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Event:
PL MMA 25 Kai vs Gaston
Date: Mar 29, 2020 |
#R1#
Baccalieri misses with a hook.
Arjuna keeps Baccalieri at a distance using the push kick.
Arjuna displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Baccalieri throws out the jab.
Arjuna lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Arjuna misses the shot to the body.
Good exchange - Arjuna coming out on top.
Arjuna moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Baccalieri has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Arjuna.
Baccalieri swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Arjuna counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Baccalieri thinking.
Baccalieri throws a hook to the side of Arjuna's head but Arjuna sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Arjuna lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Baccalieri at a distance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
No joy there for Baccalieri, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Arjuna is looking to counter with a body kick.
Arjuna displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Baccalieri throws out the jab.
Nice shot lands for Arjuna.
Baccalieri is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Arjuna avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Arjuna tried to counter with a leg kick but Baccalieri avoided it.#T1#
Arjuna pushes Baccalieri away with a front kick.
Arjuna jabs at Baccalieri's body.
Arjuna buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Danga de danga de dang - Baccalieri scores with a four punch combination!
Baccalieri misses the jab.
It looked like Arjuna was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Baccalieri.
Baccalieri walks into a straight right hand from Arjuna.
Baccalieri looks to land a left hand but Arjuna moved out of range nicely.
Arjuna swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
It seemed like Baccalieri was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Sloppy strikes from Arjuna. Those never looked like landing.
Arjuna takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Baccalieri misses with a wild body 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!
Baccalieri throws an overhand right that lands on Arjuna's shoulder, as Arjuna tries to avoid the shot.
Arjuna tries to clinch up but Baccalieri circles away and keeps his distance.
Baccalieri is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Baccalieri swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Arjuna looks to land a combination but Baccalieri avoids it well. #T2#
Baccalieri scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Baccalieri swings for the body but Arjuna moves out of range.
Arjuna slips under a jab.
Arjuna looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Arjuna lands a two punch combo.
Arjuna scores with the left hand. Baccalieri knows he should have avoided that one.
Jab from Arjuna.
Baccalieri is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Arjuna.
Arjuna avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Baccalieri throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Arjuna sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Arjuna takes a swing at Baccalieri's ribcage but misses.
Arjuna looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Baccalieri throws a right hand that Arjuna ducks under and follows up with a left that Arjuna also avoids with ease.
Arjuna scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Baccalieri uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Arjuna.
A right-left combo lands from Arjuna.
Baccalieri moves out of range of the body kick.#T3#
Arjuna keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Arjuna lands a nice looking body kick.
The fighters circling - Baccalieri throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Baccalieri works the jab nicely.
Arjuna throws a body punch but Baccalieri moves out of range.
Arjuna fails in his attempt to clinch.
Arjuna throws a sloppy head kick and Baccalieri moves out of range easily.
Arjuna throws a leg kick which misses Baccalieri's front leg but catches the back leg as Baccalieri tries to avoid it.
Arjuna scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Baccalieri staying out of range there.
Arjuna throws a right and a left that Baccalieri avoids nicely.
A nice side step and Baccalieri releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Arjuna is looking to clinch but Baccalieri is avoiding it.
Arjuna defending well as Baccalieri loads up on a big left hand.
It looked like Arjuna was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Baccalieri.
Arjuna fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Baccalieri looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Arjuna throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
#T4#
Arjuna misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Baccalieri.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sloppy strikes from Baccalieri. Those never looked like landing.
The fighters circling - Baccalieri throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Arjuna is looking to wear down Baccalieri with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Baccalieri throws an off balance right hand
letting Arjuna counter with a right hand.
Arjuna fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Baccalieri.
Arjuna slips under a jab from Baccalieri.
Arjuna lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Baccalieri throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Arjuna counters with a series of strikes. Baccalieri will be more careful next time no doubt.
Baccalieri throws a poor cross that misses
and Arjuna counters with a body kick that stops Baccalieri in his tracks momentarily.
Arjuna lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Baccalieri dodges the punch combination from Arjuna.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Arjuna lets loose with a powerful body kick. Baccalieri will feel that in the morning.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Baccalieri crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Arjuna - the referee stops the clock and Baccalieri gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Arjuna. Baccalieri manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rama Arjuna dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Baccalieri misses with a straight left.
A little feinted left hand from Arjuna on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Baccalieri throws a jab but it's blocked by Arjuna.
Baccalieri missing with a left hand there. Arjuna was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Arjuna will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Baccalieri throws a hook but Arjuna blocks it.
Sloppy strikes from Arjuna. Those never looked like landing.
Baccalieri ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Arjuna moves away.
Arjuna misses with a combination
and Baccalieri counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Arjuna has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Arjuna throws a body punch but Baccalieri moves out of range.
Baccalieri throws a hook but Arjuna avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arjuna scores with a hook to the body. Baccalieri takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Baccalieri loads up on a big right hand but Arjuna slips the punch.
Baccalieri throws out a loose jab but Arjuna uses good head movement to avoid it.
Baccalieri tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Arjuna was well out of range. Poor timing from Baccalieri.
Baccalieri misses with a body shot.
Rama Arjuna is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#T1#
Arjuna wants to clinch
and Baccalieri counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Rama Arjuna seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Arjuna misses with an attempted mid kick.
Arjuna steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Baccalieri.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Arjuna.
Baccalieri misses with an uppercut.
Arjuna is looking to counter with a body kick.
Arjuna slips a jab from Baccalieri.
Arjuna lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Baccalieri takes one on the button.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Baccalieri might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Arjuna has got the better of the exchanges.
Arjuna dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Arjuna misses with a wild body shot.
A countering left hand to the body from Baccalieri misses.
Arjuna ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Arjuna lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Baccalieri dodges the punch combination from Arjuna.
Rama Arjuna is winning the standup battle so far.#T2#
Arjuna tries to clinch but Baccalieri is having none of it.
Baccalieri pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Arjuna misses with a kick to the body.
Baccalieri scores with a decent looking hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Arjuna tries to land a leg kick but Baccalieri saw it coming and moves away.
Baccalieri lands the left hand.
Arjuna throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Baccalieri throws out a counter right but Arjuna avoids it with no problem.
Baccalieri looks to land a left hand but Arjuna moved out of range nicely.
Arjuna lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Arjuna misses with a hook to the body
and Baccalieri counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Arjuna misses with a jab, cross combination.
Arjuna is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Baccalieri can do to turn this around?#CL#
Arjuna closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Baccalieri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Arjuna scores with a hook to the body.
A short right from Baccalieri. #T3#
Arjuna misses with a body punch.
Baccalieri has developed a nice purple lump on his ribcage, as a result of some heavy body kicks from Arjuna.
Arjuna lands an uppercut.
Arjuna blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Baccalieri misses with a short punch on the inside.
Arjuna tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Baccalieri's elbow.
Arjuna blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Arjuna lands a left hand.
#BC#
Arjuna escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Arjuna lands with a slapping head kick.
Nice defenses there by Arjuna.
It looked like Arjuna was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Baccalieri stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Arjuna.
Arjuna throws a head kick that misses.
Baccalieri's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Arjuna throws the kick towards the body but Baccalieri avoids it.
Arjuna fails in his attempt to clinch.
Baccalieri keeps the fight on the outside.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Arjuna scores with a body shot.
#T4#
Baccalieri throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Arjuna sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Baccalieri is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Arjuna.
A punch combination from Baccalieri misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Arjuna scores with a kick to the midsection.
Baccalieri throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Baccalieri takes a swing at Arjuna's ribcage but misses.
Arjuna moves to clinch but Baccalieri breaks away
and Baccalieri counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Arjuna scoring well with a low kick there.
Arjuna takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Baccalieri throws a right hand that Arjuna ducks under and follows up with a left that Arjuna also avoids with ease.
Baccalieri fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Arjuna manages to avoid it.
Baccalieri misses with an uppercut. Arjuna saw that one coming.
A looping hook to the body misses from Baccalieri. Arjuna does a little dance to reset his feet.
Arjuna tries to clinch there but Baccalieri circles away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Bobby Baccalieri will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
Arjuna lands with a right hand.
Arjuna tries to clinch but Baccalieri moves out of range.
Baccalieri loads up on a big right hand but Arjuna slips the punch.
Arjuna tries to clinch up
letting Baccalieri counter with a right hand.
Arjuna looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Baccalieri pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Arjuna is looking to clinch.
Baccalieri lands with a nice combination. Arjuna backs away looking to recover.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baccalieri misses with a hook. Arjuna ducked under it nicely.
Baccalieri bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Arjuna throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Arjuna slips a straight right by Baccalieri.
Baccalieri connects with a single shot there.#T1#
Baccalieri misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Baccalieri is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Arjuna tries to bum rush Baccalieri with a series of wild strikes but Baccalieri uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Despite the aggression on Baccalieri's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Arjuna walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Decent striking displayed by Arjuna there.
A looping hook to the body misses from Arjuna. Baccalieri does a little dance to reset his feet.
Arjuna moves into range and connects with a jab.
Baccalieri loads up on a big right hand but Arjuna slips the punch.
Baccalieri swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Arjuna throws a hook to the side of Baccalieri's head but Baccalieri sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Baccalieri throws a hook but Arjuna blocks it.
A shot to the liver by Arjuna. Beautiful body shot.
Arjuna lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Arjuna.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Baccalieri jabs Arjuna to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Baccalieri takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#T2#
Baccalieri darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Arjuna wants to clinch up but Baccalieri keeps it at a distance.
Baccalieri misses with a hook. Arjuna ducked under it nicely.
An attempted straight right counter from Arjuna misses the target.
A telegraphed right hand from Baccalieri misses the target.
Arjuna throws a body shot but no joy.
Baccalieri now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Baccalieri misses the target. #CL#
Arjuna clinches with his opponent.
Baccalieri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Arjuna.
Arjuna lands a body punch in the clinch.
Baccalieri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Arjuna scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Arjuna blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Baccalieri misses with a short punch on the inside.
Arjuna blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T3##BC#
Arjuna breaks the clinch.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Arjuna, as that shot connected.
Baccalieri throws a body shot but no joy.
Baccalieri on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Arjuna keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Baccalieri.
A decent looking cross lands there for Baccalieri.
Arjuna fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Baccalieri pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Arjuna tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Baccalieri connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Baccalieri throws a poor cross that misses
and Arjuna connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Arjuna throws a right and a left that Baccalieri avoids nicely. #CL#
Arjuna darts in and clinches Baccalieri up against the cage.
Arjuna misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T4#
Baccalieri misses with a short punch on the inside.
Baccalieri misses with some punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Arjuna goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Baccalieri misses with a punch on the inside.
Baccalieri misses with a hook from the clinch.
Baccalieri swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Baccalieri misses with a short punch on the inside.
Baccalieri misses with some punches.
Baccalieri working aggressively here.
Rama Arjuna has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Baccalieri throws a head punch that misses.
Arjuna blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Arjuna misses with a body punch.
Baccalieri working aggressively here.
Baccalieri blocks a body shot from Arjuna.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Arjuna.
Arjuna blocking some punches.
Baccalieri has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Arjuna lands with a light punch inside.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Bobby Baccalieri.
I think Baccalieri 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 Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:29
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 30:27
The fight is ruled a draw!
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Event:
PL MMA 16 Sight vs Baccalieri
Date: Feb 26, 2020 |
#R1#
Baccalieri darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Baccalieri uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sight.
Baccalieri jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Baccalieri steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Sight.
Baccalieri misses with a hook
and Sight counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sight fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A left lands for Baccalieri.
Baccalieri misses with a double jab.
Sight misses with a hook. Baccalieri ducked under it nicely.
Sight looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Sight throws an off balance right hand
and Baccalieri cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Sight displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Baccalieri throws out the jab.
A counter left hand to the body from Sight misses its target.
Sight throws a jab but it's blocked by Baccalieri.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baccalieri throws the left hand but Sight avoids the punch easily.
Sight connects with a body shot that sends Baccalieri's belly button to the back.
Nice defenses there by Baccalieri.
Baccalieri throws an overhand right that lands on Sight's shoulder, as Sight tries to avoid the shot.
Sight appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sight darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T1##KD#
Oooooh!!! Sight has knocked Baccalieri down with a huge combo! Sight steps away and waves a wobbly Baccalieri back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#
Baccalieri is rocked!
Good standup being displayed there by Baccalieri as he connects with a hook.
Baccalieri is still on wobbly legs! Can Sight finish him?
Baccalieri throws the left hand but Sight avoids the punch easily.
Sight throws a series of punches but Baccalieri moves out of range.
Sight staying out of range there.
Baccalieri throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sight throws an off balance right hand
and Sight takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sight works Baccalieri's body with a nice hook.
Baccalieri seems to have recovered his senses.
Baccalieri looks winded!#KD#
Sight cracks Baccalieri with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Sight has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Baccalieri to stand back up!
Sight closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Baccalieri out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Paul Sight!
Paul Sight is the new middleweight champion!
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Event:
PL MMA 11 Minerva vs Goldstein
Date: Feb 09, 2020 |
#R1#
Hill shoots in for a takedown but Baccalieri shows good takedown defense.
Baccalieri throws a looping overhand right but Hill ducks down to avoid it.
Hill misses with a lunging right hand
and Baccalieri counters with a straight right hand.
Baccalieri will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Baccalieri slaps away a takedown attempt from Hill, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Baccalieri keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've been told by Baccalieri's head coaches at RWB GYM that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Baccalieri throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Hill sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Baccalieri scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Hill doesn't seem bothered though.
Hill avoids the body shot from Baccalieri.
Baccalieri misses with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hill looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Baccalieri is fending him off so far but Hill persists. Nope, Baccalieri circles away and we're back to standing.
Baccalieri is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Bobby Baccalieri has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Scott Hill.
Baccalieri throws a lazy right hand but Hill sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Hill throws a body punch but Baccalieri moves out of range.
Baccalieri appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Hill tests Baccalieri's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Hill is trying hard to land a takedown here. Baccalieri sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #T1#
Hill staying out of range there.
Nice uppercut lands for Baccalieri. That snapped Hill's head back.
Scott Hill seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Hill, right into the meat.
Hill lands with an overhand left.
Baccalieri takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Baccalieri moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Hill throws a body punch but Baccalieri moves out of range.
Hill connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Hill throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Nice defenses there by Hill.
Nice shot by Baccalieri.#CUT#
It looks like Scott Hill has been cut.
Hill shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Baccalieri but Baccalieri pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Baccalieri thuds his right hand into Hill's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baccalieri misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Hill.
#T2#
Baccalieri connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Hill is defended easily by Baccalieri.
Hill uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Baccalieri.
Baccalieri swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice takedown defense from Baccalieri. No joy for Hill on that attempt.
Hill shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Baccalieri but Baccalieri pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Hill ducks under a wild hook from Baccalieri.#TD2#
Hill shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Baccalieri napping and manages to drive through into side control!
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SUB2#
Hill wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Baccalieri, who protects the arm well.
Baccalieri is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Hill is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Baccalieri has escaped the position, nice work there. #T3#
Baccalieri is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Hill off and has taken his back!
Hill looking very determined here, making life difficult for Baccalieri.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Hill is in bad spot here.
#T4#
Baccalieri biding his time, controlling Hill.
You can see the frustration on Hill's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Baccalieri biding his time, looking for the opening.
Hill is really stuck here.
Baccalieri is trying to stick to Hill's back but Hill is turning into Baccalieri. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Baccalieri's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Hill.
Hill prevents Baccalieri from getting back to his feet.
Hill is pushing down on Baccalieri's leg trying to pass to half guard. Baccalieri is fighting to maintain full guard but Hill has managed to sneak the leg through.
Baccalieri slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Hill throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bobby Baccalieri dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Scott Hill's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Hill throws out a loose jab but Baccalieri uses good head movement to avoid it.
Hill keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Baccalieri.
Hill slips a straight right by Baccalieri.
Hill looks to land a right hand but Baccalieri moved out of range.
Baccalieri stuffs the takedown.
Hill misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Baccalieri lunges at Hill with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hill's hand.
Hill swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Baccalieri.
Baccalieri listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hill ducks under a wild hook from Baccalieri.
Hill drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Baccalieri defends it well.#TD2#
Hill drives through with a takedown into Baccalieri's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Hill slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hill is looking to take a break and control but Baccalieri is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T1#
Baccalieri is looking to regain half guard here but Hill keeps moving and retains side control.
Baccalieri pushes Hill away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Hill gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Baccalieri taking a bit of punishment here - Hill scoring with strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Baccalieri tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hill wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Hill tries for a kimura but Baccalieri is defending well.
Baccalieri manages to get back to half guard.#T2#
Hill is looking to advance position but Baccalieri won't allow it. #SUB2#
Hill is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Baccalieri sees it coming and defends easily.
Baccalieri wants to get back to his feet.
Hill looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Hill seems to be looking for submissions.
Baccalieri wants to get back to full guard.
Baccalieri is trying to stand.
#ES#
Baccalieri kicks off Hill and gets to his feet. #T3#
Baccalieri throws a combination. Hill tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Bobby Baccalieri is winning the standup battle so far.
A telegraphed right hand from Hill misses the target.
Bobby Baccalieri is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Hill uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Baccalieri.
Hill closes this distance looking for a takedown but Baccalieri circles away.
Bobby Baccalieri has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Scott Hill.
Baccalieri moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Hill cracks Baccalieri with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Baccalieri missing with a left hand there. Hill was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Hill shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Baccalieri but Baccalieri pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Baccalieri swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Baccalieri throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Hill shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Baccalieri as he jumps to the side.
Hill has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Hill jabs at Baccalieri's body.
Baccalieri digs a good hook to Hill's body.
#T4#
A jab from Baccalieri misses.
And Hill tries to counter it with a takedown but Baccalieri pushes his down on his head and steps out.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baccalieri checks a leg kick.
Hill shoots for a double leg takedown but Baccalieri sprawls well. He's pushed Hill's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Baccalieri throws a series of punches but Hill avoids them all with ease. #TD2#
Hill shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
Hill advances to half guard.
Baccalieri tries to kick Hill off but Hill keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Baccalieri is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hill can do to turn this around?
Hill is looking to take a break and control but Baccalieri is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #ES#
Baccalieri kicks off Hill and gets to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bobby Baccalieri dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Scott Hill's cut.
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#
Baccalieri is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Baccalieri misses with a straight right.
Hill motions for Baccalieri to come forward. Hill throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Baccalieri misses with a hook. Hill ducked under it nicely.
Hill ducks under a wild hook from Baccalieri.
Baccalieri stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Baccalieri wants it to stay on the feet.
A little feinted left hand from Baccalieri on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Baccalieri ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Hill moves away.#TD2#
Hill drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Baccalieri wants to stand up but Hill is controlling him.
Baccalieri wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hill trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hill stands and throws Baccalieri's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T1#
Hill has knee on belly momentarily but Baccalieri bucks him off and regains half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Baccalieri looks like he's trying to stand up.
#SUB2#
Hill is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Baccalieri defends it well.
Scott Hill has got the better of the ground game so far.
Hill wants to control but Baccalieri is keeping him busy.
Hill looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Baccalieri trying to hold on to Hill's head to control him but Hill postures up.
#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Hill looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Baccalieri trying to control but Hill postures up.
Hill thows a huge punch but Baccalieri dodges it nicely.
#ES#
Baccalieri has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Hill is on him like a limpet, forcing Baccalieri back against the cage.
Baccalieri lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Baccalieri swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#TD2#
Hill has hold of one of Baccalieri's legs. Baccalieri is fighting the takedown attempt but Hill gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Hill pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Baccalieri is keeping the position for now.
Hill is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Bobby Baccalieri is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Hill with a nice head shot there.
Hill pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Baccalieri is keeping the position for now.
Baccalieri wants to stand but Hill is controlling the position.
Hill trying to control the position from guard on top but Baccalieri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hill trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Hill throws an elbow that misses. Baccalieri uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Hill's guard. Nice move by Baccalieri!#REVR#
Hill looking to control.
#T4#
Hill tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Baccalieri has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Baccalieri has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Hill is proving hard to escape from.
Hill looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SU#
Hill is working an open guard so Baccalieri takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Baccalieri throws a body shot but no joy.
Baccalieri lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Hill misses with a jab, cross combination.
Hill moves out of range as Baccalieri strikes.
Baccalieri pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hill fails with the takedown
and Baccalieri counters with a stiff right hand.
Scott Hill has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Hill uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Baccalieri.
Baccalieri works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bobby Baccalieri showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Baccalieri, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 30:27
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bobby Baccalieri!
Bobby Baccalieri decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
The defeated Scott Hill had this to say: 'No one likes seeing their opponent's hand raised, but that just means that they were the better man today. My team at 3Band MMA and I will break down this match and make the proper changes for my next camp.'.
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Event:
EFC Izmir vs Zexi
Date: Oct 19, 2019 |
#R1#
Baccalieri staying out of range there.
Baccalieri lands with a straight right. Alcala didn't see that one coming.
Alcala looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Baccalieri steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Alcala.
Alcala moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Baccalieri avoids the head kick by Alcala.
Alcala is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Alcala explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Alcala will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Baccalieri works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Alcala uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Baccalieri.
Alcala appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Baccalieri takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Alcala throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Alcala walks into a stiff left hand from Baccalieri.
Alcala swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Alcala tries to bum rush Baccalieri with a series of wild strikes but Baccalieri uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#T1#
Baccalieri misses the jab.
Alcala throws a combination that misses
and Baccalieri counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Alcala looks to land a body kick but Baccalieri moved away.
Rodney Alcala seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Alcala throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Baccalieri misses with an uppercut. Alcala saw that one coming.
Alcala changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Alcala throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Alcala blocks a jab.
Alcala connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Baccalieri throws a body shot but no joy.
Baccalieri swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#KD2#
and Alcala counters with a crisp one two that drops Baccalieri! Alcala thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Baccalieri to his feet! Baccalieri is in big trouble!#ROC2#
Baccalieri is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Baccalieri with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Alcala misses with a hook.#KD2#
Alcala lands a big head kick that sends Baccalieri tumbling to the mat! Alcala takes a step backwards and waves Baccalieri back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Oh Baccalieri is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Alcala will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#T2#
Baccalieri avoids a punch combination nicely.
Alcala misses with a looping left.
Alcala bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Baccalieri throws a hook but Alcala avoids it easily.
Baccalieri bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Alcala's head.
Baccalieri seems to have got his legs back now.
Baccalieri walks into a jab.
Baccalieri on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Baccalieri doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Alcala stuns Baccalieri with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Alcala throws a sloppy head kick and Baccalieri moves out of range easily.
Alcala moves away from the strike by Baccalieri.
Alcala works Baccalieri's body with a nice hook.
Baccalieri takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Alcala tries to bum rush Baccalieri with a series of wild strikes but Baccalieri uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A jab from Alcala does it's job there.
Baccalieri misses with an uppercut.
Baccalieri is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Baccalieri throws a big shot that misses.#T3#
Alcala throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Baccalieri counters with a stiff right hand.
Alcala misses with a hook. Baccalieri ducked under it nicely.
Alcala ducks under a wild hook from Baccalieri.
Baccalieri thuds a left hand into Alcala's body.
Baccalieri bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A slapping leg kick lands for Alcala.
Alcala's corner calls for a 1-2. Alcala obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Alcala connects with a single shot there.
Alcala dodges the punch combination from Baccalieri.
Alcala fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Baccalieri manages to avoid it.
Baccalieri throws out a loose jab but Alcala uses good head movement to avoid it.
Baccalieri doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Baccalieri throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Baccalieri tries to move into range but Alcala moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The fighters circle, before Alcala throws a beautiful high kick that crashes into Baccalieri's neck, sending him stumbling to the floor! Alcala lands more strikes and forces a referee stoppage! That one ended in an instant!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:07 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick & Punches). Rodney Alcala!
Rodney Alcala very nearly forgot to thank Woodshins' Ship 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:
EFC Turnbull vs Zexi
Date: Sep 28, 2019 |
#R1#
Del Oeste shoots in and drives through. Baccalieri sprawls well.
Baccalieri let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Baccalieri uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Del Oeste.
Del Oeste shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
A jab from Baccalieri does it's job there.
Baccalieri loads up on a big right hand but Del Oeste slips the punch.
Baccalieri has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Del Oeste is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Baccalieri throws a jab but it's blocked by Del Oeste.
A big right from Baccalieri misses.
Del Oeste misses with a body punch
and Baccalieri counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Baccalieri pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD#
Del Oeste closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Del Oeste lands in his opponent's guard.
Del Oeste throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Del Oeste throwing strikes but missing.
Baccalieri is pulling down on Del Oeste's head. It's preventing any offense from Del Oeste, at least for the moment.#T1#
Let's hope that Baccalieri 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.
Del Oeste wants to control from the top but Baccalieri keeps moving.
Del Oeste advances to half guard. #SUB#
Del Oeste is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Del Oeste is working for a kimura but Baccalieri is defending it quite comfortably.
#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Del Oeste throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Baccalieri is refusing to be controlled, as Del Oeste sits in half guard.
Del Oeste stops Baccalieri from getting back to his feet.
Baccalieri controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #SUB#
Del Oeste is working for a kimura but Baccalieri is defending it quite comfortably.
#T3#
Del Oeste prevents Baccalieri from improving his position.
Del Oeste lands with a punch from half guard.
Baccalieri has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Del Oeste is working away from the top position though.
Del Oeste is trying to control. Baccalieri wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Del Oeste is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but Baccalieri still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, Baccalieri has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work!
Del Oeste is looking to regain half guard here but Baccalieri keeps moving and retains side control. #T4#
Baccalieri is looking to take a break and control but Del Oeste is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SU2#
Baccalieri decides to stand back up. Baccalieri steps back and let's Del Oeste get back to his feet.
Baccalieri throws a hook but Del Oeste blocks it.
Baccalieri cracks Del Oeste with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Baccalieri misses with a wild body shot.
Baccalieri connects with a body shot that sends Del Oeste's belly button to the back.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Del Oeste will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Baccalieri defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Del Oeste.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ryan Del Oeste. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Del Oeste tries for a takedown but Baccalieri sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Baccalieri lands a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bobby Baccalieri dominated that round.
That's time! Del Oeste's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Baccalieri sizes up Del Oeste with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A lazy left from Baccalieri finds it's target.
Del Oeste slips a straight right by Baccalieri.#TD#
Del Oeste gets a double leg takedown into Baccalieri's guard.
We've been hearing that Del Oeste has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Baccalieri wants to get back to his feet but Del Oeste is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Del Oeste is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Baccalieri wants to stand and escape but Del Oeste is having none of it.
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.
Baccalieri looking to control.
#SUB#
Del Oeste drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Baccalieri dives on top into guard.#REVB##SUB#
Del Oeste throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Del Oeste is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Baccalieri is aware though and is defending well.#T1#
Baccalieri controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Baccalieri wants to control from the top but Del Oeste keeps moving.
Del Oeste working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Del Oeste is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Baccalieri wants to get up but he can't break Del Oeste's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SU2#
Baccalieri stands up from Del Oeste's guard - Baccalieri perhaps looking for a knockout. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Del Oeste connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Baccalieri leaves Del Oeste with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Del Oeste throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
letting Baccalieri counter with a right hand.
Del Oeste fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Baccalieri is out of range.
Del Oeste throws a combination that misses
enabling Baccalieri to counter with a crisp jab.
Ryan Del Oeste seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A cross from Del Oeste lands.
Del Oeste slips a jab from Baccalieri.
Del Oeste shoots in looking for a takedown but Baccalieri manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Del Oeste's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Del Oeste is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
#ROC2#
Del Oeste is rocked!
Bobby Baccalieri seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Baccalieri jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Del Oeste misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Baccalieri.
Baccalieri might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.#T3#
Del Oeste shoots in but Baccalieri avoids the takedown attempt easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ryan Del Oeste. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Del Oeste lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Baccalieri circles away quickly and effectively.
Del Oeste goes for a double leg but Baccalieri avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Baccalieri continues to drive forward.
Del Oeste tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Baccalieri was well out of range. Poor timing from Del Oeste.
Baccalieri misses with a left hand #TD#
and Del Oeste counters with a shoot takedown. Baccalieri fights it but they end up in guard.
Del Oeste looking to sit in guard and control but Baccalieri gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Del Oeste working for a triangle but Baccalieri defends it easily.
Baccalieri controlling from the top position. #SUB#
Del Oeste is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Baccalieri defends well.#T4##SUB#
Del Oeste is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Baccalieri is aware though and is defending well.
Del Oeste being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB#
Del Oeste working for a triangle but Baccalieri defends it easily.
#SUB#
Baccalieri avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Bobby Baccalieri will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Del Oeste walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Baccalieri jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Oh Del Oeste is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A swing and a miss from Baccalieri.
Del Oeste changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Baccalieri connects with a single shot there.
Del Oeste lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Del Oeste misses with a hook.
The fighters circling - Del Oeste throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Baccalieri lands a right hook to the body.
Nice defenses there by Del Oeste.
A counter left hand to the body from Del Oeste misses its target.#TD#
Baccalieri gets caught flat footed, as Del Oeste shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Del Oeste seems to have got his legs back now.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Baccalieri lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Baccalieri avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Del Oeste strikes from his own guard. #T1##SUB#
Del Oeste is looking for a triangle but Baccalieri pushes his legs off easily.
Baccalieri passes into half guard under a barage of strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are battling for position here. Del Oeste manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Baccalieri wants to get up but he can't break Del Oeste's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB#
Del Oeste is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Baccalieri defends well.#SUB#
Del Oeste has his foot on Baccalieri's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Baccalieri works his way back into a safe position though.
Baccalieri postures up.
#T2#
Del Oeste throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Baccalieri wants to get up but he can't break Del Oeste's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB#
Del Oeste has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Baccalieri can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Baccalieri is stalling in the full guard. #SUB#
Del Oeste has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Baccalieri can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Baccalieri is looking to stand up but Del Oeste won't let him.
Bobby Baccalieri is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Baccalieri must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Del Oeste slips a jab from Baccalieri.
Baccalieri throws a good cross that connects.
Del Oeste looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Baccalieri throws a jab when Del Oeste was well out of range.
Del Oeste staying out of range there.
Del Oeste has his takedown stuffed
and Baccalieri counters with a nice uppercut.
Baccalieri throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Del Oeste sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Baccalieri throws a looping overhand right but Del Oeste ducks down to avoid it.
Del Oeste shoots for a double leg takedown but Baccalieri sprawls well. He's pushed Del Oeste's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Baccalieri looks to score with a jab to the body but Del Oeste is just out of range.#T4#
Baccalieri scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Baccalieri connects with a crisp jab.
Del Oeste displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Baccalieri throws out the jab.
Baccalieri with a hook.
Del Oeste lands with a nice body punch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Del Oeste is trying hard to land a takedown here. Baccalieri sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Ryan Del Oeste. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Del Oeste shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Baccalieri counters with a stiff right hand.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Del Oeste is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Baccalieri.
Baccalieri lands the left hand.
Baccalieri throws a hook to the side of Del Oeste's head but Del Oeste sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Del Oeste swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Del Oeste misses the body punch
letting Baccalieri counter with a right hand.
Del Oeste shoots for a takedown but Baccalieri saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Ryan Del Oeste has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Baccalieri lands a slapping body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bobby Baccalieri comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Baccalieri winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bobby Baccalieri!
During a confident post fight interview, Bobby Baccalieri thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Ryan Del Oeste spoke after the fight, saying '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:
EFC Hepple vs Trudeau
Date: Aug 31, 2019 |
#R1#
Payton lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Payton's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Baccalieri connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Payton scrambles back to his feet.
Baccalieri throws a shot to the body.
Payton tries to clinch there but Baccalieri circles away.
Baccalieri moves forwards but Payton connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Baccalieri looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Baccalieri uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Payton.
Baccalieri throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The fighters circle momentarily. Payton darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Baccalieri walks into a jab.
Payton is looking to clinch.
Baccalieri takes a jab right on the kisser.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Payton connects with the punch.
Payton works Baccalieri's body with a nice hook.
Baccalieri connects with a body shot that sends Payton's belly button to the back.#CL2#
Payton forces Baccalieri back against the cage and clinches.
Baccalieri misses with the head strike.
Payton scores with a shot to the side of Baccalieri's head.
Baccalieri misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Payton tries a body shot but Baccalieri blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Payton.
Baccalieri misses with some punches.
Payton blocking some punches.
Baccalieri working aggressively here.
Baccalieri scores with a shot to the side of Payton's head.
A head punch on the inside from Baccalieri fails to land.
Baccalieri makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Baccalieri working aggressively here.
Payton blocking some punches.
Payton pushes Baccalieri back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Payton tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Baccalieri avoids it.
Baccalieri swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Baccalieri fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Baccalieri fails to land.
Baccalieri misses with the head strike.
Baccalieri misses with a short punch on the inside.
Baccalieri misses with some punches.
Payton tries to work over Baccalieri's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #TD2#
Baccalieri is fighting off a takedown attempt but Payton is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Baccalieri to the mat. Baccalieri regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Baccalieri is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Payton is controlling him.
Baccalieri keeping moving, preventing Payton from controlling successfully.
Payton trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Payton passes into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Payton 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Payton is looking to stall here but Baccalieri recovers full guard. #T3##SUB2#
Payton 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.
Payton showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Payton drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Payton jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Baccalieri keeping full guard, as Payton tries to pass.
Payton works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Baccalieri is trying to control but can't.
#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Baccalieri is not content to let Payton control the position.
Payton stops Baccalieri from getting back to his feet.
Payton is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Baccalieri won't allow Payton to pass to mount.
Baccalieri is trying to stand.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Baccalieri. Payton does a little dance to reset his feet.
Nice jab there from Baccalieri.
Baccalieri will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#TD2#
Payton manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Baccalieri on his heels. He'll look to pass Baccalieri's guard now, I'm sure.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Evan Payton 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#
Payton lands the left hand.
Payton tries to clinch up but Baccalieri circles away and keeps his distance.
Baccalieri throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Baccalieri throws a big shot that misses.
Payton's corner calls for a 1-2. Payton obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Baccalieri connects with a single shot there.
Baccalieri steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Payton.
Payton doesn't manage to clinch there - Baccalieri circles away.
Payton connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
A punch combination from Baccalieri misses.
Baccalieri takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Baccalieri throws a big shot that misses.
Baccalieri takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Baccalieri looks to throw the jab but Payton is out of range.
Baccalieri avoids the body shot from Payton.
Baccalieri swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Payton misses with a straight right. #T1#
Baccalieri throws a predictable looking body shot
and Payton counters with a straight right hand.#CL2#
Payton closes the distance and clinches.
Payton has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Baccalieri after a bit of a struggle. #TD2#
Payton turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control!
Baccalieri tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad.
Payton controlling the pace for now.
Payton tries to control but Baccalieri wriggling away.
Payton avoids the attempt from Baccalieri to control.
Baccalieri is bucking up trying to escape but Payton cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#T2#
Baccalieri is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
We've been informed that Payton has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Payton has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Baccalieri is squirming around, avoiding Payton's attempts to control the action. #SUB2#
Payton working for a submission but Baccalieri is keeping him at bay.
Baccalieri wants to control but Payton is having none of it.
Baccalieri tries to reverse the position but Payton maintains control.
Evan Payton has got the better of the ground game so far.
Baccalieri tries to lock up and control but Payton gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Payton looking to control but Baccalieri is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Baccalieri wants to control but Payton is having none of it.#T3#
Baccalieri really wants to buck Payton off and get back to his feet.
Baccalieri wants to control but Payton is having none of it.#SUB2#
Payton working for a submission but Baccalieri is keeping him at bay.
Payton avoids the attempt from Baccalieri to control.#SUB2#
Payton moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Baccalieri has worked his arm free - good work by Baccalieri!
Payton advances nicely into full mount. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Payton has hold of Baccalieri's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Baccalieri manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Payton looking to control but Baccalieri is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Baccalieri is working to get back to half guard.
Payton can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Baccalieri is looking to escape.
Baccalieri is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Evan Payton 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Baccalieri circles away from the clinch attempt.
Payton takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
No joy there for Payton, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Payton takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Payton tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Baccalieri is able to avoid easily.
Payton throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Baccalieri.
Payton missing with a left hand there. Baccalieri was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Baccalieri was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Payton avoids the body shot from Baccalieri.
Baccalieri lands a jab.
Payton lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Baccalieri circles away quickly and effectively.
Baccalieri throwing a counter right hand but Payton manages to avoid it.
Nice defenses there by Payton.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baccalieri swats away the attempt to clinch by Payton.
Baccalieri misses with a combination
enabling Payton to counter with a crisp jab.
Baccalieri swings away with a body shot that misses
#TD2#
and Payton counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Payton. #T1#
Payton advances position into side control!
Baccalieri manages to get back to half guard.
Baccalieri is trying to stand back up but Payton is controlling him
#SUB2#
Payton is working for a kimura but Baccalieri is defending it quite comfortably.
Payton controlling the action here.#SUB2#
Payton is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Payton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T2#
Baccalieri wants to improve his position but Payton is controlling well.
Baccalieri is trying to stand back up but Payton is controlling him
Baccalieri tries to roll over but Payton keeps him under control.
Payton is thwarting Baccalieri's attempts to control the position.
Payton trying to control the action but Baccalieri is working from the bottom.
Bobby Baccalieri has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3##SUB2#
Payton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Payton wants to control but Baccalieri is keeping him busy.
Baccalieri keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB2#
Payton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Baccalieri defends it well.
Payton frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Baccalieri is trying to escape the mount.
#T4##SUB2#
Payton is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Baccalieri to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Baccalieri shrugs it off.
Baccalieri tries to reverse the position but Payton maintains control.
Baccalieri throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
Evan Payton is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB2#
Payton has control of Baccalieri's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Baccalieri regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Payton fails to move to back control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Baccalieri swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing.
And that's the end of the fight!
Evan Payton comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Payton winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Evan Payton!
A very excited looking Evan Payton 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:
EFC Pato vs Paa
Date: Jul 27, 2019 |
#R1#
Sixx tries to clinch but Baccalieri is having none of it.
Baccalieri ducks under a wild hook from Sixx.
Sixx fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
A nice side step and Baccalieri releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Nice defenses there by Sixx.
Sixx keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Baccalieri.
Sixx pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Baccalieri stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Baccalieri lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Sixx fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Sixx looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Sixx looks to land a combination but Baccalieri avoids it well.
Baccalieri waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sixx.
Sixx ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Baccalieri throws a shot to the body.
Sixx fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Baccalieri looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
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!
Sixx throws a poor cross that misses
letting Baccalieri counter with a right hand.
Nikki Sixx seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sixx loads up on a big right hand but Baccalieri slips the punch.#T1#
A swing and a miss from Sixx.
Bobby Baccalieri is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Baccalieri throws the left hand but Sixx avoids the punch easily.
Sixx pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sixx tries to land a front kick but Baccalieri steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Sixx takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Sixx fails to land with a series of punches.
Sixx misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Nikki Sixx. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sixx with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Baccalieri to score with a decent uppercut.
Sixx steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Baccalieri.
Sixx throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Baccalieri avoids the body shot from Sixx.
Sixx throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Baccalieri counters with a nice uppercut.
Baccalieri throws a shot from downtown. Sixx moves away and avoids it.
Sixx throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T2#
Sixx throws a hook but Baccalieri avoids it easily.
Sixx avoids the body shot from Baccalieri.
Sixx misses with an uppercut. Baccalieri saw that one coming.
Baccalieri ducks under a wild hook from Sixx.
Baccalieri now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baccalieri connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Baccalieri fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sixx manages to avoid it.
Baccalieri jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Baccalieri displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sixx.
Baccalieri scores with a hook to the body. Sixx takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Sixx digs a good body shot into Baccalieri's ribs.#TD#
Sixx 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.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Sixx accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Sixx won't allow Baccalieri to sweep him here. #T3#
Baccalieri is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Baccalieri pulls Sixx in close to his closed guard and prevents Sixx from doing any damage or advancing position.
Sixx's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Sixx trying to control but Baccalieri is working from the bottom.
Baccalieri wants to get back to his feet but Sixx is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Sixx lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Baccalieri circles away quickly and effectively.
Sixx tries to close the distance and clinch but Baccalieri swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Sixx takes a swing at Baccalieri's ribcage but misses. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Sixx pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sixx lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Baccalieri circles away quickly and effectively.
Baccalieri takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Baccalieri getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Baccalieri stuffs the takedown.
Sixx steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Baccalieri.
Baccalieri stuffs the takedown attempt from Sixx. Sixx gets slowly back to his feet.
Sixx throws a lazy uppercut
and Baccalieri counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Baccalieri lands an overhand right.
Baccalieri cracks Sixx with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Baccalieri throws a jab but it's blocked by Sixx.
Sixx steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Baccalieri.
Sixx thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sixx fails with a takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bobby Baccalieri dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Baccalieri throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sixx throws a leg kick
and Baccalieri counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Sixx tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jab, jab by Baccalieri - just one landing.
Nikki Sixx is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Baccalieri scores with a decent looking hook.
A swing and a miss from Baccalieri.
Sixx misses the jab.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Baccalieri! But no joy.
Sixx fails in his attempt to clinch.
Baccalieri just misses with a punch to the body.
Bobby Baccalieri seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sixx tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Baccalieri was well out of range. Poor timing from Sixx.
Baccalieri's jab looks to have found its range, popping Sixx under the eye.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baccalieri looks to throw the jab but Sixx is out of range.
Sixx misses with a lunging right hand
letting Baccalieri counter with a right hand. #ROC2#
Sixx is rocked!
Baccalieri has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Sixx walks into a straight right, dropping him to the canvas! Baccalieri swarms him and finishes the fight with a hail of punches! What a brutal finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Bobby Baccalieri!
During a confident post fight interview, Bobby Baccalieri thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
EFC Maeda vs Petrone
Date: Jun 29, 2019 |
#R1#
Baccalieri on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#TD2#
Rinaldi throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Baccalieri was covering up waiting for the punch and Rinaldi finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Rinaldi trying to control the position from guard on top but Baccalieri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Baccalieri wants to get back to his feet but Rinaldi is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Rinaldi trying to control the position from guard on top but Baccalieri is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Rinaldi accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Rinaldi has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rinaldi throws a big right hand that misses.
Rinaldi is looking to work some ground and pound but Baccalieri has wrist control.
Rinaldi controls from within his opponent's guard.
Baccalieri utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T1#
Rinaldi controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Rinaldi keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Baccalieri's head.
Baccalieri keeping moving, preventing Rinaldi from controlling successfully.
Rinaldi in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Rinaldi showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Rinaldi chips away with some ground and pound.
Baccalieri is trying to keep Rinaldi in close.
Rinaldi throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Baccalieri wants to control the position but Rinaldi says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard. #T2#
Baccalieri avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Rinaldi.
Rinaldi throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Rinaldi controlling the action here.
Baccalieri is trying to stand.
Baccalieri is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Baccalieri trying to hold on to Rinaldi's head to control him but Rinaldi postures up.
Rinaldi wants to control but Baccalieri is keeping him busy.
Rinaldi controlling the action here.
Baccalieri is trying to stand.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Baccalieri throws a hook but Rinaldi blocks it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rinaldi! But no joy.
Baccalieri looks to land a right hand but Rinaldi moved out of range.#TD2#
Rinaldi gets the takedown into side control.
Baccalieri is trying to control Rinaldi's posture but Rinaldi avoids it.
Rinaldi is chipping away with strikes.
Baccalieri is looking for a sweep.
Baccalieri is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Rinaldi has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Rinaldi throwing strikes but Baccalieri manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rinaldi is looking to reverse the position.
Rinaldi gets back to half guard.
Baccalieri missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T4#
Rinaldi is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Baccalieri's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Baccalieri's back!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rinaldi lands with a hammerfist to the side of Baccalieri's head.
Rinaldi lands a punch to the side of the head from the back.
Watch the back of the head! Comes the shout from the referee towards Rinaldi.
Rinaldi 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.
Rinaldi doesn't have the hooks in and Baccalieri manages to turn into his guard.
Rinaldi 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#
Rinaldi content to control rather than advance.
Baccalieri is trying to stand back up but Rinaldi is controlling him
Baccalieri is looking for a sweep. Rinaldi is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sam Rinaldi dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Baccalieri loads up on a big right hand but Rinaldi slips the punch.
Rinaldi throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Baccalieri stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Baccalieri misses with an uppercut
and Rinaldi counters with a stiff right hand.
Baccalieri takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Baccalieri looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Rinaldi slips a straight right by Baccalieri.
Rinaldi ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rinaldi takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Baccalieri misses with a straight left.
Rinaldi misses with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rinaldi connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Rinaldi slips under a jab.
Baccalieri feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Rinaldis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Baccalieri throws a shot from downtown. Rinaldi moves away and avoids it.#T1#
Rinaldi gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Baccalieri.
Bobby Baccalieri seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Baccalieri misses with a two punch combination.
Baccalieri just misses with a punch to the body.
Baccalieri misses the jab.
Rinaldi is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Baccalieri with a body shot.
A swing and a miss from Baccalieri.
Rinaldi displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Baccalieri throws out the jab.
Rinaldi keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Baccalieri takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Baccalieri looks to land a left hand but Rinaldi moved out of range nicely.
Rinaldi has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Bobby Baccalieri is winning the standup battle so far.
Baccalieri takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Baccalieri misses with a straight left.
Baccalieri with a hook.
Rinaldi lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Baccalieri at a distance.
#T2#
A swing and a miss from Baccalieri.
Rinaldi is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Baccalieri throws a jab but it's blocked by Rinaldi.
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!
Baccalieri throws out a loose jab but Rinaldi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Baccalieri scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
The fighters circle momentarily. Rinaldi darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Baccalieri connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Baccalieri throws out a loose jab but Rinaldi uses good head movement to avoid it.
Baccalieri throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rinaldi scores with a jab.#ROC2#
Baccalieri is rocked!
The fighters circling - Rinaldi throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Baccalieri looks to land a right hand but Rinaldi moved out of range.
Rinaldi throws out a counter right but Baccalieri avoids it with no problem.
Baccalieri takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#T3#
Rinaldi slips under a jab from Baccalieri.
Baccalieri showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Rinaldi.
Rinaldi scores with a hook to the body. Baccalieri takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #KD2#
Rinaldi drops Baccalieri with a beautiful combination! Baccalieri stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Rinaldi is looking for the KO!
Oh Baccalieri is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!#TD2#
Rinaldi shoots in for a takedown. Oh, that's a huge slam! Baccalieri is on queer street and Rinaldi is pounding down on him with a barage of strikes. The ref is forced to step in and stop the fight. Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:38 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Slam). Sam Rinaldi!
An out of breath and clearly excited Sam Rinaldi thanked Destructive Striking Clothing for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Event:
EFC Tronstone vs Beecher
Date: Jun 01, 2019 |
#R1#
Alcala falls off balance throwing a combination
and Baccalieri counters with a nice uppercut.
Alcala scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Baccalieri doesn't seem bothered though.
A looping hook to the body misses from Baccalieri. Alcala does a little dance to reset his feet.
Alcala was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Baccalieri throws the left hand but Alcala avoids the punch easily.
A little feinted left hand from Alcala on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Nice shot lands for Alcala.
Alcala throws a right and a left that Baccalieri avoids nicely.
Alcala tries to bum rush Baccalieri with a series of wild strikes but Baccalieri uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Baccalieri ducks under a wild hook from Alcala.
Baccalieri throws an overhand right that lands on Alcala's shoulder, as Alcala tries to avoid the shot.
Alcala lands with a right hand.
Alcala slips a straight right by Baccalieri.
Alcala swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Baccalieri looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Baccalieri moves away from the strike by Alcala.
Baccalieri dodges the punch combination from Alcala.
#T1#
Alcala walks into a jab.
Baccalieri dodges the punch combination from Alcala.
Alcala bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Baccalieri throws the left hand but Alcala avoids the punch easily.
Alcala jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Baccalieri scores with a punch to the head.
Alcala looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Alcala throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Baccalieri.
Baccalieri swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Alcala counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Alcala slips under a jab from Baccalieri.
Baccalieri throws out a loose jab but Alcala uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jab by Alcala.#T2#
Baccalieri slips under a jab from Alcala.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Baccalieri looks to score with a jab to the body but Alcala is just out of range.
Baccalieri misses with a jab to the body
and Alcala counters with a straight right hand.
Baccalieri keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Alcala lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Alcala tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Baccalieri was well out of range. Poor timing from Alcala.
Alcala moves out of range as Baccalieri strikes.
Baccalieri tries to bum rush Alcala with a series of wild strikes but Alcala uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Alcala connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Baccalieri swings and misses with a shot to the body#KD#
and Alcala counters with a crisp right hand that drops Baccalieri! Alcala lets Baccalieri back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC#
Baccalieri is rocked!
Alcala misses with a body shot.
Baccalieri is still on wobbly legs! Can Alcala finish him?
Baccalieri cracks Alcala with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Alcala really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
No joy there for Alcala, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Baccalieri clobbers Alcala with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Alcala lands an uppercut, right on the button! Baccalieri tumbles backwards into the cage, staring vacantly into space! He's got no idea where he is, who he is or what day it is... Poor guy.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Rodney Alcala!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Rodney Alcala made sure he mentioned Woodshins' Ship, along with how happy he was to win his fight.
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Event:
EFC Matusov vs Daughtrey
Date: May 04, 2019 |
#R1#
Baccalieri jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Baccalieri just misses with a punch to the body.
Serada is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Serada staying out of range there.
Serada fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Baccalieri looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Baccalieri looks to land a right hand but Serada moved out of range.
Serada ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Baccalieri moves away.
Serada throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Serada thows a left - swing and a miss!
Serada takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Baccalieri looks to throw the jab but Serada is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baccalieri scores with a decent looking hook.
Serada misses the body punch
letting Baccalieri counter with a right hand.
Serada lands with a hook. Baccalieri tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Baccalieri misses with a double jab.
Bobby Baccalieri seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T1#
Serada thows a left - swing and a miss!
Baccalieri looks to land a left hand but Serada moved out of range nicely.
Serada ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Baccalieri moves away.
A counter left hand to the body from Baccalieri misses its target.
Serada fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Serada displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Baccalieri throws out the jab.
Baccalieri throws a right hand that misses
and Serada counters with a straight right hand.
Serada looks to land a combination but Baccalieri avoids it well.
Serada takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Baccalieri looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Baccalieri misses with an uppercut. Serada saw that one coming.
Baccalieri ducks under a wild hook from Serada.
A jab lands there for Baccalieri.
Serada walks into a stiff left hand from Baccalieri.#T2#
Baccalieri ducks under a wild hook from Serada.
Serada throws a jab when Baccalieri was well out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Nice straight punches there by Baccalieri. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Baccalieri.
Serada slips a straight right by Baccalieri.
Baccalieri throws a hook but Serada avoids it easily.
Baccalieri lands with a cross.
Baccalieri throws a sloppy body shot
and Serada counters with a left to the body.
Serada takes a swing at Baccalieri's ribcage but misses.
Baccalieri scores with a nice head shot.
Baccalieri misses with a hook. Serada ducked under it nicely.
Baccalieri scores with a jab.#ROC#
Serada is rocked!
Serada lands with a right hand.
Serada is still on wobbly legs! Can Baccalieri finish him?#T3#
Baccalieri throws a hook to the side of Serada's head but Serada sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Baccalieri drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Serada right on the button. Serada goes down! Baccalieri follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Baccalieri gets the win via TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bobby Baccalieri!
A victorious Bobby Baccalieri 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:
TAFC: Biffs & Brawls 12
Date: Mar 29, 2019 |
#R1#
La Vellei ducks under a wild hook from Baccalieri.
Baccalieri with a jab.
A big right from Baccalieri misses.
Jab, jab by Baccalieri - just one landing.
A decent looking cross lands there for La Vellei.
La Vellei misses with a jab, cross combination.
La Vellei displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Baccalieri throws out the jab.
La Vellei avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
La Vellei shoots in for a takedown but Baccalieri shows good takedown defense.
We've been told by Baccalieri's head coaches at RWB GYM that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Baccalieri looks to land a combination but La Vellei avoids it well.
A slow jab from Baccalieri misses its intended target.
La Vellei misses with a straight left.
Baccalieri connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
La Vellei ducks under a wild hook from Baccalieri.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
La Vellei lands an overhand right.
Baccalieri takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Baccalieri tries to move into range but La Vellei moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T1#
La Vellei displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Baccalieri throws out the jab.
La Vellei takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
La Vellei thows a left - swing and a miss!
Baccalieri is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
La Vellei misses with a hook
and Baccalieri cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
La Vellei throws a hook to the side of Baccalieri's head but Baccalieri sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from La Vellei. Baccalieri shrugs it off though.
Baccalieri scores with a jab. La Vellei acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
La Vellei lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Baccalieri circles away quickly and effectively.
La Vellei misses with a wild body shot.
La Vellei cracks Baccalieri with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from La Vellei.#TD2#
La Vellei looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Baccalieri tries to push off, looking to stand up, but La Vellei manages to move to mount!
#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baccalieri is looking to get to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
La Vellei looking to finish Baccalieri with some ground and pound. This is bad for Baccalieri!
Baccalieri is looking to improve his position but La Vellei isn't that keen on the idea.
Baccalieri tries to lock up and control but La Vellei gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him 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.
Baccalieri blocking the ground and pound. #T3#
La Vellei is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Baccalieri can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Baccalieri in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Baccalieri tries to reverse the position but La Vellei maintains control.
Baccalieri avoids a series of strikes thrown by La Vellei.
La Vellei working away from the top, dropping strikes.
La Vellei looking to finish with strikes here!
Baccalieri can't escape the position.
Baccalieri is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
La Vellei throwing strikes here but Baccalieri is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
#T4#
La Vellei lands a big elbow.
Baccalieri is trying desperately to improve position.#SUB2#
La Vellei wants to finish this one by submission but Baccalieri is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from La Vellei. #SUB2#
La Vellei has control of Baccalieri's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Baccalieri regains control of the situation pretty easily.
La Vellei 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jean Cristopher La Vellei dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
La Vellei paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Nice takedown defense from Baccalieri. No joy for La Vellei on that attempt.
Baccalieri moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Baccalieri lands a really nice looking cross but La Vellei seems unphased.
Baccalieri thows a left - swing and a miss!
La Vellei tries to score a power double leg takedown but Baccalieri sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten La Vellei somewhat.
Baccalieri takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
La Vellei fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Baccalieri sprawls well initially but La Vellei persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES#
Baccalieri has one foot on La Vellei's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
La Vellei fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Baccalieri avoids it really well and circles away.
Bobby Baccalieri has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jean Cristopher La Vellei.#T1#
La Vellei jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A little feinted left hand from Baccalieri on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
La Vellei avoids the body shot from Baccalieri.
#TD2#
La Vellei fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Baccalieri sprawls well initially but La Vellei persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Baccalieri is looking to improve his position.
Baccalieri might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
La Vellei not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
La Vellei tries to pass to full mount but Baccalieri defends it.
Baccalieri wants to control but La Vellei is keeping busy and won't allow it.
La Vellei prevents Baccalieri from improving his position.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw La Vellei working his ground and pound in the gym.#T2#
La Vellei sitting and controlling from the half guard.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
La Vellei 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.
Baccalieri slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T3#
La Vellei stopping the sweep attempt from Baccalieri.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Baccalieri looks to land a right hand but La Vellei moved out of range.#TD2#
La Vellei shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Baccalieri's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Baccalieri lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
La Vellei controlling the position.#T4#
Baccalieri wanted to stand there but La Vellei had control of the position.
Baccalieri wants to stand and escape but instead La Vellei has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVB#
Baccalieri is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Baccalieri seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Baccalieri has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but La Vellei has passed into side control.
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 Bobby Baccalieri will probably get the nod.
That's time! Baccalieri'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#
La Vellei dives in and grabs Baccalieri's left leg, looking for a takedown. Baccalieri pushes down on La Vellei's head and hops out.
A punch combination from Baccalieri misses.
Baccalieri takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bobby Baccalieri is winning the standup battle so far.#TD2#
La Vellei drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
La Vellei taking a breather here.
Baccalieri tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Jean Cristopher La Vellei has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
La Vellei working the strikes but Baccalieri uses the opportunity to regain half guard. #T1##ES#
Baccalieri kicks La Vellei off and gets back to his feet.
No luck for La Vellei with that takedown attempt.
La Vellei fails with the takedown.
Bobby Baccalieri has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jean Cristopher La Vellei.
La Vellei uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Baccalieri.
La Vellei scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
La Vellei fails with a takedown attempt.
Baccalieri misses with a right hand
enabling La Vellei to counter with a crisp jab.
La Vellei swinging wildly here.
Baccalieri slips a jab and a cross from La Vellei.
#T2#
La Vellei ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Baccalieri moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromLa Vellei.
La Vellei on the wrong end of a nice hook.
La Vellei scores with a three punch combo!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
La Vellei throws a body punch but Baccalieri moves out of range.
La Vellei looks to throw the jab but Baccalieri is out of range.
Bobby Baccalieri is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Baccalieri throws out a loose jab but La Vellei uses good head movement to avoid it.
Baccalieri thows a left - swing and a miss!
La Vellei fails with a takedown attempt.
Baccalieri throws an off balance right hand
letting La Vellei counter with a right hand.
La Vellei slips under a jab.
La Vellei fails with the takedown.
Baccalieri lands a two punch combo.
#T3#
La Vellei's corner calls for a 1-2. La Vellei obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
La Vellei looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
La Vellei uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Baccalieri.
Baccalieri cracks La Vellei with a good jab.
La Vellei shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Baccalieri defends it nicely.
La Vellei fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
A shot to the body from Baccalieri misses
and La Vellei counters with a one-two to the body.
Baccalieri throws a jab but it's blocked by La Vellei. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Baccalieri enables La Vellei to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Baccalieri manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.#T4#
Baccalieri keeping full guard, as La Vellei tries to pass.
Baccalieri can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as La Vellei controls the pace.#ES#
Baccalieri has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. La Vellei has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Baccalieri fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
La Vellei blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#BC2#
La Vellei breaks from the clinch.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from La Vellei.
La Vellei ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Bobby Baccalieri.
I think Baccalieri 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 Damien Edna scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 29:28
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bobby Baccalieri!
Bobby Baccalieri decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
TAFC: Biffs & Brawls 9
Date: Mar 10, 2019 |
#R1#
Eskenpopoludopulos takes one to the chin there.
Christos Eskenpopoludopulos seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Baccalieri bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Baccalieri looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Eskenpopoludopulos slips under a jab from Baccalieri.#CL2#
Eskenpopoludopulos gets a clinch.
Baccalieri lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Baccalieri fails to land.
Eskenpopoludopulos stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Eskenpopoludopulos fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Baccalieri misses with a hook from the clinch.
Eskenpopoludopulos tries to throw a body punch but Baccalieri avoids it by throwing Eskenpopoludopulos back against the cage.
Eskenpopoludopulos has a couple of punches blocked by Baccalieri.
Baccalieri swings wildly with an uppercut but Eskenpopoludopulos uses good head movement to avoid it.
Eskenpopoludopulos blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Baccalieri fails to land.
Baccalieri fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Eskenpopoludopulos blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Eskenpopoludopulos lands a hook that snaps the head of Baccalieri backwards.
Eskenpopoludopulos lands a hook to the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Baccalieri throws a head punch that misses.
A right handed body shot lands from Eskenpopoludopulos.
Baccalieri lands a left hand.
#T1#
A shot in the inside from Eskenpopoludopulos.
Eskenpopoludopulos doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Eskenpopoludopulos is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Eskenpopoludopulos controlling the action here for a moment.
Baccalieri swings wildly with an uppercut but Eskenpopoludopulos uses good head movement to avoid it.
Eskenpopoludopulos lands an uppercut.
Baccalieri misses with the head strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Baccalieri.
Eskenpopoludopulos blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Baccalieri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Baccalieri misses with some punches.
Eskenpopoludopulos blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Baccalieri swings wildly with an uppercut but Eskenpopoludopulos uses good head movement to avoid it.
Eskenpopoludopulos tries to throw a body punch but Baccalieri avoids it by throwing Eskenpopoludopulos back against the cage.
Eskenpopoludopulos lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Baccalieri backwards. #T2#
Baccalieri misses with a punch on the inside.
Eskenpopoludopulos blocks a punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Eskenpopoludopulos.
A head punch on the inside from Baccalieri fails to land.
Eskenpopoludopulos tries to work over Baccalieri's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Baccalieri blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Eskenpopoludopulos blocks an uppercut.
Eskenpopoludopulos swings wildly with an uppercut but Baccalieri uses good head movement to avoid it.
Baccalieri misses with some punches.
Baccalieri working aggressively here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Eskenpopoludopulos misses with a body punch.
Eskenpopoludopulos fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Baccalieri misses with a hook from the clinch.
A right handed body shot lands from Eskenpopoludopulos.
Baccalieri misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Eskenpopoludopulos.
Eskenpopoludopulos lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Baccalieri lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Eskenpopoludopulos can't find room to land a body shot as Baccalieri controls the action.
#T3#
Eskenpopoludopulos swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Eskenpopoludopulos lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Baccalieri backwards.
Baccalieri swings wildly with an uppercut but Eskenpopoludopulos uses good head movement to avoid it.
Baccalieri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Baccalieri lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Eskenpopoludopulos blocks an uppercut.
Baccalieri misses with a punch on the inside.
Baccalieri swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Baccalieri misses with a punch on the inside.
Eskenpopoludopulos digs a right hand underneath Baccalieri's ribcage. Baccalieri let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Baccalieri lands an uppercut.
A short right from Baccalieri on the inside.
Baccalieri misses with a punch on the inside.
Baccalieri misses with a punch on the inside.
Baccalieri misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Baccalieri.
Baccalieri throws a head punch that misses.
Eskenpopoludopulos trying to control the position but instead, Baccalieri has worked for underhooks and has pushed Eskenpopoludopulos into the cage.#T4#
Baccalieri lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Eskenpopoludopulos lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Baccalieri lands a hook to the side of the head.#ROC#
Eskenpopoludopulos is rocked!
Baccalieri throws a head punch that misses.
Baccalieri fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Baccalieri makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Eskenpopoludopulos is still on wobbly legs! Can Baccalieri finish him?
Eskenpopoludopulos blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Baccalieri fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Baccalieri fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Eskenpopoludopulos lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Baccalieri throws a head punch that misses.
Baccalieri misses with a punch on the inside.
Baccalieri swings wildly with an uppercut but Eskenpopoludopulos uses good head movement to avoid it.
Eskenpopoludopulos seems to have recovered his senses.
Baccalieri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Baccalieri throws a punch but it's blocked by Eskenpopoludopulos.
Baccalieri throws a punch but it's blocked by Eskenpopoludopulos.
Baccalieri misses with a hook from the clinch.
Baccalieri fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Eskenpopoludopulos blocks an uppercut.
Baccalieri prevents a body shot from Eskenpopoludopulos.
Eskenpopoludopulos has a couple of punches blocked by Baccalieri.
Baccalieri misses with a short punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bobby Baccalieri dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Eskenpopoludopulos throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Baccalieri scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#CL2#
Eskenpopoludopulos rushes Baccalieri and presses him up against the cage.
Baccalieri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Baccalieri has a couple of punches blocked by Eskenpopoludopulos.
Baccalieri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Eskenpopoludopulos lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Baccalieri backwards.
Baccalieri is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Eskenpopoludopulos can do to turn this around?
Eskenpopoludopulos working aggressively here.
Baccalieri creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Eskenpopoludopulos's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Eskenpopoludopulos drops to his knees and Baccalieri pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:36 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bobby Baccalieri!
After winning the bout, Bobby Baccalieri 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:
TAFC: Smith Jr vs Kuwabara
Date: Feb 02, 2019 |
#R1#
Serada throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Baccalieri was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Baccalieri throws an overhand right that lands on Serada's shoulder, as Serada tries to avoid the shot.
We've been told by Baccalieri's head coaches at RWB GYM that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Serada misses with a body shot
and Baccalieri counters with a nice body shot.
Serada throws a sloppy head kick and Baccalieri moves out of range easily.
Baccalieri jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Serada scores with the left hand. Baccalieri knows he should have avoided that one.
Serada keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Serada looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Serada misses with a looping left.
Baccalieri keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Serada.
Serada moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Serada misses with a hook to the body
and Baccalieri connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Baccalieri swings for the body but Serada moves out of range.
Serada misses with a wild body shot.
It looked like Baccalieri wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Serada takes a swing at Baccalieri's ribcage but misses.
Baccalieri misses with a hook.
Serada throws a head kick that misses.
Baccalieri throwing a counter right hand but Serada manages to avoid it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Baccalieri throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Serada stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#T1#
Serada throws an off balance right hand
enabling Baccalieri to counter with a crisp jab.
Serada throws a poor cross that misses
#KD#
and Baccalieri counters with a crisp one two that drops Serada! Baccalieri thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Serada to his feet! Serada is in big trouble!
Serada throws a head kick that misses.
Serada throws out a loose jab but Baccalieri uses good head movement to avoid it.
Serada moves out of range as Baccalieri strikes.
Baccalieri throws a shot from downtown. Serada moves away and avoids it.
Rudi Serada seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Serada missing with a left hand there. Baccalieri was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Baccalieri was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Serada rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Baccalieri cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Serada lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Baccalieri at a distance.
Serada misses with a body punch
and Baccalieri counters with a stiff right hand. #ROC#
Serada is rocked!
Serada is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Serada misses with a body shot
and Baccalieri counters with a huge left! Serada is in big trouble! He's backing up but Baccalieri isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Serada from any more damage. A dominating finish by Baccalieri!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bobby Baccalieri!
Bobby Baccalieri decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
SyFi 128
Date: Nov 11, 2018 |
#R1#
Baroni misses with a series of wild punches.
Baccalieri slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Baccalieri works over Baroni's head and body with a nice combination.
Baccalieri moves out of range of the strikes.
Baccalieri takes a swing at Baroni's ribcage but misses.
Baccalieri takes one to the chin there.
Baroni tries to bum rush Baccalieri with a series of wild strikes but Baccalieri uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
No joy there for Baroni, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Baccalieri throws an overhand right that lands on Baroni's shoulder, as Baroni tries to avoid the shot.
Baroni keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Baroni on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Baroni throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Baccalieri on the side of the head.
Baccalieri slips a jab from Baroni.#T1#
Baccalieri misses with a right hand
and Baroni counters with a straight right hand.
Baroni looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Baroni connects with a body shot that sends Baccalieri's belly button to the back.
Baccalieri lands a slapping body shot.
Baroni walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Baccalieri's jab looks to have found its range, popping Baroni under the eye.
Baccalieri misses with a looping left.
Baccalieri keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Baroni.
Baccalieri misses with a hook
and Baroni counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Baroni defending well as Baccalieri loads up on a big left hand.
Nice cross by Baroni.
Baccalieri throws a hook but Baroni avoids it easily.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Baccalieri.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Baroni looks to land a combination. Baccalieri sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Baroni throws out a loose jab but Baccalieri uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Baccalieri misses the target.
A little feinted left hand from Baroni on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Baccalieri throws a hook to the side of Baroni's head but Baroni sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Baccalieri swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Baroni went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Baroni throws a nice looking combination but Baccalieri bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Baccalieri scores with a crisp jab that stopped Baroni in his tracks.
A jab lands there for Baroni.
Baroni swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Baroni misses with a right hand #CL2#
and Baccalieri holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Baroni is pushing Baccalieri up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Baccalieri lands a left hand that snaps the head of Baroni backwards.
Baccalieri misses with a short punch on the inside.
Baroni blocks an uppercut.
Baroni blocking some punches.
#T3#
Baroni looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Baroni wants to get back to striking at distance but Baccalieri won't allow it.
A short right from Baroni on the inside.
Baccalieri working aggressively here.
Baroni blocks an uppercut.
#BC#
Baroni breaks from the clinch.
Baroni bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Baccalieri's head backwards.
Nice straight punches there by Baccalieri. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Baccalieri.
Baccalieri lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Baccalieri swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Baccalieri misses with a hook
and Baroni counters with a left to the body.
Baroni misses with a hook. Baccalieri ducked under it nicely.
Baccalieri wants to counter with a clinch but Baroni pushes him away.
A punch combination from Baroni misses.
Baccalieri dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baccalieri looks to land a right hand but Baroni moved out of range.
Baccalieri blocks a jab.#T4#
Baccalieri misses with a lunging right hand
and Baroni counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Baccalieri moves out of range of the strikes.
Baccalieri missing with a left hand there. Baroni was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Baroni is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
A big left from Baroni misses.
Baccalieri keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Baroni.
Baccalieri lands a lovely overhand right.
Baroni swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Baccalieri slips under a jab.
Baccalieri connects with a looping right hand.
Baccalieri slips under a jab from Baroni.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Baroni takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Baroni throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Baccalieri jabbing away but nothing is landing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Bobby Baccalieri will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Baroni throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Baccalieri.
Baroni tries to move into range but Baccalieri moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Phillip Baroni is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Baccalieri listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Baroni moves out of range as Baccalieri strikes.
Baccalieri misses with a straight left.
A big left from Baroni misses.
Baccalieri misses with a looping right.
Baccalieri looks to land a left hand but Baroni moved out of range nicely.
Baccalieri closes the distance and lands a one-two.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baroni jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Baccalieri getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Baccalieri slips a jab and a cross from Baroni.
Baroni is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Baccalieri works Baroni's body with a nice hook.
Baroni lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Baccalieri circles away quickly and effectively.#T1#
Baroni throws a jab when Baccalieri was well out of range.
Baccalieri moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Baroni keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Baccalieri.
Baroni connects with a jab.
Baccalieri jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#CUT2#
It looks like Phillip Baroni has been cut.
Nice defenses there by Baroni.
Baccalieri throws a shot from downtown. Baroni moves away and avoids it.
Baccalieri throws out a loose jab but Baroni uses good head movement to avoid it.
Baroni with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Baccalieri to score with a decent uppercut.#ROC2#
Baroni is rocked!
Baccalieri ducks under a wild hook from Baroni.
Bobby Baccalieri seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Baccalieri takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Baccalieri throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Nice defenses there by Baroni.#T2#
A big right from Baroni misses.
Baccalieri throws a predictable looking body shot
and Baroni cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baroni has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Oh Baroni is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Baroni throws a lazy uppercut
#CL2#
and Baccalieri holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Baroni seems to have got his legs back now.
Baccalieri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Baccalieri misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Baroni manages to break the clinch.
Baccalieri lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
A big right from Baccalieri misses.
Baroni rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Baccalieri moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A swing and a miss from Baccalieri.
Nice defenses there by Baroni.
Baroni walks into a stiff left hand from Baccalieri.#T3#
Baroni throws a right and a left that both miss.
Baccalieri keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Baroni.
Baccalieri throws a hook to the side of Baroni's head but Baroni sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Baccalieri loads up on a big right hand but Baroni slips the punch.
Baroni takes a swing at Baccalieri's ribcage but misses.
Baccalieri throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Baroni counters with a stiff right hand.
Baccalieri misses with a looping right.
Baroni throws a combination. Baccalieri tries to block but a couple of punches get through.#ROC#
Baccalieri is rocked!
Baroni swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Baroni's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Baccalieri connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Baroni scrambles back to his feet.
Baccalieri throws a looping overhand right but Baroni ducks down to avoid it.
Baccalieri uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Baroni.
Baccalieri is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Baroni throws a big shot that misses.#T4#
Baccalieri thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sloppy strikes from Baroni. Those never looked like landing.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baroni throws a combination that misses #CL2#
and Baccalieri counters by moving into the clinch.
Baroni gets through Baccalieri's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Baccalieri working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Baroni is trying to break the clinch but Baccalieri has him pressed against the cage.
Baccalieri misses with a hook from the clinch.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Baccalieri creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Baccalieri fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Baccalieri.
Baroni blocking some punches.
Baccalieri lands with a left to the head.
Baroni wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Baccalieri gets through Baroni's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Baccalieri.
Baroni wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Baroni works on Baccalieri's body with a couple of short punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bobby Baccalieri showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Phillip Baroni's cut.
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#
Baccalieri lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A looping hook to the body misses from Baccalieri. Baroni does a little dance to reset his feet.
Baroni throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A big right from Baroni misses.
Baroni moves out of range as Baccalieri strikes.
Baccalieri ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Baroni moves away.
Baroni uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Baccalieri.
Baccalieri throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Baroni stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Baroni fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Baccalieri on the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baccalieri uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Baroni.
Baroni uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Baccalieri.
Nice defenses there by Baccalieri.
Baccalieri moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
Baccalieri throws a sloppy body shot
and Baroni counters with a left to the body.
Baccalieri slips under a jab from Baroni.
Baroni ducks under a wild hook from Baccalieri.
Baroni is looking to counter punch.
Baroni throws a lazy right hand but Baccalieri sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Baccalieri blocks a jab.
Baroni misses with a body shot.
Baccalieri pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Baccalieri uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Baroni misses with an uppercut. Baccalieri saw that one coming.
Baccalieri fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Baroni on the side of the head.
Baroni moves out of range as Baccalieri strikes.
A big left from Baroni misses.
Baroni lands a nice shot that snaps Baccalieri's head back.
#T2#
Baccalieri gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Baccalieri pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Baroni was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Baroni throws a series of punches but Baccalieri avoids them all with ease.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baccalieri throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Baroni sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Baroni slips under a jab from Baccalieri.
Baroni's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Baccalieri connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Baroni scrambles back to his feet.
Baccalieri swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Baroni seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Baroni bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Baroni scores with a jab to the body.
Baroni missing with a left hand there. Baccalieri was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Baccalieri is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Baccalieri missing with a left hand there. Baroni was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Baroni misses with a looping left.
Bobby Baccalieri is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Baccalieri lands with a cross.
Baroni misses with a straight right.
Baccalieri misses with a hook.
Nice body punch from Baroni.
Baccalieri misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Baroni.
Baroni throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Baccalieri throws out a loose jab but Baroni uses good head movement to avoid it.
Baroni ducks right into an uppercut from Baccalieri.
Baroni throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Baccalieri sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Baroni avoids the body shot from Baccalieri.
Baroni went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
A slow jab from Baroni misses its intended target.
Baccalieri throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T4#
Baroni displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Baccalieri throws out the jab.
Baccalieri misses with a straight right.
Baroni's corner calls for a 1-2. Baroni obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Baccalieri ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Baroni moves away.
Baccalieri moves away from the strike by Baroni.
Baroni moves out of range of the strikes.
Baccalieri blocks a jab.
Baccalieri misses with a straight left.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Baroni swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Baccalieri's jab looks to have found its range, popping Baroni under the eye.
Baccalieri rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Baroni moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Baroni throwing a counter right hand but Baccalieri manages to avoid it.
Phillip Baroni has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Baroni throws a left and a right that both miss
#CL2#
and Baccalieri counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Baccalieri.
Baroni blocking some punches.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Bobby Baccalieri.
Well Baccalieri 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 Topper Green scores the fight 27:30
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bobby Baccalieri!
A very excited looking Bobby Baccalieri 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:
NJMMA XS 13
Date: Sep 22, 2018 |
#R1#
Baccalieri just misses with a punch to the body.
#CL#
Weight gets a clinch.
Weight lands a body punch.
A short right from Baccalieri on the inside.
Baccalieri tries to break the clinch but Weight is controlling the position.
Baccalieri misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC2#
Baccalieri breaks from the clinch.
Baccalieri fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#CL#
Weight clinches up with Baccalieri and pushes him back against the cage.
Weight misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Weight.
Weight misses with a shot to the kidneys.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Weight tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Baccalieri misses with a hook from the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Weight.
Weight lands with a left to the head.
A shot in the inside from Weight.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A shot in the inside from Baccalieri.
A short right from Baccalieri. #T1#
Weight digs a right hand into Baccalieri's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Baccalieri's gas tank. #BC2#
Baccalieri breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Baccalieri shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Weight eats them both and turns towards Baccalieri to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Baccalieri throws an overhand right that lands on Weight's shoulder, as Weight tries to avoid the shot.
Weight misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Baccalieri cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Weight takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
#CL#
Weight clinches up with Baccalieri and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Baccalieri escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Weight scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Baccalieri scores with a body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Weight swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Weight misses the jab.
Baccalieri looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Weight connects with a body shot.
Weight moves in looking to clinch but Baccalieri pushes him off.#T2#
Weight drops his hands momentarily and Baccalieri takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Baccalieri takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Weight misses with a right hand
and Baccalieri counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Weight uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Baccalieri.
Weight misses the jab.
Weight tries to clinch
and Baccalieri counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL#
Weight gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Weight blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Baccalieri fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Weight.
Weight lands with a light punch inside.
A short body shot lands from Weight as the two fighters clinch.
Baccalieri throws a head punch that misses.
Baccalieri lands with a light punch inside.
Weight misses with the head strike.
Weight lands a body shot in the clinch.
#T3#
Baccalieri misses with a short punch on the inside.
Baccalieri makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Weight lands a right hand.
Weight lands a right hand that snaps the head of Baccalieri backwards.
Baccalieri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Weight blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Weight misses with the head strike.
Weight can't find room to land a body shot as Baccalieri controls the action.
Baccalieri can't break the clinch.
Weight misses with a short punch on the inside.
Baccalieri prevents a body shot from Weight.
Baccalieri wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Weight has him pressed against the cage.
Weight prevents Baccalieri from breaking the clinch.
Weight lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Baccalieri fails to land.
Baccalieri wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Weight has him pressed against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Baccalieri fails to land.
Weight has Baccalieri pressed against the cage, preventing Baccalieri from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Baccalieri wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
#T4#
Weight scores with a hook to the body.
Weight is working Baccalieri over against the cage.
Weight tries a body shot but Baccalieri blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Baccalieri fails to land.
Baccalieri has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Weight seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Baccalieri can turn it around.
Weight prevents Baccalieri from breaking the clinch.
Weight pushes Baccalieri back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Baccalieri misses with a punch on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Weight prevents Baccalieri from breaking the clinch.
Baccalieri has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Weight keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Baccalieri's efforts to push away.
Weight softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Baccalieri swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Weight pushes Baccalieri back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Baccalieri is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Weight misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Baccalieri fails to land.
Good body shot from Weight.
Baccalieri looks winded!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Still in the clinch, Weight scores with a nice short uppercut.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Weight.
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 Middle Weight will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Weight throws a poor cross that misses
and Baccalieri counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL#
Weight instigates a clinch.
Baccalieri wants to break free but Weight has control.
Weight lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Weight blocks an uppercut.
Middle Weight has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Baccalieri blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Baccalieri blocking some punches.
Baccalieri throws a head punch that misses.
Still in the clinch, Baccalieri scores with a nice short uppercut.
Baccalieri wants to get back to striking at distance but Weight won't allow it.
Weight swings wildly with an uppercut but Baccalieri uses good head movement to avoid it.
Baccalieri throws a head punch that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Baccalieri.
Weight blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Baccalieri throws a head punch that misses.
Weight lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Weight misses with some punches.
#BC2#
Baccalieri breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bobby Baccalieri seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T1#
Weight throws a jab but it's blocked by Baccalieri.
Baccalieri is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Baccalieri connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Weight's hands.
Weight throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Baccalieri looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Baccalieri jabs Weight right on the nose. Weight blinks but takes it well.
Weight doesn't manage to clinch there - Baccalieri circles away.
Jab by Baccalieri.
Baccalieri throws a hook but Weight avoids it easily.
As Baccalieri tries to get set, Weight tries to push him back and clinch up but Baccalieri manages to avoid the attempt.
Good exchange - Baccalieri coming out on top.
Baccalieri throws a body punch but Weight moves out of range.
Weight scores with a punch to the head.
Baccalieri lands with an overhand left.
Weight uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Baccalieri.
Weight was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Weight throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T2#
Baccalieri jabs at Weight's body.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Weight takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Weight lands the left hand.
Weight takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#CL#
Weight moves into the clinch successfully.
A short right from Baccalieri on the inside.
Weight presses Baccalieri against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Baccalieri has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Baccalieri tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Weight misses with a short punch on the inside.
Weight misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Baccalieri misses with some punches.
#BC2#
Baccalieri pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Weight doesn't manage to clinch there - Baccalieri circles away.
Baccalieri swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Baccalieri scores with a nice right hand.
#T3#
Weight darts in trying to clinch
letting Baccalieri counter with a right hand. #KD#
Oooooh!!! Weight has knocked Baccalieri down with a huge combo! Weight steps away and waves a wobbly Baccalieri back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#
Baccalieri is rocked!
Weight throws a hook to the side of Baccalieri's head but Baccalieri sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Baccalieri is still on wobbly legs! Can Weight finish him?
Baccalieri throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice jab there from Baccalieri.
Baccalieri seems to have recovered his senses.
A big left from Weight misses.
Weight wants to clinch.
Baccalieri throws out a counter right but Weight avoids it with no problem.
Weight scores with a hook to the body. Baccalieri takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Baccalieri misses the shot to the body.
Baccalieri misses with a right hand
and Weight counters with a left to the body.
Weight looks to throw the jab but Baccalieri is out of range.
Baccalieri swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Baccalieri misses with a left hand
and Weight connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Weight misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Weight throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Baccalieri misses with a series of wild punches.
Baccalieri is breathing heavily.
Weight takes one to the side of the head.
Baccalieri throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Weight connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
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 Middle Weight will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Baccalieri loads up on a big right hand but Weight slips the punch.
Baccalieri cracks Weight with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Weight throws a jab but it's blocked by Baccalieri.
Baccalieri connects with a body shot that sends Weight's belly button to the back.
Weight on the wrong end of a nice hook.
A looping hook to the body misses from Baccalieri. Weight does a little dance to reset his feet.#CL#
Weight moves into the clinch.
Baccalieri misses with a punch on the inside.
Weight lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC2#
Baccalieri pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baccalieri pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Baccalieri loads up on a big right hand but Weight slips the punch.
Baccalieri throws a body shot but no joy.
Baccalieri throws a jab but it's blocked by Weight. #T1#
Weight misses with a wild combination.
A shot to the body from Baccalieri misses
enabling Weight to counter with a crisp jab.
The fighters circling - Weight throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Weight tries to clinch but Baccalieri moves away
and Weight takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Weight digs a good body shot into Baccalieri's ribs.
Baccalieri looks to throw the jab but Weight is out of range.
Weight is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Baccalieri.
Weight throws a nice looking combination but Baccalieri bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Weight misses with a left hand
and Baccalieri counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Baccalieri with a jab.
Weight throws a body punch but Baccalieri moves out of range.
Baccalieri with a hook.
Weight will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Weight tries to clinch there but Baccalieri circles away.
Weight takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Baccalieri rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#CL#
and Weight holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Weight lands with a short shot to the head.
Baccalieri has had enough of the clinch but Weight keeps him there for the moment.
Baccalieri blocks a body shot from Weight.
Weight pushes Baccalieri back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Weight tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Baccalieri's elbow.
Weight tries to throw a body punch but Baccalieri avoids it by throwing Weight back against the cage.
Baccalieri misses with a punch on the inside.
A right hook to the body lands for Weight.
Baccalieri takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Baccalieri throws a punch but it's blocked by Weight.
Weight working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Baccalieri throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Baccalieri pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bobby Baccalieri has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Weight misses with a body shot
and Baccalieri counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL#
Weight clinches up with Baccalieri and pushes him back against the cage.
Weight stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Weight stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Weight misses with a hook to the ribs.
Weight keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Baccalieri's efforts to push away.
Weight lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Weight presses Baccalieri against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Weight lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Weight lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Weight keeps control of Baccalieri as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Nice body punch from Weight.
Weight scores with a shoulder strike.
Weight is leaning against Baccalieri and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Weight 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!
Weight lands with a light punch inside. #T4#
Weight pushes Baccalieri back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Weight lands a body shot.
Still in the clinch, Weight scores with a nice short uppercut.#KD#
Weight drops Baccalieri onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Baccalieri is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Baccalieri throws a head punch that misses.
Weight lands a body punch.
Weight lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Weight lands a big right hand that drops Baccalieri! The killer instinct kicks in and Weight finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by Weight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Middle Weight!
Our winner, Middle Weight, 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:
GPG 32
Date: May 05, 2018 |
#R1#
Good shot there by Baccalieri.
Baccalieri misses with a hook.
Baccalieri scores with a nice strike.
Baccalieri lands the left hand.
A big left from Baccalieri misses.
Irby is looking for the big counter here.
Irby takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Baccalieri misses with a wild body shot.
Irby counters with a body kick.
Nice cross by Baccalieri.
Baccalieri jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Baccalieri comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Baccalieri clobbers Irby with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T1#
Baccalieri lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Irby at a distance.
Irby takes one on the button.
Baccalieri thows a left - swing and a miss!
Despite the aggression on Irby's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Irby needs to keep his hands up - Baccalieri had a free shot at his head there.
Nice defenses there by Irby.
Irby throws a counter combo.
Baccalieri digs a good body shot into Irby's ribs.
Nice jab there from Baccalieri.
Baccalieri cracks Irby with a right hand to the side of the head.#T2#
Baccalieri connects with a jab.
Baccalieri lands a nice shot to the body.
Baccalieri is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Baccalieri throws a body shot but no joy.
Baccalieri looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bobby Baccalieri seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Baccalieri throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Baccalieri swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Baccalieri with a hook.
Baccalieri throws out a loose jab but Irby uses good head movement to avoid it.
Irby throws a counter combo.
Baccalieri throws out a loose jab but Irby uses good head movement to avoid it.
Baccalieri scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Irby needs to keep his hands up - Baccalieri had a free shot at his head there.
Baccalieri throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Irby on the side of the head.
Baccalieri throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Irby unleashes a big counter combination but Baccalieri bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Baccalieri scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Irby doesn't seem bothered though.
Baccalieri scores with a hook.
Irby gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Baccalieri lands a nice shot to the body.
Baccalieri fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Irby on the side of the head.
Baccalieri misses with a straight left. #T4#
Irby with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Baccalieri to score with a decent uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Irby displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Baccalieri throws out the jab.
Irby is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Baccalieri misses with a hook.
Irby takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Baccalieri pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
It seemed like Irby was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nice cross by Baccalieri.
Baccalieri scores with a jab to the head.
Baccalieri throws a hook but Irby avoids it easily.
Irby looks like he wants to counter punch here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bobby Baccalieri dominated that round.
That's time! Baccalieri's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Baccalieri digs a good body shot into Irby's ribs.
Baccalieri throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Baccalieri lands a nice shot to the body.
Baccalieri jabs Irby right on the nose. Irby blinks but takes it well.
Baccalieri ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Irby blocks a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baccalieri throws a lazy uppercut
and Irby counters with a nice uppercut.
Baccalieri with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Irby keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
As Baccalieri backs off Irby throws a huge counter combo but Baccalieri manages to avoid it all.#T1#
Irby gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Irby slips a jab from Baccalieri.
Irby lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
A punch lands to the side of Irby 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Irby gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Baccalieri throws a lazy uppercut
and Irby counters with a nice body shot.
Baccalieri dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Baccalieri is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Irby can do to turn this around?
Baccalieri lands with a nice body punch.
Baccalieri with a nice cross.#T2#
Baccalieri throws a jab but it's blocked by Irby.
Baccalieri misses with a straight left.
It seemed like Irby was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Irby doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Baccalieri just misses with a punch to the body.
Baccalieri lands with an uppercut that bounces Irby off the cage and back into range.
Irby slips under a jab from Baccalieri.
A left lands for Baccalieri.
Baccalieri 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.
Baccalieri misses with an uppercut.
Irby doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T3#
Baccalieri misses with a looping left.
Irby unleashes a big counter combination but Baccalieri bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Irby keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Baccalieri.
Baccalieri lands with a shot to the body.
Baccalieri lands with a right hand.
Baccalieri misses with a wild body shot.
Irby unleashes a big counter combination but Baccalieri bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Baccalieri throws a hook but Irby avoids it easily.
A shot to the liver by Baccalieri. Beautiful body shot.
Baccalieri throws a body punch but Irby moves out of range. #T4#
Baccalieri scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Baccalieri just misses with a punch to the body.
Irby looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Baccalieri fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Irby looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Baccalieri misses with a right hand
and Irby counters with a left and a right that stings Baccalieri.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Baccalieri misses with a lunging right hand
#KD2#
and Irby counters with a crisp one two that drops Baccalieri! Irby thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Baccalieri to his feet! Baccalieri is in big trouble!#ROC2#
Baccalieri is rocked!
Baccalieri lands with an overhand left.
Baccalieri uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bobby Baccalieri dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Irby moves away from the strike by Baccalieri.
Irby unleashes a big counter combination but Baccalieri bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Irby takes one on the button.
Andrew Irby is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Irby uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Baccalieri.
Irby feints a counter leg kick.
Baccalieri misses the jab.
Irby unleashes a big counter combination but Baccalieri bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Baccalieri takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Baccalieri with a nice cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baccalieri rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Irby counters with a straight right hand.
Baccalieri connects with a body shot.
A jab from Baccalieri does it's job there.#T1#
Baccalieri connects with a right hand. Irby shakes it off.
Baccalieri misses with a wild body shot.
Baccalieri scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Baccalieri scores with a jab. Irby acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Baccalieri throws a body punch but Irby moves out of range.
Irby throws out a counter right but Baccalieri avoids it with no problem.
A big left from Baccalieri misses.
As Baccalieri backs off Irby throws a huge counter combo but Baccalieri manages to avoid it all.
Irby tries to move into range but Baccalieri moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Irby takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Andrew Irby has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Baccalieri misses with a wild body shot.
Irby is looking for the big counter here.
Baccalieri changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Baccalieri connects with a jab.
Baccalieri cracks a nice hook into Irby's ribs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Decent striking displayed by Baccalieri there.
Baccalieri misses with a hook.
Irby takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Baccalieri sizes up Irby with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bobby Baccalieri is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Baccalieri scores with a punch to the head.
Baccalieri connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Irby shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Baccalieri connects with a single shot there.
Baccalieri uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Baccalieri lands a glancing blow to the side of Irby's head.
Bobby Baccalieri is winning the standup battle so far.
Baccalieri misses with a hook. Irby ducked under it nicely.
Irby looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Baccalieri slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T4#
Irby takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
A slow jab from Baccalieri misses its intended target.
A little jabbing left from Irby on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Baccalieri's corner calls for a 1-2. Baccalieri obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Baccalieri dips to his left and cracks Irby with an uppercut!
Baccalieri swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Irby.
Baccalieri lands a right hook to the body.
Baccalieri looks to throw the jab but Irby is out of range.
As Baccalieri backs off Irby throws a huge counter combo but Baccalieri manages to avoid it all.
Irby has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Irby drops his hands momentarily and Baccalieri takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bobby Baccalieri showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Baccalieri 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 Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 30:25
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 30:25
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 30:25
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bobby Baccalieri!
Our winner, Bobby Baccalieri, 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:
PFF 18 Hole vs Steve
Date: Jan 27, 2018 |
#R1#
Baccalieri throws a good cross that connects.
Baccalieri throws a shot to the body.
Baccalieri dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Baccalieri punishes Sanchez's body with a nice straight punch.
Baccalieri throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Baccalieri throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Baccalieri waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sanchez.
Sanchez misses with a shot to the body
and Baccalieri counters with a right hand to the body.
Nice defenses there by Sanchez.
Sanchez throwing a counter right hand but Baccalieri manages to avoid it.
Baccalieri cracks Sanchez with a right hand to the side of the head.
Baccalieri jabs Sanchez to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Baccalieri scores with a jab to the jaw.
Sanchez has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Jitsu Jim in the buildup to the fight.
Baccalieri scores with a crisp jab that stopped Sanchez in his tracks.
Sanchez takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Sanchez tries to bum rush Baccalieri with a series of wild strikes but Baccalieri uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Sanchez avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#T1#
Sanchez misses with a body kick.
Baccalieri misses with a straight right.
A looping hook to the body misses from Sanchez. Baccalieri does a little dance to reset his feet.
Baccalieri thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sanchez feinted with a counter takedown.
Sanchez throws a right hand that misses
and Baccalieri counters with a nice uppercut.
Baccalieri circles away from the clinch attempt
and Baccalieri counters with a straight right hand.
Sanchez takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Sanchez just misses with a punch to the body.
Sanchez tries to clinch but fails miserably
letting Baccalieri counter with a right hand.
Sanchez has his takedown stuffed
and Baccalieri counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #ROC2#
Sanchez is rocked!
Baccalieri works Sanchez's body with a nice hook.
Baccalieri has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Sanchez is landing a low percentage of strikes.#T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Baccalieri misses the target.
Baccalieri has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Baccalieri throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Baccalieri jabs at Sanchez's body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sanchez tries to move into range but Baccalieri moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Sanchez fails with an attempt to clinch.
Baccalieri is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sanchez.
Baccalieri jabs Sanchez to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Baccalieri keeps the fight on the outside.
Sanchez throws a series of punches but Baccalieri moves out of range.
Baccalieri lands the left hand.
Sanchez takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Baccalieri digs a good hook to Sanchez's body.
#CL#
Sanchez pushes Baccalieri up against the cage in a clinch.
Baccalieri tries to circle away but Sanchez has him pinned against the cage.#T3#
Sanchez takes a shot to the head.
Sanchez tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Baccalieri's elbow.
Baccalieri wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Baccalieri tries to circle away but Sanchez has him pinned against the cage.
Sanchez lands a left hand.
Baccalieri is looking to break free of the clinch but Sanchez has double underhooks.
Baccalieri is trying to force a seperation but Sanchez has the dominant position.
Sanchez digs a right hand into Baccalieri's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Baccalieri's gas tank.
Baccalieri blocking some punches.
Sanchez misses with a hook to the ribs.
Sanchez tries to work over Baccalieri's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Baccalieri.
Sanchez blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sanchez blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Baccalieri wants to break free but Sanchez has control.
Baccalieri makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Sanchez is leaning against Baccalieri and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A head punch on the inside from Baccalieri fails to land. #T4#
Baccalieri blocks an uppercut.
Sanchez keeps control of Baccalieri as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Baccalieri swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Baccalieri scores with a nice hook to the head.
Sanchez can't find room to land a body shot as Baccalieri controls the action.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#BC2#
Baccalieri breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Baccalieri displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sanchez throws out the jab.
Sanchez moves in looking to clinch but Baccalieri pushes him off.
Baccalieri let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Sanchez wants to land a leg kick but Baccalieri is out of range.
Sanchez takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
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!
Baccalieri throws a shot from downtown. Sanchez moves away and avoids it.
Sanchez throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Baccalieri connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bobby Baccalieri 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#
Sanchez takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Baccalieri swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Sanchez takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Sanchez moves out of range as Baccalieri strikes.
Baccalieri throws a jab when Sanchez was well out of range.
Sanchez tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Baccalieri counters with a right hand to the body.
A big right from Baccalieri misses.
Baccalieri swings and misses with a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Baccalieri, as that shot connected.
Baccalieri looks to land a right hand but Sanchez moved out of range.
Sanchez takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Baccalieri lands a right hook to the body.
#T1#
Sanchez slips a straight right by Baccalieri.
Sanchez stalks Baccalieri and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Baccalieri's face. Baccalieri staggers backwards, shaken.
Sanchez misses with a body shot.
Sanchez tries to clinch but Baccalieri is having none of it.
Baccalieri throws a jab when Sanchez was well out of range.
Sanchez tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Baccalieri swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Baccalieri throws a poor cross that misses
and Sanchez counters with a one-two to the body.
Baccalieri throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sanchez moves to clinch but Baccalieri breaks away
and Baccalieri counters with a nice uppercut.
Baccalieri throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sanchez sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Sanchez tries to clinch but Baccalieri moves out of range.
Baccalieri throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T2#
Baccalieri looks to land a left hand but Sanchez moved out of range nicely.
Sanchez moves out of range of the strikes.
Sanchez is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Baccalieri.
Bobby Baccalieri is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sanchez tries to clinch but Baccalieri is having none of it.
Sanchez avoids the body shot from Baccalieri.
Sanchez looks for the body kick but Baccalieri saw that one coming.
Sanchez moves out of range as Baccalieri strikes.
Sanchez misses with a double jab
and Baccalieri makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Baccalieri throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sanchez uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Baccalieri.
Baccalieri avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bobby Baccalieri seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sanchez tries to bum rush Baccalieri with a series of wild strikes but Baccalieri uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Sanchez takes a swing at Baccalieri's ribcage but misses.
A little jabbing left from Baccalieri on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T3#
Sanchez walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Baccalieri checks the leg kick nicely there.
Sanchez fails in his attempt to clinch.
Baccalieri swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sanchez gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Baccalieri throws a looping overhand right but Sanchez ducks down to avoid it.
Baccalieri takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Baccalieri jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Baccalieri lands the left hand.
Oh Sanchez is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Baccalieri misses with a looping left.
Sanchez seems to have got his legs back now.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Baccalieri lands with a shot to the body.
Sanchez takes one to the side of the head.
Baccalieri throws a jab when Sanchez was well out of range.
Baccalieri misses the shot to the body. #T4#
Baccalieri throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sanchez sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Donk. Baccalieri catches Sanchez right on the button with a cross.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL#
Sanchez gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Still in the clinch, Baccalieri scores with a nice short uppercut.
A frustrated look appears on Baccalieri's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Baccalieri lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Sanchez is looking to control Baccalieri's arms but Baccalieri gets an underhook and turns him. Now Sanchez has his back to the cage.
Sanchez keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Baccalieri's efforts to push away.
Sanchez blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A right handed body shot lands from Sanchez.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Sanchez.
Baccalieri is trying to break free.
Sanchez lands a left hand that snaps the head of Baccalieri backwards.
Baccalieri blocks an uppercut.
Baccalieri throws a head punch that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bobby Baccalieri showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Sanchez's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Baccalieri misses with an uppercut. #TD#
Sanchez drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Sanchez tries to score with some ground and pound. Baccalieri controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Sanchez tries to advance to mount but can't.
Baccalieri can't do much from the bottom here.
Baccalieri dodges the ground and pound from Sanchez.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sanchez postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Sanchez working the ground and pound but Baccalieri is defending the strikes. #SUB#
Sanchez thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Baccalieri can do anything to dispel that myth.
You can see the frustration on Baccalieri's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T1#
I wouldn't like to be where Baccalieri is right now.
Sanchez trying to control the position but Baccalieri is working away.
Baccalieri manages to get back to half guard.
Baccalieri is staying active underneath Sanchez, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Baccalieri is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sanchez thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Baccalieri's head. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Baccalieri tries to kick Sanchez off but Sanchez keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Sanchez throwing shots but Baccalieri is blocking nicely.
Baccalieri is looking to escape.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Sanchez displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Baccalieri throws out the jab.
It looked like Sanchez wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Baccalieri changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Sanchez is looking to wear down Baccalieri with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Sanchez swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Baccalieri counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sanchez closes the distance looking to clinch
and Baccalieri counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sanchez uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Baccalieri.
Sanchez tried to counter with a leg kick but Baccalieri avoided it.#TD#
Baccalieri tries to sprawl but Sanchez drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Sanchez throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Bobby Baccalieri is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Baccalieri tries to roll over but Sanchez keeps him under control.
Sanchez is looking to take a break and control but Baccalieri is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Baccalieri is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Sanchez scores with a couple of nice shots.
Baccalieri slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Baccalieri wants to stand up but Sanchez is controlling him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sanchez trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Sanchez working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Baccalieri's head.
Sanchez content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Miguel Sanchez has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Baccalieri is pulling down on Sanchez's head to control his posture.
Baccalieri is looking to stand up but Sanchez isn't so interested in that idea.
Baccalieri takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Baccalieri avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Sanchez postures up and lands a big shot to Baccalieri's brow.
Sanchez passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Sanchez working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Sanchez tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
Miguel Sanchez showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Baccalieri 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 Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 28:29
Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 28:29
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bobby Baccalieri!
Bobby Baccalieri thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
SNPF: Brazil
Date: Dec 02, 2017 |
#R1#
Baccalieri lands with an uppercut that bounces Cockhold off the ropes and back into range.
Baccalieri connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Baccalieri lands with a cross. #ROC#
Cockhold is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Luke Cockhold has been cut.
Bobby Baccalieri seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Baccalieri flashes Cockhold a smile before throwing a beast of a right hand, straight down the pipe. Cockhold's eyes follow the hand right onto his nose, taking in it's full glory... and then darkness. Cockhold crumples to the floor! He's out cold! Baccalieri punches the air and yells at the top of his lungs - yeeeeeeeeeeah!!!! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bobby Baccalieri!
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Event:
SNPF: Japan
Date: Nov 04, 2017 |
#R1#
Nice uppercut lands for Baccalieri. That snapped Zylo's head back.
Baccalieri keeps the fight on the outside.
Zylo tries to close the distance and clinch up but Baccalieri swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Zylo pushes Baccalieri up against the ropes in a clinch.
Baccalieri working hard to break the clinch.
Zylo landing knees to the body.
Baccalieri wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Zylo has him pressed against the ropes.
Zylo with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Zylo lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Zylo throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Baccalieri blocks it with crossed arms.
Baccalieri working hard to break the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Baccalieri avoiding damage as Zylo throws knees to the body.
#KD#
Zylo drops Baccalieri with a big knee straight up the middle! Baccalieri is covering up against the ropes but manages to escape and gets back to his feet! #ROC#
Baccalieri is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Zylo drives through and clinches with Baccalieri against the ropes.
Zylo throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Baccalieri blocks it with crossed arms. #T1#
Kneeeeees! The crowd are calling for knees to the body. Zylo obliges.
A knee to the head by Zylo.
Baccalieri is still on wobbly legs! Can Zylo finish him?
Baccalieri looks winded!
Zylo with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Zylo using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Zylo throws a knee to the head but misses.
Baccalieri seems to have recovered his senses.
Zylo landing knees to the body.
Baccalieri takes a knee right on the jaw!
Zylo lands a body shot.
Zylo scores with a knee to the head.
#KD#
Zylo drops Baccalieri with a big knee straight up the middle! Baccalieri is covering up against the ropes but manages to escape and gets back to his feet!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Zylo lands with an uppercut that bounces Baccalieri off the ropes and back into range.#CL#
Zylo has closed the distance and engaged Baccalieri in a clinch.
#T2#
Zylo is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Zylo crunches a lovely knee into Baccalieri's ribcage.
Zylo using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Baccalieri has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Baccalieri takes a knee to the side of the body.
Zylo landing knees to the body.
Zylo scores a nice knee to the body.
Baccalieri letting Zylo take a breather here.
Zylo looking to throw knees to the head but Baccalieri is blocking nicely.
Baccalieri working hard to break the clinch.#T3#
Zylo stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Zylo using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Zylo stalling.
Zylo lands a knee to the body.
Zylo lands with a light punch inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Zylo.
Zylo landing knees to the body.
Knees in the clinch landing for Zylo.
Zylo is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Zylo with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Zylo has Baccalieri pressed against the ropes, preventing Baccalieri from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T4#
Zylo scores with a knee to the head.
Baccalieri takes a knee right on the jaw!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Zylo stalling the fight.
Baccalieri has had enough of the clinch but Zylo keeps him there for the moment.
Zylo lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Zylo lands a knee to the body.
#KD#
Zylo drops Baccalieri with a big knee straight up the middle! Baccalieri is covering up against the ropes but manages to escape and gets back to his feet! #CL#
Zylo has taken the fight to the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Baccalieri working hard to break the clinch.
Zylo content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Zylo stalling the fight.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ares Zylo dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Zylo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Baccalieri.
Zylo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Baccalieri takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Baccalieri ducks under a wild hook from Zylo.#CL#
Zylo closes the distance and clinches.
Zylo tries a knee to the head but Baccalieri blocks it.
The referee is keeping an eye on Zylo - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Zylo lands with a short shot to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zylo using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Baccalieri has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Baccalieri avoiding damage as Zylo throws knees to the body.
Zylo swings wildly with an uppercut but Baccalieri uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right from Zylo on the inside. #T1#
Zylo using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Baccalieri has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Ares Zylo has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Baccalieri managing to block the knees to the body from Zylo.
Zylo lands a knee to the head.
The referee calls for Zylo to work.
Zylo lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Baccalieri backwards. #KD#
Zylo drops Baccalieri with a big knee straight up the middle! Baccalieri is covering up against the ropes but manages to escape and gets back to his feet!
Zylo tries to clinch up.
A slow jab from Baccalieri misses its intended target.
Ares Zylo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zylo wants to clinch.#T2#
Baccalieri misses the jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A slow jab from Baccalieri misses its intended target.
Zylo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Baccalieri can do to turn this around?
Baccalieri fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Zylo manages to avoid it.
Zylo darts in trying to clinch
and Zylo takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Zylo is looking to clinch but Baccalieri is avoiding it.
Baccalieri looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Zylo looks to clinch
and Baccalieri counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Baccalieri lands a jab to the nose.
Zylo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Baccalieri throws out the jab. #CL#
Zylo pushes Baccalieri up against the ropes in a clinch.
Zylo using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Baccalieri is breathing heavily.
Zylo landing knees to the body.
Baccalieri takes a knee to the side of the body. #T3#
Zylo misses with a knee to the head.
Knees in the clinch landing for Zylo.
Baccalieri is trying to break the clinch but Zylo is controlling him.
Knees to the body from Zylo.
Zylo stalling.
Baccalieri takes a knee right on the jaw!
Zylo is stalling here.
Zylo lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Zylo tries to work over Baccalieri's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Zylo slows down the pace here.
#T4#
Baccalieri managing to block the knees to the body from Zylo.
Baccalieri working hard to break the clinch.
Zylo throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Baccalieri blocks it with crossed arms.
Zylo tries a knee to the head but Baccalieri blocks it.
Zylo lands a nice knee to the body.
Baccalieri wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Zylo lands a good knee to the midsection. Baccalieri won't want to take too many of those.#KD#
Zylo drops Baccalieri with a big knee straight up the middle! Baccalieri is covering up against the ropes but manages to escape and gets back to his feet!
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Zylo closes the distance and pushes Baccalieri back into the ropes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ares Zylo dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Zylo lands with a right hand.
Nice uppercut lands for Baccalieri. That snapped Zylo's head back.
Zylo lands a nice shot to the body.
Baccalieri tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Zylo was well out of range. Poor timing from Baccalieri.
Baccalieri looks to land a right hand but Zylo moved out of range.
Zylo slips a straight right by Baccalieri.
As Baccalieri looks to move away, Zylo throws a big counter combo but Baccalieri just gets out of the way.
Zylo ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A left lands for Zylo.
Zylo ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab from Zylo finds it's way through Baccalieri's defenses.
Zylo connects with a looping right hand.
Baccalieri swats away the attempt to clinch by Zylo.
Baccalieri takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A swing and a miss from Baccalieri.#T1#
Zylo wants to clinch.
Zylo closes the distance and lands a vicious right hand that drops Baccalieri! Zylo dives in looking to finish! Baccalieri is still trying to defend himself but he's taking too many shots and the referee has no choice but to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ares Zylo!
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