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by Play - Fighter's Fight Commentary
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Event:
Grunge 35: Sub Pop
Date: Feb 20, 2021 |
#R1#
Limbaugh is trying hard to land a takedown here. Cha sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Cha fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Limbaugh.
Limbaugh tries a head kick but it misses.
Cha throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Cha misses the shot to the body.
Limbaugh shoots in but no luck this time.
Cha keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Limbaugh.
Limbaugh on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A slow jab from Limbaugh misses its intended target.
Cha leaves Limbaugh with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Tae Shik Cha has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lester Limbaugh.
Limbaugh staying out of range there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Limbaugh throws a jab but it's blocked by Cha.
Cha sizes up Limbaugh with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
A clash of legs there as Cha blocks the low kick.
Cha seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Cha fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Limbaugh manages to avoid it.
Limbaugh uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Cha.
#T1#
Cha thumps Limbaugh with a low kick.
A leg kick checked by Cha.
Cha misses the shot to the body.
Limbaugh fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Cha.
Limbaugh misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Cha scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Limbaugh throws a hook but Cha avoids it easily.
Cha throws a right and a left that both miss.
Lester Limbaugh seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Limbaugh looks for a takedown but Cha sprawls well.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Cha, as that shot connected.
Cha works Limbaugh's body with a nice hook.
A chopping leg kick lands by Cha.
A big right from Cha misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Cha throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Limbaugh sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Cha paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T2#
Limbaugh throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Cha.
Limbaugh staying out of range there.
Cha checks the leg kick nicely there.
Limbaugh takes one to the chin there.
Cha throws out a leg kick but Limbaugh moves out of range and Cha only half commits.
Limbaugh tries to counter by closing the distance.
Cha lands a nice shot that snaps Limbaugh's head back.
Limbaugh connects with a body shot.
Limbaugh throws a head kick but Cha moves out of range.
Cha swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Cha misses with a hook.
Cha throws out a loose jab but Limbaugh uses good head movement to avoid it. #CL#
Cha moves into the clinch.
Cha throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Limbaughs head.
Limbaugh cracks Cha with a nice body shot.
Cha lands a hook to the side of the head.
Cha misses with the head strike.
Cha misses with a punch to the body.
#T3#
Cha lands with a right to the head.
Cha tries to throw a body punch but Limbaugh avoids it by throwing Cha back against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Cha creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Cha fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A nice right hand lands inside from Cha.
Cha lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Limbaugh.
Cha throws a punch but it's blocked by Limbaugh.
Cha tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Limbaugh's elbow.
Cha misses with the head strike.
Cha working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A nice right hand lands inside from Cha. #TD2#
Limbaugh pulls Cha into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cha throwing strikes from guard but Limbaugh blocks nicely.
Cha is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Cha has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Cha preventing the sweep. #T4#
Cha showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Cha looking to pass the guard.
Cha slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Cha has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Limbaugh is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Cha throws a big elbow that misses.
Cha trying to control but Limbaugh is working from the bottom.
Cha showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Cha won't allow Limbaugh to sweep him here.
Cha trying to control the position from guard on top but Limbaugh is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cha controls from within his opponent's guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tae Shik Cha dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Limbaugh has managed to clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Cha. #TD2#
Limbaugh ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Limbaugh no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard. #SUB2#
Limbaugh has his foot on Cha's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Cha works his way back into a safe position though.
Cha wants to control from the top but Limbaugh keeps moving.
Cha not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Cha preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Limbaugh keeping moving, preventing Cha from controlling successfully.
Cha showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Cha looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Limbaugh is pulling down on Cha's head. It's preventing any offense from Cha, at least for the moment.
Limbaugh not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Limbaugh looking to hit a scissor sweep but Cha is one step ahead there.
Limbaugh keeping moving, preventing Cha from controlling successfully.
Cha is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Limbaugh keeping moving, preventing Cha from controlling successfully.
Cha showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Cha throws a shot from downtown. Limbaugh moves away and avoids it.
Cha lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A swing and a miss from Limbaugh.
Cha is looking to counter punch.#T2#
Cha is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Limbaugh.
A little jabbing left from Limbaugh on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nice defenses there by Cha.
Cha throws a hook but Limbaugh avoids it easily.
Limbaugh looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Cha waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Limbaugh.
Tae Shik Cha is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Cha avoids the body shot from Limbaugh.
Cha is looking to counter punch.
Limbaugh throws a low kick but Cha moves out of range easily.
No joy there for Limbaugh, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
We've been told by Cha's head coaches at Gonzasco Hydropathy that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Limbaugh steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Cha.
Limbaugh misses with an attempted mid kick.
Cha lands with a straight right. Limbaugh didn't see that one coming.
Cha misses with an uppercut.
Cha slips a jab and a cross from Limbaugh.
Cha takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cha scores with a nice right hand.
Cha scores with a leg kick.
Limbaugh ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T3#
Cha throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Limbaugh lands with a cross.
Tae Shik Cha is winning the standup battle so far.
Cha throws a low kick, looking for Limbaugh's leg but Limbaugh calmly moves out of range.
Limbaugh walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Cha checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Cha swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Cha throws a right and a left that Limbaugh avoids nicely.
Left hook, right uppercut from Cha.
Limbaugh displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Cha throws out the jab.
Limbaugh throws a looping overhand right but Cha ducks down to avoid it.
Cha scores with a decent looking hook.
Cha with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Limbaugh to score with a decent uppercut.
Cha connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Limbaugh momentarily.
#ROC#Limbaugh is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#TD2#
Limbaugh scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Cha is trying to control but can't.
Cha wants to get back to full guard.#T4#
Cha is looking to control Limbaugh's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Cha avoid being mounted?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Cha is looking to improve his position.
Limbaugh lands strikes from half guard.
Limbaugh throwing shots but Cha is blocking nicely.
Limbaugh is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Cha wants to get back to full guard.
Cha is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Limbaugh's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Limbaugh's back!
Cha slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Limbaugh is in bad spot here.
Cha controls the position.
Cha trying to control.
Limbaugh is trying to remain composed but Cha is hammering down strikes to the side of his head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tae Shik Cha dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Limbaugh takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Cha uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Limbaugh.
Cha jabs Limbaugh right on the nose. Limbaugh blinks but takes it well.
Limbaugh dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Cha. That did some damage!#TD2#
Limbaugh drives through with a takedown into Cha's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Cha seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Cha looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Cha is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Limbaugh can do to turn this around?
Limbaugh throwing strikes but missing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Limbaugh trying to control but Cha is working from the bottom.
Limbaugh working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Cha pulls Limbaugh in close to prevent any damage. #T1#
Lester Limbaugh has got the better of the ground game so far.
Cha manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Limbaugh manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Cha seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB2#
Limbaugh has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Cha can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Limbaugh working a defensive guard here.
Limbaugh is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Cha looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Limbaugh has his foot on Cha's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Cha works his way back into a safe position though.
Cha trying to control but Limbaugh is working from the bottom. #T2#
Cha looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Limbaugh is trying to keep Cha in close.
Cha postures up in Limbaugh's guard and throws a big left but Limbaugh blocks it.
Cha looking to pass the guard.
Cha preventing the sweep.
Limbaugh keeping moving, preventing Cha from controlling successfully.
Cha engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Limbaugh keeping full guard, as Cha tries to pass.
Cha slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#T3#
Cha takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Cha blocks a leg kick.
The fighters circling - Limbaugh throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Limbaugh looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A good leg kick by Cha.
Cha tries to close the distance and clinch up but Limbaugh swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Cha dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Limbaugh throws a leg kick but Cha sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Limbaugh throws a big shot that misses.
Limbaugh slips under a jab from Cha.
Limbaugh swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Limbaugh takes a swing at Cha's ribcage but misses.
Limbaugh connects with a jab.
Cha throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Limbaugh looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T4#
Limbaugh blocks a head kick by Cha.
A left lands for Cha.
Cha connects with a right hand. Limbaugh shakes it off.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Cha connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Lester Limbaugh has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Cha slips a straight right by Limbaugh.
Limbaugh feints and then cracks Cha's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Cha down.
Limbaugh jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Limbaugh throws a lazy right hand but Cha sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Limbaugh changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Cha slips under a jab.
Cha tried to counter with a leg kick but Limbaugh avoided it.
Cha checks a leg kick nicely.
Limbaugh misses with a straight left.
Cha connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Limbaugh throws a poor cross that misses
#KD#
and Cha counters with a crisp one two that drops Limbaugh! Cha thinks about following him to the mat for a moment but instead steps back and waves Limbaugh to his feet! Limbaugh is in big trouble!
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Lester Limbaugh.
I think Cha 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tae Shik Cha!
Tae Shik Cha was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
SMASH: Orochi vs Granger
Date: Sep 19, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Limbaugh throws a leg kick but Simpson moved away.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Simpson! But no joy.
Limbaugh keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jab from Limbaugh.
Limbaugh with a poor takedown
and Simpson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Simpson misses with a body shot.
Limbaugh fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Simpson is out of range.
Simpson misses with a straight right.
Limbaugh thumps Simpson with a low kick.
Limbaugh throws a looping overhand right but Simpson ducks down to avoid it.
Limbaugh slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
We've been told by Limbaugh's head coaches at Dark Horse MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simpson scores with a jab to the jaw.
Lester Limbaugh seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nice uppercut there from Limbaugh.
Limbaugh staying out of range there.
Limbaugh misses with a straight right.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Limbaugh's corner calls for a 1-2. Limbaugh obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T1#
Limbaugh throws a low kick but it's checked well by Simpson.
Simpson throws out a counter right but Limbaugh avoids it with no problem.
Limbaugh throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
An inside leg kick from Limbaugh misses.
Simpson throws a jab but it's blocked by Limbaugh.
Simpson avoids the body shot from Limbaugh.
It seemed like Simpson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL#
Limbaugh has Simpson up against the cage in a clinch.
Simpson misses with a hook from the clinch.
Simpson stops a takedown attempt from Limbaugh.
Simpson prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lester Limbaugh. That's going to take a lot out of him.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Simpson.
Simpson lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Simpson gets underhooks to prevent Limbaugh's takedown attempt.
Simpson throws a punch but it's blocked by Limbaugh.
Simpson misses with a short punch on the inside.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as Limbaugh takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life. #T2##BC2#
Simpson pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Simpson misses with a straight right.
Limbaugh lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Simpson circles away quickly and effectively.
Simpson has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Limbaugh finds it's way round the side to connect with Simpson's head. #TD#
Simpson gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Limbaugh to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Limbaugh stops Simpson from standing up.
Limbaugh throwing strikes but missing.
Limbaugh is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Simpson preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #T3#
Limbaugh advances to half guard. #SUB#
Limbaugh is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Simpson sees it coming and defends easily.
Limbaugh is taking a breather. Simpson says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Simpson trying to control here.
Simpson is not content to let Limbaugh control the position.#SUB#
Limbaugh looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Simpson really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Limbaugh. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Simpson is refusing to be controlled, as Limbaugh sits in half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Limbaugh is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Limbaugh trying to control from half guard but Simpson is working away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lester Limbaugh dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Limbaugh tries to close the distance and clinch up but Simpson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Simpson throws out a counter right but Limbaugh avoids it with no problem.
Limbaugh fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Simpson manages to avoid it.
Limbaugh 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.
Limbaugh closes the distance and clinches up with Simpson, looking for a takedown. Limbaugh pushes Simpson against the cage but Simpson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Simpson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Limbaugh!
Simpson throws a hook but Limbaugh avoids it easily.
Limbaugh throws a series of punches but Simpson moves out of range.
Limbaugh fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Simpson manages to avoid it.
Simpson looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lester Limbaugh is winning the standup battle so far.
A jab from Limbaugh does it's job there.
Limbaugh tries to close the distance and clinch up but Simpson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simpson looks to throw the jab but Limbaugh is out of range.
Limbaugh throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Limbaugh tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Simpson paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Simpson looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Simpson moves out of range of the leg kick from Limbaugh.
Simpson looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Simpson misses with a hook.
Simpson misses with a looping right.
Limbaugh bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Simpson's head backwards.
Limbaugh tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Nice uppercut lands for Limbaugh. That snapped Simpson's head back.
A lazy body kick from Limbaugh
and Simpson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Limbaugh throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A little jabbing left from Simpson on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Limbaugh misses with the combination.
That kick from Limbaugh tenderised Simpson's leg. Simpson is trying to keep his angry face on.
Richie Simpson is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Limbaugh dives in and grabs Simpson's left leg, looking for a takedown. Simpson pushes down on Limbaugh's head and hops out.
Simpson throws out a counter right but Limbaugh avoids it with no problem.
Simpson misses with a hook
and Limbaugh connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T2#
Simpson throws out a loose jab but Limbaugh uses good head movement to avoid it.
Simpson blocks a head kick by Limbaugh.
Limbaugh thows a leg kick but Simpson checks it
and Simpson counters with a stiff right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Limbaugh goes for a double leg but Simpson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Simpson continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lester Limbaugh. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Limbaugh lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Limbaugh fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Limbaugh fails with the takedown
and Simpson cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Limbaugh slips a straight right by Simpson.
Limbaugh is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Simpson can do to turn this around?
Simpson misses with a lunging right hand
and Limbaugh counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Simpson takes a swing at Limbaugh's ribcage but misses.
Limbaugh throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Simpson throws a hook but Limbaugh blocks it.
The fighters circling - Limbaugh throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T3#
A telegraphed right hand from Limbaugh misses the target.
Limbaugh misses the body punch
and Simpson connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Limbaugh ducks under a wild hook from Simpson.
Limbaugh shoots in for a double leg but Simpson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
It seemed like Simpson was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#CL#
Simpson tries to keep at a distance but Limbaugh has taken the fight into the clinch.
Simpson fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Limbaugh's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Simpson throws a head punch that misses.
Simpson lands a body punch in the clinch.
Limbaugh swings wildly with an uppercut but Simpson uses good head movement to avoid it.
Simpson lands with a left to the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Simpson.
Simpson lands a shoulder strike. #T4#
Simpson lands with a left to the head.
Limbaugh misses with some punches.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Limbaugh misses with an elbow strike.
Simpson lands a left hand that snaps the head of Limbaugh backwards.
Simpson blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Limbaugh lands a shoulder strike.
Richie Simpson seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#BC#
Limbaugh breaks the clinch.
Limbaugh throws a chopping leg kick but Simpson manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Simpson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Simpson 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.
Good leg kick by Limbaugh.
Limbaugh connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Limbaugh throws a low kick but Simpson avoids it.
Limbaugh fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Limbaugh throws an off balance right hand
and Simpson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Limbaugh smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Simpson throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Limbaugh sees it coming and avoids it easily.
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 Lester Limbaugh will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Limbaugh moves out of range as Simpson strikes.
Limbaugh shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Simpson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Limbaugh fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Limbaugh gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Limbaugh lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Simpson circles away quickly and effectively.
Limbaugh slips a straight right by Simpson.
Simpson staying out of range there.
Simpson lands a really nice looking cross but Limbaugh seems unphased.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Simpson gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Limbaugh.
Limbaugh misses with an attempted mid kick.
Limbaugh looks to throw the jab but Simpson is out of range.
Simpson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Simpson swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Limbaugh misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Limbaugh throws a sloppy body shot
and Simpson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Limbaugh throws a sloppy head kick
and Simpson counters with a straight right hand.
Limbaugh misses with an uppercut
and Simpson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Limbaugh on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#ROC2#Limbaugh is rocked!
A cross from Limbaugh lands.
Simpson throws a lazy right hand but Limbaugh sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Simpson circles away from the clinch attempt
and Simpson counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Limbaugh uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Simpson.
Simpson moves out of range as Limbaugh strikes.
A countering left hand to the body from Simpson misses.
Limbaugh throws a body punch but Simpson moves out of range.
Richie Simpson has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Limbaugh misses with a leg kick
and Simpson counters with a nice uppercut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Some wild striking there from Limbaugh.
Sloppy strikes from Limbaugh. Those never looked like landing.
Simpson takes one to the side of the head.
Limbaugh moves away from the strike by Simpson.
Limbaugh appears to be looking for a big counter.
Simpson staying out of range there.
Limbaugh fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Limbaugh defending well as Simpson loads up on a big left hand.
Simpson throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Limbaugh tries to score with a low kick but Simpson moves his leg out of the way.#T3#
Simpson waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Limbaugh.
Simpson lunges at Limbaugh with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Limbaugh's hand.
A low kick from Limbaugh is predictable there #KD2#
and Simpson counters with a crisp right hand that drops Limbaugh! Simpson lets Limbaugh back up to his feet, looking for a finish!
Oh Limbaugh is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Limbaugh looks to clinch
and Simpson counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A big right from Limbaugh misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Limbaugh defending well as Simpson loads up on a big left hand.
Simpson takes one on the button.
Limbaugh seems to have got his legs back now.
Simpson throws a right hand that misses
and Limbaugh counters with a nice uppercut.
Simpson throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Limbaugh throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Simpson's waist but Simpson gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Limbaugh off to one side.
Simpson swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lester Limbaugh. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Limbaugh darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Simpson is refusing to be controlled, as Limbaugh sits in half guard. #T4##SUB2#
Simpson actively working from the bottom here.
Limbaugh stalling.
Simpson is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Limbaugh scores with a couple of nice shots.
Lester Limbaugh is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Limbaugh is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB2#
Simpson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Richie Simpson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Limbaugh 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 Wesley Smith scores the fight 29:28
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lester Limbaugh!
Lester Limbaugh gave a mention to UnderGround Supplements in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
SMASH: Lacplesis vs Kluba
Date: Aug 22, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2#
Limbaugh pushes Loco up against the cage in a clinch.
Limbaugh scores with a shot to the side of Loco's head.
Limbaugh taking a breather.#BC2#
Limbaugh manages to break the clinch.
Lester Limbaugh seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Limbaugh drives through with a takedown into guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Limbaugh working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Loco wants to sweep here but Limbaugh controlling him for the moment.
Loco controls Limbaugh momentarily but Limbaugh frees himself. #SUB#
Loco is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Limbaugh defends well.
Limbaugh stopping the sweep attempt from Loco.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Limbaugh is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #SUB#
Limbaugh got a little sloppy there for a moment and Loco has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Limbaugh has managed to get both his arms back between Loco's legs - danger averted.
Limbaugh wants to control from the top but Loco keeps moving. #T1#
Loco is trying to control the position but Limbaugh postures up. #SUB#
Loco working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Limbaugh doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Limbaugh manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Limbaugh with a nice head shot there.
Limbaugh throws a big elbow that misses.
Loco looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Limbaugh trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Loco working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Limbaugh doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Limbaugh manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Limbaugh thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Limbaugh working some strikes from top position.#T2##SUB#
Loco had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Limbaugh defends it easily.
Loco seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Limbaugh not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Limbaugh tries to free his leg and advance position but Loco is retaining full guard.
Limbaugh is working Loco over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Limbaugh trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Loco throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Limbaugh throwing strikes from guard but Loco blocks nicely.
Loco lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T3#
Loco postures up.
#SUB2#
Limbaugh is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Loco defends well.#SUB2#
Limbaugh looking for a guillotine here but Loco defends easily.
Loco throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Limbaugh tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Limbaugh can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Loco controls the pace.
Loco wants to control from the top but Limbaugh keeps moving. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Loco is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Loco trying to control but Limbaugh is working from the bottom.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Loco won't allow Limbaugh to sweep him here. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Limbaugh darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #TD#
Loco throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Limbaugh was covering up waiting for the punch and Loco finishes the takedown easily into guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lester Limbaugh dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##CL2#
Limbaugh drives through and clinches with Loco against the cage.
Limbaugh has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Loco tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Limbaugh smiles and moves away.
Loco moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Limbaugh lands with a good body shot.
Loco has a takedown stuffed.
Loco has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#CUT2#It looks like Mono Loco has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Loco slips under a jab from Limbaugh.
Loco looks for a takedown but Limbaugh sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Limbaugh fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.#T1#
Loco uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Limbaugh.
Mono Loco is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Limbaugh uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Loco has time to react.
Limbaugh tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Loco was well out of range. Poor timing from Limbaugh.
Loco takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Loco takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Limbaugh lands with a straight right. Loco didn't see that one coming.
Loco shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Limbaugh defends it nicely.
Limbaugh throws a right and a left that both miss.
Loco checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Limbaugh throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Limbaugh misses with a series of wild punches.
#T2#
Limbaugh jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Loco enables Limbaugh to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Loco manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Limbaugh missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Limbaugh controls from within his opponent's guard.
Limbaugh is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Loco is looking for a triangle but Limbaugh pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Loco is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Limbaugh lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Limbaugh trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Loco trying to control the position.
#T3##SUB#
Loco working for a triangle but Limbaugh defends it easily.
Limbaugh stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Loco swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Limbaugh trying to control but Loco is working from the bottom.
Limbaugh working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Loco's head.
Limbaugh is in close to Loco's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Limbaugh is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Limbaugh got a little sloppy there for a moment and Loco has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Limbaugh has managed to get both his arms back between Loco's legs - danger averted.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Limbaugh throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB#
Loco is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Limbaugh defends well.
Limbaugh working some strikes from top position.
Limbaugh stopping the sweep attempt from Loco.
Limbaugh scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Loco working for a triangle but Limbaugh defends it easily.
Loco looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Loco is working hard here to advance position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lester Limbaugh showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Mono Loco's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Loco will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Loco looks for a takedown but Limbaugh sprawls well.
Loco shoots in and drives through. Limbaugh sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mono Loco. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Loco has his takedown stuffed
and Loco takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Loco is trying hard to land a takedown here. Limbaugh sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Loco is defended easily by Limbaugh.
Loco shoots in for a takedown but Limbaugh shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice cross by Limbaugh.
Limbaugh scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Limbaugh uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#TD2#
Limbaugh scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Loco can't do much from the bottom here. #T1#
Loco takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Limbaugh landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
Limbaugh gets to mount! Loco was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. #SUB2#
Limbaugh is working for a guillotine from mount but Loco frees his head quite easily.
Limbaugh controlling from mount.
Limbaugh with shots to the head and body - Loco looks very uncomfortable down there.
Loco is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Limbaugh putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!#T2#
Limbaugh looking to control but Loco is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Limbaugh unloading with bombs!
Limbaugh scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Loco?
Limbaugh landing strikes, looking to finish!
Loco regains half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Loco avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Limbaugh.
Limbaugh is thwarting Loco's attempts to control the position.
Limbaugh seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Loco does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Loco taking some punishment here, with Limbaugh in his half guard.
Limbaugh is nestled in close to Loco, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#SUB#
Loco is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Limbaugh pulls his head out easily. #T3#
Loco trying to control but Limbaugh postures up.
Limbaugh is keen to just control but Loco is a slippery customer.
Loco is trying to control but can't.
Limbaugh takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Loco gets full guard.
Lester Limbaugh has got the better of the ground game so far.
Limbaugh lands a couple of elbows.
Loco wants to hit a sweep here but Limbaugh passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Loco there!
Limbaugh controlling from the full mount.
Loco is looking to get to half guard.
Limbaugh lands a heavy elbow. #T4#
Loco is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Limbaugh trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Limbaugh is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Limbaugh with a couple of short strikes.
BOOM! Limbaugh connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Lester Limbaugh is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Limbaugh avoids the attempt from Loco to control.
Limbaugh looking to control but Loco is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Loco is controlling an arm, preventing Limbaugh from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lester Limbaugh comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Limbaugh 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 26:30
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight 26:30
Judge Stewart Dunkirk scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lester Limbaugh!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Lester Limbaugh made sure he mentioned UnderGround Supplements, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
SMASH: Klos vs Camara 2
Date: Aug 01, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Limbaugh finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
#TD#
Limbaugh shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Limbaugh prevents Barbosa from improving his position.#SUB#
Limbaugh is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Barbosa doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Limbaugh.
Limbaugh looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Barbosa with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Barbosa tries to get to full guard but Limbaugh has control of the leg.
Barbosa is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Limbaugh's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Limbaugh's back!#T1##SUB2#
Barbosa has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Limbaugh has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Barbosa keeps control of the position as Limbaugh tries to break free.
#SUB2#
Barbosa is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but Limbaugh won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Barbosa off his unconscious opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Caio Barbosa!
Caio Barbosa gave a mention to Top Gun Nutrition in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
SMASH: McDonnell vs Klos
Date: Jul 11, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Limbaugh with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Limbaugh fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Dilbrandt feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Limbaughs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
A punch combination from Limbaugh misses.
A telegraphed right hand from Limbaugh misses the target. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Limbaugh.
Dilbrandt can't do much from the bottom here.
Dilbrandt tries to bench press Limbaugh off him but Limbaugh keeps the position.
Dilbrandt is working hard here to advance position.
Dilbrandt regains half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dilbrandt is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Limbaugh is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Dilbrandt doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Limbaugh. #T1##SUB2#
Limbaugh seems to be working for a kimura but Dilbrandt defends the submission attempt.
Dilbrandt's coaches at Doc Dannis Death Squad have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Dilbrandt is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Limbaugh's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Limbaugh's back!
Limbaugh tries to break free.
Limbaugh trying to control the hands but Dilbrandt breaks the grip.
Limbaugh felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Limbaugh rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Dilbrandt trying to control the action but Limbaugh is working from the bottom.
Limbaugh wants to control but Dilbrandt is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2#
Dilbrandt stalling.
Limbaugh wants to get back to full guard but Dilbrandt has mounted him!
Limbaugh sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Dilbrandt is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Limbaugh wants to control but Dilbrandt is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Dilbrandt sitting and controlling from the half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dilbrandt wants to take a breather but Limbaugh is having none of it.
Dilbrandt trying to pass the guard but Limbaugh defending well. #T3#
Dilbrandt wants to control but Limbaugh is keeping him busy.
Limbaugh slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Dilbrandt preventing the sweep.
Limbaugh controls Dilbrandt momentarily but Dilbrandt frees himself.
Limbaugh controlling Dilbrandt's posture.
Dilbrandt pushes down on Limbaugh's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Dilbrandt sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Limbaugh defending well though.
Dilbrandt is taking a breather. Limbaugh says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Limbaugh is trying to maintain the position but Dilbrandt is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Limbaugh actively working from the bottom here.
Dilbrandt is thwarting Limbaugh's attempts to control the position.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Limbaugh controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Dilbrandt tries to pass the half guard into mount. Limbaugh knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dilbrandt trying to control the action but Limbaugh is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Limbaugh tries to close the distance and clinch up but Dilbrandt swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Dilbrandt throws a counter high kick but Limbaugh was just alert enough to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Lester Limbaugh will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Dilbrandt scores with a jab to the body.
Limbaugh shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Dilbrandt pinned against the cage. Dilbrandt gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Limbaugh misses with a hook
and Dilbrandt counters with a nice uppercut.
Limbaugh checks a leg kick.
Limbaugh doesn't manage to clinch there - Dilbrandt circles away.
Limbaugh swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Dilbrandt counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Limbaugh changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Dilbrandt tries to avoid it but Limbaugh manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Dilbrandt to the ground. Dilbrandt escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Dilbrandt keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Limbaugh.
Dilbrandt tries a head kick but it misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Limbaugh throws a body shot but no joy.
Limbaugh waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dilbrandt.
The fighters circle momentarily. Dilbrandt darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Limbaugh ducks under a wild hook from Dilbrandt.
Limbaugh now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Limbaugh dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Dilbrandt. That did some damage!#T1#
Dilbrandt defending well as Limbaugh loads up on a big left hand.
Dilbrandt clobbers Limbaugh with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Limbaugh showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dilbrandt checks the leg kick nicely there.
Limbaugh connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dilbrandt momentarily.
Limbaugh misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Dilbrandt feinted with a counter takedown.
Limbaugh takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Limbaugh fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A swing and a miss from Limbaugh.
Limbaugh throws a front kick aimed at Dilbrandt's knee but Dilbrandt avoids it well.
Dilbrandt feinted with a counter takedown.
Limbaugh looks to throw the jab but Dilbrandt is out of range.
Nice shot by Dilbrandt.
Domonic Dilbrandt is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dilbrandt showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Limbaugh.
Dilbrandt fires out a quick counter leg kick but Limbaugh just manages to avoid it.#T2#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dilbrandt swinging wildly here.
Limbaugh misses with an attempted mid kick.
Dilbrandt attempts a counter takedown but Limbaugh avoids it well and moves away.
Limbaugh is looking to score with low kicks.
Dilbrandt bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A swing and a miss from Dilbrandt.
Limbaugh throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Dilbrandt throwing a counter right hand but Limbaugh manages to avoid it.
Dilbrandt avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Limbaugh wants to clinch up but Dilbrandt keeps it at a distance.
Dilbrandt throws a sloppy head kick and Limbaugh moves out of range easily.
Limbaugh attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Lester Limbaugh seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Limbaugh misses with a leg kick.
Dilbrandt throws the kick towards the body but Limbaugh avoids it.
Limbaugh throws a looping overhand right but Dilbrandt ducks down to avoid it. #T3#
Limbaugh throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Limbaugh is looking to clinch but Dilbrandt is avoiding it.
Domonic Dilbrandt is winning the standup battle so far.
Dilbrandt moves out of range of the leg kick from Limbaugh.
An inside leg kick lands from Dilbrandt.
Limbaugh throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Limbaugh misses with a combination
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Dilbrandt throws the left hand but Limbaugh avoids the punch easily.
Dilbrandt scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Limbaugh tries for a takedown but Dilbrandt circles away easily
and Dilbrandt counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Domonic Dilbrandt has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lester Limbaugh.
Dilbrandt lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Limbaugh shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Limbaugh lands with a right hand.
Dilbrandt's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Dilbrandt duly obliges. #T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Limbaugh throws a jab when Dilbrandt was well out of range.#KD#
Oooooh!!! Dilbrandt has knocked Limbaugh down with a huge combo! Dilbrandt steps away and waves a wobbly Limbaugh back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#Limbaugh is rocked!
Limbaugh throws a right and a left that both miss.
Limbaugh is still on wobbly legs! Can Dilbrandt finish him?
Limbaugh takes a kick to the body and keeps moving.
Limbaugh seems to have recovered his senses.
Nice sprawl there from Dilbrandt as Limbaugh shoots in.
Limbaugh is breathing heavily.
Dilbrandt rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Limbaugh moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Dilbrandt lands a leg kick that knocks Limbaugh off balance momentarily.
Limbaugh waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt looks to throw the jab but Limbaugh is out of range.
Limbaugh throws a solid leg kick but Dilbrandt takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Limbaugh.
Dilbrandt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Limbaugh wants to clinch.
A head kick misses from Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt tries to land a front kick but Limbaugh steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Domonic Dilbrandt dominated that second round.
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#
Limbaugh tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Dilbrandt defends well and Limbaugh ends up having to push Dilbrandt into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Limbaugh dives in and grabs Dilbrandt's left leg, looking for a takedown. Dilbrandt pushes down on Limbaugh's head and hops out.#CL2#
Limbaugh closes the distance and clinches.
Dilbrandt blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Dilbrandt is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Limbaugh can do to turn this around?#TD2#
Limbaugh jumps guard and drags Dilbrandt to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Dilbrandt sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Limbaugh's guard.
Dilbrandt performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Limbaugh is trying to maintain the position but Dilbrandt is very close to passing his half guard.
Dilbrandt performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T1#
Limbaugh is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Limbaugh is refusing to be controlled, as Dilbrandt sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Limbaugh looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Limbaugh looking for submissions off his back.
Limbaugh tries to get to full guard but Dilbrandt has control of the leg.
Dilbrandt is trying to control the action in half guard but Limbaugh is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Limbaugh wants to control but Dilbrandt is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Limbaugh wants to improve his position but Dilbrandt is controlling well.
Dilbrandt drops an elbow to the side of Limbaugh's head. #SUB2#
Limbaugh looking for submissions off his back.
Well, if Dilbrandt is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Dilbrandt has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Limbaugh is looking to control Dilbrandt's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Limbaugh avoid being mounted?#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Dilbrandt throws a hook to the side of Limbaugh's head but Limbaugh sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Limbaugh is looking to clinch.
Dilbrandt throws a body shot but no joy.
Limbaugh swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Limbaugh throws a big shot that misses.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Dilbrandt, as that shot connected.
Limbaugh just misses with a punch to the body.
Some wild striking there from Limbaugh.
Dilbrandt throwing a counter right hand but Limbaugh manages to avoid it.
Dilbrandt misses with a hook. Limbaugh ducked under it nicely.
Limbaugh shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Dilbrandt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Limbaugh shoots for a takedown but Dilbrandt saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Domonic Dilbrandt has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Lester Limbaugh.
Dilbrandt closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Limbaugh dives in for a single leg takedown but Dilbrandt sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Limbaugh takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T4#
Limbaugh takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Limbaugh fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Dilbrandt scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dilbrandt scores with a sloppy right hand. Limbaugh should have avoided that one.
Limbaugh drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A jab from Dilbrandt does it's job there.
A low kick from Limbaugh misses
and Dilbrandt counters with a nice body kick.
Limbaugh misses with an attempted mid kick.
Limbaugh darts in trying to clinch
and Dilbrandt counters with a nice uppercut.
Dilbrandt keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Limbaugh.
Nice body kick from Dilbrandt.
Dilbrandt lands an overhand right.
And that's the end of the fight!
Domonic Dilbrandt showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Dilbrandt 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Domonic Dilbrandt!
Domonic Dilbrandt very nearly forgot to thank Arcticus University: London amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
SMASH: Klos vs Camara
Date: May 30, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
Limbaugh drives through with a takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Steve Jr keeping full guard, as Limbaugh tries to pass.
Limbaugh slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Steve Jr isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Limbaugh stacks Steve Jr 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 Limbaugh!
Steve Jr is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Limbaugh is trying to work for a kimura but Steve Jr is defending well.
Steve Jr taking some punishment here, with Limbaugh in his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Steve Jr is staying active underneath Limbaugh, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Limbaugh 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.
Limbaugh is controlling the pace.
Limbaugh has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Steve Jr blocking the ground and pound attempt from Limbaugh. #T1#
Limbaugh is keen to just control but Steve Jr is a slippery customer.
Limbaugh lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #SUB#
Steve Jr is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Limbaugh pulls his head out easily.
Limbaugh not doing much here.
#SUB2#
Limbaugh is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Limbaugh seems to be working for a kimura but Steve Jr defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Limbaugh is looking for a kimura here.
Steve Jr is trying to stand up here but Limbaugh is controlling him well. #T2##SUB#
Steve Jr has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Limbaugh escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Limbaugh!
Limbaugh trying to control the position but Steve Jr is working away.
Limbaugh lands an elbow.
Limbaugh trying to control the action but Steve Jr is working from the bottom.
Steve Jr is trying to buck Limbaugh off.
Steve Jr is looking for a sweep.
Steve Jr is not content to let Limbaugh control the position.
Steve Jr wants to get back to his feet but Limbaugh drags him back down.#T3#
Limbaugh wants to lay and pray for a moment but Steve Jr keeps working.
Steve Jr tries to improve position but can't.
The referee asks Limbaugh politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Limbaugh prefers to stall for the moment though.
Steve Jr is trying to get back to half guard.
Steve Jr wants to get back to his feet.
Limbaugh wants to control but Steve Jr is keeping him busy.
Steve Jr is trying to get back to his feet.
Limbaugh creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.#SUB2#
Limbaugh tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Limbaugh is looking to take a break and control but Steve Jr is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
Steve Jr manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!#SUB#
Steve Jr is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Limbaugh sees it coming and defends easily.
Limbaugh wants to control but Steve Jr is keeping busy.
The fighters are battling for position here. Limbaugh manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Steve Jr trying to stand up but can't free himself from Limbaugh's guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Limbaugh holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB#
Steve Jr drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Limbaugh manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Steve Jr has Limbaugh in his guard.#REVB#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Limbaugh avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lester Limbaugh dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Steve Jr throws a hook but Limbaugh avoids it easily.
Limbaugh swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Limbaugh feints a jab promting Steve Jr to slip. Limbaugh then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Steve Jr slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Limbaugh misses with a body kick.
Steve Jr misses the shot to the body.
Steve Jr has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Steve Jr there as he acknowledges the shot.
Steve Jr ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Limbaugh moves away.
Steve Jr defending well as Limbaugh loads up on a big left hand.
A slow jab from Limbaugh misses its intended target.
It looked like Steve Jr wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lester Limbaugh seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Steve Jr showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Limbaugh.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice uppercut there from Steve Jr.#CL2#
Limbaugh closes the distance and clinches.
Limbaugh misses with a punch to the body.
Limbaugh swings wildly with an uppercut but Steve Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Steve Jr lands with a light punch inside. #T1#
Steve Jr misses with some punches.
Limbaugh tries to pull guard but Steve Jr forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Limbaugh stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Limbaugh jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Steve Jr walks away with a smile on his face. Limbaugh gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Limbaugh misses with a low kick.
Steve Jr takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Limbaugh misses with a low kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Steve Jr misses the target.
Limbaugh uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Steve Jr.
Limbaugh misses with a left hand
and Steve Jr counters with a right hand to the body.
Limbaugh throws a lazy body kick
letting Steve Jr counter with a right hand. #CL2#
Limbaugh closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Steve Jr as the two fighters clinch.
Limbaugh stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Steve Jr blocks an elbow strike from Limbaugh.
#T2#
Limbaugh swings wildly with an uppercut but Steve Jr uses good head movement to avoid it.
Limbaugh lands a left hand.
#TD2#
Limbaugh pulls guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Limbaugh not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Steve Jr has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Limbaugh is proving hard to escape from.
Steve Jr with a nice head shot there.#SUB2#
Limbaugh is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Steve Jr is aware though and is defending well.
Steve Jr stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Limbaugh swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Limbaugh is pulling down on Steve Jr's head. It's preventing any offense from Steve Jr, at least for the moment.
Steve Jr with a flurry of punches that miss.
Limbaugh has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Steve Jr wants to get up but he can't break Limbaugh's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Steve Jr sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Limbaugh's guard.
Lester Limbaugh has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3#
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. Steve Jr connects with a nice short shot to Limbaugh's temple. #SUB#
Steve Jr is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Limbaugh doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Steve Jr.
Limbaugh felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Limbaugh avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Steve Jr.
Limbaugh is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Steve Jr's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Steve Jr's back!
Steve Jr prevents Limbaugh from getting a body triangle.
I really don't envy Steve Jr right now.
#SUB2#
Limbaugh is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Steve Jr is defending well though. Limbaugh let's go of the attempt for now.
Limbaugh controlling from the back.#SUB2#
Limbaugh is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Steve Jr knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Steve Jr for a finish. #T4#
I really don't envy Steve Jr right now.
#SUB2#
Limbaugh working for a choke but Steve Jr is defending well.
Limbaugh is hanging on to Steve Jr's back as he tries to escape.
Limbaugh has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Steve Jr covers up after that shot from Limbaugh.
Limbaugh has his opponent trapped and is landing shots. Not a good position for Steve Jr.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Steve Jr is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Well, with Limbaugh on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Steve Jr is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#SUB2#
Limbaugh working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Limbaugh scores with punches and elbows. #SUB2#
Limbaugh is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Steve Jr knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Steve Jr for a finish.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lester Limbaugh showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Limbaugh takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Steve Jr works Limbaugh's body with a nice hook.
Limbaugh will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Steve Jr avoids the body shot from Limbaugh.
Some wild striking there from Limbaugh.
Limbaugh fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Steve Jr on the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice sprawl there from Steve Jr as Limbaugh shoots in.
Steve Jr swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Steve Jr uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Limbaugh.
#TD2#
Limbaugh fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Steve Jr sprawls well initially but Limbaugh persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Steve Jr tries to kick Limbaugh off in order to stand up. Limbaugh Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control. #T1##SUB2#
Limbaugh tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Limbaugh wants to control but Steve Jr is keeping him busy.
Steve Jr is trying to get back to half guard.
Limbaugh connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Steve Jr some visible discomfort.
Steve Jr is trying to buck Limbaugh off.
Steve Jr is looking for a sweep.
Limbaugh trying to control the action but Steve Jr is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Limbaugh tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
George Steve Jr has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Steve Jr is pushing Limbaugh's head away, looking to escape. Limbaugh manages to hold on to the position though.#SUB2#
Limbaugh working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Limbaugh is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Steve Jr knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Limbaugh looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Limbaugh tries to move into full mount but can't pass Steve Jr's legs. #T3#
Limbaugh wants to control but Steve Jr is keeping him busy.
Limbaugh lands a few punches from side control.
Steve Jr tries to improve position but can't.
Limbaugh cracks Steve Jr with a big elbow.
Steve Jr is trying to buck Limbaugh off.
Steve Jr sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Steve Jr actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Steve Jr is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Limbaugh pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Limbaugh seems to be working for a kimura but Steve Jr defends the submission attempt.#T4##SUB#
Steve Jr looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Limbaugh seems to be working for a kimura but Steve Jr defends the submission attempt.
Steve Jr is trying to stand up here but Limbaugh is controlling him well. #SUB2#
Steve Jr throws some strikes from the bottom but Limbaugh isn't bothered - he's working on a kimura... it looks tight... it is! Steve Jr is tapping and screaming like a little girl! Ouch, that looks painful! Good win for Limbaugh!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Lester Limbaugh!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Lester Limbaugh waved his t-shirt featuring UnderGround Supplements's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
SMASH: Vila vs Limbaugh (NC)
Date: May 16, 2020 |
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Vila checks the leg kick.
Limbaugh connects with a single shot there.
Vila throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Limbaugh on the side of the head.
Limbaugh misses the jab.
Vila misses with the combination.
Jab, jab by Vila - just one landing.
Limbaugh tries to bum rush Vila with a series of wild strikes but Vila uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A leg kick checked by Vila.
Vila fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Limbaugh has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Limbaugh with a nice cross.
Limbaugh fails to land the takedown.
Vila drops Limbaugh with a beautiful combination! Limbaugh stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Vila is looking for the KO!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Some wild striking there from Limbaugh.
Vila checks the leg kick.
Limbaugh fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Vila avoids it really well and circles away.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
That's one minute gone in the round.
Limbaugh uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Vila.
Limbaugh unleashes a big counter combination but Vila bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Vila tests Limbaugh's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Vila sends Limbaugh crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Vila is motioning to the referee to let Limbaugh up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
Limbaugh is rocked!
Limbaugh looks to land a right hand but Vila moved out of range.
Vila gets in close and tags Limbaugh with a short punch that almost sends Limbaugh to the mat! Oh Limbaugh is in big trouble! He turns his back on Vila, trying to create some distance but Vila rushes him, striking wildly and Limbaugh goes down! The referee tackles Vila into the cage to end the fight! Vila is one violent man!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Joan Vila!
Joan Vila retains his featherweight title!
Joan Vila gave a mention to FIGHTSPORT Apparel™ in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
TWGC 27 (145lbs, D2): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Dec 15, 2019 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Walter Flanagan (ranked 3194 p4p, 0 weight class) and Lester Limbaugh (ranked 1249 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Flanagan might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to The Wizard . On his way into the cage it seems that Walter Flanagan has been attacked by a crazed fan! It looks like it might have been the just bleed guy! Luckily Walter Flanagan seems to be OK! I thought that lunatic was in prison!?
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Walter Flanagan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Lester Limbaugh!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Stewart Dunkirk and Chris Downing.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Flanagan rushes Limbaugh and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Flanagan has hold of one of Limbaugh's legs. Limbaugh is fighting the takedown attempt but Flanagan gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Flanagan (2) vs (0) Limbaugh
Limbaugh looking to control.
Limbaugh had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Flanagan defends it easily.
Limbaugh working a defensive guard here.
Flanagan avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Limbaugh has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Flanagan can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Flanagan won't allow Limbaugh to sweep him here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Limbaugh is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Flanagan (2) vs (2) Limbaugh
Limbaugh is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Flanagan sees it coming and defends easily.
Limbaugh looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Limbaugh trying to pass the guard but Flanagan defending well.
Limbaugh is working for an americana but Flanagan has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Limbaugh was thinking about the submission.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Limbaugh passes into half guard.
Limbaugh is looking to stall here but Flanagan recovers full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Flanagan wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Limbaugh is now in half guard.
Limbaugh is looking for a kimura here.
Limbaugh is looking for a kimura here.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Limbaugh wants to control but Flanagan is keeping him busy.
Limbaugh is trying to work for a kimura but Flanagan is defending well.
Flanagan is refusing to be controlled, as Limbaugh sits in half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Limbaugh is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Flanagan as he works his way to full guard.
Limbaugh tries to free his leg and advance position but Flanagan is retaining full guard.
Flanagan keeping moving, preventing Limbaugh from controlling successfully.
Flanagan keeping full guard, as Limbaugh tries to pass.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Limbaugh trying to control the position from guard on top but Flanagan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Limbaugh passes into half guard.
Limbaugh is working for a kimura but Flanagan is defending it quite comfortably.
Limbaugh wants to work for an arm triangle but Flanagan is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Limbaugh is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Flanagan tries to roll over but Limbaugh keeps him under control.
Flanagan moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Limbaugh wants to control from the top but Flanagan keeps moving.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Flanagan holds on and takes a little breather.
Flanagan has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Flanagan keeping moving, preventing Limbaugh from controlling successfully.
Limbaugh is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Flanagan is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Flanagan has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Flanagan (4) vs (2) Limbaugh
Flanagan has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Limbaugh looking to control.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Limbaugh wants to improve his position but instead Flanagan has moved into half guard.
Limbaugh is trying to get back to full guard.
Flanagan seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Limbaugh manages to get to full guard.
Limbaugh wants to hit a switch here but Flanagan passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Limbaugh there! Score +3 for passing guard: Flanagan (7) vs (2) Limbaugh
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Limbaugh can't escape the position.
Flanagan tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Limbaugh tries to hold on but Flanagan postures up.
Limbaugh reaches up to try and control the position but Flanagan seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Limbaugh rolls and tries to escape and now Flanagan has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Flanagan (10) vs (2) Limbaugh
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Limbaugh tries to escape but Flanagan has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
What can Limbaugh do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Limbaugh breaks Flanagan's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Flanagan (10) vs (4) Limbaugh
Limbaugh pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Flanagan is keeping the position for now.
Flanagan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Limbaugh controls the pace.
Limbaugh is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Flanagan is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Flanagan has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Flanagan (12) vs (4) Limbaugh
Limbaugh 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.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Limbaugh had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Flanagan defends it easily.
Limbaugh has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Flanagan is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Limbaugh. Score +3 for passing guard: Flanagan (15) vs (4) Limbaugh
Limbaugh tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Flanagan presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Flanagan (17) vs (4) Limbaugh
Limbaugh wants to control but Flanagan is having none of it.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Flanagan manages to capitalize on a mistake by Limbaugh to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Flanagan (20) vs (4) Limbaugh
Limbaugh rolls, trying to escape but Flanagan keeps control of the position.
Limbaugh felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Limbaugh is still trying to improve position.
Will Flanagan go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Limbaugh tries to escape but Flanagan has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Flanagan is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Limbaugh trying to control the position but Flanagan manages to sink in the hooks.
Flanagan keeps control of the position as Limbaugh tries to break free.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Flanagan slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Limbaugh can't escape the position.
Limbaugh really must keep his cool here. He's controlling one of Flanagan's hands and whilst he does that, he's got a chance of escaping the position.
Limbaugh wants to control his opponent's hands but Flanagan gets his hands free.
Limbaugh can't escape the position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Flanagan is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Limbaugh is really stuck here.
Limbaugh trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Flanagan has the hooks in. Limbaugh is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Flanagan working for a choke but Limbaugh is defending well.
Flanagan trying to control momentarily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Flanagan takes the fight on points by 20 to 4.
Walter Flanagan thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
TWGC 27 (145lbs, D2): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Dec 14, 2019 |
Coming up we have a featherweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Lester Limbaugh (ranked 1239 p4p, 0 weight class) and Turd Ferguson (ranked 14978 p4p, 0 weight class). I'm sure you'll be fascinated to know that I was talking to some pointless Z list celebrity before the fight and he thought that Turd Ferguson was going to win. Let's see if he was right.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Lester Limbaugh! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Turd Ferguson!
The judges for this bout are Chris Downing, Frank Dennis and Wesley Smith.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Limbaugh closes the distance and clinches.
Ferguson manages to pull guard.
Limbaugh looking to pass the guard.
Limbaugh stays in close to Ferguson's body and controls the position.
Ferguson wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Limbaugh drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Limbaugh jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Limbaugh wants to control from the top but Ferguson keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Limbaugh drops back looking for a leg! Ferguson is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Ferguson manages to kick Limbaugh off! Limbaugh jumps back into Ferguson's guard.
Ferguson has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Limbaugh wants to control from the top but Ferguson keeps moving.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Ferguson seems keen to control Limbaugh's posture.
Limbaugh thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Ferguson is adopting a defensive guard.
Limbaugh 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Limbaugh trying to control the position from guard on top but Ferguson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Limbaugh slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Limbaugh (3) vs (0) Ferguson
Limbaugh is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ferguson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Limbaugh trying to control the position but Ferguson is working away.
Ferguson can't do much from the bottom here.
Limbaugh swings around for an armbar but Ferguson sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Limbaugh's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Limbaugh (3) vs (2) Ferguson
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ferguson wants to control from the top but Limbaugh keeps moving.
Limbaugh had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ferguson defends it easily.
Limbaugh managing to control the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Ferguson works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Limbaugh is looking to control Ferguson's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Limbaugh avoid being mounted?
Ferguson is looking to advance position but Limbaugh won't allow it.
Ferguson is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Limbaugh sees it coming and defends easily.
Ferguson is thwarting Limbaugh's attempts to control the position.
Limbaugh controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Limbaugh wants to improve his position but Ferguson is controlling well.
Limbaugh wants to control but Ferguson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Limbaugh wants to improve his position but Ferguson is controlling well.
Ferguson is stalling here. Limbaugh is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Ferguson seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Limbaugh has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Limbaugh (7) vs (2) Ferguson
Ferguson is looking for a sweep.
Limbaugh swings around for an armbar but Ferguson sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Limbaugh's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Limbaugh (7) vs (4) Ferguson
Ferguson engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Limbaugh working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Ferguson has passed into half guard!
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Limbaugh trying to control here.
Ferguson is trying to control the action in half guard but Limbaugh is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
My spies in Fenrir MMA inform me that Ferguson has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Limbaugh looking for submissions off his back.
Limbaugh is looking to improve his position.
Ferguson is trying to control. Limbaugh wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Ferguson wants to pass to mount but Limbaugh is defending the position.
Ferguson is thwarting Limbaugh's attempts to control the position.
Limbaugh wants to improve his position but Ferguson is controlling well.
Limbaugh is working hard here to advance position.
Ferguson is keen to just control but Limbaugh is a slippery customer.
Limbaugh tries to roll over but Ferguson keeps him under control.
Limbaugh regains full guard. Nicely done.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Ferguson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ferguson advances to half guard.
Ferguson has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Limbaugh (7) vs (7) Ferguson
Limbaugh tries to hold on but Ferguson postures up.
Limbaugh is looking to get to half guard.
Ferguson controlling the position easily from mount.
Limbaugh keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Ferguson looking to control but Limbaugh is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Limbaugh is looking to improve his position but Ferguson isn't that keen on the idea.
Limbaugh wants to control but Ferguson is having none of it.
Limbaugh can't escape the position.
Limbaugh is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Limbaugh is squirming around, avoiding Ferguson's attempts to control the action.
Limbaugh is wriggling around trying to escape.
Ferguson trying to control but he's not successful this time.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Ferguson looking to control and managing it successfully.
Limbaugh is in all sorts of trouble here.
Ferguson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Ferguson is continuing to stall.
Limbaugh tries to hold on but Ferguson postures up.
Ferguson can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Limbaugh is looking to escape.
Limbaugh keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Ferguson tries to take his opponent's back but Limbaugh turns with him and manages to move into guard on the top. Nice work. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Limbaugh (9) vs (7) Ferguson
Ferguson has his hands on Limbaugh's head, controlling the position.
Ferguson keeping full guard, as Limbaugh tries to pass.
Ferguson pulls Limbaugh in close to prevent any damage.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Ferguson keeping moving, preventing Limbaugh from controlling successfully.
Ferguson is adopting a defensive guard.
Limbaugh looking to pass the guard.
Limbaugh wants to control from the top but Ferguson keeps moving.
Limbaugh is really struggling to control Ferguson but he's trying to hold on to the position.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Limbaugh is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Ferguson keeping moving, preventing Limbaugh from controlling successfully.
Limbaugh is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ferguson is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Ferguson pulls Limbaugh in close to prevent any damage.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Ferguson keeping moving, preventing Limbaugh from controlling successfully.
Ferguson controls Limbaugh momentarily but Limbaugh frees himself.
Limbaugh wants to control from the top but Ferguson keeps moving.
Ferguson is adopting a defensive guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Limbaugh trying to control but Ferguson is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Limbaugh takes the fight on points by 9 to 7.
Lester Limbaugh gave a mention to UnderGround Supplements in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
WCF9 Lotus Style vs Cruz 2
Date: Sep 06, 2019 |
#R1#
King takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Limbaugh throws a body shot but no joy.
King tried to counter with a leg kick but Limbaugh avoided it.
Limbaugh connects with a nice looking jab.
Limbaugh uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
King moves in looking to clinch but Limbaugh pushes him off.
Limbaugh displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from King.
King takes one to the side of the head.
King shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Limbaugh but Limbaugh pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Limbaugh has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as King is landing a low percentage of strikes.
King shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Lance King. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Limbaugh scores with a punch to the head.#ROC2#
King is rocked!
Limbaugh plants his feet and throws a 3 punch combo. Miss, miss, boom! The third punch, a big right hook, connects right on the temple and drops King to the mat, unconscious! This fight is all over! King just couldn't keep out of the way of the whole flurry of punches!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Lester Limbaugh! Lester Limbaugh retains his featherweight title!
Lester Limbaugh really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that UnderGround Supplements logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
WCF6 Limbaugh vs D
Date: Aug 16, 2019 |
#R1#
Limbaugh cracks Fighter D with a right hand to the side of the head.
A left lands for Limbaugh.
Fighter D takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
The fighters circling - Fighter D throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Limbaugh swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Limbaugh ducks right into an uppercut from Fighter D.
Fighter D throws a low kick but it's checked well by Limbaugh.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Limbaugh 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.
Fighter D tries to clinch up.
Limbaugh with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Fighter D to score with a decent uppercut.
Test Fighter D seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Fighter D keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Fighter D doesn't manage to clinch there - Limbaugh circles away.
#CL2#
Limbaugh closes the distance and clinches.#BC2#
Limbaugh breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
A nice leg kick lands there from Limbaugh.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Limbaugh keeps the fight on the outside.
Limbaugh with a nice cross.
Fighter D shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Fighter D!
Fighter D misses with a straight left.
Fighter D clobbers Limbaugh with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Limbaugh throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Fighter D throws a body punch but Limbaugh moves out of range. #T1#
Limbaugh misses with a jab, cross combination.
Fighter D misses with a looping right.
Fighter D is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Limbaugh lands with an overhand left.
Limbaugh tries to bum rush Fighter D with a series of wild strikes but Fighter D uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Fighter D looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Limbaugh is fending him off so far but Fighter D persists. Nope, Limbaugh circles away and we're back to standing.
Fighter D uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Limbaugh.
Limbaugh connects with a body shot.
Fighter D throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Limbaugh sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Limbaugh looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice uppercut there from Fighter D.
Fighter D closes the distance looking to clinch
and Limbaugh makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Fighter D pivots, looking for a leg kick but Limbaugh is out of range and Fighter D settles back down.
Fighter D lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#TD2#
Limbaugh drives through with a takedown into Fighter D's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Limbaugh controlling from the top position. #T2#
Limbaugh is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Limbaugh controlling from the top position.
Limbaugh forces his way into half guard.
Limbaugh winds up and cracks Fighter D with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Limbaugh moves into full mount! Fighter D won't be happy about that!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Limbaugh postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Fighter D looks a forlorn figure.
A nice elbow there by Limbaugh.
Fighter D knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Limbaugh on the ground.
Limbaugh with good strikes from the mount here!
Limbaugh landing shots from mount. #ROC2#
Fighter D is rocked!
Fighter D is trying desperately to improve position.
Oh Fighter D is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Limbaugh controlling his opponent.
Fighter D seems to have got his legs back now.
Limbaugh trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T3#
Fighter D takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Limbaugh landing strikes from the mount and Fighter D is in trouble!
Limbaugh cracks Fighter D with a big head shot that has him covering up instantly! He's rolled onto his side and the referee has seen enough - this one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lester Limbaugh! Lester Limbaugh retains his featherweight title!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Lester Limbaugh waved his t-shirt featuring UnderGround Supplements's logo in front of the cameras.
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Event:
FC3 Night of champions
Date: Jul 26, 2019 |
#R1#
Sap shoots for a takedown but Limbaugh saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Limbaugh scores with a jab to the body.
Sap loads up on a big right hand but Limbaugh slips the punch.
Limbaugh closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Sap throws the left hand but Limbaugh avoids the punch easily.
Sap closes the distance and clinches up with Limbaugh, looking for a takedown. Sap pushes Limbaugh against the cage but Limbaugh circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Sap looks to throw the jab but Limbaugh is out of range.
Sap shoots for a double leg takedown but Limbaugh sprawls well. He's pushed Sap's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Limbaugh swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Lester Limbaugh has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tony Sap.
Limbaugh punishes Sap's body with a nice straight punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Limbaugh rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Sap moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Sap looks for a takedown but Limbaugh sprawls well.
Sap throws a big shot that misses.#T1#
Limbaugh connects with a leg kick. Sap looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Limbaugh with a nice cross.
Sap fails with a takedown attempt.
Sap shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Limbaugh counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #CL2#
Sap fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Limbaugh, pushing him back against the cage.
Sap tries to pull guard but Limbaugh forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#BC#
Limbaugh breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Sap throws an off balance right hand
and Limbaugh counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Limbaugh throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Sap smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#T2#
Limbaugh keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Limbaugh's corner calls for a 1-2. Limbaugh obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sap moves to clinch but Limbaugh breaks away
and Limbaugh counters with a straight right hand.
Sap slips a jab and a cross from Limbaugh.
Sap takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CL2#
Sap closes the distance and pushes Limbaugh back into the cage.
Limbaugh leaning his opponent against the cage.
Limbaugh lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Sap is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Limbaugh is keeping busy.#T3#
Sap jumps guard but Limbaugh stands there with Sap around his waist. Sap gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Limbaugh.
A short body shot lands from Limbaugh as the two fighters clinch.
Sap's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Limbaugh is working Sap over against the cage.
Limbaugh stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Sap looks winded!#BC#
Limbaugh's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Limbaugh scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Limbaugh, right into the meat.
Left hook, right uppercut from Limbaugh. #CL#
Limbaugh has closed the distance and engaged Sap in a clinch.
A short right from Limbaugh on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Limbaugh content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Sap fails to pull guard.
We've been informed that Sap has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#BC#
Limbaugh escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T4#
Limbaugh scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sap doesn't seem bothered though.
Limbaugh 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.
Sap takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Sap takes a jab right on the kisser.
Limbaugh lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Limbaugh cracks the inside of Sap's front leg.
Sap is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Sap uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Limbaugh.
Sap has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sap there as he acknowledges the shot.
Sap fails with the takedown
and Limbaugh counters with a stiff right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lester Limbaugh 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#
Sap tries to close the distance and clinch up but Limbaugh swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Limbaugh throws a body punch but Sap moves out of range.
Sap shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Limbaugh as he jumps to the side.
A shot to the liver by Limbaugh. Beautiful body shot.
Limbaugh bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Sap's head.
Sap takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Lester Limbaugh is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Limbaugh punishes Sap's body with a nice straight punch.
Limbaugh with a jab.
Limbaugh scores with a shot to the body.
Limbaugh bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Sap's head.#T1#
Limbaugh scores with a nice right hand.
Sap misses with a takedown attempt - Limbaugh sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
A punch combination from Limbaugh misses.
Nice shot lands for Limbaugh.
Limbaugh misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sap feints the counter takedown.
Sap shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Limbaugh counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lester Limbaugh has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tony Sap.
Sap throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Limbaugh's waist but Limbaugh gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sap off to one side.
Sap throws a right hand that misses
#CL#
and Limbaugh counters by clinching up.
Limbaugh lands with a short shot to the head.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Limbaugh creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #T2#
Sap takes a shot to the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Limbaugh lands with a left to the head.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Limbaugh stalling the fight.
Limbaugh is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sap can do to turn this around?#BC#
Limbaugh pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Lester Limbaugh is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Sap doesn't succeed with the takedown
letting Limbaugh counter with a right hand.
Sap throws an ugly left hook that misses
#CL#
and Limbaugh holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Sap's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sap is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Limbaugh to keep the fight standing.
Limbaugh comes over the top with an elbow. That landed flush. #BC#
Limbaugh manages to break the clinch.
Limbaugh uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Sap.
Sap has his takedown stuffed
and Limbaugh counters with a leg kick. #T3#
Sap throws a hook but Limbaugh avoids it easily.
Limbaugh seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Sap gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Sap fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Sap takes one to the side of the head.
#CL#
Sap gets tackled into the cage by Limbaugh. Limbaugh maintains the clinch.
Limbaugh lands a hook to the side of the head.
Sap is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Limbaugh is keeping busy.
Limbaugh slowing the pace effectively.#BC#
Limbaugh's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Limbaugh misses with the combination.
#T4#
Nice sprawl there from Limbaugh as Sap shoots in.
An attempted straight right counter from Limbaugh misses the target.
Limbaugh lands with a good body shot.#CL#
Limbaugh clinches.
Sap wants to break the clinch but can't.
Limbaugh leaning against his opponent.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Sap is trying to pull guard but Limbaugh turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Limbaugh stalling against the cage.
#BC#
Limbaugh breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Sap shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Limbaugh as he avoids it easily.
A counter left hand to the body from Limbaugh misses its target.
Sap is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lester Limbaugh dominated that second round.
That's time! Limbaugh's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Sap tries to move into range but Limbaugh moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Sap shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Limbaugh counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Sap thinking.
Limbaugh stuffs the takedown.
Limbaugh throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Limbaugh works the jab nicely.
Limbaugh throws a leg kick which misses Sap's front leg but catches the back leg as Sap tries to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sap misses with a hook
and Limbaugh counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Limbaugh lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sap's sensitive parts.
Limbaugh scores with a nice strike.
Sap misses with a takedown attempt
and Limbaugh counters with a one-two to the body.
Lester Limbaugh has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tony Sap.#T1#
Limbaugh scores with a head kick.
Limbaugh throws a quick inside leg kick.
Limbaugh takes a swing at Sap's ribcage but misses.
Sap with a lazy takedown attempt
and Limbaugh cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Limbaugh scores with a jab to the jaw.
Limbaugh ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Sap's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Sap 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.
Sap misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
As Sap backs away, Limbaugh returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Sap with a poor takedown
and Limbaugh counters with a nice uppercut. #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T2#
Limbaugh lands with a short head shot on the inside.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Sap is trying to pull guard but Limbaugh has him pressed against the cage.
Limbaugh lands with a light punch inside.
Limbaugh softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Sap is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Limbaugh to keep the fight standing.
Sap is trying desperately to land a takedown but Limbaugh is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Sap.
Sap is trying to pull guard but Limbaugh turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Limbaugh lands with a short shot to the head.
Limbaugh lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Sap takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Limbaugh presses Sap against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Lester Limbaugh has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Limbaugh lands a nice uppercut.
Limbaugh stalls.
Sap tries to pull guard but Limbaugh won't allow it.
Sap has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.#BC#
Limbaugh breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Sap gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Limbaugh.#T3#
Sap with a lazy takedown attempt
and Limbaugh counters with a leg kick.
Sap 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.
Limbaugh scores with a hook to the body. Sap takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Sap misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Limbaugh scores with a punch to the head.
Limbaugh scores with a nice strike.
Sap walks into a jab.
Sap's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Limbaugh connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Sap scrambles back to his feet.
Limbaugh scores with a shot to the body.
Limbaugh throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#T4#
Limbaugh pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Limbaugh stuffs the takedown attempt from Sap. Sap gets slowly back to his feet.
Limbaugh fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sap has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#CL#
Limbaugh fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Sap, pushing him back against the cage.
Sap is trying to force a seperation but Limbaugh has the dominant position.
Sap jumps guard but Limbaugh turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Limbaugh lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Sap stalling in the clinch but Limbaugh improves position.
A nice right hand lands inside from Limbaugh.
Sap is trying to pull guard but Limbaugh has him pressed against the cage.
A short right from Limbaugh.
A short left from Limbaugh.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lester Limbaugh clearly takes that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4#
Limbaugh listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Limbaugh misses with a two punch combination.
Sap drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Limbaugh defends it well.
Sap looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Limbaugh is fending him off so far but Sap persists. Nope, Limbaugh circles away and we're back to standing.
Sap fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Limbaugh avoids it really well and circles away.
Limbaugh appears to be looking for a big counter.
Limbaugh throws a nice outside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fight stays on the outside here - Sap looks like he's thinking about clinching though.#T1#
Sap takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Sap misses with a straight right.
Limbaugh cracks Sap with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Sap misses with a takedown attempt - Limbaugh sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Limbaugh seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Lester Limbaugh has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tony Sap.
Limbaugh scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Limbaugh lands with a thumping leg kick.
Sap shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Limbaugh with a jab.#T2#
Sap looks to land a right hand but Limbaugh moved out of range.
Limbaugh lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Limbaugh.
Sap has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Sap there as he acknowledges the shot.
Sap takes a shot to the body in his stride.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Limbaugh scores with a one two! Sap had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Limbaugh slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#CL#
Limbaugh moves into range and clinches up with Sap.
Sap tries to pull guard but Limbaugh won't allow it.
Limbaugh lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Limbaugh lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The referee is keeping an eye on Limbaugh - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Come on Limbaugh - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
#T3#
Limbaugh leaning against his opponent.
Limbaugh lands a hook to the side of the head.
Limbaugh leaning against his opponent.
Sap jumps guard but Limbaugh turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Sap stalling in the clinch but Limbaugh improves position.
Sap's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sap tries to pull guard but Limbaugh holds him up against the cage and eventually Sap drops back down to his feet.
A right hook to the body lands for Limbaugh.
A right handed body shot lands from Limbaugh.
Sap is absolutely dripping with sweat - he looks exhausted.
A right handed body shot lands from Limbaugh.
#BC#
Limbaugh breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
Limbaugh clinches with his opponent.
#BC#
Limbaugh breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Lester Limbaugh is winning the standup battle so far.#CL#
Limbaugh closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T4#
Nice body punch from Limbaugh - that landed with a thud.
#BC#
Limbaugh's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Sap is looking to clinch but Limbaugh is avoiding it.
Limbaugh throwing a counter right hand but Sap manages to avoid it.
Limbaugh scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Sap.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sap tries to clinch but Limbaugh is having none of it.
Sap closes the distance and clinches up with Limbaugh, looking for a takedown. Sap pushes Limbaugh against the cage but Limbaugh circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Limbaugh lands a nice leg kick that just misses Sap's sensitive parts.
Sap fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lester Limbaugh had his way with Tony Sap in 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. And we move into the final round!
#R5#
Sap takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Limbaugh lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Sap looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Limbaugh is fending him off so far but Sap persists. Nope, Limbaugh circles away and we're back to standing.
Limbaugh getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Limbaugh looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Limbaugh avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sap looks to clinch
and Limbaugh counters with a leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sap takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Sap with a lazy takedown attempt
and Limbaugh counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Nice shot by Limbaugh.#T1#
Limbaugh misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Limbaugh bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Limbaugh pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Sap back to the cage. Limbaugh follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Limbaugh scores with a shot to the body.
Sap connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Limbaugh fails to land with a series of punches.
Limbaugh scores with a shot to the body.
Limbaugh throws a nice looking combination but Sap bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Sap shoots in for a takedown but Limbaugh shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Lester Limbaugh has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tony Sap.
Limbaugh tests Sap's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T2#
Sap uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Limbaugh.
Sap with the counter takedown but Limbaugh avoids it easily.
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!
Jab from Limbaugh.
Sap shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Limbaugh as he avoids it easily.
Limbaugh lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Limbaugh listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
A punch combination from Sap misses.
Limbaugh lands with a hook. Sap tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Sap tries to score a power double leg takedown but Limbaugh sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Sap somewhat.
As Sap tries to get set, Limbaugh tries to push him back and clinch up but Sap manages to avoid the attempt.#T3#
Limbaugh misses with a few strikes there.
Limbaugh scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Sap shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Limbaugh counters with a straight right hand.
Sap is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Limbaugh takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Limbaugh cracks Sap with an open hand slap.
Sap takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Tony Sap has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Sap misses with a takedown attempt
enabling Limbaugh to counter with a crisp jab.
Limbaugh keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Limbaugh swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
And Sap tries to counter it with a takedown but Limbaugh pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Limbaugh cracks Sap with an open hand slap.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sap takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Limbaugh rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Sap moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Sap walks into a stiff left hand from Limbaugh.
Sap shoots and misses
and Limbaugh counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Lester Limbaugh is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Sap is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?
Limbaugh connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Sap's hands.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lester Limbaugh showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Limbaugh has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 50:41
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 50:41
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 50:41
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Lester Limbaugh!
Lester Limbaugh retains his featherweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Lester Limbaugh thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
FC Fight Night King vs Lotus
Date: Jul 05, 2019 |
#R1#
God tries to clinch but Limbaugh is having none of it.
Lester Limbaugh seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD2#
Limbaugh closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into God's guard.
Limbaugh scoring with punches to the head and body.
Limbaugh not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Limbaugh works over God with some ground and pound from guard.
God can't keep his opponent in guard - Limbaugh advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Limbaugh takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
God wants to improve his position but Limbaugh is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Limbaugh content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB2#
Limbaugh is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T1#
Limbaugh lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
God taking some punishment here, with Limbaugh in his half guard.
Limbaugh sitting and controlling from the half guard.
God really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB2#
Limbaugh is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and God defends it well.
Limbaugh working the head and body with strikes.
Limbaugh controlling the action here.
Limbaugh has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #T2#
Limbaugh tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Limbaugh avoids the attempt from God to control.
Limbaugh working away from the top, dropping strikes.
Limbaugh controlling from mount.
Limbaugh looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Limbaugh working God over with strikes here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Limbaugh has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of God's face.
#ROC2#
God is rocked!
God is breathing heavily.
Limbaugh connects with a bit shot that sees God covering up! More strikes from Limbaugh and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Limbaugh is our winner by TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lester Limbaugh!
Lester Limbaugh is the new featherweight champion!
Our winner, Lester Limbaugh, 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:
NJMMA 65
Date: Jul 28, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Nakata fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Limbaugh sprawls well initially but Nakata persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Nakata blocks the strikes from Limbaugh.
Limbaugh is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Nakata scores with a couple of nice shots.
Nakata working over Limbaugh with some ground and pound. Limbaugh looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Limbaugh throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Limbaugh is pressing down on Nakata's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Limbaugh trying to strike off his back.
Limbaugh striking from his own guard.
Limbaugh striking off his back but it's not causing Nakata any problems.
Nakata lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Limbaugh looking to hit a scissor sweep but Nakata is one step ahead there.
Limbaugh has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Nakata scoring with some ground and pound.
Limbaugh thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Nakata keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Limbaugh's head.
Nakata scoring with some ground and pound.
Nakata working some strikes from top position.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Nakata cracks Limbaugh with a solid left hand.
Limbaugh will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Nakata pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Limbaugh is keeping the position for now.
Limbaugh scores with a couple of body punches from the bottom.
#T1#
Limbaugh tries to strike from the bottom.
Nakata keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Limbaugh's head.
Limbaugh doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Nakata stands up over Limbaugh, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Nakata working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Limbaugh striking off his back but it's not causing Nakata any problems.
Nakata wants to control from the top but Limbaugh keeps moving.
Limbaugh throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Limbaugh tries to strike from the bottom.
Nakata passes Limbaugh's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Limbaugh gets full guard.
Nakata not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Limbaugh trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Nakata has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Nakata scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Limbaugh throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Nakata trying to control the position from guard on top but Limbaugh is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Nakata lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#T2#
Limbaugh throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Limbaugh throws some sloppy strikes off his back.
Limbaugh trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Limbaugh trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Nakata is in close to Limbaugh's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Nakata looking to pass the guard.
Nakata working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Nakata pushing down on Limbaugh's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Limbaugh is looking for a sweep. Nakata is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Nakata is looking to take a break and control but Limbaugh is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Limbaugh is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Nakata scores with a couple of nice shots.
Limbaugh flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Nakata wants to pass to mount but Limbaugh is defending the position.
Nakata is keen to just control but Limbaugh is a slippery customer.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Limbaugh misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Nakata drops an elbow to the side of Limbaugh's head.
Limbaugh has hold of Nakata's hands but Nakata slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#T3#
Nakata is trying to control. Limbaugh wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Nice strikes from Nakata there.
Nakata lands strikes from half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Nakata winds up and cracks Limbaugh with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Limbaugh missing with punches from the bottom.
Nakata lands with a punch from half guard.
Nakata working over Limbaugh with some ground and pound. Limbaugh looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.
Limbaugh gets back to full guard.
Limbaugh trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Nakata keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Limbaugh's head.
Nakata makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Nakata sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Nakata trying to control the position from guard on top but Limbaugh is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Limbaugh trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from! #T4#
Nakata with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Nakata keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Limbaugh's head.
Limbaugh can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Nakata controls the pace.
Limbaugh lands a good elbow from the bottom.
Nakata postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Nakata keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Limbaugh's head.
Nakata trying to control the position from guard on top but Limbaugh is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Limbaugh trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Nakata looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Limbaugh is on top in guard.
#REVB#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Limbaugh scoring with some ground and pound.
Nakata trying to control the position here.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Limbaugh's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Uchimura Nakata dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Nakata scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Nakata landing strikes.
Nakata knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Limbaugh on the ground.
Nakata lands an elbow.
Limbaugh is looking for a sweep.
Nakata lands some shots froms side control.
Nakata is working Limbaugh over with some ground and pound from side control.
Limbaugh wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land.
Limbaugh is not content to let Nakata control the position.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Nakata blocks the strikes from Limbaugh.
Limbaugh tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Nakata wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Limbaugh takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Nakata is chipping away with strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Limbaugh throws a couple of punches but he's in a bad position and they don't land.
Nakata grinds an elbow into Limbaugh's temple.
Limbaugh takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.
Limbaugh striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
#T1#
Nakata cracks Limbaugh with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Limbaugh felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Uchimura Nakata overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Limbaugh takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Nakata in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Limbaugh sneaks back into half guard.
Limbaugh on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Nakata working Limbaugh over with strikes.
Nakata blocks the strikes from Limbaugh.
Limbaugh taking some punishment here, with Nakata in his half guard.
Nakata wants to take a breather but Limbaugh is having none of it.
Nakata working the head and body with strikes.
Nakata not doing much here.
Nakata moves nicely into side control.
Nakata avoids the strikes from the bottom by Limbaugh.
Nakata is chipping away with strikes.
Limbaugh sneaks back into half guard.#T2#
Nakata landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Nakata seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nakata seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Limbaugh does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Nakata working the head and body with strikes.
Limbaugh is refusing to be controlled, as Nakata sits in half guard.
Nakata 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.
Nakata winds up and cracks Limbaugh with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Nakata trying to control from half guard but Limbaugh is working away.
Nakata lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Limbaugh works his way to full guard. Good work.
Nakata is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Limbaugh can do to turn this around?
Nakata distracts Limbaugh with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Limbaugh trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage.
Limbaugh will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
Nakata is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T3#
Nakata lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Limbaugh wants to sweep here but Nakata controlling him for the moment.
Nakata trying to control but Limbaugh is working from the bottom.
Nakata's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Nakata working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Limbaugh's head.
Limbaugh lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Limbaugh preventing the sweep.
Limbaugh throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Nakata trying to keep a closed guard but Limbaugh is proving a slippery customer.
Limbaugh won't allow Nakata to sweep him here.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Limbaugh's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Limbaugh stands and throws Nakata's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Limbaugh lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Limbaugh working the body and head with strikes. #T4#
Nakata is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Nakata sneaks back into half guard.
Limbaugh is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Limbaugh throwing shots but Nakata is blocking nicely.
Nakata controlling the position for now.
Limbaugh lands strikes from half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nakata throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Nakata works his way to full guard. Good work.
Nakata lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Limbaugh thows some rabbit punches from the bottom but they don't do any damage.
Limbaugh trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Nakata wants to control from the top but Limbaugh keeps moving.
Limbaugh tries to strike from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Uchimura Nakata dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. And we move into the final round!
#R3##TD#
Nakata shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Nakata showed some decent athleticism there.
Nakata working Limbaugh over with strikes.
Nakata blocks the strikes from Limbaugh.
Limbaugh moves into full guard.
Nakata stopping the sweep attempt from Limbaugh.
Nakata lands a couple of elbows.
Limbaugh doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Nakata controlling from the top position.
Limbaugh tries to strike from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Limbaugh trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Nakata lands a couple of digs.
Nakata with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Nakata connects with a couple of short punches.
Limbaugh will have to put a bit more behind his punches if he's going to do any damage from this position.
#T1#
Nakata works over Limbaugh with some ground and pound from guard.
Limbaugh throws some shots to the body, keeping his opponent honest.
Nakata passes Limbaugh's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Nakata is trying to control. Limbaugh wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Limbaugh tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Limbaugh throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Limbaugh throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Nakata seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Limbaugh punching from the bottom.
Nakata drops an elbow to the side of Limbaugh's head.
Nakata takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Limbaugh striking from half guard on the bottom.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Nakata connects with a nice short shot to Limbaugh's temple.
Nakata slows the pace down in half guard.
Nakata scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T2#
Ground and pound from Nakata.
Nakata scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
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. Nakata connects with a nice short shot to Limbaugh's temple.
Limbaugh tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Nakata winds up and cracks Limbaugh with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Nakata scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Nakata is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Limbaugh flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Nakata seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nakata is nestled in close to Limbaugh, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Limbaugh is refusing to be controlled, as Nakata sits in half guard.
Nakata is controlling the pace.
Nakata trying to control from half guard but Limbaugh is working away.
Nakata wants to pass the guard but Limbaugh is defending well. #T3#
Limbaugh is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Nakata scores with a couple of nice shots.
Nakata lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt.
Nakata slips a nice elbow through Limbaugh's hands, connecting with Limbaugh's forehead.
Limbaugh throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Nakata is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Nakata scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Nakata is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Nakata working Limbaugh over with strikes.
Nakata is keen to just control but Limbaugh is a slippery customer.
Limbaugh scores with a few weak punches.
Nakata is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Nakata looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Limbaugh on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T4#
Nakata lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Limbaugh tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Limbaugh taking some punishment here, with Nakata in his half guard.
Limbaugh misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Nakata is looking to advance position but Limbaugh won't allow it.
Nakata drops an elbow to the side of Limbaugh's head.
Nakata lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Nakata winds up and cracks Limbaugh with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Nakata trying to control the action but Limbaugh is working from the bottom.
Limbaugh flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Nice strikes from Nakata there.
Nakata working the head and body with strikes.
Limbaugh wants to get back to full guard.
Nakata 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.
Limbaugh tries to strike from the bottom but it doesn't land.
Lester Limbaugh has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Limbaugh missing with punches from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Uchimura Nakata showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Nakata 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 Lou da Vinci scores the fight 30:26
Judge Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:26
Judge Franklyn Lucas scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Uchimura Nakata!
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Event:
NJMMA 62
Date: Jun 30, 2018 |
#R1#
Limbaugh checks a low kick from Blount.
And Limbaugh tries to counter it with a takedown but Blount pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Blount misses with a series of wild punches.
Limbaugh drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Blount defends it well.
Blount throws a series of punches but Limbaugh moves out of range.
Limbaugh with the counter takedown but Blount avoids it easily.
Blount misses with a double jab
#TD2#
and Limbaugh counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Limbaugh.
Limbaugh landing with the ground and pound.
Limbaugh postures up and lands a big shot to Blount's brow.
Limbaugh lands a couple of digs.#SUB#
Blount escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Limbaugh gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Limbaugh is in close to Blount's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Limbaugh lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Limbaugh keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Blount's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Limbaugh cracks Blount with a solid left hand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Limbaugh lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Limbaugh lands a couple of elbows.
Limbaugh scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Limbaugh cracks Blount with a solid left hand.
Blount wants to sweep here but Limbaugh controlling him for the moment.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Limbaugh's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Limbaugh landing with the ground and pound.
Limbaugh is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Limbaugh has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Limbaugh working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Blount's head.
Limbaugh lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Blount has his foot on Limbaugh's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Limbaugh works his way back into a safe position though.
Blount has momentary wrist control but Limbaugh slips an elbow through the middle.
Limbaugh scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Blount 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.
Limbaugh scoring with some ground and pound.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Limbaugh working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Limbaugh missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T2#
Limbaugh working some strikes from top position.
Limbaugh postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Limbaugh postures up and lands a big shot to Blount's brow.
Limbaugh makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Limbaugh content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Limbaugh landing with the ground and pound.
Limbaugh scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB#
Blount is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Limbaugh content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Limbaugh postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Limbaugh lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Limbaugh landing some decent shots from guard.
Limbaugh is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Limbaugh postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T3#
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Limbaugh's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Limbaugh lands a couple of elbows.#ROC2#
Blount is rocked!
Limbaugh preventing the sweep.
Limbaugh connects with a couple of short punches.
Oh Blount is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Blount lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Blount seems to have got his legs back now.
Blount has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Limbaugh striking off his back but it's not causing Blount any problems.
Limbaugh lands with a heel strike from the guard.
Limbaugh scores with a couple of body punches from the bottom.
Blount trying to control the position from guard on top but Limbaugh is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Limbaugh striking off his back but it's not causing Blount any problems.
Limbaugh is striking from the bottom but Blount uses the opportunity to pass into half guard.
Blount scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Limbaugh is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4##SUB#
Limbaugh is defending against the submission attempts here by Blount.
Limbaugh misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Blount works his foot free and advances to mount.
Limbaugh is looking to get to half guard.
Blount blocks Limbaugh's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Blount breaks from Limbaugh's wrist control and lands an elbow.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Blount blocks Limbaugh's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Limbaugh is desperately trying to improve his position but Blount has a good base and remains in mount.
Blount lands with some strikes.
Limbaugh throwing punches from his back but nothing is landing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lester Limbaugh dominated that round.
That's time! Blount's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Blount looks to throw the jab but Limbaugh is out of range.
Blount throws a jab when Limbaugh was well out of range.
And Limbaugh tries to counter it with a takedown but Blount pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Blount scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Limbaugh doesn't seem bothered though.
Blount misses with a double jab
#TD2#
so Limbaugh counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Limbaugh postures up and lands a big shot to Blount's brow.
Limbaugh working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Blount's head.
Limbaugh makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Limbaugh stopping the sweep attempt from Blount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Limbaugh distracts Blount with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Limbaugh keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Blount's head.
Limbaugh cracks Blount with a solid left hand.
Blount looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Lester Limbaugh has got the better of the ground game so far.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB#
Blount working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Limbaugh doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Limbaugh manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Limbaugh stands up over Blount, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T1#
Limbaugh working some strikes from top position.
Limbaugh preventing the sweep.
Limbaugh cracks Blount with a solid left hand.
Blount has momentary wrist control but Limbaugh slips an elbow through the middle.
Limbaugh landing some decent shots from guard.
Limbaugh is in close to Blount's body, working some short punches and elbows.#SUB#
Blount is looking for a triangle but Limbaugh pushes his legs off easily.
Limbaugh landing some decent shots from guard.
Limbaugh has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Limbaugh working some strikes from top position.
Limbaugh won't allow Blount to sweep him here.
Blount has momentary wrist control but Limbaugh slips an elbow through the middle.
Limbaugh postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #T2#
Limbaugh scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB#
Blount looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Limbaugh working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Limbaugh makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Blount has momentary wrist control but Limbaugh slips an elbow through the middle.
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!
Limbaugh with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Limbaugh connects with a couple of short punches.
Limbaugh is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Limbaugh scoring with some ground and pound.
Limbaugh postures up from his opponent's guard, before exploding into some vicious ground and pound! Blount covers up, he's hurt! Limbaugh keeps throwing the strikes, glancing at the referee... Will he stop it?? One more big shot from Limbaugh and the ref steps in to end the fight! Limbaugh can't hide his delight as he celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lester Limbaugh!
During a confident post fight interview, Lester Limbaugh thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
NJMMA XS 1
Date: Jun 09, 2018 |
#R1##CL#
Tomori closes the distance and pushes Limbaugh back into the cage.
Limbaugh fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Tomori blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Limbaugh.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomori.
Limbaugh prevents a body shot from Tomori.
Tomori cracks Limbaugh with a nice body shot.
Tomori doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A body shot lands from Tomori.
Tomori lands a hook to the side of the head.
Tomori lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Limbaugh backwards.
Tomori lands with a right to the head.
Tomori lands a left hand that snaps the head of Limbaugh backwards.
Limbaugh misses with a hook from the clinch.
Limbaugh misses with a punch on the inside.
Limbaugh prevents a body shot from Tomori.
Limbaugh prevents a body shot from Tomori.
Limbaugh throws a punch but it's blocked by Tomori.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Limbaugh blocks a body shot from Tomori.
Limbaugh working aggressively here.
Tomori scores with a shot to the side of Limbaugh's head.
Tomori tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Tomori scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tomori lands with a right to the head.
Limbaugh has a couple of punches blocked by Tomori.
#T1#
A head punch on the inside from Limbaugh fails to land.
Tomori lands a nice uppercut.
Limbaugh misses with the head strike.
Tomori lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A right hand to the body from Tomori.
Tomori lands a nice uppercut.
Limbaugh misses with some punches.
Limbaugh misses with a punch on the inside.
Tomori lands a body punch in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Limbaugh.
Limbaugh misses with a hook from the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomori.
Tomori misses with a hook to the ribs.
Limbaugh tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tomori lands a right hand that snaps the head of Limbaugh backwards.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Limbaugh.
Limbaugh fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Limbaugh scores with an uppercut up the middle.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Limbaugh working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Tomori.
Tomori lands a nice uppercut.
Tomori is leaning against Limbaugh and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Tomori blocking some punches.
#T2#
A nice left hand lands by Tomori.
Limbaugh tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A right hand to the body from Tomori.
Limbaugh looks winded!
Tomori lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Limbaugh.
A short body shot lands from Tomori as the two fighters clinch.
Tomori works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Nice body punch from Tomori.
Tomori lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Tomori.
Tomori lands a body punch in the clinch.
Tomori working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Tomori lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Limbaugh backwards.
Tomori lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Limbaugh backwards.
Tomori lands a body shot in the clinch.
Tomori digs a right hand into Limbaugh's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Limbaugh's gas tank.
A short right from Tomori.
Tomori lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Tomori throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tomori lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Limbaugh backwards.
Tomori lands a shot to the body.
Tomori lands an uppercut.
Tomori goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T3#
Limbaugh misses with some punches.
A right hook to the body lands for Tomori.
Tomori digs a right hand into Limbaugh's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Limbaugh's gas tank.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Tomori.
Tomori pushes Limbaugh back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Tomori lands a right hand.
Tomori scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Tomori lands a shot to the body.
Tomori lands with a light punch inside.
Tomori lands on the inside with an uppercut.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Tomori. #ROC#
Limbaugh is rocked!
Tomori blocks an uppercut.
Limbaugh is still on wobbly legs! Can Tomori finish him?
Tomori lands a nice shot to the body.
Tomori working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Limbaugh throws a head punch that misses.
Tomori lands a body punch.
Limbaugh seems to have recovered his senses.
Tomori works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Tomori lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Tomori lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Tomori throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Limbaugh swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T4#
Tomori lands a body punch.
Tomori scores with a shot to the side of Limbaugh's head.
Limbaugh takes a shot to the head.
Tomori scores with a nice hook to the head.
Tomori misses with a body punch.
Tomori lands with a left to the head.
Limbaugh has a couple of punches blocked by Tomori.
Tomori is working Limbaugh over against the cage.
Tomori lands a nice shot to the body.
Tomori lands an uppercut.
Nice body punch from Tomori.
Tomori lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Limbaugh.
Tomori lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Still in the clinch, Tomori scores with a nice short uppercut.
Tomori lands with a short punch from the clinch.
A body shot lands from Tomori.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Tomori lands a body punch in the clinch.
Tomori stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Tomori lands a hook to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Tomori.
Tomori throws a big uppercut that drops Limbaugh! More strikes from Tomori and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Limbaugh lies dazed against the cage as Tomori celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Hiroki Tomori!
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Event:
Torcida 16 - Silva Vs Wolf
Date: Mar 21, 2018 |
#R1#
Bell takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Limbaugh darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Leveon Bell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Limbaugh ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bell moves away.
Bell now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Limbaugh shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bell swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
enabling Limbaugh to counter with a crisp jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Limbaugh. Bell does a little dance to reset his feet.
Limbaugh missing with a left hand there. Bell was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bell will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bell misses with a wild combination.
Good shot there by Limbaugh.
Bell pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Limbaugh tests Bell's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Limbaugh has a takedown stuffed.
A punch combination from Bell misses.
Limbaugh punishes Bell's body with a nice straight punch.
Bell throws a sloppy head kick and Limbaugh moves out of range easily. #T1#
Bell throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Limbaugh counters with a straight right hand.
It looks like Limbaugh has been trying to sharpen up his punching technique, as it looks crisper than last time we saw him.
Some wild striking there from Bell.
Limbaugh connects with a jab.#ROC#
Bell is rocked!
Bell takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Bell is still on wobbly legs! Can Limbaugh finish him?
Limbaugh is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Bell fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Limbaugh manages to avoid it.
Limbaugh throws a monster overhand right that drops Bell! Limbaugh follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lester Limbaugh!
Lester Limbaugh thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
Torcida 9 - Silva Vs Stark
Date: Feb 22, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Tuutu closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Tuutu is looking to take a break and control but Limbaugh is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tuutu throwing shots but missing, from side control.
An elbow from Tuutu crashes against the mat.
#SUB2#
Tuutu goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Limbaugh rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Tuutu's guard! Nice work there by Limbaugh!
Limbaugh looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Limbaugh stands up over Tuutu, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Limbaugh wants to control from the top but Tuutu keeps moving.
Tuutu looking to control.
#T1#
Limbaugh trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Limbaugh trying to control but Tuutu is working from the bottom.
Limbaugh is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Limbaugh slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Tuutu is looking to reverse the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Limbaugh cracks Tuutu with a big elbow.
Tuutu can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Limbaugh is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Tuutu knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
You can see the frustration on Tuutu's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
Limbaugh scores with punches from side control.
Tuutu throws a couple of punches but he's in a bad position and they don't land.
Limbaugh working away.
Tuutu is looking for a sweep.
Limbaugh working the ground and pound.
Limbaugh takes a little break here. Tuutu wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Tuutu is trying to control Limbaugh's posture but Limbaugh avoids it. #T3#
Limbaugh lands an elbow.
Limbaugh controlling the position from side mount.
Limbaugh is working Tuutu over with some ground and pound from side control.
Limbaugh controlling from side mount.
Limbaugh wants to lay and pray for a moment but Tuutu keeps working.
Limbaugh is putting a hurting on Tuutu here, landing some big shots from side control. #T4#
Tuutu tries to bench press Limbaugh off him but Limbaugh keeps the position. #SUB#
Limbaugh is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Tuutu has escaped the position, nice work there.
Tuutu taking punishment in the form of punches.
Check out the look on Limbaugh's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Tuutu tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Limbaugh swings around for an armbar but Tuutu sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Limbaugh's guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Limbaugh is on top in guard.
#REVR#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Limbaugh lands a couple of digs.
Limbaugh scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lester Limbaugh dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Limbaugh instigates a clinch.
Limbaugh cracks Tuutu with a nice body shot.
Limbaugh stalling against the cage.
Tuutu fails to pull guard.
Limbaugh lands a left hand that snaps the head of Tuutu backwards.
Tuutu is trying to pull guard but Limbaugh has him pressed against the cage.
Limbaugh presses Tuutu against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Tuutu fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Lester Limbaugh has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Simo Tuutu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A right hook to the body lands for Limbaugh.
#TD#
Limbaugh gets control of Tuutu's arms and successfully pulls guard. Limbaugh will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Limbaugh looking to control.
#T1#
Tuutu throws a strike but Limbaugh rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
Lester Limbaugh overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Limbaugh with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Limbaugh wants to control from the top but Tuutu keeps moving.
Limbaugh stands up over Tuutu, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Limbaugh with a nice head shot there.
Limbaugh working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Limbaugh trying to control but Tuutu is working from the bottom.
Tuutu not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Tuutu is breathing heavily.
Tuutu keeping moving, preventing Limbaugh from controlling successfully.
Tuutu trying to control the position.
#T2#
Tuutu keeping moving, preventing Limbaugh from controlling successfully.
Limbaugh works over Tuutu with some ground and pound from guard.
Limbaugh makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Limbaugh lands a couple of digs.
Limbaugh chips away with some ground and pound.
Tuutu trying to keep a closed guard but Limbaugh is proving a slippery customer.
Limbaugh distracts Tuutu with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Limbaugh postures up and lands a big shot to Tuutu's brow. #T3#
Tuutu wants to improve his position but instead Limbaugh has moved into half guard.
Tuutu is trying to control but can't.
Tuutu is trying to control but Limbaugh manages to pass to mount!
Limbaugh landing shots from mount.
Limbaugh lands a nice shot to the head.
Limbaugh landing strikes, looking to finish!
Limbaugh sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Limbaugh landing strikes, looking to finish! #ROC#
Tuutu is rocked!
Limbaugh with a couple of short strikes.
Tuutu is still in real trouble! Can Limbaugh finish him?#T4#
Limbaugh looking to finish here with some ground and pound. He lands one big shot that has Tuutu covering up... and two more big strikes land, forcing the referee to step in and put and end to proceedings! This fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:19 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lester Limbaugh!
After winning the bout, Lester Limbaugh 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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