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Event:
GAMMA#880 Joosep v Damagon
Date: Feb 06, 2021 |
#R1#
Turturro misses with a hook
and Gomu counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#It looks like Umberto Turturro has been cut.
Umberto Turturro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Turturro closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Gomu swings wildly with an uppercut but Turturro uses good head movement to avoid it.
A bit of stalling here from Turturro.
Turturro blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Gomu lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Turturro.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Turturro. #BC2#
Turturro breaks the clinch.
Turturro with a lazy takedown attempt
and Gomu counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Turturro looks winded!
Turturro is looking to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gomu buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Turturro tries to clinch but Gomu moves out of range.
Gomu misses with a looping left.
Turturro tries to clinch there but Gomu circles away.
Gomu is looking to counter punch.
Turturro takes one on the button.#T1#
Turturro misses with a right hand
and Gomu counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#That has opened up Umberto Turturro's cut even more.
Gomu throws a body shot but no joy. #CL2#
Turturro moves into range and clinches up with Gomu.
Gomu lands a body punch in the clinch.
Turturro blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Gomu tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Turturro's elbow.
Gomu lands a right hand.
Gomu can't find room to land a body shot as Turturro controls the action.
Gomu looking to throw knees to the head but Turturro is blocking nicely.
Gomu lands a knee to the head.
Gomu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Gomu throws a punch but it's blocked by Turturro.
Turturro is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Turturro blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Gomu misses with a punch on the inside.
#T2#
Gomu with a knee to the head.
#CUT#The cut above Umberto Turturro's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Gomu misses with a hook from the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gomu. #BC#
Gomu breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL2#
Turturro has managed to clinch.
Gomu tries a body shot but Turturro blocks it.
Gomu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A nice right hand lands inside from Gomu.
Gomu misses with a punch on the inside.
Gomu misses with the head strike.
A left hand lands to the body for Gomu.
Gomu misses with a short punch on the inside.
Gomu goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Gomu fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T3#
Gomu fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Gomu lands with a light punch inside.
Gomu throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Turturro blocks it with crossed arms.
Gomu tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Turturro blocks an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Gomu fails to land. #TD2#
Turturro has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Gomu uses from the top position.
Turturro lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Gomu is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gomu is pulling down on Turturro's head to control his posture.
Gomu has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Gomu will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T4#
Turturro controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Gomu pulls Turturro in to control the position.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Gomu keeps moving.
Turturro not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Gomu is keeping the position.
Gomu working a defensive guard here.
Gomu keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
The referee must be thinking about standing these guys back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gomu Gomu dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Umberto Turturro's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Gomu keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Turturro tries to clinch but Gomu moves away
and Gomu counters with a leg kick.
Turturro fails with the takedown
letting Gomu counter with a right hand.
Turturro looks for a takedown but Gomu sprawls well.
Gomu displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Turturro.
Gomu Gomu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Umberto Turturro.
Gomu swats away the attempt to clinch by Turturro.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gomu cracks Turturro with an open hand slap.
Turturro staying out of range there.
Gomu avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#T1##CL2#
Turturro clinches up with Gomu and pushes him back against the cage.
Turturro is trying to pull guard but Gomu has him pressed against the cage.
Gomu tries a knee to the head but Turturro blocks it.
#TD2#
Turturro pulls guard successfully.
Gomu looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Turturro managing to control the position.
Gomu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Gomu not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SU#
Gomu stands and steps away. Turturro gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
Turturro misses with a leg kick
and Gomu counters with a leg kick.
Turturro wants to clinch up but Gomu keeps it at a distance.
Gomu is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Turturro can do to turn this around?
Turturro tries for a takedown but Gomu sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Gomu Gomu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Turturro looks to clinch
and Gomu counters with a nice low kick that buckles Turturro's knee momentarily.
Turturro is breathing heavily.
Turturro tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Gomu manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Gomu throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#CL2#
Turturro drives through and clinches with Gomu against the cage.
#T3#
Gomu looking to throw knees to the head but Turturro is blocking nicely.
Gomu works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Gomu lands a hook to the side of the head.
Gomu looking to throw knees to the head but Turturro is blocking nicely.
#BC#
Gomu breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Gomu thumps Turturro with a low kick.
Gomu loads up on a big right hand but Turturro slips the punch.
Turturro darts in trying to clinch
and Gomu counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CUT#Umberto Turturro's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Umberto Turturro's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Gomu Gomu!
A very excited looking Gomu Gomu rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed. |
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Event:
GAMMA#875 Horse v Grabber
Date: Jan 02, 2021 |
#R1#
Turturro steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Cobb.#CL2#
Turturro closes the distance and clinches.
Cobb misses with the head strike.
Cobb working aggressively here.
Cobb lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Cobb tries to land a knee to the head but Turturro blocks with his arms.
Cobb lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #CUT#It looks like Umberto Turturro has been cut.
Cobb lands a body shot.
A bit of stalling here from Cobb.
#BC#
Cobb breaks the clinch.
Cobb ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Turturro moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Cobb lands with a shot to the body.
A jab from Cobb misses.
Turturro tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Cobb manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Turturro closes this distance looking for a takedown but Cobb circles away.
Cobb connects with a leg kick. #T1#
Cobb throws a low kick, looking for Turturro's leg but Turturro calmly moves out of range.
Cobb buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown but Cobb shows good takedown defense.
Tyson Cobb has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Umberto Turturro.
Cobb thows a leg kick but Turturro checks it #TD2#
and Turturro counters with a single leg into guard. Cobb didn't expect that.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Cobb is keeping the position.
Turturro throws a big elbow that misses.
Turturro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cobb swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Cobb keeps moving.
Cobb wants to stand but Turturro is controlling the position. #T2#
Turturro in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Turturro has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Turturro controls from within his opponent's guard.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Cobb is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Turturro fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Cobb manages to avoid it.
Turturro wants to clinch.
Turturro uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Cobb.
Cobb scoring well with a low kick there.
Turturro with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Cobb to score with a decent uppercut.#T3#
Cobb avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Turturro is looking to clinch but Cobb is avoiding it.
Turturro tries to clinch but Cobb moves out of range.
Turturro blocks a head kick by Cobb.
#CL2#
Turturro moves into the clinch successfully.
Cobb misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#BC#
Cobb's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Turturro tries to clinch up.
Cobb is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.#CL2#
Turturro moves into range and clinches up with Cobb.
Cobb tries a body shot but Turturro blocks it.
Turturro letting Cobb take a breather here.
Cobb lands a nice shot to the body.
Cobb lands a shoulder strike.
Cobb tries to work over Turturro's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Cobb misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T4#
Cobb throws a punch but it's blocked by Turturro.
Turturro holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Cobb misses with some punches.
#TD2#
Turturro pulls Cobb into guard.
#SU#
Cobb stands up from Turturro's guard - Cobb perhaps looking for a knockout.
Turturro misses with a low kick.
Turturro slips under a jab from Cobb.
Turturro feints the counter takedown.
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!
Cobb avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Turturro comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Cobb connects with a solid leg kick. #CL2#
Turturro moves into the clinch.
Cobb throws a head punch that misses.
Cobb can't find room to land a body shot as Turturro controls the action.
Turturro blocks a body shot from Cobb.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tyson Cobb dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Umberto Turturro's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Cobb throws a leg kick which misses Turturro's front leg but catches the back leg as Turturro tries to avoid it.
Cobb throws a low kick but it's checked well by Turturro.
A solid leg kick lands there for Cobb.
Cobb circles away from the clinch attempt
and Cobb counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Tyson Cobb is winning the standup battle so far.
Cobb lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Turturro at a distance.
Cobb throws a hook to the side of Turturro's head but Turturro sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Cobb throws a body shot but no joy.
Cobb is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Turturro can do to turn this around?
A leg kick checked by Turturro.#CL2#
Turturro has closed the distance and engaged Cobb in a clinch.
Cobb cracks Turturro with a nice body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Cobb's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Cobb tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Cobb fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Turturro manages to avoid it.#CL2#
Turturro drives through and clinches with Cobb against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Cobb. #T1#
Turturro fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Cobb lands a nice shot to the body. #BC#
Cobb pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Cobb swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Turturro.
Umberto Turturro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Turturro has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Cobb.
Cobb misses with a body shot.
Turturro wants to clinch.
Cobb throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The fight stays on the outside here - Turturro looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Cobb looks to score with a jab to the body but Turturro is just out of range.
Turturro moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Cobb lands a glancing blow to the side of Turturro's head.
Turturro tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Cobb defends well and Turturro ends up having to push Cobb into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Cobb appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Nice defenses there by Turturro.#T2#
Cobb fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Turturro's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Turturro tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Cobb manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Cobb half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Cobb keeps the fight on the outside.
Turturro shoots in looking for a takedown. Cobb tries to sprawl out of it but Turturro keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Cobb manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Tyson Cobb has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Umberto Turturro.
Cobb swings for the body but Turturro moves out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Turturro tries to close the distance and clinch but Cobb swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Cobb half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#CL2#
Turturro rushes Cobb and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#BC#
Cobb breaks from the clinch.
Cobb looks to throw the jab but Turturro is out of range. #CL2#
Turturro closes the distance and clinches.
Turturro with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Cobb misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC#
Cobb breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Turturro looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#T3#
Turturro tries to clinch but Cobb moves out of range.
Turturro fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
A solid leg kick lands there for Cobb.
Turturro wants to clinch up but Cobb keeps it at a distance.
Turturro tries to clinch up.
Cobb throws a leg kick but Turturro moved away.
Turturro tries to clinch but Cobb is having none of it.
Cobb changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
The fight stays on the outside here - Turturro looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Cobb tries to counter with a takedown but Turturro is quick to defend against it.
Turturro walks into a jab.
A head kick misses from Cobb.
Cobb throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Turturro with the counter takedown but Cobb avoids it easily.
Turturro shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Cobb pinned against the cage. Cobb gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T4#
Cobb connects with a jab.
Turturro tries to close the distance and clinch but Cobb swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Turturro ducks under a wild hook from Cobb.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown but Cobb shows good takedown defense.
Turturro is looking to clinch but Cobb is avoiding it.
Turturro gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Cobb.
Cobb staying out of range there.
Turturro takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Tyson Cobb is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cobb misses with a low kick.
Turturro avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Turturro chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Cobb can pounce on him.
Turturro missing with a left hand there. Cobb was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #CL2#
Turturro takes the fight into the clinch.
Cobb lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Turturro backwards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tyson Cobb dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Umberto Turturro's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Cobb tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Turturro is able to avoid easily.#CL2#
Turturro closes the distance and pushes Cobb back into the cage.
Cobb swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Cobb lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC#
Cobb breaks from the clinch.
A chopping leg kick lands by Cobb.
Turturro moves in looking to clinch but Cobb pushes him off.
Turturro is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Turturro needs to keep his hands up - Cobb had a free shot at his head there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Turturro closes the distance and clinches.
Turturro misses with a knee strike.
Cobb lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #CUT#That has opened up Umberto Turturro's cut even more.
Cobb throws a head punch that misses. #BC2#
Turturro breaks the clinch.
#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Turturro. Cobb does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little feinted left hand from Cobb on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Cobb keeps the fight on the outside.
Cobb misses with a double jab.
Turturro is looking to clinch.
Cobb changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Turturro tries to clinch there but Cobb circles away.
Cobb bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Cobb lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Turturro tries to close the distance and clinch but Cobb swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Cobb scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
You can see that Turturro has visibly slowed down as a result of the leg kicks
Cobb pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Cobb avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#CL2#
Turturro has managed to clinch.
Turturro jumps guard but Cobb turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Cobb.
Turturro takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#BC2#
Turturro's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Cobb lands a leg kick that knocks Turturro off balance momentarily.
Tyson Cobb is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T2#
Turturro tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Cobb paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Cobb attempts a counter takedown but Turturro avoids it well and moves away.
Cobb takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Turturro thows a left - swing and a miss!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Turturro clinches with his opponent.
Turturro blocking some punches.
Turturro goes for a takedown in the clinch but Cobb prevents it.
Cobb lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Cobb pushes Turturro back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #T3#
A nice right hand lands inside from Cobb.
Cobb lands a shoulder strike.
Cobb throws a knee to the head but misses.
Cobb tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Turturro fails to pull guard.
Tyson Cobb has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Umberto Turturro.
Turturro fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC2#
Turturro breaks the clinch.
#T4#
Cobb scores with a head kick.
Umberto Turturro has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Turturro swings for the body but Cobb moves out of range.
Turturro is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
A little feinted left hand from Cobb on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Cobb misses with a head kick.
Turturro doesn't manage to clinch there - Cobb circles away.
#CL2#
Turturro fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Cobb, pushing him back against the cage.#BC2#
Turturro breaks from the clinch.
Turturro throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Turturro tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Turturro is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Cobb scores with a body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Cobb fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tyson Cobb showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Cobb, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge Andrew Berry scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tyson Cobb!
After the fight, Tyson Cobb was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
FARTMMA 125
Date: Nov 21, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Pankratios uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Turturro.
Turturro tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Pankratios keeps the fight on the outside.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Pankratios! But no joy.
Turturro fails with an attempt to clinch.
Pankratios connects with a nice looking jab.
Turturro is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Pankratios appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Turturro fails with an attempt to clinch.
Turturro tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Turturro walks into a straight right hand from Pankratios.
Pankratios cracks Turturro with a right hand to the side of the head.#CUT2#It looks like Umberto Turturro has been cut.
The fight stays on the outside here - Turturro looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Turturro scores with a nice strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
A lazy left from Pankratios finds it's target.
Turturro shoots in but Pankratios avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Turturro tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Pankratios manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Turturro tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Pankratios paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T1#
Turturro avoids the body shot from Pankratios.
Turturro tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Pankratios paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Turturro tries to clinch up.#CL#
Pankratios tries to keep at a distance but Turturro has taken the fight into the clinch.
Turturro blocking some punches.
#BC#
Turturro escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice cross by Pankratios.
Pankratios looks to score with a jab to the body but Turturro is just out of range.#TD#
Turturro closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Pankratios's guard.
Pankratios keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Pankratios tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro controlling from the top position.
Pankratios looking for a sweep. Not yet Pankratios, not yet.
Our spies down at at Rabid Dog inform us that Pankratios has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T2#
Pankratios keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Pankratios is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Pankratios lands with a punch from half guard.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Pankratios is nestled in close to Turturro, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Turturro taking some punishment here, with Pankratios in his half guard.
Pankratios trying to mount his opponent but Turturro defends it.
Pankratios trying to control from half guard but Turturro is working away.
Turturro makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Turturro.
Pankratios tries to free his leg and advance position but Turturro is retaining full guard. #T3#
Turturro tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Pankratios wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Turturro holds on and takes a little breather.
Turturro wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Pankratios trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Pankratios from controlling successfully.
Pankratios controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Pankratios from controlling successfully.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Pankratios works over Turturro with some ground and pound from guard.#CUT2#Umberto Turturro's cut is getting worse.#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Turturro controlling Pankratios's posture.
Pankratios slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Pankratios looking to pass the guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Pankratios gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Turturro.
Jab by Pankratios.#CUT2#Umberto Turturro's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Turturro takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Pankratios shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Turturro defends it nicely.
Pankratios takes a swing at Turturro's ribcage but misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hellas Pankratios dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Umberto Turturro's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
A nice left hand lands by Pankratios.
Pankratios misses with a hook from the clinch.
Stalling in the clinch from Turturro.
Pankratios tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Turturro's elbow.
Turturro blocks an uppercut.
A shot in the inside from Pankratios.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Pankratios lands a right hand that snaps the head of Turturro backwards.
Turturro wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Pankratios fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Pankratios misses with a punch to the body.
#T1#
Pankratios misses with some punches.
Pankratios lands a left hand that snaps the head of Turturro backwards.
Pankratios swings wildly with an uppercut but Turturro uses good head movement to avoid it.
Turturro jumps guard but Pankratios turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Pankratios misses with a punch on the inside.
Pankratios stalling against the cage.
#BC#
Turturro manages to break the clinch.
Pankratios has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Pankratios throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Turturro staying out of range there.
Pankratios misses with a straight right.
Turturro tries to clinch but Pankratios is having none of it.
Turturro throws a one two combo.
Turturro ducks right into an uppercut from Pankratios.
Pankratios circles away from the clinch attempt.
#T2#
Pankratios lands a head shot.
Pankratios looks to throw the jab but Turturro is out of range.
Turturro fails with an attempt to clinch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL#
Turturro takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Turturro breaks the clinch.
A low kick lands for Turturro.
Pankratios lands a jab to the nose.#CUT2#Jeez, Umberto Turturro's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Pankratios swats away the attempt to clinch by Turturro.
Turturro wants to clinch up but Pankratios keeps it at a distance.
Pankratios might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
A jab from Pankratios finds it's way through Turturro's defenses.
Turturro throws a left and a right that both miss
and Pankratios counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Turturro is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Turturro misses with the combination.
Pankratios is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Turturro feinted with a counter takedown.#T3#
Turturro throws an overhand right that lands on Pankratios's shoulder, as Pankratios tries to avoid the shot.
Turturro with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Pankratios throws a big shot that misses.#CL#
Turturro clinches.
Turturro tries to break free but Pankratios pushes him back against the cage.
Pankratios can't find room to land a body shot as Turturro controls the action.
Pankratios lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Turturro backwards.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Umberto Turturro's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Hellas Pankratios!
Hellas Pankratios seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
FARTMMA 119
Date: Oct 03, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Turturro has Panda up against the cage in a clinch.
Turturro prevents the takedown attempt.
Turturro stalling.
Panda keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Turturro's efforts to push away.
Panda misses with a hook to the ribs.
Panda stalling the fight.
Turturro prevents a takedown attempt there.
Panda is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Turturro gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Umberto Turturro has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Full Time Panda.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Panda lands a left hand.
Turturro effectively controlling the action here.
Panda softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#TD2#
Panda has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Turturro clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!#T1#
Turturro is trying to break free.
Turturro is working hard here to advance position.
Turturro turns into Panda and is now in his guard.
Turturro won't allow Panda to sweep him here.
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Panda is keeping the position for now.
Turturro controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2#
Turturro pushes down on Panda's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Turturro keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Turturro passes to full mount!
Turturro wants to control the pace but Panda is squirming around nicely.
Turturro controlling from mount. #T3#
Turturro can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Panda is looking to escape. #SUB#
Turturro is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by Turturro!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Umberto Turturro!
Umberto Turturro decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
FARTMMA 115
Date: Sep 05, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL#
Turturro moves into the clinch.#TD#
Turturro drags the fight down to the ground.
Machado stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Machado trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro pulls Machado in close to his closed guard and prevents Machado from doing any damage or advancing position.
Machado trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Turturro controlling Machado's posture. #T1##REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Machado moves out of range of the leg kick from Turturro.
Turturro stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Turturro wants it to stay on the feet.
Umberto Turturro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Turturro fails in his attempt to clinch. #TD2#
Machado closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Turturro is looking to get back to is feet but Machado passes into side control.
Turturro manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Machado 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.
Machado is trying to get back to full guard.
Turturro with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T2##SUB2#
Machado actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Machado looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Machado wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Turturro takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Turturro seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Machado does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Turturro has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Machado tries to hold on but Turturro postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Machado slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T3##SUB2#
Machado looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Machado trying to control from the bottom.
Turturro stalling. #SUB2#
Machado looking for a kimura from the bottom but Turturro passes into side control!
Turturro in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Machado tries to bench press Turturro off him but Turturro keeps the position.
Turturro controlling the position from side mount. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Machado manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Machado wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
Turturro content to control rather than advance.
Turturro prevents Machado from improving his position.#SUB2#
Machado looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Machado is defending well.
Turturro moves nicely into side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Umberto Turturro dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Machado tries for a takedown but Turturro sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Turturro is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Machado can do to turn this around?
Machado has a takedown stuffed.
Turturro tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Machado manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
And Machado tries to counter it with a takedown but Turturro pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Machado throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Turturro's waist but Turturro gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Machado off to one side.
Umberto Turturro has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Heitor Machado.
Turturro slaps away a takedown attempt from Machado, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD#
Turturro gets a takedown into half guard.
Machado is in trouble now - Turturro has advanced to mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro content just to control the position here.
Machado is in all sorts of trouble here.
Turturro can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Machado is looking to escape.
Umberto Turturro overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1#
Turturro lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Machado is squirming around, avoiding Turturro's attempts to control the action.
Machado wants to hold on but Turturro pushes him away.
Machado is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Machado wants to control but Turturro is having none of it.
Turturro wants to control the pace but Machado is squirming around nicely. #SUB#
Turturro with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#T2#
Turturro trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Machado tries to lock up and control but Turturro gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Machado is in all sorts of trouble here.
Turturro can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Machado is looking to escape.
Machado is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Turturro trying to control but Machado is having none of it.
Machado wants to hold on but Turturro pushes him away.#T3#
Machado might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Turturro haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Turturro tries to control but Machado wriggling away.
Turturro sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Machado tries to hold on but Turturro pushes him away.
Machado is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Turturro controlling the position easily from mount.
Machado is desperately trying to improve his position but Turturro has a good base and remains in mount.#T4#
Turturro takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#SUB#
Turturro is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Machado is surviving well by controlling Turturro's body position as best he can.
Machado holds on, trying desperately to control.
Turturro prevents Machado from getting the reversal.
Machado wants to control but Turturro is having none of it.
Turturro controlling the pace for now.
Machado bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Machado trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Umberto Turturro dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##TD#
Turturro closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Turturro lands in his opponent's guard.
Machado trying to control the position.
Turturro looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Turturro is pushing down on Machado's leg trying to pass to half guard. Machado is fighting to maintain full guard but Turturro has managed to sneak the leg through.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro wants to take a breather but Machado is having none of it. #SUB#
Turturro seems to be working for a kimura but Machado defends the submission attempt.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Machado is defending well. #T1##SUB2#
Machado looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Machado has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Turturro escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Turturro!
Machado sneaks back into half guard.#SUB2#
Machado looking for submissions off his back.
Machado is staying active underneath Turturro, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Machado is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Turturro pulls his head out easily.
Turturro wants to pass to mount but Machado is defending the position.
Machado is trying to maintain the position but Turturro is very close to passing his half guard.
Machado is refusing to be controlled, as Turturro sits in half guard.
Machado is looking to control Turturro's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Machado avoid being mounted?#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#T3#
Turturro tries to clinch but Machado is having none of it.
Machado shoots in for a double leg but Turturro sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL#
Turturro moves into the clinch.
Machado can't break the clinch.
Machado is trying to pull guard but Turturro turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#BC2#
Machado escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Turturro doesn't manage to clinch there - Machado circles away.
Machado swats away the attempt to clinch by Turturro.
Turturro lands a nice shot to the body.
Machado shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Turturro pinned against the cage. Turturro gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Turturro half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Umberto Turturro has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Heitor Machado.#CL#
Turturro rushes Machado and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#T4##BC2#
Machado pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Turturro gets a clinch. #BC#
Turturro breaks the clinch.
#TD#
Turturro shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Turturro passes to full mount!
Turturro looking to control and managing it successfully.
Umberto Turturro is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Machado tries to lock up and control but Turturro gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Machado is squirming around, avoiding Turturro's attempts to control the action.
And that's the end of the fight!
Umberto Turturro showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Turturro 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 Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 30:27
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 30:27
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Umberto Turturro!
Umberto Turturro bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
FARTMMA 109
Date: Jul 25, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Turturro tries to clinch up
and Simmons counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT2#It looks like Umberto Turturro has been cut.
Turturro tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Turturro is looking to clinch.
Turturro 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.
Turturro misses the shot to the body. #CL#
Turturro moves into the clinch successfully.
Simmons goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Simmons presses Turturro against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Simmons goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Simmons lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A shot in the inside from Simmons.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Turturro pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Turturro checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#CL#
Turturro has managed to clinch.
Simmons throws a head punch that misses.
Simmons makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.#T1#
Turturro stalling in the clinch but Simmons improves position.
Turturro is trying to stall.
Turturro can't seem to implement his control oriented gameplan at the moment. That's no bad thing of course, for those of us who want to see a good fight.
Turturro scores with an uppercut up the middle.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Simmons.
Turturro blocking some punches.
Turturro blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Simmons fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Simmons throws a head punch that misses.
Simmons tries to throw a body punch but Turturro avoids it by throwing Simmons back against the cage.
Turturro tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Simmons just stands there and leans against the cage.
Simmons swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Simmons lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Simmons tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A head punch on the inside from Simmons fails to land. #T2#
Simmons lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Simmons works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Turturro blocks an uppercut.
Turturro is trying to pull guard but Simmons turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#TD#
Turturro pulls guard.
Simmons wants to stand but Turturro is controlling his posture from full guard.
Turturro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Simmons is one step ahead there.
Simmons is looking to stand up but Turturro won't let him. #T3##SU2#
Simmons stands up and waves to Turturro to follow him. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Turturro pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Simmons misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Turturro tries to pull guard but Simmons holds him up against the cage and eventually Turturro drops back down to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Umberto Turturro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Simmons misses with the head strike.
A short left from Simmons.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Simmons. #BC#
Turturro manages to break the clinch.
#T4#
Turturro tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Simmons lands with a cross.
Turturro slips under a jab.
Turturro tries to counter with a takedown but Simmons is quick to defend against it.
Turturro closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Turturro throws an overhand right that lands on Simmons's shoulder, as Simmons tries to avoid the shot.
Simmons throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD#
and Turturro counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Simmons is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Turturro is controlling him.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro tries to free his leg and advance position but Simmons is retaining full guard.
Simmons is looking to stand up but Turturro isn't so interested in that idea.
Simmons can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Turturro controls the pace.
Turturro stops Simmons from standing up.
Simmons is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ben Simmons dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Umberto Turturro's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
Turturro with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Simmons to score with a decent uppercut.
Turturro tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Simmons throws out a counter right but Turturro avoids it with no problem.
Turturro moves in looking to clinch but Simmons pushes him off.
A punch lands to the side of Turturro 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Turturro tries to clinch but Simmons moves out of range.
Simmons lands a nice hook to Turturro's body. Turturro takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #CL#
Turturro forces Simmons back against the cage and clinches.
Simmons lands a left hand.
Simmons tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC#
Turturro pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro misses with a wild body shot.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Turturro.
Turturro throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Simmons's waist but Simmons gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Turturro off to one side.
Turturro takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#CUT2#Umberto Turturro's cut is getting worse.#CL2#
Simmons moves into range and clinches up with Turturro.#T1##BC#
Turturro breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Turturro clinches up with Simmons and pushes him back against the cage.
Simmons doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Turturro.
Simmons has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Simmons misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC#
Turturro breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Turturro tries to clinch up but Simmons circles away and keeps his distance.
Turturro tries to close the distance and clinch but Simmons swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Turturro doesn't manage to clinch there - Simmons circles away.
Umberto Turturro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Turturro tries to clinch but Simmons moves out of range.
Turturro wants to clinch but Simmons slips to the side
and Simmons counters with a nice uppercut.
Simmons attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Turturro missing with a left hand there. Simmons was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Turturro tries to clinch up but Simmons circles away and keeps his distance.
Simmons keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Turturro doesn't manage to clinch there - Simmons circles away.
A nice side step and Simmons releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.#T2##CL2#
Simmons rushes Turturro and presses him up against the cage.#BC#
Turturro breaks from the clinch.
Turturro falls off balance throwing a combination
letting Simmons counter with a right hand.
Simmons lands a jab to the head.
#CUT2#Umberto Turturro's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Simmons throws a body punch but Turturro moves out of range.
Simmons takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Turturro tries to score a power double leg takedown but Simmons sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Turturro somewhat.
A countering left hand to the body from Simmons misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Umberto Turturro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Simmons buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Turturro slips under a jab.
Turturro changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Turturro thows a leg kick but Simmons checks it
and Simmons counters with an inside leg kick.
Simmons misses with an uppercut.
Ben Simmons is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3##CL#
Turturro moves into the clinch successfully.
Turturro blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Turturro tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Simmons misses with the head strike.
Simmons lands a right hand. #CUT2#Jeez, Umberto Turturro's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Turturro blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Turturro blocks an uppercut.
Simmons fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Simmons doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Turturro blocks an uppercut.
Turturro blocks an uppercut.
Turturro blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Simmons working aggressively here.
Turturro is trying to drag Simmons to the mat but Simmons just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#T4#
A short right hand to the side of the head by Simmons.
Turturro blocking some punches.
Simmons working aggressively here.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Turturro.
Simmons misses with some punches.
A hook to the body from Simmons.
Turturro takes a shot to the head.
Turturro trying to stall but Simmons improves his position.
Turturro tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Simmons smiles and moves away.
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!#CL2#
Simmons instigates a clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Simmons.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Ben Simmons showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Umberto Turturro's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Turturro shoots in and drives through. Simmons sprawls well.
Nice jab there from Simmons.
Simmons misses the shot to the body.
Turturro changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
The fight stays on the outside here - Turturro looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Turturro is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Turturro is looking to clinch.
Turturro looks to score with a jab to the body but Simmons is just out of range.
Simmons lands a nice hook to Turturro's body. Turturro takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #CL#
Turturro gets a clinch.
Simmons lands a shoulder strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#BC#
Turturro breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Turturro uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Simmons.
Turturro half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Turturro scores with a crisp jab that stopped Simmons in his tracks.
Simmons scores with a decent looking hook.
Simmons throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Turturro stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1#
Simmons takes a swing at Turturro's ribcage but misses.
Simmons scores with a nice head shot.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Umberto Turturro's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:15 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Ben Simmons! |
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Event:
CACC 100
Date: Jun 20, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 1 losses; Fray Tormenta! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 3 losses; Umberto Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Turturro gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Tormenta to score an easy takedown into full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Tormenta (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Our spies down at at The White Castle inform us that Turturro has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Tormenta trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Tormenta trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Tormenta trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro working a defensive guard here.
Tormenta not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T1#
Tormenta wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Turturro trying to control the position.
Tormenta wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Turturro manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Tormenta manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tormenta (2) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Tormenta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Turturro passes Tormenta's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T2#
Turturro prevents Tormenta from improving his position.
Turturro passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Tormenta! Score +3 for passing guard: Tormenta (2) vs (5) Turturro
Turturro controlling from the full mount.
Tormenta wants to control but Turturro is having none of it.
Tormenta is in all sorts of trouble here.
Tormenta regains half guard.
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Tormenta is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Tormenta is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Kevin Spacey`s Basement of Doom, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Tormenta tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg. #T3#
Tormenta controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Turturro seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Tormenta does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Turturro prevents Tormenta from improving his position.
Turturro trying to control the action but Tormenta is working from the bottom.
Turturro prevents Tormenta from improving his position.
Tormenta trying to hold on to Turturro's head to control him but Turturro postures up.
Tormenta has his hands clasped together around Turturro's back. He's all about the action.#T4#
Tormenta is staying active underneath Turturro, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Tormenta works his way to full guard. Good work.
Turturro not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Tormenta looking for a sweep. Not yet Tormenta, not yet.
Tormenta has his hands on Turturro's head, controlling the position.
Turturro content to stall in guard here.
Tormenta wants to sweep here but Turturro controlling him for the moment.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Tormenta keeps moving. #T5#
Tormenta looking to hit a scissor sweep but Turturro is one step ahead there.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Tormenta is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Tormenta throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Tormenta looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Tormenta looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Turturro puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Turturro keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Turturro tries to pass the half guard into mount. Tormenta knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T6#
Tormenta is trying to maintain the position but Turturro is very close to passing his half guard.
Turturro trying to control from half guard but Tormenta is working away.
Turturro is thwarting Tormenta's attempts to control the position.
Turturro wants to control but Tormenta is keeping him busy.
Tormenta is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Turturro's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Turturro's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Tormenta (6) vs (5) Turturro
Tormenta trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#SUB#
Tormenta is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Turturro has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Tormenta will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Tormenta tries to keep control of the position but Turturro is staying busy.#T7#
Turturro trying to control the action but Tormenta just sinks the hooks in.
Tormenta trying to control momentarily.
#SUB#
Tormenta is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Turturro knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Turturro for a finish.
Tormenta has good solid back control here. #T8#
Turturro wants to escape the position.
Tormenta wants to control but Turturro is keeping busy.
Turturro trying to control the action but Tormenta just sinks the hooks in.
Tormenta trying to control momentarily.
Turturro is in bad spot here.
Tormenta trying to control.
Turturro tries to escape the position.
#T9#
Turturro wants to control his opponent's hands but Tormenta gets his hands free.
Turturro is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Tormenta controls the action.#SUB#
Turturro is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Tormenta gets his way!
#SUB#
Tormenta patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Tormenta really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Turturro.#T10#
Tormenta is looking to control Turturro but Turturro is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Turturro breaks Tormenta's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tormenta (6) vs (7) Turturro
Tormenta is trying to control the position but Turturro postures up.
Tormenta 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: Tormenta (8) vs (7) Turturro
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Tormenta has control of the leg.
Turturro is trying to control but can't.
#T11#
Tormenta works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Tormenta (11) vs (7) Turturro
Turturro is looking to reverse the position.
Turturro being controlled for a moment.
Turturro tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Tormenta wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Tormenta passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Turturro! Score +2 for reaching mount: Tormenta (13) vs (7) Turturro
Tormenta wants to control the pace but Turturro is squirming around nicely. #T12#
Turturro is looking to improve his position but Tormenta isn't that keen on the idea.
Tormenta seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Turturro is holding on tight.
Turturro tries to lock up and control but Tormenta gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Tormenta tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Turturro wants to hold on but Tormenta pushes him away.#T13#
Turturro is desperately trying to improve his position but Tormenta has a good base and remains in mount.
Turturro manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB#
Tormenta is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Turturro is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Fray Tormenta!
Fray Tormenta seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CACC 96
Date: Jun 06, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Umberto Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 7 losses; Sven Kristian Nielsen!
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Nielsen gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Nielsen turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Turturro (0) vs (4) Nielsen
Turturro is not content to let Nielsen control the position.
Turturro sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Nielsen is working for a kimura but Turturro is defending it quite comfortably.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Turturro looking for a kimura from the bottom but Nielsen passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (7) Nielsen
Turturro 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.
Nielsen content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Turturro slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Turturro had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Nielsen defends it easily.#T1#
Turturro can't keep his opponent in guard - Nielsen advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Nielsen is trying to control the action in half guard but Turturro is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
My spies in Catch Wrestling L.A. inform me that Nielsen has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Turturro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nielsen pulls his head out easily.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Nielsen is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Turturro might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Nielsen slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.
Nielsen tries to pass the half guard into mount. Turturro knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T2##SUB#
Turturro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Nielsen with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Nielsen is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.
Turturro is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Nielsen seems to be working for a kimura but Turturro defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Nielsen is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Nielsen wants to control but Turturro is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Nielsen is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Nielsen is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T3#
Turturro is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Nielsen's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Nielsen's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Turturro (4) vs (7) Nielsen#SUB#
Turturro is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
I really don't envy Nielsen right now.
#SUB#
Turturro 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, Nielsen has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Nielsen breaks Turturro's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (4) vs (9) Nielsen#SUB#
Nielsen got a little sloppy there for a moment and Turturro has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nielsen has managed to get both his arms back between Turturro's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Nielsen drops back looking for a leg! Turturro is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Turturro manages to kick Nielsen off! Nielsen jumps back into Turturro's guard. #SUB#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T4#
Nielsen wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving. #SUB#
Turturro working for a triangle but Nielsen defends it easily.
Nielsen stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Turturro has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Nielsen 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 Turturro. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (4) vs (12) Nielsen#SUB2#
Nielsen is trying to get an arm triangle but Turturro is defending well.
Nielsen wants to control but Turturro is keeping him busy.
Turturro tries to bench press Nielsen off him but Nielsen keeps the position.
Nielsen tries to move into full mount but can't pass Turturro's legs. #T5#
Turturro tries to bench press Nielsen off him but Nielsen keeps the position.
Nielsen wants to control but Turturro is keeping him busy.
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard.
Turturro looks to move to half guard but instead Nielsen has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (4) vs (14) Nielsen
Nielsen controlling from the full mount.
Turturro sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Turturro is pressing down on Nielsen's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Nielsen passes Turturro's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Nielsen is looking for a kimura but Turturro is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Nielsen to get the leverage.
Turturro is staying active underneath Nielsen, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T6#
Nielsen might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Turturro haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back.
Turturro won't allow Nielsen to pass to mount.
Nielsen trying to control the pace.
Turturro works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
Turturro had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Nielsen defends it easily.
Nielsen wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.#SUB#
Turturro is looking for a triangle here but Nielsen uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (4) vs (17) Nielsen
Nielsen wants to control but Turturro is keeping him busy. #T7#
Nielsen has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Turturro! Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (4) vs (19) Nielsen#SUB2#
Nielsen wants to finish this one by submission but Turturro is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Nielsen.
Turturro is trying to escape the mount.
Nielsen trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Turturro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Nielsen tries to control but Turturro wriggling away. #T8#
Nielsen content just to control the position here.
Nielsen wants to control the pace but Turturro is squirming around nicely.
Turturro tries to reverse the position but Nielsen maintains control.#SUB2#
Nielsen working for a submission but Turturro is keeping him at bay.
Nielsen can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Turturro is looking to escape.
Turturro manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nielsen trying to control from half guard but Turturro is working away. #T9#
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Nielsen is trying to control the action in half guard but Turturro is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Nielsen prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Nielsen in particular looking to stall.
Turturro is trying to get back to full guard.
Nielsen is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Nielsen trying to pass the guard but Turturro defending well.
Nielsen trying to control from half guard but Turturro is working away. #T10#
Turturro is trying to get back to full guard.
Nielsen is looking to take a break and control but Turturro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Turturro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nielsen pulls his head out easily.
Nielsen prevents Turturro from improving his position.#SUB#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.
Nielsen is trying to control. Turturro wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The fighters are battling for position here. Turturro manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Turturro looking for subs off his back but Nielsen has passed one foot through into half guard.
Turturro is breathing heavily.
Turturro is not content to let Nielsen control the position.#T11#
Still in half guard, Nielsen seems content to control.
Nielsen tries to pass the half guard into mount. Turturro knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Turturro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Nielsen pulls his head out easily.
Turturro is staying active underneath Nielsen, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Turturro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Nielsen is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T12##SUB#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back.
Turturro gets full guard.
Nielsen stays in close to Turturro's body and controls the position.
Turturro manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Nielsen manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (6) vs (19) Nielsen
Turturro preventing the sweep.
Turturro controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Nielsen keeps moving.
Nielsen lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (6) vs (21) Nielsen#SUB#
Turturro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nielsen doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Nielsen manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T13##SUB#
Turturro is looking for a triangle here but Nielsen uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (6) vs (24) Nielsen
Nielsen works to advance to full mount. Turturro defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (6) vs (26) Nielsen#SUB2#
Nielsen is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Turturro has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Nielsen wants to control the pace but Turturro is squirming around nicely. #SUB2#
Nielsen looking to isolate an arm here. Turturro doesn't see it coming and as Nielsen extends the arm, he's forced to tap out! Nice submission by Nielsen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Sven Kristian Nielsen!
During a confident post fight interview, Sven Kristian Nielsen thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
JAG Plus
Date: May 16, 2020 |
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Turturro ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Turturro.
Turturro closes the distance and clinches up with Blood, looking for a takedown. Turturro pushes Blood against the cage but Blood circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Blood pushes Turturro up against the cage in a clinch.
Blood misses with a hook to the ribs.
Turturro tries to pull guard but Blood forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Jack Blood has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Umberto Turturro.
Turturro tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Blood smiles and moves away.
Blood rushes Turturro and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blood lands a hook to the side of the head.
Blood tries a body shot but Turturro blocks it.
Turturro tries to pull guard but Blood holds him up against the cage and eventually Turturro drops back down to his feet.
Turturro jumps guard but Blood stands there with Turturro around his waist. Turturro gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Turturro is trying to pull guard but Blood turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Blood swings away with an uppercut that misses.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Turturro manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Blood connects with a couple of short punches.
Blood content to stall in guard here.
Blood throws a big elbow that misses.
Our spies down at at UnderGround BJJ & MMA inform us that Turturro has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Blood has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Turturro looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Turturro has his foot on Blood's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Blood works his way back into a safe position though.
Blood trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Blood stands up over Turturro, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Blood 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.
Blood got a little sloppy there for a moment and Turturro has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Blood has managed to get both his arms back between Turturro's legs - danger averted.
Turturro looking for a guillotine here but Blood defends easily.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Blood stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Blood got a little sloppy there for a moment and Turturro has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Blood has managed to get both his arms back between Turturro's legs - danger averted.
Blood trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Blood stands and throws Turturro's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Blood has knee on belly and moves into mount.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Blood trying to control but Turturro is having none of it.
Turturro is wriggling around trying to escape.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Turturro taking shots to the head.
Turturro is wriggling around trying to escape.
Blood controlling from the full mount.
Turturro can't escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Blood is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Turturro can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Blood punishing his opponent with strikes.
Turturro is in all sorts of trouble here.
Blood is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Turturro is surviving well by controlling Blood's body position as best he can.
Blood working the ground and pound effectively.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Blood trying to control but Turturro is having none of it.
Blood putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Blood putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Turturro regains half guard.
Turturro looking for submissions off his back.
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.
Blood prevents Turturro from improving his position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Blood landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jack Blood dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
Blood pushes Turturro up against the cage in a clinch.
Turturro pulls guard successfully.
Blood content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Blood stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
Blood wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Blood stands and throws Turturro's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Turturro tries to bench press Blood off him but Blood keeps the position.
Blood will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blood scoring with punches from side control.
Turturro looks to move to half guard but instead Blood has passed into mount! Damn!
Turturro is trying to escape the mount.
Jack Blood overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Turturro regains half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
Blood is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
Blood trying to control from half guard but Turturro is working away.
Blood is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Turturro can do to turn this around?
Blood works his foot free and advances to mount.
Turturro is desperately trying to improve his position but Blood has a good base and remains in mount.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Blood tries to control but Turturro wriggling away.
Turturro is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Blood takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Turturro is working to get back to half guard.
Blood lands a big shot there that rocks Turturro but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Blood manages to capitalize on a mistake by Turturro to take his back!
Blood keeps control of the position as Turturro tries to break free.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Blood lands an elbow to the side of the head.
Turturro can't escape the position.
Turturro rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Blood is trying to control the action in half guard but Turturro is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Blood tries to pass to full mount but Turturro defends it.
Blood trying to control from half guard but Turturro is working away.
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Blood is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.
Blood looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Turturro moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Turturro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Blood sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Blood got a little sloppy there for a moment and Turturro has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Blood has managed to get both his arms back between Turturro's legs - danger averted.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Blood content to stall in guard here.
Turturro wants to hit a sweep here but Blood passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Turturro there!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jack Blood dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
Turturro shoots in for a takedown but Blood shows good takedown defense.
Blood clinches up with Turturro and pushes him back against the cage.
Blood gets underhooks to prevent Turturro's takedown attempt.
Turturro has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Blood is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Jack Blood has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Umberto Turturro.
Blood prevents a takedown attempt there.
Blood misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Blood lands a body shot in the clinch.
Blood tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Turturro tries for a takedown. No joy.
Blood lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Turturro fails to pull guard.
Blood lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
It looks like Umberto Turturro has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body punch from Blood.
A short uppercut from Blood.
A body shot lands from Blood.
Blood cracks Turturro with a nice body shot.
Blood lands a body shot in the clinch.
Blood presses Turturro against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Turturro takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Blood lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Turturro backwards.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Blood lands a body punch.
A right hook to the body lands for Blood.
Turturro prevents a body shot from Blood.
A nice right hand lands inside from Blood.
Blood lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Blood lands an uppercut.
Blood lands a body shot.
Blood pushes Turturro back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Blood lands a nice shot to the body.
Blood working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Blood throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Turturros head.
Blood lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Blood scores with a shoulder strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Blood lands with a left to the head.
Blood lands with a light punch inside.
Blood lands with a short shot to the head.
Blood is working Turturro over against the cage.
Blood scores with a nice hook to the head.
Blood lands with a left to the head.
Blood misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Blood tries a body shot but Turturro blocks it.
Jack Blood is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Blood lands a hook to the side of the head.
Turturro has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Blood after a bit of a struggle.
Turturro is trying to pull guard but Blood turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Turturro is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Blood to keep the fight standing.
A short right from Blood on the inside.
Turturro drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Blood gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Blood gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Turturro.
Turturro tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Turturro tries to pull guard but Blood holds him up against the cage and eventually Turturro drops back down to his feet.
Jack Blood has scored more points in the clinch so far.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Turturro blocks a body shot from Blood.
Blood misses with a body punch.
Turturro tries to pull guard but Blood holds him up against the cage and eventually Turturro drops back down to his feet.
Turturro tries to pull guard but Blood won't allow it.
Turturro tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Turturro is trying to drag Blood to the mat but Blood just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Turturro jumps guard but Blood turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Blood gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Turturro.
Turturro jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Blood walks away with a smile on his face. Turturro gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Blood fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Turturro, pushing him back against the cage.
Blood stops a takedown attempt from Turturro.
Blood lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Turturro looking for a takedown.
Turturro is trying to pull guard but Blood has him pressed against the cage.
Blood is pressed up against the cage. Turturro has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Blood down to the mat. Blood avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Blood pushes Turturro up against the cage in a clinch.
Turturro jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Blood walks away with a smile on his face. Turturro gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Turturro fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Umberto Turturro has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Blood stuffs the takedown attempt from Turturro. Turturro gets slowly back to his feet.
Blood changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jack Blood showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Blood 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 30:26
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:26
Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jack Blood!
Jack Blood decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CACC 81
Date: Apr 25, 2020 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Tyrone Sparxx (ranked 1828 p4p, 206 weight class) and Umberto Turturro (ranked 759 p4p, 99 weight class). Sparxx comes to the ring accompanied by Thug Life - Lugz. Both fighters look fresh as a daisy as they make their way towards the ring.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 16 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Umberto Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Lou da Vinci, John Roberts and David Schapiro.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Turturro fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Sparxx throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Turturro tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Sparxx is in Turturro's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (0) Turturro
Sparxx is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Catch Wrestling L.A. that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Turturro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Turturro working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Sparxx has passed into half guard!
Sparxx looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Sparxx is trying to control. Turturro wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Sparxx jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (5) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard.
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Sparxx's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Sparxx! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Turturro has tapped! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Tyrone Sparxx!
Tyrone Sparxx managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Conviction, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
JAG Onslaught
Date: Mar 28, 2020 |
#R1#
Turturro shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Jones as he avoids it easily.
Turturro dives in for a single leg takedown but Jones sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Jones is looking for the big counter here.
Jones lands a nice hook to Turturro's body. Turturro takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Turturro misses with a takedown attempt - Jones sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Umberto Turturro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Turturro takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#CUT2#
It looks like Umberto Turturro has been cut.
Turturro fails with a takedown attempt.
A low kick from Jones misses #TD#
and Turturro counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Turturro is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Turturro is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Jones is just riding it out for now. Turturro eventually gives up the hold.
Jones gets back to full guard.
#T1#
Jones is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #SUB#
Turturro is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Jones is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Jones has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Jones must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Turturro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Jones looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Turturro is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Jones is pushing down on Turturro's leg trying to pass to half guard. Turturro is fighting to maintain full guard but Jones has managed to sneak the leg through.
Jones controlling the pace.
Jones tries to pass the half guard into mount. Turturro knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Jones prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Jones is pressing down on Turturro's thigh, looking to free his foot. Turturro is holding on for now. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Turturro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Jones is trying to get back to his feet now but his leg is trapped.
Jones works his foot free and advances to mount.
Turturro manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T3##SUB#
Turturro has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Jones escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Jones!
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Turturro is working hard here to advance position.
Jones controlling the position.
Turturro is looking for a sweep.#SU2#
Jones stands up and beckons Turturro to his feet.
The fighters circle momentarily. Jones darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T4#
Jones throws a body punch but Turturro moves out of range.
Turturro tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Jones manages to circle out of the way.
Turturro tries for a takedown but Jones sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Jones looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Jones misses with a series of wild punches.
Turturro ducks right into an uppercut from Jones.
Jones sizes up Turturro with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Jones scores with a nice head shot.
Turturro takes one to the chin there.
Jones has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jones digs a good body shot into Turturro's ribs.
Bubba Jones is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Turturro takes one to the side of the head.
Turturro is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Turturro.
Jones misses with a right hand #TD#
so Turturro counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Jones manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bubba Jones dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Umberto Turturro's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Jones motions for Turturro to come forward. Jones throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Turturro was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Turturro shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Jones pinned against the cage. Jones gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Jones swinging wildly here.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Jones.
Jones throws a jab but it's blocked by Turturro.
Turturro attempts a counter takedown but Jones avoids it well and moves away.
Jones is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Turturro moves out of range of the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones misses with a hook. Turturro ducked under it nicely.
Jones has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
A cross from Jones lands.
A shot to the liver by Jones. Beautiful body shot.
Jones scores with a nice strike.
Turturro ducks under a wild hook from Jones.#T1#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Turturro.
Jones throws a jab when Turturro was well out of range.
Turturro showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jones.
#TD#
Turturro drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#SUB#
Turturro has gone for a leg lock! Jones slips out almost immediately though and dives into Turturro's guard.#REVB#
Jones looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Turturro has his foot on Jones's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Jones works his way back into a safe position though.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Jones from controlling successfully. #T2#
Jones is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Jones slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The referee asks Jones politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Jones prefers to stall for the moment though.
Turturro is looking for a sweep.
Turturro is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Jones off and has taken his back!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jones tries to escape but Turturro has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Jones is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Jones trying to get back to his feet but Turturro is in full control for now. #T3#
Turturro is trying to stick to Jones's back but Jones is turning into Turturro. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Turturro's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Jones.
Jones trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Turturro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jones doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jones manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Bubba Jones has got the better of the ground game so far.
Jones's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Turturro is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jones defends well.#SUB#
Turturro throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Jones escapes and throws Turturro's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Jones wants to control but Turturro is keeping him busy. #T4#
Jones is staying tight to Turturro's torso, preventing him from escaping. #SU2#
Jones has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Jones cracks the inside of Turturro's front leg.
Turturro looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Jones misses with a right hand #TD#
so Turturro counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB#
Turturro postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Jones is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Turturro, into his guard. #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Turturro has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Jones can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bubba Jones showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Umberto Turturro's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! And we move into the final round!
#R3#
Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Turturro avoids the head kick by Jones.
Turturro keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jones looks to throw the jab but Turturro is out of range.
Horrible takedown attempt by Turturro or perhaps it was just good defense by Jones, which made it look bad.
Turturro displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Jones throws out the jab.
Jones keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
It seemed like Jones was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Turturro steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jones.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro slips under a jab from Jones.
Bubba Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones lands a body shot.
Turturro shoots in and drives through. Jones sprawls well.
Jones throws out a counter right but Turturro avoids it with no problem.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Umberto Turturro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Good shot there by Jones.
Turturro takes one to the chin there.#T1#
Turturro tries for a takedown but Jones sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Turturro fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Turturro dives in and grabs Jones's left leg, looking for a takedown. Jones pushes down on Turturro's head and hops out.
A head kick misses from Jones.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown but Jones shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Good leg kick by Jones there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Turturro keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Jones keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Jones throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jones lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Turturro at a distance.
Jones throws a hook but Turturro blocks it.
Jones cracks Turturro with a right hand to the side of the head.#T2#
Turturro takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Jones finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Turturro has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Turturro there as he acknowledges the shot.
Turturro is trying hard to land a takedown here. Jones sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Jones getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jones misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Turturro.
A little feinted left hand from Turturro on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Turturro takes one on the button.#TD#
Turturro shoots in and gets a takedown into Jones's guard.#ES2#
Jones uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Good work by Turturro as he checks the leg kick.
Jones scores with a sloppy right hand. Turturro should have avoided that one.
Jones scores with a nice head shot.
Horrible takedown attempt by Turturro or perhaps it was just good defense by Jones, which made it look bad. #T3#
Jones misses with a left hand #TD#
and Turturro counters with a takedown into side control.
You can see the frustration on Jones's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Jones is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Turturro is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Jones knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Turturro tries for a kimura but Jones is defending well.
Jones tries to buck Turturro off but Turturro is having none of it.#SUB#
Turturro swings around for an armbar but Jones sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Turturro's guard.
Jones won't allow Turturro to sweep him here. #T4#
Jones sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Turturro's guard.
Jones seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Jones seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Turturro does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Jones wants to stand but Turturro has hold of a leg and an arm, so he's trapped for now. #SUB#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.#SU2#
Jones decides to stand up and try his luck on the feet.
Bubba Jones seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Jones throws a good cross that connects.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Turturro shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Jones but Jones pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Umberto Turturro has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jones ducks under a wild hook from Turturro.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bubba Jones comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Jones 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 Paul Tew scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bubba Jones!
During a confident post fight interview, Bubba Jones thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
JAG Contenders 2
Date: Feb 15, 2020 |
#R1#
McStoner thows a left - swing and a miss!
Turturro is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Turturro keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from McStoner.#TD2#
Turturro scores with a takedown into McStoner's guard.#SUB2#
Turturro has gone for a leg lock! McStoner slips out almost immediately though and dives into Turturro's guard.#REVR#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
McStoner avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Turturro had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. McStoner defends it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Turturro looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but McStoner is defending well. Turturro quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! McStoner has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Turturro celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Umberto Turturro!
A less than humble Umberto Turturro misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Event:
JAG Friday Night 1
Date: Jan 10, 2020 |
#R1#
Turturro takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#CUT#
It looks like Umberto Turturro has been cut.
Turturro closes the distance and clinches up with Aorigele, looking for a takedown. Turturro pushes Aorigele against the cage but Aorigele circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Aorigele but Aorigele pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Aorigele swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Turturro shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Aorigele defends it nicely.
Panda Aorigele has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Umberto Turturro.
Aorigele lands a jab to the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T1#
Aorigele looks to land a left hand but Turturro moved out of range nicely.
Turturro dives in and grabs Aorigele's left leg, looking for a takedown. Aorigele pushes down on Turturro's head and hops out.
Turturro misses with a takedown attempt - Aorigele sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Jab, jab by Aorigele - just one landing. #CUT#
That has opened up Umberto Turturro's cut even more.
Aorigele throws a hook but Turturro avoids it easily.
Aorigele has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Canadian Elite Bruins Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Turturro fails with a takedown attempt.
Panda Aorigele is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Turturro fails to land the takedown.#T2#
Turturro shoots in looking for a takedown. Aorigele tries to sprawl out of it but Turturro keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Aorigele manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Turturro shoots for a double leg takedown but Aorigele sprawls well. He's pushed Turturro's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Aorigele waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Turturro.
Aorigele misses with a hook
#CL2#
and Turturro holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Turturro fails to pull guard.
#TD2#
Turturro successfully pulls guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Aorigele would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB2#
Aorigele avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Aorigele stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.#T3##SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SU#
Aorigele decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Turturro, up you get!
Turturro dives in for a single leg takedown but Aorigele sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Aorigele digs a good body shot into Turturro's ribs.
Aorigele misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Turturro displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Aorigele throws out the jab.
Turturro moves out of range of the strikes.
Aorigele misses with a hook. Turturro ducked under it nicely.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Aorigele as he jumps to the side. #T4#
Aorigele swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Turturro looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Nice takedown defense from Aorigele. No joy for Turturro on that attempt.
Aorigele misses with a looping right.
Nice takedown defense from Aorigele. No joy for Turturro on that attempt.
Aorigele throwing a counter right hand but Turturro manages to avoid it.
Turturro ducks under a wild hook from Aorigele.#TD2#
Turturro looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Aorigele wants to stand but Turturro is controlling the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Turturro drops back looking for a leg! Aorigele is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Aorigele manages to kick Turturro off! Turturro jumps back into Aorigele's guard. #SUB2#
Turturro drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Turturro jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Panda Aorigele dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Umberto Turturro's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Turturro fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Horrible takedown attempt by Turturro or perhaps it was just good defense by Aorigele, which made it look bad.
An attempted straight right counter from Aorigele misses the target.
Turturro takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
A big left from Aorigele misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro slips a jab from Aorigele.
Aorigele waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Turturro.
Turturro takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Panda Aorigele is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Aorigele misses with a right hand #TD2#
and Turturro counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Turturro.
Aorigele has his hands on Turturro's head, controlling the position. #SUB2#
Turturro drops back looking for a leg! Aorigele is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Aorigele manages to kick Turturro off! Turturro jumps back into Aorigele's guard.
Aorigele has Turturro pulled in close to control his posture.
Turturro won't allow Aorigele to sweep him here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Turturro 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.
Aorigele seems keen to control Turturro's posture.#SUB2#
Turturro 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. #T2##SUB2#
Turturro thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Aorigele looking to hit a scissor sweep but Turturro is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Turturro thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Aorigele trying to control the position here. #SUB2#
Turturro drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Turturro jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Turturro thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Aorigele is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Turturro can do to turn this around?#ES#
Aorigele is scooting his butt against the cage and has managed to get back to his feet. Turturro presses him back against the cage, presumably looking to take the fight back to the mat.
Turturro tries to pull guard but Aorigele forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Panda Aorigele has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Umberto Turturro.
Aorigele is defending well against a takedown attempt.#BC#
Aorigele breaks from the clinch.
Aorigele slaps away a takedown attempt from Turturro, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T3#
Turturro shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Aorigele missing with a left hand there. Turturro was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Turturro avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Aorigele as he jumps to the side.
Aorigele misses with an uppercut. Turturro saw that one coming.
Turturro looks for a takedown but Aorigele sprawls well.#T4#
Turturro shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Aorigele as he avoids it easily.
Turturro uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Aorigele.
Aorigele leaves Turturro with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Aorigele misses with a straight right.
A telegraphed right hand from Aorigele misses the target.
Turturro misses with a takedown attempt - Aorigele sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Turturro tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Aorigele swivels and escapes.
Turturro slips under a jab from Aorigele.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Panda Aorigele dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Umberto Turturro's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. This is the final round!
#R3#
Aorigele slaps away a takedown attempt from Turturro, before circling back to the center of the mat.
An attempted straight right counter from Aorigele misses the target.
Aorigele missing with a left hand there. Turturro was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Turturro slips under a jab.
Aorigele is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Turturro fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Aorigele throws a one two combo.
#T1##KD#
Oooooh!!! Aorigele has knocked Turturro down with a huge combo! Aorigele steps away and waves a wobbly Turturro back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CUT#
The cut above Umberto Turturro's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Turturro ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Turturro will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Panda Aorigele has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Umberto Turturro.
Aorigele thows a left - swing and a miss!
Turturro tries to score a power double leg takedown but Aorigele sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Turturro somewhat.
Aorigele throws the left hand but Turturro avoids the punch easily.
Turturro drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#CUT#
Umberto Turturro's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Umberto Turturro's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:06 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Panda Aorigele!
After winning the bout, Panda Aorigele thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
Eternity 4
Date: Dec 14, 2019 |
#R1#
Turturro fails to land the takedown.
Mircea leaves Turturro with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Mircea misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Turturro.
#TD2#
Turturro scores with a takedown into Mircea's guard.#SUB2#
Turturro drops back, looking for a kneebar! Mircea looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Mircea looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Mircea! #REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro being controlled for a moment.
Mircea passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Turturro! #T1#
Mircea sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Turturro working to try and regain half guard.
#SU#
Mircea stands up from mount. Strange move.
Mircea throws a body kick that misses.
Turturro avoids a kick to the body.
Mircea throws a half hearted mid kick.
Turturro fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Alexandru Mircea has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Umberto Turturro.
Mircea defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Turturro.
Mircea throws a jab but it's blocked by Turturro.
Mircea cracks Turturro with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.#CUT#
It looks like Umberto Turturro has been cut.
Alexandru Mircea is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
Mircea stuffs the takedown attempt from Turturro. Turturro gets slowly back to his feet.
Mircea throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Turturro fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Turturro shoots and misses
and Turturro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mircea stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Mircea wants it to stay on the feet.
Turturro fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Mircea avoids it really well and circles away.#T3#
Turturro on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Mircea. Mircea obviously looking to wear him down.
Turturro tries for a takedown but Mircea sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Mircea jabs Turturro to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Turturro darts in looking for a takedown but Mircea gets double underhooks and turns Turturro into the cage.
Mircea connects with a jab.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Turturro is defended easily by Mircea.#T4##TD2#
Turturro looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#SUB2#
Turturro drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Turturro jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Mircea is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Turturro drops back, looking for a kneebar! Mircea looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Mircea looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Mircea! #REVR#
Turturro tries to improve position but can't.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Mircea controlling the position from side mount.
Turturro gets back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandru Mircea dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Umberto Turturro's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Turturro fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Mircea misses with an attempted mid kick.
Mircea swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mircea scores with a jab to the jaw.
Mircea throws a body punch but Turturro moves out of range.
Turturro moves out of range of the body kick from Mircea.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mircea pushes Turturro away with a front kick.
Turturro misses with a takedown attempt - Mircea sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#T1##TD2#
Turturro closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Mircea's guard.
Alexandru Mircea overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Mircea bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Turturro's guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Turturro had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Mircea defends it easily.#SU#
Mircea stands and steps away. Turturro gets to his feet too and we're back to the striking game.
No luck for Turturro with that takedown attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from Mircea misses the target.
Alexandru Mircea has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Umberto Turturro.
Turturro shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Mircea pinned against the cage. Mircea gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Mircea is looking to counter punch.#T2#
Mircea is looking to land body kicks.
Turturro avoids the head kick by Mircea.
Turturro keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Mircea.
Turturro misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Mircea defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Turturro.
Mircea tries to land a front kick but Turturro steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Mircea lands a head shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Turturro tries for a takedown but Mircea sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Turturro gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#CUT#
That has opened up Umberto Turturro's cut even more.#T3#
Turturro shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Mircea sprawls well. Mircea wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Turturro gets slowly back to his feet.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown but Mircea shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Turturro blocks a low kick nicely.#TD2#
Turturro closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Mircea struggling a bit here.#SUB2#
Turturro is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Mircea is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Mircea tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Turturro wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4##SUB2#
Turturro has an Americana. Mircea didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Turturro is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Turturro hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:20 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Umberto Turturro!
In his post fight interview, Umberto Turturro started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 99
Date: Nov 09, 2019 |
#R1#
Raper misses with an attempted mid kick.
Raper misses with a straight left.
A lazy left from Raper finds it's target.#CUT#
It looks like Umberto Turturro has been cut.
Turturro ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Raper throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD2#
and Turturro counters with a single leg into guard. Raper didn't expect that. #SUB2#
Turturro 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. #SUB2#
Turturro 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.
Raper is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Chris Leben KO Academy that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.#SUB2#
Turturro thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Turturro 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. #SUB2#
Turturro drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Raper manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Turturro has Raper in his guard.#REVR##T1#
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Raper from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Turturro has an active guard here but Raper has managed to pass into half guard.
Raper prevents Turturro from improving his position.#SUB2#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Raper in particular looking to stall.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Raper is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Raper is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Turturro wants to sweep but Raper has passed to side control!#T3#
Turturro is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Raper off and has taken his back!#SUB2#
Turturro working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB2#
Turturro is persistently looking for the submission but Raper is defending it well.
#SUB2#
Raper defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Turturro's arms. #SUB2#
Turturro seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under Raper's chin but Raper turns very nicely into Turturro's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by Raper.
#SUB2#
Turturro throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Raper escapes and throws Turturro's legs to the side, diving into side control! #T4#
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Turturro keeps trying to improve his position.
Turturro sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Raper is controlling the pace.
Turturro is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Raper's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Raper's back!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Raper showing good submission defense here.
#SUB2#
Turturro is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Raper has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Umberto Turturro dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Umberto Turturro's cut.
That's time! Raper's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Raper misses with a two punch combination.
Raper throws a hook but Turturro avoids it easily.
Raper throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#CL#
Raper closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes. #TD2#
Turturro manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Raper engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Umberto Turturro has got the better of the ground game so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Raper advances position into side control!#T1#
Raper trying to control the position but Turturro is working away.
Turturro is looking to regain half guard here but Raper keeps moving and retains side control.
Turturro regains half guard.#SUB2#
Turturro looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Raper pushes past his half guard into mount!
Turturro is desperately trying to improve his position but Raper has a good base and remains in mount.
Turturro is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Raper can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Turturro is looking to escape.
Turturro gets back to half guard.#T2#
Raper keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back.
Raper trying to control the action but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard but Raper has passed into side control.
Turturro tries to buck Raper off but Raper is having none of it.#T3#
Raper is looking to take a break and control but Turturro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard.
Raper wants to control but Turturro is keeping him busy.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Turturro tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Raper presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount!
Turturro is trying desperately to improve position.#T4#
Raper tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Turturro is looking to get to half guard.
Raper tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Biff Raper dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Umberto Turturro's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3#
A combination from Raper does no damage.
Turturro wants to counter the offense by Raper and move into the clinch position.
A head kick misses from Raper.
Raper connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Turturro tries to score a power double leg takedown but Raper sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Turturro somewhat.#CL#
Raper darts in and clinches Turturro up against the ropes.
Turturro's coach down at The Philippines Finest was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Turturro's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Raper lands with a short punch from the clinch.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Raper.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Raper scores with a nice hook to the head.
Raper tries a body shot but Turturro blocks it.
Raper lands a nice uppercut.
Raper lands with a short shot to the head.
Raper lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Raper lands with a short head shot on the inside. #T1#
Turturro is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the ropes enables Raper to keep the fight standing.
Raper lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Turturro takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Raper throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Turturro has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Raper avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Biff Raper has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Umberto Turturro.
Raper lands a nice uppercut.
Turturro tries to pull guard but Raper won't allow it.
Raper lands a left hand.
Raper lands with a right to the head.
Raper lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Raper scores with a nice hook to the head.
Raper lands a shoulder strike.
A nice right hand lands inside from Raper.
Raper scores with an uppercut up 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!
Raper working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Raper is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Turturro can do to turn this around?
Raper lands a hook that snaps the head of Turturro backwards. #CUT#
That has opened up Umberto Turturro's cut even more.
Turturro tries to pull guard but Raper holds him up against the ropes and eventually Turturro drops back down to his feet.
A hook to the body from Raper.
A right hand to the body from Raper.
Raper scores with a nice hook to the head.#T2#
A nice right hand lands inside from Raper.
Raper lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Raper lands with a left to the head.
Raper lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #ROC#
Turturro is rocked!
A body shot lands from Raper.
Turturro is still on wobbly legs! Can Raper finish him?
A right handed body shot lands from Raper.
Turturro seems to have recovered his senses.
Raper creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Turturro's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Turturro drops to his knees and Raper pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Biff Raper!
Biff Raper retains his heavyweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Biff Raper thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 91
Date: Oct 12, 2019 |
#R1#
Turturro blocks a head kick by Raper.
#TD2#
Turturro closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Raper to the mat! Raper manages to get full guard. #SUB2#
Turturro thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Turturro thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Turturro drops back looking for a leg! Raper is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Raper manages to kick Turturro off! Turturro jumps back into Raper's guard. #SUB2#
Turturro drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Turturro jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro stopping the sweep attempt from Raper.
Turturro has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at The Philippines Finest. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB2#
Turturro drops back, looking for a kneebar! Raper looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Raper looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Raper! #REVR#
Turturro sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Raper will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T1#
Raper wants to control but Turturro is keeping him busy.
Raper is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB2#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.
Raper with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.
Raper prevents Turturro from improving his position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Turturro works his way to full guard. Good work.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Raper is posturing up here but Turturro has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Raper tries to roll out but it's too tight and Raper has to tap! Slick submission there by Turturro!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Umberto Turturro!
After the fight, Umberto Turturro was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 82
Date: Sep 13, 2019 |
#R1#
Nice shot lands for Cousins.#CUT#
It looks like Umberto Turturro has been cut.
Cousins looks to score with a jab to the body but Turturro is just out of range.
Cousins misses with a hook. Turturro ducked under it nicely.
Turturro wants to counter the offense by Cousins and move into the clinch position.
Turturro has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Turturro avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Cousins throws a shot to the body.
#TD2#
Turturro feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.#SUB2#
Turturro drops back, looking for a kneebar! Cousins looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Cousins looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Cousins! #REVR#
Turturro tries to buck Cousins off but Cousins is having none of it.
Turturro trying to remain calm as Cousins controls from the top position.
Turturro manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Cousins looks like he's trying to stand up.
#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Cousins doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Turturro. #SUB2#
Turturro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T1##SUB2#
Turturro is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Cousins doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Turturro. #SUB2#
Turturro is trying for a kimura here. Cousins looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Turturro wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Umberto Turturro!
Umberto Turturro 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:
Skrap Fights 76
Date: Aug 24, 2019 |
#R1#
Turturro tries for a takedown but Rousey sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Turturro has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Rousey finds it's way round the side to connect with Turturro's head. #CUT#
It looks like Umberto Turturro has been cut.
Rousey lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Rousey throws an ugly left hook that misses
#TD2#
and Turturro counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Rousey!
Rousey is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Turturro is trying to get an arm triangle but Rousey is defending well. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Rousey is trying to control Turturro's posture but Turturro avoids it.
Rousey wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Rousey manages to work his way to half guard, despite Turturro's best efforts.#SUB2#
Turturro looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rousey is looking to improve his position.
#T1#
Rousey gets full guard.
Rousey not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Turturro thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Rousey trying to control the position.
Rousey will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Turturro thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Rousey looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Turturro thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Rousey looking for a guillotine here but Turturro defends easily.
Rousey is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.#SUB2#
Turturro drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Turturro jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Turturro thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Turturro drops back looking for a leg! Rousey is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Rousey manages to kick Turturro off! Turturro jumps back into Rousey's guard. #SUB2#
Turturro drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Turturro jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Rousey is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Turturro is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Rousey is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Rousey has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Rousey from controlling successfully. #T3#
Rousey with a nice head shot there.
Rousey lands a couple of digs.#CUT#
That has opened up Umberto Turturro's cut even more.
Rousey working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Turturro's head.#CUT#
The cut above Umberto Turturro's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#SUB2#
Turturro is looking to cinch up a triangle. Rousey throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Turturro's body to avoid the submission. Turturro has instead reached around Rousey's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Turturro arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Umberto Turturro!
A less than humble Umberto Turturro misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 70
Date: Aug 03, 2019 |
#R1#
Erikson misses with a looping left.
Turturro shoots and misses
and Erikson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT2#
It looks like Umberto Turturro has been cut.
Erikson tries a head kick but it misses.
#TD#
Turturro gets the takedown into side control. #SUB#
Turturro is trying to get an arm triangle but Erikson is defending well.
Erikson has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Erikson struggling a bit here.
Erikson gets back to half guard.#SUB#
Turturro is working for a kimura but Erikson is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Turturro is looking for a kimura but Erikson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Turturro to get the leverage. #T1##SUB#
Turturro is looking for a kimura but Erikson is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Turturro to get the leverage. #SUB#
Turturro is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Erikson has managed to free his arm - good work.
Erikson tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg. #SUB#
Turturro wants to work for an arm triangle but Erikson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Erikson tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg. #SUB#
Turturro seems to be working for a kimura but Erikson defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Turturro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Erikson sees it coming and defends easily.
Turturro tries to pass to full mount but Erikson defends it. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.#SUB#
Turturro is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Turturro seems to be working for a kimura but Erikson defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Turturro is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Turturro is working for a submission of some sort.
Erikson is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Turturro is looking for a kimura here.
#T3##SUB#
Turturro 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.
Erikson is looking to control Turturro's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Erikson avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Turturro is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Erikson is defending against the submission attempts here by Turturro.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Erikson is holding on to half guard well.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Turturro is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Erikson gets full guard.#SUB#
Turturro drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Erikson dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Turturro wants to sweep here but Erikson controlling him for the moment.
Erikson trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Turturro has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Erikson should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Turturro has tightened it up now! Erikson should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Umberto Turturro!
Umberto Turturro 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:
Skrap Fights 63
Date: Jul 12, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Turturro looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Mannerheim!
Mannerheim tries to bench press Turturro off him but Turturro keeps the position.
Turturro postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Mannerheim defending against the ground and pound.
Turturro working away.
Sloppy strikes there by Turturro.
Turturro misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Turturro sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Mannerheim is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Turturro misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Turturro throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Turturro throws a strike aimed at the side of Mannerheim's head but Mannerheim avoids it well.
Turturro postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
An elbow from Turturro crashes against the mat.
Turturro tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Turturro working the ground and pound from side control.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The ground and pound from Turturro seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Turturro creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Mannerheim sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #T1#
Mannerheim dodges the ground and pound from Turturro.
Turturro sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Mannerheim is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Mannerheim parries the strikes from Turturro easily there. Turturro is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Mannerheim to escape.
Turturro throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Turturro creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Turturro misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
The strikes coming from Turturro are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Turturro in side control, trying to ground and pound but not landing this time.
Turturro working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Turturro in side control, throwing shots but Mannerheim defends.
The ground and pound from Turturro seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Turturro is trying to ground and pound but Mannerheim uses the momentary lack of control by Turturro to regain half guard.
Turturro throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. #T2#
Turturro thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Mannerheim's head.
Turturro thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Turturro thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Turturro throwing shots but Mannerheim is blocking nicely.
Mannerheim blocking the ground and pound attempt from Turturro.
Turturro throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Turturro not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Turturro missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Mannerheim regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Turturro.
Turturro throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Turturro throwing strikes from guard but Mannerheim blocks nicely.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Turturro throws a big right hand that misses.
Turturro with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#T3#
Mannerheim working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Turturro.
Turturro missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Turturro has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Turturro throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Turturro throwing strikes but missing.
Mannerheim working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Turturro.
Turturro trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Turturro working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Mannerheim is pulling down on Turturro's head. It's preventing any offense from Turturro, at least for the moment.
Turturro postures up in Mannerheim's guard and throws a big left but Mannerheim blocks it.
Turturro with a flurry of punches that miss.
Mannerheim avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T4#
Turturro with a flurry of punches that miss.
Turturro throwing strikes from guard but Mannerheim blocks nicely.
Mannerheim preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Mannerheim utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Turturro working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Turturro throwing strikes from guard but Mannerheim blocks nicely.
Turturro missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Turturro throws a big right hand that misses.
Mannerheim utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Mannerheim utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Turturro postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Turturro loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Turturro postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Umberto Turturro dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Mannerheim leaves Turturro with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Mannerheim listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Mannerheim misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Turturro.
No luck for Turturro with that takedown attempt.
Turturro shoots in and drives through. Mannerheim sprawls well.
Urho Mannerheim has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Umberto Turturro.
Turturro slips a jab from Mannerheim.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mannerheim loads up on a big right hand but Turturro slips the punch.#TD2#
Turturro looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Mannerheim!
Sloppy strikes there by Turturro.
Turturro sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Mannerheim is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
#T1#
The strikes coming from Turturro are missing the target in this wave of attacks.
The ground and pound from Turturro seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Turturro tries to advance to mount but Mannerheim denies him.
Turturro tries to score with some ground and pound. Mannerheim controls his posture well this time though and the shots don't do any damage.
Turturro throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Turturro working the head with strikes.
Turturro throws a strike aimed at the side of Mannerheim's head but Mannerheim avoids it well.
Turturro has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mannerheim wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Turturro fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Turturro works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.
Turturro working the body and head with strikes.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Turturro throws an elbow but Mannerheim slips to the side and avoids it well.#T2#
Turturro fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Turturro misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Turturro scores with a big shot from side control... and another... and another! Oh Mannerheim is done here - save him referee! More strikes land and eventually the ref does step in and Turturro can finally stop beating on his defenseless opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Umberto Turturro!
After the fight, Umberto Turturro was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 44
Date: May 03, 2019 |
#R1#
Turturro misses with a body shot.
Turturro jabs Khadartsev to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Turturro looks to land a right hand but Khadartsev moved out of range.
Turturro clobbers Khadartsev with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Turturro throws a jab when Khadartsev was well out of range.
Khadartsev scores with the left hand. Turturro knows he should have avoided that one. #CUT#
It looks like Umberto Turturro has been cut.
Khadartsev looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Khadartsev uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Turturro.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown but Khadartsev shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Turturro missing with a left hand there. Khadartsev was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Turturro lands a jab to the nose.
Khadartsev slaps away a takedown attempt from Turturro, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Khadartsev slips under a jab.
Khadartsev drops down looking for a counter takedown but Turturro sprawls and moves away.
Khadartsev moves out of range of the strikes.
Khadartsev drops down looking for a counter takedown but Turturro sprawls and moves away.
Khadartsev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Turturro.
Good standup being displayed there by Turturro as he connects with a hook.#T1#
Khadartsev takes a swing at Turturro's ribcage but misses.
Khadartsev uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Turturro.
Khadartsev half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Turturro rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD#
and Khadartsev counters with a shoot takedown. Turturro fights it but they end up in guard. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Khadartsev wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Khadartsev scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Khadartsev trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Khadartsev passes Turturro's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Khadartsev has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
Turturro wants to improve his position but Khadartsev is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.
Ground and pound from Khadartsev.
Khadartsev lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #CUT#
That has opened up Umberto Turturro's cut even more.#SUB#
Khadartsev seems to be working for a kimura but Turturro defends the submission attempt.
Turturro trying to hold on to Khadartsev's head to control him but Khadartsev postures up.
#T3#
Khadartsev passes the guard and advances to mount!
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Khadartsev pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage.#CUT#
The cut above Umberto Turturro's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Khadartsev is in the full mount, landing strikes. #CUT#
Umberto Turturro's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Umberto Turturro's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Sasha Khadartsev!
A relieved looking Sasha Khadartsev thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 38
Date: Apr 13, 2019 |
#R1#
Heritageaka tries to clinch but Turturro is having none of it.
Heritageaka has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Prototype's Dojo in the buildup to the fight.#TD2#
Turturro feints and as Heritageaka raises his hands in defense, Turturro changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SUB#
Heritageaka looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Heritageaka is looking for a triangle but Turturro pushes his legs off easily.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Heritageaka is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Heritageaka working for a triangle but Turturro defends it easily.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Heritageaka keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Heritageaka looking for a guillotine here but Turturro defends easily.
Turturro passes into half guard. #T1##SUB2#
Turturro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Turturro is working for a submission of some sort.
Heritageaka wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
Heritageaka is not content to let Turturro control the position.#SUB#
Heritageaka is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Turturro pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Heritageaka is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Turturro is tapping! Great win for Heritageaka!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). THumongous Heritageaka!
An out of breath THumongous Heritageaka thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 26
Date: Mar 02, 2019 |
#R1#
Turturro takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#CUT2#
It looks like Umberto Turturro has been cut.
Turturro seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Turturro shoots for a double leg takedown but Hjoervarsson sprawls well. He's pushed Turturro's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Hjoervarsson is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Turturro with a body shot.
Hjoervarsson leaves Turturro with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Hjoervarsson connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Arnaldur Hjoervarsson seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hjoervarsson cracks a nice hook into Turturro's ribs.
Turturro misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Umberto Turturro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Hjoervarsson connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Hjoervarsson moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Hjoervarsson connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#CUT2#
Umberto Turturro's cut is getting worse.
Hjoervarsson cracks Turturro with a right hand to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hjoervarsson keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Crack! A monster head kick from Hjoervarsson and Turturro falls like a tree - timbeeeeeeeeeeerrrr! A highlight reel knockout by Hjoervarsson!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Arnaldur Hjoervarsson!
Arnaldur Hjoervarsson really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that Zenith Nutrition (160q/$200) logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 16
Date: Jan 26, 2019 |
#R1#
Butt darts in trying to clinch#TD#
and Turturro counters with a single leg into guard. Butt didn't expect that.
Butt told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Butt can't keep his opponent in guard - Turturro advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Butt wants to control but Turturro is keeping busy.
Turturro is pressing down on Butt's thigh, looking to free his foot. Butt is holding on for now.
Butt punching from the bottom.
Butt is trying to maintain the position but Turturro is very close to passing his half guard.
Butt is trying to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Turturro is trying to control. Butt wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Turturro is trying to work for a kimura but Butt is defending well.
#T1##SUB#
Turturro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Butt sees it coming and defends easily.
Turturro performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
Turturro is looking for a kimura here.
Turturro is thwarting Butt's attempts to control the position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Butt manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Butt really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Turturro. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T2#
Turturro works a leg free and moves into half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Turturro is trying to control the action in half guard but Butt is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Butt is trying to maintain the position but Turturro is very close to passing his half guard.
Butt is looking to improve his position.
Butt is staying active underneath Turturro, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Turturro works his foot free and advances to mount.
Butt tries to reverse the position but Turturro maintains control.
Butt has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
#SUB#
Turturro patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Butt can't escape the position.
#SUB#
Turturro working for the choke. #SUB#
Butt is trying to defend against the choke here but Turturro has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Turturro Tightens the hold and Butt taps out furiously! Turturro displays superior BJJ to win the fight.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Umberto Turturro!
After the fight, Umberto Turturro was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
Bubble Butt spoke after the fight, saying 'power'.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 28
Date: Dec 29, 2018 |
#R1#
Takeishi lands with a shot to the body.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Takeishi as he jumps to the side.
Turturro shoots and misses
and Takeishi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CUT2#
It looks like Umberto Turturro has been cut.
Takeishi fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Turturro manages to avoid it.
Turturro on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Turturro closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Turturro tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Takeishi swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Umberto Turturro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Takeishi throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Turturro stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Turturro with a poor takedown
and Takeishi counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Turturro is breathing heavily.
Takeishi scores with a jab to the body.
Turturro has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Turturro there as he acknowledges the shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Takeishi, as that shot connected.
#CUT2#
Umberto Turturro's cut is getting worse.
Turturro takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
A cross from Takeishi lands.
Turturro seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.#KD2#
Takeishi feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Turturro sprawling to the canvas! Turturro rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Takeishi finish him?!
#ROC2#
Turturro is rocked!#CUT2#
Umberto Turturro's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.#T1#
Turturro takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Takeishi cracks a nice hook into Turturro's ribs.#KD2#
Takeishi lands a big right hand that sends Turturro crashing to the mat! Takeishi stays standing though and waves Turturro back to his feet!
Oh Turturro is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Takeishi works Turturro's body with a nice hook.
Turturro seems to have got his legs back now.
Takeishi lands with a shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Takeishi jabs at Turturro's body.
Turturro takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Takeishi works Turturro's body with a nice hook.
Takeishi comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Takeishi lands a slapping body shot.
Turturro walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CUT2#
Jeez, Umberto Turturro's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
Takeishi connects with a body shot that sends Turturro's belly button to the back.
Turturro fails with the takedown
and Takeishi counters with a stiff right hand.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Umberto Turturro's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:07 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Mitsugu Takeishi!
Mitsugu Takeishi is the new super heavyweight champion!
A less than humble Mitsugu Takeishi misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 21
Date: Nov 16, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Greene drives through with a takedown into guard.
Turturro working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Greene. #SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Greene defends well.#SUB2#
Turturro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Turturro escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Greene gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
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!
Greene postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Greene throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB2#
Turturro is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Greene has his hands clasped together but Turturro extends and breaks Greene's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Turturro.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Umberto Turturro!
Umberto Turturro is the new super heavyweight champion!
Umberto Turturro bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
MMAHelsinki - 17
Date: Oct 20, 2018 |
#R1#
Tendo will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#TD2#
Tendo looking to score a takedown here. Turturro is defending well but Tendo drives through and ends up in Turturro's guard.#SUB#
Turturro looking for a guillotine here but Tendo defends easily.
#SUB#
Tendo is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Turturro has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Tendo is looking to defend but Turturro has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Tendo! Turturro pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Tendo taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Umberto Turturro!
A less than humble Umberto Turturro misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Event:
LACC 2 Finale
Date: Aug 15, 2018 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Jared Morgan (ranked 7111 p4p, 132 weight class) and Umberto Turturro (ranked 2607 p4p, 71 weight class). Morgan comes to the cage accompanied by Thug Luv: Bone Thugs N Harmony ft 2pac. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Jared Morgan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Umberto Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Frank Antenori and Timothy Bukovac.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Turturro misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Morgan drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Morgan (4) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Morgan (4) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Turturro is pressing down on Morgan's thigh, looking to free his foot. Morgan is holding on for now.
Morgan moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morgan controls Turturro momentarily but Turturro frees himself.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Turturro pushing down on Morgan's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Turturro sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Morgan might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Turturro seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Morgan does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Morgan gets full guard.
Turturro trying to control but Morgan is working from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Turturro is stalling in the full guard.
Morgan wants to sweep but no luck.
Morgan keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass.
Turturro not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Turturro pushing down on Morgan's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Morgan is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Turturro wants to pass to mount but Morgan is defending the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Turturro is just content to waste time from the top position. Morgan takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Morgan working a defensive guard here.
Turturro stays in close to Morgan's body and controls the position.
Turturro drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Turturro jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Morgan looking to hit a scissor sweep but Turturro is one step ahead there.
Morgan trying to control the position here.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Turturro trying to control but Morgan is working from the bottom.
Turturro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Morgan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Morgan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Morgan tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Morgan keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Morgan looking for a guillotine here but Turturro defends easily.
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Morgan is keeping the position for now.
Morgan trying to control the position.
Morgan is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Turturro is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Morgan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Morgan is looking to sweep but instead, Turturro has passed into half guard.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Turturro tries to pass to full mount but Morgan defends it.
Turturro seems to be looking for submissions.
Morgan tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg.
Turturro is looking for a kimura but Morgan is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Turturro to get the leverage.
Morgan is trying to get back to full guard.
Morgan is refusing to be controlled, as Turturro sits in half guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Morgan won't allow Turturro to pass to mount.
Turturro is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Morgan wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
Turturro wants to control but Morgan is keeping him busy.
Morgan regains full guard. Nicely done.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Morgan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro forces his way into half guard.
Morgan tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Turturro is controlling the pace.
Turturro is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Turturro is controlling the pace.
Morgan gets back to full guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Morgan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Turturro controls the pace.
Morgan escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Turturro gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Turturro is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Morgan working a defensive guard here.
Turturro engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Morgan manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Turturro manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Morgan (6) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro trying to keep a closed guard but Morgan is proving a slippery customer.
Morgan 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.
Our spies down at at Kevin Spacey's House of Squats & Grabs inform us that Turturro has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Turturro is looking for a triangle but Morgan pushes his legs off easily.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Morgan trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Morgan stands and throws Turturro's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Morgan (9) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard.
Turturro keeps trying to improve his position.
Morgan trying to control the action but Turturro is working from the bottom.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Turturro is trying to improve his position.
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Morgan's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Turturro keeping hold of Morgan's head, controlling as best he can.
Turturro is trying to maintain the position but Morgan is very close to passing his half guard.
Turturro is staying active underneath Morgan, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Morgan prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Morgan wants to work for an arm triangle but Turturro is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
Morgan is looking to take a break and control but Turturro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Turturro gets back to full guard.
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Morgan (9) vs (4) Turturro
Turturro passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Morgan (9) vs (7) Turturro
And that's the end of the fight!
Morgan takes the fight on points by 9 to 7.
Our winner, Jared Morgan, 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:
RISE 39: Joe vs Sadollah
Date: Jul 28, 2018 |
#R1#
Ward moves into range and connects with a jab. #CUT#
It looks like Umberto Turturro has been cut.
Ward plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Turturro tries for a takedown but Ward circles away easily
and Ward counters with a straight right hand.
Turturro with a lazy takedown attempt
and Turturro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Ward is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
A punch lands to the side of Turturro 's head but he takes it in his stride.#CUT#
That has opened up Umberto Turturro's cut even more.
Turturro misses with a takedown attempt - Ward sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Christopher Ward has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Umberto Turturro.
Turturro tries for a takedown but Ward circles away easily
and Ward counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD2#
Turturro feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Turturro controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Turturro thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T1#
Ward being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Turturro drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Turturro jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Ward keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Turturro is looking to advance position but Ward has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR#
Ward will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Turturro is desperately trying to improve his position but Ward has a good base and remains in mount.#T2#
Turturro 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.
Turturro wants to improve his position but Ward is controlling well.
Turturro moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Ward avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Turturro is looking to cinch up a triangle. Ward throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Turturro's body to avoid the submission. Turturro has instead reached around Ward's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Turturro arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Umberto Turturro!
Umberto Turturro decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 13, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Turturro bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Turturro happy to just control the position for now. #SUB2#
Turturro has an Americana. Beefcake didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Turturro is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Turturro hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Umberto Turturro!
Umberto Turturro 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 04, 2018 |
#R1#
Turturro swats away the attempt to clinch by Miller.
Miller definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Turturro shoots for a double leg takedown but Miller sprawls well. He's pushed Turturro's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Miller was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A head kick from Miller lands but Turturro takes it in his stride. #CUT#
It looks like Umberto Turturro has been cut.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Miller sprawls well. Miller wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Turturro gets slowly back to his feet.#CL#
Miller rushes Turturro and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Turturro is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Miller is defending well.
Ryan Miller has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Umberto Turturro.
Turturro has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Miller is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#BC#
Miller breaks the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Turturro tries for a takedown but Miller circles away easily
and Miller counters with a two punch combo.
Miller tries to clinch up but Turturro circles away and keeps his distance.
Miller scores with a three punch combo!
#T1#
Miller lands a nice hook to Turturro's body. Turturro takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #CL#
Miller moves into the clinch.
Miller gets underhooks to prevent Turturro's takedown attempt.
#BC#
Miller breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #CL#
Miller has Turturro up against the cage in a clinch.
#BC#
Miller's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Turturro tries for a takedown but Miller sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#CL#
Miller moves into the clinch.
Turturro tries to score a body lock takedown but Miller shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#BC#
Miller pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#TD2#
Turturro fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Miller sprawls well initially but Turturro persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Miller is not content to let Turturro control the position.#SUB2#
Turturro is trying for a kimura here. Miller looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Turturro wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Umberto Turturro!
Umberto Turturro bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 27, 2018 |
#R1##CL#
Umbutu moves into the clinch successfully.
Turturro is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD#
Umbutu lands a takedown into guard.
Turturro looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB2#
Turturro has his foot on Umbutu's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Umbutu works his way back into a safe position though.
Umbutu throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB2#
Turturro working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Umbutu has passed into half guard!
#SUB2#
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Umbutu is working for a kimura but Turturro is defending it quite comfortably.
Umbutu will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Turturro blocking the ground and pound attempt from Umbutu.
Turturro is pressing down on Umbutu's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T1##SUB2#
Turturro is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Umbutu is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Umbutu defends well.
Umbutu preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
Turturro escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Umbutu gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Umbutu is looking to work some ground and pound but Turturro has wrist control.
Turturro working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Umbutu. #SUB2#
Turturro escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Umbutu gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Umbutu throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Turturro works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
Turturro working for a triangle but Umbutu defends it easily.
Umbutu throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T2##SUB2#
Turturro has his feet on Umbutu's thighs here. He's pushed Umbutu off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Umbutu screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Umberto Turturro!
Umberto Turturro 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 20, 2018 |
#R1#
A left and a right from Visigoth both land. Nice combination. #CUT#
It looks like Umberto Turturro has been cut.#TD2#
Turturro drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Turturro controls from within his opponent's guard.
Turturro preventing the sweep.
Turturro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Visigoth swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Visigoth wants to sweep but no luck.
Turturro advances position into side control!#SUB2#
Turturro in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Visigoth is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Umberto Turturro!
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