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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Nov 14, 2018 |
#R1# No joy there for Shushkev, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Fest jabbing away but nothing is landing. Fest scores with a jab to the body. Shushkev throws an ugly left hook that misses
#CL2# and Fest holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch. A short right from Fest. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Fest creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Fest lands a nice knee to the body. Shushkev goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fest tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Shushkev's elbow. Fest lands a body punch in the clinch. Shushkev tries to throw a body punch but Fest avoids it by throwing Shushkev back against the cage. Shushkev misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fest lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Shushkev backwards. Fest doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fest blocking some punches.
Shushkev lands a body punch. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Fest lands a left hand that snaps the head of Shushkev backwards. #T1# A head punch blocked on the inside by Shushkev. Fest lands a left hand.
A short body shot lands from Fest as the two fighters clinch.
Fest lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage. Fest is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
A short uppercut from Fest. Fest swings wildly with an uppercut but Shushkev uses good head movement to avoid it. Fest doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Shushkev working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Shushkev misses with some punches.
Fest lands a shoulder strike. Fest blocking some punches.
Shushkev blocks the elbow strike.
Shushkev blocks an uppercut.
#T2# Shushkev will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Fest up against the cage. Fest tries a body shot but Shushkev blocks it.
Shushkev struggles to land a body shot inside as Fest controls his hands.
Shushkev blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Shushkev blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Fest tries a body shot but Shushkev blocks it.
Fest works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
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! Shushkev dodges an elbow strike from Fest.
Fest throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Shushkevs head. Fest works on Shushkev's body with a couple of short punches. Shushkev tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Fest's elbow. Fest using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Shushkev has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Fest. Fest throws a punch but it's blocked by Shushkev. Shushkev misses with a punch on the inside.
Fest lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Shushkev.#T3# The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. Shushkev trying to stall but Fest improves his position.
Shushkev managing to block the knees to the body from Fest.
Shushkev doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fest swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fest lands a damaging elbow. Fest lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Shushkev backwards. Fest lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Fest lands a shoulder strike. #ROC2# Shushkev is rocked! Fest lands a good knee to the midsection. Shushkev won't want to take too many of those. Shushkev is breathing heavily. Come on Fest - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Fest tries to throw a body punch but Shushkev avoids it by throwing Fest back against the cage. The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. Come on Fest - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
A battle for position here, against the cage. Shushkev blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T4# Fest missing with knees to the body.
A short right from Fest. Good body shot from Fest.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Shushkev fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Shushkev tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. Fest tries to work over Shushkev's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Fest being controlled against the cage. Fest working aggressively here.
Fest scores with a shoulder strike. Fest blocking some punches.
Shushkev tries to throw a body punch but Fest avoids it by throwing Shushkev back against the cage. With the fighters clinched against the cage, Fest creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. Shushkev swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Fest. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Fun Fest dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2# Shushkev tries to clinch up but Fest circles away and keeps his distance. Fest scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Shushkev misses with a series of wild punches.
Fest thuds a left hand into Shushkev's body. Shushkev on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Shushkev darts in trying to clinch and Fest counters with a lovely straight right hand! We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Fest ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Fest scores with a sloppy right hand. Shushkev should have avoided that one. #T1# Shushkev misses with a hook to the body
enabling Fest to counter with a crisp jab. Shushkev swings widly with a right hand
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. and Fest counters with a straight right hand. Shushkev misses with a body shot
and Shushkev takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Shushkev tries to clinch but Fest moves out of range. #CL2# Fest closes the distance and clinches. Shushkev doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Shushkev misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fest is leaning against Shushkev and scores with a nice uppercut to the body. Shushkev misses with a body punch.
A hook to the body from Fest.
Fest swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Fest lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. Fest has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Fest scores with a hook to the body. Fest scores with a shot to the side of Shushkev's head. #T2# Shushkev misses with some punches.
Shushkev avoids the elbow strike from Fest, against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! A head punch blocked on the inside by Fest. Fest gets through Shushkev's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. With the fighters up against the cage, Fest throws an elbow but misses. Shushkev swings wildly with an uppercut but Fest uses good head movement to avoid it. Nice elbow from Fest. Oh Shushkev is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!! Fest pushes Shushkev against the cage. Fest is working some dirty boxing. Fest pushes off with a quick right hook! Shushkev goes down! Shushkev tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Fest moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Fun Fest! Fun Fest made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'Tell your brother I said hello.'.
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Event:
NJMMA Friday Night Fights 1
Date: May 11, 2018 |
#R1# A right-left combo lands from Shushkev. Conte throws a series of strikes that have Shushkev backpedaling.
Shushkev misses with an uppercut. Conte pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Shushkev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Conte swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made. Shushkev misses with a left hand and Conte counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Shushkev misses with the body kick and Conte counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#CL# Shushkev gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here. 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! An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Conte. Conte blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Conte misses with a short punch on the inside. A short body shot lands from Conte as the two fighters clinch.
#BC2# Conte breaks the clinch.
Shushkev tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Conte manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Shushkev slips a straight right by Conte. Shushkev takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.#T1# Shushkev throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Conte counters with a left and a right that stings Shushkev. Conte blocks a low kick nicely. Nice straight punches there by Conte. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Conte. Conte throws an overhand right that has Shushkev reeling! Conte follows up with more punches and Shushkev is out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Adriano Conte! A victorious Adriano Conte 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:
NJMMA #52
Date: Apr 21, 2018 |
#R1# Demento ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Shushkev moves away.#TD# Demento closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Shushkev wants to control but Demento is keeping busy and won't allow it. Demento is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Shushkev 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. Demento trying to control from half guard but Shushkev is working away. Demento is really struggling to control Shushkev but he's trying to hold on to the position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Shushkev is looking for a sweep. Demento is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Shushkev slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work. Demento 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. Demento trying to control the position from guard on top but Shushkev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Shushkev is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T1# Demento showing good wrestling skills to control the position. Demento throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Shushkev has Demento pulled in close to control his posture. Demento has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Demento 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. Demento is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Shushkev has control of Demento's left arm, preventing Demento from doing any damage. #T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Demento controlling from the top position. Demento throwing strikes but missing. Shushkev working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Demento. Demento looking to pass the guard. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Baron Shushkev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2# Shushkev shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Shushkev seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Demento does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3# Shushkev not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Demento moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Shushkev trying to control the position from guard on top but Demento is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Demento is adopting a defensive guard. Shushkev wants to control from the top but Demento keeps moving. Shushkev stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Demento swivels though and keeps the full guard. Demento preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T4# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Shushkev won't allow Demento to sweep him here. Shushkev throwing strikes but missing. Demento has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Shushkev has passed into side control.
Demento taking a bit of punishment here - Shushkev scoring with strikes. In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Shushkev working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though. Shushkev working the ground and pound. Demento dodges the ground and pound from Shushkev. Shushkev landing strikes. An elbow from Shushkev crashes against the mat.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Shushkev landing strikes. Shushkev wants to control but Demento is keeping him busy. Demento is not in a great position here, taking some shots. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Baron Shushkev will probably get the nod. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Demento circles away from the clinch attempt.
A looping hook to the body misses from Demento. Shushkev does a little dance to reset his feet. Shushkev throws a low kick but it's checked well by Demento. Demento throws a sloppy head kick and Shushkev moves out of range easily. Shushkev throws a jab when Demento was well out of range. Shushkev fails with an attempt to clinch.
Demento tries a head kick but it misses.
#CL# Demento closes the distance and clinches. A short right hand to the side of the head by Shushkev. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Shushkev swings wildly with an uppercut but Demento uses good head movement to avoid it. Demento is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Shushkev is defending well.#T1# Shushkev misses with the head strike.
Shushkev misses with a hook to the ribs.
Shushkev misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Demento blocking some punches.
Demento blocks a body shot from Shushkev. #TD2# Shushkev has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Demento is trying to keep an underhook but Shushkev manages to get the takedown into half guard. Shushkev sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Demento defending well though. Shushkev has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Shushkev is looking to pass Demento's guard but actually Demento recovers to full guard. Shushkev has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Shushkev slips nicely into half guard.#T2# Shushkev tries to pass to full mount but Demento defends it. Shushkev 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. Shushkev working the head and body with strikes. #SUB2# Shushkev is looking for a kimura but Demento is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Shushkev to get the leverage. Demento tries to roll over but Shushkev keeps him under control. Shushkev working the head and body with strikes. Demento tries to roll over but Shushkev keeps him under control. Shushkev throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T3# Shushkev throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Demento is trying to maintain the position but Shushkev is very close to passing his half guard. Demento blocking the ground and pound attempt from Shushkev. Shushkev working over Demento with some ground and pound. Demento looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB2# Shushkev is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Demento doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Shushkev. Demento avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Shushkev. Demento gets back to full guard.
Shushkev postures up in Demento's guard and throws a big left but Demento blocks it. #T4# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. Shushkev postures up in Demento's guard and throws a big left but Demento blocks it. Shushkev makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Demento is trying to keep Shushkev in close.
#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Shushkev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Demento throws a big counter combination but Shushkev scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Demento closes this distance looking for a takedown but Shushkev circles away.#TD# Demento drives through with a takedown into guard. Shushkev wants to sweep here but Demento controlling him for the moment. Demento trying to control the position from guard on top but Shushkev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Demento throwing strikes from guard but Shushkev blocks nicely. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Baron Shushkev 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! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round! #R3# Demento has his takedown stuffed and Shushkev counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. Shushkev lands with a good body shot. Demento tries a head kick but it misses.
Shushkev tries to close the distance and clinch up but Demento swats him away and circles back towards the center. Demento attempts a counter takedown but Shushkev avoids it well and moves away. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Demento. Demento uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Shushkev.
#TD# Demento bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Shushkev trying his best to control but Demento has mounted him. Shushkev gets back to half guard. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Demento wants to pass the guard but Shushkev is defending well. Demento trying to control from half guard but Shushkev is working away. #T1# Demento passes the guard and advances to mount! Demento 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.
Shushkev tries to hold on but Demento pushes him away. Shushkev manages to regain half guard. Good work. Shushkev controlling the position well. Demento wants to pass to mount but Shushkev is defending the position. #T2# Shushkev gets full guard. Demento lands a couple of decent looking shots. Demento is looking to work some ground and pound but Shushkev has wrist control. Demento with a flurry of punches that miss. Demento in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Demento trying to control but Shushkev is working from the bottom. Demento working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Shushkev is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T3# There's a bit of a scramble here and now Shushkev is on top in guard.
#REVB# Demento controlling Shushkev's posture. Shushkev keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Demento's head. Shushkev throwing strikes but missing. Demento manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Shushkev manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR# Shushkev is controlling Demento's posture. Baron Shushkev is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4# Demento in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Demento wants to control from the top but Shushkev keeps moving. Shushkev looking for a sweep. Not yet Shushkev, not yet. Demento postures up.
Demento stopping the sweep attempt from Shushkev. Shushkev pulls Demento in to control the position. We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Demento wants to pass the guard but Shushkev is keeping the position.#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD# Demento fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Shushkev to the ground. Demento is now in Shushkev's guard.
And that's the end of the fight! Damien Demento showed his dominance in that final round. I think Shushkev 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 Steve Montenegro scores the fight 28:29 Judge John Roberts scores the fight 28:29 Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Baron Shushkev! After the big win, Baron Shushkev made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Aspire Nutrition and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
NJMMA #48: 135 Semi Finals
Date: Mar 21, 2018 |
#R1# MacGowan lands a slapping body shot.
Shushkev lands a slapping body shot.
MacGowan shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Shushkev eats them both and turns towards MacGowan to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo. MacGowan throws a body punch but Shushkev moves out of range. #CL# MacGowan moves into the clinch successfully.
MacGowan doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Shushkev. MacGowan tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. Shushkev's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button! MacGowan controlling the action here for a moment.
MacGowan blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by MacGowan. MacGowan scores with a shoulder strike. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! A short right from MacGowan on the inside. Come on Shushkev - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Shushkev is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. #T1# The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. MacGowan lands a hook that snaps the head of Shushkev backwards. Shushkev tries a body shot but MacGowan blocks it.
Shushkev blocks a punch to the side of the head.
MacGowan blocks an uppercut.
MacGowan is working Shushkev over against the cage. A short right hand to the side of the head by MacGowan. MacGowan swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A body shot lands from MacGowan.
MacGowan lands with a short punch from the clinch.
MacGowan has a couple of punches blocked by Shushkev.
MacGowan taking a breather. MacGowan lands a shoulder strike. Shushkev misses with some punches.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. Shushkev can't find room to land a body shot as MacGowan controls the action.
#T2# MacGowan lands a body punch. Shushkev doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
MacGowan tries a body shot but Shushkev blocks it.
A short right from MacGowan. This has been an exciting period of action! MacGowan prevents a body shot from Shushkev. MacGowan lands an uppercut. MacGowan works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
MacGowan lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. Shushkev misses with a shot to the kidneys.
MacGowan lands a body punch in the clinch. Shushkev looks winded! Shushkev misses with the head strike.
MacGowan lands a right hand. Good anti-grappling being displayed by MacGowan as Shushkev tries to tie him up. MacGowan misses with a short punch on the inside. Shushkev doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
MacGowan misses with a body punch.
#T3# Shushkev tries to throw a body punch but MacGowan avoids it by throwing Shushkev back against the cage. Still in the clinch, MacGowan scores with a nice short uppercut. A nice left hand lands by MacGowan.
Shushkev prevents a body shot from MacGowan. A right hand to the body from MacGowan.
MacGowan gets through Shushkev's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#ROC# Shushkev is rocked! MacGowan lands a nice uppercut. Shushkev is still on wobbly legs! Can MacGowan finish him? MacGowan lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Shushkev to his knees! MacGowan keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shane MacGowan! Shane MacGowan 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:
NJMMA #41: Bullet v Shushkev
Date: Feb 21, 2018 |
#R1##TD# Bulletzowich gets a takedown into half guard. We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake. Bulletzowich thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Shushkev's head. Bulletzowich tries to pass to full mount but Shushkev defends it. Shushkev is trying to get back to full guard. Bulletzowich throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Shushkev regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Bulletzowich. Shushkev 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. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Bulletzowich wants to control from the top but Shushkev keeps moving. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1# Bulletzowich stopping the sweep attempt from Shushkev. Bulletzowich with a flurry of punches that miss. Bulletzowich lands a couple of decent looking shots. Bulletzowich trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Shushkev working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Bulletzowich. Bulletzowich in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Shushkev looking for a sweep. Not yet Shushkev, not yet. Bulletzowich is looking to advance position but Shushkev has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB# Bulletzowich is looking to get to half guard. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Shushkev with shots to the head and body - Bulletzowich looks very uncomfortable down there. Bulletzowich is trying to escape the mount.
#T2# Shushkev thowing shots but they're missing. Bulletzowich is looking to improve his position but Shushkev isn't that keen on the idea. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2# Shushkev looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet. The referee warns Bulletzowich that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Bulletzowich tries to reverse the position but Shushkev maintains control.#T3##SUB2# Shushkev looking for a guillotine from mount but Bulletzowich is having none of it. Bulletzowich manages to regain half guard. Good work. Shushkev is nestled in close to Bulletzowich, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB2# Shushkev is looking for a kimura here.
Bulletzowich is looking to improve his position.
Bulletzowich moves into full guard.
Bulletzowich tries to land a sweep but no joy. Shushkev missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Shushkev looking to pass the guard. #T4##SUB2# Shushkev drops back looking for a leg! Bulletzowich is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Bulletzowich manages to kick Shushkev off! Shushkev jumps back into Bulletzowich's guard. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Bulletzowich is on top in guard.
#REVR# Our spies down at at Russian Bears Training Center inform us that Shushkev has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off? Bulletzowich in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Bulletzowich wants to control from the top but Shushkev keeps moving. Shushkev looking to control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Bulletzowich in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Bulletzowich throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Shushkev works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Bulletzowich trying to control the position from guard on top but Shushkev 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 Boris Bulletzowich will probably get the nod. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Bulletzowich shoots in looking for a takedown but Shushkev manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Bulletzowich's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Bulletzowich fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Shushkev manages to avoid it. Shushkev displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bulletzowich throws out the jab. Bulletzowich slips under a jab. Bulletzowich was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#TD# Bulletzowich manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Shushkev on his heels. He'll look to pass Shushkev's guard now, I'm sure. Boris Bulletzowich overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Bulletzowich trying to control the position from guard on top but Shushkev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Bulletzowich works a leg free and moves into half guard. Bulletzowich throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Bulletzowich trying to mount his opponent but Shushkev defends it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Shushkev wants to control but Bulletzowich is keeping busy.
Bulletzowich missing with the ground and pound from half guard. Bulletzowich working over Shushkev with some ground and pound. Shushkev looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T1# Bulletzowich missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Bulletzowich takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Shushkev blocking the ground and pound attempt from Bulletzowich. Bulletzowich slows the pace down in half guard. Shushkev wants to get back to full guard. Bulletzowich thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Shushkev's head. Shushkev keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. Shushkev is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Bulletzowich scores with a couple of nice shots. Shushkev works his way to full guard. Good work. Bulletzowich postures up in Shushkev's guard and throws a big left but Shushkev blocks it. Bulletzowich throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2# Bulletzowich stands and throws Shushkev's legs to the side, diving into side control. Check out the look on Bulletzowich's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
An elbow from Bulletzowich crashes against the mat.
Bulletzowich is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Shushkev can do to turn this around? Shushkev is not content to let Bulletzowich control the position. Shushkev is trying to escape the position but Bulletzowich is controlling the position. Bulletzowich tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. Bulletzowich working the ground and pound but Shushkev is defending the strikes. Bulletzowich looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Shushkev is avoiding damage well.
Shushkev isn't going anywhere. Bulletzowich looks up at the clock and then as Shushkev takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Bulletzowich smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
#T3# Bulletzowich working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Shushkev dodges the ground and pound from Bulletzowich. The ground and pound from Bulletzowich seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. An elbow from Bulletzowich crashes against the mat.
Bulletzowich misses with the ground and pound. Bulletzowich fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Bulletzowich lands a few punches from side control. Shushkev takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head. Shushkev is trying to get back to half guard. Bulletzowich in side control, throwing shots but Shushkev defends. Shushkev parries the strikes from Bulletzowich easily there. Bulletzowich is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Shushkev to escape.
#T4# Shushkev on the wrong end of some ground and pound. Shushkev is not content to let Bulletzowich control the position. Bulletzowich cracks Shushkev with a big right hand but Shushkev just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Bulletzowich is putting a hurting on Shushkev here, landing some big shots from side control. Sloppy strikes there by Bulletzowich. Bulletzowich cracks Shushkev with a big right hand but Shushkev just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
#ROC# Shushkev is rocked! The crowd are loving this. Great action here. A big shot lands for Bulletzowich! That's hurt Shushkev! Will he recover? Bulletzowich fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Boris Bulletzowich! Boris Bulletzowich bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
NJMMA #32: Klos v Graves
Date: Jan 24, 2018 |
#R1# Shushkev drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#TD# Shushkev gets a double leg takedown into Lancaster's guard. Shushkev is stalling in the full guard. Shushkev scoring with some ground and pound. Shushkev trying to control but Lancaster is working from the bottom. Shushkev pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lancaster is keeping the position for now. Shushkev stands and throws Lancaster's legs to the side, diving into side control. Lancaster tries to improve position but can't. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Shushkev is putting a hurting on Lancaster here, landing some big shots from side control. Lancaster regains half guard.#SUB2# Lancaster looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB# Shushkev is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB# Shushkev seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2# Lancaster is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Shushkev pulls his head out easily. Shushkev throwing shots but Lancaster is blocking nicely. #SUB# Shushkev is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lancaster doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Shushkev. Shushkev 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. Lancaster wants to improve his position but Shushkev is controlling well.
Shushkev drops an elbow to the side of Lancaster's head. #T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB# Shushkev is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Lancaster looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Shushkev working Lancaster over with strikes. Lancaster is trying to control but can't.
Shushkev throwing shots but Lancaster is blocking nicely. #SUB# Shushkev is working for a submission of some sort.
Shushkev prevents Lancaster from improving his position.#SUB# Shushkev seems to be working for a kimura but Lancaster defends the submission attempt. Lancaster wants to get back to full guard. Lancaster works his way to full guard. Good work.#T3# Shushkev landing some decent shots from guard. Lancaster keeping moving, preventing Shushkev from controlling successfully. #SUB2# Shushkev got a little sloppy there for a moment and Lancaster has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Shushkev has managed to get both his arms back between Lancaster's legs - danger averted. Shushkev throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB2# Lancaster looking for a guillotine here but Shushkev defends easily.
Shushkev looking to pass the guard. #SUB2# Lancaster escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Shushkev gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Shushkev stands up over Lancaster, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T4# Shushkev content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #SUB2# Lancaster has his foot on Shushkev's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Shushkev works his way back into a safe position though. Shushkev scoring with some ground and pound. Lancaster keeping full guard, as Shushkev tries to pass. #SUB2# Lancaster throws his legs up looking for a submission but Shushkev uses it to pass to side control.
Shushkev works to advance to full mount. Lancaster defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Shushkev lands a heavy elbow. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Shushkev 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. Shushkev lands with some strikes. Lancaster slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB# Shushkev seems to be looking for submissions.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Baron Shushkev dominated that round. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. #R2##CL# Shushkev has managed to clinch.
Shushkev misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Shushkev. Lancaster wants to get back to striking at distance but Shushkev won't allow it.
A head punch on the inside from Lancaster fails to land. Shushkev stalling.
Lancaster has had enough of the clinch but Shushkev keeps him there for the moment. Lancaster looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Shushkev takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. Shushkev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Lancaster can do to turn this around? Shushkev lands a left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lancaster is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage. Shushkev stalling.
Lancaster working hard to break the clinch. Shushkev slowing the pace effectively.#T1# Lancaster stalling in the clinch but Shushkev improves position. Lancaster tries to circle away but Shushkev has him pinned against the cage. Shushkev will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Lancaster up against the cage. Shushkev lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Lancaster fails to land. Shushkev has Lancaster pressed against the cage, preventing Lancaster from circling away and getting back to striking at range. Shushkev tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lancaster's elbow. Shushkev scores with a shot to the side of Lancaster's head. Shushkev tries to work over Lancaster's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. Lancaster jumps guard but Shushkev turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing. Lancaster has had enough of the clinch but Shushkev keeps him there for the moment. Shushkev working aggressively here.
Shushkev tries a body shot but Lancaster blocks it.
Shushkev misses with a body punch.
Lancaster has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#T2# Shushkev blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lancaster misses with a short punch on the inside. Lancaster prevents a body shot from Shushkev. Shushkev is struggling to control the position. Shushkev stalls. Shushkev manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Shushkev swings wildly with an uppercut but Lancaster uses good head movement to avoid it. Shushkev misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lancaster fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Shushkev lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. Shushkev misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice right hand lands inside from Shushkev. #T3# A body shot lands from Shushkev.
Lancaster looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now. Shushkev softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage. Lancaster lands with a left to the head. Lancaster has had enough of the clinch but Shushkev keeps him there for the moment. Shushkev doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Shushkev lands a nice uppercut. Shushkev lands a right hand. Shushkev working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Shushkev lands a hook that snaps the head of Lancaster backwards. The referee calls for Shushkev to work.
Shushkev is struggling to control the position. Lancaster jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Shushkev walks away with a smile on his face. Lancaster gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Lancaster connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Shushkev's hands.#T4# Lancaster looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. As Lancaster tries to get set, Shushkev tries to push him back and clinch up but Lancaster manages to avoid the attempt.#TD# Shushkev dives in and scores a takedown into Lancaster's guard. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Shushkev wants to stand but Lancaster is controlling his posture from full guard. Lancaster looking to hit a scissor sweep but Shushkev is one step ahead there. Lancaster trying to control the position.
Shushkev working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Lancaster's head. Lancaster avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Shushkev stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lancaster swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2# Lancaster looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Baron Shushkev dominated that second round. That's time! Shushkev's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round! #R3# Shushkev swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Lancaster scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#CL# Shushkev clinches up with Lancaster and pushes him back against the cage. Shushkev lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lancaster backwards. Shushkev digs a right hand into Lancaster's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Lancaster's gas tank. Shushkev makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut. Lancaster prevents a body shot from Shushkev. Shushkev is working Lancaster over against the cage. Nice body punch from Shushkev - that landed with a thud.
Shushkev working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely. Shushkev lands a left hand.
Lancaster is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage. Shushkev blocking some punches.
Shushkev lands a left hand.
Shushkev struggles to land a body shot inside as Lancaster controls his hands.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Shushkev creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T1# Shushkev'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. The pace really dropping off here, momentarily. Lancaster misses with the head strike.
Shushkev prevents Lancaster from breaking the clinch. Lancaster jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Shushkev walks away with a smile on his face. Lancaster gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL# Shushkev moves into range and clinches up with Lancaster. Shushkev keeps control of Lancaster as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Lancaster blocks a body shot from Shushkev. Lancaster fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Shushkev misses with the head strike.
Shushkev struggles to land a body shot inside as Lancaster controls his hands.
Lancaster trying to stall but Shushkev improves his position.
Shushkev working some nice short punches in the clinch.#T2# Lancaster has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate. Shushkev struggles to land a body shot inside as Lancaster controls his hands.
Shushkev stalling the fight.
Shushkev pushes Lancaster back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head. Lancaster is trying to break free. Shushkev can't find room to land a body shot as Lancaster controls the action.
A hook to the body from Shushkev.
Shushkev lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. Shushkev prevents Lancaster from breaking the clinch. Shushkev lands a shoulder strike. Lancaster can't break the clinch.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch. Baron Shushkev has scored more points in the clinch so far. Lancaster tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. A right hand to the body from Shushkev.
Lancaster tries to pull guard but Shushkev won't allow it.
Baron Shushkev has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nick Lancaster. Lancaster tries to pull guard but Shushkev won't allow it.
#T3# Lancaster is trying to pull guard but Shushkev has him pressed against the cage. Shushkev manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Shushkev'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. A right hand to the body from Shushkev.
Nick Lancaster has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Shushkev scores with an uppercut up the middle. Shushkev keeps control of Lancaster as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. Shushkev doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lancaster tries to break free but Shushkev pushes him back against the cage. Shushkev tries a body shot but Lancaster blocks it.
Lancaster fails to pull the fight into his guard.
A left hand lands to the body for Shushkev.
Shushkev lands with a left to the head. Shushkev lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Baron Shushkev is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4# A frustrated look appears on Lancaster's face as he tries to break the clinch. Lancaster misses with a punch on the inside.
Shushkev struggles to land a body shot inside as Lancaster controls his hands.
Lancaster lands a hook that snaps the head of Shushkev backwards. Lancaster is trying to push Shushkev away but Shushkev has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere. Shushkev has Lancaster pushed against the cage. A short left from Shushkev. Lancaster swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lancaster is trying to break the clinch but Shushkev is controlling him. Come on Shushkev - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Shushkev digs a right hand into Lancaster's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Lancaster's gas tank. Shushkev has Lancaster pushed against the cage.
And that's the end of the fight! Baron Shushkev showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Shushkev, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 30:27 Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 30:27 Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Baron Shushkev! Baron Shushkev really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Vikai Gear logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty. The defeated Nick Lancaster had this to say: 'Shit happens man...I'll be back.'.
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Event:
NJMMA #26: Title Night
Date: Jan 03, 2018 |
#R1# Shushkev throws a sloppy body shot
#TD2# and De Chandler counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Shushkev gets back to full guard.
Shushkev keeping moving, preventing De Chandler from controlling successfully. Shushkev 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# The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2# De Chandler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. De Chandler wants to get back to full guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# De Chandler actively working from the bottom here.#SUB# Shushkev 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.
Shushkev working the head and body with strikes. #T1# The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Shushkev lands a nice short elbow. Nice strikes from Shushkev there. Shushkev lands strikes from half guard. De Chandler is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2# De Chandler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Shushkev lands a nice short elbow.#SUB2# De Chandler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Shushkev pulls his head out easily. #SUB2# De Chandler looking for submissions from an awkward position here. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. De Chandler is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Shushkev scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB2# De Chandler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T2# Shushkev working the head and body with strikes. De Chandler wants to get back to full guard.#SUB# Shushkev 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.
#SUB# Shushkev is sneakily working for an arm triangle but De Chandler sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2# De Chandler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. De Chandler is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Shushkev scores with a couple of nice shots. De Chandler is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Shushkev scores with a couple of nice shots.#SUB# De Chandler is defending against the submission attempts here by Shushkev.
#T3##SUB# Shushkev is looking for a kimura here.
Shushkev tries to pass to full mount but De Chandler defends it. De Chandler wants to control but Shushkev is keeping busy.
#SUB2# De Chandler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Shushkev pulls his head out easily. #SUB# Shushkev seems to be looking for submissions.
De Chandler is looking for a sweep. Shushkev is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Shushkev wants to free his trapped foot but De Chandler is holding on for dear life with his legs. De Chandler looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T4# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2# De Chandler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Shushkev pulls his head out easily. Shushkev looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB2# De Chandler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB# Shushkev is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so De Chandler is just riding it out for now. Shushkev eventually gives up the hold. Shushkev is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Shushkev winds up and cracks De Chandler with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB# Shushkev is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB# Shushkev is trying to work for a kimura but De Chandler is defending well.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Baron Shushkev dominated that round. That's time! Shushkev's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. #R2# Shushkev tries to close the distance and clinch up but De Chandler swats him away and circles back towards the center. Shushkev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Shushkev tries to clinch #TD2# so De Chandler counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Shushkev 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##SUB2# De Chandler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2# De Chandler looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2# De Chandler looking for a kimura from the bottom but Shushkev passes into side control! We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Shushkev looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. De Chandler tries to improve position but can't. #T1##SUB# Shushkev working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. De Chandler is trying to control Shushkev's posture but Shushkev avoids it. De Chandler is trying to get back to half guard. Shushkev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that De Chandler can do to turn this around? De Chandler is persisting with the attempt to improve his position. Shushkev working the ground and pound from side control.#SUB# Shushkev thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. De Chandler is looking for a sweep.#T2##SUB# Shushkev tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Shushkev has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! Shushkev scores with a couple of short elbows. Baron Shushkev overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB# Shushkev is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, De Chandler has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB# Shushkev is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but De Chandler is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Shushkev lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. Check out the look on Shushkev's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Shushkev landing a few strikes. #ROC# De Chandler is rocked! De Chandler can't do much from the bottom here. De Chandler is still in real trouble! Can Shushkev finish him? De Chandler manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! De Chandler seems to have recovered his senses.#T3# De Chandler prevents Shushkev from improving his position.#SUB2# De Chandler seems to be working for a kimura but Shushkev defends the submission attempt. Shushkev is doing well to control the position and prevent De Chandler from advancing to side control. Shushkev is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2# De Chandler is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed Shushkev to slip a leg under and get back to full guard. Shushkev keeping moving, preventing De Chandler from controlling successfully. #T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2# De Chandler drops back, looking for a kneebar! Shushkev looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Shushkev looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Shushkev! #REVR##SUB# Shushkev is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, De Chandler has escaped the position, nice work there. De Chandler is looking for a sweep.#SUB# Shushkev working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. De Chandler is looking to regain half guard here but Shushkev keeps moving and retains side control. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Baron Shushkev dominated that second round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round! #R3# De Chandler shoots for a double leg takedown but Shushkev sprawls well. He's pushed De Chandler's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Shushkev swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect. Shushkev works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Shushkev throws a body kick, spinning off balance#TD2# and De Chandler counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by De Chandler. De Chandler trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. De Chandler is fighting to break Shushkev's control of his arms but Shushkev is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment. De Chandler working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2# De Chandler drops back, looking for a kneebar! Shushkev looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Shushkev looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Shushkev! #REVR# We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. De Chandler manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB2# De Chandler looking for submissions off his back.#SUB# Shushkev is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and De Chandler defends it well. #T1##SUB2# De Chandler looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2# De Chandler has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Shushkev escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Shushkev! De Chandler takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Shushkev working the body and head with strikes. De Chandler on the wrong end of some ground and pound. De Chandler gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. De Chandler is trying to maintain the position but Shushkev is very close to passing his half guard. De Chandler is trying to control but Shushkev passes into side control!
De Chandler is looking for a sweep.#T2##SUB# Shushkev is trying to get an arm triangle but De Chandler is defending well. #SUB# Shushkev thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. De Chandler is looking for a sweep. De Chandler takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Shushkev tries to advance to mount but can't. De Chandler is looking to reverse the position. De Chandler struggling a bit here. De Chandler is working to avoid the ground and pound but Shushkev connects with a decent elbow. #T3# Shushkev lands a decent elbow from side control. You can see the frustration on De Chandler's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Shushkev works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head. Shushkev lands a decent elbow from side control. #SUB# Shushkev is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. De Chandler knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Shushkev working the head and body with strikes. De Chandler is looking for a sweep. Baron Shushkev is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4# Shushkev is looking to take a break and control but De Chandler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. De Chandler is trying to improve his position. A lull in the action here as Shushkev stalls from top position. Shushkev wants to control but De Chandler is keeping him busy. De Chandler tries to buck Shushkev off but Shushkev is having none of it. Chadwin De Chandler has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Shushkev is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt De Chandler will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already. De Chandler is trying to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight! Baron Shushkev showed his dominance in that final round. Well Shushkev 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 John Kavanagh scores the fight 30:27 Judge John Roberts scores the fight 30:27 Judge Chad Campbell scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Baron Shushkev! Baron Shushkev made sure to mention his sponsor, Vikai Gear in his post fight interview.
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Event:
NJMMA #22 B'vich v Shushkev
Date: Dec 20, 2017 |
#R1##TD# Excellent takedown into side control there by Bulletzowich. Bulletzowich trying to control the position but Shushkev is working away. Bulletzowich in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. Check out the look on Bulletzowich's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Bulletzowich lands an elbow. Bulletzowich is trying to ground and pound but Shushkev uses the momentary lack of control by Bulletzowich to regain half guard. Shushkev avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Bulletzowich. Bulletzowich working Shushkev over with strikes. Shushkev moves into full guard.
Bulletzowich distracts Shushkev with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Shushkev keeping moving, preventing Bulletzowich from controlling successfully. #T1# A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bulletzowich accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Bulletzowich with a nice head shot there. Shushkev looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Bulletzowich trying to control the position from guard on top but Shushkev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Bulletzowich cracks Shushkev with a solid left hand. Shushkev looking to control.
Bulletzowich postures up in Shushkev's guard and throws a big left but Shushkev blocks it. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Shushkev keeping moving, preventing Bulletzowich from controlling successfully. Bulletzowich trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Shushkev preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Shushkev keeping full guard, as Bulletzowich tries to pass. #T2# Bulletzowich throws a strike but Shushkev rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB# Bulletzowich keeping full guard, as Shushkev tries to pass. Bulletzowich looking to hit a scissor sweep but Shushkev is one step ahead there. Bulletzowich 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# Shushkev is not content to let Bulletzowich control the position. Shushkev keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. Bulletzowich looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T3# Shushkev is staying active underneath Bulletzowich, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Bulletzowich working Shushkev over with strikes. Shushkev is looking to control Bulletzowich's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Shushkev avoid being mounted? Bulletzowich throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Shushkev is not content to let Bulletzowich control the position. We've been hearing good reports from Bulletzowich'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. Bulletzowich looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Shushkev with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. Shushkev is trying to control but can't.
Shushkev is controlling Bulletzowich's trapped leg to prevent Bulletzowich from advancing to side control. Bulletzowich throwing shots but Shushkev is blocking nicely. Shushkev moves into full guard.
#T4# Bulletzowich tries to free his leg and advance position but Shushkev is retaining full guard. Bulletzowich trying to control the position from guard on top but Shushkev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Shushkev is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Bulletzowich is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Bulletzowich accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Shushkev controlling the position. Bulletzowich throwing strikes from guard but Shushkev blocks nicely. Bulletzowich 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.
Boris Bulletzowich 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# Shushkev gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Bulletzowich postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Bulletzowich slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Shushkev takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head. Bulletzowich connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Shushkev some visible discomfort.
Shushkev takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#ROC# Shushkev is rocked! Bulletzowich trying to control the position but Shushkev is working away. Shushkev is still in real trouble! Can Bulletzowich finish him? Bulletzowich cracks Shushkev with a big elbow. Oh, he's hurt! Bulletzowich immediately mounts and start dropping bombs! Shushkev is done! The referee jumps in and saves him from any more punishment - a quick and decisive finish by Bulletzowich!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Boris Bulletzowich! Boris Bulletzowich 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:
NJMMA #17: Vandergnaw v Brown
Date: Dec 02, 2017 |
#R1# Miyazaki throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Shushkev sees it coming and avoids it easily. Shushkev ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Shushkev with the counter takedown but Miyazaki avoids it easily. Shushkev staying out of range there. Shushkev changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Miyazaki throws a right hand that misses
#TD2# and Shushkev counters with a takedown into side control. Miyazaki on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Miyazaki tries to get out of the position.#SUB2# Shushkev thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. Shushkev landing strikes. #SUB2# Shushkev looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Shushkev sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Miyazaki is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
#SUB2# Shushkev has an Americana. Miyazaki didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Shushkev is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Shushkev hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Baron Shushkev! Baron Shushkev very nearly forgot to thank Vikai Gear 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:
NJMMA #11: Bufalino v Sane
Date: Nov 11, 2017 |
#R1# No luck with that takedown attempt from Shushkev. Shushkev pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way. Thompson connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Thompson scores with a head kick. Shushkev tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time. Shushkev throws a solid leg kick but Thompson takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Shushkev. Thompson throws a sloppy head kick and Shushkev moves out of range easily. Thompson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Shushkev changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Shushkev throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#TD# Shushkev feints and as Thompson raises his hands in defense, Shushkev changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Shushkev tries to free his leg and advance position but Thompson is retaining full guard. Shushkev throws an elbow that misses. Thompson uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Shushkev's guard. Nice move by Thompson!#REVB# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB# Thompson wants to stand up, so he's looking to wriggle free of Shushkev's closed guard. He's half up but Shushkev has locked on to an arm! Uh oh! Shushkev pivots and extends the arm, Thompson falls face first to the mat and taps??... does he?? YES! He's tapping! Excellent counter grappling there by Shushkev! Well done that man!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Baron Shushkev! Baron Shushkev made sure to mention his sponsor, Vikai Gear in his post fight interview.
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Event:
NJMMA #6: MacGowan v Roddick
Date: Oct 21, 2017 |
#R1##TD2# Shushkev looking to score a takedown here. Muller is defending well but Shushkev drives through and ends up in Muller's guard.#SUB2# Shushkev drops back, looking for a kneebar! Muller looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Muller looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Muller! #REVR# Shushkev regains half guard. Shushkev is looking for a sweep. Muller is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. We've been hearing that Muller has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish. Shushkev gets full guard. Muller really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB2# Shushkev has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Muller should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Shushkev has tightened it up now! Muller should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Baron Shushkev! Baron Shushkev very nearly forgot to thank Vikai Gear 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:
NJMMA #1
Date: Sep 30, 2017 |
#R1##TD2# Zap closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Shushkev quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB# Shushkev actively working from the bottom here. Shushkev is looking for a sweep. Zap is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Shushkev is working hard here to advance position. Zap really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Shushkev. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Zap is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Zap performing his best blanket impression for a moment. Zap trying to advance position but Shushkev counters by regaining guard. #T1##SUB# Shushkev looking for a guillotine here but Zap defends easily.
Shushkev can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Zap controls the pace.#SUB# Shushkev had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Zap defends it easily.#SUB# Shushkev is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #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. Zap controlling from the top position. #SUB# Shushkev is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Zap is aware though and is defending well. Zap won't allow Shushkev to sweep him here. Zap stands up over Shushkev, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T3# Zap trying to control the position from guard on top but Shushkev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB# Zap stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Shushkev has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! Zap manages to get his head free but now Shushkev has transitioned to an armbar! Zap grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Shushkev! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Baron Shushkev!
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