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Event:
HZN 3 Lancaster v Tenryu
Date: Jan 19, 2024 |
#R1#
Coppola avoids a kick to the body.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rubenstein throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Rubenstein thuds a left hand into Coppola's body.
Rubenstein avoids the body shot from Coppola.
Rubenstein looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Rubenstein tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Coppola buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
#CL2#
Coppola fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rubenstein, pushing him back against the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Coppola using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Rubenstein has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Coppola tries a knee to the head but Rubenstein blocks it.
Coppola throws an elbow that misses.
Coppola is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Rubenstein is defending well for now.
Coppola with an attempt at a knee that misses.
#BC#
Rubenstein's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rubenstein swinging wildly here.
Coppola attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
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!#KD#
Rubenstein knocks Coppola to the floor with a head kick! Can he finish him!?#CUT#It looks like Salvatore Coppola has been cut.
Coppola wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#SU#
Rubenstein decides to stand back up. #T1#
Coppola tries to clinch but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Rubenstein looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Rubenstein avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Coppola is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Coppola dodges the punch combination from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws the kick towards the body but Coppola avoids it.
Rubenstein throws a wild body kick that Coppola sees coming a mile off.
Rubenstein throws a right and a left that both miss.
Rubenstein swinging wildly here.
A solid body kick from Rubenstein.
Spencer Rubenstein is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#CL2#
Coppola closes the distance and clinches. #TD2#
Coppola turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Coppola manages to end up in side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rubenstein is trying to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Coppola is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Rubenstein is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Coppola tries for a kimura but Rubenstein is defending well. #T2##SUB2#
Coppola is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Rubenstein knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Coppola tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Coppola has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Coppola landing a few strikes.
Coppola working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Rubenstein pushes Coppola away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Coppola gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#T3##SUB2#
Coppola tries for a kimura but Rubenstein is defending well. #SUB2#
Coppola goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Rubenstein rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Coppola's guard! Nice work there by Rubenstein! #SU#
Coppola is working an open guard so Rubenstein takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Coppola tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rubenstein was well out of range. Poor timing from Coppola.
Coppola avoids the head kick by Rubenstein.
Coppola blocks a head kick by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Rubenstein misses with a head kick.
#KD2#
Coppola drops Rubenstein with a left and a right! Oh, Rubenstein is hurt - Coppola dives into side control looking to finish!
#ROC2#Rubenstein is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Spencer Rubenstein has been cut.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB2#
Coppola tries for a kimura but Rubenstein is defending well.
Oh Rubenstein is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rubenstein is pushing Coppola's head away, looking to escape. Coppola manages to hold on to the position though.#SUB2#
Coppola tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Coppola has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Rubenstein seems to have got his legs back now.
Coppola advances to full mount.
Poor strikes thrown by Coppola there. More accuracy and less frantic strikes would help!
You get the feeling that Rubenstein really doesn't like being in this position too much.
#SUB2#
Coppola is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Rubenstein to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Rubenstein shrugs it off.
Rubenstein is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rubenstein has given up his back here. Will Coppola look for the submission or keep pounding away?
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Spencer Rubenstein will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
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#
Coppola is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rubenstein swats away the attempt to clinch by Coppola.#CL2#
Rubenstein tries to keep at a distance but Coppola has taken the fight into the clinch.
Rubenstein wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Coppola has him pressed against the cage.
Rubenstein is looking to break free of the clinch but Coppola has double underhooks.
Rubenstein wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Coppola has him pressed against the cage.
Rubenstein tries to circle away but Coppola has him pinned against the cage.#BC#
Rubenstein breaks the clinch.
Nice body kick from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with an attempted mid kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Coppola jabs at Rubenstein's body.
Coppola avoids a kick to the body.
Coppola moves out of range of the body kick.
Coppola tries to clinch up but Rubenstein circles away and keeps his distance.
Coppola avoids a punch combination nicely.
Rubenstein looks to land a body kick but Coppola moved away.
Coppola looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T1#
Coppola chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Rubenstein can pounce on him.
Coppola moves out of range of the body kick from Rubenstein.
Coppola tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Rubenstein swivels and escapes.
Coppola scores with a hook to the body. Rubenstein takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Coppola is looking to clinch.
Rubenstein throws the kick towards the body but Coppola avoids it.
Spencer Rubenstein is winning the standup battle so far.#CL2#
Coppola darts in and clinches Rubenstein up against the cage.#BC#
Rubenstein breaks from the clinch.
Coppola tries to close the distance and clinch up but Rubenstein swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Coppola fails with an attempt to clinch.
Rubenstein misses with a head kick.
#CL2#
Coppola fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rubenstein, pushing him back against the cage.
Coppola looking to throw knees to the head but Rubenstein is blocking nicely.
Coppola throws a knee to the head but misses.
A knee to the head by Coppola.
Rubenstein managing to block the knees to the body from Coppola.
Coppola tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
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!
Coppola lands a knee to the head.
Coppola misses with a knee to the head.
Rubenstein looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.#T2#
Coppola misses with a knee to the head.
Rubenstein is trying to break the clinch but Coppola has him pressed against the cage. #BC2#
Coppola's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rubenstein misses with the body kick#TD2#
and Coppola counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Coppola accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #ES#
Rubenstein wriggles free and stands up. #CL2#
Coppola clinches.
Coppola tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Salvatore Coppola seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Rubenstein has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Coppola throws a knee to the head but misses.
Coppola tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Rubenstein is trying to break the clinch but Coppola has him pressed against the cage.
Coppola tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Rubenstein just stands there and leans against the cage.#BC#
Rubenstein escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Coppola moves out of range as Rubenstein throws a body kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Rubenstein.
Coppola unleashes a big counter combination but Rubenstein bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T3#
A good leg kick by Rubenstein.
Coppola tries to clinch up.
Rubenstein seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Coppola tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Rubenstein paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Spencer Rubenstein is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Coppola shoots in for a double leg but Rubenstein sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Spencer Rubenstein has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Salvatore Coppola.
Rubenstein looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#CL2#
Coppola drives through and clinches with Rubenstein against the cage.
#BC#
Rubenstein breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rubenstein fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Coppola.
Rubenstein throws a body kick that misses.
Coppola shoots in but no luck this time.
Rubenstein keeps the fight on the outside.
Coppola tries to clinch up but Rubenstein circles away and keeps his distance.
Coppola tries to clinch there but Rubenstein circles away.
Rubenstein slips a jab and a cross from Coppola.
Rubenstein throws a sloppy head kick and Coppola moves out of range easily.
Rubenstein tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL2#
Coppola clinches up with Rubenstein and pushes him back against the cage.
Coppola tries to land a knee to the head but Rubenstein blocks with his arms.
#T4#
Rubenstein wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Coppola has him pressed against the cage.
Coppola connects with a nasty looking knee right to Rubenstein's face.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Coppola slowing the pace effectively.
Rubenstein prevents the takedown attempt.
#BC#
Rubenstein's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Coppola tries to clinch up but Rubenstein circles away and keeps his distance.
Rubenstein throws a head kick that misses.
Rubenstein tries to land a front kick but Coppola steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Coppola is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.#CL2#
Coppola clinches with his opponent.
#BC#
Rubenstein breaks the clinch.
Jab by Coppola.
Coppola takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Coppola showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Rubenstein.
Coppola tries to clinch up but Rubenstein circles away and keeps his distance.
Coppola misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Coppola is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rubenstein fires out a quick counter leg kick but Coppola just manages to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Spencer Rubenstein will probably get the nod.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
A kick lands to the mid section there for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws a body kick that misses.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Coppola crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Rubenstein - the referee stops the clock and Coppola gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Rubenstein. Coppola manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Coppola doesn't manage to clinch there - Rubenstein circles away.
Rubenstein looks to land a body kick but Coppola moved away.#CL2#
Coppola has managed to clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Rubenstein's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Rubenstein is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Coppola misses with a knee strike.
Coppola prevents Rubenstein from breaking the clinch.
Coppola throws a knee to the head but misses.
Rubenstein is trying to push Coppola away but Coppola has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Coppola scores with a knee to the head.
#BC#
Rubenstein breaks the clinch.
A nice inside leg kick there by Coppola. That's going to slow Rubenstein down.
An inside leg kick lands from Rubenstein.
Coppola dodges the punch combination from Rubenstein.
#T1#
Good work by Coppola as he checks the leg kick.
Coppola changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Rubenstein scores with a kick to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Coppola shoots in for a takedown but Rubenstein shows good takedown defense.
Rubenstein comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Coppola tries to clinch up.
Rubenstein circles away from the clinch attempt.
Rubenstein scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Rubenstein circles away from the clinch attempt.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with a body kick.
Rubenstein circles away from the clinch attempt.
Coppola scores with a nice right hand.
Rubenstein throws out a leg kick but Coppola moves out of range and Rubenstein only half commits.
Coppola is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rubenstein appears to be looking for a big counter.
Rubenstein moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL2#
Coppola takes the fight into the clinch.
Rubenstein blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#T2#
Rubenstein tries to circle away but Coppola has him pinned against the cage.
Coppola misses with a knee to the head.
Coppola lands a knee to the head.
Coppola tries a body shot but Rubenstein blocks it.
#BC#
Rubenstein pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Rubenstein misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Rubenstein.
Coppola cracks Rubenstein with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Coppola showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Rubenstein.
Coppola wants to counter the offense by Rubenstein and move into the clinch position.#CL2#
Coppola has closed the distance and engaged Rubenstein in a clinch.
Coppola tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Coppola creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Rubenstein's defenses.
Coppola using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Rubenstein has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Coppola throws a knee to the head but misses.
#T3##BC#
Rubenstein pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Coppola scores with a three punch combo!
Rubenstein misses the shot to the body.
Coppola doesn't manage to clinch there - Rubenstein circles away.
It looked like Rubenstein was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Rubenstein misses with a body kick. #CL2#
Coppola gets a clinch.
Coppola with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
#TD2#
Coppola has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Rubenstein uses from the top position. #SU#
Rubenstein stands up from Coppola's guard - Rubenstein perhaps looking for a knockout.
Coppola closes the distance and clinches up with Rubenstein, looking for a takedown. Coppola pushes Rubenstein against the cage but Rubenstein circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Spencer Rubenstein has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Salvatore Coppola.#CL2#
Coppola fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rubenstein, pushing him back against the cage.#BC#
Rubenstein pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Rubenstein is looking to chop away at Coppola's legs.
Coppola moves in looking to clinch but Rubenstein pushes him off.
Rubenstein seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#CL2#
Coppola rushes Rubenstein and presses him up against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Coppola tries to land a knee to the head but Rubenstein blocks with his arms.
Coppola has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Rubenstein avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Coppola keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Rubenstein's efforts to push away.
Spencer Rubenstein is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Rubenstein tries to circle away but Coppola has him pinned against the cage.
Coppola throws a knee to the head but misses.
#BC#
Rubenstein's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rubenstein scores with a push kick.
Coppola's corner calls for a 1-2. Coppola obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Rubenstein throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Rubenstein avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#CL2#
Coppola has closed the distance and engaged Rubenstein in a clinch.
#TD2#
Coppola jumps into guard, dragging Rubenstein to the mat.
#SUB2#
Coppola is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rubenstein defends well.#SUB2#
Coppola has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rubenstein can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Salvatore Coppola has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SU#
Rubenstein gets to his feet. Coppola looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Salvatore Coppola.
I think Rubenstein 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 Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:29
Judge David Schapiro scores the fight 30:28
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Spencer Rubenstein!
Spencer Rubenstein decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
SPFT #12
Date: Sep 20, 2023 |
#R1#
Rubenstein throws a right and a left that Grayce avoids nicely.
Grayce is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Grayce takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Rubenstein looking to land some kicks to the body here.
We've been told by Rubenstein's head coaches at Rabid Dog that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Grayce checks the leg kick.
Grayce lands with a straight right. Rubenstein didn't see that one coming.
A low kick from Rubenstein misses #TD2#
and Grayce counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Rubenstein has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Grayce is on him like a limpet, forcing Rubenstein back against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rubenstein can't break the clinch.
Rubenstein tries to break the clinch but Grayce is controlling the position.
Grayce prevents Rubenstein from breaking the clinch.
Grayce creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Rubenstein blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Rubenstein is trying to break the clinch but Grayce is controlling him.
A frustrated look appears on Rubenstein's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Rubenstein on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
#BC#
Rubenstein breaks the clinch.
Rubenstein on the wrong end of a nice jab.#TD2#
Grayce throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Rubenstein tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Grayce is in Rubenstein's guard.
Rubenstein is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Rubenstein keeping full guard, as Grayce tries to pass.
Rubenstein will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T1#
Grayce trying to control the position from guard on top but Rubenstein is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Grayce prevents Rubenstein from getting back to his feet.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Grayce wants to control from the top but Rubenstein keeps moving.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Grayce looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Rubenstein keeping moving, preventing Grayce from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Grayce swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein takes a swing at Grayce 's ribcage but misses.
Rubenstein misses with a kick to the body #TD2#
and Grayce counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Rubenstein tries to kick Grayce off but Grayce keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Grayce seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rubenstein does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Grayce is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Rubenstein defends it well.
Rubenstein wants to get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Grayce is working for a submission of some sort.
#T3#
Rubenstein is staying active underneath Grayce , who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Grayce trying to control the pace.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#SUB2#
Grayce is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Rubenstein has managed to free his arm - good work.
Grayce with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Rubenstein wants to get back to his feet.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Grayce fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Rubenstein walks into a jab.
Rubenstein throws a body kick that misses.
Rubenstein misses with a wild combination.
Grayce takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Grayce walks forward, straight into a front kick from Rubenstein.
A solid body kick from Rubenstein.
Grayce looks winded!
Grayce scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A good leg kick by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein keeps Grayce at a distance using the push kick.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Rubenstein. Grayce shrugs it off though.
Rubenstein thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Grayce if he has to take too many more of those.
A good leg kick by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Rubenstein thumps Grayce with a low kick.
Rubenstein bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Spencer Rubenstein will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
A decent looking body kick lands there for Rubenstein.
A nice inside leg kick there by Rubenstein. That's going to slow Grayce down. #KD#
Rubenstein throws a head kick that lands with a deafening thwack! The crowd roars as Grayce stumbles backwards and falls to the mat. Rubenstein follows into mount! #CUT#It looks like Early Grayce has been cut.
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!#SU#
Rubenstein stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet.
Rubenstein throws a front kick that sends Grayce stumbling back into the cage.
Rubenstein tries to bum rush Grayce with a series of wild strikes but Grayce uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Rubenstein throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Spencer Rubenstein is winning the standup battle so far.
Rubenstein tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Grayce was well out of range. Poor timing from Rubenstein.
Grayce misses with a looping left.
Rubenstein scores with a push kick.
The fighters circle, before Rubenstein throws a beautiful high kick that crashes into Grayce 's neck, sending him stumbling to the floor! Rubenstein lands more strikes and forces a referee stoppage! That one ended in an instant!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Kick & Punches). Spencer Rubenstein!
Spencer Rubenstein decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
SMASH: Tosen vs Storm
Date: Aug 12, 2023 |
#R1#
Sausagestrong walks forward, straight into a front kick from Rubenstein.
Sausagestrong loads up on a big right hand but Rubenstein slips the punch.
Rubenstein pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rubenstein rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Sausagestrong moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A little jabbing left from Sausagestrong on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sausagestrong takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A slow jab from Sausagestrong misses its intended target.
Rubenstein falls off balance throwing a combination
#CL2#
and Sausagestrong counters by moving into the clinch. #BC#
Rubenstein pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Rubenstein misses with a body kick.
Sausagestrong throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sausagestrong lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Sausagestrong dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sausagestrong throws a head kick but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Sausagestrong wants to clinch up but Rubenstein keeps it at a distance.#T1#
Sausagestrong misses with a two punch combination.
Sausagestrong shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rubenstein sprawls well. Rubenstein wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Sausagestrong gets slowly back to his feet.
Rubenstein has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
A shot to the liver by Sausagestrong. Beautiful body shot.
Sausagestrong swings for the body but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big right from Sausagestrong misses.
Rubenstein goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Sausagestrong moves out of range as Rubenstein throws a body kick.
Spencer Rubenstein is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rubenstein misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sausagestrong.
#T2#
Sausagestrong swings for the body but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Sausagestrong misses with a body punch
and Rubenstein counters with a series of strikes. Sausagestrong will be more careful next time no doubt.
Sausagestrong motions for Rubenstein to come forward. Sausagestrong throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Rubenstein feints and then cracks Sausagestrong's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sausagestrong down.
Rubenstein gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Sausagestrong counters with a nice uppercut.
Sausagestrong moves out of range as Rubenstein throws a body kick.
Rubenstein looks to score with a jab to the body but Sausagestrong is just out of range.
A slapping body kick lands there for Sausagestrong.
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!
Sausagestrong misses with a body shot.
Rubenstein throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Rubenstein moves out of range of the body kick.
Rubenstein looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Rubenstein throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Sausagestrong throws a big counter head kick but Rubenstein avoids it with no problem.#T3#
Rubenstein throws the kick towards the body but Sausagestrong avoids it.
Rubenstein sets himself, and Sausagestrong steps forward looking for the clinch! Rubenstein avoids it this time.
Sausagestrong fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A head kick misses from Rubenstein.
Sausagestrong blocks a head kick by Rubenstein.
Sausagestrong misses with a head kick.
A punch combination from Sausagestrong misses.
Rubenstein is looking to score with low kicks.
Rubenstein showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Sausagestrong.
#KD2#
Oooh a lovely combination from Sausagestrong sends Rubenstein down but not out. Sausagestrong dives into side control looking to finish.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rubenstein being controlled for a moment. #T4#
Rubenstein tries to escape but Sausagestrong is in control.
Rubenstein is not content to let Sausagestrong control the position.
Rubenstein seems a little lost for a moment, as Sausagestrong dominates the positioning.
Rubenstein wants to get back to his feet.
Rubenstein is letting Sausagestrong control him for a moment.
Sausagestrong is looking to take a break and control but Rubenstein is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tommy Sausagestrong dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Rubenstein throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Sausagestrong counters with a good low kick that Rubenstein was not able to check.
Rubenstein throws a body kick that misses #TD2#
and Sausagestrong counters with a shoot takedown. Rubenstein fights it but they end up in guard.
Rubenstein is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
Rubenstein tries to circle away but Sausagestrong has him pinned against the cage.
Sausagestrong keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Rubenstein's efforts to push away.
Sausagestrong misses with the head strike.
#BC#
Rubenstein escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sausagestrong tries a head kick but it misses.
Rubenstein lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sausagestrong at a distance.
Sausagestrong fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rubenstein on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Sausagestrong. Sausagestrong obviously looking to wear him down.
Sausagestrong tries to clinch but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Sausagestrong getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#T1#
Rubenstein misses with a head kick.
Rubenstein throws a quick inside leg kick.
Sausagestrong finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Sausagestrong misses with a right hand
and Rubenstein counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Rubenstein tries a head kick but it misses.
Rubenstein pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Sausagestrong throws a fast counter high kick but Rubenstein manages to duck under it in time.
Sausagestrong is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Rubenstein rather than just go for the knockout.
Sausagestrong is looking to land body kicks.
Sausagestrong blocks a head kick by Rubenstein.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Sausagestrong crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Rubenstein - the referee stops the clock and Sausagestrong gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Rubenstein. Sausagestrong manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Sausagestrong keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Rubenstein throws a head kick that misses.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Rubenstein crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Sausagestrong - the referee stops the clock and Rubenstein gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Sausagestrong. Rubenstein manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Sausagestrong has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T2#
Sausagestrong throws a head kick but Rubenstein moves out of range.
As Sausagestrong looks to move away, Rubenstein throws a big counter combo but Sausagestrong just gets out of the way.
Rubenstein avoids a kick to the body.
Rubenstein blocks a jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sausagestrong punishes Rubenstein's body with a nice straight punch.
Sausagestrong misses with a straight left. #CL2#
Sausagestrong moves into the clinch.
Rubenstein tries to break the clinch but Sausagestrong is controlling the position.
Sausagestrong scores with a hook to the body.
Sausagestrong lands a nice uppercut.
Rubenstein wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Sausagestrong has him pressed against the cage.
Sausagestrong works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Sausagestrong works on Rubenstein's body with a couple of short punches.
Sausagestrong softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Sausagestrong lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Sausagestrong is working Rubenstein over against the cage.#T3#
Sausagestrong lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
Sausagestrong scores with a nice hook to the head.
Sausagestrong softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Sausagestrong lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
A short uppercut from Sausagestrong.
A frustrated look appears on Rubenstein's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Sausagestrong keeps control of Rubenstein as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Sausagestrong misses with a body punch.
Rubenstein tries to break free but Sausagestrong pushes him back against the cage.
Rubenstein wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Sausagestrong keeps control of Rubenstein as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Sausagestrong.
Rubenstein wants to break free but Sausagestrong has control.
Sausagestrong pushes Rubenstein back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sausagestrong has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Rubenstein seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Sausagestrong can turn it around.
A frustrated look appears on Rubenstein's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Rubenstein wants to break the clinch but can't.
Sausagestrong lands an uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Sausagestrong.
Sausagestrong lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
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!
Sausagestrong has Rubenstein pressed against the cage, preventing Rubenstein from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#T4#
Sausagestrong lands with a left to the head. #TD2#
Sausagestrong jumps into guard, dragging Rubenstein to the mat.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Sausagestrong holds on and takes a little breather.
Sausagestrong tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rubenstein would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Sausagestrong is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SU#
Rubenstein gets to his feet. Sausagestrong looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tommy Sausagestrong showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Rubenstein misses with an attempted mid kick.
A right-left combo lands from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#KD2#
Sausagestrong throws a head kick that lands with a deafening thwack! The crowd roars as Rubenstein stumbles backwards and falls to the mat. Sausagestrong follows into mount! #ROC2#Rubenstein is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sausagestrong looking to control and managing it successfully.
Oh Rubenstein is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rubenstein seems to have got his legs back now.
Sausagestrong with good strikes from the mount here!
Sausagestrong loads up with a big shot that hurts Rubenstein! He's pulled Sausagestrong in close but Sausagestrong has postured up and lands more strikes. Can Rubenstein survive? More strikes from Sausagestrong and Rubenstein is out! The ref jumps in to save him! Brutal ground and pound!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Tommy Sausagestrong!
After the fight, Tommy Sausagestrong was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
SMASH:181
Date: Jul 08, 2023 |
#R1#
Rubenstein throws a half hearted mid kick.
Rubenstein misses with a head kick.
Rubenstein throws a front kick that sends Kennedy stumbling back into the cage.
No joy there for Rubenstein, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Rubenstein fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Kennedy appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Rubenstein throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A little jabbing left from Kennedy on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Rubenstein tries to work over Kennedy's front leg with a kick but Kennedy checks it.
Rubenstein throws a front kick aimed at Kennedy's knee but Kennedy avoids it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rubenstein misses with a two punch combination.
Kennedy moves out of range of the body kick.
We've been told by Rubenstein's head coaches at Blacksmith MMA Gym 🇺🇲 that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Rubenstein throws a head kick that Kennedy semi-blocks.
Rubenstein attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Kennedy wants to counter the offense by Rubenstein and move into the clinch position.#T1#
Rubenstein looks to land a combination. Kennedy sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Rubenstein swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Kennedy cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Kennedy dodges the punch combination from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein thuds his shin into the meat of Kennedy's side.
Jab by Kennedy.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Rubenstein.
Kennedy avoids a kick to the body.
Kennedy steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
A head kick misses from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with a body kick. #T2#
Rubenstein uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kennedy.
Rubenstein throws the kick towards the body but Kennedy avoids it.
Kennedy throws a shot from downtown. Rubenstein moves away and avoids it.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kennedy is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rubenstein misses with a wild combination.
Kennedy takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Rubenstein falls off balance throwing a combination
#CL2#
and Kennedy counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Kennedy.
Kennedy is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Rubenstein is defending well for now.
Kennedy scores with a shoulder strike.
Rubenstein wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.#T3#
Kennedy prevents Rubenstein from breaking the clinch.#BC#
Rubenstein breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rubenstein tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kennedy was well out of range. Poor timing from Rubenstein.
Kennedy follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Rubenstein keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rubenstein throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rubenstein tries to land a front kick but Kennedy steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Rubenstein is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Rubenstein moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Rubenstein lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kennedy at a distance.
Rubenstein misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#CL2#
Kennedy moves into the clinch.
Kennedy scores a nice knee to the body.
#T4#
Kennedy lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Kennedy with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Rubenstein wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Kennedy working some nice short punches in the clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kennedy tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Rubenstein avoids it.
Rubenstein avoiding damage as Kennedy throws knees to the body.
Rubenstein blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Rubenstein wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Knees in the clinch landing for Kennedy.
Rubenstein is breathing heavily.
Kennedy lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Kennedy works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Kennedy utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Rubenstein takes a knee right on the jaw!
Kennedy crunches a lovely knee into Rubenstein's ribcage.
Kennedy lands an uppercut.
Kennedy scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Rubenstein takes a knee to the side of the body.
Kennedy lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
Kennedy is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Kennedy lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Leonzar Kennedy dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Kennedy moves out of range as Rubenstein throws a body kick.
Rubenstein throws a wild body kick that Kennedy sees coming a mile off.
A lazy body kick from Rubenstein
and Kennedy counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Kennedy misses with a two punch combination.
Kennedy takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Kennedy is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Rubenstein throws a leg kick #CL2#
and Kennedy counters by clinching up.
Rubenstein is trying to push Kennedy away but Kennedy has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Kennedy has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Rubenstein is trying to break the clinch but Kennedy has him pressed against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kennedy utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Kennedy lands a shoulder strike.
Kennedy lands a right hand.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Kennedy.
Kennedy lands with a left to the head.
Kennedy softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#T1#
Kennedy is leaning against Rubenstein and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Kennedy lands a hook that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
Kennedy is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Kennedy using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Kennedy lands with a light punch inside.
Kennedy lands a shot to the body.
Rubenstein takes a knee to the side of the body.
Kennedy gets through Rubenstein's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kennedy lands an uppercut.
Kennedy landing knees to the body.
Kennedy unloads a knee to the mid-section. Rubenstein lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Kennedy connects with a nasty looking knee right to Rubenstein's face.
Kennedy lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Kennedy landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Kennedy lands with a short shot to the head.
A right hand to the body from Kennedy.
Leonzar Kennedy seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Kennedy gets through Rubenstein's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Kennedy unloads a knee to the mid-section. Rubenstein lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Kennedy lands a nice knee to the body.
A short right from Kennedy on the inside. #T2#
Kennedy is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Kennedy lands a nice knee to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kennedy.
Kennedy unloads a knee to the mid-section. Rubenstein lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Kennedy working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Kennedy lands a knee to the body.
Kennedy presses Rubenstein against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
A body shot lands from Kennedy.
#KD2#
Kennedy drops Rubenstein with a big knee straight up the middle! Rubenstein is covering up against the cage but manages to escape and gets back to his feet! #ROC2#Rubenstein is rocked!
Kennedy fires a straight punch through the middle that cracks Rubenstein square on the jaw! Damn, Rubenstein is out cold on his feet and topples face first to the canvas! Wow, I haven't seen a knockout that brutal in a long time!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Leonzar Kennedy! |
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Event:
SMASH: Frewin vs Sasaki 2
Date: Jun 03, 2023 |
#R1#
Sausagestrong looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Despite the aggression on Rubenstein's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Rubenstein tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sausagestrong wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Sausagestrong lands a head shot.
A head kick from Rubenstein lands but Sausagestrong takes it in his stride.
Rubenstein fakes the leg kick and cracks Sausagestrong in the body.
Rubenstein throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sausagestrong throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Sausagestrong avoids a kick to the body.
Sausagestrong misses with an uppercut
and Rubenstein counters with a one-two to the body.
Sausagestrong misses with a combination
and Rubenstein counters with a three punch combo that has Sausagestrong backing up. Sausagestrong nods at Rubenstein to acknowledge the strikes.
Sausagestrong looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rubenstein lands with a nice body kick.
Rubenstein misses with a low kick.
Rubenstein throws a series of punches but Sausagestrong moves out of range.
Sausagestrong attempts a counter takedown but Rubenstein avoids it well and moves away.#T1#
Sausagestrong shoots in for a takedown but Rubenstein shows good takedown defense.
A jab from Sausagestrong misses.
Rubenstein works over Sausagestrong's head and body with a nice combination.
Rubenstein is looking to land body kicks.
A right-left combo lands from Rubenstein.
Some wild striking there from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein looks to land a body kick but Sausagestrong moved away.
Sausagestrong appears to be looking for a big counter.#KD#
Sausagestrong connects with a vicious head kick that knocks Rubenstein to the floor! Sausagestrong dives in looking for the finish!#CUT#It looks like Spencer Rubenstein has been cut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sausagestrong stops Rubenstein from getting back to his feet.
Sausagestrong is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Rubenstein reverses the position - he's now on top in Sausagestrong's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rubenstein stopping the sweep attempt from Sausagestrong.#T2#
Sausagestrong wants to hit a sweep here but Rubenstein passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Sausagestrong there! #SU2#
Rubenstein stands up from mount. Strange move.
Sausagestrong throws a head kick but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Rubenstein looks to land a body kick but Sausagestrong moved away.
Rubenstein misses with a body kick.
Sausagestrong 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.
Rubenstein misses with a few strikes there.
Sausagestrong drops down looking for a counter takedown but Rubenstein sprawls and moves away.
Rubenstein steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Sausagestrong. That one must have hurt.
Sausagestrong doesn't manage to clinch there - Rubenstein circles away.
And Rubenstein responds with a good body kick, but Sausagestrong manages to step out the way in time.
Sausagestrong throws a sloppy head kick and Rubenstein moves out of range easily. #T3#
Sausagestrong misses with a body shot.
Rubenstein fakes the leg kick and cracks Sausagestrong in the body.
Rubenstein looks to score with a jab to the body but Sausagestrong is just out of range.
Sausagestrong seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Sausagestrong takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Rubenstein looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rubenstein throws a sloppy head kick and Sausagestrong moves out of range easily.
Sausagestrong moves out of range of the body kick from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws a wild body kick that Sausagestrong sees coming a mile off.
A head kick misses from Sausagestrong.
Rubenstein scores with a leg kick.
Sausagestrong takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Sausagestrong lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Sausagestrong throws a head kick but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Rubenstein misses with a head kick.
#T4#
Rubenstein feints and then cracks Sausagestrong's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sausagestrong down. #TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Sausagestrong.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sausagestrong controlling the position.
Sausagestrong trying to control the position but Rubenstein is working away.
Sausagestrong throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Rubenstein wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Sausagestrong is looking to take a break and control but Rubenstein is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Spencer Rubenstein dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Spencer Rubenstein's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Rubenstein tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Rubenstein misses with a kick to the body.
Rubenstein just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromSausagestrong.#CL#
Sausagestrong rushes Rubenstein and presses him up against the cage.
Rubenstein working hard to break the clinch.
Rubenstein tries to break free but Sausagestrong pushes him back against the cage.#TD#
Sausagestrong lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Rubenstein has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Sausagestrong is on him like a limpet, forcing Rubenstein back against the cage.#TD#
Sausagestrong works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sausagestrong working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Rubenstein has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Rubenstein keeping moving, preventing Sausagestrong from controlling successfully.
Rubenstein wants to stand up but Sausagestrong is controlling him.
Sausagestrong postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Sausagestrong throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Rubenstein works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Spencer Rubenstein has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1#
Sausagestrong working some strikes from top position.
Rubenstein is looking to stand up but Sausagestrong isn't so interested in that idea.
Sausagestrong trying to control the position from guard on top but Rubenstein is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Sausagestrong thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Sausagestrong accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Rubenstein utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Rubenstein wants to stand and escape but Sausagestrong is having none of it. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Sausagestrong moves out of range of the body kick from Rubenstein.
Sausagestrong takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Rubenstein throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Sausagestrong counters with a nice uppercut.
Sausagestrong takes a swing at Rubenstein's ribcage but misses.
Rubenstein misses with an attempted mid kick.
Rubenstein misses with a jab, cross combination.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sausagestrong throws a shot from downtown. Rubenstein moves away and avoids it.
Sausagestrong shoots in looking for a takedown but Rubenstein manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sausagestrong's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Rubenstein will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Sausagestrong throws a counter high kick but Rubenstein was just alert enough to avoid it.
Sausagestrong takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.#T3#
Sausagestrong fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Rubenstein is out of range.
Rubenstein is looking for the big counter here.
Spencer Rubenstein is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Rubenstein fails to land with a series of punches.
Sausagestrong fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Rubenstein throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Sausagestrong.
Sausagestrong feinted with a counter takedown.
Rubenstein fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sausagestrong has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Sausagestrong on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Rubenstein. Rubenstein obviously looking to wear him down.
Rubenstein displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Rubenstein turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Some wild striking there from Rubenstein.
Sausagestrong is looking to counter with head kicks.
A bone on bone clash there as Sausagestrong blocks the leg kick.
Sausagestrong throws a body punch but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Rubenstein is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.#T4#
Sausagestrong falls off balance throwing a combination
and Rubenstein counters with a one-two to the body.
Rubenstein throws a lazy head kick #CL#
and Sausagestrong counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sausagestrong has Rubenstein pressed against the cage, preventing Rubenstein from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Sausagestrong throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Rubenstein escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Sausagestrong lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Sausagestrong looks for the body kick but Rubenstein saw that one coming.
Spencer Rubenstein is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
Sausagestrong drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Rubenstein has his feet on Sausagestrong's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Rubenstein lands with a slapping head kick.
Rubenstein has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Sausagestrong.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Spencer Rubenstein showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Spencer Rubenstein's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Nice body kick from Rubenstein.
Sausagestrong is looking to clinch.
Despite the aggression on Rubenstein's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Rubenstein keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
A head kick misses from Rubenstein.
Sausagestrong looks to land a combination but Rubenstein avoids it well.
Rubenstein steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Rubenstein looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Rubenstein throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rubenstein throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Sausagestrong is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Rubenstein.
Sausagestrong throws a shot from downtown. Rubenstein moves away and avoids it.
Sausagestrong throws a combination that misses
and Rubenstein counters with a series of strikes. Sausagestrong will be more careful next time no doubt. #T1#
Sausagestrong shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Rubenstein as he jumps to the side.
Rubenstein lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Rubenstein will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Sausagestrong chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Rubenstein can pounce on him.
Rubenstein lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Sausagestrong has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein works over Sausagestrong's head and body with a nice combination.
Sausagestrong moves out of range of the body kick.
Tommy Sausagestrong has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Sausagestrong smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rubenstein lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Sausagestrong throws a sloppy head kick and Rubenstein moves out of range easily.
Sausagestrong takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Sausagestrong appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Sausagestrong misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tommy Sausagestrong. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sausagestrong is trying hard to land a takedown here. Rubenstein sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Rubenstein lands a front kick.
Rubenstein looks for the body kick but Sausagestrong saw that one coming.
Rubenstein lands with a slapping head kick.
Sausagestrong throws a head kick that misses. #T3#
Rubenstein throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Sausagestrong is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
A leg kick checked by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein tries a head kick but it misses.
Rubenstein throws a front kick that sends Sausagestrong stumbling back into the cage.
Rubenstein misses with an attempted mid kick.
Sausagestrong throws a counter high kick but Rubenstein was just alert enough to avoid it.
Rubenstein lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Rubenstein.
Sausagestrong fails with an attempt to clinch.
Rubenstein lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Rubenstein throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Sausagestrong moves in looking to clinch but Rubenstein pushes him off.
Rubenstein lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Spencer Rubenstein is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Rubenstein scoring well with a low kick there.
Sausagestrong throws a leg kick but Rubenstein checks it.
A lazy body kick from Rubenstein
and Sausagestrong counters with a good, hard body kick but Rubenstein shrugs it off.
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!
Rubenstein throws a series of punches but Sausagestrong moves out of range.
Rubenstein fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Sausagestrong pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rubenstein throws the kick towards the body but Sausagestrong avoids it.
Rubenstein throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Rubenstein lands with a kick to the temple. Sausagestrong shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Sausagestrong blocks a head kick by Rubenstein.
#KD#
Sausagestrong lands a jab followed by a vicious hook that sends Rubenstein sprawling to the canvas. Sausagestrong follows him down, looking for the kill. Can Rubenstein hang on? #SUB#
Sausagestrong is working for a kimura but Rubenstein is defending it quite comfortably.
And that's the end of the fight!
Spencer Rubenstein comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Rubenstein 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 Yves DeLean scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Peck scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Spencer Rubenstein!
A very excited looking Spencer Rubenstein made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
In defeat, Tommy Sausagestrong stepped up to the mic, saying 'Unfortunately I lost, I am going to come back stronger than ever, I will be champ one day.'. |
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Event:
SMASH:Schrodinger vs Galilei
Date: Apr 30, 2023 |
#R1#
Rubenstein throws a left and a right that both miss
and Gonzalez counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Gonzalez crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Rubenstein - the referee stops the clock and Gonzalez gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Rubenstein. Gonzalez manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Rubenstein throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Rubenstein looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Gonzalez takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Rubenstein scores with a head kick.
Rubenstein tries to land a body kick
and Gonzalez counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Rubenstein throws the kick towards the body but Gonzalez avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rubenstein is looking to land body kicks.
Gonzalez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#T1#
Rubenstein tries to land a front kick but Gonzalez steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Rubenstein throws a half hearted mid kick.
Rubenstein looks for the body kick but Gonzalez saw that one coming.
A little feinted left hand from Gonzalez on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Gonzalez is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein shapes to counter with a head kick.
Gonzalez is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rubenstein.
And Rubenstein responds with a good body kick, but Gonzalez manages to step out the way in time.
A nice leg kick lands there from Rubenstein.
A jab from Rubenstein does it's job there.
Rubenstein throws a leg kick that is checked
and Gonzalez counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rubenstein gets off balance looking for a body kick
letting Gonzalez counter with a right hand.
Rubenstein tries to land a front kick but Gonzalez steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Rubenstein throws a push kick but Gonzalez slaps the foot to one side.
Gonzalez looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T2#
Rubenstein misses with the combination.
Gonzalez half committed to a counter leg kick.
Rubenstein misses with an attempted mid kick.
Gonzalez blocks a head kick by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
The fighters circling - Gonzalez throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Gonzalez avoids a kick to the body.
Gonzalez looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Gonzalez waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rubenstein.
Rubenstein lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gonzalez moves out of range of the body kick from Rubenstein.
An attempted straight right counter from Gonzalez misses the target.
Rubenstein throws a right and a left that Gonzalez avoids nicely. #T3#
Rubenstein throws a push kick but Gonzalez slaps the foot to one side.
A swing and a miss from Gonzalez.
Rubenstein throws a front kick that sends Gonzalez stumbling back into the cage.
Good work by Gonzalez as he checks the leg kick.
Nice uppercut lands for Gonzalez. That snapped Rubenstein's head back.
Gonzalez throws a nice inside leg kick.
Rubenstein pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rubenstein misses with the body kick
and Gonzalez counters with a straight right hand.
Rubenstein throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Rubenstein checks the leg kick.
Rubenstein unleashes a big counter combination but Gonzalez bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Gonzalez dodges the punch combination from Rubenstein.
#T4#
Rubenstein throws a sloppy head kick
and Gonzalez counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Rubenstein looks for the body kick but Gonzalez saw that one coming.
Rubenstein throws a push kick but Gonzalez slaps the foot to one side.
Rubenstein throws a leg kick
and Gonzalez makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rubenstein blocks a jab.
Rubenstein tries a head kick but it misses.
Gonzalez fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Rubenstein checks it well.
Rubenstein uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Gonzalez.
Despite the aggression on Rubenstein's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Rubenstein will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Spencer Rubenstein will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Gonzalez ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Rubenstein throws a wild body kick that Gonzalez sees coming a mile off.
Gonzalez moves out of range of the body kick from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Gonzalez counters with a straight right hand.
Rubenstein throws a body kick that misses.
And Gonzalez counters with a quick kick to the body but Rubenstein blocks it.
Spencer Rubenstein is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Rubenstein slips a jab from Gonzalez.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rubenstein misses with a jab, cross combination.
Gonzalez blocks the body kick.
Gonzalez moves out of range of the body kick.
Gonzalez misses with a straight left. #T1#
Gonzalez throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rubenstein. Gonzalez does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gonzalez pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Despite the aggression on Rubenstein's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Gonzalez misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rubenstein.
Gonzalez moves out of range as Rubenstein throws a body kick.
It appears Gonzalez was looking to counter with a kick there.
Rubenstein throws the kick towards the body but Gonzalez avoids it.
Gonzalez swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Gonzalez throws a lazy right hand but Rubenstein sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rubenstein pushes Gonzalez away with a front kick.
A lazy body kick from Rubenstein
and Gonzalez counters with a stiff right hand.
Rubenstein looking to land some kicks to the body here.
#T2#
Rubenstein tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gonzalez was well out of range. Poor timing from Rubenstein.
Gonzalez throws a half hearted mid kick.
Gonzalez misses with an uppercut.
Rubenstein throws a head kick but Gonzalez moves out of range.
Rubenstein keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gonzalez.
Rubenstein lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Gonzalez swings for the body but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Rubenstein misses with a body kick.
Gonzalez swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Gonzalez takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Gonzalez moves out of range of the body kick.
Gonzalez throws a wild body kick that Rubenstein sees coming a mile off.#T3#
Rubenstein gets off balance looking for a body kick
enabling Gonzalez to counter with a crisp jab.
Gonzalez takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
An attempted straight right counter from Gonzalez misses the target.
Gonzalez takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Gonzalez slips under a jab.
Rubenstein pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Rubenstein gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Gonzalez cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Gonzalez swings for the body but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Rubenstein pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
A counter left hand to the body from Gonzalez misses its target.
A lazy left from Gonzalez finds it's target.
Gonzalez swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T4#
Gonzalez will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Rubenstein throws a half hearted mid kick.
Rubenstein fails to land with a series of punches.
It looked like Gonzalez was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Rubenstein.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Gonzalez throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rubenstein is trying to counter with his kicks.
Gonzalez blocks the body kick.
A little feinted left hand from Gonzalez on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Gonzalez scores with a decent looking hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rubenstein explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Rubenstein pushes Gonzalez away with a front kick.
Rubenstein feints and then cracks Gonzalez's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Gonzalez down.
Rubenstein misses with a double jab
and Gonzalez counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Rubenstein thinking.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Miguel Gonzalez will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Gonzalez moves out of range as Rubenstein throws a body kick.
Rubenstein throws a wild body kick that Gonzalez sees coming a mile off.
Rubenstein fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Gonzalez manages to avoid it.
Gonzalez dodges the punch combination from Rubenstein.
Gonzalez thinks about countering with a head kick.
Gonzalez misses with a straight right.
Rubenstein keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rubenstein throws a counter combo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gonzalez is looking to land body kicks.
Gonzalez pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rubenstein moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
No joy there for Rubenstein, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#T1#
Rubenstein misses with a double jab.
Rubenstein misses with an uppercut.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Rubenstein. Gonzalez shrugs it off though.
Rubenstein throws a sloppy head kick and Gonzalez moves out of range easily.
Gonzalez half committed to a counter leg kick.
Gonzalez just misses with a punch to the body.
Rubenstein is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
A jab lands there for Gonzalez.
Gonzalez throws a push kick but Rubenstein slaps the foot to one side.
Rubenstein misses with a body shot.
Gonzalez throws out a loose jab but Rubenstein uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Rubenstein throws a head kick that Gonzalez semi-blocks.
Gonzalez throws a lazy right hand but Rubenstein sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rubenstein throws a wild body kick that Gonzalez sees coming a mile off.
Gonzalez was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Gonzalez slips a jab and a cross from Rubenstein.
Gonzalez will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Gonzalez throws out a loose jab but Rubenstein uses good head movement to avoid it.
And Rubenstein responds with a good body kick, but Gonzalez manages to step out the way in time.
Rubenstein lets loose with a powerful body kick. Gonzalez will feel that in the morning.
Rubenstein scores with a kick to the midsection.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gonzalez throws a hook but Rubenstein avoids it easily.
Rubenstein pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Rubenstein throws a push kick but Gonzalez slaps the foot to one side.
As Rubenstein backs away, Gonzalez returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.#T3#
Rubenstein throws a head kick but Gonzalez moves out of range.
Rubenstein looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Rubenstein pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Gonzalez moves out of range of the body kick.
Gonzalez throws a hook but Rubenstein blocks it.
Rubenstein throws a sloppy head kick
and Gonzalez counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A punch combination from Rubenstein misses.
Rubenstein is looking to land body kicks.
Gonzalez swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Gonzalez avoids the head kick by Rubenstein.
Gonzalez fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rubenstein manages to avoid it.#T4#
Gonzalez has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Gonzalez moves out of range of the body kick.
Rubenstein ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Gonzalez throws a jab but it's blocked by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein slips a jab from Gonzalez.
Rubenstein throws a head kick that misses.
Rubenstein throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Gonzalez cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
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!
Gonzalez throws a low kick but Rubenstein avoids it.
Gonzalez blocks a low kick nicely.
And that's the end of the fight!
Spencer Rubenstein comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Rubenstein 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 28:29
Judge Hugh Johnson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Spencer Rubenstein!
Spencer Rubenstein thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SMASH: Castellana vs Hatfield
Date: Mar 26, 2023 |
#R1#
Rubenstein throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Averyanov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Rubenstein has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Averyanov misses with a jab, cross combination.
Averyanov scores with a nice body kick.
Rubenstein ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rubenstein was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Rubenstein closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Jab by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Averyanov.
Rubenstein lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Averyanov throws out a loose jab but Rubenstein uses good head movement to avoid it.
Averyanov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Averyanov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Averyanov lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Averyanov walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rubenstein throws a predictable looking body shot
and Averyanov counters with a nice leg kick. #KD#
Rubenstein lands a big shot that drops Averyanov! Can he finish him?
#ROC#Averyanov is rocked!#T1#
Rubenstein trying to stand up but can't free himself from Averyanov's guard.
Rubenstein trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.#SU#
Rubenstein gets to his feet - Averyanov follows without any prompting.
Averyanov pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Rubenstein swings widly with a right hand
and Averyanov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Averyanov slips under a jab.
Averyanov flicks out a counter leg kick but Rubenstein steps away.
Rubenstein throws a hook but Averyanov blocks it.
Averyanov only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Rubenstein swings away with a body shot that misses
and Averyanov counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rubenstein throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Averyanov counters with a nice body kick.
Rubenstein throws a hook but Averyanov avoids it easily.
Rubenstein lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.#T2#
Averyanov slips a straight right by Rubenstein.
A nice side step and Averyanov releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Averyanov bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A big right from Rubenstein misses.
Rubenstein takes one on the button.
Rubenstein missing with a left hand there. Averyanov was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Averyanov lands a body shot.
Averyanov cracks a nice hook into Rubenstein's ribs.
Rubenstein fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rubenstein misses with a left hand
and Averyanov counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Averyanov loads up on a big right hand but Rubenstein slips the punch.
Averyanov scores with a jab to the head.
Rubenstein misses with a looping right.#T3#
Averyanov misses with a straight left.
A nice inside leg kick there by Averyanov. That's going to slow Rubenstein down.
Rubenstein throws an overhand right that lands on Averyanov's shoulder, as Averyanov tries to avoid the shot.
Averyanov looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rubenstein throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Averyanov sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rubenstein misses with a left hand
and Averyanov cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Rubenstein throws a hook but Averyanov avoids it easily.#KD2#
Oooooh!!! Averyanov has knocked Rubenstein down with a huge combo! Averyanov steps away and waves a wobbly Rubenstein back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC2#Rubenstein is rocked!
Averyanov is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Rubenstein had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Averyanov steps in with a hook that catches Rubenstein right on the chin and knocks him to the floor! Averyanov follows him down with more strikes and that's all she wrote! Rubenstein looks absolutely devastated.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Andrei Averyanov!
Andrei Averyanov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
SMASH: Wayne vs Lomax
Date: Feb 19, 2023 |
#R1#
Thomas throws a looping overhand right but Rubenstein ducks down to avoid it.
Thomas feints and then cracks Rubenstein's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Rubenstein down.
Rubenstein with a jab.
Rubenstein misses with a right hand
and Thomas counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A swing and a miss from Rubenstein.
Thomas now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Rubenstein steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Thomas.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rubenstein rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rubenstein misses with a right hand
and Thomas counters with a left to the body.
Rubenstein is breathing heavily.
Rubenstein throws a lazy uppercut
and Thomas cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Rubenstein takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Rubenstein misses with a telegraphed body shot
letting Thomas counter with a right hand. #T1#
Rubenstein misses with a hook.#KD2#
Thomas cracks Rubenstein with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Thomas has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Rubenstein to stand back up!#ROC2#Rubenstein is rocked!
Rubenstein swings widly with a right hand
and Thomas counters with a big left hand that crumples Rubenstein! He was out before he hit the floor! Brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Patrick Thomas!
An out of breath Patrick Thomas thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
SMASH: Frewin vs Nacimento
Date: Jan 22, 2023 |
#R1#
Godwin misses with the combination.
Godwin defending well as Rubenstein loads up on a big left hand.
Godwin appears to be looking for a big counter.
Rubenstein loads up on a big right hand but Godwin slips the punch.
Rubenstein avoids the head kick by Godwin.
Rubenstein swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Godwin counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rubenstein looks to score with a jab to the body but Godwin is just out of range.
Godwin tried to counter with a leg kick but Rubenstein avoided it.
Rubenstein throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Rubenstein takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rubenstein misses with a double jab
and Godwin counters with a one-two to the body.
Rubenstein misses with a straight left.
Rubenstein misses with a lunging right hand
and Godwin counters with an inside leg kick.
Godwin has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Canadian Combat Academy in the buildup to the fight.#T1#
Rubenstein misses with a looping left.
Rubenstein rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Godwin counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
No joy there for Godwin, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Rubenstein swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rubenstein defending well as Godwin loads up on a big left hand.
It seemed like Rubenstein was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Rubenstein throws a big shot that misses.
Rubenstein misses with an uppercut.
Rubenstein falls off balance throwing a combination
and Godwin counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Godwin blocks a jab.
Rubenstein throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Godwin scores with a hook.
Rubenstein throws a hook but Godwin avoids it easily.
Godwin swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T2#
Rubenstein misses with an uppercut
and Godwin counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
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!
Rubenstein misses with a hook. Godwin ducked under it nicely.
Godwin was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Rubenstein misses with a left hand
and Godwin counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rubenstein 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.
Godwin scores with a jab to the body.
Rubenstein throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Godwin sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rubenstein throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Godwin counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Godwin throws a body kick that misses.
Rubenstein throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Godwin counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rubenstein works the jab nicely.
Rubenstein throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Godwin scores with a head kick. Rubenstein tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.#ROC#Rubenstein is rocked!#T3#
Godwin connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Rubenstein misses with a right hand #KD#
and Godwin counters with a nice right hand that sends Rubenstein toppling to the canvas! Rubenstein scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Godwin finish him?!
Rubenstein is still on wobbly legs! Can Godwin finish him?
Rubenstein throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Godwin counters with a right hand to the body.
Rubenstein gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Godwin gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Rubenstein is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Basko Godwin!
A relieved looking Basko Godwin thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
SMASH: Dankovic vs Boomer
Date: Dec 18, 2022 |
#R1#
Bartz ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rubenstein moves away.
Rubenstein throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bartz takes one to the chin there.
Bartz lands with a nice combination. Rubenstein backs away looking to recover.
Bartz blocks a head kick by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bartz loads up on a big right hand but Rubenstein slips the punch.
Bartz throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rubenstein pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bartz blocks a head kick by Rubenstein.
Bartz is looking for a counter combo.
Rubenstein lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Bartz looks to score with a jab to the body but Rubenstein is just out of range.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bartz throws a nice inside leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Rubenstein.#T1#
Rubenstein walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bartz looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bartz fakes the leg kick and cracks Rubenstein in the body. #KD2#
Rubenstein knocks Bartz to the floor with a head kick! Can he finish him!?#CUT2#It looks like Chad Bartz has been cut.
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!#SU2#
Rubenstein decides to take the fight back to the feet. #KD2#
Rubenstein bobbing and weaving well here. And he's unloaded with a massive right hand that drops Bartz! He dives into his guard looking to finish!
#ROC2#Bartz is rocked!#SU2#
Rubenstein decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Bartz, up you get!
Bartz scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rubenstein doesn't seem bothered though.
Bartz scores with a leg kick.
Bartz jabs at Rubenstein's body.
Bartz displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rubenstein throws out the jab.
Bartz uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rubenstein.
Bartz blocks a head kick by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2#
Bartz throws a solid leg kick but Rubenstein takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Bartz.
Rubenstein drops his hands momentarily and Bartz takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rubenstein throws a lazy uppercut
and Bartz counters with an outside leg kick.
Rubenstein throws a lazy uppercut
and Bartz counters with a straight right hand.
Rubenstein throws a lazy uppercut
and Bartz counters with a one-two to the body.
Bartz lands a nice shot that snaps Rubenstein's head back.
#ROC#Rubenstein is rocked!
Rubenstein throws a shot from downtown. Bartz moves away and avoids it.
Bartz tried to counter with a leg kick but Rubenstein avoided it.
Rubenstein is still on wobbly legs! Can Bartz finish him?
Rubenstein waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bartz.
Rubenstein seems to have recovered his senses.
Bartz smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Rubenstein throws a looping overhand right but Bartz ducks down to avoid it.
Rubenstein on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Rubenstein looks to land a left hand but Bartz moved out of range nicely.
Rubenstein misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bartz.
Rubenstein 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.
A right-left combo lands from Rubenstein. #T3#
Bartz blocks a head kick by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bartz sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Nice jab there from Bartz.
Rubenstein throws a good cross that connects.
#KD#
Bartz sends Rubenstein crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Bartz is motioning to the referee to let Rubenstein up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Bartz is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Bartz moves out of range as Rubenstein strikes.
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!
Bartz connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Bartz cracks Rubenstein with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Rubenstein falls to his knees and Bartz doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chad Bartz!
After winning the bout, Chad Bartz thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
SMASH:Kowalkiewicz vs Menezes
Date: Nov 26, 2022 |
#R1#
Rubenstein tries a head kick but it misses.
Rubenstein swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
enabling Higgins to counter with a crisp jab.
No joy there for Rubenstein, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Higgins ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rubenstein tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Higgins was well out of range. Poor timing from Rubenstein.
Higgins thinks about countering with a head kick.
Rubenstein loads up on a big right hand but Higgins slips the punch.
Higgins uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein lands a glancing blow to the side of Higgins's head.
Higgins throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Higgins lands a slapping body shot.
Higgins throws a body shot but no joy.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Higgins.
Rubenstein drops his hands momentarily and Higgins takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Higgins thuds a left hand into Rubenstein's body.
Higgins looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Higgins lands with a kick to the temple. Rubenstein shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Higgins scores with a nice head shot.#T1#
Nice jab there from Rubenstein. #CUT2#It looks like Lou Higgins has been cut.
Higgins moves out of range of the strikes.
Higgins is looking to counter punch.
Rubenstein lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
A combination from Rubenstein does no damage.
Rubenstein misses with a hook
and Higgins counters with a nice uppercut.
Higgins lands a jab to the head.
Higgins scores with a hook to the body. Rubenstein takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Rubenstein lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Higgins lands a nice shot that snaps Rubenstein's head back.
Higgins avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rubenstein lands a nice shot that snaps Higgins's head back.
Rubenstein dips to his left and cracks Higgins with an uppercut!
Higgins staying out of range there.
Rubenstein slips under a jab.
Rubenstein is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Higgins. #T2#
Rubenstein throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rubenstein throws out a loose jab but Higgins uses good head movement to avoid it.
Higgins throws a sloppy body shot
and Rubenstein scores with a counter punch that sends Higgins to the canvas! Rubenstein smells blood - he's punishing Higgins with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Higgins has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Spencer Rubenstein!
An out of breath Spencer Rubenstein thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
SYN 814 Maluga vs. McNasty
Date: Jul 11, 2021 |
#R1#
Rubenstein lands a really nice looking cross but Slayin seems unphased.
#CUT2#It looks like Rhymin Slayin has been cut.
Slayin throws a hook but Rubenstein blocks it.
Rubenstein misses with a hook
and Slayin counters with a right hand to the body.
Slayin on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
We've been told by Slayin's head coaches at Total Impact MMA/KT that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Slayin avoids the head kick by Rubenstein.
Slayin is looking to counter punch.
Slayin bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Slayin slips a straight right by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Rubenstein misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rubenstein pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Slayin looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Rubenstein throws a jab when Slayin was well out of range.
Rubenstein swings away with a body shot that misses
and Slayin counters with a stiff right hand.
Slayin lands with a slapping head kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rubenstein throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Slayin.
Slayin connects with a jab.
Rubenstein misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Slayin looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Slayin doesn't manage to clinch there - Rubenstein circles away.
#T1#
Slayin throws a hook but Rubenstein avoids it easily.
Slayin avoids the head kick by Rubenstein.
Slayin throws a right and a left that Rubenstein avoids nicely.
Rubenstein connects with the punch.
Slayin is looking to clinch but Rubenstein is avoiding it.
Slayin feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Rubensteins jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Rubenstein keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rubenstein throws out a loose jab but Slayin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Slayin was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Slayin scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rubenstein doesn't seem bothered though.
Rubenstein throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Slayin throws a head kick but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Rubenstein ducks right into an uppercut from Slayin.
Rubenstein lands with an uppercut that bounces Slayin off the cage and back into range.
Slayin misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Slayin rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Rubenstein moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Rubenstein throws out a loose jab but Slayin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein avoids a punch combination nicely.
Rubenstein avoids the head kick by Slayin.
Rubenstein circles away from the clinch attempt.
Slayin ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Slayin half committed to a counter leg kick.
Rubenstein misses with a two punch combination.
Slayin looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Rubenstein paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Rubenstein 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.
Slayin throws a right hand that Rubenstein ducks under and follows up with a left that Rubenstein also avoids with ease.
A big right from Rubenstein misses.
Rubenstein looks to land a combination but Slayin avoids it well.
Rubenstein connects with a single shot there.#T3#
Rubenstein misses with a looping right.
Rubenstein misses with a head kick.
Rubenstein waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Slayin.
Slayin with a nice calf kick.
Rubenstein throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Slayin counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Rubenstein thinking.
Slayin throws a head kick that half lands.
Rubenstein looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Slayin displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rubenstein throws out the jab.
Slayin appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Slayin lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Rubenstein circles away quickly and effectively.
Slayin just misses with a punch to the body.
Slayin thows a leg kick but Rubenstein checks it
and Rubenstein counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Rubenstein tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Slayin was well out of range. Poor timing from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Slayin lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A telegraphed right hand from Slayin misses the target.
Slayin looks to throw the jab but Rubenstein is out of range.
Slayin throws a head kick that misses.
Rubenstein misses with an uppercut.
Slayin listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Slayin darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Rubenstein misses with a looping left.
Slayin feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Rubensteins jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Slayin pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Slayin throws a head kick but Rubenstein moves out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rubenstein 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.
#KD2#
Rubenstein catches Slayin napping and connects with a big right hand that sends Slayin to the canvas!
#SU2#
Rubenstein gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Spencer Rubenstein will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Rhymin Slayin's cut.
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#
Rubenstein throws an overhand right that lands on Slayin's shoulder, as Slayin tries to avoid the shot.
Slayin keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rubenstein.
Slayin throws a counter high kick but Rubenstein was just alert enough to avoid it.
Slayin staying out of range there.
Rubenstein throws a jab but it's blocked by Slayin.
Rubenstein misses with a series of wild punches.
Slayin lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Nice defenses there by Slayin.
Slayin swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Slayin fails in his attempt to clinch.
Rubenstein let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A jab lands there for Rubenstein.#CL#
Slayin has Rubenstein up against the cage in a clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Slayin. #BC2#
Rubenstein pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T1#
Slayin thuds a left hand into Rubenstein's body.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A slow jab from Rubenstein misses its intended target.
Slayin uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Rubenstein circles away from the clinch attempt.
Slayin tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A head kick misses from Rubenstein.
Nice body kick there by Slayin.
Slayin takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Rubenstein misses with an uppercut. Slayin saw that one coming.
Rubenstein throws a poor cross that misses
and Slayin counters with a two punch combo.
Slayin on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
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!
Slayin scores with a jab.#T2#
Rubenstein misses with a left hand
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Slayin blocks a head kick by Rubenstein.
A head kick misses from Slayin.
Rubenstein misses with an uppercut. Slayin saw that one coming.
Slayin is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Rubenstein misses the target.
Rubenstein shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Slayin eats them both and turns towards Rubenstein to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Slayin creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Slayin lands a nice shot to the body.
Slayin connects with a knee to the head.
Rubenstein is breathing heavily.
Slayin tries to land a knee to the head but Rubenstein blocks with his arms.
Slayin throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#BC2#
Rubenstein pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The fighters circling - Rubenstein throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T3#
A jab from Rubenstein misses.
Rubenstein throws a jab when Slayin was well out of range.
Slayin looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
Slayin lets loose with a powerful body kick. Rubenstein will feel that in the morning.
Rubenstein falls off balance throwing a combination
and Slayin counters with a solid body kick.
Slayin stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Slayin digs a good body shot into Rubenstein's ribs.
Slayin lands with a slapping head kick.
Slayin connects with a right that clearly hurt Rubenstein. He's backed up against the cage with nowhere to go as Slayin proceeds to tee off with vicious combinations till Rubenstein collapses and taps out under the pressure!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:45 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Rhymin Slayin!
Rhymin Slayin was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
SYN 807 Kurosaki vs. Golovkin
Date: Jun 20, 2021 |
#R1#
Rubenstein ducks under a wild hook from Liu.
Rubenstein is looking to counter punch.
Liu thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Rubenstein if he has to take too many more of those.
Rubenstein sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
A nice combination there by Liu.
A slapping body kick lands there for Liu.
Liu misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein dodges the punch combination from Liu.
Jun Liu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rubenstein getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CUT#It looks like Jun Liu has been cut.
Rubenstein has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Liu misses with a kick to the body.
#T1#
Liu throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Liu scores with a push kick.
Liu swings and misses with a hook to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Rubenstein misses the target.
Liu misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Rubenstein misses the target.
Jab from Liu.
Rubenstein walks into a jab.
Liu lands a jab to Rubenstein's midsection.
Liu throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Liu lands a nice looking kick to the body. Rubenstein takes a step back to recover.
Rubenstein throws a jab when Liu was well out of range.#T2#
Liu throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Liu just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromRubenstein.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Liu lets loose with a powerful body kick. Rubenstein will feel that in the morning.
Rubenstein misses with a body shot.
Rubenstein ducks under a wild hook from Liu.
Liu throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Liu throws a series of strikes that have Rubenstein backpedaling.
Liu throws a front kick that sends Rubenstein stumbling back into the cage.
Rubenstein with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Liu to score with a decent uppercut.
Liu throws a right and a left that both miss.
It looked like Rubenstein wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Liu throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Liu delivers a nice body kick.#T3#
Rubenstein throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Liu slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
A head kick misses from Liu.
It looked like Rubenstein wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Liu tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A quick step to the side and Rubenstein tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rubenstein scores with the left hand. Liu knows he should have avoided that one.
Liu throws a sloppy head kick and Rubenstein moves out of range easily.
Rubenstein throws a body punch but Liu moves out of range.
Liu throws a looping overhand right but Rubenstein ducks down to avoid it.
Liu goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#T4#
Liu misses with a lunging right hand
and Rubenstein counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice body kick there by Liu.
Rubenstein takes a kick to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Liu scores with a kick to the midsection.
Rubenstein moves out of range of the body kick.
Liu thuds his right hand into Rubenstein's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Rubenstein thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rubenstein moves out of range of the body kick.
Liu throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Rubenstein throwing a counter right hand but Liu manages to avoid it.
Liu lands a body shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jun Liu dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jun Liu's cut.
That's time! Rubenstein's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
A nice combination there by Liu.
Jun Liu seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Liu lands a nice looking body kick.
A big right from Rubenstein misses.
Liu connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Liu. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Liu connects with a right hand. Rubenstein shakes it off.
Liu changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Liu misses with an attempted mid kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Liu throws the kick towards the body but Rubenstein avoids it.
Liu takes a swing at Rubenstein's ribcage but misses.
Liu scores with a nice head shot.#T1#
Rubenstein throws a looping overhand right but Liu ducks down to avoid it.
As Rubenstein backs off Liu throws a huge counter combo but Rubenstein manages to avoid it all.
Jun Liu is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Rubenstein ducks under a wild hook from Liu.
Liu explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Liu throws a push kick but Rubenstein slaps the foot to one side. #KD#
Rubenstein drops Liu with a left and a right! Oh, Liu is hurt - Rubenstein dives into side control looking to finish!
#ROC#Liu is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!#SU#
Rubenstein decides to stand up, so the ref orders Liu to his feet.
Liu is still on wobbly legs! Can Rubenstein finish him?
Liu drops his hands momentarily. Rubenstein doesn't need a second invitation, landing a shot to the temple. Liu staggers and falls to the mat and the ref dives in to save him from any more punishment. Liu doesn't seem happy with the stoppage but he was done.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Spencer Rubenstein!
After winning the bout, Spencer Rubenstein thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The defeated Jun Liu had this to say: 'I don't care if i'm not a durable woman, as long as im an adorable woman ;)'. |
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Event:
Syn 797 Warror vs. Navarro 2
Date: May 07, 2021 |
#R1#
Mirage with a nice calf kick.
Rubenstein takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A low kick from Mirage misses
and Rubenstein counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#It looks like Alphonzo Mirage has been cut.
Mirage throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rubenstein blocks a low kick nicely.
Rubenstein looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mirage misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein jabs Mirage to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Rubenstein blocks a low kick nicely.
Rubenstein looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mirage fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rubenstein has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Mirage tries to land a body kick
and Rubenstein connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Mirage shoots in for a double leg but Rubenstein sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
And Rubenstein responds with a good body kick, but Mirage manages to step out the way in time.
Rubenstein moves away from the strike by Mirage.
It seemed like Rubenstein was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T1#
Mirage throws a half hearted mid kick.
Mirage swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Rubenstein throws a counter combo.
Mirage misses with a hook. Rubenstein ducked under it nicely.
Rubenstein swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mirage goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rubenstein! But no joy.
Rubenstein cracks Mirage with a good jab.
A decent looking cross lands there for Mirage.
Mirage cracks Rubenstein with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Mirage explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Mirage moves out of range as Rubenstein strikes.
Mirage smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Mirage lands a nice looking body shot.
#T2#
Mirage throws a body shot but no joy.
Mirage throws a leg kick but Rubenstein moved away.
Rubenstein looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mirage fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rubenstein checks a low kick from Mirage.
Mirage's corner calls for a 1-2. Mirage obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Rubenstein misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Mirage is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Mirage throws a nice outside leg kick.
Good shot there by Mirage.
Mirage throws a good cross that connects.
#T3#
Rubenstein uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mirage.
A countering left hand to the body from Rubenstein misses.
A low kick from Mirage misses
and Rubenstein counters with a nice uppercut.
A bone on bone clash there as Rubenstein blocks the leg kick.
Mirage throws a head kick but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Rubenstein looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've been told by Mirage's head coaches at Bear Jew's baseball camp that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Mirage works the jab nicely.
Mirage does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Rubenstein swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rubenstein moves away from the strike by Mirage.
Rubenstein unleashes a big counter combination but Mirage bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
A looping hook to the body misses from Mirage. Rubenstein does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mirage scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Good standup being displayed there by Mirage as he connects with a hook.
Mirage avoids the body shot from Rubenstein.
It looked like Mirage wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4#
Mirage misses with an uppercut
#KD2#
and Rubenstein counters with a head kick that drops Mirage - he's looking to finish, following his stunned foe to the ground!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mirage wants to control but Rubenstein is keeping busy.
#SU2#
Rubenstein stands up from half guard... He's had enough of that ground malarky for the time being.
Mirage misses with a body kick.
Rubenstein misses with a looping right.
Mirage scores with a head kick.
Mirage ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Mirage throws a leg kick which misses Rubenstein's front leg but catches the back leg as Rubenstein tries to avoid it.
Mirage missing with a left hand there. Rubenstein was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rubenstein chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Mirage can pounce on him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Alphonzo Mirage dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Alphonzo Mirage's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Mirage throws a leg kick that is checked
and Rubenstein counters with a stiff jab, followed by a cross and an uppercut! That's too much punishment for Mirage to take - he tumbles to the canvas, blood pouring from his nose, barely conscious. That's the end of the fight! Great knockout by Rubenstein!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:05 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Spencer Rubenstein!
Spencer Rubenstein seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
Syn Kerr vs Zulu
Date: Apr 18, 2021 |
#R1#
Slayin is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein connects with the punch.
Slayin with a nice calf kick.
Slayin takes one on the button.#CUT#It looks like Rhymin Slayin has been cut.
Rubenstein throws out a loose jab but Slayin uses good head movement to avoid it.
Slayin lands a jab.
Rubenstein throws a right and a left that both miss.
Slayin appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Rubenstein avoids the head kick by Slayin.
Rubenstein is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Slayin.
Rubenstein tries to bum rush Slayin with a series of wild strikes but Slayin uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Slayin walks into a straight right hand from Rubenstein.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rubenstein tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #CL2#
Slayin clinches.
Slayin unloads a knee to the mid-section. Rubenstein lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Rubenstein is breathing heavily.#T1#
Slayin landing knees to the head.
Slayin misses with a knee strike.
Slayin scores with a shot to the side of Rubenstein's head.
I was talking to Rubenstein's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Rubenstein's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Rubenstein blocks the elbow strike.
Slayin misses with an elbow over the top.
Slayin gets through Rubenstein's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Slayin trying to land knees to the body.
Rubenstein prevents a body shot from Slayin.
Slayin unloads a knee to the mid-section. Rubenstein lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Rubenstein is trying to break the clinch but Slayin has him pressed against the cage.
Slayin lands with a short shot to the head.
Slayin lands a nice elbow from the clinch. #CUT2#It looks like Spencer Rubenstein has been cut.
Slayin lands a shoulder strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Slayin has Rubenstein pressed against the cage, preventing Rubenstein from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Slayin throws a knee to the head but misses.
Slayin pushes Rubenstein back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Rubenstein's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Rubenstein tries to circle away but Slayin has him pinned against the cage.
Rubenstein is looking to break free of the clinch but Slayin has double underhooks.
A nice left hand lands by Slayin.
#T2#
A nice glancing elbow lands by Slayin.
Rubenstein wants to get back to striking at distance but Slayin won't allow it.
Slayin swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rubenstein is trying to break the clinch but Slayin is controlling him.
Slayin tries to throw a body punch but Rubenstein avoids it by throwing Slayin back against the cage.
A knee to the head by Slayin.
Slayin tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rubenstein avoiding damage as Slayin throws knees to the body.
A short body shot lands from Slayin as the two fighters clinch.
Slayin prevents Rubenstein from breaking the clinch.#BC#
Rubenstein breaks the clinch.
Rubenstein ducks under a wild hook from Slayin.
Rubenstein throws a right hand that Slayin ducks under and follows up with a left that Slayin also avoids with ease.
Slayin unleashes a big counter combination but Rubenstein bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Slayin lands with a straight right. Rubenstein didn't see that one coming.#CL2#
Slayin has closed the distance and engaged Rubenstein in a clinch.
A short left from Slayin.
Rubenstein is trying to break the clinch but Slayin is controlling him.#T3#
Rubenstein prevents a body shot from Slayin.
Slayin throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Slayin throws a knee to the head but misses.
Slayin throws a knee to the head but misses.
Rubenstein pushes Slayin back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Rubenstein can't break the clinch.
Rubenstein blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Slayin tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rubenstein's elbow. #BC#
Rubenstein's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Slayin throws a sloppy head kick and Rubenstein moves out of range easily.
Good work by Slayin as he checks the leg kick.
A countering left hand to the body from Slayin misses.
A head kick by Rubenstein misses
and Slayin counters with a right hand to the body.
Rubenstein throws a head kick but Slayin moves out of range.
Rubenstein throws a sloppy head kick
and Slayin counters with a one-two to the body. #KD2#
Slayin drops Rubenstein with a beautiful combination! Rubenstein stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Slayin is looking for the KO!#ROC2#Rubenstein is rocked!#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL2#
Slayin gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Oh Rubenstein is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Slayin misses with a knee to the head.
Rubenstein seems to have got his legs back now.
Slayin misses with the head strike.
Slayin tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Slayin scores with a shoulder strike.
Slayin lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Slayin using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Rubenstein has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Slayin misses with a knee strike.
#BC#
Rubenstein breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rubenstein lands a right hook to the body.
Slayin with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Rubenstein to score with a decent uppercut.
Rubenstein blocks a head kick by Slayin.
A little feinted left hand from Rubenstein on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Slayin swings widly with a right hand
and Rubenstein counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rubenstein looks to throw the jab but Slayin is out of range.
Slayin staying out of range there.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Rhymin Slayin dominated that round.
Both fighters have cut men working on them during the interval.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Rubenstein misses with a right hand
and Slayin counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Slayin fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rubenstein has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Slayin tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Slayin doesn't manage to clinch there - Rubenstein circles away.
Rubenstein was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#KD2#
Slayin lands a big head kick that sends Rubenstein tumbling to the mat! Slayin takes a step backwards and waves Rubenstein back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Rubenstein digs a good body shot into Slayin's ribs.
Rubenstein misses the jab.
Rubenstein is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Rubenstein lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Slayin looks to land a combination but Rubenstein avoids it well.
Rubenstein swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Slayin moves out of range as Rubenstein throws a body kick.
Slayin fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rubenstein.#T1#
Rubenstein works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Slayin swings away with a body shot that misses
and Rubenstein counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rubenstein clobbers Slayin with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A telegraphed right hand from Slayin misses the target.
Slayin throws a head kick but Rubenstein moves out of range.
A combination from Rubenstein does no damage.
Slayin throws a big counter head kick but Rubenstein avoids it with no problem.
Rubenstein throws a jab when Slayin was well out of range.
Rubenstein throws a shot from downtown. Slayin moves away and avoids it.
Rubenstein throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Slayin lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Rubenstein moves out of range of the strikes.#T2#
A slow jab from Rubenstein misses its intended target.
Rubenstein swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Rubenstein misses with a hook
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rubenstein connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Rubenstein throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL2#
Slayin moves into the clinch.#BC#
Rubenstein escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Slayin throws a low kick but it's checked well by Rubenstein.
Slayin throws a hook to the side of Rubenstein's head but Rubenstein sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Rubenstein blocks a head kick by Slayin.
Rubenstein scores with a head kick. Slayin tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Slayin moves out of range as Rubenstein strikes.#T3#
Slayin tries a head kick but it misses.
A head kick by Rubenstein misses
enabling Slayin to counter with a crisp jab.
Rubenstein misses with a right hand
and Slayin counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Slayin takes a kick to the side of the head.
Rubenstein 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.
Slayin lands a nice shot to the body.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Slayin throws a sloppy head kick and Rubenstein moves out of range easily.
Rubenstein throws a shot from downtown. Slayin moves away and avoids it.#CL2#
Slayin drives through and clinches with Rubenstein against the cage.
Rubenstein takes a knee right on the jaw!
Slayin lands a knee to the body.
Slayin lands a 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!
A nice right hand lands inside from Slayin.
Slayin scores with a shot to the side of Rubenstein's head. #T4#
A body shot lands from Slayin.
Rubenstein tries to break the clinch but Slayin is controlling the position.
Slayin lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Slayin lands a hook that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
A shot in the inside from Slayin.
Slayin lands an elbow inside that Rubenstein shrugs off.
Slayin working the clinch nicely. Rubenstein is working for position but Slayin cracks him with a big knee to the head! Rubenstein crumples up against the cage and Slayin lands two more shots before the ref can save Rubenstein! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Knee & Punches). Rhymin Slayin!
After the fight, Rhymin Slayin was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
Syn Whymer vs Mfer
Date: Mar 28, 2021 |
#R1#
Tsuruta lands a nice hook to Rubenstein's body. Rubenstein takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Jab from Tsuruta.
Rubenstein avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rubenstein throws a right and a left that Tsuruta avoids nicely.
Tsuruta thuds a left hand into Rubenstein's body.
Tsuruta cracks Rubenstein with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Rubenstein looks to throw the jab but Tsuruta is out of range.
Rubenstein ducks under a wild hook from Tsuruta.#KD#
Rubenstein connects with a vicious head kick that knocks Tsuruta to the floor! Rubenstein dives in looking for the finish!#CUT#It looks like Tomomi Tsuruta has been cut.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SU#
Rubenstein stands, ready to strike. The ref makes him back up and allows Tsuruta to get to his feet.
Tsuruta thuds his right hand into Rubenstein's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Tsuruta lands with an uppercut that bounces Rubenstein off the cage and back into range.
Tsuruta throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Tsuruta throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Tomomi Tsuruta seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rubenstein tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T1#
Tsuruta scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Tsuruta throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Rubenstein stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Rubenstein drops his hands momentarily and Tsuruta takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Tsuruta misses the shot to the body.
Tsuruta uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rubenstein.
Tsuruta throws a looping overhand right but Rubenstein ducks down to avoid it.
Rubenstein is really turning it up, unleashing another crisp combination which drops Tsuruta like a ton of bricks! The referee dives in to stop the fight, saving Tsuruta from another fist facial!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Spencer Rubenstein!
An out of breath Spencer Rubenstein thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
Syn Gusmao vs Uesugi
Date: Mar 06, 2021 |
#R1#
Magufuli I V scores with a jab to the body.
Rubenstein lands a head kick!
Magufuli I V throws an off balance right hand
#KD2#
and Rubenstein counters with a series of strikes that sends Magufuli I V to the canvas! Rubenstein follows down into guard, looking to finish the fight! #SU2#
Magufuli I V is working an open guard so Rubenstein takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Magufuli I V just misses with a punch to the body.
Rubenstein misses with a hook
and Magufuli I V cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Rubenstein misses with a hook
and Magufuli I V cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#KD#
Magufuli I V lands a big uppercut and Rubenstein crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Rubenstein looks OK. Magufuli I V waves Rubenstein back to his feet!#ROC#Rubenstein is rocked!
A big left from Rubenstein misses.
Rubenstein is still on wobbly legs! Can Magufuli I V finish him?
Magufuli I V throws a head kick that misses.
Rubenstein seems to have recovered his senses.
Magufuli I V definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Rubenstein throws a body shot but no joy.
Rubenstein throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Magufuli I V. #T1#
Rubenstein throws a sloppy head kick and Magufuli I V moves out of range easily.
It looked like Magufuli I V wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A head kick misses from Rubenstein.
Magufuli I V is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Magufuli I V stuns Rubenstein with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Rubenstein ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Magufuli I V moves away.
Magufuli I V throws the left hand but Rubenstein avoids the punch easily.#KD2#
Rubenstein lands a jab followed by a vicious hook that sends Magufuli I V sprawling to the canvas. Rubenstein follows him down, looking for the kill. Can Magufuli I V hang on? #ROC2#Magufuli I V is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SU2#
Rubenstein stands up from half guard.
Oh Magufuli I V is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A punch combination from Rubenstein misses.
Magufuli I V throws a hook but Rubenstein avoids it easily.
Magufuli I V swings for the body but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Magufuli I V seems to have got his legs back now.
Magufuli I V avoids the head kick by Rubenstein.
A little feinted left hand from Magufuli I V on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Rubenstein avoids a kick to the body.
#T2#
Magufuli I V uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rubenstein.
Magufuli I V misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rubenstein.
Magufuli I V cracks a nice hook into Rubenstein's ribs.
Rubenstein keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We've been informed that Rubenstein has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Rubenstein takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Rubenstein on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Magufuli I V scores with a jab to the head.
Magufuli I V fails to land with a series of punches.
Rubenstein cracks Magufuli I V with an open hand slap.
Magufuli I V throws a right hand that Rubenstein ducks under and follows up with a left that Rubenstein also avoids with ease.#T3#
Rubenstein works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
A head kick by Rubenstein misses
and Magufuli I V counters with a nice body shot.
Magufuli I V listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Rubenstein throws a head kick that misses.
Magufuli I V throwing a counter right hand but Rubenstein manages to avoid it.
Rubenstein is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Magufuli I V.
Magufuli I V walks into a straight right hand from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Magufuli I V was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Rubenstein tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
A big right from Rubenstein misses.
Rubenstein throws a combination that misses
and Magufuli I V counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
Magufuli I V misses with a right hand
and Rubenstein counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Magufuli I V thinking.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Magufuli I V uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A quick step to the side and Magufuli I V tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rubenstein looks to throw the jab but Magufuli I V is out of range.
Rubenstein uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Magufuli I V.
Magufuli I V misses with a body kick.
Rubenstein slips under a jab from Magufuli I V.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rubenstein throws an ugly left hook that misses
#KD#
and Magufuli I V counters with a nice right hand that sends Rubenstein toppling to the canvas! Rubenstein scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Magufuli I V finish him?!
Rubenstein scores with a nice right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Kassim Magufuli I V will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Magufuli I V connects with a solid leg kick.
Magufuli I V misses with a double jab.
Rubenstein throws a big shot that misses.
Rubenstein misses with a head kick.
Magufuli I V swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rubenstein misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rubenstein 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.
Rubenstein throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magufuli I V avoids the body shot from Rubenstein.
Magufuli I V defending well as Rubenstein loads up on a big left hand.
Rubenstein takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T1##KD#
Magufuli I V lands a big head kick that sends Rubenstein tumbling to the mat! Magufuli I V takes a step backwards and waves Rubenstein back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT#It looks like Spencer Rubenstein has been cut.
Rubenstein misses with a jab to the body
and Magufuli I V counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rubenstein throws a head kick that misses.
Rubenstein throws out a loose jab but Magufuli I V uses good head movement to avoid it.
Magufuli I V fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Magufuli I V cracks Rubenstein with a right hand to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rubenstein misses with a kick to the body
and Magufuli I V counters with a huge left! Rubenstein is in big trouble! He's backing up but Magufuli I V isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Rubenstein from any more damage. A dominating finish by Magufuli I V!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Kassim Magufuli I V!
Our winner, Kassim Magufuli I V, 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:
Syn 780 Maluga vs Piano
Date: Feb 13, 2021 |
#R1#
Rubenstein avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A nice leg kick lands there from Ispa.
Ispa lands with a shot to the body.
Ispa connects with an inside leg kick.
Ispa misses with a takedown attempt
and Rubenstein counters with a left to the body.
Ispa lands a leg kick that knocks Rubenstein off balance momentarily.
Ispa looks to land a combination but Rubenstein avoids it well.
Rubenstein looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ispa lands a nice leg kick that just misses Rubenstein's sensitive parts.
Ispa lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rubenstein takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Ispa closes this distance looking for a takedown but Rubenstein circles away.
We've been informed that Rubenstein has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.#CL#
Ispa clinches up against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#BC2#
Rubenstein pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Ispa tries for a takedown but Rubenstein circles away easily
and Rubenstein counters with a straight right hand.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tank Ispa. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1##CL#
Ispa closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Rubenstein's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Rubenstein is looking to break free of the clinch but Ispa has double underhooks.
Ispa throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Rubenstein avoids the elbow strike from Ispa, against the cage.
Ispa changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Rubenstein fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Ispa connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A big right from Ispa misses.
Rubenstein looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rubenstein stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Ispa.
Rubenstein takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Ispa scores with a leg kick.
#T2#
Ispa misses with a kick to the body
and Rubenstein counters with a stiff right hand.
Ispa connects with a body shot.
Ispa looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ispa. Rubenstein does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ispa moves out of the way of the counter high kick fromRubenstein.
Ispa has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Alpha Brasil in the buildup to the fight.
Ispa buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Ispa cracks Rubenstein with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ispa is looking to score with low kicks.
Ispa scores with a jab.
Tank Ispa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ispa lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Ispa shoots in looking for a takedown but Rubenstein manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Ispa's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Rubenstein is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Nice body kick from Ispa.
Ispa looks to land a body kick but Rubenstein moved away.#T3#
Ispa tries for a takedown but Rubenstein sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Rubenstein swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Ispa swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Rubenstein.
Ispa throws a leg kick
and Rubenstein counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ispa lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Rubenstein has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Rubenstein and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Ispa shoots in but no luck this time.
Rubenstein swats away the attempt to clinch by Ispa.
Rubenstein looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ispa doesn't manage to clinch there - Rubenstein circles away.
A little jabbing left from Rubenstein on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Rubenstein steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Ispa. That one must have hurt.
Spencer Rubenstein is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rubenstein takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Ispa buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Ispa throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Rubenstein comes in over the top with a devastating right hand! Ispa stumbles back against the cage, looking to regain his senses but Rubenstein is on him like rabid pit bull! Ispa slumps to the ground under a storm of punches and this fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Spencer Rubenstein!
A relieved looking Spencer Rubenstein thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
SYN 776 Piano vs Barbarian
Date: Jan 24, 2021 |
#R1#
A head kick misses from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws a jab when Al Din was well out of range.
Rubenstein swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Al Din counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rubenstein missing with a left hand there. Al Din was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A little jabbing left from Al Din on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Rubenstein misses the shot to the body.
Rubenstein looks to score with a jab to the body but Al Din is just out of range.
Jab by Al Din.
Rubenstein misses with a hook
enabling Al Din to counter with a crisp jab.
Rubenstein throws a lazy head kick
and Al Din counters with a low kick, right behind Rubenstein 's knee.
Al Din ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rubenstein thows a left - swing and a miss!
Al Din tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Rubenstein throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Al Din 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.
Al Din scores with a body shot.
#T1#
Rubenstein throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Al Din looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Rubenstein misses with a wild combination.
Rubenstein looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Rubenstein misses with a hook to the body
and Al Din cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Rubenstein stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#CUT#It looks like Badr Al Din has been cut.
Rubenstein throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Al Din tries a quick counter leg kick but Rubenstein is wise to it.
Rubenstein throws a head kick but Al Din moves out of range.
Al Din appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Rubenstein throws a head kick but Al Din moves out of range.
That kick from Al Din tenderised Rubenstein's leg. Rubenstein is trying to keep his angry face on.
Al Din thumps Rubenstein with a low kick.
Rubenstein bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Al Din listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T2#
Rubenstein pulls out of a head kick attempt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Al Din motions for Rubenstein to come forward. Al Din throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Rubenstein swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Al Din slips a jab from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Al Din steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Al Din has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Rubenstein misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Rubenstein throws a hook to the side of Al Din's head but Al Din sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rubenstein throws a right hand that misses
and Al Din connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Rubenstein rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Al Din counters with a thumping low kick.
Nice body kick from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein swings widly with a right hand
and Al Din makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
Rubenstein is breathing heavily.
The fighters circle momentarily. Al Din darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Al Din cracks Rubenstein with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Rubenstein falls to his knees and Al Din doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Badr Al Din!
A very excited looking Badr Al Din 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:
SYN 772 Latrobe vs Gravas 2
Date: Jan 10, 2021 |
#R1#
Rubenstein throws a nice head kick!
#CUT#It looks like Mike Holmes Jr has been cut.
Holmes Jr tries a low kick but Rubenstein avoids it.
It appears Rubenstein was looking to counter with a kick there.
Holmes Jr throws a lazy head kick
and Rubenstein counters with a nice body shot.
Rubenstein looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Holmes Jr lands a nice shot that snaps Rubenstein's head back.
Holmes Jr throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rubenstein avoids the head kick by Holmes Jr.
Rubenstein lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holmes Jr misses with a hook
enabling Rubenstein to counter with a crisp jab.
A punch combination from Holmes Jr misses. #T1#
A big right from Rubenstein misses. #KD#
Oooooh!!! Rubenstein has knocked Holmes Jr down with a huge combo! Rubenstein steps away and waves a wobbly Holmes Jr back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#Holmes Jr is rocked!
Rubenstein lands a monster head kick that reverborates around the arena! The crowd goes wild as Holmes Jr crumples to the floor! Rubenstein milks the crowd's applause and if that isn't knockout of the night, I will be very surprised!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Spencer Rubenstein!
A relieved looking Spencer Rubenstein thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
Syn 765
Date: Dec 13, 2020 |
#R1#
Cobb connects with a body shot.
Rubenstein misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Cobb.
Rubenstein throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Rubenstein is looking to land body kicks.
Cobb has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Rubenstein ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Cobb moves away.
Rubenstein throws a sloppy head kick and Cobb moves out of range easily.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rubenstein blocks a jab.
Cobb scores with a hook.
Rubenstein tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Rubenstein has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Cobb uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rubenstein.
Cobb misses with a head kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD2#
A big head kick from Rubenstein and Cobb is sent sprawling to the canvas! #CUT2#It looks like Wallace Cobb has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rubenstein has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Cobb is proving hard to escape from.
Cobb manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rubenstein manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##T1#
Rubenstein is wriggling around but Cobb manages to pass to half guard.
Cobb not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Cobb content to control rather than advance.
Cobb thows a huge punch but Rubenstein dodges it nicely.
#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Cobb with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Rubenstein is refusing to be controlled, as Cobb sits in half guard.
Cobb prevents Rubenstein from standing back up.
Rubenstein is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T3#
Cobb looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
A jab from Rubenstein misses.
Rubenstein pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cobb seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Rubenstein lands a head kick!
Cobb throws a head kick but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Cobb getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Rubenstein lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Cobb walks into a straight right hand from Rubenstein.
Cobb ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rubenstein misses with a straight right.
Rubenstein moves away from the strike by Cobb.
Rubenstein throws a big shot that misses.
A head kick misses from Cobb. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rubenstein throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Rubenstein misses with a wild body shot.
Cobb's corner calls for a 1-2. Cobb obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Cobb jabs Rubenstein to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Cobb walks into a straight right hand from Rubenstein.
Cobb takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Rubenstein tries to clinch but Cobb moves away
and Cobb counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CL2#
Rubenstein forces Cobb back against the cage and clinches.
Cobb lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Cobb tries to work over Rubenstein's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Rubenstein manages to break the clinch.
Cobb takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Rubenstein moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Rubenstein throws a hook but Cobb blocks it.
Cobb connects with a good right hand that stumbles Rubenstein. Rubenstein circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Spencer Rubenstein dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Wallace Cobb's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Cobb misses with a hook.
Cobb keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cobb misses with a jab, cross combination.
It seemed like Rubenstein was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Cobb avoids the head kick by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws a series of punches but Cobb moves out of range.
Rubenstein has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Rubenstein lands a head shot.
Rubenstein misses with a left hand
and Cobb counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Both fighters circling a little - Cobb finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Cobb takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rubenstein throws a lazy head kick
and Cobb counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Cobb pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rubenstein will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cobb avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Cobb misses its target.#T1#
Cobb blocks a jab.
Rubenstein throws an overhand right that lands on Cobb's shoulder, as Cobb tries to avoid the shot.
Rubenstein connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Cobb slips under a jab from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein avoids the head kick by Cobb.
Cobb uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rubenstein.
Cobb will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be getting the better of the standup.#TD#
Cobb closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Rubenstein throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cobb gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#T2#
Rubenstein misses with a hook
and Cobb connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Cobb looks to score with a jab to the body but Rubenstein is just out of range.
Rubenstein throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Cobb counters with a nice uppercut.
Rubenstein scores with a jab to the head.
Cobb throws a head kick that misses.
Cobb throws a head kick that misses.
Rubenstein throws a lazy head kick #CL#
and Cobb holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Cobb works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Cobb lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Cobb doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Cobb tries for a takedown but Rubenstein manages to get underhooks.
Rubenstein has had enough of the clinch but Cobb keeps him there for the moment.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Cobb.
Rubenstein's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T3##BC2#
Rubenstein breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#KD#
Oooooh!!! Cobb has knocked Rubenstein down with a huge combo! Cobb steps away and waves a wobbly Rubenstein back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#Rubenstein is rocked!
Rubenstein throws a right and a left that Cobb avoids nicely.
Cobb ducks under a wild hook from Rubenstein.
Cobb lands a big head kick that sends Rubenstein to the canvas! Cobb follows up with strikes from the mount that forces the ref to step in and stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:24 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Wallace Cobb!
A relieved looking Wallace Cobb thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
Syn Magufuli I V vs Cobb 2
Date: Nov 15, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Rubenstein has managed to clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Hammer fails to land.
Hammer blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Hammer backwards. #BC2#
Hammer's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rubenstein misses with a lunging right hand
and Hammer counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #KD#
Rubenstein sets himself and throws a head kick that knocks Hammer to the ground! Rubenstein dives into full mount looking to finish!#ROC#Hammer is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Thor Hammer has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SU#
Rubenstein is standing up out of mount! Strange tactic there - he must really want this one on the feet!
Hammer is still on wobbly legs! Can Rubenstein finish him?
Hammer leaves his chin hanging out and Rubenstein seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Hammer crumbles to the floor in a heap, and the referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Spencer Rubenstein!
A victorious Spencer Rubenstein 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:
Syn 721
Date: Oct 04, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Slayin takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Rubenstein throws a head kick but Slayin moves out of range.
Slayin avoids the body shot from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rubenstein misses with a hook
and Slayin counters with a nice uppercut.
Slayin loads up on a big right hand but Rubenstein slips the punch.
Slayin takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#CUT2#It looks like Rhymin Slayin has been cut.
Slayin bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Slayin tries to clinch up but Rubenstein circles away and keeps his distance.
Rubenstein takes one to the chin there.
Rubenstein throws a sloppy head kick and Slayin moves out of range easily.
A telegraphed right hand from Rubenstein misses the target.
An attempted straight right counter from Slayin misses the target.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Slayin misses with a hook to the ribs.
A short right from Slayin.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Slayin misses with the head strike.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside. #T1#
Rubenstein managing to block the knees to the body from Slayin.
#BC2#
Rubenstein escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Slayin moves out of range of the strikes.
It looked like Slayin was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Slayin fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Rubenstein appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Rubenstein misses the target.
Rubenstein bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Slayin scores with a decent looking hook.
Slayin thuds his right hand into Rubenstein's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Slayin scores with a three punch combo!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rubenstein is looking to land body kicks.
Rubenstein throws a head kick but Slayin moves out of range.
Slayin is looking to clinch but Rubenstein is avoiding it.
Slayin showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Rubenstein.
Slayin dodges the punch combination from Rubenstein.
#T2#
Rubenstein takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A head kick misses from Rubenstein.
A jab from Slayin misses.
Rubenstein uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Slayin.
Rubenstein takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Rubenstein misses with an uppercut
and Slayin cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Rubenstein misses with a double jab.
Rubenstein keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Rubenstein throws a fast counter high kick but Slayin manages to duck under it in time.
Slayin scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Slayin takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Rubenstein lands with a right hand.
Slayin is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Rubenstein scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Rubenstein scores with a head kick. Slayin tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Slayin moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T3#
Slayin stuns Rubenstein with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Slayin takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Slayin lands with a nice combination. Rubenstein backs away looking to recover.
A swing and a miss from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws a head kick that misses.
Rubenstein throws a sloppy head kick and Slayin moves out of range easily.
It looks like Slayin has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Rubenstein.
Slayin throwing a counter right hand but Rubenstein manages to avoid it.
Slayin throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Rubenstein on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Slayin. Slayin obviously looking to wear him down.
Rubenstein throws a sloppy head kick and Slayin moves out of range easily.
Slayin throws a series of punches but Rubenstein moves out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Rubenstein misses the target.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rubenstein looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Rubenstein throws a shot from downtown. Slayin moves away and avoids it.
Slayin misses with a few strikes there.
#T4#
Rubenstein tries a head kick but it misses.
Slayin scores with a body shot.
Rubenstein throws a right hand that Slayin ducks under and follows up with a left that Slayin also avoids with ease.
Slayin listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Slayin cracks Rubenstein with a good jab.
Rubenstein throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Slayin counters with a nice uppercut.
Rubenstein on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Rubenstein with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Slayin rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Rubenstein moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Slayin throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #CL#
Slayin moves into the clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rubenstein lands a shoulder strike. #BC#
Slayin breaks the clinch.
Rubenstein connects with a high kick.
Some wild striking there from Rubenstein.
An attempted straight right counter from Slayin misses the target.
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 Rhymin Slayin will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Rhymin Slayin's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Rubenstein pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Slayin drops his hands momentarily and Rubenstein takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Whack! Rubenstein lands a heavy head kick that drops Slayin. The ref tackles Rubenstein to stop the fight - a great save by the referee because Slayin was done.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:14 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Head Kick). Spencer Rubenstein!
An out of breath Spencer Rubenstein thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
Syn Chaos
Date: Sep 05, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rubenstein slips under a jab from Borjigin.
Rubenstein's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Borjigin connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Rubenstein scrambles back to his feet.
Borjigin moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Rubenstein avoids the head kick by Borjigin.
Rubenstein appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Borjigin throws a body punch but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Rubenstein swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#CL2#
Borjigin instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Borjigin has a couple of punches blocked by Rubenstein.
#BC2#
Borjigin breaks the clinch.
Good leg kick by Borjigin.
Rubenstein takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Rubenstein has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Randall's Top Team in the buildup to the fight.#T1#
Borjigin missing with a left hand there. Rubenstein was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Borjigin closes the distance but Rubenstein moves to the side
enabling Rubenstein to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT#It looks like Khunbish Borjigin has been cut.
Borjigin jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Borjigin looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Nice body punch from Borjigin.
Rubenstein blocks a head kick by Borjigin.
Rubenstein is looking to counter punch.
Borjigin with a nice cross.#T2#
Borjigin misses with an uppercut
and Rubenstein counters with a nice body shot.
Rubenstein on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Rubenstein moves out of range of the leg kick from Borjigin.#CL2#
Borjigin has Rubenstein up against the cage in a clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A frustrated look appears on Rubenstein's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Borjigin misses with a punch on the inside.
Borjigin throws a head punch that misses.
Borjigin misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#BC2#
Borjigin's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Borjigin wants to land a leg kick but Rubenstein is out of range.
Borjigin looks to throw the jab but Rubenstein is out of range.
Rubenstein was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.#T3#
Borjigin connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Danga de danga de dang - Borjigin scores with a four punch combination!
Borjigin misses with a right hand
and Rubenstein cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Borjigin throws the left hand but Rubenstein avoids the punch easily.
Borjigin lands a right hook to the body.
Borjigin misses with a hook.
Rubenstein appears to be looking for a big counter.#CL2#
Borjigin instigates a clinch. #T4#
A short uppercut from Borjigin. #BC#
Rubenstein escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A shot to the body from Borjigin misses
and Borjigin takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Khunbish Borjigin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Borjigin throws a low kick but it's checked well by Rubenstein.
Borjigin wants to clinch up but Rubenstein keeps it at a distance.
Rubenstein is looking to counter with head kicks.
Borjigin throws a lazy body kick
and Rubenstein counters with a nice uppercut.
Borjigin lands a jab.
Borjigin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rubenstein.
Borjigin moves out of range of the body kick.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Khunbish Borjigin dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Khunbish Borjigin's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Rubenstein misses with a body shot
enabling Borjigin to counter with a crisp jab. #CL2#
Borjigin has managed to clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Borjigin fails to land.
A shot in the inside from Borjigin. #BC#
Rubenstein pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Borjigin jabs Rubenstein right on the nose. Rubenstein blinks but takes it well.
That kick from Borjigin tenderised Rubenstein's leg. Rubenstein is trying to keep his angry face on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Borjigin throws a leg kick
enabling Rubenstein to counter with a crisp jab.
Rubenstein takes a jab right on the kisser.
Rubenstein checks a low kick from Borjigin.
Borjigin just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromRubenstein.#T1#
Rubenstein misses with a hook. Borjigin ducked under it nicely.
Rubenstein just misses with a punch to the body.
Borjigin looks for the body kick but Rubenstein saw that one coming.
Rubenstein is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Borjigin pounces like a tiger and cracks Rubenstein with a vicious hook! Rubenstein is down but not out! Borjigin follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Khunbish Borjigin!
Khunbish Borjigin decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
SYN King's Road
Date: Aug 14, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rautio throws a body punch but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Nice defenses there by Rubenstein.
A little feinted left hand from Rubenstein on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Rautio misses with a body shot
and Rubenstein counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Rubenstein looks to land a combination but Rautio avoids it well.
Rautio was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Rautio drops his hands momentarily and Rubenstein takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Rautio scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rautio looks to score with a jab to the body but Rubenstein is just out of range.
Rautio ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T1#
Rubenstein misses with an uppercut
and Rautio counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rubenstein lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Risto Rautio seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rubenstein just misses with a punch to the body.
Rubenstein gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Rautio.
A shot to the liver by Rautio. Beautiful body shot.
Rautio pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rubenstein swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Rubenstein walks into a stiff left hand from Rautio.
Rubenstein takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
#T2#
Rautio lands with a good body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rubenstein tests Rautio's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rautio connects with a looping right hand.
Rubenstein slips under a jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Rubenstein misses the target.
Rautio tries to close the distance and clinch up but Rubenstein swats him away and circles back towards the center.
A little feinted left hand from Rubenstein on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Rautio connects with a good right hand that stumbles Rubenstein. Rubenstein circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T3#
Nice body kick from Rautio.
Rautio throws a series of punches but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Rubenstein is looking to counter punch.
A big right from Rautio misses.
Rubenstein blocks a head kick by Rautio.
A little feinted left hand from Rubenstein on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Rubenstein misses with the combination.
Rautio avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rautio throws a low kick, looking for Rubenstein's leg but Rubenstein calmly moves out of range.
Rautio has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.#T4#
Rautio misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein ducks right into an uppercut from Rautio.
Rautio throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Rubenstein throws a hook but Rautio avoids it easily.
Rautio connects with a solid leg kick.
Rautio lands with a thumping leg kick.
Rautio misses with a jab to the body
enabling Rubenstein to counter with a crisp jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Risto Rautio dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Rubenstein tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Risto Rautio seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Rautio waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rubenstein.
Rubenstein is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rautio. #KD#
Rubenstein drops Rautio with a left and a right! Oh, Rautio is hurt - Rubenstein dives into side control looking to finish!
#ROC#Rautio is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Risto Rautio has been cut.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rubenstein wants to stand but Rautio is controlling his arm.#SU#
Rubenstein decides to stand up, so the ref orders Rautio to his feet.
Rubenstein shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T1#
Rubenstein keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rautio.
Rautio lands with a good body shot.
Rubenstein slips under a jab.
Rubenstein jinks towards his opponent looking like he wants to counter with a mid kick but doesn't commit.
Rautio fails in his attempt to clinch.
Rubenstein swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Rautio makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Rautio lands with a nice body kick.
Rautio misses the shot to the body. #T2##CL2#
Rautio has closed the distance and engaged Rubenstein in a clinch.
A short body shot lands from Rubenstein as the two fighters clinch.
Rautio is breathing heavily.
Rubenstein tries to circle away but Rautio has him pinned against the ropes.#BC#
Rubenstein's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rautio throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#KD#
A jab-cross combination lands for Rubenstein and sends Rautio crashing to the mat! Rubenstein follows him down to the mat - Rautio regains half guard but he's not out of trouble yet!
Rautio is still in real trouble! Can Rubenstein finish him?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SU#
Rubenstein decides to stand and escape the position.
Rubenstein connects with a left and a right that sees a clearly hurt Rautio covering up! Rubenstein comes in with a big uppercut and Rautio goes doooown! He's slumped up against the ropes, eyes staring blankly into space.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Spencer Rubenstein!
A very excited looking Spencer Rubenstein 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:
Syn MONEY PRODUCTIONS
Date: Jul 18, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Rubenstein avoids the head kick by Holmes Jr.
A telegraphed right hand from Rubenstein misses the target.
Rubenstein on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Holmes Jr. Holmes Jr obviously looking to wear him down.
Holmes Jr avoids the body shot from Rubenstein.
Holmes Jr throws a leg kick
and Rubenstein counters with a straight right hand.
A head kick misses from Rubenstein.
Holmes Jr lands a jab to Rubenstein's midsection.
Rubenstein throws a body shot but no joy.
Holmes Jr tries to counter by closing the distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Holmes Jr tries to clinch
and Rubenstein counters with a stiff right hand.
Holmes Jr sizes up Rubenstein with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Holmes Jr scoring well with a low kick there.
Holmes Jr throws a big shot that misses.
A little feinted left hand from Rubenstein on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T1#
Holmes Jr throws a right and a left that both miss.
Rubenstein is looking to counter with head kicks.
Holmes Jr misses with a wild combination.
A little feinted left hand from Rubenstein on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Rubenstein moves out of range of the leg kick from Holmes Jr.
Rubenstein misses the shot to the body.
Holmes Jr tries to clinch
and Rubenstein connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL2#
Holmes Jr moves into the clinch successfully.
Holmes Jr has Rubenstein pressed against the cage, preventing Rubenstein from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Rubenstein working hard to break the clinch.
Holmes Jr lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Rubenstein or not.
Holmes Jr doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC#
Rubenstein manages to break the clinch.
Holmes Jr is looking to clinch but Rubenstein is avoiding it.
Rubenstein uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Holmes Jr.
#T2#
Holmes Jr goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Rubenstein avoids the head kick by Holmes Jr.
Rubenstein is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#CL2#
Holmes Jr has closed the distance and engaged Rubenstein in a clinch.
#BC#
Rubenstein escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
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!
Holmes Jr misses with a wild body shot.
Holmes Jr throws a good cross that connects.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Holmes Jr, as that shot connected.
Holmes Jr misses with a body shot
letting Rubenstein counter with a right hand.
Holmes Jr tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Rubenstein is able to avoid easily.
Rubenstein tries to move into range but Holmes Jr moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Holmes Jr throws a poor cross that misses
and Rubenstein counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T3#
Holmes Jr throws a sloppy head kick and Rubenstein moves out of range easily.
Rubenstein throwing a counter right hand but Holmes Jr manages to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Holmes Jr misses the target.
A shot to the liver by Rubenstein. Beautiful body shot.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Holmes Jr is trying to pull guard but Rubenstein turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Holmes Jr misses with some punches.
Rubenstein scores with a shoulder strike.
Rubenstein looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Rubenstein is trying to break the clinch but Holmes Jr has him pressed against the cage. #BC#
Rubenstein's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Holmes Jr is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rubenstein avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Holmes Jr wants to clinch.
Rubenstein is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T4#
Holmes Jr tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rubenstein thinks about countering with a head kick.
Rubenstein takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Holmes Jr misses with a kick to the body
and Rubenstein counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mike Holmes Jr seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Holmes Jr throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Rubenstein takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Holmes Jr scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Rubenstein avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Rubenstein takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Holmes Jr scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mike Holmes Jr dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Holmes Jr takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Holmes Jr uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rubenstein.
Holmes Jr fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rubenstein.
Holmes Jr closes the distance but Rubenstein moves to the side
and Rubenstein counters with a nice body shot.
Rubenstein looks to score with a jab to the body but Holmes Jr is just out of range.
Rubenstein circles to his right before unloading a perfect head kick! Holmes Jr drops to the canvas, hurt badly! Rubenstein follows Holmes Jr to the ground and unloads with a series of strikes that force the referee to step in and end the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Spencer Rubenstein!
Spencer Rubenstein seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
Syn 692 Turner vs Gravas
Date: Jun 13, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Kwon lands a right hook to the body.
Kwon misses with a two punch combination.
Kwon misses with a right hand
and Rubenstein counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2#It looks like Sol Kwon has been cut.
Kwon waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rubenstein.
Rubenstein looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Rubenstein thows a left - swing and a miss!
Kwon misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Rubenstein throws a series of punches but Kwon avoids them all with ease.
Kwon scores with a one two! Rubenstein had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Rubenstein moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kwon scores with a hook to the body. Rubenstein takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Kwon misses with a body shot.
Rubenstein swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rubenstein moves out of range of the leg kick from Kwon.#T1#
Kwon throws a body kick, spinning off balance
enabling Rubenstein to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC2#Kwon is rocked!
Kwon tries to work over Rubenstein's front leg with a kick but Rubenstein checks it.
Rubenstein steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
Rubenstein takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A head kick misses from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with a wild combination.
Good standup being displayed there by Kwon as he connects with a hook.
Rubenstein uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kwon.
Rubenstein misses with a kick to the body.
A head kick by Rubenstein misses
and Rubenstein takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T2#
Kwon throws a poor cross that misses
and Rubenstein scores with a counter punch that sends Kwon to the canvas! Rubenstein smells blood - he's punishing Kwon with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Kwon has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Spencer Rubenstein!
Spencer Rubenstein thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Syn 686 Rhod vs Turner
Date: May 10, 2020 |
#R1#
Rubenstein ducks under a wild hook from Cocaine.
Rubenstein blocks a jab.
Rubenstein throws a body shot but no joy.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cocaine tried to score with a low kick but Rubenstein checks it.
Cocaine throws a low kick but it's checked well by Rubenstein.
Cocaine throws a hook but Rubenstein blocks it.
Cocaine misses with a shot to the body
and Cocaine takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Rubenstein takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Cocaine with a nice cross.#CL#
Rubenstein rushes Cocaine and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Rubenstein tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rubenstein lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#BC2#
Cocaine's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rubenstein cracks Cocaine with a right hand to the side of the head.#CL#
Rubenstein moves into the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Cocaine blocks an uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Cocaine.
Rubenstein lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Cocaine swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Cocaine lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Cocaine blocking some punches.
#T1#
Rubenstein tries to work over Cocaine's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Cocaine's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rubenstein thuds his right hand into Cocaine's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Cocaine fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Cocaine throws a looping overhand right but Rubenstein ducks down to avoid it.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Rubenstein, as that shot connected.
A looping hook to the body misses from Cocaine. Rubenstein does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rubenstein thinks about countering with a head kick.
Cocaine works the jab nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rubenstein. Cocaine does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cocaine connects with a solid leg kick.
Rubenstein misses with a hook.
Nice body kick from Cocaine.
Rubenstein checks a leg kick.
Cocaine moves away from the strike by Rubenstein.
Cocaine has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Rubenstein throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rubenstein lands a nice looking body shot.
Rubenstein defending well as Cocaine loads up on a big left hand.
Cocaine circles away from the clinch attempt.
Cocaine avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#T2#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Cocaine lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Rubenstein has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Rubenstein and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A swing and a miss from Rubenstein.
Cocaine blocks a head kick by Rubenstein.
A slow jab from Cocaine misses its intended target.
Rubenstein looks to land a right hand but Cocaine moved out of range.
A countering left hand to the body from Cocaine misses.
Rubenstein has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Cocaine.
Rubenstein throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rubenstein throws a body punch but Cocaine moves out of range.
Rubenstein bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Cocaine throws a nice outside leg kick. #CL#
Rubenstein clinches.
Rubenstein lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Cocaine backwards. #BC2#
Cocaine breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rubenstein is looking to clinch.
Rubenstein fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cocaine manages to avoid it.
Rubenstein misses with an uppercut. Cocaine saw that one coming.#CL#
Rubenstein clinches up against the cage.
Cocaine working aggressively here.
Cocaine scores with a shoulder strike.
Rubenstein lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Rubenstein makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T3#
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cocaine swings wildly with an uppercut but Rubenstein uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein takes a shot to the head.
Cocaine blocking some punches.
Rubenstein cracks Cocaine with a nice body shot.
Cocaine blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein has Cocaine pressed against the cage, preventing Cocaine from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC#
Rubenstein breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Nice body punch from Cocaine.
Rubenstein chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Cocaine can pounce on him.
Rubenstein cracks Cocaine with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Cocaine slips a straight right by Rubenstein.#CL#
Rubenstein clinches up with Cocaine and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Cocaine breaks the clinch.
Rubenstein waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Cocaine.
Cocaine misses with a low kick.
A decent looking cross lands there for Rubenstein.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cocaine moves out of range of the strikes.
Cocaine tries a quick counter leg kick but Rubenstein is wise to it.
Rubenstein throws a lazy body kick
and Cocaine counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T4#
Cocaine throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#CL#
Rubenstein moves into the clinch.#BC2#
Cocaine escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Cocaine connects with a body shot.
Cocaine fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Rubenstein checks it well.
Rubenstein ducks under a wild hook from Cocaine.
Cocaine steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein takes one on the button.
A punch combination from Rubenstein misses.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Cocaine.
Rubenstein missing with a left hand there. Cocaine was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rubenstein misses with a hook to the body
and Cocaine counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Cocaine with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Cocaine throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#CL#
Rubenstein takes the fight into the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Cocaine.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Cocaine tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rubenstein's elbow.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rubenstein.
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 Spencer Rubenstein will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Rubenstein lands a nice shot to the body.
#CL#
Rubenstein rushes Cocaine and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Cocaine.
#BC2#
Cocaine breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Cocaine swings away with a body shot that misses
and Rubenstein counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Cocaine keeps the fight on the outside.
Rubenstein tries to clinch but Cocaine is having none of it.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Rubenstein scores with a head kick.
Cocaine showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Rubenstein.
Cocaine fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Rubenstein looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Rubenstein misses with a head kick.
Cocaine fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rubenstein.
Cocaine misses with a looping right.
Rubenstein thinks about countering with a head kick.
Cocaine throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Rubenstein swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Rubenstein checks a leg kick nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cocaine lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Rubenstein looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T1#
Rubenstein fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cocaine manages to avoid it.
Rubenstein blocks a jab.
Rubenstein on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Cocaine. Cocaine obviously looking to wear him down.
Johnny Cocaine seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Rubenstein misses with a combination
and Cocaine counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Cocaine with a nice cross.
Rubenstein wants to clinch but Cocaine slips to the side
and Cocaine counters with a nice body shot.
Cocaine throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cocaine tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Cocaine with a nice cross.
Cocaine tries to score with a low kick but Rubenstein moves his leg out of the way.
Rubenstein shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Cocaine eats them both and turns towards Rubenstein to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Cocaine keeps the fight on the outside.
Rubenstein is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Cocaine misses with a leg kick.
Rubenstein turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cocaine swings widly with a right hand
and Rubenstein counters with a straight right hand.
Cocaine ducks under a wild hook from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein fails in his attempt to clinch. #T2#
Cocaine scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Rubenstein is looking to clinch but Cocaine is avoiding it.
Cocaine slips under a jab from Rubenstein.
Cocaine flicks out a counter leg kick but Rubenstein steps away.
Cocaine buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Cocaine keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Cocaine lands with a nice body kick.
Rubenstein moves out of range as Cocaine strikes.
Cocaine digs a good body shot into Rubenstein's ribs.
Cocaine fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Rubenstein checks it well.
Rubenstein bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A looping hook to the body misses from Cocaine. Rubenstein does a little dance to reset his feet.
Cocaine scores with a nice head shot.
Rubenstein slips a straight right by Cocaine.
A big left from Rubenstein misses.
Rubenstein tries to close the distance and clinch up but Cocaine swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Cocaine dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Rubenstein. That did some damage!
A low kick from Rubenstein misses
and Cocaine counters with a stiff right hand.
Cocaine ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rubenstein moves away.
An attempted straight right counter from Rubenstein misses the target.
Cocaine lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T3#
Rubenstein wants to clinch
and Cocaine connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Cocaine takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Rubenstein misses with an uppercut. Cocaine saw that one coming.
Cocaine lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A combination from Cocaine does no damage.
Rubenstein walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Nice straight punches there by Rubenstein. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Rubenstein.
Rubenstein scores with a kick to the midsection.
A leg kick checked by Rubenstein.
Nice uppercut lands for Rubenstein. That snapped Cocaine's head back.
Cocaine keeps the fight on the outside.
Cocaine throws a looping overhand right but Rubenstein ducks down to avoid it.
Rubenstein lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rubenstein delivers a nice body kick.
Rubenstein fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cocaine manages to avoid it.
Cocaine thuds his right hand into Rubenstein's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Nice straight punches there by Rubenstein. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Rubenstein.#T4#
An inside leg kick lands from Cocaine.
Rubenstein misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Cocaine counters with a nice uppercut.
Cocaine cracks Rubenstein with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A slow jab from Rubenstein misses its intended target.
Rubenstein avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Cocaine keeps the fight on the outside.
Rubenstein walks into a jab.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rubenstein looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Rubenstein tries to clinch there but Cocaine circles away.
Cocaine throws a leg kick that misses.
Cocaine slips under a jab.
Cocaine scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Rubenstein throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rubenstein tries to clinch there but Cocaine circles away.
Rubenstein scores with a crisp jab that stopped Cocaine in his tracks.
Rubenstein takes one to the chin there.
Rubenstein tries to clinch but Cocaine moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Johnny Cocaine showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Cocaine misses with a kick to the body.
Cocaine misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Cocaine walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Rubenstein checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Cocaine steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Cocaine. Cocaine obviously looking to wear him down.
Rubenstein swings for the body but Cocaine moves out of range.
Rubenstein throws the left hand but Cocaine avoids the punch easily.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Cocaine, as that shot connected.
Rubenstein with a nice cross.
Cocaine misses with a looping right.
Rubenstein wants to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rubenstein tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rubenstein stalks Cocaine and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Cocaine's face. Cocaine staggers backwards, shaken.
Rubenstein misses with a head kick.
Rubenstein thows a left - swing and a miss!
Cocaine swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rubenstein keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T1#
Rubenstein uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cocaine.
Rubenstein comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A slow jab from Cocaine misses its intended target.
Cocaine misses with a hook.
A head kick misses from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein moves out of range of the strikes.
Rubenstein wants to clinch.
Rubenstein backing away here, and Cocaine unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Rubenstein clobbers Cocaine with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Cocaine scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Rubenstein doesn't seem bothered though.
Cocaine misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rubenstein.
Cocaine misses with a looping right.
Rubenstein is looking for a counter combo.
Rubenstein throws a lazy right hand but Cocaine sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rubenstein sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
Rubenstein throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T2#
Rubenstein ducks under a wild hook from Cocaine.
Rubenstein misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Rubenstein has closed the distance and engaged Cocaine in a clinch.
Cocaine misses with some punches.
Cocaine lands a nice shot to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Rubenstein blocks a body shot from Cocaine.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A hook to the body from Cocaine.
#BC2#
Cocaine breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Cocaine throws a hook but Rubenstein avoids it easily.
Rubenstein throws a head kick that misses.
An inside leg kick lands from Cocaine.
Cocaine fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rubenstein manages to avoid it.
Rubenstein keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Cocaine.
Cocaine misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Rubenstein was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Rubenstein tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Cocaine was well out of range. Poor timing from Rubenstein.
Cocaine misses with an attempted mid kick.
Cocaine on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Rubenstein pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Good leg kick by Cocaine there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
#T3#
Cocaine fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rubenstein has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Rubenstein checks a leg kick.
Rubenstein moves away from the strike by Cocaine.
Rubenstein tries to clinch but Cocaine is having none of it.
A big left from Rubenstein misses.
Cocaine buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A telegraphed right hand from Cocaine misses the target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Cocaine. Rubenstein does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rubenstein's jab looks to have found its range, popping Cocaine under the eye.
Cocaine smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Rubenstein throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Cocaine swats away the attempt to clinch by Rubenstein.
Cocaine flicks out a counter leg kick but Rubenstein steps away.
Cocaine misses with a straight left.
The fighters circling - Rubenstein throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Cocaine looks to score with a jab to the body but Rubenstein is just out of range.
Rubenstein displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cocaine throws out the jab. #T4#
Rubenstein steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Cocaine.
Rubenstein tests Cocaine's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rubenstein lands an overhand right.
A nice inside leg kick there by Cocaine. That's going to slow Rubenstein down.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cocaine tries to move into range but Rubenstein moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Rubenstein throws an overhand right that lands on Cocaine's shoulder, as Cocaine tries to avoid the shot.
Cocaine throws a body shot but no joy.
A combination from Rubenstein does no damage.
Cocaine looks to throw the jab but Rubenstein is out of range.
Jab, jab by Cocaine - just one landing.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Cocaine.
Cocaine moves away from the strike by Rubenstein.
Some bone on bone action there as Rubenstein checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Cocaine fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Rubenstein throws an overhand right that lands on Cocaine's shoulder, as Cocaine tries to avoid the shot.
Cocaine lands a nice looking body shot.
Cocaine keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rubenstein.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Johnny Cocaine.
I think Cocaine 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 Kenichi Hosakawa scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight 28:29
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Johnny Cocaine!
In his post fight interview, Johnny Cocaine started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
Syn 679 Piano vs Frankels
Date: Apr 03, 2020 |
#R1#
Kilpatrick missing with a left hand there. Rubenstein was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Kilpatrick throws a big shot that misses.
A jab from Kilpatrick misses.
Rubenstein gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kilpatrick.
Kilpatrick's corner calls for a 1-2. Kilpatrick obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Rubenstein avoids the body shot from Kilpatrick.
Rubenstein throwing a counter right hand but Kilpatrick manages to avoid it.
Kilpatrick misses with a left hand
and Kilpatrick takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CUT#
It looks like Jesse Kilpatrick has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kilpatrick catches Rubenstein with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Nice defenses there by Rubenstein.#KD#
Rubenstein waves his right hand out in front of him, looking to distract Kilpatrick. Oh, he's unloaded a beast of a left hand - it worked! He's dropped Kilpatrick to the canvas! Can he finish him!?
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.#T1#
Rubenstein wanted to stand there but Kilpatrick had control of the position. #SU#
Rubenstein stands up from Kilpatrick's guard - Rubenstein perhaps looking for a knockout.
Rubenstein misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Kilpatrick.
Kilpatrick will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
As Kilpatrick looks to move away, Rubenstein throws a big counter combo but Kilpatrick just gets out of the way.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Rubenstein uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kilpatrick.
A little feinted left hand from Rubenstein on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Kilpatrick has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Kilpatrick throws a lazy right hand but Rubenstein sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Rubenstein on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Rubenstein ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rubenstein misses with a body shot.
Rubenstein takes one to the chin there.
Kilpatrick fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Rubenstein staying out of range there.
Rubenstein seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Kilpatrick looks to throw the jab but Rubenstein is out of range.
Kilpatrick misses with a lunging right hand
and Rubenstein counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T3#
Kilpatrick lands the left hand.
Kilpatrick misses with a hook to the body
and Kilpatrick takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Rubenstein moves forwards but Kilpatrick connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Rubenstein uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kilpatrick.
Kilpatrick looks to score with a jab to the body but Rubenstein is just out of range.
Kilpatrick takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Kilpatrick pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A cross from Kilpatrick lands.#T4#
Kilpatrick is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Rubenstein lands with a good body shot.
Kilpatrick ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rubenstein moves away.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rubenstein fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kilpatrick manages to avoid it.
Kilpatrick bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Rubenstein's head.
Kilpatrick tries to clinch but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Rubenstein ducks under a wild hook from Kilpatrick.
Kilpatrick connects with a right hand. Rubenstein shakes it off.
Kilpatrick throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rubenstein sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rubenstein swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jesse Kilpatrick will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Jesse Kilpatrick's cut.
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##CL2#
Kilpatrick moves into the clinch.
Kilpatrick blocks a body shot from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein blocks a body shot from Kilpatrick.
Kilpatrick tries to work over Rubenstein's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rubenstein blocks a body shot from Kilpatrick.
Rubenstein lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
#TD2#
Kilpatrick gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Rubenstein regains guard.
Rubenstein wants to stand up but Kilpatrick is controlling him.
Rubenstein trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Kilpatrick working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Rubenstein working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Kilpatrick.
Rubenstein keeping moving, preventing Kilpatrick from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Rubenstein misses with a looping left.
Kilpatrick connects with a nice looking jab.
Kilpatrick is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rubenstein is looking to counter punch.
Good standup being displayed there by Kilpatrick as he connects with a hook.#T2#
Rubenstein throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kilpatrick looks to land a right hand but Rubenstein moved out of range.
Kilpatrick tries to close the distance and clinch but Rubenstein swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Rubenstein thinks about countering with a head kick.
Jesse Kilpatrick seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kilpatrick scores with a nice head shot.
Rubenstein pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rubenstein tries a head kick but it misses.
Kilpatrick drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Rubenstein defends it well.
Rubenstein ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T3#
Kilpatrick wants to clinch up but Rubenstein keeps it at a distance.
Kilpatrick just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromRubenstein.
Kilpatrick fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Rubenstein manages to avoid it.
Kilpatrick throws the left hand but Rubenstein avoids the punch easily.
Kilpatrick misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rubenstein.
A jab lands there for Kilpatrick.
Kilpatrick fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Kilpatrick lands with an overhand left.#T4#
Kilpatrick throws a body shot but no joy.
Kilpatrick just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromRubenstein.
Kilpatrick throws an off balance right hand
and Rubenstein counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Rubenstein slips under a jab from Kilpatrick.
A quick step to the side and Rubenstein tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kilpatrick swings for the body but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Kilpatrick misses with a straight left.
Kilpatrick missing with a left hand there. Rubenstein was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rubenstein fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Kilpatrick manages to avoid it.
Kilpatrick jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A quick step to the side and Rubenstein tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jesse Kilpatrick showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Jesse Kilpatrick'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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Kilpatrick swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Rubenstein is looking for a counter combo.#TD2#
Kilpatrick shoots in and gets a takedown into Rubenstein's guard.
Rubenstein keeping moving, preventing Kilpatrick from controlling successfully.
Kilpatrick prevents Rubenstein from getting back to his feet.
Kilpatrick postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #ES#
Rubenstein pushes Kilpatrick off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kilpatrick throws a jab when Rubenstein was well out of range.
Kilpatrick tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Rubenstein defends well and Kilpatrick ends up having to push Rubenstein into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
As Kilpatrick looks to move away, Rubenstein throws a big counter combo but Kilpatrick just gets out of the way.
Kilpatrick uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rubenstein.
And Kilpatrick tries to counter it with a takedown but Rubenstein pushes his down on his head and steps out.#T1#
Rubenstein moves away from the strike by Kilpatrick.
Rubenstein throwing a counter right hand but Kilpatrick manages to avoid it.
Rubenstein swats away the attempt to clinch by Kilpatrick.
A little feinted left hand from Rubenstein on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kilpatrick throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rubenstein sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Rubenstein misses its target.
Kilpatrick misses with a wild body shot.
Rubenstein throws a counter high kick but Kilpatrick was just alert enough to avoid it.
Kilpatrick bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Rubenstein slips under a jab.
A little feinted left hand from Rubenstein on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kilpatrick closes the distance but Rubenstein moves to the side
and Rubenstein connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Kilpatrick takes a swing at Rubenstein's ribcage but misses.
A swing and a miss from Kilpatrick.
Kilpatrick pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rubenstein is looking to counter with head kicks.
Kilpatrick doesn't succeed with the takedown
letting Rubenstein counter with a right hand. #CUT#
That has opened up Jesse Kilpatrick's cut even more.
Rubenstein has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Kilpatrick finds it's way round the side to connect with Rubenstein's head.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kilpatrick. Rubenstein does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rubenstein throwing a counter right hand but Kilpatrick manages to avoid it.
Kilpatrick works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#T3#
Kilpatrick lands a nice shot that snaps Rubenstein's head back.
Kilpatrick moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Rubenstein takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#TD2#
Kilpatrick looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#ES#
Rubenstein manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Kilpatrick keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rubenstein creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rubenstein tries to throw a body punch but Kilpatrick avoids it by throwing Rubenstein back against the cage.
Kilpatrick tries to throw a body punch but Rubenstein avoids it by throwing Kilpatrick back against the cage.
Kilpatrick misses with a punch to the body.
Rubenstein looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Rubenstein gets underhooks to prevent Kilpatrick's takedown attempt.
Spencer Rubenstein has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Spencer Rubenstein has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jesse Kilpatrick.#T4#
Kilpatrick lands a shoulder strike. #BC#
Rubenstein escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kilpatrick swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kilpatrick throws a right hand that misses
enabling Rubenstein to counter with a crisp jab.
Kilpatrick connects with a body shot that sends Rubenstein's belly button to the back.
Kilpatrick dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kilpatrick comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Kilpatrick throws out a powerful jab.
Jesse Kilpatrick is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kilpatrick stuns Rubenstein with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jesse Kilpatrick comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kilpatrick 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 Topper Green scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Bruno Hogan scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jesse Kilpatrick!
Jesse Kilpatrick decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
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Event:
ICS Leapyear
Date: Feb 29, 2020 |
#R1#
Bangsit ducks under a wild hook from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Bangsit slips a straight right by Rubenstein.
Bangsit appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Rubenstein scores with a hook.
Bangsit fails with the takedown
and Rubenstein connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rubenstein misses with a hook. Bangsit ducked under it nicely.
Bangsit wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Rubenstein pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1#
Bangsit will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Bangsit looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Bangsit shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Rubenstein as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Andy Bangsit. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bangsit shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Rubenstein as he avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rubenstein! But no joy.
Bangsit shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Rubenstein as he avoids it easily. #TD#
Bangsit looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Bangsit prevents Rubenstein from standing back up.
#SUB#
Bangsit is working for a kimura but Rubenstein is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Bangsit is trying to work for a kimura but Rubenstein is defending well.
#T2##SUB#
Bangsit is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Rubenstein is trying to stand up here but Bangsit is controlling him well. #SUB#
Bangsit is working for a submission of some sort.
Rubenstein wants to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Bangsit is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T3##SUB#
Bangsit is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Bangsit is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Rubenstein sees it coming and defends easily.
Bangsit not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SUB#
Bangsit seems to be looking for submissions.
Rubenstein tries to kick Bangsit off but Bangsit keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Bangsit is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Rubenstein is just riding it out for now. Bangsit eventually gives up the hold. #ES2#
Rubenstein kicks off Bangsit and gets to his feet. #T4#
Bangsit fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bangsit walks into a stiff left hand from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bangsit sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bangsit is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Spencer Rubenstein dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Rubenstein misses with a kick to the body #TD#
and Bangsit decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Rubenstein's guard.
Bangsit throws a big right hand that misses.
Bangsit advances position into side control!#SUB#
Bangsit tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Sloppy strikes there by Bangsit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Bangsit is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Rubenstein knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Bangsit looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Rubenstein is avoiding damage well.
#T1##SUB#
Bangsit is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Rubenstein is trying to escape and Bangsit transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Rubenstein is forced to tap! Nice work there by Bangsit! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Andy Bangsit!
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Event:
ICS 7
Date: Feb 05, 2020 |
#R1#
Steve misses with an uppercut
and Rubenstein connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Rubenstein circles away from the clinch attempt
and Rubenstein counters with a nice uppercut.
Rubenstein misses with a lunging right hand
and Steve counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Steve throws a sloppy body shot
#KD#
and Rubenstein counters with a beautiful punch that sends Steve to the canvas! #ROC#
Steve is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Mark Steve has been cut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rubenstein won't allow Steve to sweep him here.
Steve has control of Rubenstein's left arm, preventing Rubenstein from doing any damage. #SU#
Rubenstein gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent. #T1#
Rubenstein circles away from the clinch attempt.
Rubenstein is looking to counter punch.
Steve lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Rubenstein has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Steve connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Rubenstein misses with a few strikes there.
Steve now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Steve throws a looping overhand right but Rubenstein ducks down to avoid it.
Rubenstein takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Rubenstein circles away from the clinch attempt
and Rubenstein counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2##CL2#
Steve has closed the distance and engaged Rubenstein in a clinch.
Steve struggles to land a body shot inside as Rubenstein controls his hands.
Rubenstein struggles to land a body shot inside as Steve controls his hands.
Steve prevents Rubenstein from breaking the clinch.
Rubenstein is trying to break the clinch but Steve has him pressed against the cage.
Rubenstein lands a right hand. #BC2#
Steve breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Steve delivers a nice body kick.
Mark Steve seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Steve throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #T3##CL2#
Steve darts in and clinches Rubenstein up against the cage.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Steve blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Steve blocks an uppercut.
A nice right hand lands inside from Steve.
Steve connects with a knee to the head.
Rubenstein tries to work over Steve's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein lands a hook that snaps the head of Steve backwards.
A short right from Steve on the inside.
Steve pushes off an throws an elbow but Rubenstein leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Steve lands an elbow inside that Rubenstein shrugs off.
Steve blocking some punches.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Steve.
Rubenstein lands a body shot in the clinch.
Steve misses with a punch to the body.
Steve lands an uppercut.
Rubenstein takes a shot to the head. #T4#
Steve blocking some punches.
#BC2#
Steve breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL2#
Steve gets a clinch.
Steve creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Rubenstein on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
A short right from Rubenstein on the inside. #BC2#
Steve breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Steve dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A bone on bone clash there as Rubenstein blocks the leg kick.
Steve throws an off balance right hand
and Rubenstein counters with a straight right hand.
Rubenstein swats away the attempt to clinch by Steve.
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 Spencer Rubenstein will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mark Steve's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
A big right from Steve misses.
It looked like Rubenstein was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Steve lands a really nice looking cross but Rubenstein seems unphased.
#CL2#
Steve gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Nice body punch from Steve - that landed with a thud.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rubenstein.
Steve swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Steve has Rubenstein pressed against the cage, preventing Rubenstein from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Steve looking to throw knees to the head but Rubenstein is blocking nicely.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steve misses with a knee strike.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC2#
Steve manages to break the clinch.
Steve doesn't manage to clinch there - Rubenstein circles away.
Rubenstein moves away from the strike by Steve. #T1#
Rubenstein missing with a left hand there. Steve was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Steve darts in trying to clinch
and Rubenstein counters with a stiff right hand.
Rubenstein uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Steve.
Rubenstein shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Steve looks to land a right hand but Rubenstein moved out of range.#T2#
Steve fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rubenstein has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Rubenstein throws an off balance right hand
letting Steve counter with a right hand.
Steve misses with an uppercut
and Rubenstein connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Steve on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Steve throws a leg kick but Rubenstein checks it.
Rubenstein appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Steve takes a swing at Rubenstein's ribcage but misses. #CL2#
Rubenstein gets tackled into the cage by Steve. Steve maintains the clinch. #T3#
Steve blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Steve swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Steve.
#BC#
Rubenstein pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Rubenstein throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Steve.
Steve let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Steve lands a glancing blow to the side of Rubenstein's head.#CL2#
Steve closes the distance and clinches.
Steve scores with a shoulder strike.
Rubenstein misses with a body punch.
Rubenstein stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Steve throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Rubensteins head.
Good body shot from Rubenstein.
Steve using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Rubenstein has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Rubenstein lands an uppercut.
Steve misses with a short punch on the inside. #T4#
Rubenstein works on Steve's body with a couple of short punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rubenstein lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Rubenstein tries a body shot but Steve blocks it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Steve lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
Steve lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Steve blocks an uppercut.
Steve digs a right hand into Rubenstein's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Rubenstein's gas tank.
Rubenstein pushes Steve back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses. #BC#
Rubenstein breaks the clinch.
Rubenstein uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Steve.
Rubenstein swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Steve throws an off balance right hand
letting Rubenstein counter with a right hand.
Steve is still on wobbly legs! Can Rubenstein finish him?
Steve motions for Rubenstein to come forward. Steve throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Rubenstein throwing a counter right hand but Steve manages to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Mark Steve will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The cut man is working on Mark Steve's cut.
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#
Steve buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Steve seems to have recovered his senses.
Rubenstein gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Rubenstein moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Steve tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Rubenstein paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Rubenstein throws a head kick but Steve moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steve tries to clinch but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Rubenstein is looking to counter punch.
Steve misses with an uppercut. Rubenstein saw that one coming.
Rubenstein takes a shot right to the bread basket.#T1#
A swing and a miss from Steve.
Rubenstein takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CL2#
Steve closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Rubenstein throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Steves head. #BC2#
Steve breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Steve comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Steve dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Steve wants to clinch but Rubenstein slips to the side
and Rubenstein counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.#T2#
Rubenstein throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Steve stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#CL2#
Steve pushes Rubenstein up against the cage in a clinch.
Steve pushes Rubenstein back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Steve goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Steve misses with a knee strike.
Rubenstein lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Steve is trying to push Rubenstein away but Rubenstein has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Steve with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Steve tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rubenstein's elbow.
Rubenstein misses with a punch to the body.
Steve blocking some punches.
#BC2#
Steve escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Steve tries to clinch but Rubenstein moves away
and Rubenstein counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T3#
Rubenstein looks to land a left hand but Steve moved out of range nicely.
Steve looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Steve throws a series of punches but Rubenstein avoids them all with ease.
Rubenstein is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Rubenstein moves out of range as Steve throws a body kick.
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Rubenstein! Steve is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:40 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Spencer Rubenstein!
Spencer Rubenstein thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Mark Steve spoke after the fight, saying 'broke both my hands on that thick skull and played hell on any offense....and I aint much on defense.....'.
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Event:
ICS 4
Date: Jan 15, 2020 |
#R1#
Rubenstein tries to clinch there but Brock circles away.
Brock walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#CL#
Rubenstein fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Brock, pushing him back against the cage.
Rubenstein misses with a punch to the body.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Brock creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Rubenstein lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Brock backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Brock.
Rubenstein scores with a shot to the side of Brock's head. #BC2#
Brock breaks the clinch.
A nice leg kick lands there from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein is looking to clinch.
Rubenstein lands a glancing blow to the side of Brock's head.
Rubenstein works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Brock throws a low kick but Rubenstein avoids it.
Rubenstein tries to clinch but Brock is having none of it.
Rubenstein looks to throw the jab but Brock is out of range.
Brock fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Brock looks to land a body kick but Rubenstein moved away.
Brock checks a leg kick.
Rubenstein connects with a crisp jab. #T1#
Rubenstein thuds his right hand into Brock's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Rubenstein doesn't manage to clinch there - Brock circles away.
Rubenstein has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Rubenstein misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Rubenstein uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Brock.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#CL#
Rubenstein moves into range and clinches up with Brock.
Brock working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Brock scores with a hook to the body.#BC2#
Brock breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rubenstein feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Brock's calf.
Rubenstein's jab looks to have found its range, popping Brock under the eye.
Rubenstein scores with the left hand. Brock knows he should have avoided that one.
Rubenstein misses with a looping left.#CL#
Rubenstein fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Brock, pushing him back against the cage.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#BC2#
Brock breaks the clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Brock. Rubenstein does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rubenstein tries to close the distance and clinch up but Brock swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL#
Rubenstein gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Brock lands a hook to the side of the head.#T2#
Rubenstein tries to work over Brock's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rubenstein blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Brock just misses with a elbow thrown towards Rubenstein's brow.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Brock.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Brock.
Brock lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Brock throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Brock prevents a body shot from Rubenstein.
Brock misses with a hook to the ribs.
Brock lands a nice uppercut.
Rubenstein blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Brock blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Brock blocks a body shot from Rubenstein.
Brock stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein tries to work over Brock's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3#
Brock stalling in the clinch but Rubenstein improves position.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Brock.
Rubenstein struggles to land a body shot inside as Brock controls his hands.
Brock landing knees to the body.
Rubenstein scores with a shot to the side of Brock's head.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Brock lands a right hand.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Brock uses good head movement to avoid it.
Brock blocks a body shot from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Brock.
Brock has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Rubenstein seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Brock can turn it around.
Brock goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Brock blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Brock blocking some punches.
Brock's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Brock blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T4#
Rubenstein tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Brock uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Rubenstein prevents a body shot from Brock.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rubenstein creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Brock uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein lands an uppercut.
Brock lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Spencer Rubenstein dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Rubenstein gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Brock.
Brock throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Brock tries to work over Rubenstein's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rubenstein tries to throw a body punch but Brock avoids it by throwing Rubenstein back against the cage.
Rubenstein is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Brock can do to turn this around?#BC2#
Brock breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Spencer Rubenstein is winning the standup battle so far.
Brock lands a right hook to the body.
The fighters circle momentarily. Rubenstein darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Rubenstein scores with a decent looking hook.
Brock checks a leg kick.
Some wild striking there from Rubenstein.
Brock throws a counter combo.
Rubenstein tries to clinch there but Brock circles away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brock moves into range and connects with a jab.
Some wild striking there from Brock.
Brock looks to land a left hand but Rubenstein moved out of range nicely.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Brock in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rubenstein tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Rubenstein throws a hook but Brock blocks it.
Rubenstein fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Brock has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T1#
Brock on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Rubenstein throws the left hand but Brock avoids the punch easily.
Rubenstein takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Rubenstein misses with a hook. Brock ducked under it nicely.
Rubenstein wants to land a leg kick but Brock is out of range.
Rubenstein is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Brock lands a nice shot to the body.
Brock scores with a sloppy right hand. Rubenstein should have avoided that one.
Brock looks to land a combination. Rubenstein sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Brock misses with a body shot.
Rubenstein is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Brock.
Brock lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Brock misses with the combination.
#CL2#
Brock fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Rubenstein, pushing him back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brock. #T2#
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Brock.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Brock on the inside.
Brock blocking some punches.
#BC2#
Brock breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rubenstein looks to land a left hand but Brock moved out of range nicely.
Brock misses with a double jab.
Brock throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Brock throws a leg kick that misses.
Brock throws a jab but it's blocked by Rubenstein.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rubenstein lands a jab.
Rubenstein lands a jab to the head.
A slow jab from Brock misses its intended target.
Rubenstein doesn't manage to clinch there - Brock circles away.
Brock appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#CL#
Rubenstein takes the fight into the clinch.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Brock uses good head movement to avoid it. #T3#
A nice right hand lands inside from Rubenstein.
Brock misses with an elbow strike.
#BC2#
Brock pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rubenstein looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Brock slips a straight right by Rubenstein.
Brock is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Brock misses with a hook. Rubenstein ducked under it nicely.
Rubenstein tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Brock paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Rubenstein backing away here, and Brock unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
A lazy left from Brock finds it's target.
Brock misses with a looping right.
Nice shot by Rubenstein.
Brock throws a body punch but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Rubenstein misses with a straight right. #CL#
Rubenstein forces Brock back against the cage and clinches.
Brock is trying to push Rubenstein away but Rubenstein has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Brock wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Rubenstein misses with a body punch.
#T4#
Rubenstein lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Rubenstein misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rubenstein lands with a short shot to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Brock breaks the clinch.
Rubenstein throws a right and a left that both miss.
Brock slips under a jab from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Brock paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Brock defending well as Rubenstein loads up on a big left hand.
Brock scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Brock does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Rubenstein connects with a single shot there.
Rubenstein checks a low kick from Brock.
It looked like Rubenstein wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rubenstein pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rubenstein closes the distance but Brock moves to the side
and Rubenstein takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Brock scores with a leg kick.
Brock scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Art Brock will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Rubenstein is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Brock.
Brock tests Rubenstein's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rubenstein takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Rubenstein needs to keep his hands up - Brock had a free shot at his head there.
Brock fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Brock jabbing away but nothing is landing.
It looked like Rubenstein wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rubenstein scores with a nice right hand.
Rubenstein on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Brock with a jab.
Brock getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Rubenstein takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rubenstein stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Brock.
Rubenstein dodges the punch combination from Brock.
It looked like Rubenstein wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Rubenstein moves forwards but Brock connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Rubenstein is looking to clinch but Brock is avoiding it.
Rubenstein is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Brock. #T1#
Rubenstein throws a hook but Brock avoids it easily.
Brock swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#CL#
Rubenstein has managed to clinch.
Rubenstein tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rubenstein on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Brock is pushing Rubenstein up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Brock lands a right hand.
A head punch on the inside from Brock fails to land.
Brock blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#BC2#
Brock breaks the clinch.
Rubenstein scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Brock doesn't seem bothered though.
Nice defenses there by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws a leg kick but Brock moved away.#T2#
Rubenstein slips a jab from Brock.
Rubenstein throws a big counter combination but Brock scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Brock fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Rubenstein.
Rubenstein listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Rubenstein connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Brock lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Brock looks to score with a jab to the body but Rubenstein is just out of range.
Rubenstein ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL#
Rubenstein clinches with his opponent.
Brock digs a right hand into Rubenstein's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Rubenstein's gas tank.
Brock lands a nice uppercut.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein lands a hook that snaps the head of Brock backwards.
A short right from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Rubenstein lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Brock blocks an uppercut.
Spencer Rubenstein has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Rubenstein works on Brock's body with a couple of short punches.
Brock takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Rubenstein misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T3#
Brock struggles to land a body shot inside as Rubenstein controls his hands.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Brock misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rubenstein tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Brock's elbow.
Brock is looking to control Rubenstein's arms but Rubenstein gets an underhook and turns him. Now Brock has his back to the cage.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Brock uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
A short left from Brock.
Rubenstein tries to throw a body punch but Brock avoids it by throwing Rubenstein back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Brock.
A frustrated look appears on Brock's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Rubenstein lands a right hand.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC2#
Brock breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #T4#
Brock keeps the fight on the outside.
Rubenstein fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Brock misses with a hook. Rubenstein ducked under it nicely.
Rubenstein moves in looking to clinch but Brock pushes him off.
Rubenstein tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rubenstein doesn't manage to clinch there - Brock circles away.
Brock looks like he wants to counter punch here.#CL2#
Brock closes the distance and clinches.
Brock throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Rubensteins head.
Rubenstein lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short body shot lands from Rubenstein as the two fighters clinch.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
A body shot lands from Rubenstein.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Rubenstein tries a body shot but Brock blocks it.
Rubenstein lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Brock.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Art Brock.
I think Brock 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Art Brock!
After winning the bout, Art Brock 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:
Pride FC 68
Date: Dec 18, 2019 |
#R1#
Rubenstein ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice defenses there by Dorrance Jr.
Dorrance Jr appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Dorrance Jr blocks a jab.
Dorrance Jr looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Rubenstein fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Dorrance Jr.
Dorrance Jr is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein 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.
Rubenstein throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Dorrance Jr counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rubenstein keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Dorrance Jr.
Rubenstein lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Rubenstein misses with a hook.
Dorrance Jr takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Rubenstein jabs Dorrance Jr right on the nose. Dorrance Jr blinks but takes it well.#CL2#
Rubenstein instigates a clinch.
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!
Dorrance Jr tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Dorrance Jr misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Dorrance Jr.
Rubenstein gets through Dorrance Jr's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Dorrance Jr struggles to land a body shot inside as Rubenstein controls his hands.
Rubenstein lands a nice shot to the body.
Dorrance Jr is breathing heavily.#T1#
A short right from Dorrance Jr on the inside.
Dorrance Jr takes a shot to the head.
Rubenstein lands an uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Rubenstein.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Rubenstein softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Rubenstein scores with a shot to the side of Dorrance Jr's head.
Rubenstein scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A right handed body shot lands from Rubenstein.
Dorrance Jr's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#ROC2#
Dorrance Jr is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dorrance Jr takes a shot to the head.
Oh Dorrance Jr is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rubenstein throws a big uppercut that drops Dorrance Jr! More strikes from Rubenstein and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Dorrance Jr lies dazed against the cage as Rubenstein celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Spencer Rubenstein!
Our winner, Spencer Rubenstein, 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:
Pride FC 62
Date: Nov 27, 2019 |
#R1#
Letter looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Rubenstein blocks a low kick nicely.
Rubenstein tries a head kick but it misses.
A quick step to the side and Letter tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Letter lands a glancing blow to the side of Rubenstein's head.
Letter lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Letter throws a sloppy head kick and Rubenstein moves out of range easily.
Letter misses with a straight right.
Rubenstein drops his hands momentarily and Letter takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Letter moves out of range of the strikes.
Letter throws a sloppy head kick and Rubenstein moves out of range easily.
Letter lands a nice leg kick that just misses Rubenstein's sensitive parts.
Letter lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rubenstein at a distance.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Letter!
A solid body kick from Letter. #T1#
A big left from Letter misses.
Letter misses with a right hand
and Rubenstein counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#
It looks like Stephan Letter has been cut.
Letter lands a leg kick that knocks Rubenstein off balance momentarily.
Letter throws a head kick that misses #KD2#
and Rubenstein lands a stunning uppercut that sends Letter to the mat! #ROC2#
Letter is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SU2#
Rubenstein escapes and gets back to his feet.
Stephan Letter seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Letter looks to score with a jab to the body but Rubenstein is just out of range.
Letter lands with an uppercut that bounces Rubenstein off the cage and back into range.
Rubenstein takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Letter throws a sloppy head kick and Rubenstein moves out of range easily.
Letter looks to land a body kick but Rubenstein moved away.
Rubenstein throws an overhand right that lands on Letter's shoulder, as Letter tries to avoid the shot.
Letter throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T2#
Letter fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Rubenstein looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Letter moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Letter scores with a hook.
Rubenstein takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Letter misses with a head kick.
Letter lands with a thumping leg kick.
Letter just misses with a punch to the body.
Letter jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Letter scores with a punch to the head.
Rubenstein throws a poor cross that misses
#KD#
and Letter counters with a nice right hand that sends Rubenstein toppling to the canvas! Rubenstein scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Letter finish him?!#ROC#
Rubenstein is rocked!
Letter throws a wild body kick that Rubenstein sees coming a mile off.
It seemed like Rubenstein was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Rubenstein is still on wobbly legs! Can Letter finish him?#KD#
Letter lands a big uppercut and Rubenstein crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Rubenstein looks OK. Letter waves Rubenstein back to his feet!#T3#
Letter drops Rubenstein with a straight right hand, right on the button! Letter follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Stephan Letter!
An out of breath Stephan Letter thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
Pride FC 53
Date: Oct 23, 2019 |
#R1#
Rubenstein misses with a left hand
and Gormsson counters with a straight right hand.
Rubenstein smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Gormsson slips under a jab.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big left from Rubenstein misses.
Gormsson connects with a body shot.
Nice shot lands for Rubenstein.
Gormsson throws a body punch but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Gormsson goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Gormsson throws a big shot that misses.
Gormsson works Rubenstein's body with a nice hook.
Gormsson misses with a hook. Rubenstein ducked under it nicely.
Rubenstein tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gormsson was well out of range. Poor timing from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein looks to throw the jab but Gormsson is out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Gormsson moves into the clinch.
Gormsson can't find room to land a body shot as Rubenstein controls the action.
Gormsson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Gormsson tries to work over Rubenstein's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rubenstein scores with a nice hook to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein. #T1#
A nice right hand lands inside from Gormsson.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gormsson.
Gormsson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Gormsson.
Gormsson tries to work over Rubenstein's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with a punch to the body.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gormsson.
Gormsson swings wildly with an uppercut but Rubenstein uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein blocks an uppercut.
Rubenstein lands a hook to the side of the head.
Gormsson lands with a left to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gormsson.
Gormsson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rubenstein makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Gormsson blocking some punches.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Gormsson.
A short body shot lands from Gormsson as the two fighters clinch.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Gormsson pushes Rubenstein back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Gormsson lands a right hand.
Gormsson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Gormsson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Gormsson doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Gormsson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gormsson.
Gormsson tries a body shot but Rubenstein blocks it.
Gormsson misses with a punch on the inside.
Rubenstein misses with a hook to the ribs.
Gormsson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Gormsson misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Gormsson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
Gormsson's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T3#
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Gormsson.
A short right from Gormsson on the inside.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Gormsson.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rubenstein lands with a left to the head.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Gormsson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein tries to work over Gormsson's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Gormsson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gormsson swings wildly with an uppercut but Rubenstein uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gormsson lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gormsson.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Gormsson has a couple of punches blocked by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein blocks an uppercut.
A body shot lands from Gormsson.
Gormsson misses with a punch on the inside.
#T4#
Gormsson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rubenstein blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Gormsson blocks a body shot from Rubenstein.
Gormsson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Gormsson.
Gormsson blocking some punches.
Gormsson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Gormsson misses with some punches.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Gormsson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein lands a shoulder strike.
Gormsson blocking some punches.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Gormsson lands an uppercut.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Gormsson.
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 Harald Gormsson will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Gormsson throws a lazy right hand but Rubenstein sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Rubenstein let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#CL#
Gormsson clinches up with Rubenstein and pushes him back against the cage.
Gormsson misses with some punches.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Gormsson blocks an uppercut.
Gormsson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rubenstein can't find room to land a body shot as Gormsson controls the action.
Gormsson lands a left hand.
Gormsson blocking some punches.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Gormsson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Gormsson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Gormsson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rubenstein blocks an uppercut.
Gormsson tries a body shot but Rubenstein blocks it.
Rubenstein tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Gormsson's elbow.
Gormsson struggles to land a body shot inside as Rubenstein controls his hands.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Gormsson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rubenstein's elbow.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
#T1#
Gormsson lands a hook to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Gormsson works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Gormsson struggles to land a body shot inside as Rubenstein controls his hands.
Gormsson lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Gormsson lands a left hand.
Gormsson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Gormsson tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
A right hand to the body from Gormsson.
Gormsson lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Rubenstein is breathing heavily.
Rubenstein prevents a body shot from Gormsson.
A nice right hand lands inside from Gormsson.
Gormsson lands a nice uppercut.
Gormsson lands with a short punch from the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rubenstein's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Gormsson uses good head movement to avoid it. #T2#
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Gormsson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Harald Gormsson has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Gormsson.
Gormsson tries to throw a body punch but Rubenstein avoids it by throwing Gormsson back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Gormsson.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Gormsson.
Gormsson lands a left hand.
Gormsson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Gormsson tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rubenstein's elbow.
A head punch on the inside from Gormsson fails to land.
Gormsson tries to work over Rubenstein's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Gormsson misses with a punch on the inside.
Gormsson blocking some punches.
Rubenstein struggles to land a body shot inside as Gormsson controls his hands.
Rubenstein lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
#T3#
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Gormsson.
Rubenstein blocks a body shot from Gormsson.
A body shot lands from Gormsson.
Gormsson misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Gormsson blocks an uppercut.
Gormsson lands a left hand.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
Rubenstein takes a shot to the head.
Gormsson misses with a body punch.
Gormsson goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Rubenstein prevents a body shot from Gormsson.
Rubenstein misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Gormsson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Gormsson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T4#
Gormsson blocking some punches.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Gormsson digs a right hand underneath Rubenstein's ribcage. Rubenstein let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Gormsson misses with a punch to the body.
Nice body punch from Gormsson - that landed with a thud.
Gormsson lands with a short head shot on the inside.
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!
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Gormsson misses with a punch to the body.
Gormsson scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Rubenstein blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Gormsson lands a shot to the body.
Gormsson lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Rubenstein prevents a body shot from Gormsson.
Gormsson lands a nice shot to the body.
Gormsson lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Rubenstein or not.
Gormsson scores with a nice hook to the head.
Gormsson struggles to land a body shot inside as Rubenstein controls his hands.
Gormsson is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rubenstein can do to turn this around?
Gormsson scores with a hook to the body.
Gormsson digs a right hand into Rubenstein's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Rubenstein's gas tank.
Gormsson blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Harald Gormsson dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3##KD#
Gormsson drops Rubenstein with a beautiful combination! Rubenstein stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Gormsson is looking for the KO!#ROC#
Rubenstein is still looking wobbly from the end of the last round!
Rubenstein cracks Gormsson with a good jab.#KD#
Gormsson cracks Rubenstein with a big right hand that sends him to the floor! Rubenstein looks wobbly but he's sprung back up to his feet straight away… can Gormsson finish him?
Rubenstein is still on wobbly legs! Can Gormsson finish him?
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rubenstein takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Gormsson throws a pinpoint strike between Rubenstein's hands that connects right on the jaw and sends Rubenstein crashing to the floor! He's out before he even hits the mat and Gormsson scores a great knockout victory!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:19 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Harald Gormsson!
Harald Gormsson thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
Pride FC 49
Date: Oct 02, 2019 |
#R1#
Batra throws out a leg kick but Rubenstein moves out of range and Batra only half commits.
Nice body punch from Batra.
Nice shot by Rubenstein.#CUT2#
It looks like Gobal Batra has been cut.
Batra throws a quick inside leg kick.
Gobal Batra seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A clash of legs there as Rubenstein blocks the low kick.
Batra lands with a kick to the ribs.
Batra takes one on the button.
Batra punishes Rubenstein's body with a nice straight punch.
Batra misses with an uppercut.
Batra scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Batra throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rubenstein keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Rubenstein has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#T1#
Batra thuds a left hand into Rubenstein's body.
Rubenstein takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Batra feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Rubensteins jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Rubenstein on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Batra lands with an overhand left.
Batra lets loose with a powerful body kick. Rubenstein will feel that in the morning.
Batra takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Rubenstein avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Rubenstein swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rubenstein connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Batra's hands.
Nice shot by Batra.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rubenstein takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
#T2#
Rubenstein throws a jab when Batra was well out of range.
Rubenstein moves away from the strike by Batra.
Rubenstein swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Batra blocks a jab.
Batra throws a quick counter head kick but Rubenstein was just out of range.
Batra digs a good hook to Rubenstein's body.
Batra scores with a body shot.
#CL#
Batra has Rubenstein up against the cage in a clinch.
A short right from Batra.
Rubenstein throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Batras head.
Batra working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Batra scores with a shot to the side of Rubenstein's head.
Batra misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Batra is trying to pull guard but Rubenstein turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Rubenstein blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Batra keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Rubenstein's efforts to push away.#BC2#
Rubenstein breaks the clinch.
#T3#
Rubenstein takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Rubenstein is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Batra gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Rubenstein cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Batra misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Rubenstein counters with a right hand to the body.
Rubenstein takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
That kick from Batra tenderised Rubenstein's leg. Rubenstein is trying to keep his angry face on.
Batra looks to land a right hand but Rubenstein moved out of range.
Batra throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Rubenstein counters with a stiff right hand.
Batra looks to land a body kick but Rubenstein moved away.
It seemed like Rubenstein was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Batra throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T4#
Batra lunges at Rubenstein with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Rubenstein's hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#CL#
Batra darts in and clinches Rubenstein up against the cage.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Batra blocking some punches.
Rubenstein blocks an uppercut.
Batra blocking some punches.
Batra lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Batra. #BC2#
Rubenstein's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Batra throws a head kick that misses.
Batra throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Batra uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rubenstein.
Batra connects with a body shot that sends Rubenstein's belly button to the back.
Rubenstein slips under a jab.
Batra throws a good cross that connects.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gobal Batra dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Gobal Batra's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Batra defending well as Rubenstein loads up on a big left hand.
A quick step to the side and Batra tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rubenstein throws the left hand but Batra avoids the punch easily.
Batra connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Batra fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Rubenstein with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Batra to score with a decent uppercut.
Batra ducks under a wild hook from Rubenstein.
Batra misses with a head kick.
Rubenstein appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Batra lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Rubenstein at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Batra throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Rubenstein throws out a counter right but Batra avoids it with no problem.
Batra moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Rubenstein moves out of range as Batra strikes.
Rubenstein swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T1##CL#
Batra moves into range and clinches up with Rubenstein.
Rubenstein blocks a body shot from Batra.
Batra throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Rubenstein breaks the clinch.
Batra tries a head kick but it misses.
Rubenstein blocks a jab.
As Batra backs off Rubenstein throws a huge counter combo but Batra manages to avoid it all.
Rubenstein looks to score with a jab to the body but Batra is just out of range.
Batra misses with a wild combination.
Batra throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Rubenstein to counter with a crisp jab.
Batra catches Rubenstein with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!#CL#
Batra rushes Rubenstein and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Rubenstein pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
Rubenstein avoids a kick to the body.
Batra 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.
Batra throws a push kick but Rubenstein slaps the foot to one side.
Batra throws out a loose jab but Rubenstein uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Batra is looking to clinch but Rubenstein is avoiding it.
Batra misses with a hook
and Rubenstein counters with a nice uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rubenstein looks to land a right hand but Batra moved out of range.
Crunch! Batra slams his shin into Rubenstein's torso.
Rubenstein is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Batra.
Batra throws a hook to the side of Rubenstein's head but Rubenstein sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rubenstein throws a looping overhand right but Batra ducks down to avoid it.
Batra throws a body kick that misses.
Rubenstein looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T3#
Rubenstein blocks a leg kick.
Rubenstein on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Batra thows a left - swing and a miss!
Batra misses with a body shot.
Batra misses with an uppercut
and Rubenstein counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Batra, right into the meat.
#CL#
Batra forces Rubenstein back against the cage and clinches.#TD#
Batra pulls guard successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Rubenstein drops back, looking for a kneebar! Batra looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Batra looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Batra! #REVR#
Rubenstein is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Batra asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T4#
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Rubenstein wants to get back to his feet but Batra is dominant here and he's now got Rubenstein's back!
Rubenstein is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Batra.
Batra has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Gobal Batra dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Gobal Batra's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Batra uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Rubenstein has time to react.
Rubenstein misses with a looping left.
Batra swings widly with a right hand
and Rubenstein counters with a straight right hand.
Batra throws a low kick but it's checked well by Rubenstein.
Batra tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Batra lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Rubenstein checks a low kick from Batra.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Batra tries to clinch
and Rubenstein counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Rubenstein on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Gobal Batra is winning the standup battle so far.
Batra uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rubenstein.#T1#
Batra lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Batra will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Rubenstein closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Rubenstein takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Rubenstein takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Rubenstein checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Batra throws a lazy head kick
and Rubenstein connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Batra is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rubenstein can do to turn this around?
Rubenstein misses with the combination.
Batra swings away with a body shot that misses
#KD2#
and Rubenstein counters with a left hand that sends Batra to the canvas! #ROC2#
Batra is rocked!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rubenstein controlling from the top position.
Oh Batra is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#T2#
Batra is controlling Rubenstein's posture.
Batra keeping full guard, as Rubenstein tries to pass.
Batra seems to have got his legs back now.#SUB2#
Rubenstein is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Batra is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Batra has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Batra slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Gobal Batra is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3##SU#
Batra stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Batra turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Rubenstein checks a low kick from Batra.
Batra misses with a right hand
and Batra takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Batra throws a lazy head kick
and Rubenstein counters with a beautiful right hand that knocks Batra out cold! What a finish! Rubenstein is going crazy, running around the mat, summersaulting off the corner posts and screaming into the cameras. Something tells me he's pretty happy!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:43 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Spencer Rubenstein!
Spencer Rubenstein thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
Pride FC 45
Date: Sep 11, 2019 |
#R1#
Rubenstein thows a body kick. Orochi tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Orochi throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rubenstein stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Orochi.
Orochi misses the shot to the body.
Orochi throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Rubenstein sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Orochi misses the jab.
Rubenstein throws a quick counter head kick but Orochi was just out of range.
Rubenstein scores with a hook to the body. Orochi takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Orochi looks winded!
Orochi walks into a left hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Orochi thows a left - swing and a miss!
Orochi shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Orochi swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Rubenstein.#T1#
Orochi swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws a body punch but Orochi moves out of range.
Orochi only half commits to the counter leg kick.
A shot to the body from Orochi misses
and Rubenstein counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Orochi fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Rubenstein looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Rubenstein pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rubenstein has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Big Bear Fight Factory in the buildup to the fight.
Rubenstein is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Rubenstein takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Orochi moves forwards but Rubenstein connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Orochi swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Orochi comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T2#
Rubenstein walks into a stiff left hand from Orochi.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Donk. Rubenstein catches Orochi right on the button with a cross.
Rubenstein slips under a jab from Orochi.
Rubenstein thinks about countering with a head kick.
A leg kick checked by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Orochi looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Orochi throws the kick towards the body but Rubenstein avoids it.
Orochi misses the shot to the body.
Rubenstein was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Rubenstein misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Orochi.
#CL2#
Rubenstein gets tackled into the cage by Orochi. Orochi maintains the clinch.
Rubenstein is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Orochi tries to work over Rubenstein's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T3#
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Orochi misses with a hook to the ribs.
Orochi blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Orochi lands an uppercut.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Orochi.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Orochi. #BC#
Rubenstein breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Orochi throws a front kick that sends Rubenstein stumbling back into the cage.
Orochi scores with a jab to the head.
Orochi throws a sloppy head kick and Rubenstein moves out of range easily.
Rubenstein lands a nice shot that snaps Orochi's head back.
A low kick from Orochi misses
and Rubenstein counters with a right, left combo that wobbles Orochi badly! Rubenstein follows up with a massive right hook, straight to the bridge of the nose that knocks Orochi out cold! Oh wow, what a finish! Very reminiscent of Koscheck vs Yoshida as Rubenstein finished him against the cage.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Spencer Rubenstein!
During a confident post fight interview, Spencer Rubenstein thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Pride FC 42
Date: Aug 24, 2019 |
#R1#
Rubenstein throws the kick towards the body but Thiago avoids it.
Thiago is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Rubenstein takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
The fighters circling - Rubenstein throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Thiago misses with a left hand
and Rubenstein cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Thiago throws a looping overhand right but Rubenstein ducks down to avoid it.
Thiago throws a leg kick
letting Rubenstein counter with a right hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Thiago Thiago has been cut.
Thiago throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Rubenstein stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Thiago slips a jab from Rubenstein.
Thiago looks to land a body kick but Rubenstein moved away.
Thiago misses with a leg kick
and Rubenstein makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Thiago really felt that one!
Rubenstein takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thiago feints and then cracks Rubenstein's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Rubenstein down.
Thiago tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rubenstein was well out of range. Poor timing from Thiago.#T1#
Rubenstein throws a hook but Thiago avoids it easily.
Thiago with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A solid leg kick lands there for Thiago.
Rubenstein checks the leg kick nicely there.
Rubenstein shapes to counter with a head kick.
Thiago throws a leg kick but Rubenstein sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Thiago tries to work over Rubenstein's front leg with a kick but Rubenstein checks it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Rubenstein! But no joy.
Rubenstein takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Thiago lands with a right hand.
Rubenstein takes one to the side of the head.
Thiago lunges at Rubenstein with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Rubenstein's hand.
Thiago lands with a nice body punch.
Rubenstein staying out of range there.#T2#
Rubenstein throws out a loose jab but Thiago uses good head movement to avoid 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!
Rubenstein takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Thiago throws a front kick aimed at Rubenstein's knee but Rubenstein avoids it well.
Thiago misses with a head kick.
Thiago throws a nice inside leg kick.
Thiago throws a hook but Rubenstein avoids it easily.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Thiago.
Thiago misses with a hook
and Rubenstein counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Thiago misses with a looping left.
Thiago thows a leg kick but Rubenstein checks it
and Rubenstein counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rubenstein misses with a hook.
Rubenstein scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Thiago is breathing heavily.#T3#
Rubenstein throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Thiago.
Thiago goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Thiago scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Thiago misses with a looping left.
Rubenstein throws out a loose jab but Thiago uses good head movement to avoid it.
Thiago throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Rubenstein checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Rubenstein throws out a counter right but Thiago avoids it with no problem.
Thiago throws an off balance right hand
enabling Rubenstein to counter with a crisp jab. #KD2#
Rubenstein lands a big uppercut and Thiago crumbles to the floor! The ref thinks about stopping the fight but Thiago looks OK. Rubenstein waves Thiago back to his feet!#ROC2#
Thiago is rocked!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Thiago thows a leg kick but Rubenstein checks it
and Rubenstein counters with a huge right that knocks Thiago out cold! Rubenstein is running around with a crazed look on his face - you can see how much that meant to him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Spencer Rubenstein!
Spencer Rubenstein seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
Pride FC 37
Date: Aug 03, 2019 |
#R1#
Rubenstein tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Nilsen was well out of range. Poor timing from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein walks into a stiff left hand from Nilsen.
Rubenstein has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Nice defenses there by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Rubenstein uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Nilsen.
Nilsen misses with a looping left.
Nilsen throws an off balance right hand
and Rubenstein counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#KD#
Rubenstein drops Nilsen with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Nilsen looks back up at him and smiles so Rubenstein waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nilsen connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Rubenstein's hands.
Yacob Nilsen seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nilsen looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Rubenstein slips a jab and a cross from Nilsen.
Nilsen throws a lazy head kick
and Rubenstein connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A big left from Nilsen misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Rubenstein misses the target.#T1#
Nilsen throws a right hand that Rubenstein ducks under and follows up with a left that Rubenstein also avoids with ease.
Nilsen pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rubenstein scores with a nice strike.
Nilsen throws a looping overhand right but Rubenstein ducks down to avoid it.
Rubenstein thinks about countering with a head kick.
Nilsen ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Nilsen feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Rubensteins jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Nilsen moves away from the strike by Rubenstein.
Nilsen throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
An attempted straight right counter from Rubenstein misses the target.
Nilsen listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Rubenstein ducks under a wild hook from Nilsen.#KD#
Rubenstein lands a big head kick that sends Nilsen tumbling to the mat! Rubenstein takes a step backwards and waves Nilsen back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT#
It looks like Yacob Nilsen has been cut.#T2#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#KD2#
Nilsen lands a big head kick that sends Rubenstein tumbling to the mat! Nilsen takes a step backwards and waves Rubenstein back to his feet - he wants the finish!#CUT2#
It looks like Spencer Rubenstein has been cut.
Nilsen 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.
Nilsen misses the shot to the body.
Nilsen tries to bum rush Rubenstein with a series of wild strikes but Rubenstein uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Nilsen has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws a lazy head kick
and Nilsen counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nilsen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rubenstein throwing a counter right hand but Nilsen manages to avoid it.
Nilsen bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.#KD2#
Nilsen cracks Rubenstein with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Nilsen has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Rubenstein to stand back up!#ROC2#
Rubenstein is rocked!
Nilsen lunges in with a left hook that violently twists Rubenstein head around and knocks him out cold! Nilsen hops onto the cage and yells out at the top of his lungs - Yeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaah! They're showing the replay on the big screens now; that was nasty! I hope one of the photographers got a good shot of it.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Yacob Nilsen!
Yacob Nilsen seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
Pride FC 32
Date: Jul 13, 2019 |
#R1#
Dresden tries to close the distance and clinch but Rubenstein swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Dresden dives in and grabs Rubenstein's left leg, looking for a takedown. Rubenstein pushes down on Dresden's head and hops out.
Nice takedown defense from Rubenstein. No joy for Dresden on that attempt.
Rubenstein smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A looping hook to the body misses from Rubenstein. Dresden does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dresden looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dresden bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rubenstein ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
A nice inside leg kick there by Rubenstein. That's going to slow Dresden down.
Dresden takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Rubenstein scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Rubenstein fails with an attempt to clinch.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Dresden lands a nice hook to Rubenstein's body. Rubenstein takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Dresden throws a body shot but no joy.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rubenstein slaps away a takedown attempt from Dresden, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lakoj Dresden. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dresden ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Dresden darts in looking for a takedown but Rubenstein gets double underhooks and turns Dresden into the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dresden moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Nice cross by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein scores with a jab.
Rubenstein is looking to land body kicks.#T1#
Rubenstein tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #TD#
Dresden closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Rubenstein quickly recovers to half guard.
Rubenstein wants to get back to full guard.
Dresden is looking to advance position but Rubenstein won't allow it.
Dresden not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Rubenstein wants to control but Dresden passes into side.
Rubenstein is looking to reverse the position.
Dresden is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Rubenstein's shoulder. That is not cool.
Rubenstein tries to improve position but can't.
Rubenstein is still trying to improve position.
Rubenstein is being controlled here.
You can see the frustration on Rubenstein's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
Rubenstein takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Dresden is staying tight to Rubenstein's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Rubenstein tries to escape but Dresden is in control.
Rubenstein is trying to improve his position.
Rubenstein is trying to control Dresden's posture but Dresden avoids it.
Rubenstein gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Rubenstein wants to control but Dresden is having none of it.#T3#
Rubenstein is really trying hard to get back to his feet.
Dresden lands a big elbow.
Rubenstein is in all sorts of trouble here.
Rubenstein tries to buck Dresden off but he can't manage it.
Dresden trying to control but Rubenstein is having none of it.
Dresden postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Rubenstein looks a forlorn figure.
Rubenstein taking shots to the head. #T4#
Rubenstein slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Dresden looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Rubenstein trying to control but Dresden postures up.
Rubenstein pushes Dresden off looking to stand but Dresden dives back in and keeps control.
Dresden seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Dresden looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Dresden lands a nice short elbow.
Rubenstein wants to control but Dresden is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Dresden prevents Rubenstein from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Spencer Rubenstein will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Rubenstein throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Rubenstein.
Dresden fails to land the takedown.
Dresden throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Rubenstein's waist but Rubenstein gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Dresden off to one side.
Rubenstein scores with a jab. Dresden acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Rubenstein circles away from the clinch attempt.
Dresden ducks under a wild hook from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Dresden tries to clinch there but Rubenstein circles away.
Rubenstein misses with a body shot.
Dresden closes this distance looking for a takedown but Rubenstein circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lakoj Dresden. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rubenstein looks to throw the jab but Dresden is out of range.
Rubenstein catches Dresden with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dresden shoots in looking for a takedown but Rubenstein manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dresden's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Dresden fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Rubenstein avoids it really well and circles away.
Rubenstein sizes up Dresden with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #T1#
Dresden fails to land the takedown.
Rubenstein tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Dresden takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Dresden shoots in looking for a takedown but Rubenstein manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Dresden's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Dresden fails with a takedown attempt.
Dresden misses with a straight right.
Rubenstein works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Nice uppercut lands for Rubenstein. That snapped Dresden's head back.
Rubenstein has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Rubenstein cracks a nice hook into Dresden's ribs.
Rubenstein connects with a looping right hand.
#CL#
Dresden has Rubenstein up against the cage in a clinch.
Rubenstein lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Dresden.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rubenstein doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Dresden wants a takedown.
#TD#
Dresden manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Rubenstein must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T2##SU2#
Rubenstein decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Dresden, up you get!
Dresden doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Rubenstein connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.#TD#
Dresden closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Dresden lands in his opponent's guard.#ES2#
Rubenstein wriggles free and stands up.
Rubenstein looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Rubenstein is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Nice sprawl there from Rubenstein as Dresden shoots in.
Rubenstein slaps away a takedown attempt from Dresden, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Dresden drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dresden. Rubenstein does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dresden tries to clinch there but Rubenstein circles away.
Dresden tries to clinch but Rubenstein is having none of it. #T3#
Rubenstein bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Dresden's head.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Dresden steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rubenstein.
Dresden misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rubenstein.
Dresden tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Rubenstein defends well and Dresden ends up having to push Rubenstein into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Rubenstein misses with a straight left.
Dresden takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Rubenstein ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Rubenstein dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Rubenstein throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Rubenstein lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Rubenstein scores with a jab to the jaw.
Dresden fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Rubenstein defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Dresden.
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!
Rubenstein stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Rubenstein wants it to stay on the feet.
Rubenstein pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Dresden takes one on the button.
Dresden uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rubenstein.
Dresden takes a swing at Rubenstein's ribcage but misses. #T4#
Rubenstein takes a swing at Dresden's ribcage but misses.
Dresden wants to clinch.
Good work by Dresden as he checks the leg kick.
Rubenstein scores with a nice head shot.
Rubenstein scores with a nice strike.#TD#
Dresden scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Rubenstein is trying to escape back to his feet but Dresden uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Rubenstein tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Dresden presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Dresden has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Rubenstein keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Lakoj Dresden overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Dresden lands with some strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Spencer Rubenstein 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#
A telegraphed right hand from Rubenstein misses the target.
A lazy left from Rubenstein finds it's target.
Rubenstein misses with a two punch combination.
#TD#
Dresden fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Rubenstein to the ground. Dresden is now in Rubenstein's guard.
Dresden trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Dresden postures up.
Dresden prevents Rubenstein from getting back to his feet. #SUB2#
Rubenstein is looking for a triangle here but Dresden uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Dresden has knee on belly and moves into mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dresden landing punches.
Rubenstein really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T1#
Dresden looking to control but Rubenstein is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Rubenstein tries to reverse the position but Dresden maintains control.
Dresden avoids the attempt from Rubenstein to control.
Rubenstein is looking to improve his position but Dresden isn't that keen on the idea.
Dresden lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
#T2#
Rubenstein wants to hold on but Dresden pushes him away.
Dresden sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Rubenstein bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Rubenstein has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Dresden is proving hard to escape from.
Rubenstein passes into half guard.
Dresden is looking for a sweep. Rubenstein is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T3#
Rubenstein wants to stand but his hand is trapped. Dresden uses the opportunity to regain full guard.
Lakoj Dresden has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rubenstein wants to get up but he can't break Dresden's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SU2#
Rubenstein stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Rubenstein misses with a hook
#CL#
and Dresden counters by clinching up. #TD#
Dresden successfully pulls guard.
#SU2#
Rubenstein stands and steps away. Dresden gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Dresden misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rubenstein.
Dresden doesn't manage to clinch there - Rubenstein circles away.
Spencer Rubenstein is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Rubenstein fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Dresden on the side of the head.
Rubenstein stuns Dresden with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Dresden has a takedown stuffed.
Dresden is looking to wear down Rubenstein with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Dresden fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Dresden misses with a punch to the body.
Rubenstein prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lakoj Dresden. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rubenstein misses with a shot to the kidneys.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dresden.
Rubenstein takes a shot to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dresden tries to pull guard but Rubenstein won't allow it.
Dresden misses with a punch to the body.
Dresden blocking some punches.
Rubenstein makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Rubenstein lands a left hand.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Spencer Rubenstein.
I've got Rubenstein 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 28:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:29
Judge James Glass scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Spencer Rubenstein!
After winning the bout, Spencer Rubenstein 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:
Pride FC 28
Date: Jun 22, 2019 |
#R1#
Rubenstein connects with a good right hand that stumbles Seppala. Seppala circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Rubenstein wants to clinch.#CL2#
Seppala gets tackled into the cage by Rubenstein. Rubenstein maintains the clinch.
Rubenstein scores with a shot to the side of Seppala's head.
Rubenstein pushes Seppala back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
Seppala blocking some punches.
Seppala has a couple of punches blocked by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Seppala takes a shot to the head.
Rubenstein digs a right hand underneath Seppala's ribcage. Seppala let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Rubenstein lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Seppala is breathing heavily.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Seppala misses with a hook from the clinch.
Seppala blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rubenstein lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T1#
Rubenstein softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Seppala stalls.
Seppala's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Seppala throws a head punch that misses.
A short left from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Seppala tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
We've been informed that Rubenstein has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Seppala misses with some punches.
Rubenstein scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Rubenstein lands a hook that snaps the head of Seppala backwards.
Seppala tries a body shot but Rubenstein blocks it.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
A right hook to the body lands for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Seppala takes a shot to the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Seppala blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein. #T2#
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rubenstein.
Seppala blocking some punches.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
A short right from Rubenstein on the inside.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Seppala blocking some punches.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Seppala.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Seppala uses good head movement to avoid it.
Seppala blocks an uppercut.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Seppala tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Seppala misses with a body punch.
Seppala misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Seppala misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T3#
Rubenstein lands with a right to the head.
Seppala blocks an uppercut.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Seppala blocking some punches.
Rubenstein tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Seppala's elbow.
Rubenstein throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Rubenstein blocking some punches.
Seppala fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Seppala.
Seppala blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Seppala blocks an uppercut.
Rubenstein blocking some punches.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Seppala.
Seppala blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Seppala backwards.
Rubenstein tries a body shot but Seppala blocks it.
Seppala swings wildly with an uppercut but Rubenstein uses good head movement to avoid it.
Seppala misses with some punches.
#T4#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Seppala.
Seppala looking to slow down the pace here.
Seppala misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Seppala blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Seppala blocks an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Seppala blocks an uppercut.
Rubenstein lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#BC#
Seppala breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rubenstein tests Seppala's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Seppala with a jab.
Nice straight punches there by Seppala. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Seppala.
Rubenstein tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Seppala paws at him with a jab and circles away.
And Seppala counters with a quick kick to the body but Rubenstein blocks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Spencer Rubenstein dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Seppala scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Rubenstein connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Rubenstein bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Rubenstein tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rubenstein misses with a looping left.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Seppala bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.
Rubenstein tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Seppala manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Rubenstein has taken the fight to the clinch.
Rubenstein scores with a shoulder strike.
Rubenstein lands with a short shot to the head.
Rubenstein lands a hook that snaps the head of Seppala backwards.
Seppala scores with a nice hook to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A short right hand to the side of the head by Seppala.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Seppala.
Rubenstein gets through Seppala's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Rubenstein blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T1#
Rubenstein working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein pushes Seppala back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A body shot lands from Rubenstein.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Seppala tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Seppala.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Seppala blocks an uppercut.
Seppala working aggressively here.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein lands a left hand that snaps the head of Seppala backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
#T2#
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Rubenstein has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Seppala blocking some punches.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein lands a nice uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Seppala.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Seppala.
Rubenstein prevents a body shot from Seppala.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Seppala uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Seppala.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Rubenstein goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC#
Seppala breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Rubenstein lands with a shot to the body.
Seppala misses with a body shot.
#T3#
Jab by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein defending well as Seppala loads up on a big left hand.
Seppala pivots, looking for a leg kick but Rubenstein is out of range and Seppala settles back down.
Rubenstein looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Rubenstein swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Seppala counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Rubenstein thinking. #CL2#
Rubenstein clinches up with Seppala and pushes him back against the cage.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Seppala blocking some punches.
Seppala lands with a right to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Seppala.
Seppala has a couple of punches blocked by Rubenstein.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rubenstein.
Seppala tries a body shot but Rubenstein blocks it.
Nice body punch from Seppala - that landed with a thud.
Rubenstein scores with a shoulder strike.
Seppala scores with an uppercut up the middle.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Seppala blocks an uppercut.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T4#
A nice right hand lands inside from Rubenstein.
Seppala misses with a punch on the inside.
Seppala tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rubenstein.
Seppala blocks an uppercut.
#BC#
Seppala breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Seppala misses with a hook. Rubenstein ducked under it nicely.
Rubenstein looks to land a left hand but Seppala moved out of range nicely.
A little feinted left hand from Seppala on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Seppala pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Seppala misses the shot to the body.
Seppala tries to land a leg kick but Rubenstein saw it coming and moves away.
Seppala stuns Rubenstein with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Seppala fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Rubenstein has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rubenstein fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Seppala.#CL#
Seppala gets a clinch.
Seppala misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Spencer Rubenstein showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Seppala misses with a body kick.
Seppala throws a low kick but Rubenstein moves out of range easily.
Rubenstein bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Rubenstein ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Seppala needs to keep his hands up - Rubenstein had a free shot at his head there.
Rubenstein throws a looping overhand right but Seppala ducks down to avoid it.
Rubenstein tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Seppala is able to avoid easily.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Seppala takes one on the button.
Seppala ducks under a wild hook from Rubenstein.
As Rubenstein backs away, Seppala returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Rubenstein moves into range and connects with a jab.
Seppala tries a head kick but it misses.
Rubenstein connects with a right hand. Seppala shakes it off.
Seppala misses the jab.#CL2#
Rubenstein closes the distance and clinches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rubenstein lands a nice uppercut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Seppala.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Seppala blocks an uppercut.
#T1#
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Seppala uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein letting Seppala take a breather here.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Seppala tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Seppala doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Seppala. #BC#
Seppala's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rubenstein tries to clinch but Seppala is having none of it.
Seppala swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A left lands for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein works the jab nicely.
A big left from Rubenstein misses.
Rubenstein throws a lazy head kick
and Seppala counters with a nice uppercut.
Rubenstein scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Seppala doesn't seem bothered though.
Seppala keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Seppala misses the shot to the body. #T2#
Rubenstein throws a shot to the body.
Rubenstein connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Seppala uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rubenstein.
A jab lands there for Rubenstein.
Seppala tries to clinch but Rubenstein moves out of range.
Seppala loads up on a big right hand but Rubenstein slips the punch.#CL2#
Rubenstein drives through and clinches with Seppala against the cage.
Rubenstein lands a nice shot to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Onni Seppala has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Seppala misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Rubenstein lands a body punch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Rubenstein scores with a shoulder strike.
Rubenstein keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Seppala's efforts to push away.#T3#
Seppala takes a shot to the head.
Seppala goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Seppala uses good head movement to avoid it.
Seppala holding his opponent close, against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Seppala.
Seppala misses with a body punch.
Rubenstein struggles to land a body shot inside as Seppala controls his hands.
Seppala blocking some punches.
Rubenstein lands with a right to the head.
Seppala gets through Rubenstein's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Seppala blocks an uppercut.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Rubenstein.
Spencer Rubenstein is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Rubenstein works on Seppala's body with a couple of short punches.
A short left from Seppala.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Seppala blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein blocks a body shot from Seppala.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Seppala.
Rubenstein lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Seppala backwards.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Seppala content to slow the pace in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Seppala blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Seppala will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Rubenstein up against the cage.
Seppala blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Seppala fails to land.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
And that's the end of the fight!
Spencer Rubenstein comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Rubenstein 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 Ian Loll scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gregory Folan scores the fight 27:30
Judge Robert Douchet scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Spencer Rubenstein!
A relieved looking Spencer Rubenstein thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
TAFC: Fernando v Navarro II
Date: May 04, 2019 |
#R1#
Grill uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rubenstein.
Grill is trying to counter with his kicks.
The fighters circling - Rubenstein throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Rubenstein pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rubenstein tries to close the distance and clinch but Grill swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Grill swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Grill swats away the attempt to clinch by Rubenstein.
A solid leg kick lands there for Grill.
Rubenstein thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rubenstein throws a lazy uppercut
and Grill makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
A swing and a miss from Grill.#CL#
Rubenstein gets in close and instigates a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rubenstein lands a shoulder strike.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T1#
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Grill.
Grill blocks an uppercut.
Rubenstein lands with a left to the head.
Grill lands a right hand.
Grill scores with a shot to the side of Rubenstein's head.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Grill.
Grill blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rubenstein.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Grill misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Grill misses with a punch on the inside.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
Rubenstein definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses. #T2#
A right handed body shot lands from Grill.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rubenstein tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Grill throws a punch but it's blocked by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Grill.
Rubenstein softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Grill is working Rubenstein over against the cage.
Grill lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Grill blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Grill lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Rubenstein tries to throw a body punch but Grill avoids it by throwing Rubenstein back against the cage.
Grill misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Grill misses with a punch on the inside.
Rubenstein lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Grill has a couple of punches blocked by Rubenstein.
Grill gets through Rubenstein's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.#T3#
Grill doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Grill lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Grill working aggressively here.
Grill blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Grill's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Rubenstein misses with a punch to the body.
Grill blocks a body shot from Rubenstein.
Grill blocks a body shot from Rubenstein.
Grill misses with a hook from the clinch.
Grill swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Grill.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rubenstein.
Grill makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T4#
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Grill.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Grill.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Grill uses good head movement to avoid it.
Grill throws a head punch that misses.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rubenstein can't find room to land a body shot as Grill controls the action.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rubenstein creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Grill cracks Rubenstein with a nice body shot.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Grill lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
Grill struggles to land a body shot inside as Rubenstein controls his hands.
Grill blocking some punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Spencer Rubenstein dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Grill staying out of range there.
Grill attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Grill takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Rubenstein swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Grill appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A slow jab from Grill misses its intended target.
Rubenstein missing with a left hand there. Grill was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Rubenstein takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Rubenstein jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Grill avoids the body shot from Rubenstein.
Grill looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Grill lands with a good body shot.
Rubenstein keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Grill.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rubenstein takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Grill looks to score with a jab to the body but Rubenstein is just out of range.
Rubenstein looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Rubenstein tries a head kick but it misses.
Rubenstein throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T1##CL#
Rubenstein gets a clinch.
Grill lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Rubenstein or not.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Grill swings wildly with an uppercut but Rubenstein uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
A short body shot lands from Grill as the two fighters clinch.
Grill scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Spencer Rubenstein has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Grill.
Grill prevents a body shot from Rubenstein.
Grill blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Grill. #T2#
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Grill blocks an uppercut.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Still in the clinch, Grill scores with a nice short uppercut.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rubenstein lands with a left to the head.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein can't find room to land a body shot as Grill controls the action.
Grill blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Grill blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
Grill blocking some punches.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Grill.
Rubenstein lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Grill softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Grill creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Grill misses with some punches.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Grill uses good head movement to avoid it.
Grill working aggressively here.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Grill uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Grill fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T4#
Grill lands a body punch in the clinch.
Rubenstein blocking some punches.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Grill lands with a left to the head.
Grill lands a left hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Grill blocks an uppercut.
Rubenstein lands a hook to the side of the head.
Grill blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Grill.
Rubenstein working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Grill blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Rubenstein lands a shoulder strike.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein digs a right hand into Grill's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Grill's gas tank.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Spencer Rubenstein dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Grill digs a good hook to Rubenstein's body.
Rubenstein tries to clinch up but Grill circles away and keeps his distance.
Rubenstein throws a shot from downtown. Grill moves away and avoids it.
Grill scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Grill drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A jab from Rubenstein finds it's way through Grill's defenses.
Grill throws a leg kick that misses.
Grill works Rubenstein's body with a nice hook.
Grill on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Grill avoids the body shot from Rubenstein.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rubenstein scores with a crisp jab that stopped Grill in his tracks.
A nice inside leg kick there by Rubenstein. That's going to slow Grill down.
Grill is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Rubenstein rather than just go for the knockout.
Grill lands with an uppercut that bounces Rubenstein off the cage and back into range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Grill looks to score with a jab to the body but Rubenstein is just out of range.
Grill just misses with a punch to the body.
#T1#
Rubenstein tries to close the distance and clinch up but Grill swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Grill looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A head kick by Rubenstein misses
and Grill makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Rubenstein throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Grill sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Grill waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws a sloppy body shot
and Grill counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Grill works the jab nicely.
Grill keeps Rubenstein at a distance using the push kick.
Rubenstein throws a big shot that misses.#CL#
Rubenstein closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Rubenstein misses with a punch to the body.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Grill.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Rubenstein tries a body shot but Grill blocks it.
#BC2#
Grill manages to break the clinch.
A slapping leg kick lands for Grill.
Rubenstein misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bob Grill has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Rubenstein looks to land a combination but Grill avoids it well.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Grill slips under a jab.
Grill avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Grill defending well as Rubenstein loads up on a big left hand.
Grill let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Rubenstein is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Grill looks to score with a jab to the body but Rubenstein is just out of range.#CL#
Rubenstein instigates a clinch.
Grill lands a right hand.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Grill blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Grill lands with a light punch inside.
Rubenstein lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Grill backwards.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Grill.
#T3#
Grill digs a right hand underneath Rubenstein's ribcage. Rubenstein let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Grill is trying to break the clinch but Rubenstein is controlling him.
Grill's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Grill lands a right hand.
A body shot lands from Rubenstein.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Grill swings wildly with an uppercut but Rubenstein uses good head movement to avoid it.
Grill's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Grill blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Grill wants to break the clinch but can't.
Rubenstein can't find room to land a body shot as Grill controls the action.
Spencer Rubenstein is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Grill lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#T4#
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
A short uppercut from Grill.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
A left hand lands to the body for Grill.
Grill working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein prevents a body shot from Grill.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Grill uses good head movement to avoid it.
Grill has a couple of punches blocked by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Rubenstein blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Grill uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Bob Grill.
I think Rubenstein has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Ben Watson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 30:28
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Spencer Rubenstein!
Our winner, Spencer Rubenstein, 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:
TAFC: Biffs & Brawls 12
Date: Mar 29, 2019 |
#R1#
Rubenstein is looking to clinch but Enchãrya is avoiding it.
A little jabbing left from Enchãrya on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Rubenstein scores with the left hand. Enchãrya knows he should have avoided that one.
Rubenstein definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Rubenstein stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Rubenstein tries to land a leg kick but Enchãrya saw it coming and moves away.
Enchãrya blocks a jab.
Enchãrya is trying to counter with his kicks.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rubenstein looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Rubenstein scores with a body shot.
Rubenstein lands with a good body shot.
Rubenstein throws a poor cross that misses
and Enchãrya counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Enchãrya throws a big shot that misses.
Enchãrya gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Rubenstein.
Enchãrya paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Rubenstein crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Enchãrya - the referee stops the clock and Rubenstein gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Enchãrya. Rubenstein manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Enchãrya slips a jab from Rubenstein.#T1#
Enchãrya circles away from the clinch attempt.
Rubenstein misses with the combination.
Rubenstein is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
It seemed like Enchãrya was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Rubenstein misses with a looping right.
Enchãrya uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Rubenstein jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Enchãrya swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rubenstein connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Rubenstein tries to close the distance and clinch but Enchãrya swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Rubenstein throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rubenstein wants to clinch up but Enchãrya keeps it at a distance.#CL#
Rubenstein clinches with his opponent.
#T2#
Enchãrya goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Enchãrya.
Enchãrya lands with a short shot to the head.
Enchãrya has a couple of punches blocked by Rubenstein.
Enchãrya softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
We've been informed that Enchãrya has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Enchãrya misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rubenstein scores with a nice hook to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Enchãrya lands a body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Rubenstein lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Rubenstein doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rubenstein misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rubenstein blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Enchãrya is working Rubenstein over against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rubenstein.
A hook to the body from Enchãrya.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Enchãrya blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Enchãrya swings wildly with an uppercut but Rubenstein uses good head movement to avoid it.
Enchãrya blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T3#
Enchãrya blocking some punches.
Enchãrya blocking some punches.
Enchãrya lands with a short shot to the head.
Enchãrya misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Enchãrya blocks a body shot from Rubenstein.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Enchãrya creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Enchãrya makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A right hand to the body from Enchãrya.
Rubenstein is breathing heavily.
Enchãrya softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Enchãrya misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Enchãrya scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Enchãrya tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rubenstein's elbow.
Enchãrya misses with a hook to the ribs.
Enchãrya blocks an uppercut.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Enchãrya.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
A short left from Enchãrya.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Enchãrya.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Enchãrya lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Enchãrya tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Enchãrya.
Enchãrya blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T4#
Enchãrya lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC2#
Enchãrya pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Rubenstein checks a leg kick.
Rubenstein is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Rubenstein scores with a nice strike.
Enchãrya throws a leg kick which misses Rubenstein's front leg but catches the back leg as Rubenstein tries to avoid it.
Rubenstein moves out of range of the body kick.
Rubenstein throws a hook but Enchãrya blocks it.
Enchãrya throws a counter combo.
Enchãrya walks into a stiff left hand from Rubenstein.
A slow jab from Rubenstein misses its intended target.
Nice straight punches there by Rubenstein. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Rubenstein.
Rubenstein changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Enchãrya. Rubenstein does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rubenstein is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rubenstein scores with a punch to the head.
Enchãrya pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Enchãrya uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rubenstein.
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 Spencer Rubenstein will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Enchãrya blocks a head kick by Rubenstein.
Enchãrya was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Rubenstein connects with a right hand. Enchãrya shakes it off.
Enchãrya lands a slapping body shot.
Rubenstein misses with a wild combination.
Enchãrya misses with a body kick.
Rubenstein tries a head kick but it misses.
Rubenstein blocks the body kick.
Rubenstein slips a straight right by Enchãrya.
Rubenstein swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Rubenstein throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Enchãrya counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Rubenstein thinking.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Enchãrya lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#CL#
Rubenstein moves into range and clinches up with Enchãrya.
Enchãrya misses with a body punch.
Enchãrya blocks an uppercut.
Enchãrya works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Enchãrya tries a body shot but Rubenstein blocks it.
#T1#
Enchãrya digs a right hand underneath Rubenstein's ribcage. Rubenstein let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Enchãrya scores with a hook to the body.
Damagon Enchãrya seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Enchãrya is leaning against Rubenstein and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A short uppercut from Enchãrya.
Nice body punch from Enchãrya - that landed with a thud.
Enchãrya lands a left hand.
#BC2#
Enchãrya escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Rubenstein tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Enchãrya paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A slapping leg kick lands for Enchãrya.
Rubenstein misses with a left hand
and Enchãrya counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rubenstein misses with a hook. Enchãrya ducked under it nicely.
Rubenstein throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Enchãrya! But no joy.
Rubenstein is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Rubenstein chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Enchãrya can pounce on him.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rubenstein darts in trying to clinch
and Enchãrya counters with a low kick, right behind Rubenstein 's knee. #T2#
Rubenstein takes one on the button.
Enchãrya stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Spencer Rubenstein is winning the standup battle so far.
Rubenstein throws a right hand that misses
and Enchãrya counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Enchãrya throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Enchãrya - that will leave a mark!
Enchãrya misses with a looping left.
Enchãrya swats away the attempt to clinch by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein slips a straight right by Enchãrya.
Rubenstein jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Nice jab there from Rubenstein.
Enchãrya slips a jab from Rubenstein.
Enchãrya thinks about the counter body kick.
Enchãrya buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
#T3#
Rubenstein throws an off balance right hand
and Enchãrya counters with a thumping low kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Enchãrya blocks the leg kick.
Enchãrya throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Enchãrya thumps Rubenstein with a low kick.
Rubenstein is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Enchãrya takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Rubenstein throws a body kick that misses
and Enchãrya counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Rubenstein digs a good body shot into Enchãrya's ribs.
Rubenstein walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Enchãrya lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Rubenstein throws a sloppy body shot
#KD2#
and Enchãrya counters with a crisp right hand that drops Rubenstein! Enchãrya lets Rubenstein back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#
Rubenstein is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rubenstein walks right into a perfectly timed right hook and goes down hard! He's out cold! The ref cradles Rubenstein limp body while Enchãrya jumps on to the cage and waves to the roaring crowd. Wow that was just a brutal knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Damagon Enchãrya!
A relieved looking Damagon Enchãrya thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
TAFC: Camara v Mark
Date: Mar 02, 2019 |
#R1##CL2#
Rubenstein instigates a clinch.
Trambai swings wildly with an uppercut but Rubenstein uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Trambai has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Trambai throws a head punch that misses.
Nice body punch from Trambai.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
Trambai working aggressively here.
Rubenstein lands with a short head shot on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
A body shot lands from Trambai.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Rubenstein blocks a body shot from Trambai.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
Rubenstein lands an uppercut.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Trambai uses good head movement to avoid it.
Trambai blocking some punches.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Trambai.
Nice body punch from Trambai - that landed with a thud.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Good body shot from Trambai.
#T1#
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Trambai.
Rubenstein can't find room to land a body shot as Trambai controls the action.
Rubenstein gets through Trambai's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Trambai lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Rubenstein softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Trambai uses good head movement to avoid it.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Trambai.
Trambai lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Rubenstein looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A body shot lands from Trambai.
Rubenstein looks winded!
A nice right hand lands inside from Trambai.
A left hand lands to the body for Trambai.
Trambai lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
Trambai lands with a left to the head.
Rubenstein's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Trambai lands with a right to the head.
Trambai misses with a punch to the body.
Trambai tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Trambai digs a right hand into Rubenstein's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Rubenstein's gas tank.
Rubenstein's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Trambai misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Trambai lands with a short shot to the head.
Trambai lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #T2#
Trambai lands with a light punch inside.
Rubenstein tries a body shot but Trambai blocks it.
A nice left hand lands by Trambai.
Trambai softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Trambai. #ROC#
Rubenstein is rocked!
Trambai misses with a punch to the body.
Rubenstein is still on wobbly legs! Can Trambai finish him?
Trambai doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rubenstein seems to have recovered his senses.
Trambai lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Trambai tries to throw a body punch but Rubenstein avoids it by throwing Trambai back against the cage.
Trambai presses Rubenstein against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Trambai lands with a left to the head.
Trambai misses with a punch to the body.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Trambai.
Trambai lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Trambai lands a hook to the side of the head.
Trambai lands a body shot.
A right hand to the body from Trambai.
Trambai misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rubenstein takes a shot to the head.
Trambai lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Rubenstein prevents a body shot from Trambai. #T3#
Trambai lands a nice shot to the body.
Trambai softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
A right hand to the body from Trambai.
Trambai is leaning against Rubenstein and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A short left from Trambai.
Trambai lands with a right to the head.
Trambai scores with a shot to the side of Rubenstein's head.
A short left from Trambai.
Trambai works on Rubenstein's body with a couple of short punches.
Trambai cracks Rubenstein with a nice body shot.
Trambai doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Trambai misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Trambai lands with a light punch inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Trambai.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Trambai creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Trambai stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Trambai. #T4#
Trambai lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A short right from Trambai.
Trambai presses Rubenstein against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Trambai lands with a light punch inside.
Trambai throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Trambai lands a nice shot to the body.
Trambai tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Trambai blocks an uppercut.
#KD#
Trambai drops Rubenstein onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Rubenstein is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Trambai goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Trambai presses Rubenstein against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Trambai tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Trambai lands an uppercut in the clinch that drops Rubenstein to his knees! Trambai keeps firing more shots against his stricken opponent and the referee jumps in to save him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sambo Trambai!
A victorious Sambo Trambai 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 4
Date: Feb 03, 2019 |
#R1#
Harrow lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Rubenstein misses the shot to the body.
Harrow misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Harrow slips under a jab from Rubenstein.#CL#
Rubenstein clinches up against the cage.
Rubenstein lands a left hand.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rubenstein.
A short right from Rubenstein.
Harrow swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Harrow.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Harrow.
Rubenstein blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Harrow's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
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!
Harrow tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Still in the clinch, Rubenstein scores with a nice short uppercut.
Harrow lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Harrow working aggressively here.
Harrow lands a shoulder strike.
Rubenstein lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Harrow misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses. #T1#
Harrow tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Harrow.
A head punch on the inside from Harrow fails to land.
Harrow scores with a shot to the side of Rubenstein's head.
A right hand to the body from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Rubenstein blocking some punches.
Harrow goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Harrow.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Harrow.
Rubenstein lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Harrow.
Rubenstein lands with a short shot to the head.
Harrow looks winded!
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Harrow's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rubenstein makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Harrow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Harrow blocking some punches.
Harrow blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T2#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rubenstein.
Harrow lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Rubenstein lands with a short shot to the head.
Rubenstein lands with a short shot to the head.
Harrow misses with a punch on the inside.
Rubenstein lands a right hand that snaps the head of Harrow backwards.
Harrow's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Harrow prevents a body shot from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Harrow.
A left hand lands to the body for Rubenstein.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Still in the clinch, Rubenstein scores with a nice short uppercut.
Rubenstein scores with a nice hook to the head.
Rubenstein lands an uppercut.
Rubenstein lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Harrow blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Harrow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Harrow.
Rubenstein scores with a shoulder strike.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Harrow uses good head movement to avoid it.
Harrow tries a body shot but Rubenstein blocks it.
#T3#
Harrow lands a body punch.
Rubenstein throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Harrows head.
Rubenstein throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Rubenstein blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A nice left hand lands by Rubenstein.
A nice left hand lands by Rubenstein.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rubenstein.
A right hand to the body from Rubenstein.
A short left from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein lands a hook that snaps the head of Harrow backwards.
Rubenstein pushes Harrow back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Harrow blocking some punches.
Harrow blocks a punch to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Harrow misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein lands a right hand that snaps the head of Harrow backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Rubenstein.
Harrow takes a shot to the head.
Rubenstein lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Rubenstein lands a right hand that snaps the head of Harrow backwards.
Rubenstein lands a hook that snaps the head of Harrow backwards. #T4#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rubenstein.
A short left from Rubenstein.
Harrow tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Nice body punch from Rubenstein - that landed with a thud.
Rubenstein lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Harrow misses with the head strike.
Rubenstein blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short left from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Harrow backwards.
Rubenstein scores with a shot to the side of Harrow's head.
A shot in the inside from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Rubenstein scores with a hook to the body.
A short uppercut from Rubenstein. #ROC#
Harrow is rocked!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rubenstein creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Harrow is still on wobbly legs! Can Rubenstein finish him?
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Rubenstein lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Harrow or not.
Harrow seems to have recovered his senses.
Rubenstein lands with a left to the head. #KD#
Rubenstein drops Harrow onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Harrow is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Harrow blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Spencer Rubenstein dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2##CL#
Rubenstein gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Spencer Rubenstein has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Rubenstein makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#KD#
Rubenstein drops Harrow onto one knee with a big uppercut from the clinch! Harrow is propped up by the cage and works his way back to his feet!
Rubenstein works on Harrow's body with a couple of short punches.
Rubenstein lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
A short left from Rubenstein.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rubenstein unloads with a big right hand that wobbles Harrow! He's leaning against the cage trying to keep his feet but Rubenstein is unloading with more strikes now! Harrow drops to his knees and the referee stops the fight for a TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Spencer Rubenstein!
During a confident post fight interview, Spencer Rubenstein thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
SyFi - Aftermath 3
Date: Jan 05, 2019 |
#R1#
Leekpai swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Leekpai blocks the body kick.
Leekpai defending well as Rubenstein loads up on a big left hand.
A shot to the liver by Rubenstein. Beautiful body shot.
Leekpai connects with a body shot that sends Rubenstein's belly button to the back.
Leekpai misses with a hook.
Rubenstein thumps Leekpai with a low kick.
Rubenstein uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Leekpai.
Leekpai throws an overhand right that lands on Rubenstein's shoulder, as Rubenstein tries to avoid the shot.
A big right from Leekpai misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Leekpai misses the target. #CL2#
Rubenstein has taken the fight to the clinch.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein blocks an uppercut.
Rubenstein scores with an uppercut up the middle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
#TD2#
Rubenstein jumps guard.
#SUB2#
Rubenstein has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Leekpai can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Leekpai tries to free his leg and advance position but Rubenstein is retaining full guard. #T1#
Leekpai wants to control from the top but Rubenstein keeps moving.
Leekpai controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Rubenstein has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Leekpai can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Leekpai controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Rubenstein is trying to keep Leekpai in close.
Rubenstein is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Leekpai is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Leekpai advances to half guard.
Rubenstein is refusing to be controlled, as Leekpai sits in half guard.
Rubenstein is trying to get back to full guard.
Leekpai takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Rubenstein looking for subs from the bottom but Leekpai mounts him!#T3#
Rubenstein gets back to half guard.
Leekpai not doing much here.
Rubenstein is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Leekpai's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Leekpai's back!#SUB2#
Rubenstein looking for the choke from the back. #SUB2#
Rubenstein looking for the choke but no joy.
Rubenstein wants to control the position but Leekpai frees himself and scrambles - Rubenstein manages to regain control in side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Rubenstein trying to control the position but Leekpai is working away.
Leekpai is looking to regain half guard here but Rubenstein keeps moving and retains side control.
Rubenstein wants to control but Leekpai is keeping him busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rubenstein is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Leekpai tries to improve position but can't.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Rubenstein working away.#SUB2#
Rubenstein tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Spencer Rubenstein dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Leekpai lands with a thumping leg kick.
Leekpai ducks under a wild hook from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Leekpai.
Rubenstein throws out a counter right but Leekpai avoids it with no problem.
Leekpai ducks under a wild hook from Rubenstein.
Leekpai feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Rubenstein's calf.
Leekpai slips under a jab from Rubenstein.
Leekpai checks a leg kick.
Leekpai looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Rubenstein lands a slapping body shot.
Leekpai throws out a leg kick but Rubenstein moves out of range and Leekpai only half commits.
Rubenstein is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Leekpai gets cracked there but stands up to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Leekpai misses with a wild body shot.
Leekpai throws a lazy right hand but Rubenstein sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Leekpai ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rubenstein moves away.
Rubenstein wants to clinch.
Leekpai swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Leekpai throws a solid leg kick but Rubenstein takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Leekpai.
Rubenstein throws out a counter right but Leekpai avoids it with no problem.
Rubenstein defending well as Leekpai loads up on a big left hand.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A slow jab from Rubenstein misses its intended target.
Leekpai ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Rubenstein ducks right into an uppercut from Leekpai.
Leekpai moves out of range as Rubenstein strikes.
Leekpai slips a jab from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Krit Leekpai is winning the standup battle so far.
Rubenstein throws a head kick that Leekpai semi-blocks.
Leekpai tries to land a leg kick but Rubenstein saw it coming and moves away.
Rubenstein is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Leekpai ducks under a wild hook from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Leekpai finds it's way round the side to connect with Rubenstein's head.
Rubenstein swings and misses with a hook to the body.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Rubenstein.#CL2#
Leekpai tries to keep at a distance but Rubenstein has taken the fight into the clinch.
Rubenstein goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Leekpai lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
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!
Leekpai misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
Rubenstein lands an uppercut.
Rubenstein on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Leekpai takes a shot to the head.
Rubenstein lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Rubenstein lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Leekpai with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Leekpai misses with a knee strike.
Leekpai scores with a shoulder strike.
Rubenstein blocks an uppercut.
Rubenstein lands with a right to the head.
Leekpai softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Rubenstein tries to pull guard but Leekpai won't allow it.
Rubenstein digs a right hand into Leekpai's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Leekpai's gas tank.
Rubenstein lands a left hand.
Rubenstein is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Leekpai to keep the fight standing.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Leekpai swings wildly with an uppercut but Rubenstein uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Leekpai prevents a body shot from Rubenstein. #T3#
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Leekpai digs a right hand underneath Rubenstein's ribcage. Rubenstein let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Rubenstein blocking some punches.
Leekpai throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein pushes Leekpai back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rubenstein blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Krit Leekpai has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Spencer Rubenstein.
Leekpai tries a knee to the head but Rubenstein blocks it.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Leekpai misses with the head strike.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein jumps guard but Leekpai stands there with Rubenstein around his waist. Rubenstein gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Leekpai uses good head movement to avoid it.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Leekpai smiles and moves away.
Rubenstein uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Leekpai.
Leekpai steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rubenstein.
Leekpai fires out a quick counter leg kick but Rubenstein just manages to avoid it.
Rubenstein waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Leekpai.
Leekpai wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.#T4#
Leekpai moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The fighters circling - Rubenstein throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Leekpai throws out a loose jab but Rubenstein uses good head movement to avoid it.
Leekpai throws a leg kick but Rubenstein moved away.
Leekpai slips under a jab.
Rubenstein's jab looks to have found its range, popping Leekpai under the eye.
Rubenstein tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rubenstein defending well as Leekpai loads up on a big left hand.
Leekpai throws a hook but Rubenstein blocks it.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rubenstein looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Rubenstein misses with a right hand
and Leekpai counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Leekpai throws a quick inside leg kick.
Leekpai tries to close the distance and clinch but Rubenstein swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Rubenstein misses with a wild body shot.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Rubenstein throws a looping overhand right but Leekpai ducks down to avoid it.
Leekpai misses with a low kick.
Leekpai 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.
A close second round but Spencer Rubenstein will probably get the nod - 10:9.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Leekpai lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
A big right from Rubenstein misses.
Leekpai blocks a head kick by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Leekpai throws a right hand that misses
and Rubenstein counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rubenstein keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Leekpai.
Rubenstein lands a jab.
Rubenstein throws a hook but Leekpai blocks it.
Leekpai throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Leekpai.
Leekpai pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Rubenstein tries to counter with a clinch but Leekpai shakes him off and moves away.
Leekpai bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Rubenstein's head backwards.
Leekpai avoids the head kick by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws a leg kick but Leekpai sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Rubenstein lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Leekpai backs up against the cage.
#ROC2#
Leekpai is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Leekpai jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Oh Leekpai is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rubenstein drops Leekpai with a straight right hand, right on the button! Rubenstein follows him down to the mat and pounds him out with hammerfists until the referee jumps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Spencer Rubenstein!
A victorious Spencer Rubenstein 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:
Syfi 135
Date: Dec 02, 2018 |
#R1#
Rubenstein cracks Roach with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.#CUT#
It looks like Steve Roach has been cut.
Rubenstein throws a lazy uppercut
and Roach counters with a stiff right hand.
Roach misses with a jab, cross combination.
Rubenstein closes the distance and lands a crisp combination that knocks Roach out cold! Roach corner are devastated, head in hands behind our commentary position. Poor guys.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Spencer Rubenstein!
Spencer Rubenstein 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##CL#
Rubenstein instigates a clinch.
Rubenstein blocking some punches.
Rubenstein blocking some punches.
Harrow blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
Rubenstein pushes Harrow back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Rubenstein lands with a left to the head.
Harrow jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Rubenstein walks away with a smile on his face. Harrow gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Harrow misses with a body kick.
Harrow connects with a high kick. #CL#
Rubenstein closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Harrow makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Harrow lands on the inside with an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Harrow misses with the head strike.
Rubenstein lands a body punch in the clinch.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Harrow.
Rubenstein lands with a short shot to the head.
A shot in the inside from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Rubenstein works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
#T1#
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein is working Harrow over against the cage.
Harrow looks winded!
Rubenstein lands with a right to the head.
Rubenstein lands with a short shot to the head.
Good body shot from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Harrow working aggressively here.
Rubenstein lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Rubenstein softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Harrow misses with some punches.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Harrow misses with some punches.
Rubenstein goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Harrow misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein scores with a shoulder strike. #T2#
Harrow tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Harrow.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rubenstein blocks a body shot from Harrow.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Harrow is trying to pull guard but Rubenstein has him pressed against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Rubenstein blocking some punches.
Rubenstein throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Harrows head.
Harrow misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Harrow working aggressively here.
Nice body punch from Rubenstein - that landed with a thud.
Harrow misses with some punches.
Harrow tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A short body shot lands from Harrow as the two fighters clinch.
Harrow tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
Harrow softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Harrow misses with the head strike.
Harrow blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T3#
Harrow blocking some punches.
Rubenstein lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Harrow backwards.
Harrow misses with the head strike.
Harrow takes a shot to the head.
Harrow fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein gets through Harrow's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Harrow blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Harrow.
Harrow blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Harrow blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Rubenstein lands with a right to the head.
Harrow blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein scores with a shot to the side of Harrow's head.
Harrow lands a nice uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Harrow lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Rubenstein lands a left hand that snaps the head of Harrow backwards.
A short right from Harrow.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Harrow.
Harrow prevents a body shot from Rubenstein.
Harrow misses with a punch to the body.
#T4#
Harrow misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Harrow swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rubenstein lands a hook to the side of the head.
Harrow misses with the head strike.
Harrow has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Harrow tries to throw a body punch but Rubenstein avoids it by throwing Harrow back against the cage.
Harrow tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice left hand lands by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Harrow uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Harrow.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Harrow blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rubenstein lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Harrow backwards.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Harrow blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Spencer Rubenstein dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
A lazy left from Rubenstein finds it's target.
Harrow throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Rubenstein is looking to clinch.
Harrow throws a sloppy head kick and Rubenstein moves out of range easily.
Harrow throws a hook but Rubenstein blocks it.
Rubenstein is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Harrow can do to turn this around?
Harrow throws a leg kick but Rubenstein sees it coming and moves out of range.
A slow jab from Rubenstein misses its intended target.
Harrow swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Rubenstein throws a lazy right hand but Harrow sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Harrow dips to his left and cracks Rubenstein with an uppercut!#CL#
Rubenstein closes the distance and pushes Harrow back into the cage.
Harrow goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Harrow.
Rubenstein lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Harrow backwards.
Rubenstein takes a shot to the head.
A short right from Rubenstein on the inside.
Rubenstein lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Harrow misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein struggles to land a body shot inside as Harrow controls his hands.
A shot in the inside from Rubenstein. #T1#
Rubenstein lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Harrow misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rubenstein lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Harrow backwards.
Harrow misses with a punch on the inside.
Harrow can't find room to land a body shot as Rubenstein controls the action.
Rubenstein misses with a body punch.
Harrow working aggressively here.
Harrow lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Harrow has a couple of punches blocked by Rubenstein.
A shot in the inside from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
Spencer Rubenstein has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Rubenstein lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Harrow backwards.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Harrow tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rubenstein's elbow.
Harrow lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Rubenstein.
Harrow is leaning against Rubenstein and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein tries a body shot but Harrow blocks it.
Rubenstein gets through Harrow's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Harrow scores with a shoulder strike.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Harrow.
#T2#
A shot in the inside from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein lands a right hand.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rubenstein.
Harrow blocks a body shot from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein gets through Harrow's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Harrow misses with a punch on the inside.
Rubenstein lands a left hand.
Harrow blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Harrow scores with a nice short uppercut.
Harrow lands with a short shot to the head.
A nice left hand lands by Harrow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Harrow.
Harrow is trying to break the clinch but Rubenstein has him pressed against the cage.
Rubenstein blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rubenstein blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Harrow lands a body punch in the clinch.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Rubenstein lands a shoulder strike.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T3#
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Harrow.
Rubenstein pushes Harrow back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A body shot lands from Harrow.
Rubenstein scores with a shot to the side of Harrow's head.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Harrow misses with the head strike.
Rubenstein prevents a body shot from Harrow.
Harrow tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Rubenstein gets through Harrow's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
Harrow is trying to push Rubenstein away but Rubenstein has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Harrow swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Harrow.
A right hand to the body from Rubenstein.
Harrow tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Rubenstein smiles and moves away.
Rubenstein tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rubenstein tries to clinch but fails miserably
letting Harrow counter with a right hand. #T4#
A big left from Harrow misses.
Harrow tries a head kick but it misses.
Rubenstein moves out of range of the strikes.#CL#
Rubenstein forces Harrow back against the cage and clinches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rubenstein creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Harrow fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Harrow.
Harrow tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Harrow.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch. #TD2#
Harrow manages to pull guard.
#SUB2#
Harrow isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Rubenstein stacks Harrow on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Rubenstein!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB#
Rubenstein tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Rubenstein has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Rubenstein is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Harrow is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Spencer Rubenstein dominated that second round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Harrow attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Bann Harrow has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rubenstein slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Harrow pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Rubenstein connects with a nice looking jab.
Donk. Harrow catches Rubenstein right on the button with a cross.#CL#
Rubenstein clinches.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Harrow blocking some punches.
Harrow lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
Rubenstein blocks an uppercut.
Rubenstein softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Harrow struggles to land a body shot inside as Rubenstein controls his hands.
Rubenstein keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Harrow's efforts to push away.
Harrow tries to throw a body punch but Rubenstein avoids it by throwing Harrow back against the cage.
Harrow tries to work over Rubenstein's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Harrow doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rubenstein tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Harrow tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T1#
Harrow throws a head punch that misses.
Harrow has a couple of punches blocked by Rubenstein.
Harrow misses with a hook from the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Harrow scores with a nice short uppercut.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Harrow.
A shot in the inside from Rubenstein.
Harrow has a couple of punches blocked by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein lands with a light punch inside.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Harrow.
Rubenstein keeps control of Harrow as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Harrow.
Harrow blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Good body shot from Rubenstein.
Harrow takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Rubenstein scores with a shoulder strike.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Harrow misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Harrow.
A short left from Rubenstein. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Harrow.
Harrow blocks an uppercut.
Harrow fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Harrow throws a punch but it's blocked by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Harrow uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rubenstein scores with a shot to the side of Harrow's head.
Harrow misses with a punch on the inside.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Harrow.
Harrow misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Good body shot from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein lands with a left to the head.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Harrow.
Still in the clinch, Rubenstein scores with a nice short uppercut.
Rubenstein lands with a light punch inside.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rubenstein.
Harrow goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Harrow misses with a body punch.
Harrow misses with the head strike.
#T3#
Harrow blocks an uppercut.
Harrow misses with a body punch.
Rubenstein lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rubenstein lands a hook that snaps the head of Harrow backwards.
Harrow misses with a hook to the ribs.
Harrow blocks an uppercut.
Harrow blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Harrow backwards.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Harrow.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Harrow misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rubenstein scores with a shot to the side of Harrow's head.
Harrow blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Harrow uses good head movement to avoid it.
Harrow lands a nice shot to the body.
Spencer Rubenstein is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Harrow. #T4#
Rubenstein lands with a short head shot on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Harrow uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #TD2#
Harrow ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Harrow no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Rubenstein wants to control from the top but Harrow keeps moving.
Harrow not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Rubenstein has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Harrow to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Rubenstein is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Harrow pulls down on the head and he's put Rubenstein to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:50 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bann Harrow!
A very excited looking Bann Harrow made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
SyFi 114
Date: Oct 12, 2018 |
#R1#
Rubenstein checks a low kick from Sharma.
Sharma throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#CL#
Rubenstein closes the distance and clinches.
Rubenstein jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Sharma walks away with a smile on his face. Rubenstein gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Sharma swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Sharma tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Rubenstein is able to avoid easily.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A slow jab from Rubenstein misses its intended target. #CL#
Rubenstein closes the distance and clinches.
Rubenstein is trying to pull guard but Sharma has him pressed against the cage.
Sharma tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sharma lands a nice uppercut.
Rubenstein's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Rubenstein is trying to pull guard but Sharma has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Spencer Rubenstein. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sharma misses with a body punch.
Sharma throws a punch but it's blocked by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rubenstein fails to pull guard.
Sharma misses with the head strike.
Rubenstein jumps guard but Sharma turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Rubenstein lands with a light punch inside.
Sharma throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Rubensteins head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#BC2#
Sharma breaks the clinch.
#T1#
Sharma uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rubenstein.
Sharma throws a body punch but Rubenstein moves out of range.
As Sharma looks to move away, Rubenstein throws a big counter combo but Sharma just gets out of the way.
Rubenstein throws a hook to the side of Sharma's head but Sharma sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Rubenstein tries to clinch
and Sharma counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Rubenstein misses with a lunging right hand
and Sharma counters with a straight right hand.
Rubenstein tries to clinch up.
Sharma now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Sharma keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rubenstein.
An inside leg kick from Sharma misses.
Rubenstein smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Rubenstein throws a jab when Sharma was well out of range.
Sharma keeps the fight on the outside.
Rubenstein wants to clinch up but Sharma keeps it at a distance.
We've been told by Rubenstein's head coaches at Big Bear Fight Factory that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Sharma on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Sharma throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A swing and a miss from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein avoids the body shot from Sharma.
Nice defenses there by Sharma.
A big left from Sharma misses.
Rubenstein scores with a nice right hand.
Rubenstein is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rubenstein connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sharma. Sharma circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Sharma lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Sharma throws a right hand that misses
and Rubenstein counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rubenstein takes one on the button.
Sharma has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Sharma shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Some wild striking there from Sharma.
Sharma displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rubenstein throws out the jab.
Rubenstein misses with a straight right.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Sharma! But no joy.
Sharma with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Rubenstein to score with a decent uppercut.
Rubenstein jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sharma throws a series of punches but Rubenstein avoids them all with ease.
Sharma throws a combination. Rubenstein tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Rubenstein moves in looking to clinch but Sharma pushes him off.
Sharma throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Rubenstein staying out of range there.
No joy there for Rubenstein, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Sharma throws a nice inside leg kick.
Sharma steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rubenstein.#T3#
Sharma misses with a low kick.
Sharma ducks right into an uppercut from Rubenstein.
Sharma throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sharma tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rubenstein was well out of range. Poor timing from Sharma.
Rubenstein scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Rubenstein tries to clinch up.
Sharma lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Rubenstein throws a big shot that misses.
Sharma tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rubenstein was well out of range. Poor timing from Sharma.
Rubenstein swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Rubenstein thows a left - swing and a miss! #CL#
Rubenstein clinches up with Sharma and pushes him back against the cage.
Sharma misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein jumps guard but Sharma stands there with Rubenstein around his waist. Rubenstein gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Sharma lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Sharma.
Sharma is working Rubenstein over against the cage.
A body shot lands from Sharma.
Sharma 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!
Rubenstein tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#T4#
Rubenstein fails to pull guard.
Rubenstein tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Sharma tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Sharma lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Rubenstein lands with a light punch inside. #BC2#
Sharma breaks from the clinch.
Sharma moves out of range as Rubenstein throws a body kick.
Rubenstein looks to land a left hand but Sharma moved out of range nicely.
Rubenstein misses with an uppercut
and Sharma counters with a nice body shot.
Rubenstein scores with a sloppy right hand. Sharma should have avoided that one.
Sharma misses the shot to the body.
Rubenstein uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sharma.
Sharma scores with a shot to the body.
Rubenstein lands a jab-cross combination.
Rubenstein takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A big right from Rubenstein misses.
Sharma throws a shot from downtown. Rubenstein moves away and avoids it.
Rubenstein avoids the body shot from Sharma.
Sharma waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rubenstein.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Rohith Sharma dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Sharma bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Rubenstein takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sharma uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein tries to clinch but Sharma is having none of it.
Sharma fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Rubenstein throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rubenstein jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A nice side step and Sharma releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Sharma throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sharma needs to keep his hands up - Rubenstein had a free shot at his head there.
Sharma throws a leg kick which misses Rubenstein's front leg but catches the back leg as Rubenstein tries to avoid it.
Sharma throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sharma scores with a nice head shot.
Rubenstein buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Sharma ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rubenstein moves away.
Nice shot by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein checks a leg kick.
Sharma blocks a jab.
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!
Rubenstein misses with a straight left.
Rubenstein moves out of range of the body kick.#T1#
Rubenstein thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sharma misses with a jab, cross combination.
Rohith Sharma seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sharma shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Rubenstein throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Sharma sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Rubenstein throws a looping overhand right but Sharma ducks down to avoid it.
Rubenstein lands a nice shot that snaps Sharma's head back.
Sharma is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Rubenstein rather than just go for the knockout.
Sharma throws an overhand right that lands on Rubenstein's shoulder, as Rubenstein tries to avoid the shot.
Rubenstein jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sharma throws a body shot but no joy.
Rubenstein wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Sharma misses with the combination.
Rubenstein smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Sharma takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Rubenstein, as that shot connected.
Sharma walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Rubenstein is looking to take this fight into the clinch.#T2#
Rubenstein displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rubenstein throws a right and a left that Sharma avoids nicely.
Rubenstein attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Sharma throws a body shot but no joy.
Rubenstein is looking to counter with a body kick.
Rubenstein keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sharma bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sharma keeps the fight on the outside.
Rubenstein throws a hook to the side of Sharma's head but Sharma sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sharma moves into range and connects with a jab.
Sharma displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Rubenstein throws out the jab.
Rubenstein tries to close the distance and clinch but Sharma swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Rubenstein scores with a decent looking hook.
Sharma walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Sharma catches Rubenstein with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Sharma keeps the fight on the outside.
Sharma throws out a counter right but Rubenstein avoids it with no problem.
Rubenstein slips under a jab.
Rubenstein connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Sharma momentarily.
#T3#
Sharma misses with a body shot.
Rubenstein thows a left - swing and a miss!
Rubenstein connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #CL#
Rubenstein closes the distance and clinches.
Sharma swings wildly with an uppercut but Rubenstein uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head punch on the inside from Sharma fails to land.
Rubenstein takes a shot to the head.
Sharma cracks Rubenstein with a nice body shot.
Sharma misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Rubenstein blocks an uppercut.
Rubenstein misses with a punch to the body.
Rubenstein lands a nice uppercut.
Nice body punch from Sharma.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Sharma scores with a shoulder strike.
Sharma lands with a short shot to the head.
Sharma prevents the takedown attempt.
Rubenstein tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Sharma's elbow.
Sharma lands a hook that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!#BC2#
Sharma breaks the clinch.
Sharma keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein needs to keep his hands up - Sharma had a free shot at his head there.
Rubenstein tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Good leg kick by Sharma there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Sharma scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Rubenstein catches Sharma with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Sharma cracks a nice hook into Rubenstein's ribs.
Rubenstein tries to clinch but Sharma moves out of range.
Rubenstein uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sharma.
Rubenstein moves out of range of the body kick.
Sharma throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Sharma just misses with a punch to the body.
Sharma tests Rubenstein's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rubenstein misses with a right hand
and Sharma counters with a body kick that stops Rubenstein in his tracks momentarily.
Sharma motions for Rubenstein to come forward. Sharma throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sharma has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Rubenstein looks to land a left hand but Sharma moved out of range nicely.
Rubenstein takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Rohith Sharma will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Rubenstein's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3#
Sharma thuds his shin into the meat of Rubenstein's side.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Sharma, as that shot connected.
Rubenstein uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sharma.
Sharma throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sharma steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Rubenstein.
A little jabbing left from Sharma on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Sharma ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rubenstein moves away.
Rubenstein swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Rubenstein tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Sharma ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sharma jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Sharma takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Sharma jabs Rubenstein to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Sharma connects with a solid leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rubenstein on the wrong end of a nice jab.
An inside leg kick from Sharma misses.
Sharma stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Rubenstein.
Sharma misses with a hook.
Rubenstein checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Rubenstein throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1#
Rubenstein misses with an uppercut.
Like a baseball bat into the meat of his leg there - nice leg kick by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws a right hand that Sharma ducks under and follows up with a left that Sharma also avoids with ease.
Sharma tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Sharma connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Sharma moves into range and connects with a jab.
Rubenstein fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A big left from Rubenstein misses.
Sharma moves out of range of the strikes.
Rubenstein misses with a left hand
and Sharma connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL#
Rubenstein fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Sharma, pushing him back against the cage.
Rubenstein blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Sharma blocks a body shot from Rubenstein.
Sharma tries to circle away but Rubenstein has him pinned against the cage.
Sharma blocks an uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rubenstein creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Sharma tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sharma working aggressively here.
#T2#
Rubenstein blocks a body shot from Sharma.
Rubenstein looking for a takedown.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Sharma working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Sharma lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Rubenstein or not.
Rubenstein tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Sharma smiles and moves away.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rubenstein looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Rubenstein ducks under a wild hook from Sharma.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Sharma.
Sharma gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Rubenstein looks to land a right hand but Sharma moved out of range.
Sharma slips a straight right by Rubenstein.
Sharma misses with a body shot.
Sharma clobbers Rubenstein with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Rubenstein connects with a body shot that sends Sharma's belly button to the back.
Sharma finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Rubenstein on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Rohith Sharma is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T3#
Rubenstein is looking to clinch.
Sharma moves away from the strike by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
An inside leg kick from Sharma misses.
Rubenstein thows a left - swing and a miss!
A looping hook to the body misses from Sharma. Rubenstein does a little dance to reset his feet.
Rubenstein is looking to counter with head kicks.
Sharma misses with a wild body shot.
Rubenstein clobbers Sharma with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Sharma slips under a jab from Rubenstein.
Sharma feints a counter leg kick.
Rubenstein lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Sharma rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Rubenstein moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Sharma misses the jab.
Rubenstein takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Sharma avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Rubenstein uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sharma.
Rubenstein walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Sharma checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Rubenstein throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Spencer Rubenstein has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Sharma ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Sharma lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Sharma throws a hook but Rubenstein blocks it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sharma throws a push kick but Rubenstein slaps the foot to one side.
Some wild striking there from Sharma.
Rubenstein doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Sharma throws a jab but it's blocked by Rubenstein.
Sharma just misses with a punch to the body.
Sharma will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
A lazy left from Sharma finds it's target.
Sharma misses the shot to the body.
A little feinted left hand from Rubenstein on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Sharma lands a leg kick that knocks Rubenstein off balance momentarily.
Rubenstein throws a hook but Sharma blocks it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rohith Sharma comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Sharma 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 Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 28:29
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 27:30
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Rohith Sharma!
A victorious Rohith Sharma 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:
SyFi 106
Date: Sep 22, 2018 |
#R1#
Lõhmus connects with the punch.#CL2#
Lõhmus gets tackled into the cage by Rubenstein. Rubenstein maintains the clinch.
Rubenstein scores with a shoulder strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lõhmus.
Lõhmus tries to work over Rubenstein's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Lõhmus lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rubenstein lands with a short shot to the head.
Lõhmus tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rubenstein's coach down at Big Bear Fight Factory was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Rubenstein's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Lõhmus creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Lõhmus.
#BC#
Lõhmus manages to break the clinch.
Lõhmus misses with a jab to the body
#CL2#
and Rubenstein moves into the clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Rubenstein.
Lõhmus lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rubenstein lands a body shot in the clinch.
Lõhmus is breathing heavily.
Rubenstein lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Lõhmus backwards.
A right hook to the body lands for Rubenstein.
A short left from Rubenstein. #T1#
Rubenstein scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Rubenstein scores with a shoulder strike.
Rubenstein presses Lõhmus against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Rubenstein pushes Lõhmus back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Lõhmus.
A right hand to the body from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rubenstein lands with a short shot to the head.
A short right from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lõhmus blocking some punches.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Lõhmus uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein presses Lõhmus against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Lõhmus wants to stall.
Lõhmus throws a head punch that misses.
Lõhmus can't break the clinch.
Lõhmus fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein lands with a short shot to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Rubenstein misses with a body punch.
#T2#
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein blocks an uppercut.
Lõhmus blocks an uppercut.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Lõhmus wants to get back to striking at distance but Rubenstein won't allow it.
#BC#
Lõhmus pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Rubenstein keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Rubenstein scores with a crisp jab that stopped Lõhmus in his tracks.
Rubenstein tries to clinch up but Lõhmus circles away and keeps his distance.
Rubenstein thuds his right hand into Lõhmus's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CL2#
Rubenstein clinches. #BC#
Lõhmus escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lõhmus throws a sloppy head kick and Rubenstein moves out of range easily.
Lõhmus throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Rubenstein lands with an uppercut that bounces Lõhmus off the cage and back into range.
Lõhmus lands a nice leg kick that just misses Rubenstein's sensitive parts.
Lõhmus tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Rubenstein is able to avoid easily.
Lõhmus slips a jab from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein doesn't manage to clinch there - Lõhmus circles away.
#T3#
Rubenstein slips under a jab.
Rubenstein steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus throws a jab but it's blocked by Rubenstein.
Lõhmus gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Lõhmus drops his hands momentarily and Rubenstein takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Lõhmus takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Rubenstein drives through and clinches with Lõhmus against the cage.
Lõhmus lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
Rubenstein tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lõhmus's elbow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rubenstein.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lõhmus.
A short body shot lands from Rubenstein as the two fighters clinch.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
#BC#
Lõhmus's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rubenstein cracks Lõhmus with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lõhmus slips a jab from Rubenstein.#CL2#
Rubenstein has Lõhmus up against the cage in a clinch.
Lõhmus blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T4#
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein misses with a hook to the ribs.
Lõhmus swings wildly with an uppercut but Rubenstein uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein gets through Lõhmus's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Rubenstein struggles to land a body shot inside as Lõhmus controls his hands.
Lõhmus misses with a hook to the ribs.
Rubenstein lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Rubenstein as Lõhmus tries to tie him up.
Rubenstein prevents a body shot from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus can't find room to land a body shot as Rubenstein controls the action.
Lõhmus misses with a punch on the inside.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Lõhmus breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
We've been told by Lõhmus's head coaches at AK Beasties that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Lõhmus throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Lõhmus takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Rubenstein tries to clinch but Lõhmus moves out of range.
Lõhmus takes a swing at Rubenstein's ribcage but misses.
Rubenstein throws out a loose jab but Lõhmus uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein moves out of range as Lõhmus strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Spencer Rubenstein dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Rubenstein throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Rubenstein tries to clinch up but Lõhmus circles away and keeps his distance.
Rubenstein just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromLõhmus.
A solid body kick from Lõhmus.
A slow jab from Rubenstein misses its intended target.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Lõhmus uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Rubenstein.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Good shot there by Rubenstein.
Lõhmus misses with a hook.
Rubenstein has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lõhmus jabs at Rubenstein's body.#CL2#
Rubenstein rushes Lõhmus and presses him up against the cage.
Lõhmus blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lõhmus lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Rubenstein tries to throw a body punch but Lõhmus avoids it by throwing Rubenstein back against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Lõhmus.
Rubenstein misses with a body punch.
Nice body punch from Lõhmus.
Lõhmus misses with some punches.
Lõhmus lands a nice uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC#
Lõhmus manages to break the clinch.
Lõhmus throws an overhand right that lands on Rubenstein's shoulder, as Rubenstein tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
Rubenstein clobbers Lõhmus with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Rubenstein tries to clinch up but Lõhmus circles away and keeps his distance.
A cross from Lõhmus lands.
Rubenstein throws a looping overhand right but Lõhmus ducks down to avoid it.
Lõhmus has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Lõhmus there as he acknowledges the shot.
Rubenstein has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Lõhmus.
Rubenstein tries to clinch but Lõhmus moves out of range.
Lõhmus tried to counter with a leg kick but Rubenstein avoided it.#CL2#
Rubenstein takes the fight into the clinch.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Lõhmus can't break the clinch.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Lõhmus lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Rubenstein lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Lõhmus throws a punch but it's blocked by Rubenstein.
Lõhmus doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lõhmus. #T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein. #BC#
Lõhmus breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lõhmus thows a leg kick but Rubenstein checks it
and Rubenstein counters with a stiff right hand.
Lõhmus keeps the fight on the outside.
Rubenstein cracks Lõhmus with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A jab from Lõhmus does it's job there.
Rubenstein scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#CL2#
Rubenstein moves into the clinch successfully.
Rubenstein lands a shoulder strike.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Lõhmus.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lõhmus prevents a body shot from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Lõhmus wants to stall.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lõhmus.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Lõhmus scores with a shoulder strike.
Lõhmus tries to stall but Rubenstein uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
#T3#
Lõhmus is trying to force a seperation but Rubenstein has the dominant position.
Lõhmus looking to stall.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
Rubenstein takes a shot to the head.
Lõhmus misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein tries to throw a body punch but Lõhmus avoids it by throwing Rubenstein back against the cage.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lõhmus tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lõhmus blocks an uppercut.
Rubenstein tries to throw a body punch but Lõhmus avoids it by throwing Rubenstein back against the cage.
Lõhmus blocking some punches.
Rubenstein cracks Lõhmus with a nice body shot.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Lõhmus fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Lõhmus tries to work over Rubenstein's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rubenstein pushes Lõhmus back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#BC#
Lõhmus escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lõhmus misses with an uppercut. Rubenstein saw that one coming.
Rubenstein connects with the punch.#T4#
Lõhmus walks into a jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rubenstein cracks Lõhmus with an open hand slap.
Joosep Lõhmus has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#CL2#
Rubenstein closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Lõhmus has a couple of punches blocked by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Rubenstein scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short right from Rubenstein on the inside.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lõhmus.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lõhmus. #BC#
Lõhmus breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rubenstein lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Rubenstein scores with a one two! Lõhmus had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lõhmus throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Rubenstein tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lõhmus swats him away and circles back towards the center. #CL2#
Rubenstein closes the distance and clinches.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lõhmus is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Spencer Rubenstein showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Lõhmus keeps the fight on the outside.
Lõhmus throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A telegraphed right hand from Rubenstein misses the target.
Good standup being displayed there by Rubenstein as he connects with a hook.
Lõhmus buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Rubenstein darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lõhmus blocks a body shot from Rubenstein.
Lõhmus blocks an uppercut.
Lõhmus working aggressively here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lõhmus.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Rubenstein works on Lõhmus's body with a couple of short punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Lõhmus.
Rubenstein misses with a body punch.
Lõhmus misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein. #T1#
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Lõhmus lands a hook that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
Rubenstein lands a shoulder strike.
Lõhmus can't find room to land a body shot as Rubenstein controls the action.
Rubenstein lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lõhmus swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Lõhmus fails to land.
A nice right hand lands inside from Lõhmus.
Rubenstein working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Rubenstein lands a hook to the side of the head.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Lõhmus uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lõhmus wants to stall.
Lõhmus is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
Lõhmus blocks a body shot from Rubenstein. #T2#
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Rubenstein lands a body punch.
Rubenstein tries a body shot but Lõhmus blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Lõhmus blocking some punches.
Lõhmus blocks an uppercut.
Rubenstein tries a body shot but Lõhmus blocks it.
Rubenstein being controlled against the cage.
Lõhmus misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lõhmus holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Rubenstein working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Rubenstein scores with a nice short uppercut.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short right from Rubenstein on the inside.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land. #T3#
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Lõhmus.
Rubenstein pushes Lõhmus back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Lõhmus uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lõhmus misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rubenstein can't find room to land a body shot as Lõhmus controls the action.
Rubenstein misses with a hook to the ribs.
A nice left hand lands by Lõhmus.
Lõhmus blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right from Rubenstein.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Rubenstein tries to throw a body punch but Lõhmus avoids it by throwing Rubenstein back against the cage.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lõhmus gets through Rubenstein's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rubenstein blocks an uppercut.
Spencer Rubenstein is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Lõhmus throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein misses with a punch to the body.
Lõhmus misses with the head strike.
Rubenstein blocks an uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Lõhmus blocks an uppercut.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Lõhmus blocking some punches.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Rubenstein as Lõhmus tries to tie him up.
Rubenstein misses with a punch to the body.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
Lõhmus misses with some punches.
Rubenstein lands a shoulder strike.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Rubenstein pushes Lõhmus back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Rubenstein lands with a left to the head.
Lõhmus misses with a hook from the clinch.
Lõhmus lands a nice shot to the body.
Lõhmus throws a punch but it's blocked by Rubenstein.
And that's the end of the fight!
Spencer Rubenstein comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Rubenstein has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 27:30
Judge Topper Green scores the fight 27:30
Judge Winston Howard scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Spencer Rubenstein!
A victorious Spencer Rubenstein 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:
SyFi 97
Date: Sep 01, 2018 |
#R1#
Rubenstein doesn't manage to clinch there - Fortune circles away.
Rubenstein waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Fortune.
Rubenstein tries to clinch
and Fortune counters with a left and a right that stings Rubenstein.
Fortune misses with a looping right.
Fortune throws an overhand right that lands on Rubenstein's shoulder, as Rubenstein tries to avoid the shot.
Rubenstein tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Fortune manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Rubenstein fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Fortune manages to avoid it.
Rubenstein tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Fortune counters with a left to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rubenstein will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Rubenstein has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.#T1#
Rubenstein tries to clinch up.
Rubenstein closes the distance looking to clinch
and Fortune counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Rubenstein misses with a left hand
and Fortune counters with a nice uppercut.
Rubenstein tries to clinch but Fortune moves away
and Fortune counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL2#
Rubenstein closes the distance and clinches.
Rubenstein takes a shot to the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Fortune.
Fortune misses with a punch on the inside.
Fortune will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning Rubenstein up against the cage.
I was talking to Fortune's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Fortune blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Rubenstein scores with a nice short uppercut.
Rubenstein works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
#T2#
Fortune looking to slow down the pace here.
Rubenstein blocks an uppercut.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fortune blocking some punches.
Rubenstein working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A left hand lands to the body for Fortune.
Fortune lands a hook that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
Fortune looking to stall.
Fortune tries to stall but Rubenstein uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
#BC#
Fortune breaks from the clinch.
Fortune waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Rubenstein.#CL2#
Rubenstein instigates a clinch.
Fortune is trying to maintain a safe position but Rubenstein gets an underhook and turns Fortune into the cage.
Fortune lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
Rubenstein goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fortune doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Fortune lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#T3#
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#TD2#
Rubenstein jumps guard and drags Fortune to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. #SUB#
Fortune postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Rubenstein is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Fortune, into his guard. #REVB##SUB2#
Rubenstein drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Fortune manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Rubenstein has Fortune in his guard.#REVR#
Fortune in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Fortune controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
Rubenstein looking for a guillotine here but Fortune defends easily.
#T4##SUB2#
Rubenstein is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Rubenstein is looking for a triangle but Fortune pushes his legs off easily.
#SU#
Fortune decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rubenstein looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
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 Richie Fortune 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#
Donk. Rubenstein catches Fortune right on the button with a cross.#CL2#
Rubenstein gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Rubenstein lands a body shot in the clinch.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Fortune.
Fortune misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein tries to throw a body punch but Fortune avoids it by throwing Rubenstein back against the cage.
Rubenstein tries to pull guard but Fortune won't allow it.
Fortune's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
A shot in the inside from Rubenstein. #ROC2#
Fortune is rocked!
Fortune blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
Rubenstein softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Oh Fortune is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Rubenstein lands a hook that snaps the head of Fortune backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rubenstein lands a body shot.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Rubenstein fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#T1#
Rubenstein lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Fortune.
Fortune seems to have got his legs back now.#TD2#
Rubenstein ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Rubenstein no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB2#
Fortune is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Rubenstein has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Fortune is looking to defend but Rubenstein has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Fortune! Rubenstein pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Fortune taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Spencer Rubenstein!
A very excited looking Spencer Rubenstein made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
SyFi 85
Date: Aug 04, 2018 |
#R1#
Destroyer missing with a left hand there. Rubenstein was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Destroyer scores with a nice right hand.
A decent looking cross lands there for Destroyer.
Destroyer moves out of range of the strikes.
Destroyer with a nice cross.
Destroyer paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Destroyer lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Destroyer.
Destroyer lands with an overhand left.
Rubenstein on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nice uppercut lands for Destroyer. That snapped Rubenstein's head back.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Good exchange - Destroyer coming out on top.#CL2#
Rubenstein takes the fight into the clinch.
Rubenstein scores with a shoulder strike.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Rubenstein lands with a light punch inside. #CUT2#
It looks like Pork Destroyer has been cut.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch. #T1#
Destroyer blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Destroyer.
Rubenstein tries to work over Destroyer's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A short body shot lands from Rubenstein as the two fighters clinch.
Rubenstein can't find room to land a body shot as Destroyer controls the action.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Destroyer blocking some punches.
Destroyer blocking some punches.
Rubenstein lands a left hand that snaps the head of Destroyer backwards.
Destroyer is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Rubenstein tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Destroyer smiles and moves away.
#CL2#
Rubenstein rushes Destroyer and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#T2#
Destroyer lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rubenstein lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Destroyer.
A nice left hand lands by Rubenstein.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Still in the clinch, Rubenstein scores with a nice short uppercut.
Rubenstein goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rubenstein lands a nice shot to the body. #TD2#
Rubenstein pulls guard successfully.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rubenstein is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Rubenstein controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T3#
Rubenstein's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SU2#
Rubenstein stands and steps away. Destroyer gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Destroyer on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Destroyer fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#CL2#
Destroyer gets tackled into the cage by Rubenstein. Rubenstein maintains the clinch. #BC#
Destroyer pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL2#
Rubenstein drives through and clinches with Destroyer against the cage.
#TD2#
Rubenstein decides to pull guard. #SUB2#
Destroyer avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Rubenstein working for a triangle but Destroyer defends it easily.
#T4##SUB2#
Rubenstein looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Destroyer is defending well. Rubenstein quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Destroyer has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Rubenstein celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Spencer Rubenstein!
An out of breath Spencer Rubenstein thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
SyFi 73
Date: Jul 07, 2018 |
#R1#
Rubenstein walks into a jab.
Rubenstein tries to close the distance and clinch but Cooley swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Rubenstein takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Cooley lands with a thumping leg kick.
Rubenstein is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Cooley throws a leg kick
and Rubenstein counters with a straight right hand.
Cooley takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CUT2#
It looks like Isaiah Cooley has been cut.#CL2#
Rubenstein has closed the distance and engaged Cooley in a clinch.
Cooley misses with the head strike.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rubenstein can't find room to land a body shot as Cooley controls the action.
Rubenstein lands a hook that snaps the head of Cooley backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cooley.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rubenstein makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Cooley takes a shot to the head.
Rubenstein goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rubenstein prevents a body shot from Cooley.
Rubenstein struggles to land a body shot inside as Cooley controls his hands.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Cooley uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cooley throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Rubensteins head. #T1#
Cooley misses with a punch to the body.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Cooley blocks an uppercut.
Cooley blocking some punches.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rubenstein lands a shoulder strike.
Rubenstein keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Cooley's efforts to push away.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rubenstein.
Cooley throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Rubensteins head.
A left hand lands to the body for Cooley.
Cooley stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Cooley tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rubenstein's elbow.
Cooley lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein lands a hook to the side of the head.
Cooley misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cooley.
A short right from Cooley on the inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Cooley lands with a short shot to the head.
Cooley misses with a body punch.
#T2#
Cooley misses with a body punch.
Cooley misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cooley misses with a punch on the inside.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cooley tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Rubenstein's elbow.
Rubenstein struggles to land a body shot inside as Cooley controls his hands.
Rubenstein lands a hook to the side of the head.
I was talking to Cooley's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
A head punch on the inside from Cooley fails to land.
Cooley swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Cooley lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Rubenstein misses with a punch to the body.
Cooley blocking some punches.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Cooley throws a punch but it's blocked by Rubenstein.
Cooley lands with a left to the head.
Cooley prevents a body shot from Rubenstein.
Cooley blocks a body shot from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein takes a shot to the head.
Cooley blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cooley blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Cooley uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cooley blocks an uppercut.
#T3#
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cooley scores with a hook to the body.
Rubenstein can't find room to land a body shot as Cooley controls the action.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cooley.
Cooley lands a right hand that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
Rubenstein tries a body shot but Cooley blocks it.
Cooley blocking some punches.
Cooley tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Good body shot from Cooley.
Rubenstein blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Cooley scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Cooley throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein takes a shot to the head.
Cooley fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Cooley misses with a punch to the body.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with a body punch.
Cooley blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Cooley has a couple of punches blocked by Rubenstein.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rubenstein creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cooley blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Cooley lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T4#
Cooley misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right from Cooley on the inside.
Cooley digs a right hand underneath Rubenstein's ribcage. Rubenstein let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Rubenstein looks winded!
Cooley lands a right hand.
Cooley lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Cooley has a couple of punches blocked by Rubenstein.
#BC#
Cooley breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Cooley throws an overhand right that lands on Rubenstein's shoulder, as Rubenstein tries to avoid the shot.
Cooley tries to land a leg kick but Rubenstein saw it coming and moves away.
Cooley sets himself, and Rubenstein steps forward looking for the clinch! Cooley avoids it this time.
Rubenstein on the wrong end of a nice hook.#CL2#
Rubenstein clinches.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Cooley.
Rubenstein misses with a punch to the body.
Cooley blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein lands a left hand that snaps the head of Cooley backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cooley.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cooley can't find room to land a body shot as Rubenstein controls the action.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Cooley.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Cooley.
Rubenstein works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
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 Isaiah Cooley will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Isaiah Cooley's cut.
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#
Cooley connects with the punch.#CL2#
Rubenstein has Cooley up against the cage in a clinch.
Cooley lands a left hand.
Cooley throws a punch but it's blocked by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein tries to throw a body punch but Cooley avoids it by throwing Rubenstein back against the cage.
Cooley lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cooley.
Cooley scores with a shot to the side of Rubenstein's head. #BC#
Cooley breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Cooley swinging wildly here.
Rubenstein steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Cooley.
Cooley tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Rubenstein was well out of range. Poor timing from Cooley.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Rubenstein in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cooley swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Cooley. #CL2#
Rubenstein drives through and clinches with Cooley against the cage.
Cooley misses with a hook from the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Cooley blocks an uppercut.
Cooley tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Rubenstein scores with a nice hook to the head.#T1#
Rubenstein blocking some punches.
Rubenstein throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Cooleys head.
Cooley blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein blocks an uppercut.
Cooley lands a hook that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
Rubenstein scores with a nice hook to the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Rubenstein creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Rubenstein misses with a body punch.
Cooley lands with a short shot to the head.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein blocks a body shot from Cooley.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Cooley working aggressively here.
Cooley has had enough of the clinch but Rubenstein keeps him there for the moment.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Cooley.
Rubenstein blocking some punches.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Cooley.
Rubenstein lands a right hand. #CUT2#
Isaiah Cooley's cut is getting worse.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Rubenstein misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T2#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cooley.
Cooley misses with a punch on the inside.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Cooley.
Rubenstein blocks an uppercut.
Rubenstein lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Cooley misses with a punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cooley.
Rubenstein lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Rubenstein lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Rubenstein tries a body shot but Cooley blocks it.
Cooley is working Rubenstein over against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rubenstein.
Cooley blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cooley blocks an uppercut.
Still in the clinch, Cooley scores with a nice short uppercut.
Rubenstein tries to work over Cooley's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Cooley lands a shot to the body.
A short uppercut from Rubenstein.
Cooley blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cooley. #T3#
Cooley can't find room to land a body shot as Rubenstein controls the action.
A short right from Cooley on the inside.
Cooley wants to break free but Rubenstein has control.
Cooley scores with an uppercut up the middle.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
A body shot lands from Cooley.
Rubenstein digs a right hand underneath Cooley's ribcage. Cooley let out a lung full of air as it connected.
A short right from Rubenstein.
Cooley struggles to land a body shot inside as Rubenstein controls his hands.
Rubenstein lands a right hand that snaps the head of Cooley backwards.
Cooley has a couple of punches blocked by Rubenstein.
Cooley softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Cooley blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Cooley doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rubenstein lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Cooley blocking some punches.
Rubenstein lands a hook to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Cooley tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Cooley lands a left hand that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
Cooley throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Rubensteins head.
Cooley swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T4#
Rubenstein blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Cooley.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Cooley uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cooley lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
Cooley tries to throw a body punch but Rubenstein avoids it by throwing Cooley back against the cage.
Rubenstein can't find room to land a body shot as Cooley controls the action.
#BC#
Cooley breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Rubenstein is looking to clinch.
Cooley feints and then cracks Rubenstein's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Rubenstein down.
Cooley just misses with a punch to the body.
Isaiah Cooley seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Cooley swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#CL2#
and Rubenstein counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cooley.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Cooley tries to throw a body punch but Rubenstein avoids it by throwing Cooley back against the cage.
Rubenstein takes a shot to the head.
Cooley misses with some punches.
A short left from Cooley.
Cooley swings away with an uppercut that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Isaiah Cooley will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Isaiah Cooley'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##CL2#
Rubenstein closes the distance and pushes Cooley back into the cage.
Cooley pushes Rubenstein back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Cooley lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Cooley uses good head movement to avoid it.
Cooley lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Rubenstein backwards.
Cooley tries a body shot but Rubenstein blocks it.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Cooley creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Cooley lands a left hand.
Rubenstein lands a hook that snaps the head of Cooley backwards.
Rubenstein doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Cooley misses with some punches.
Rubenstein goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Cooley lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Rubenstein scores with a nice short uppercut.
Cooley swings wildly with an uppercut but Rubenstein uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T1#
Cooley blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
A shot in the inside from Cooley.
Rubenstein blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Cooley blocking some punches.
Rubenstein scores with a hook to the body.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein can't find room to land a body shot as Cooley controls the action.
Cooley lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Rubenstein tries a body shot but Cooley blocks it.
Rubenstein scores with a nice hook to the head.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Cooley working aggressively here.
Rubenstein lands a right hand.
Rubenstein blocks a body shot from Cooley.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cooley.
Cooley tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T2#
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Cooley.
Rubenstein misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Rubenstein lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Cooley scores with a shoulder strike.
A right handed body shot lands from Cooley.
Rubenstein blocks a body shot from Cooley.
Cooley throws a head punch that misses.
Cooley pushes Rubenstein back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
Cooley lands with a right to the head.
Rubenstein takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Cooley has a couple of punches blocked by Rubenstein.
Cooley blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A shot in the inside from Rubenstein.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rubenstein.
A nice left hand lands by Cooley.
Cooley throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Rubensteins head. #T3##BC#
Cooley's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#CL2#
Rubenstein closes the distance and pushes Cooley back into the cage.#BC#
Cooley pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Rubenstein tries to clinch but Cooley is having none of it.
Cooley keeps the fight on the outside.
Cooley avoids a punch combination nicely.
Rubenstein connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #CL2#
Rubenstein clinches up against the cage.
Cooley blocks an uppercut.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Cooley wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Rubenstein has him pressed against the cage.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Cooley.
Rubenstein blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Spencer Rubenstein has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Cooley lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Cooley misses with a hook to the ribs.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
A right handed body shot lands from Cooley.
Cooley pushes Rubenstein back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Rubenstein works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Cooley blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Cooley misses with a short punch on the inside.
Cooley fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Cooley fails to land.
Cooley has a couple of punches blocked by Rubenstein.
A right handed body shot lands from Cooley.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Rubenstein.
Cooley misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein tries to throw a body punch but Cooley avoids it by throwing Rubenstein back against the cage.
A short right from Cooley on the inside.
Rubenstein lands a body shot in the clinch.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Cooley.
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 Isaiah Cooley.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Cooley, 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 Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ron Honeybunn scores the fight 27:30
Judge Steve Erwin scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Isaiah Cooley!
A relieved looking Isaiah Cooley thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
SyFi 63
Date: Jun 15, 2018 |
#R1#
Elliot closes the distance and clinches up with Rubenstein, looking for a takedown. Elliot pushes Rubenstein against the cage but Rubenstein circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Rubenstein scores with a sloppy right hand. Elliot should have avoided that one.
Elliot takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
A slow jab from Rubenstein misses its intended target.
Elliot changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#CL#
Rubenstein moves into the clinch.#BC#
Rubenstein manages to break the clinch.
Rubenstein lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#ROC#
Elliot is rocked!
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Crack! Rubenstein connects with the perfect overhand right and Elliot falls face first to the canvas. Timbeeeeeeeer! Beautiful knockout for Rubenstein!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Spencer Rubenstein!
A very excited looking Spencer Rubenstein 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:
WeInSyd 12
Date: May 16, 2018 |
#R1##CL#
Rubenstein has Thor up against the cage in a clinch.
Thor trying to land knees to the body.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses. #TD2#
Thor pulls guard successfully.
Rubenstein trying to stand up but can't free himself from Thor's guard.#SU#
Rubenstein decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Thor shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Thor is looking to take a break and control but Rubenstein is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Thor missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T1#
Thor is looking to advance position but Rubenstein won't allow it.
Rubenstein wants to get back to his feet.#ES#
Rubenstein pushes Thor off and gets back to his feet.
Rubenstein looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL#
Rubenstein has managed to clinch.
Thor blocking some punches.
Thor content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Thor tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rubenstein.
Thor blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T2#
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Thor blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein misses with a punch to the body.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Thor. #BC2#
Thor's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Rubenstein tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Rubenstein tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Thor paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Spencer Rubenstein is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
Rubenstein rushes Thor and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Rubenstein lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Thor blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Thor.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rubenstein lands a body punch.
Thor lands a nice uppercut.
Thor blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Thor.
#T3#
Thor blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Thor.
Thor tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Rubenstein smiles and moves away.
Spencer Rubenstein has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Grasman Thor.
Nice takedown defense from Rubenstein. No joy for Thor on that attempt.
Thor drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Thor fails with the takedown.
Thor fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
As Thor tries to get set, Rubenstein tries to push him back and clinch up but Thor manages to avoid the attempt.#CL#
Rubenstein clinches up against the cage.
Thor takes a shot to the head.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Thor.
Thor is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#T4#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Thor.
Rubenstein lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Thor backwards.
Thor using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Rubenstein has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Rubenstein scores with a nice hook to the head.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Thor blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rubenstein lands a body punch.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Thor uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein is pressed up against the cage. Thor has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Rubenstein down to the mat. Rubenstein avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Thor tries to close the distance and clinch but Rubenstein swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Rubenstein with a nice cross.
Rubenstein stuffs the takedown attempt from Thor. Thor gets slowly back to his feet.
Rubenstein is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Thor.
Rubenstein tries to clinch but Thor is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Spencer Rubenstein dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##CL#
Rubenstein rushes Thor and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Thor uses good head movement to avoid it.
Spencer Rubenstein has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Thor breaks from the clinch.
Rubenstein tries to clinch up but Thor circles away and keeps his distance.
A lazy left from Rubenstein finds it's target.
Thor keeps the fight on the outside.
Rubenstein fails with an attempt to clinch.
Thor looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Rubenstein is fending him off so far but Thor persists. Nope, Rubenstein circles away and we're back to standing.#CL#
Rubenstein rushes Thor and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thor tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Rubenstein just stands there and leans against the cage.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Thor.
Rubenstein softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Thor tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Spencer Rubenstein has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Grasman Thor.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses. #T1##BC2#
Thor breaks the clinch.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Thor is defended easily by Rubenstein.
A little feinted left hand from Rubenstein on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Rubenstein connects with a right hand. Thor shakes it off.
Spencer Rubenstein seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Rubenstein moves into the clinch.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Rubenstein prevents the takedown attempt.
Rubenstein is pressed up against the cage. Thor has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Rubenstein down to the mat. Rubenstein avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Rubenstein closes the distance looking to clinch
and Thor counters with a nice uppercut.
Rubenstein tries to clinch up.#T2#
Rubenstein is looking to clinch but Thor is avoiding it.
Rubenstein tries to clinch up.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Thor is defended easily by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein wants to clinch up but Thor keeps it at a distance.
Thor fails to land the takedown.#CL#
Rubenstein gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Rubenstein lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Thor.
Rubenstein scores with a hook to the body.
Rubenstein 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.
Thor is breathing heavily.
Rubenstein lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rubenstein lands with a left to the head.
Thor tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Rubenstein just stands there and leans against the cage.#T3#
Thor blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rubenstein misses with a short punch on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein lands a hook that snaps the head of Thor backwards.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Thor can't get the takedown.
Rubenstein tries to throw a body punch but Thor avoids it by throwing Rubenstein back against the cage.
Rubenstein misses with a punch on the inside.
Thor is trying to break free.
Thor has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Rubenstein goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Rubenstein prevents Thor from breaking the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Rubenstein.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
Thor blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rubenstein is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Thor can do to turn this around?
Thor blocking some punches.
A left hand lands to the body for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Thor.
#T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Rubenstein.
Thor wants to take the fight to the mat but Rubenstein manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Thor blocking some punches.
Rubenstein tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Rubenstein misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Thor.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Thor tries to pull guard but Rubenstein forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Thor blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Thor tries to pull guard but Rubenstein holds him up against the cage and eventually Thor drops back down to his feet.
Rubenstein lands a nice shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Thor takes a shot to the head.
Thor jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Rubenstein walks away with a smile on his face. Thor gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Nice sprawl there from Rubenstein as Thor shoots in.#CL#
Rubenstein forces Thor back against the cage and clinches.
Rubenstein scores with a shoulder strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Spencer Rubenstein dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Thor changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Rubenstein tries to avoid it but Thor manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Rubenstein to the ground. Rubenstein escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #CL#
Rubenstein pushes Thor up against the cage in a clinch.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Rubenstein tries to land knees in the clinch but Thor avoids the damage to the body.
Rubenstein working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Thor tries to pull guard but Rubenstein holds him up against the cage and eventually Thor drops back down to his feet.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Thor.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Thor.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Thor.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rubenstein lands with a left to the head.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Thor is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Rubenstein is defending well.
Spencer Rubenstein has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Grasman Thor.
Thor missing with knees to the body.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
#T1#
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Thor is struggling to control the position.#TD2#
Thor is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Rubenstein can't fight it off and eventually Thor manages to take the fight to the floor. Rubenstein looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.#ES#
Rubenstein wriggles free and stands up.
Thor tries to close the distance and clinch up but Rubenstein swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Rubenstein tries to clinch up but Thor circles away and keeps his distance.
Thor tries to counter by closing the distance.
Rubenstein misses with the combination.
Rubenstein is looking to clinch.
Rubenstein wants to clinch up but Thor keeps it at a distance.
Rubenstein tries to close the distance and clinch but Thor swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. #T2#
Rubenstein is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Rubenstein tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #CL#
Rubenstein has closed the distance and engaged Thor in a clinch.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Thor wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Thor.
Rubenstein working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Rubenstein lands a hook to the side of the head.
Thor blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Thor tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Rubenstein keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Thor's efforts to push away.
Nice body punch from Rubenstein.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
#T3#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Thor.
Rubenstein scores with a hook to the body.
Thor takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Thor jumps guard but Rubenstein stands there with Thor around his waist. Thor gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Thor blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Thor blocking some punches.
Rubenstein lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
A left hand lands to the body for Rubenstein.
Rubenstein gets through Thor's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
Thor blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Thor.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Thor uses good head movement to avoid it.
Spencer Rubenstein is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Rubenstein throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Thors head.
Rubenstein cracks Thor with a nice body shot.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Thor.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rubenstein lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rubenstein lands with a light punch inside.
Rubenstein scores with a nice hook to the head.
Thor is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Thor tries to score a body lock takedown but Rubenstein shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Rubenstein is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Grasman Thor has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Rubenstein pushes Thor back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rubenstein scores with a nice hook to the head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Spencer Rubenstein showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Rubenstein 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 Winston Howard scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Hemmingworth scores the fight 30:27
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Spencer Rubenstein!
After winning the bout, Spencer Rubenstein 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:
WeInSyd 8
Date: Apr 18, 2018 |
#R1##CL#
Rubenstein closes the distance and clinches.
Rubenstein digs a right hand underneath Marlow 's ribcage. Marlow let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Marlow .
Rubenstein scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Rubenstein lands with a light punch inside.
Marlow is trying to break the clinch but Rubenstein has him pressed against the cage.
Marlow blocks an uppercut.
Rubenstein lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Marlow tries to pull guard but Rubenstein won't allow it.
Rubenstein lands a left hand.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Marlow .
Rubenstein scores with a shot to the side of Marlow 's head.
Marlow jumps guard but Rubenstein turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Rubenstein stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Marlow looks winded!
Rubenstein lands with a left to the head. #ROC#
Marlow is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Marlow .
Marlow is still on wobbly legs! Can Rubenstein finish him?
Marlow blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Marlow blocks an uppercut.
Marlow wants to take the fight to the mat but Rubenstein manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Spencer Rubenstein has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gordon Marlow .
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Marlow uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein misses with some punches.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Marlow .
Rubenstein working aggressively here.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Marlow looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T1#
Rubenstein throws a head punch that misses.
Marlow blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rubenstein has a couple of punches blocked by Marlow .
Marlow blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Marlow .
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Marlow blocks an uppercut.
Rubenstein swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
Rubenstein fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Rubenstein misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Marlow .
Rubenstein swings wildly with an uppercut but Marlow uses good head movement to avoid it.
Rubenstein throws a punch but it's blocked by Marlow .
Marlow blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Marlow blocking some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Rubenstein fails to land.
Rubenstein misses with the head strike.
Marlow tries to pull guard but Rubenstein won't allow it.
Marlow seems to have recovered his senses.
Rubenstein softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Rubenstein pushes Marlow against the cage. Rubenstein is working some dirty boxing. Rubenstein pushes off with a quick right hook! Marlow goes down! Marlow tries to stand but stumbles back to his kness! Rubenstein moves in to finish and the ref steps in to prevent any more damage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Spencer Rubenstein!
A victorious Spencer Rubenstein thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 16, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Manzo changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Rubenstein looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Rubenstein is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Manzo has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Manzo is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Rubenstein's shoulder. That is not cool.
Rubenstein taking a bit of punishment here - Manzo scoring with strikes.
Rubenstein is being controlled here.
Rubenstein tries to wriggle free to get back to his feet but he's given up his back! Oops.
The referee is taking a good look at Rubenstein as he is on the wrong end of some big shots from Manzo!
Rubenstein is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Rubenstein is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Manzo is throwing strikes from the back here. Oh that last one was to the back of the head. Manzo gets a warning from the referee. He throws another strike to the back of the head straight away though and the referee has seen enough. He breaks up the two fighters and stands them back up. Manzo gets a real talking to here and is lucky not to get a point deducted. Manzo apologises and we restart here on the feet.
Francesco Manzo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Manzo 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.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Manzo forces his way into half guard.
Rubenstein on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T1#
Manzo is figuring out what he wants to do next.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Manzo is nestled in close to Rubenstein, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Manzo tries to pass the half guard into mount. Rubenstein knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Rubenstein tries to kick Manzo off but Manzo keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Manzo controlling the pace.
Manzo scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Manzo not doing much here.
Manzo looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Rubenstein really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Manzo. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Manzo takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Manzo takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Ground and pound from Manzo. #T2#
Still in half guard, Manzo seems content to control.
Manzo lands strikes from half guard.
Manzo lands with a punch from half guard.
Manzo trying to control the pace.
Rubenstein wants to get back to his feet.
Rubenstein is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Manzo scores with a couple of nice shots.
Manzo is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Rubenstein wants to get back to his feet.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Rubenstein is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Manzo lands with a punch from half guard.
Manzo working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
Rubenstein tries to kick Manzo off in order to stand up. Manzo Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control. #T3#
Manzo cracks Rubenstein with a big right hand but Rubenstein just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Manzo lands a decent elbow from side control.
Rubenstein is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Manzo has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Manzo takes a little break here. Rubenstein wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Manzo scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Rubenstein to see if he's OK.
Manzo controls the position.#T4#
Rubenstein wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Rubenstein tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Rubenstein wants to try and get back to his feet.
Manzo pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.
Manzo has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Manzo lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Rubenstein hang on?
Manzo lands a couple of good shots and Rubenstein has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
Manzo has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Rubenstein's body.
Rubenstein trying to get back to his feet but Manzo is in full control for now.
Can Rubenstein hold on?! Manzo is landing more strikes to his hapless foe.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Francesco Manzo dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Manzo walks into a jab.
Rubenstein is looking to clinch but Manzo is avoiding it.
#TD#
Manzo fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Rubenstein to the ground. Manzo is now in Rubenstein's guard.
Manzo postures up and lands a big shot to Rubenstein's brow.
Manzo won't allow Rubenstein to get back to his feet.
Manzo slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T1#
Rubenstein fails in his attempt to clinch.
Manzo fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Rubenstein raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Manzo throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Rubenstein's waist but Rubenstein gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Manzo off to one side.
Manzo misses with a takedown attempt
and Rubenstein counters with a series of strikes. Manzo will be more careful next time no doubt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Francesco Manzo. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Manzo fails with a takedown attempt.
Manzo looks for a takedown but Rubenstein sprawls well.
Manzo shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Rubenstein as he jumps to the side.
Spencer Rubenstein is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Rubenstein tries to clinch up but Manzo circles away and keeps his distance.#TD#
Manzo closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Manzo remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Rubenstein pushes Manzo away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Manzo gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Manzo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Rubenstein can do to turn this around?#T2#
Rubenstein seems a little lost for a moment, as Manzo dominates the positioning.
Manzo working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Francesco Manzo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rubenstein is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Manzo has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Manzo working the body and head with strikes.
Rubenstein takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
Manzo looks up at the clock and then as Rubenstein takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Manzo smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Manzo taking a breather here. #T3#
Manzo scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Rubenstein to see if he's OK.
Rubenstein wants to get back to his feet.
Manzo working the ground and pound.
Manzo working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Rubenstein is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Manzo controls the position.
Manzo cracks Rubenstein with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Manzo prevents Rubenstein from escaping the position.
Rubenstein takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Manzo lands a decent elbow from side control.
Manzo scoring with punches from side control.
Manzo prevents Rubenstein from escaping the position.#T4#
Manzo lands some shots froms side control.
Manzo cracks Rubenstein with a big elbow.
Rubenstein is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Rubenstein is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Manzo working the head and body with strikes.
Manzo grinds an elbow into Rubenstein's temple.
Rubenstein seems a little lost for a moment, as Manzo dominates the positioning.
Manzo's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Manzo scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Rubenstein to see if he's OK.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Manzo looks up at the clock and then as Rubenstein takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Manzo smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Rubenstein bucks up and tries to throw Manzo off but instead Manzo has got his back!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Francesco Manzo dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Rubenstein tries to sprawl but Manzo drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Manzo scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Rubenstein tries to kick Manzo off but Manzo keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Rubenstein on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Manzo prevents Rubenstein from standing back up.
Manzo working the head and body with strikes.
Manzo looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Manzo connects with a nice short shot to Rubenstein's temple.
Rubenstein pushes Manzo off looking to stand but Manzo dives back in and keeps control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Manzo perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Rubenstein is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Manzo scores with a couple of nice shots.
Manzo prevents Rubenstein from standing back up.
Manzo with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T1#
Rubenstein is looking to get back to is feet but Manzo passes into side control.
Manzo lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Rubenstein down.
Manzo landing strikes.
Manzo taking a breather here.
Manzo passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Rubenstein!
Manzo controlling from mount.
Manzo postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Rubenstein looks a forlorn figure.
Rubenstein wants to try and get back to his feet.#T2#
Manzo is landing with some decent strikes but Rubenstein is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Manzo landing shots from mount.
Manzo controlling from mount.
Manzo could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Rubenstein is trying to get back to his feet but can't.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Manzo cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Manzo looking to finish Rubenstein with some ground and pound. This is bad for Rubenstein!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rubenstein wants to try and get back to his feet.
Manzo sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Manzo pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#ROC#
Rubenstein is rocked!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Manzo cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Rubenstein is still in real trouble! Can Manzo finish him?#T3#
Manzo fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Manzo unloads with some vicious shots from mount and Rubenstein wants out - he looks towards the referee who steps in to save him! Manzo celebrates on the cage and the crowd goes wild!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:24 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Francesco Manzo!
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