slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB# Colucci looking for a guillotine here but Resende defends easily.
#SUB# Colucci escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Resende gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Colucci looking for a sweep. Not yet Colucci, not yet. #T2# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB# Colucci escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Resende gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Resende trying to control the position from guard on top but Colucci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB# Colucci escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Resende gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Resende trying to control but Colucci is working from the bottom. Resende might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Colucci haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB# Colucci had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Resende defends it easily. Resende wants to pass the guard but Colucci is keeping the position.#T3# Resende passes Colucci's right leg, so he's now in half guard. Colucci is refusing to be controlled, as Resende sits in half guard. #SUB# Colucci looking for submissions off his back. Resende trying to control from half guard but Colucci is working away. #SUB# Colucci is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Resende pulls his head out easily. Resende is trying to control the action in half guard but Colucci is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Resende wants to free his trapped foot but Colucci is holding on for dear life with his legs. Colucci is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Resende can do to turn this around? Colucci is looking to improve his position.
#T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Resende is trying to control the action in half guard but Colucci is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Resende is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Colucci! Colucci is trying to get to the cage to help him get back to his feet.
Resende trying to control but he's not successful this time. Resende tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. Colucci really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Colucci is working hard here to advance position. Resende tries to control but Colucci wriggling away. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SU2# Resende is standing up, even though he is in mount. #TD2# Resende changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Colucci looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Wagner Resende will probably get the nod - 10:9. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round! #R3# Resende connects with a body shot that sends Colucci's belly button to the back. Resende misses with a low kick.
#TD# Resende gets caught napping as Colucci dives in and scores a takedown. Resende manages to retain guard. Colucci won't allow Resende to sweep him here. Resende seems keen to control Colucci's posture.#SUB2# Resende looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Colucci forces his way into half guard. Resende is trying to maintain the position but Colucci is very close to passing his half guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci trying to control the pace. Resende trying to hold on to Colucci's head to control him but Colucci postures up.
Colucci is nestled in close to Resende, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T1# Resende tries to get to full guard but Colucci has control of the leg. Colucci working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. Colucci is nestled in close to Resende, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Resende trying to control but Colucci postures up.
Colucci working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Resende trying to control but Colucci postures up.
Resende slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work. Resende controlling the position. Colucci is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Colucci controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Resende is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T2# Colucci trying to control but Resende is working from the bottom. Colucci is in close to Resende's body, working some short punches and elbows. Resende working a defensive guard here.
Colucci won't allow Resende to sweep him here. #SUB2# Resende working for a triangle but Colucci defends it easily.
Colucci forces his way into half guard. Resende wants to improve his position but Colucci is controlling well.
#SUB# Colucci is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T3##SUB# Colucci is working for a kimura but Resende is defending it quite comfortably.
Resende is looking to improve his position.
Colucci landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. Colucci wants to get back to his feet.
Resende tries to roll over but Colucci keeps him under control.#SUB# Colucci is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Resende doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Colucci. Resende is looking to control Colucci's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Resende avoid being mounted?#T4# My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer. Resende works his way to full guard. Good work. Colucci postures up.
Resende keeping full guard, as Colucci tries to pass. #SUB2# Resende is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Colucci defends well. Colucci scoring with punches to the head and body. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2# Resende has his foot on Colucci's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Colucci works his way back into a safe position though. Resende takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Resende wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2# Resende has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Colucci can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Colucci would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
And that's the end of the fight! Michel Colucci showed his dominance in that final round. I think Colucci 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 Ben Watson scores the fight 30:27 Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 29:28 Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Michel Colucci! A relieved looking Michel Colucci 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:
SyFi 72
Date: Jul 06, 2018 |
#R1# Goodard shoots in looking for a takedown. Colucci tries to sprawl out of it but Goodard keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Colucci manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Colucci closes the distance and clinches up with Goodard, looking for a takedown. Colucci pushes Goodard against the cage but Goodard circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Colucci leaves Goodard with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. It looked like Colucci was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Goodard. Goodard 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.#TD2# Goodard looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Colucci keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB# Colucci looking for submissions from an awkward position here. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Colucci looking for submissions off his back. Goodard stops Colucci from getting back to his feet.
#T1# Nice strikes from Goodard there. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Goodard lands strikes from half guard. Goodard not landing any meaningful shots this time. Colucci trying to control here.
Goodard not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Colucci is trying to control but can't.
Goodard landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB# Colucci looking for submissions off his back. Goodard thows a huge punch but Colucci dodges it nicely.
Colucci trying to control from the bottom.
Goodard lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T2# Goodard is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB# Colucci looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Goodard working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. Goodard is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #SUB# Colucci looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Goodard scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Nice strikes from Goodard there. Goodard really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Colucci. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Colucci trying to control from the bottom.
Goodard is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! This has been an exciting period of action! Colucci tries to reverse the position but Goodard maintains control.#T3# Colucci gets back to half guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Goodard working over Colucci with some ground and pound. Colucci looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Colucci is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Goodard's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Goodard's back! Colucci keeps control of the position as Goodard tries to break free.
Colucci wants to control but Goodard is keeping busy. I really don't envy Goodard right now.
Goodard is still trying to improve position.#SUB# Colucci tightening his grip on Goodard, looking for the choke. Can Goodard hold on?! Colucci is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
#T4# Goodard is trying to stand back up. Goodard rolls, trying to escape but Colucci keeps control of the position.
Goodard tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Goodard is bucking up trying to escape but Colucci cracks him with another couple of good strikes. Colucci landing strikes, looking to finish! Goodard is trying desperately to improve position. Colucci trying to control but Goodard is having none of it. #SUB# Colucci has control of Goodard's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Goodard regains control of the situation pretty easily.
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 Michel Colucci will probably get the nod. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Colucci darts in looking for a takedown but Goodard gets double underhooks and turns Colucci into the cage. #TD2# Goodard drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Goodard is looking to take a break and control but Colucci is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Goodard is working Colucci over with some ground and pound from side control. Goodard scores with punches from side control. Colucci manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. Goodard throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Colucci looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Goodard working over Colucci with some ground and pound. Colucci looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB# Colucci looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Colucci makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Colucci.#T1# Goodard in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Goodard with a flurry of punches that miss. Colucci is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB# Colucci is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Goodard defends well. Goodard trying to control but Colucci is working from the bottom. Goodard is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Colucci wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB# Colucci is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T2# Goodard trying to control the position from guard on top but Colucci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB# Colucci working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Goodard doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Goodard manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB# Colucci is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Goodard defends well. Colucci seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB# Colucci is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Goodard lands a couple of decent looking shots. Colucci throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land. #T3##SUB# Colucci working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Goodard doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Goodard manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Goodard lands a couple of elbows.#SUB# Colucci looking for a guillotine here but Goodard defends easily.
Goodard distracts Colucci with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Goodard scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB# Colucci looking for a guillotine here but Goodard defends easily.
#SUB# Colucci is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Goodard rolls with it to try and escape but Colucci cranks on the arm and Goodard is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Michel Colucci! Michel Colucci decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. TJ Goodard was interviewed post fight and said 'Eh....you win some,you lose some I'm not done yet!!'.
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Event:
TWGC 21 (205lbs, D3): Finals - Round 3
Date: Apr 25, 2018 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michel Colucci (ranked 3743 p4p, 0 weight class) and Dmitar Zvonimir (ranked 5247 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Colucci might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Le temps des cerises. Zvonimir has chosen Kletva kralja Zvonimira as his entrance music. Dmitar Zvonimir is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 1 losses; Michel Colucci! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 0 losses; Dmitar Zvonimir! The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, Sam Margolis and Donald Grub.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious? Zvonimir clinches. Colucci tries to pull guard but Zvonimir won't allow it.
Colucci gets underhooks to prevent Zvonimir's takedown attempt.
Zvonimir goes for a takedown in the clinch but Colucci prevents it.
Zvonimir ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Zvonimir no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. We've been hearing that Colucci has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish. Zvonimir keeping moving, preventing Colucci from controlling successfully. Colucci content to stall in guard here. Colucci trying to control the position from guard on top but Zvonimir is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Colucci stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zvonimir swivels though and keeps the full guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That's one minute gone in the round. Zvonimir has control of Colucci's left arm, preventing Colucci from doing any damage. Zvonimir tries to land a sweep but no joy. Zvonimir pulls Colucci in close to prevent any damage. Colucci is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Colucci looking to pass the guard. Zvonimir seems keen to control Colucci's posture. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Colucci looking to pass the guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Colucci wants to control from the top but Zvonimir keeps moving. Colucci is fighting to break Zvonimir's control of his arms but Zvonimir is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment. Colucci wants to control from the top but Zvonimir keeps moving. Zvonimir managing to control the position. Colucci is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. Colucci wants to pass the guard but Zvonimir is keeping the position.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Colucci has gone for a leg lock! Zvonimir slips out almost immediately though and dives into Colucci's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Colucci (0) vs (2) Zvonimir Colucci escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Zvonimir gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Colucci wants to sweep but no luck. Zvonimir is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. Zvonimir must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Zvonimir wants to pass the guard but Colucci is keeping the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Zvonimir's corner is telling him to maintain position. Colucci is trying to keep Zvonimir in close.
Colucci keeping moving, preventing Zvonimir from controlling successfully. Colucci has his foot on Zvonimir's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Zvonimir works his way back into a safe position though. Colucci is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Zvonimir is aware though and is defending well. Zvonimir 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. Colucci working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Zvonimir doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Zvonimir manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Colucci has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Zvonimir can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Zvonimir advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Colucci (0) vs (5) Zvonimir The referee asks Zvonimir politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Zvonimir prefers to stall for the moment though.
That's five minutes gone in the round. Zvonimir tries to move into full mount but can't pass Colucci's legs. Zvonimir has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Colucci (0) vs (7) Zvonimir Colucci tries to hold on but Zvonimir pushes him away. Colucci can't escape the position.
Zvonimir controlling from the full mount. Colucci tries to hold on but Zvonimir postures up. Zvonimir controlling from the full mount. Colucci is looking to get to half guard. Zvonimir looking for a guillotine from mount but Colucci is having none of it. Zvonimir trying to control but he's not successful this time.
That's six minutes gone in the round. Zvonimir content just to control the position here. Colucci is desperately trying to improve his position but Zvonimir has a good base and remains in mount. Colucci is working hard here to advance position. Zvonimir controlling the position easily from mount. Colucci keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round. Zvonimir trying to control but Colucci is having none of it. Zvonimir working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. Zvonimir avoids the attempt from Colucci to control. Zvonimir prevents Colucci from getting the reversal. Zvonimir goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Colucci is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Colucci (2) vs (7) Zvonimir Zvonimir controlling the position. Colucci looking to pass the guard. Colucci being controlled here momentarily.
That's eight minutes gone in the round. Zvonimir looking for a sweep. Not yet Zvonimir, not yet. Zvonimir is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. Zvonimir wants to sweep here but Colucci controlling him for the moment. Zvonimir pulls Colucci in close to prevent any damage. Zvonimir is continuing to stall. Colucci slips nicely into half guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round. Colucci prevents Zvonimir from improving his position. Colucci is keen to just control but Zvonimir is a slippery customer. Zvonimir wants to improve his position but Colucci is controlling well.
Colucci looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Colucci is looking to advance position but Zvonimir won't allow it.
That's ten minutes gone in the round. Zvonimir is trying to get back to full guard. Colucci is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Zvonimir sees it coming and defends easily. Colucci looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Zvonimir is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Zvonimir is positioning himself well to prevent Colucci advancing to mount.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round. Zvonimir is trying to get back to full guard. Zvonimir is staying active underneath Colucci, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Zvonimir won't allow Colucci to pass to mount. Colucci is looking for a kimura but Zvonimir is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Colucci to get the leverage. Colucci is trying to work for a kimura but Zvonimir is defending well.
Colucci wants to free his trapped foot but Zvonimir is holding on for dear life with his legs. Zvonimir is trying to control but can't.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round. Colucci wants to pass to mount but Zvonimir is defending the position. Zvonimir manages to get to full guard.
Zvonimir keeping full guard, as Colucci tries to pass. Colucci trying to control the position from guard on top but Zvonimir is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Colucci won't allow Zvonimir to sweep him here. Colucci tries to free his leg and advance position but Zvonimir is retaining full guard. Zvonimir controlling Colucci's posture. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Zvonimir is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Colucci (2) vs (9) Zvonimir
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round. Zvonimir content to stall in guard here. Colucci is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Zvonimir tries to free his leg and advance position but Colucci is retaining full guard. Zvonimir wants to control from the top but Colucci keeps moving. Colucci looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Zvonimir sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Colucci's guard. Zvonimir frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Colucci (2) vs (12) Zvonimir Colucci is in all sorts of trouble here.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round. Zvonimir with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Colucci has given up his back here. Will Zvonimir look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Colucci (2) vs (15) Zvonimir Zvonimir struggling to keep hold of the position.
Zvonimir has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Colucci has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Colucci is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Zvonimir is controlling the position but Colucci somehow manages to roll and ends up with half guard.
Colucci looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Colucci tries to get to full guard but Zvonimir has control of the leg. Colucci is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Zvonimir pulls his head out easily.
And that's the end of the fight! Zvonimir wins on points by 15 to 2. Dmitar Zvonimir is the new light heavyweight champion! A very excited looking Dmitar Zvonimir 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:
TWGC 21 (205lbs, D3): Finals - Round 2
Date: Apr 24, 2018 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Tangaroa Ngata (ranked 0 p4p, 0 weight class) and Michel Colucci (ranked 3724 p4p, 0 weight class). Ngata comes to the cage accompanied by Soundcritters - Haka War Chant. Colucci has chosen Le temps des cerises as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Tangaroa Ngata! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 1 losses; Michel Colucci! The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Colin Fotheringham and Daniel Bishop.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way. Ngata has taken the fight to the clinch.
Ngata tries to pull guard but Colucci holds him up against the cage and eventually Ngata drops back down to his feet.
Ngata jumps into guard, dragging Colucci to the mat.
Colucci slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. Colucci being controlled here momentarily. Colucci trying to control the position from guard on top but Ngata is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Colucci looking to pass the guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Ngata has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Colucci drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Ngata dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ngata (2) vs (0) Colucci
That's one minute gone in the round. Colucci pulls Ngata in close to prevent any damage. Colucci working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Ngata has passed into half guard!
Ngata wants to free his trapped foot but Colucci is holding on for dear life with his legs. Ngata prevents Colucci from improving his position.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Colucci is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ngata pulls his head out easily. Colucci looking for submissions off his back. Ngata not doing much here.
Ngata is thwarting Colucci's attempts to control the position. Ngata slows the pace down in half guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Colucci tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Ngata has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Ngata (5) vs (0) Colucci The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Ngata avoids the attempt from Colucci to control. Colucci is looking to improve his position but Ngata isn't that keen on the idea. Ngata looking to control but Colucci is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Colucci is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. Colucci bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ngata (5) vs (2) Colucci Colucci is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Ngata is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Ngata has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ngata (7) vs (2) Colucci Colucci looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Ngata passes into half guard.
Colucci gets back to full guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round. Ngata controls from within his opponent's guard. Colucci throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Ngata escapes and throws Colucci's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ngata (10) vs (2) Colucci Colucci is trying to improve his position. Colucci is not content to let Ngata control the position. Ngata taking a breather here.
That's six minutes gone in the round. Colucci tries to improve position but can't. Colucci prevents Ngata from improving position. Colucci sneaks back into half guard. Colucci slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work. Colucci has his foot on Ngata's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ngata works his way back into a safe position though.
That's seven minutes gone in the round. Colucci has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Ngata is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Colucci. Score +3 for passing guard: Ngata (13) vs (2) Colucci Colucci tries to buck Ngata off but Ngata is having none of it. Ngata content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. Colucci is looking to regain half guard here but Ngata keeps moving and retains side control.
That's eight minutes gone in the round. Ngata has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ngata (15) vs (2) Colucci Colucci keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Colucci tries to hold on but Ngata pushes him away. Ngata controlling the position easily from mount. Colucci wants to control but Ngata is having none of it.
That's nine minutes gone in the round. Colucci slips a leg in and gets back to half guard. Colucci tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Ngata has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Ngata (18) vs (2) Colucci Colucci tries to hold on but Ngata pushes him away. Ngata controlling the position easily from mount.
That's ten minutes gone in the round. Ngata'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. Ngata continues to stall. Colucci is desperately trying to improve his position but Ngata has a good base and remains in mount. We've been hearing good reports from Ngata's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today. Colucci keeps trying to improve his position. Ngata controlling the position easily from mount.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round. Colucci working to try and regain half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Ngata controlling from mount. Ngata avoids the attempt from Colucci to control. Colucci is working to get back to half guard.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round. Colucci slips a leg in and gets back to half guard. Colucci actively working from the bottom here. Well, if Ngata is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Colucci is trying to maintain the position but Ngata is very close to passing his half guard.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round. Colucci is looking for a sweep. Ngata is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Ngata is thwarting Colucci's attempts to control the position. Ngata trying to control the pace. Colucci is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ngata pulls his head out easily.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round. Colucci is trying to get back to full guard. Colucci actively working from the bottom here. Colucci actively working from the bottom here. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Colucci is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Ngata is tapping! Great win for Colucci!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Michel Colucci! Michel Colucci thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
TWGC 21 (205lbs, D3): Finals - Round 1
Date: Apr 23, 2018 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Sharven Sheven (ranked 22779 p4p, 0 weight class) and Michel Colucci (ranked 3709 p4p, 0 weight class). Colucci has chosen Le temps des cerises as his entrance music. Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Sharven Sheven! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 1 losses; Michel Colucci! The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Sam Margolis and Richard Clark.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way. Colucci has a takedown stuffed. Sheven attempts a counter takedown but Colucci avoids it well and moves away. Colucci closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. Colucci gets underhooks to prevent Sheven's takedown attempt.
Colucci gets underhooks to prevent Sheven's takedown attempt.
Colucci manages to pull guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sheven defends well. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Colucci looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Sheven passes into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round. Colucci controlling the position for now. Colucci is looking to improve his position.
Sheven is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Colucci has managed to free his arm - good work. Colucci is not content to let Sheven control the position.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Colucci is trying to control but can't.
Colucci actively working from the bottom here. Colucci is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sheven's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sheven's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Sheven (0) vs (4) Colucci Colucci has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Sheven is in real trouble here. Colucci gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Sheven is tapping out! Colucci wins by rear naked choke!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Michel Colucci! Michel Colucci decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
TWGC 21 (205lbs, D3): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Apr 15, 2018 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michel Colucci (ranked 3673 p4p, 0 weight class) and Kamden Jackson (ranked 2111 p4p, 294 weight class). Colucci kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Le temps des cerises. Jackson has chosen Valparaiso as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Michel Colucci! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 1 losses; Kamden Jackson! The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way. Jackson misses with a takedown and Colucci counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Colucci (2) vs (0) Jackson Colucci is looking for a kimura here.
Colucci wants to pass the guard but Jackson is defending well. Colucci is trying to control. Jackson wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Jackson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Colucci is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci is controlling the pace.
Colucci wants to work for an arm triangle but Jackson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
That's one minute gone in the round. Colucci trying to control from half guard but Jackson is working away. Colucci wants to work for an arm triangle but Jackson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Colucci is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Jackson is staying active underneath Colucci, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Jackson trying to control but Colucci postures up.
Colucci wants to work for an arm triangle but Jackson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Colucci has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Colucci (5) vs (0) Jackson Colucci wants to take his opponent's back but Jackson doesn't allow it. We've been hearing that Colucci has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish. Colucci prevents Jackson from getting the reversal. Colucci trying to control but he's not successful this time. Colucci is controlling this nicely and is looking to make no mistakes. Jackson is trying to wiggle out of this horrible position. Jackson flips to his side and attempts to get a leg in for half guard. Colucci anticipates the leg and manages to get behind Jackson and secures both hooks! This could be bad! Colucci slips an arm under Jackson chin and tries to position for a rear naked choke. Colucci has worked the choke in now and it looks tight. Colucci is squeezing on Jackson like an anaconda would it's prey. Jackson fails to tap and has fallen unconscious! We've got ourselves a winner by way of a rear naked choke!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Michel Colucci! A relieved looking Michel Colucci thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. In defeat, Kamden Jackson stepped up to the mic, saying 'The loss is tough, but I will come back stronger!'. |
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Event:
TWGC 21 (205lbs, D3): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Apr 14, 2018 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Reggie Hutchinson (ranked 6768 p4p, 0 weight class) and Michel Colucci (ranked 3662 p4p, 0 weight class). Colucci has chosen Le temps des cerises as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Reggie Hutchinson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Michel Colucci! The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way. Colucci bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Hutchinson (0) vs (4) Colucci Hutchinson manages to work his way to half guard, despite Colucci's best efforts. Colucci is looking for a kimura but Hutchinson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Colucci to get the leverage. Hutchinson wants to improve his position but Colucci is controlling well.
Hutchinson controlling the position well. Hutchinson with the active half guard here but Colucci passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hutchinson (0) vs (7) Colucci We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci tries to move to mount but Hutchinson blocks the move with his legs.
That's one minute gone in the round. Colucci tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. Hutchinson tries to buck Colucci off but Colucci is having none of it. Hutchinson can't do much from the bottom here. Colucci tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Colucci has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! Colucci tries to move into full mount but can't pass Hutchinson's legs. Hutchinson trying to control but Colucci flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hutchinson (0) vs (10) Colucci
That's two minutes gone in the round. Hutchinson is really stuck here.
Hutchinson trying to control but not successfully. Colucci is working for a rear naked choke. Hutchinson is not defending it well and Colucci has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Hutchinson refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Hutchinson's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Michel Colucci! A relieved looking Michel Colucci thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
TWGC 20 (185lbs, D3): Finals - Round 3
Date: Feb 22, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michel Colucci (ranked 3422 p4p, 0 weight class) and Don Petersen (ranked 406 p4p, 63 weight class). Colucci comes to the cage accompanied by Le temps des cerises. Don Petersen told me before the fight that he's been watching a lot of DVDs so let's see if that helps him in this one! I can't wait to find out!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 0 losses; Michel Colucci! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 0 losses; Don Petersen! The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, Chris Edwards and Paul Tew.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Colucci. Petersen keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Petersen fails with an attempt to clinch.
Colucci feinted with a counter takedown. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Colucci is defended easily by Petersen. Petersen drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Colucci defends it well. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. That's going to take a lot out of him. Petersen has managed to clinch.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Petersen 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. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Colucci no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. Petersen trying to control but Colucci is working from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round. Petersen wants to pass the guard but Colucci is keeping the position. Petersen passes into half guard. Petersen is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Colucci is just riding it out for now. Petersen eventually gives up the hold. Colucci actively working from the bottom here. Colucci is looking to improve his position.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Colucci gets full guard. Colucci looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Colucci has his foot on Petersen's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Petersen works his way back into a safe position though. Petersen wants to control from the top but Colucci keeps moving. Colucci seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission. Petersen avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Petersen trying to control but Colucci is working from the bottom. Colucci working a defensive guard here.
Colucci wants to sweep but no luck.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Colucci keeping moving, preventing Petersen from controlling successfully. Colucci looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Petersen passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Colucci (0) vs (3) Petersen Petersen trying to control the position but Colucci is working away. Colucci tries to improve position but can't. Petersen trying to control the action but Colucci is working from the bottom. Colucci is trying to improve his position. Colucci is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Colucci wants to improve his position but Petersen is controlling well.
Petersen is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Colucci doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Petersen. Colucci wants to control but Petersen passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Colucci (0) vs (6) Petersen Colucci is not content to let Petersen control the position. Colucci is trying to work for a sweep but Petersen has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Colucci (0) vs (8) Petersen
That's five minutes gone in the round. Petersen working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. Petersen looking to control but Colucci is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. Petersen takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though. Let's hope that Petersen has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Petersen looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet. Colucci is trying to escape the mount.
That's six minutes gone in the round. Colucci sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though. Petersen is looking for a kimura here.
Colucci is not content to let Petersen control the position. Petersen is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully. Petersen is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Colucci doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Petersen. Petersen is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
That's seven minutes gone in the round. Colucci is trying to maintain the position but Petersen is very close to passing his half guard. Petersen wants to lay and pray for a moment but Colucci keeps working. Petersen prevents Colucci from improving his position. Petersen keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. Colucci wants to get back to full guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round. Petersen trying to control the action but Colucci is working from the bottom. Petersen is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Colucci doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Petersen. Colucci is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Petersen pulls his head out easily. Petersen looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. Colucci tries to roll over but Petersen keeps him under control. Petersen is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
That's nine minutes gone in the round. Colucci looking for submissions off his back. Petersen maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Colucci could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Petersen has cracked it and Colucci is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Petersen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Don Petersen! Don Petersen is the new middleweight champion! Don Petersen gave a mention to Aspire Clothing in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
TWGC 20 (185lbs, D3): Finals - Round 2
Date: Feb 21, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Vincent Groza (ranked 6958 p4p, 0 weight class) and Michel Colucci (ranked 3407 p4p, 0 weight class). Colucci has chosen Le temps des cerises as his entrance music. Michel Colucci is the more experienced fighter, so let's see if that makes a difference tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Vincent Groza! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Michel Colucci! The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Paul Tew and Phil Schofield.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way. Groza clinches. Groza is looking for a takedown. Colucci is looking for a takedown. Colucci drops down looking for an ankle pick but Groza pulls his leg out and moves away.
Horrible takedown attempt by Colucci or perhaps it was just good defense by Groza, which made it look bad. Vincent Groza has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Michel Colucci. Groza has closed the distance and engaged Colucci in a clinch.
Groza jumps guard and drags Colucci to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. Colucci avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Groza is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
That's one minute gone in the round. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Groza is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Groza (2) vs (0) Colucci Colucci is looking for a triangle here but Groza uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Groza (5) vs (0) Colucci Colucci manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. Groza wants to pass the guard but Colucci is defending well. Colucci tries to roll over but Groza keeps him under control. Colucci is doing well to control the position and prevent Groza from advancing to side control.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Colucci gets full guard. Groza's corner is telling him to maintain position. Colucci wants to sweep here but Groza controlling him for the moment. Colucci is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Colucci has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Groza doesn't defend quickly enough and Colucci has managed to lock this one up! Can Groza escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Colucci on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Michel Colucci! A very excited looking Michel Colucci 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:
TWGC 20 (185lbs, D3): Finals - Round 1
Date: Feb 20, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michel Colucci (ranked 3392 p4p, 0 weight class) and Cartel Lopez (ranked 1927 p4p, 251 weight class). Colucci comes to the cage accompanied by Le temps des cerises. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Michel Colucci! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Cartel Lopez! The judges for this bout are Paul Tew, William Gold and Donald Grub.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way. Lopez stuffs the takedown. Lopez wants to counter the offense by Colucci and move into the clinch position. Colucci misses with a takedown attempt - Lopez sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Lopez tries to counter with a clinch but Colucci shakes him off and moves away. Colucci drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Colucci (2) vs (0) Lopez Lopez is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci wants to pass the guard but Lopez is keeping the position. Lopez looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
That's one minute gone in the round. Colucci looking to pass the guard. Lopez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Colucci passes into half guard. Colucci is working for a submission of some sort.
Lopez wants to get back to full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Colucci is figuring out what he wants to do next. Colucci is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lopez doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Colucci. Colucci frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Colucci (5) vs (0) Lopez Colucci jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Lopez is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Lopez and Colucci has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
That's three minutes gone in the round. Lopez is looking for a sweep. Lopez wants to control but Colucci postures up. Colucci wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lopez keeps working. Colucci tries for a kimura but Lopez is defending well. Colucci tries to advance position but instead Lopez slips a leg back in to half guard. Colucci is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lopez has managed to free his arm - good work.
That's four minutes gone in the round. Lopez trying to hold on to Colucci's head to control him but Colucci postures up.
Lopez is staying active underneath Colucci, who seems content to just control the action from this position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Lopez tries to roll over but Colucci keeps him under control. Lopez won't allow Colucci to pass to mount.
That's five minutes gone in the round. Colucci with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. Lopez won't allow Colucci to pass to mount. Lopez is staying active underneath Colucci, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Colucci wants to pass to mount but Lopez is defending the position. Colucci is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Lopez is just riding it out for now. Colucci eventually gives up the hold. Lopez trying to control here.
That's six minutes gone in the round. Colucci is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Colucci looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Lopez trying to control here.
That's seven minutes gone in the round. Lopez trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Colucci (8) vs (0) Lopez Colucci wants to take his opponent's back but Lopez doesn't allow it. Lopez wants to hold on but Colucci pushes him away. Colucci seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Lopez is holding on tight.
Lopez wants to control but Colucci is having none of it. Colucci jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Lopez is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Lopez and Colucci has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
That's eight minutes gone in the round. Lopez wants to control but Colucci postures up. Lopez is not content to let Colucci control the position. Colucci working away. Colucci looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Colucci is looking to take a break and control but Lopez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's nine minutes gone in the round. You can see the frustration on Lopez's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Colucci tries to move to mount but Lopez blocks the move with his legs. Colucci thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. Colucci trying to control the position but Lopez is working away. Lopez is trying to control Colucci's posture but Colucci avoids it.
That's ten minutes gone in the round. Lopez is not content to let Colucci control the position. Colucci taking a breather here. Lopez is trying to control Colucci's posture but Colucci avoids it. Colucci tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round. Lopez struggling a bit here. Lopez tries to buck Colucci off but Colucci is having none of it. Colucci wants to control but Lopez is keeping him busy. Lopez is looking for a sweep. Colucci swings around for an armbar but Lopez sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Colucci's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Colucci (8) vs (2) Lopez Colucci seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission. Colucci had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Lopez defends it easily. Colucci looking for a triangle here. Lopez is fighting it but it looks tight! Colucci pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Lopez is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Michel Colucci! A victorious Michel Colucci thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
TWGC 20 (185lbs, D3): Montreal Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Feb 12, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michel Colucci (ranked 3295 p4p, 0 weight class) and Ray Bailey (ranked 7500 p4p, 568 weight class). Colucci's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Le temps des cerises. Bailey has chosen NWA-Fuck Tha Police as his entrance music. This should be a great matchup!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Michel Colucci! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Ray Bailey! The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Ian Loll and Dillan Fox.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way. Colucci shoots in and gets a takedown into Bailey's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Colucci (2) vs (0) Bailey Bailey escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Colucci gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Bailey looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Colucci 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. Bailey keeping moving, preventing Colucci from controlling successfully. Bailey working for a triangle but Colucci defends it easily.
Colucci 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. Colucci got a little sloppy there for a moment and Bailey has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Colucci has managed to get both his arms back between Bailey's legs - danger averted. Colucci forces his way into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round. Bailey is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Colucci pulls his head out easily. Colucci is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Colucci wants to free his trapped foot but Bailey is holding on for dear life with his legs. Colucci is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Bailey is just riding it out for now. Colucci eventually gives up the hold. Colucci is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Bailey looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Colucci performing his best blanket impression for a moment. Colucci is trying to work for a kimura but Bailey is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Bailey is not content to let Colucci control the position. Colucci is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bailey doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Colucci. Colucci is trying for a kimura here. Bailey looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Colucci wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Michel Colucci! Michel Colucci thanked the fans post fight for their support. The defeated Ray Bailey had this to say: 'i'll be back bigger, better and stronger. I'll fight anybody anywhere bitches'. |
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Event:
TWGC 20 (185lbs, D3): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Feb 11, 2018 |
Coming up we have a middleweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Michel Colucci (ranked 3289 p4p, 0 weight class) and Terry Johnson (ranked 2357 p4p, 308 weight class). Colucci kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Le temps des cerises. Johnson is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Hans Zimmer - The Last Samurai Theme. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the cage.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Michel Colucci! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Terry Johnson! The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, William Peck and Gregory Folan.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious? Colucci fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Colucci clinches with his opponent.
Johnson looking for a takedown. Johnson has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Colucci regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Colucci (0) vs (2) Johnson Colucci looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Johnson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Colucci has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Johnson has managed to get both his arms back between Colucci's legs - danger averted. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Johnson defends well. Colucci escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Johnson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
That's one minute gone in the round. Colucci is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Johnson is aware though and is defending well. Johnson looking to pass the guard. Johnson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Johnson pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Colucci is keeping the position for now. Colucci looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
That's two minutes gone in the round. Colucci working for a triangle but Johnson defends it easily.
Colucci 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. Colucci is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Johnson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Colucci. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Johnson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Johnson trying to control the position from guard on top but Colucci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Colucci is looking to cinch up a triangle. Johnson throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Colucci's body to avoid the submission. Colucci has instead reached around Johnson's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Colucci arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Michel Colucci! Michel Colucci decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 11, 2017 |
#R1# Colucci fails with a takedown attempt. Anderson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Colucci avoids a lazy jab quite easily. We've been hearing reports that Colucci has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight. Anderson throws a big shot that misses. Anderson feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Coluccis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! Anderson scores with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci slips a jab from Anderson. Anderson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Colucci has his takedown stuffed and Colucci takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1# Colucci shoots and misses and Anderson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Colucci doesn't succeed with the takedown and Anderson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CUT2# It looks like Michel Colucci has been cut. Anderson misses with a straight right. #TD# Anderson gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Colucci to score an easy takedown into full guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB# Colucci drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Colucci jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Anderson looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2# Colucci postures up in Anderson's guard and throws a big left but Anderson blocks it. #SUB# Colucci drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Colucci jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Colucci slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Anderson is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#SUB# Colucci tries for a kimura but Anderson is defending well. #SUB# Colucci tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Anderson can do anything to dispel that myth.#T3##SUB# Colucci is working to tighten his grip on Anderson's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Anderson has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Colucci is really squeezing tight and eventually Anderson passes out! Colucci breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Michel Colucci! A victorious Michel Colucci thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 05, 2017 |
#R1##TD2# Garces darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB# Colucci looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB# Colucci actively working from the bottom here. Colucci moves into full guard.
Garces preventing the sweep. #SUB# Colucci throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Garces throws a big right hand that misses. Garces wants to control from the top but Colucci keeps moving. Garces must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Colucci is controlling Garces's posture.#T1##SUB# Colucci has his foot on Garces's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Garces works his way back into a safe position though. Colucci not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Garces stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Colucci swivels though and keeps the full guard. Garces being controlled here momentarily. #SUB# Colucci working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Garces doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Colucci is tightening it up a little... Garces has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Garces reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Garces taps out! Nice BJJ there by Colucci!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Michel Colucci! Our winner, Michel Colucci, 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 19, 2017 |
#R1# Colucci dives in for a single leg takedown but Shank sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Colucci is defended easily by Shank. Colucci tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Shank swivels and escapes. Colucci looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. That's going to take a lot out of him. Shank scores with a nice strike.#CUT2# It looks like Michel Colucci has been cut. Colucci checks a low kick from Shank. Shank throws a head kick that Colucci semi-blocks.
Colucci takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Shank tries a low kick but Colucci avoids it. Colucci tries to clinch there but Shank circles away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Shank! But no joy. Colucci shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Shank sprawls well. Shank wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Colucci gets slowly back to his feet.#T1# Colucci slips a straight right by Shank. Colucci shoots in but no luck this time. Shaggy Shank is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Colucci shoots in looking for a takedown but Shank manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Colucci's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Shank is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Colucci dodges the punch combination from Shank.
Colucci avoids the body shot from Shank.
Colucci doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Shank tries to bum rush Colucci with a series of wild strikes but Colucci uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Colucci tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Shank defends well and Colucci ends up having to push Shank into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Shank with a jab.#T2# Nice shot by Shank. Colucci misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Colucci takes a shot right to the bread basket. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Shank lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Colucci misses with a jab, cross combination.
Shank fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Colucci is out of range. Good standup being displayed there by Shank as he connects with a hook. Shank has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight. Colucci fails with the takedown and Shank connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T3# Colucci shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Shank pinned against the cage. Shank gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Colucci takes one to the chin there. Shank's corner calls for a 1-2. Shank obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Colucci shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Shank pinned against the cage. Shank gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Shank throws a body shot but no joy. #CL# Colucci pushes Shank up against the cage in a clinch.#T4##BC2# Shank's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Shank throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
No luck for Colucci with that takedown attempt. A little jabbing left from Shank on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Shank fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Colucci shoots in but no luck this time. Shank throws a leg kick #TD# and Colucci counters with a single leg into guard. Shank didn't expect that. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Shank is trying to keep Colucci in close.
Colucci missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Colucci in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Shaggy Shank dominated that round. The cut man is working on Michel Colucci's cut. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Shank lands a nice looking body shot.
Colucci fails with a takedown attempt. Shank lands a leg kick that knocks Colucci off balance momentarily. Colucci slips under a jab.#TD# Colucci closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Colucci lands a nice forearm strike. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Shank is not in a great position here, taking some shots. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Shank tries to get back to half guard but can't. Shank is pushing Colucci's head away, looking to escape. Colucci manages to hold on to the position though.#T1# Shank is not content to let Colucci control the position. #SUB# Colucci looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Colucci has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Shank! Colucci cracks Shank with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
#T2# Shank tries to reverse the position but Colucci maintains control.#SUB# Colucci looking for a guillotine from mount but Shank is having none of it. Colucci lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Shank hang on?#SUB# The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Colucci is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Shank can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Shank has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Colucci landing strikes, looking to finish! 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! Colucci thowing shots but they're missing. Colucci has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Shank's face.
Shank really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Colucci. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T3##SU# Colucci get's back to his feet. Shank jabbing away but nothing is landing. Shank throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Colucci. Colucci blocks a head kick by Shank.
Colucci wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch. Colucci shoots in but no luck this time. Colucci avoids the head kick by Shank.
Michel Colucci is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Colucci doesn't succeed with the takedown and Shank counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Colucci thinking. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. That's going to take a lot out of him. The fight stays on the outside here - Colucci looks like he's thinking about clinching though. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Shank! But no joy.#T4# Shank lands a right hook to the body.
Colucci avoids the body shot from Shank.
Shank thows a left - swing and a miss! Shank takes a swing at Colucci's ribcage but misses. Colucci shoots in but Shank avoids the takedown attempt easily. Colucci dives in and grabs Shank's left leg, looking for a takedown. Shank pushes down on Colucci's head and hops out. Colucci is trying hard to land a takedown here. Shank sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Colucci shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Shank defends it nicely. 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 Michel Colucci will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Michel Colucci's cut. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round! #R3# Colucci is trying hard to land a takedown here. Shank sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Shank scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. Shank connects with a solid leg kick. Shank throws a solid leg kick but Colucci takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Shank. Shank throws a right and a left that both miss. Shank throws a right hand that Colucci ducks under and follows up with a left that Colucci also avoids with ease. Colucci fails with the takedown. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci fails in his attempt to clinch. Shank scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Shank lands with a nice body punch. Colucci takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Colucci could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#T1# Colucci shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Shank but Shank pushes him off and we're back to square one. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. That's going to take a lot out of him. Colucci has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Shank finds it's way round the side to connect with Colucci's head. Shank throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Colucci stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Shank jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Shank misses with an uppercut. Colucci saw that one coming. Colucci fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Colucci misses with a takedown attempt and Shank connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2# Shank throws a body punch but Colucci moves out of range. Shank misses with a low kick.
A head kick by Shank misses #TD# and Colucci counters with a single leg into guard. Shank didn't expect that. Shank can't keep his opponent in guard - Colucci advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB# Colucci is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Shank defends it well. Shank is looking to escape. Shank is trying to get back to full guard. Colucci passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Shank! #T3# Shank wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Colucci.
Shank is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position. Michel Colucci overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB# Colucci is working to isolate an arm here. It's a telegraphed submission attempt but he's gone for it anyway - and he's got it! Colucci extends the arm and Shank is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Michel Colucci! A very excited looking Michel Colucci 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 13, 2017 |
#R1# Colucci fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Guy keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Guy delivers a nice body kick. Guy throws a head kick but Colucci moves out of range.
Colucci slips under a jab. Guy throws a hook but Colucci avoids it easily.#TD# Colucci shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Colucci showed some decent athleticism there. Guy tries to kick Colucci off in order to stand up. Colucci Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci works to advance to full mount. Guy defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Guy really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Colucci. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Guy is trying to escape the mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SU# Colucci get's back to his feet. Colucci walks into a stiff left hand from Guy. No luck for Colucci with that takedown attempt. #TD# Colucci gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB# Colucci is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Guy is just riding it out for now. Colucci eventually gives up the hold. Colucci lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T2# Colucci keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. Colucci passes to side control. #SUB# Colucci has hold of Guy's arm. He's looking for a kimura. Guy seems comfortable defending it but Colucci has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! Guy is real pain and he's forced to tap out! Guy is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Colucci couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Michel Colucci! An out of breath Michel Colucci thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Sep 22, 2017 |
#R1# Burrows misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Colucci.
Colucci misses with a takedown enabling Burrows to counter with a crisp jab. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Colucci is defended easily by Burrows. Burrows lands a jab to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Colucci shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Burrows sprawls well. Burrows wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Colucci gets slowly back to his feet. Burrows is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Colucci with a body shot. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michel Colucci. That's going to take a lot out of him. Colucci fails with the takedown. Burrows looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1# Colucci shoots in looking for a takedown. Burrows tries to sprawl out of it but Colucci keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Burrows manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Burrows will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#CL2# Burrows closes the distance and pushes Colucci back into the cage. Colucci is trying to drag Burrows to the mat but Burrows just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Colucci is trying to drag Burrows to the mat but Burrows just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Burrows looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Colucci blocks an elbow strike from Burrows.
#T2# Burrows lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Colucci goes for a takedown in the clinch but Burrows prevents it.
Colucci wants a takedown.
Burrows creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. Burrows lands an elbow just above Colucci 's eye. #CUT2# It looks like Michel Colucci has been cut. Burrows lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Colucci or not. Burrows throws an elbow but it misses.
Colucci has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Burrows is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet. Colucci jumps guard but Burrows stands there with Colucci around his waist. Colucci gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Colucci is trying to drag Burrows to the mat but Burrows just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. Burrows lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #T3# Colucci changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Burrows fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL2# Burrows closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. A short uppercut from Burrows. Colucci avoids the elbow strike from Burrows, against the cage.
Burrows pushes off an throws an elbow but Colucci leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage. A nice glancing elbow lands by Burrows. A shot in the inside from Burrows. Colucci is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Burrows gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt. Burrows throws an elbow that misses.
Burrows lands a hook to the side of the head. Burrows comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. Colucci tries to pull guard but Burrows holds him up against the cage and eventually Colucci drops back down to his feet.
Colucci drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#T4# Burrows lands an elbow that stopped Colucci in his tracks for a moment. Colucci is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Burrows pulls him back up using the underhooks. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Burrows lands a hook to the side of the head. Burrows working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Colucci tries to throw a body punch but Burrows avoids it by throwing Colucci back against the cage. Colucci takes a shot to the head. Colucci takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT2# Michel Colucci's cut is getting worse. Burrows lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. A short body shot lands from Burrows as the two fighters clinch.
Colucci is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Burrows pulls him back up using the underhooks. Burrows lands a damaging elbow. Burrows lands a glancing elbow in the clinch. #CUT2# Michel Colucci's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it. Burrows throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Burrows lands a hook to the side of the head. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alex Burrows dominated that round. The cut man is working on Michel Colucci's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2# Colucci gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Burrows counters with a straight right hand.#CL2# Burrows rushes Colucci and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch. Burrows lands an uppercut. Colucci avoids the elbow strike from Burrows, against the cage.
A nice glancing elbow lands by Burrows. Burrows scores with an uppercut up the middle. Burrows makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#TD# Colucci has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Burrows uses from the top position. Burrows pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Colucci is keeping the position for now. Colucci pulls Burrows in close to prevent any damage. Colucci keeping full guard, as Burrows tries to pass. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB# Burrows is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Colucci has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Burrows is looking to defend but Colucci has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Burrows! Colucci pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Burrows taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Michel Colucci! Michel Colucci 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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