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Event:
CTBA: Thighpunch Vs Arnason
Date: Aug 08, 2022 |
#R1#
Arnason swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Thighpunch counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#It looks like Jeremy Arnason has been cut.
Thighpunch punishes Arnason's body with a nice straight punch.
Thighpunch throws a hook but Arnason avoids it easily.
Arnason takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Thighpunch connects with a single shot there.
Thighpunch has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Dillo's Dojo in the buildup to the fight.
Arnason lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Thighpunch at a distance.
Arnason throws an off balance right hand
letting Thighpunch counter with a right hand.
Arnason's coach down at Desert Fitness & Training (14 Elite Coaches) was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Arnason's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Arnason ducks under a wild hook from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Arnason misses with an uppercut
and Thighpunch counters with a left to the body. #T1#
Thighpunch misses with a body shot.
Arnason takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Arnason avoids the body shot from Thighpunch.
Arnason is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Arnason listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Thighpunch uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Arnason has time to react.
Nice uppercut there from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch throws a right and a left that Arnason avoids nicely.
Thighpunch throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Thighpunch uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Arnason.#T2#
Arnason throws an overhand right that lands on Thighpunch's shoulder, as Thighpunch tries to avoid the shot.
Arnason drops his hands momentarily and Thighpunch takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Thighpunch throws a shot from downtown. Arnason moves away and avoids it.
Thighpunch tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Arnason was well out of range. Poor timing from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch throws the left hand but Arnason avoids the punch easily.
Arnason wants to counter the offense by Thighpunch and move into the clinch position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thighpunch throws a hook to the side of Arnason's head but Arnason sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Arnason takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Arnason throws out a loose jab but Thighpunch uses good head movement to avoid it.
Thighpunch misses with a few strikes there.
Arnason swings widly with a right hand
and Thighpunch cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T3#
Arnason jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Thighpunch fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Arnason tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Thighpunch paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Thighpunch is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Arnason tries to close the distance and clinch up but Thighpunch swats him away and circles back towards the center.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Thighpunch.
Thighpunch swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Arnason.
Thighpunch throws a good cross that connects.
#CUT#That has opened up Jeremy Arnason's cut even more.
Arnason misses with a wild body shot.
Thighpunch appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Thighpunch throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T4#
Arnason is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Thighpunch.
A big right from Thighpunch misses.
Thighpunch sets himself, and Arnason steps forward looking for the clinch! Thighpunch avoids it this time.
Arnason takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Thighpunch throws a body shot but no joy.
Thighpunch throws a shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Arnason.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thighpunch throws a shot from downtown. Arnason moves away and avoids it.
Thighpunch ducks under a wild hook from Arnason.
Thighpunch appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Arnason misses with a double jab
and Thighpunch counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T5#
Thighpunch throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thighpunch doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Thighpunch is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Arnason.
Thighpunch is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Thighpunch misses with a body shot.
Arnason takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Arnason is really struggling to land any decent head shots against his taller opponent.
Thighpunch tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Arnason was well out of range. Poor timing from Thighpunch.
Arnason is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Arnason connects with a nice looking jab.
#T6#
Thighpunch scores with a hook.
Thighpunch swings for the body but Arnason moves out of range.
Arnason steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Thighpunch.
Arnason staying out of range there.
Thighpunch is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Thighpunch tests Arnason's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Thighpunch takes a swing at Arnason's ribcage but misses.
A jab from Thighpunch misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Arnason throws the left hand but Thighpunch avoids the punch easily.
Arnason wants to clinch
and Thighpunch counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#The cut above Jeremy Arnason's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#T7#
Arnason tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Thighpunch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Thighpunch jabs Arnason right on the nose. Arnason blinks but takes it well.#ROC#Arnason is rocked!
Thighpunch knocks out Arnason with a massive right hand! The ref tackles Thighpunch before he can follow up with any more strikes and that's it everyone. Thighpunch picks up the big W with a huge KO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Butch Thighpunch!
Butch Thighpunch retains his welterweight title!
Butch Thighpunch bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
CTBA
Date: Jun 10, 2022 |
#R1#
Chan looks to throw a body kick
and Thighpunch connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Chan walks into a left hand.
Thighpunch throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Chan stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Chan 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.#CL#
Thighpunch has closed the distance and engaged Chan in a clinch.
Thighpunch lands an uppercut.
With the fighters clinched against the ropes, Thighpunch creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC2#
Chan manages to break the clinch.
Chan takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The fight stays on the outside here - Chan looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Thighpunch lands with a cross.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Chan walks straight into devastating uppercut and drops to the floor, clearly wobbled! Can he beat the count? 4,5,6,7... he's up! And he's down again! The ref steps in and calls an end to the fight! What a punch that was!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Butch Thighpunch!
A very excited looking Butch Thighpunch 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:
CTBA: Gordon Vs Thighpunch
Date: May 13, 2022 |
#R1#
Thighpunch misses with a wild body shot.
Gordon moves away from the strike by Thighpunch.
Thighpunch lands a body shot.
Gordon takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Gordon misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Gordon throws a predictable looking body shot
and Thighpunch counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT2#It looks like Ryan Gordon has been cut.
A lazy left from Thighpunch finds it's target.
Thighpunch jabs Gordon to the body, keeping him at a distance.
The fighters circling - Thighpunch throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
It looked like Gordon wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Thighpunch misses the jab.
Thighpunch ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gordon scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.#T1#
Thighpunch slips under a jab.
Thighpunch is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gordon.
A little feinted left hand from Gordon on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Thighpunch 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.
Butch Thighpunch is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Gordon jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Thighpunch throws a body shot but no joy.
Gordon misses with a straight left.
Gordon ducks under a wild hook from Thighpunch.
It looked like Gordon wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Gordon blocks a jab.
A punch lands to the side of Thighpunch 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Gordon definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Gordon throws a lazy uppercut
and Thighpunch counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Thighpunch moves into range and connects with a jab. #T2#
Thighpunch on the wrong end of a nice jab.#KD2#
Thighpunch staggers Gordon with a jab and knocks him down with a follow up straight! Gordon looks in trouble, will he beat the count?! The count has reached 5 and he's only back to 1 knee - it's going to be close! 6,7,8 - he's up! Just in time and the ref is going to let the fight continue!#ROC2#Gordon is rocked!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gordon drops his guard momentarily, allowing Thighpunch to crack him with a picture perfect lead left hook! Boom! Down goes Gordon! Oh, he's in big trouble - I don't like his chances here as the referee's count reaches 5. 6,7,8,9...10! He's out! Thighpunch takes it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch). Butch Thighpunch!
Butch Thighpunch is the new welterweight champion!
Butch Thighpunch 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:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 120
Date: Feb 18, 2022 |
#R1##KD#
Oooooh!!! Thighpunch has knocked Mandinos down with a huge combo! Thighpunch steps away and waves a wobbly Mandinos back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#Mandinos is rocked!#CUT#It looks like Kahdi Mandinos has been cut.
Thighpunch blocks a jab.
Mandinos is still on wobbly legs! Can Thighpunch finish him?
Mandinos misses with a right hand
and Thighpunch counters with a huge left! Mandinos is in big trouble! He's backing up but Thighpunch isn't giving him chance to recover. Under a barage of punches the ref has to step in to save Mandinos from any more damage. A dominating finish by Thighpunch!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Butch Thighpunch!
Butch Thighpunch 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:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 111
Date: Jan 19, 2022 |
#R1#
Donk. Kulina catches Thighpunch right on the button with a cross.
Kulina fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Thighpunch has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Kulina looks to land a left hand but Thighpunch moved out of range nicely.
A counter left hand to the body from Thighpunch misses its target.
Kulina scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A big right from Kulina misses.
It looked like Thighpunch wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Kulina swings for the body but Thighpunch moves out of range.
Thighpunch blocks the body kick.
Kulina throws the left hand but Thighpunch avoids the punch easily.
A little feinted left hand from Thighpunch on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kulina chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kulina blocks a jab.
Kulina tries to clinch but Thighpunch moves away
and Thighpunch counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Kulina thinking.
Thighpunch scores with a jab. Kulina acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CUT#It looks like Justin Kulina has been cut.
Thighpunch swats away the attempt to clinch by Kulina.
Thighpunch steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Kulina.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Kulina thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Good exchange - Kulina coming out on top.
Kulina swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thighpunch is looking to counter punch.
Kulina throws a shot from downtown. Thighpunch moves away and avoids it.
Thighpunch throws a hook to the side of Kulina's head but Kulina sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kulina lands a two punch combo.
Kulina misses with a lunging right hand
and Thighpunch counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Thighpunch jabs Kulina right on the nose. Kulina blinks but takes it well.
Kulina misses the shot to the body.
Kulina throws an off balance right hand
and Thighpunch counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kulina keeps Thighpunch at a distance using the push kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kulina explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
Thighpunch rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Kulina moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Thighpunch takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Thighpunch throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#T2#
Kulina slips a straight right by Thighpunch.
Thighpunch waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kulina.
Kulina lands a lovely overhand right.
Kulina 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.
Thighpunch blocks a jab.
Kulina clobbers Thighpunch with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Thighpunch has been working on his boxing with his coaches at whitey's gym in the buildup to the fight.
Thighpunch ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kulina moves away.
Thighpunch throws a body punch but Kulina moves out of range.
Thighpunch slips a jab from Kulina.
Kulina throws a series of punches but Thighpunch avoids them all with ease.
Thighpunch swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Kulina misses with a low kick.
Thighpunch swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A punch combination from Kulina misses.
Thighpunch lands a body shot.
Kulina lands a nice leg kick that just misses Thighpunch's sensitive parts.
Kulina moves into range and connects with a jab.
Justin Kulina seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T3#
Thighpunch takes one to the side of the head.
A punch lands to the side of Thighpunch 's head but he takes it in his stride.
A punch combination from Thighpunch misses.
Thighpunch throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kulina sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Thighpunch fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Thighpunch ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kulina moves away.
Kulina avoids a punch combination nicely.
Thighpunch uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kulina.
Thighpunch was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kulina throws a jab when Thighpunch was well out of range.
Thighpunch was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Kulina swings widly with a right hand
and Kulina takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Kulina throws a nice inside leg kick.
Thighpunch looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T4#
Kulina connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Thighpunch throws a hook but Kulina avoids it easily.
Thighpunch misses with a jab to the body
and Kulina counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Kulina throws a low kick, looking for Thighpunch's leg but Thighpunch calmly moves out of range.
Thighpunch ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Thighpunch scores with a jab.
Thighpunch lands with a nice combination. Kulina backs away looking to recover.
Thighpunch misses with a body shot.
Thighpunch chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kulina can pounce on him.
Thighpunch swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Kulina counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kulina lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Thighpunch circles away quickly and effectively.
Kulina dips to his left and cracks Thighpunch with an uppercut!
Kulina misses with a kick to the body
and Thighpunch counters with a nice uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Justin Kulina dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Justin Kulina's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Thighpunch just misses with a punch to the body.
Thighpunch takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Kulina has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Kulina throws a poor cross that misses
and Thighpunch counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Thighpunch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Thighpunch takes one on the button.
Thighpunch takes a swing at Kulina's ribcage but misses.
Kulina throws a right hand that Thighpunch ducks under and follows up with a left that Thighpunch also avoids with ease.
Kulina fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Thighpunch is out of range.
Thighpunch gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thighpunch slips a straight right by Kulina.
Thighpunch is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Kulina misses with a few strikes there.
A quick step to the side and Thighpunch tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Kulina misses with a body kick.
Thighpunch avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Kulina misses with an uppercut. Thighpunch saw that one coming.#T1#
Thighpunch takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Kulina fails to land with a series of punches.
Kulina thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Thighpunch if he has to take too many more of those.
Thighpunch takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Kulina throws a leg kick
and Thighpunch counters with a two punch combo.
Kulina throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Thighpunch sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Kulina bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Thighpunch's head backwards.
Thighpunch looks to land a combination but Kulina avoids it well.
Kulina doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kulina misses with a straight left.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Kulina lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Thighpunch has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Thighpunch and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Thighpunch throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Thighpunch swings for the body but Kulina moves out of range.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kulina darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#T2#
Thighpunch throws a shot from downtown. Kulina moves away and avoids it.
Kulina scores with a decent looking hook.
Thighpunch misses with a wild combination.
Thighpunch thows a left - swing and a miss!
A nice leg kick from Kulina, right into the meat of the thigh.
Decent striking displayed by Kulina there.
Kulina needs to keep his hands up - Thighpunch had a free shot at his head there.
Justin Kulina seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Kulina throws a leg kick but Thighpunch sees it coming and moves out of range.
Thighpunch swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Nice straight punches there by Kulina. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kulina.
Thighpunch jabs Kulina to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Kulina throws a solid leg kick but Thighpunch takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Kulina.
Donk. Kulina catches Thighpunch right on the button with a cross.
Thighpunch looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T3#
Kulina stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Thighpunch ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kulina keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Thighpunch.
Kulina ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Thighpunch jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#CUT#That has opened up Justin Kulina's cut even more.
Thighpunch just misses with a punch to the body.
Kulina swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
A jab lands there for Kulina.
Kulina throws a lazy uppercut
#CL#
and Thighpunch holds on and brings the fighters into a clinch.
Kulina has had enough of the clinch but Thighpunch keeps him there for the moment.
A hook to the body from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch swings wildly with an uppercut but Kulina uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kulina lands a hook to the side of the head.
Thighpunch lands with a left to the head. #T4#
Thighpunch blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Kulina is trying to break free.
Kulina blocking some punches.
Kulina lands a left hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thighpunch misses with some punches.
Kulina lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Thighpunch or not.
Thighpunch fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kulina misses with a short punch on the inside.
Kulina lands an uppercut.
Thighpunch is looking to control Kulina's arms but Kulina gets an underhook and turns him. Now Thighpunch has his back to the cage. #BC2#
Kulina breaks the clinch.
Kulina throws an off balance right hand
and Thighpunch counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
An inside leg kick lands from Kulina. #CL2#
Kulina instigates a clinch.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Kulina lands a right hand that snaps the head of Thighpunch backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Thighpunch misses with a short punch on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Justin Kulina showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Justin Kulina's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Kulina looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Thighpunch connects with a right hand. Kulina shakes it off.
Thighpunch keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Thighpunch jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kulina throws the left hand but Thighpunch avoids the punch easily.
Thighpunch throws a hook to the side of Kulina's head but Kulina sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Kulina bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Thighpunch's head.
Kulina tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kulina lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Thighpunch misses with a short punch on the inside.
A short right from Thighpunch.
Kulina swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T1##BC2#
Kulina manages to break the clinch.
Thighpunch waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kulina.
Thighpunch stuns Kulina with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Kulina misses with a straight left.
Kulina doesn't manage to clinch there - Thighpunch circles away.
Kulina throws a low kick but Thighpunch avoids it.
Thighpunch waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Kulina.
Kulina throws a big shot that misses.
Thighpunch lands with a nice combination. Kulina backs away looking to recover.
Thighpunch takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Thighpunch slips a straight right by Kulina.
Thighpunch misses with a looping left.
Thighpunch uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kulina.
Kulina fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T2#
Some bone on bone action there as Thighpunch checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Decent striking displayed by Kulina there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Kulina misses with a hook. Thighpunch ducked under it nicely.
Thighpunch was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Kulina scores with a kick to the midsection.
Thighpunch takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kulina jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A counter left hand to the body from Thighpunch misses its target.
Thighpunch throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Thighpunch gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kulina.
Thighpunch swings away with a body shot that misses
and Kulina counters with a straight right hand.
Kulina misses with a looping right.
Kulina looks to throw a body kick
and Thighpunch counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Thighpunch crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Kulina - the referee stops the clock and Thighpunch gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Kulina. Thighpunch manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.#T3#
A jab from Thighpunch misses.
Kulina looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Thighpunch ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Thighpunch doesn't manage to clinch there - Kulina circles away.
Thighpunch swings for the body but Kulina moves out of range.
Thighpunch misses with a few strikes there.
Kulina is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Kulina uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thighpunch.
Kulina is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
An inside leg kick lands from Kulina.
A shot to the liver by Thighpunch. Beautiful body shot.
Thighpunch is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Kulina lands a leg kick that knocks Thighpunch off balance momentarily.
Thighpunch scores with a hook.
A decent looking body kick lands there for Kulina.
A nice inside leg kick there by Kulina. That's going to slow Thighpunch down. #T4#
Thighpunch drops his hands momentarily and Kulina takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A shot to the liver by Kulina. Beautiful body shot.
Butch Thighpunch has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Kulina throws a left and a right that both miss
and Thighpunch counters with a straight right hand.
Kulina finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kulina uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Thighpunch.
Kulina uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thighpunch.
Kulina fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Thighpunch.
Thighpunch will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body.
Thighpunch jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kulina scores with a push kick.
Thighpunch swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Kulina counters with a straight right hand.
Nice shot by Thighpunch.
Justin Kulina is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kulina slips a jab and a cross from Thighpunch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Justin Kulina comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Kulina 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 Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 27:30
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Justin Kulina!
During a confident post fight interview, Justin Kulina thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
C74: Ahma vs. Lermontov
Date: Nov 27, 2021 |
#R1#
Zan lands a right hook to the body.
Thighpunch dips to his left and cracks Zan with an uppercut!
Zan misses with a lunging right hand
and Thighpunch counters with a nice uppercut.
Zan misses with a straight left.
Zan takes a swing at Thighpunch's ribcage but misses.
Tan Zan seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zan lands with a good body shot.
Zan's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Thighpunch connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Zan scrambles back to his feet.
Thighpunch 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.
Thighpunch avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Thighpunch appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Zan throws a lazy uppercut
and Thighpunch counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Zan scores with a jab to the jaw.
Zan lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thighpunch takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Zan takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Zan throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Thighpunch counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Thighpunch misses with a wild combination.
#T1#
Thighpunch ducks under a wild hook from Zan.
Zan tries to clinch but Thighpunch is having none of it.
Thighpunch swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Thighpunch fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Zan looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
We've been told by Zan's head coaches at Alpha Brasil that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Thighpunch lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Zan smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Zan throws a hook but Thighpunch blocks it.
Thighpunch takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Thighpunch throws a sloppy body shot
and Zan counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Zan paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Thighpunch looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Zan takes a jab right on the kisser.
Thighpunch throws a poor cross that misses
and Zan counters with a stiff right hand.
Thighpunch throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
#T2#
Zan lands with an overhand left.
Zan rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Thighpunch connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Thighpunch keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Zan scores with a jab.
Zan moves out of range as Thighpunch strikes.
Thighpunch's jab looks to have found its range, popping Zan under the eye.#CL#
Zan drives through and clinches with Thighpunch against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Thighpunch's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Thighpunch blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Zan misses with a punch on the inside.
Zan lands a body punch in the clinch. #BC2#
Thighpunch breaks the clinch.
Zan ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Zan throws a hook to the side of Thighpunch's head but Thighpunch sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Thighpunch jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
Zan misses with a wild body shot.
Thighpunch staying out of range there.
Thighpunch looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Zan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Thighpunch bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Zan takes a swing at Thighpunch's ribcage but misses.
Zan listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Zan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Thighpunch has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Thighpunch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Thighpunch misses with a straight left.
Thighpunch keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Thighpunch uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Zan.
Jab, jab by Zan - just one landing.
A big right from Thighpunch misses.
Thighpunch throws a right and a left that both miss.#T4#
Zan jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Thighpunch just misses with a punch to the body.
Zan throws a jab when Thighpunch was well out of range.
Zan connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Zan throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Thighpunch sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Zan looks to score with a jab to the body but Thighpunch is just out of range.
Zan looks to land a left hand but Thighpunch moved out of range nicely.
Thighpunch looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Zan throws a shot from downtown. Thighpunch moves away and avoids it.
Zan smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Zan misses with an uppercut.
Thighpunch looks like he wants to counter punch here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Thighpunch avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Zan rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Thighpunch counter with a right hand.
Zan connects with a body shot that sends Thighpunch's belly button to the back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Tan Zan will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Thighpunch walks into a straight right hand from Zan.
Zan uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thighpunch.
Zan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Zan cracks Thighpunch with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Thighpunch throws the left hand but Zan avoids the punch easily.
Thighpunch slips a jab from Zan.
Thighpunch throws out a counter right but Zan avoids it with no problem.
Thighpunch throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Zan.
It looked like Zan wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Zan scores with a jab. Thighpunch acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Thighpunch throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Zan swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Tan Zan is winning the standup battle so far.
Zan throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Thighpunch counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thighpunch bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Zan misses with a left hand
and Thighpunch counters with a stiff right hand.
Thighpunch gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Zan.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Thighpunch throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T1#
Thighpunch throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Zan connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Zan uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Thighpunch has time to react.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting Zan here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Thighpunch lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Zan circles away quickly and effectively.
Zan throws a poor cross that misses
and Thighpunch counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Zan throws a big shot that misses.
Thighpunch misses with an uppercut. Zan saw that one coming.
A little feinted left hand from Zan on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Zan throws an off balance right hand
and Thighpunch counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Thighpunch misses with a wild body shot.
Thighpunch uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Zan.
Thighpunch throws an off balance right hand
and Zan counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Zan throws a body punch but Thighpunch moves out of range.
Despite the aggression on Thighpunch's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
Thighpunch uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Zan.
Zan misses with a body shot.
#T2#
Zan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Thighpunch is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Zan.
Zan needs to keep his hands up - Thighpunch had a free shot at his head there.
Zan bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Thighpunch's head backwards.
A big left from Zan misses.
Zan throws a shot from downtown. Thighpunch moves away and avoids it.
Thighpunch throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
The fighters circling - Thighpunch throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Thighpunch slips under a jab.
Zan missing with a left hand there. Thighpunch was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Thighpunch looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Thighpunch misses the shot to the body.
Zan misses the shot to the body.
Zan bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Thighpunch's head.#T3#
Zan changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Zan throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Thighpunch on the side of the head.
Zan thows a left - swing and a miss!
Thighpunch now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Zan misses with a straight right.
Zan throws a big shot that misses.
Nice body punch from Zan.
Zan misses with a lunging right hand
and Thighpunch counters with a straight right hand.
Zan misses with a hook
and Thighpunch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Zan swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Thighpunch counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Thighpunch has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Thighpunch's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Zan connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Thighpunch scrambles back to his feet.
Zan tries to clinch there but Thighpunch circles away.
Thighpunch looks to throw the jab but Zan is out of range.
Thighpunch keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T4#
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Zan fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
A slow jab from Thighpunch misses its intended target.
Nice body punch from Thighpunch.
Zan throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Thighpunch to counter with a crisp jab.
Zan ducks under a wild hook from Thighpunch.
Zan throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Thighpunch uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Zan.
Zan wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Zan throws a body punch but Thighpunch moves out of range.
Thighpunch looks to throw the jab but Zan is out of range.
Thighpunch throws a lazy right hand but Zan sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Zan misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Zan swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Thighpunch connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Tan Zan will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
Thighpunch is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Thighpunch misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Zan.
A jab from Zan misses.
A nice side step and Thighpunch releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Zan throws an off balance right hand
and Thighpunch makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Zan throws a shot from downtown. Thighpunch moves away and avoids it.
Zan scores with a jab. Thighpunch acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Zan throws a lazy uppercut
and Thighpunch counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Nice defenses there by Zan.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Zan misses with a looping right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thighpunch jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Thighpunch swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Zan counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A jab from Zan misses.
Zan keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T1#
Zan swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Zan swings for the body but Thighpunch moves out of range.
Zan lands a head shot.
Zan takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Nice jab there from Zan.
Thighpunch slips a jab from Zan.
Zan misses with an uppercut.
Zan with a nice cross.
Zan displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Thighpunch throws out the jab.
Thighpunch throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Zan pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Thighpunch appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Jab from Thighpunch.
Zan misses the body punch
and Thighpunch counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T2#
Thighpunch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Zan manages to avoid it.
Thighpunch moves out of range as Zan strikes.
Thighpunch is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Zan with a body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Zan misses with a body shot.
Zan throws an off balance right hand
enabling Thighpunch to counter with a crisp jab.
Thighpunch slips a straight right by Zan.
Zan feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Thighpunchs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Zan's jab looks to have found its range, popping Thighpunch under the eye.
Zan throws a lazy right hand but Thighpunch sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Zan takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Zan moves out of range of the strikes.
Zan scores with a shot to the body.
Thighpunch throws a looping overhand right but Zan ducks down to avoid it.
Zan looks to land a right hand but Thighpunch moved out of range.#T3#
Zan throws a jab but it's blocked by Thighpunch.
Thighpunch slips under a jab from Zan.#CL#
Zan gets a clinch.
Thighpunch doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Zan lands a left hand that snaps the head of Thighpunch backwards.
Still in the clinch, Thighpunch scores with a nice short uppercut.
Zan tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Tan Zan is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Zan misses with a short punch on the inside.
Thighpunch working some nice short punches in the clinch.
A short body shot lands from Thighpunch as the two fighters clinch.
Thighpunch working aggressively here.
Thighpunch misses with a hook to the ribs.
Thighpunch lands a nice shot to the body.
Zan lands on the inside with an uppercut. #T4#
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Zan creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Zan lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Thighpunch or not.
Zan lands a right hand that snaps the head of Thighpunch backwards.
Butch Thighpunch has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thighpunch throws a punch but it's blocked by Zan.
Thighpunch misses with a short punch on the inside.
Thighpunch lands a hook to the side of the head.
Zan lands with a short shot to the head.
Zan lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Zan tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Thighpunch's elbow.
Zan cracks Thighpunch with a nice body shot.
Zan scores with a nice hook to the head.#ROC#Thighpunch is rocked!
Thighpunch throws a head punch that misses.
Thighpunch is still on wobbly legs! Can Zan finish him?
A quick uppercut on the inside from Zan.
Thighpunch misses with a punch to the body.
Thighpunch blocking some punches.
Zan scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Thighpunch blocks an uppercut.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tan Zan showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Zan 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 Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tan Zan!
A victorious Tan Zan thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
C66: McNasty vs. Muller
Date: Oct 02, 2021 |
#R1#
Lundgren takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#TD#
Lundgren scores with a takedown into Thighpunch's guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Lundgren is looking to work some ground and pound but Thighpunch has wrist control.
Lundgren tries to free his leg and advance position but Thighpunch is retaining full guard.
Lundgren throws a big right hand that misses.
Lundgren tries to free his leg and advance position but Thighpunch is retaining full guard.
Lundgren 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.
Lundgren landing with the ground and pound.
Lundgren slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lundgren advances nicely into full mount. #SUB#
Lundgren is working for a guillotine from mount but Thighpunch frees his head quite easily.
#T1#
Lundgren thowing shots but they're missing.
Lundgren wants to control the pace but Thighpunch is squirming around nicely.
Thighpunch is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Lundgren thowing shots but they're missing. #SUB#
Thighpunch defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Lundgren. #T2#
Lundgren can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Thighpunch is looking to escape.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Thighpunch can do anything to dispel that myth.
Lundgren is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Thighpunch is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Thighpunch really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Lundgren. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Lundgren is landing with some decent strikes but Thighpunch is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Lundgren trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Lundgren is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Thighpunch has managed to escape the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Lundgren looking for a guillotine from mount but Thighpunch is having none of it. #T3#
Lundgren wants to control the pace but Thighpunch is squirming around nicely.
Lundgren content just to control the position here. #SUB#
Lundgren looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Thighpunch is squirming around, avoiding Lundgren's attempts to control the action. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Lundgren punching from mount but Thighpunch doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Lundgren throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lundgren thuds his fist into the canvas! Oooouch!
Lundgren sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Lundgren tries to control but Thighpunch wriggling away.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Thighpunch working to try and regain half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mattias Lundgren dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Thighpunch displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Lundgren.
Thighpunch appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Lundgren takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
We've been informed that Thighpunch has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Lundgren fails with the takedown
and Thighpunch counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Lundgren is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Thighpunch appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thighpunch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Lundgren manages to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Thighpunch misses the target.
Lundgren looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Lundgren scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.#T1#
Thighpunch throws a jab when Lundgren was well out of range.
Thighpunch's corner calls for a 1-2. Thighpunch obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CUT2#It looks like Mattias Lundgren has been cut.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Lundgren is defended easily by Thighpunch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mattias Lundgren. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Lundgren shoots in and bounces Thighpunch off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Thighpunch trying to control the position here. #T2#
Thighpunch 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.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lundgren accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lundgren slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Lundgren passes Thighpunch's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Thighpunch keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. #SUB#
Lundgren seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Thighpunch is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Mattias Lundgren!
Mattias Lundgren tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. |
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Event:
C60: Alyoshin vs. Kocak
Date: Sep 04, 2021 |
#R1#
Pinales closes this distance looking for a takedown but Thighpunch circles away.
Thighpunch misses the jab.
Pinales gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Thighpunch counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Pinales shoots in and drives through. Thighpunch sprawls well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Javier Pinales. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Thighpunch throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Pinales shoots in looking for a takedown. Thighpunch tries to sprawl out of it but Pinales keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Thighpunch manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thighpunch tries to clinch #TD#
and Pinales counters with a single leg into guard. Thighpunch didn't expect that. #T1##SUB#
Pinales postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Thighpunch is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Pinales, into his guard. #REVB#
Thighpunch looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB#
Pinales has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Thighpunch can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Pinales working for a triangle but Thighpunch defends it easily.
#SUB#
Pinales is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Thighpunch is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Pinales working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Thighpunch doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Thighpunch manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Pinales has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Thighpunch should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Pinales has tightened it up now! Thighpunch 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 2:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Javier Pinales!
Javier Pinales took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
C55: Garcia vs. Marinov
Date: Aug 07, 2021 |
#R1#
Choo fails in his attempt to clinch.
Choo tries to clinch up.
Thighpunch throws out a counter right but Choo avoids it with no problem.
Thighpunch throws a jab but it's blocked by Choo.
Choo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Thighpunch throws out the jab.
Choo's jab looks to have found its range, popping Thighpunch under the eye.
Choo takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Choo connects with a jab.
Thighpunch 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.
Choo misses with a hook. Thighpunch ducked under it nicely.
Choo 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.
Mew Choo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Choo moves into the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Choo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thighpunch goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Choo lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC#
Choo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Thighpunch avoids the body shot from Choo.
Thighpunch appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Choo throws a right hand that misses
and Thighpunch makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.#T1#
Choo takes a swing at Thighpunch's ribcage but misses.
Choo doesn't manage to clinch there - Thighpunch circles away.
Choo with a nice cross.
Thighpunch scores with a nice strike.
Choo throws a right hand that misses
and Thighpunch counters with a nice uppercut.
A telegraphed right hand from Thighpunch misses the target.
Choo ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Thighpunch works Choo's body with a nice hook.
Thighpunch lands a right hook to the body.
Choo tries to clinch up
enabling Thighpunch to counter with a crisp jab.
Choo misses with a body shot
and Thighpunch counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Choo throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Thighpunch walks into a straight right hand from Choo.
Choo looks to score with a jab to the body but Thighpunch is just out of range.
Choo throws out a loose jab but Thighpunch uses good head movement to avoid it.
Thighpunch moves out of range of the strikes.
Choo swings away with a body shot that misses
and Thighpunch counters with a stiff right hand.
Thighpunch keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Choo.
Thighpunch looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Thighpunch dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Thighpunch ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Choo moves away.
Choo throwing a counter right hand but Thighpunch manages to avoid it.
Thighpunch slips a jab from Choo.#CL#
Choo gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Choo.
Choo is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Choo jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Thighpunch walks away with a smile on his face. Choo gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #T3#
Choo uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch throws a jab when Choo was well out of range.
Thighpunch swings for the body but Choo moves out of range.
Choo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thighpunch.
Choo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Thighpunch throws out the jab.
Choo is looking to counter punch.
Choo throws a looping overhand right but Thighpunch ducks down to avoid it.
Thighpunch appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Thighpunch takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Choo just misses with a punch to the body.
Choo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thighpunch.
Choo swings for the body but Thighpunch moves out of range.
Choo misses with a jab, cross combination.
Choo avoids a punch combination nicely.
#T4#
Choo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thighpunch was well out of range. Poor timing from Choo.
Choo throws a body punch but Thighpunch moves out of range. #CL#
Choo has Thighpunch up against the cage in a clinch.
Choo lands with a light punch inside. #BC#
Choo manages to break the clinch.
Choo throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Thighpunch counter with a right hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Choo misses with a wild body shot.
Thighpunch is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Choo is looking to wear down Thighpunch with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Choo on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Thighpunch dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Thighpunch misses with a hook.
Choo looks to land a left hand but Thighpunch moved out of range nicely.
Thighpunch swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Butch Thighpunch will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Thighpunch on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Choo uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Thighpunch.
Choo swings for the body but Thighpunch moves out of range.
Thighpunch now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Thighpunch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Choo manages to avoid it.
Butch Thighpunch seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Thighpunch takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Choo digs a good hook to Thighpunch's body.
Thighpunch on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Choo throws a body punch but Thighpunch moves out of range.
Choo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thighpunch throws out a counter right but Choo avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Choo fails in his attempt to clinch.
Choo takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Thighpunch throws a hook but Choo avoids it easily.
Thighpunch lands with a right hand. #T1#
Choo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thighpunch moves away.
Choo with a nice cross.
A big left from Thighpunch misses.
Choo misses with a hook to the body
and Thighpunch counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Good exchange - Choo coming out on top.
Choo misses with a body shot.
Choo throws a right and a left that Thighpunch avoids nicely.
Choo avoids the body shot from Thighpunch.
Choo is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Thighpunch misses with a jab, cross combination.
A decent looking cross lands there for Choo.
Choo is looking to clinch but Thighpunch is avoiding it.
Thighpunch is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Choo with a body shot.
Choo takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Choo scores with a shot to the body.
#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Choo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Thighpunch.
Choo takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Thighpunch takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Choo throws a combination. Thighpunch tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
A looping hook to the body misses from Thighpunch. Choo does a little dance to reset his feet.
Choo lands a nice shot to the body.
Thighpunch walks into a straight right hand from Choo.
Thighpunch scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Choo cracks Thighpunch with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Choo displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Thighpunch throws out the jab.
Choo throws a looping overhand right but Thighpunch ducks down to avoid it.
Thighpunch slips a jab from Choo.#T3#
Choo swings for the body but Thighpunch moves out of range.
Choo misses with a body shot.
Choo cracks Thighpunch with a good jab.
Choo lands with a shot to the body.
Choo moves in looking to clinch but Thighpunch pushes him off.
Thighpunch keeps the fight on the outside.
Choo misses the shot to the body.
Thighpunch swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Choo shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
A cross from Thighpunch lands.#CUT2#It looks like Mew Choo has been cut.
Choo moves out of range of the strikes.
Choo ducks under a wild hook from Thighpunch.
Choo connects with a body shot.
Choo rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Thighpunch counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
Choo misses with a wild body shot.
Choo connects with a right hand. Thighpunch shakes it off.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Thighpunch slips under a jab.
Thighpunch lands a nice looking body shot.
Thighpunch misses with a two punch combination.
Choo scores with a sloppy right hand. Thighpunch should have avoided that one.
Jab, jab by Choo - just one landing.
Thighpunch misses the shot to the body.
Thighpunch throws a good cross that connects.
A looping hook to the body misses from Choo. Thighpunch does a little dance to reset his feet.
Thighpunch punishes Choo's body with a nice straight punch.
Jab from Choo.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Mew Choo will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mew Choo's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Choo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Choo takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Thighpunch walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Choo misses with a straight left.
Choo lands a body shot.
Choo walks into a left hand.
Choo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Thighpunch moves away.
Choo throws out a loose jab but Thighpunch uses good head movement to avoid it.
Choo avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
It looked like Choo was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Thighpunch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Choo tries to close the distance and clinch but Thighpunch swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Thighpunch uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Choo.
The crowd cheers as Choo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Thighpunch doesn't seem phased though.
Choo scores with a nice strike.#T1#
A swing and a miss from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch thows a left - swing and a miss!
It looked like Choo wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A left lands for Thighpunch.
Choo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Decent striking displayed by Thighpunch there.
Choo throws a lazy uppercut
and Thighpunch counters with a stiff right hand. #ROC2#Choo is rocked!
Thighpunch throws a jab but it's blocked by Choo.
A looping hook to the body misses from Choo. Thighpunch does a little dance to reset his feet.
A jab from Choo misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Choo. Thighpunch does a little dance to reset his feet.
A slow jab from Choo misses its intended target.
Choo takes a swing at Thighpunch's ribcage but misses. #T2#
A nice combination there by Choo.
Choo takes a swing at Thighpunch's ribcage but misses.
Choo ducks under a wild hook from Thighpunch.
Choo looks to land a right hand but Thighpunch moved out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Choo connects with a body shot that sends Thighpunch's belly button to the back.
Jab from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Choo cracks a nice hook into Thighpunch's ribs.
Thighpunch thows a left - swing and a miss!
Thighpunch looks to score with a jab to the body but Choo is just out of range.
Thighpunch throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Choo stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Choo is looking to clinch but Thighpunch is avoiding it.
#T3#
Choo takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Thighpunch throws out a loose jab but Choo uses good head movement to avoid it.
Choo throws a looping overhand right but Thighpunch ducks down to avoid it.
Choo throws a body shot but no joy.
Choo with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Thighpunch to score with a decent uppercut.
Choo throws a lazy uppercut
and Thighpunch counters with a straight right hand.
Oh Choo is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Choo lands a really nice looking cross but Thighpunch seems unphased.
Thighpunch throws a monster overhand right that drops Choo! Thighpunch follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Butch Thighpunch!
In his post fight interview, Butch Thighpunch started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
C51: Al Jhit vs. Lermontov
Date: Jul 17, 2021 |
#R1#
Thighpunch misses with a looping right.
Lundgren misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Thighpunch connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Lundgren takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. #CUT2#It looks like Mattias Lundgren has been cut.
Thighpunch misses with a right hand #TD#
and Lundgren counters with a takedown into side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Lundgren working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Lundgren misses with an attempted head punch from side control.
Thighpunch really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Lundgren. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#T1#
Lundgren working away.
Lundgren is looking to take a break and control but Thighpunch is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Lundgren is putting a hurting on Thighpunch here, landing some big shots from side control.
Lundgren has knee on belly momentarily but Thighpunch bucks him off and regains half guard.
Lundgren trying to control the action but Thighpunch is working from the bottom.
Thighpunch won't allow Lundgren to pass to mount. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Lundgren wants to lay and pray for a moment but Thighpunch keeps working.
Lundgren tries to pass to full mount but Thighpunch defends it. #SUB#
Lundgren is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Thighpunch doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lundgren. #SUB#
Lundgren seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Thighpunch has recovered full guard. #T3#
Thighpunch avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Lundgren stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Thighpunch swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Thighpunch 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.
Lundgren trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lundgren looking to pass the guard.
Lundgren is working hard here to advance position.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Lundgren 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.
Lundgren is stalling in the full guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Lundgren dives in for a single leg takedown but Thighpunch sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Thighpunch tries a body shot but Lundgren blocks it.
Lundgren is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mattias Lundgren. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Thighpunch tries to throw a body punch but Lundgren avoids it by throwing Thighpunch back against the cage. #BC2#
Thighpunch breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
No luck for Lundgren with that takedown attempt.
Lundgren closes this distance looking for a takedown but Thighpunch circles away.
Thighpunch wants to counter with a clinch but Lundgren pushes him away.
Lundgren fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Thighpunch avoids it really well and circles away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lundgren takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Butch Thighpunch will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Mattias Lundgren's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Lundgren doesn't manage to clinch there - Thighpunch circles away.
Lundgren takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Thighpunch connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Nice defenses there by Lundgren.
Lundgren changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Lundgren dives in for a single leg takedown but Thighpunch sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Lundgren is trying to pull guard but Thighpunch turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Thighpunch tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lundgren's elbow.
Thighpunch has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Thighpunch misses with a punch on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lundgren fails to pull the fight into his guard.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mattias Lundgren. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Lundgren pulls Thighpunch into guard.
Lundgren seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Thighpunch pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lundgren is keeping the position for now. #T1##SUB#
Lundgren escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Thighpunch gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Lundgren is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Thighpunch trying to control the position from guard on top but Lundgren is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've been informed that Thighpunch has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#SUB#
Lundgren is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Thighpunch frees his head nicely. Oh but Lundgren has switched to an armbar! Thighpunch is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Mattias Lundgren!
Mattias Lundgren 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:
C45: Umm vs. Kuwabara
Date: Jun 26, 2021 |
#R1#
A big left from Thighpunch misses.
Pinales fails with a takedown attempt.
Thighpunch lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Pinales circles away quickly and effectively.
Pinales ducks right into an uppercut from Thighpunch. #CUT2#It looks like Javier Pinales has been cut.#TD#
Pinales closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Pinales lands in his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Pinales postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Thighpunch is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Pinales, into his guard. #REVB##SUB#
Pinales looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T1##SUB#
Thighpunch is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Pinales has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Thighpunch is looking to defend but Pinales has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Thighpunch! Pinales pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Thighpunch taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Javier Pinales!
A determined Javier Pinales didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it! |
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Event:
C40: Lundgren vs. Pinales
Date: May 30, 2021 |
#R1#
A lazy left from Krylov finds it's target.
Krylov doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Thighpunch swings away with a body shot that misses
and Thighpunch takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A jab lands there for Krylov.
Thighpunch changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Krylov looks to land a left hand but Thighpunch moved out of range nicely.
Krylov throws a head kick that misses
and Thighpunch counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#CUT#It looks like Ivan Krylov has been cut.
Krylov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Thighpunch defends it nicely.
Some wild striking there from Krylov.
Thighpunch connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thighpunch works the jab nicely.
Thighpunch seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Krylov swings away with a body shot that misses
and Thighpunch counters with a stiff right hand. #T1#
Thighpunch bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Butch Thighpunch is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Thighpunch misses with a jab, cross combination.
Krylov throws a big counter head kick but Thighpunch avoids it with no problem.
A looping hook to the body misses from Thighpunch. Krylov does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little jabbing left from Krylov on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Krylov throws a series of punches but Thighpunch moves out of range.
Thighpunch swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Thighpunch jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Krylov throws a lazy right hand but Thighpunch sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Krylov moves out of range as Thighpunch strikes.
Krylov throws a left and a right that both miss
and Thighpunch counters with a nice body shot.
Krylov pivots, looking for a leg kick but Thighpunch is out of range and Krylov settles back down.
Krylov fails in his attempt to clinch.
Krylov doesn't manage to clinch there - Thighpunch circles away.
Krylov misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Thighpunch was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Krylov scores with a nice right hand.
Thighpunch throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Krylov tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Thighpunch manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#T2#
Krylov tries to clinch up.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Krylov shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Thighpunch defends it nicely.
Krylov takes one on the button.
Thighpunch misses with a wild body shot.
Krylov walks into a jab.#CL2#
Krylov has taken the fight to the clinch.
#BC#
Thighpunch manages to break the clinch.
Krylov swings for the body but Thighpunch moves out of range.
Krylov throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Thighpunch counters with a straight right hand.
Krylov rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Thighpunch counters with a nice uppercut. #CUT#That has opened up Ivan Krylov's cut even more.#T3#
A big left from Krylov misses.
Ivan Krylov seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Krylov doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Thighpunch counters with a lovely straight right hand!#ROC#Krylov is rocked!
Butch Thighpunch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Ivan Krylov.
Thighpunch cracks Krylov with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Krylov falls to his knees and Thighpunch doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Butch Thighpunch!
Butch Thighpunch 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:
C34: Larkin vs. Knox
Date: May 02, 2021 |
#R1#
Conway gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Thighpunch misses with a left hand
and Conway counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Conway throws an off balance right hand
and Thighpunch counters with a stiff right hand.
Thighpunch fails to land with a series of punches.
An attempted straight right counter from Conway misses the target.
Thighpunch fails to land with a series of punches.
Conway swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Conway jabs Thighpunch right on the nose. Thighpunch blinks but takes it well.
Thighpunch misses with a wild body shot.
Conway definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Thighpunch swings widly with a right hand
and Thighpunch takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Thighpunch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Conway manages to avoid it.
Thighpunch throws a good cross that connects.
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!
Thighpunch tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Conway is looking to counter punch.#T1#
A looping hook to the body misses from Thighpunch. Conway does a little dance to reset his feet.
Conway scores with a nice head shot.
Thighpunch connects with a right hand. Conway shakes it off.
Conway really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Conway rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
letting Thighpunch counter with a right hand.
Thighpunch tries to clinch up.
Conway lands a nice looking body shot.
The fighters circling - Conway throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Thighpunch lands a body shot.
Thighpunch swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Conway counter with a right hand.
Thighpunch 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.#T2#
Thighpunch misses with a wild body shot.
An attempted straight right counter from Conway misses the target.
Conway blocks a jab.
Thighpunch rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Conway counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Thighpunch lands with a right hand.
A looping hook to the body misses from Thighpunch. Conway does a little dance to reset his feet.
Conway keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Thighpunch throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Thighpunch lands with a cross.
Conway misses with a right hand
and Thighpunch counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Thighpunch throws a combination that misses
and Conway counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Thighpunch dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Thighpunch throws a right hand that misses
and Conway connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Thighpunch ducks under a wild hook from Conway.
Thighpunch swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thighpunch looks to throw the jab but Conway is out of range.
Conway throws a lazy uppercut
letting Thighpunch counter with a right hand.
Thighpunch swings away with a body shot that misses
and Conway counters with a stiff right hand.
Conway moves into range and connects with a jab. #T4#
Thighpunch ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Conway moves away.
Conway has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Conway 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!
Thighpunch drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Thighpunch gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Thighpunch walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Thighpunch uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Conway.
Thighpunch now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Thighpunch misses with a hook
and Conway counters with a nice uppercut.
Conway ducks under a wild hook from Thighpunch.
Conway fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Thighpunch looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Butch Thighpunch will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Conway uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Thighpunch.
An attempted straight right counter from Conway misses the target.
Thighpunch just misses with a punch to the body.
Conway avoids the body shot from Thighpunch.
Conway is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Conway moves into range and connects with a jab.
Butch Thighpunch seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Thighpunch catches Conway with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Conway connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Conway uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thighpunch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thighpunch jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Thighpunch misses with a hook
and Conway counters with a straight right hand.
Thighpunch misses with a straight right. #T1#
Thighpunch swings away with a body shot that misses
and Conway counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Thighpunch changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Conway throws a hook but Thighpunch blocks it.
Butch Thighpunch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Conway throws a hook but Thighpunch blocks it.
Thighpunch ducks under a wild hook from Conway.
Thighpunch bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Thighpunch swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Conway misses the body punch
and Thighpunch counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Thighpunch on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Conway takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#T2#
Conway on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Thighpunch swings widly with a right hand
letting Conway counter with a right hand.
Thighpunch swings away with a body shot that misses
and Conway counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Thighpunch takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Thighpunch throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Conway sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Conway uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Thighpunch.
Conway takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Thighpunch throws a hook but Conway blocks it.#T3#
Conway misses with a combination
and Conway takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Conway lands with a nice body punch.
Conway throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Conway moves out of range of the strikes.
Thighpunch misses with a body punch
and Conway counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Conway misses with an uppercut.
Thighpunch lands a nice hook to Conway's body. Conway takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Conway throws a lazy uppercut
and Thighpunch counters with a left and a right that stings Conway. #T4#
Thighpunch bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Conway's head.#ROC2#Conway is rocked!
Thighpunch fails to land with a series of punches.
Oh Conway is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thighpunch scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Conway swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thighpunch misses with a left hand
and Conway counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Thighpunch throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Conway is looking to counter punch.
Conway seems to have got his legs back now.
Thighpunch misses with an uppercut
and Conway counters with a right hand to the body.
Thighpunch bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Thighpunch swings and misses with a shot to the body
enabling Conway to counter with a crisp jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Butch Thighpunch will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Thighpunch throws a hook but Conway avoids it easily.
Conway is looking for a counter combo.
Thighpunch throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Conway swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A lazy left from Thighpunch finds it's target.
Conway moves out of range of the strikes.
Thighpunch misses with a jab to the body
enabling Conway to counter with a crisp jab.
Thighpunch moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Conway lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Conway missing with a left hand there. Thighpunch was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Thighpunch misses with a hook.
Conway throwing a counter right hand but Thighpunch manages to avoid it.#T1#
Thighpunch throws a right and a left that both miss.
Thighpunch just misses with a punch to the body.
Thighpunch lands with a cross.
Thighpunch throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Thighpunch misses with a body shot
enabling Conway to counter with a crisp jab.
Thighpunch keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Conway.
Conway lands with a hook. Thighpunch tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Thighpunch displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Conway throws out the jab.
Thighpunch misses with a straight left. #T2#
Thighpunch throws out a loose jab but Conway uses good head movement to avoid it.
Thighpunch misses with a left hand
and Conway counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Thighpunch just misses with a punch to the body.
Thighpunch throws an off balance right hand
and Conway counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Thighpunch has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Thighpunch takes a swing at Conway's ribcage but misses.
Conway displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Thighpunch throws out the jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Thighpunch swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Conway tries to bum rush Thighpunch with a series of wild strikes but Thighpunch uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Conway throws a lazy uppercut
and Thighpunch counters with a nice body shot. #T3#
Conway lands with an uppercut that bounces Thighpunch off the cage and back into range.
Conway lands a lovely overhand right.
Thighpunch dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Thighpunch loads up on a big right hand but Conway slips the punch.
Butch Thighpunch is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
A jab lands there for Conway.
Sloppy strikes from Thighpunch. Those never looked like landing.
Thighpunch misses with a right hand
and Conway counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Thighpunch throws a sloppy body shot
and Conway counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
Thighpunch lands a nice looking body shot.
Conway throws a body shot but no joy.
Thighpunch throws a jab when Conway was well out of range.
Thighpunch fails to land with a series of punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Thighpunch throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Thighpunch swinging wildly here.
Thighpunch misses the jab.
It looked like Conway was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Thighpunch.
Ricky Conway has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Thighpunch misses with a body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Ricky Conway.
Well Thighpunch 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 Mauricio Rocha scores the fight 28:30
Judge Alexandre Firmino scores the fight 28:29
Judge Emerson Jorge scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Butch Thighpunch!
A less than humble Butch Thighpunch 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:
SMASH: Dionsy vs Archer
Date: Mar 20, 2021 |
#R1#
Leifsson shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Thighpunch throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thighpunch closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CL2#
Leifsson moves into the clinch successfully.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Leifsson.
Leifsson misses with a short punch on the inside.
Leifsson lands an uppercut.#TD2#
Leifsson pulls guard effortlessly.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#SUB2#
Leifsson looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Leifsson is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Thighpunch defends well.#SUB2#
Leifsson has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Thighpunch should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Leifsson has tightened it up now! Thighpunch should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Skjoldr Leifsson!
In his post fight interview, Skjoldr Leifsson started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
SMASH: Nekele vs Knox
Date: Feb 20, 2021 |
#R1#
Thighpunch cracks a nice hook into Barnes's ribs.
Barnes takes one on the button.#CL#
Barnes closes the distance and clinches.
Thighpunch slows down the pace here.
Thighpunch tries to work over Barnes's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Thighpunch misses with a hook from the clinch.
Thighpunch is leaning against Barnes and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A nice right hand lands inside from Thighpunch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice body punch from Barnes.
Thighpunch lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Barnes can't find room to land a body shot as Thighpunch controls the action.
A short left from Thighpunch. #T1#
Barnes tries to throw a body punch but Thighpunch avoids it by throwing Barnes back against the cage.
Barnes can't find room to land a body shot as Thighpunch controls the action.
Thighpunch lands a left hand that snaps the head of Barnes backwards.
Thighpunch stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Barnes lands an uppercut.
Barnes throws a punch but it's blocked by Thighpunch.
Barnes's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Thighpunch tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Barnes's elbow.
Barnes dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Barnes goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Barnes has a couple of punches blocked by Thighpunch.
#T2#
Barnes lands a left hand.
Barnes misses with the head strike.
Barnes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Thighpunch struggles to land a body shot inside as Barnes controls his hands.
Barnes tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Thighpunch is trying to push Barnes away but Barnes has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Thighpunch blocks an uppercut.
Barnes blocking some punches.
Thighpunch misses with a body punch.
A left hand lands to the body for Barnes.
Barnes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Thighpunch lands a shoulder strike. #T3#
Thighpunch lands with a short shot to the head.
A nice right hand lands inside from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Thighpunch tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Thighpunch prevents a body shot from Barnes.
Thighpunch pressing his opponent against the cage.
Thighpunch throws a punch but it's blocked by Barnes.
Thighpunch throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Barness head.
Thighpunch stalling in the clinch.
Thighpunch swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T4#
Thighpunch swings wildly with an uppercut but Barnes uses good head movement to avoid it.
Thighpunch tries to work over Barnes's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Thighpunch misses with some punches.
Thighpunch misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC2#
Thighpunch's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Thighpunch lands a nice hook to Barnes's body. Barnes takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Barnes lands with a hook. Thighpunch tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Barnes will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
We've been told by Barnes's head coaches at Qube MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#CL#
Barnes has closed the distance and engaged Thighpunch in a clinch.
Barnes tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Barnes misses with a short punch on the inside.
Thighpunch scores with an uppercut up the middle.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Butch Thighpunch dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Barnes throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Thighpunch counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Thighpunch swings for the body but Barnes moves out of range.
Barnes scores with a jab to the head.
Barnes slips a jab from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch misses with a straight left.
Thighpunch throws a shot from downtown. Barnes moves away and avoids it.
Barnes misses with a hook to the body
letting Thighpunch counter with a right hand.
Thighpunch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
As Thighpunch looks to move away, Barnes throws a big counter combo but Thighpunch just gets out of the way.
Barnes misses the body punch
and Barnes takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Barnes tries to clinch but Thighpunch moves away
and Thighpunch counters with a right hand to the body.
Thighpunch checks a leg kick.#CL#
Barnes forces Thighpunch back against the cage and clinches.
Thighpunch's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Barnes throws a head punch that misses. #T1#
Barnes scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Thighpunch tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Barnes's elbow.
Thighpunch lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Thighpunch tries to work over Barnes's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Thighpunch misses with a short punch on the inside.
Barnes blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Thighpunch tries a body shot but Barnes blocks it.
#BC2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Thighpunch pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Barnes wants to clinch
and Thighpunch counters with a right hand to the body.
Barnes misses with a few strikes there.
Barnes fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#T2#
Thighpunch paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Barnes gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Andrew Barnes seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Barnes scores with a jab. Thighpunch acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Barnes lands a nice leg kick that just misses Thighpunch's sensitive parts.
Thighpunch thows a left - swing and a miss!
Barnes fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Barnes is looking to clinch.
Thighpunch looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Barnes tries to close the distance and clinch up but Thighpunch swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Thighpunch avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Thighpunch scores with a nice strike.
Thighpunch takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Barnes bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Barnes misses with a leg kick
and Barnes takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Barnes has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Thighpunch will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#T3#
Barnes uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thighpunch.
Thighpunch tests Barnes's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Barnes slips under a jab.
Thighpunch looks to score with a jab to the body but Barnes is just out of range.
Andrew Barnes is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Barnes throws a solid leg kick but Thighpunch takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Barnes.
Barnes tries to clinch but Thighpunch moves away
and Thighpunch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Barnes needs to keep his hands up - Thighpunch had a free shot at his head there.
Barnes throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Thighpunch throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Barnes tries to clinch but Thighpunch is having none of it.
Thighpunch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barnes manages to avoid it.
Thighpunch circles away from the clinch attempt.
#T4#
Thighpunch takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Barnes throws a series of punches but Thighpunch moves out of range.
We've been informed that Thighpunch has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Thighpunch showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Barnes.
Barnes slips a straight right by Thighpunch.
Barnes is looking to counter the offense by Thighpunch and move into the clinch.
Barnes misses with a leg kick
and Thighpunch counters with a straight right hand.
Thighpunch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barnes manages to avoid it.
A low kick from Barnes is predictable there
and Barnes takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Barnes lands a nice leg kick that just misses Thighpunch's sensitive parts. #CL#
Barnes has closed the distance and engaged Thighpunch in a clinch.
Thighpunch lands with a light punch inside.
Barnes misses with a hook to the ribs.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Butch Thighpunch showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Barnes avoids the body shot from Thighpunch.
Barnes fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Thighpunch is out of range.
Thighpunch takes a swing at Barnes's ribcage but misses.
A head kick from Barnes lands but Thighpunch takes it in his stride.
Thighpunch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barnes manages to avoid it.
Thighpunch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Barnes manages to avoid it.
Butch Thighpunch seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Thighpunch misses the shot to the body.
Barnes doesn't manage to clinch there - Thighpunch circles away.
Barnes tries to clinch but Thighpunch is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fight stays on the outside here - Barnes looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Thighpunch misses the shot to the body.
As Thighpunch tries to get set, Barnes tries to push him back and clinch up but Thighpunch manages to avoid the attempt.
Thighpunch lands a right hook to the body.
Thighpunch doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T1#
Barnes tries to close the distance and clinch but Thighpunch swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Thighpunch closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Thighpunch takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
A nice combination there by Barnes.
Barnes scores with a leg kick.
Barnes wants to clinch but Thighpunch slips to the side
enabling Thighpunch to counter with a crisp jab.
Thighpunch feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Barness jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Barnes wants to clinch but Thighpunch slips to the side
and Thighpunch counters with a nice uppercut.
Barnes motions for Thighpunch to come forward. Barnes throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A countering left hand to the body from Thighpunch misses.
Nice cross by Thighpunch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Barnes bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
As Thighpunch looks to move away, Barnes throws a big counter combo but Thighpunch just gets out of the way.
Barnes scores with a leg kick.
#T2#
Barnes swings for the body but Thighpunch moves out of range.
Barnes swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Thighpunch counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
The fight stays on the outside here - Barnes looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Barnes tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Thighpunch connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Barnes tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Thighpunch paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Barnes closes the distance but Thighpunch moves to the side
enabling Thighpunch to counter with a crisp jab.
Thighpunch lands with a straight right. Barnes didn't see that one coming.
Thighpunch fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Barnes looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Barnes swinging wildly here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Thighpunch. Barnes does a little dance to reset his feet.#T3#
Thighpunch misses with an uppercut. Barnes saw that one coming.
Thighpunch fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Barnes looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Thighpunch lands a nice looking body shot.
Barnes darts in trying to clinch
and Thighpunch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Barnes doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Butch Thighpunch is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Thighpunch lands a two punch combo.
#CL#
Barnes pushes Thighpunch up against the cage in a clinch.
Thighpunch works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Thighpunch misses with a hook to the ribs.
Barnes taking a breather. #T4#
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Barnes. #BC2#
Thighpunch breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Barnes tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Barnes is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Barnes moves to clinch but Thighpunch breaks away
and Thighpunch counters with a stiff right hand.
Barnes slips a jab and a cross from Thighpunch.
Andrew Barnes has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Barnes throws an off balance right hand
and Thighpunch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Thighpunch fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Barnes on the side of the head.
Thighpunch checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Barnes wants to clinch
and Thighpunch connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
And that's the end of the fight!
Butch Thighpunch comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Thighpunch 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 Nard Betker scores the fight 27:30
Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 27:30
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Butch Thighpunch!
A very excited looking Butch Thighpunch 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:
SMASH: Dionisy vs Gustafsson
Date: Jan 30, 2021 |
#R1#
Thighpunch throws a shot to the body.
A big right from Thighpunch misses.
Thighpunch throws the left hand but Flexy avoids the punch easily.
Thighpunch throws a jab when Flexy was well out of range.#TD#
Flexy decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Flexy is working for a kimura but Thighpunch is defending it quite comfortably.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Flexy is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Thighpunch doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Flexy. #SUB#
Flexy is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Thighpunch sees it coming and defends easily.#T1#
Thighpunch is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Flexy is working for a kimura but Thighpunch is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Flexy is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Flexy is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Thighpunch defends it well. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Thighpunch manages to get to full guard.
Thighpunch keeping moving, preventing Flexy from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Flexy drops back looking for a leg! Thighpunch is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Thighpunch manages to kick Flexy off! Flexy jumps back into Thighpunch's guard. #SU#
Flexy gets to his feet. Thighpunch looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Thighpunch's jab looks to have found its range, popping Flexy under the eye.#T3#
Flexy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Thighpunch.
Flexy appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Flexy avoids a punch combination nicely.
Butch Thighpunch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thighpunch misses with a straight right.
Flexy tries to counter with a takedown but Thighpunch is quick to defend against it.
Butch Thighpunch is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Thighpunch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Flexy manages to avoid it.
Thighpunch throws a big shot that misses.
Flexy attempts a counter takedown but Thighpunch avoids it well and moves away.
Thighpunch throws an overhand right that lands on Flexy's shoulder, as Flexy tries to avoid the shot.
Thighpunch tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Flexy was well out of range. Poor timing from Thighpunch.#TD#
Flexy drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#T4#
Flexy trying to control the position from guard on top but Thighpunch is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Flexy drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Flexy jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Flexy wants to pass the guard but Thighpunch is keeping the position.
Flexy passes Thighpunch's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Flexy is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Thighpunch! #SUB#
Flexy working for a guillotine from mount but Thighpunch is in no mood to give up.
Flexy sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Flexy wants to control the pace but Thighpunch is squirming around nicely. #SUB#
Flexy is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Thighpunch has managed to escape the submission attempt.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Dropkick Flexy dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Thighpunch misses the shot to the body.
A swing and a miss from Thighpunch.
We've been informed that Thighpunch has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Thighpunch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Flexy manages to avoid it.
Thighpunch throws a jab but it's blocked by Flexy.
Thighpunch digs a good body shot into Flexy's ribs.
Thighpunch throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Flexy sees it coming and avoids it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Flexy has his takedown stuffed
letting Thighpunch counter with a right hand.
Thighpunch lands a body shot.
#T1#
A shot to the liver by Thighpunch. Beautiful body shot.#TD#
Flexy shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SU#
Flexy gets to his feet - Thighpunch follows without any prompting.
Flexy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Flexy was well out of range. Poor timing from Thighpunch.
A shot to the liver by Thighpunch. Beautiful body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Thighpunch. Flexy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Flexy tries to counter with a takedown but Thighpunch is quick to defend against it.
Thighpunch misses with a wild combination.
Flexy attempts a counter takedown but Thighpunch avoids it well and moves away.#T2#
Flexy staying out of range there.
Thighpunch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Thighpunch misses with a body shot.
Flexy avoids a lazy jab quite easily.#TD#
Thighpunch gets caught napping as Flexy dives in and scores a takedown. Thighpunch manages to retain guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thighpunch is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Flexy engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Flexy thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T3##SUB#
Flexy drops back looking for a leg! Thighpunch is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Thighpunch manages to kick Flexy off! Flexy jumps back into Thighpunch's guard.
Thighpunch working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Flexy.
Flexy tries to free his leg and advance position but Thighpunch is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Flexy 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.
Flexy is looking to advance position but Thighpunch has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Flexy is trying to escape the mount.
#T4#
Thighpunch trying to control but Flexy is having none of it.
Flexy really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Flexy tries to hold on but Thighpunch postures up.
Flexy 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.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Thighpunch is thwarting Flexy's attempts to control the position.
Thighpunch sitting and controlling from the half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Butch Thighpunch showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Flexy has his takedown stuffed
enabling Thighpunch to counter with a crisp jab.
Thighpunch throws a looping overhand right but Flexy ducks down to avoid it.
Thighpunch comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Thighpunch tests Flexy's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Flexy takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Butch Thighpunch seems to be getting the better of the standup.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thighpunch misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Flexy.
Thighpunch digs a good body shot into Flexy's ribs.#T1#
Thighpunch throws an off balance right hand
#TD#
and Flexy counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB#
Flexy is looking for a kimura here.
Thighpunch wants to control but Flexy is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Flexy is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Thighpunch has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Thighpunch is defending against the submission attempts here by Flexy.
Thighpunch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2##SUB#
Flexy is working for a kimura but Thighpunch is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Flexy looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB#
Flexy is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T3##SUB#
Flexy 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.
Flexy wants to lay and pray for a moment but Thighpunch keeps working. #SUB#
Flexy is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Thighpunch has managed to free his arm - good work.
Flexy trying to pass the guard but Thighpunch defending well. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Flexy seems to be working for a kimura but Thighpunch defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Flexy is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Thighpunch is just riding it out for now. Flexy eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Flexy is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Flexy is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Thighpunch doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Flexy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dropkick Flexy showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Flexy has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:28
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Dropkick Flexy!
Our winner, Dropkick Flexy, 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:
SMASH: Dionsy vs Rautio
Date: Dec 26, 2020 |
#R1#
Thighpunch waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Yoder.
Thighpunch works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.#CUT#It looks like Ryan Yoder has been cut.
A looping hook to the body misses from Thighpunch. Yoder does a little dance to reset his feet.
Yoder throws a counter combo.
Thighpunch paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Thighpunch throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Yoder sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Thighpunch throws a hook but Yoder blocks it.
Yoder throws a nice outside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thighpunch throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Thighpunch misses with a lunging right hand
and Yoder counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Thighpunch misses with a right hand
and Yoder counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T1#
Thighpunch looks to score with a jab to the body but Yoder is just out of range.
Thighpunch misses with a combination
letting Yoder counter with a right hand.
Thighpunch checks the leg kick nicely there.
Thighpunch throwing a counter right hand but Yoder manages to avoid it.
Thighpunch falls off balance throwing a combination
and Yoder counters with a two punch combo.
Yoder misses with a wild combination.
Yoder swings away with a body shot that misses
and Thighpunch counters with a left and a right that stings Yoder.
Thighpunch just misses with a punch to the body.
Yoder doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T2#
Thighpunch scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Yoder doesn't seem bothered though.
Thighpunch lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thighpunch throws an off balance right hand
and Yoder counters with a left and a right that stings Thighpunch.
Thighpunch's jab looks to have found its range, popping Yoder under the eye.
Thighpunch connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Thighpunch looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Yoder slips a jab and a cross from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch throws a body punch but Yoder moves out of range.
It seemed like Yoder was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Yoder lands a right hook to the body.
Thighpunch misses with an uppercut. Yoder saw that one coming.#T3#
Thighpunch throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Yoder makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Thighpunch lands the left hand.
Yoder misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Thighpunch counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Yoder with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Thighpunch throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Yoder now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Thighpunch connects with a jab.
Thighpunch rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Yoder moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Thighpunch thows a left - swing and a miss!
Yoder showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Thighpunch.
Butch Thighpunch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T4#
Thighpunch just misses with a punch to the body.
Yoder with the counter takedown but Thighpunch avoids it easily.
Thighpunch slips a jab and a cross from Yoder.
Thighpunch looks to land a left hand but Yoder moved out of range nicely.
A countering left hand to the body from Yoder misses.
Thighpunch throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Yoder is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
That kick from Yoder tenderised Thighpunch's leg. Thighpunch is trying to keep his angry face on.
Thighpunch throws a body punch but Yoder moves out of range.
Thighpunch misses with a hook
and Yoder makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Yoder takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Butch Thighpunch dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Ryan Yoder's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Thighpunch, as that shot connected.
#ROC#Yoder is rocked!
Thighpunch slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Yoder is still on wobbly legs! Can Thighpunch finish him?
Thighpunch thows a left - swing and a miss!
Yoder seems to have recovered his senses.
Thighpunch lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Thighpunch is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Yoder can do to turn this around?
Thighpunch scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Yoder throws a nice looking combination but Thighpunch bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thighpunch swings for the body but Yoder moves out of range.
Thighpunch misses the jab.
Thighpunch throws a sloppy body shot
and Thighpunch takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T1#
Thighpunch lands a nice shot to the body.
Yoder is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Thighpunch rather than just go for the knockout.
A shot to the body from Thighpunch misses #TD2#
and Yoder counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SU2#
Yoder decides to stand and escape the position.
Yoder lands a nice hook to Thighpunch's body. Thighpunch takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Thighpunch misses with a combination
and Yoder counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Thighpunch fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Yoder looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Thighpunch uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.#T2#
Thighpunch misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Yoder counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thighpunch works Yoder's body with a nice hook.
Yoder slips under a jab from Thighpunch.
Ryan Yoder is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Thighpunch throws a hook to the side of Yoder's head but Yoder sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Thighpunch throws a body punch but Yoder moves out of range.
Thighpunch throws out a loose jab but Yoder uses good head movement to avoid it. #KD#
Oooooh!!! Thighpunch has knocked Yoder down with a huge combo! Thighpunch steps away and waves a wobbly Yoder back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#CUT#That has opened up Ryan Yoder's cut even more.
Thighpunch throws a right hand that misses
and Yoder counters with a series of strikes. Thighpunch will be more careful next time no doubt.
Thighpunch misses with an uppercut
and Yoder counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T3#
Thighpunch throws a shot from downtown. Yoder moves away and avoids it.
Yoder takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Yoder connects with an inside leg kick.
Thighpunch throws a body shot but no joy.
Yoder is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Thighpunch with a body shot.
Thighpunch jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#CUT#The cut above Ryan Yoder's eye is starting to cause him problems now.
Thighpunch throws a looping overhand right but Yoder ducks down to avoid it.
Yoder digs a good hook to Thighpunch's body.
Yoder lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
A looping hook to the body misses from Thighpunch. Yoder does a little dance to reset his feet.
Yoder looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T4#
Yoder takes a swing at Thighpunch's ribcage but misses.
Thighpunch misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Yoder.
Butch Thighpunch is winning the standup battle so far.
Yoder ducks under a wild hook from Thighpunch.
Nice cross by Thighpunch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Yoder paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Thighpunch scores with a jab to the jaw.
Thighpunch misses with a wild body shot.
Yoder throws a shot from downtown. Thighpunch moves away and avoids it.
A little feinted left hand from Thighpunch on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Butch Thighpunch dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Ryan Yoder's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Thighpunch looks to score with a jab to the body but Yoder is just out of range.
Yoder changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Thighpunch will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Thighpunch takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
The fight stays on the outside here - Thighpunch looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yoder swings for the body but Thighpunch moves out of range.
Yoder misses the shot to the body.
Thighpunch is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T1#
A swing and a miss from Thighpunch.
Yoder drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Thighpunch defends it well.
Yoder punishes Thighpunch's body with a nice straight punch.
Thighpunch throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Yoder on the side of the head.
Yoder misses with a combination
and Thighpunch counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Thighpunch cracks Yoder with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Thighpunch lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Yoder at a distance.
Thighpunch misses with an uppercut
and Yoder counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Thighpunch swings for the body but Yoder moves out of range.
#T2#
Thighpunch catches Yoder with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Thighpunch pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A looping hook to the body misses from Thighpunch. Yoder does a little dance to reset his feet.
Yoder steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Thighpunch.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Thighpunch scores with a sloppy right hand. Yoder should have avoided that one.
Thighpunch misses with a straight right.
Yoder feints the counter takedown.
Thighpunch throws a sloppy body shot
and Yoder counters with a nice body shot.
Thighpunch swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Yoder lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Thighpunch at a distance.
#T3#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Yoder lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Thighpunch has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Thighpunch and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Thighpunch loads up on a big right hand but Yoder slips the punch.
Yoder looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Thighpunch looks to throw the jab but Yoder is out of range.
Thighpunch ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Yoder moves away.
Thighpunch backing away here, and Yoder unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Butch Thighpunch is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Yoder fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Thighpunch throws a hook but Yoder avoids it easily.
Yoder misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Thighpunch counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Yoder just misses with a punch to the body.
Thighpunch throws a looping overhand right but Yoder ducks down to avoid it. #T4#
Yoder misses with a head kick.
Thighpunch throws a shot from downtown. Yoder moves away and avoids it.
Thighpunch lands with a good body shot.
Yoder uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Thighpunch.
Yoder tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Yoder throws a series of punches but Thighpunch moves out of range.
Yoder has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
A slow jab from Thighpunch misses its intended target.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Thighpunch throws a right and a left that Yoder avoids nicely.
Ryan Yoder has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Yoder misses with a body shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Butch Thighpunch showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Thighpunch, 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 Matti Vanhoillinen scores the fight 30:27
Judge Marco Blurström scores the fight 30:27
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Butch Thighpunch!
Butch Thighpunch spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
SMASH: Kraag vs Rawse
Date: Nov 28, 2020 |
#R1#
Thighpunch cracks OShea with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Thighpunch gets cracked with a nice right hand there by OShea.
OShea swings for the body but Thighpunch moves out of range.
Thighpunch swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
OShea throws a poor cross that misses
and Thighpunch cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#TD2#
OShea drives through with a takedown into Thighpunch's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Thighpunch working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from OShea.
OShea wants to control from the top but Thighpunch keeps moving.
OShea controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB2#
OShea drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and OShea jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
OShea tries to free his leg and advance position but Thighpunch is retaining full guard.
Thighpunch on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Thighpunch tries to get out of the position.#T1#
OShea throws an elbow that misses. Thighpunch uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in OShea's guard. Nice move by Thighpunch!#REVR##SUB2#
Thighpunch avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Thighpunch trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
OShea is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
OShea has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T2#
Thighpunch trying to control the position from guard on top but OShea is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Thighpunch knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for OShea on the ground.#SUB2#
OShea throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
OShea lands some strikes from the bottom.#T3#
Thighpunch not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
OShea has his hands on Thighpunch's head, controlling the position.
Thighpunch wants to control from the top but OShea keeps moving. #SUB2#
OShea looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Thighpunch has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
OShea looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
OShea keeping moving, preventing Thighpunch from controlling successfully.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Thighpunch stops OShea from standing up. #SUB2#
OShea working for a triangle but Thighpunch defends it easily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
OShea is trying to control the position but Thighpunch postures up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Conor OShea dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A telegraphed right hand from OShea misses the target.
Thighpunch looks to land a right hand but OShea moved out of range.
Thighpunch staying out of range there.
Thighpunch moves away from the strike by OShea.
An attempted straight right counter from Thighpunch misses the target.
Thighpunch looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
OShea is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Thighpunch takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Thighpunch looks to land a left hand but OShea moved out of range nicely.
Thighpunch misses with a body shot.
Thighpunch keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
OShea slips under a jab from Thighpunch.
OShea looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
OShea tries a head kick but it misses.
Thighpunch swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Thighpunch lands with a nice body punch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thighpunch ducks down and throws a hook to the body but OShea moves away.
OShea unleashes a big counter combination but Thighpunch bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Thighpunch lands a nice shot to the body.
A punch combination from Thighpunch misses.
Thighpunch wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thighpunch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T1#
Thighpunch is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Thighpunch cracks OShea with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Nice straight punches there by Thighpunch. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Thighpunch.
OShea avoids the body shot from Thighpunch.
OShea throws out a counter right but Thighpunch avoids it with no problem.
OShea lands a right hook to the body.
OShea looks to score with a jab to the body but Thighpunch is just out of range.
Butch Thighpunch is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
OShea throws a body punch but Thighpunch moves out of range.
Thighpunch pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
OShea shoots in for a takedown but Thighpunch shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
OShea doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Thighpunch counters with a straight right hand.#CL2#
OShea moves into the clinch.
Thighpunch keeps control of OShea as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Thighpunch misses with a punch on the inside.
#T2#
Thighpunch lands a hook to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
OShea has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Thighpunch tries a body shot but OShea blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for OShea.
A short right hand to the side of the head by OShea.
Thighpunch tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Thighpunch lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
OShea misses with the head strike.
OShea swings away with an uppercut that misses.
OShea lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Thighpunch backwards.
Thighpunch makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
OShea lands with a right to the head.
OShea is trying to break the clinch but Thighpunch is controlling him.
Thighpunch keeps the fight in the clinch, despite OShea's efforts to push away.
Thighpunch lands a body shot. #T3#
Thighpunch lands a body punch.
OShea misses with the head strike.
OShea jumps guard but Thighpunch turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Butch Thighpunch has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Conor OShea.#BC#
Thighpunch breaks from the clinch.
Thighpunch throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
As Thighpunch backs off OShea throws a huge counter combo but Thighpunch manages to avoid it all.
Thighpunch lands a body shot.
Thighpunch lands with a nice body punch.
Thighpunch lands a head shot.
Thighpunch closes the distance and lands a crisp combination that knocks OShea out cold! OShea corner are devastated, head in hands behind our commentary position. Poor guys.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Butch Thighpunch!
A very excited looking Butch Thighpunch 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:
TC 13 Mil $ GP vol 1.3
Date: Nov 07, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Horn moves away from the strike by Thighpunch.
Horn looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Thighpunch misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Horn.
Thighpunch throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thighpunch needs to keep his hands up - Horn had a free shot at his head there.
Horn getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Horn misses with a low kick.
Horn fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Thighpunch on the side of the head.
Horn swinging wildly here.
Horn scores with a decent looking hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horn is looking to chop away at Thighpunch's legs.
Thighpunch now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Thighpunch. Horn does a little dance to reset his feet.
Horn throwing a counter right hand but Thighpunch manages to avoid it.
Horn dodges the punch combination from Thighpunch.
Horn throws a nice outside leg kick. #T1#
Horn fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Horn scores with a decent looking hook.
Horn tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Horn cracks Thighpunch with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Horn keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Thighpunch.
Horn fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Thighpunch swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Thighpunch avoids the head kick by Horn.
Jab from Horn.
Horn is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Horn connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Thighpunch changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Horn. Thighpunch does a little dance to reset his feet.
Horn throws a head kick that misses
and Thighpunch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Jon Horn has been cut.
Jon Horn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Horn tries to move into range but Thighpunch moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Thighpunch scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Horn doesn't seem bothered though. #T2#
Horn connects with a good right hand that stumbles Thighpunch. Thighpunch circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Horn connects with an inside leg kick.
Thighpunch 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.
Horn really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Horn blocks a jab.
Thighpunch missing with a left hand there. Horn was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Horn uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Thighpunch.
Horn is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#CL#
Horn moves into the clinch.
Thighpunch misses with a punch to the body.
The referee is keeping an eye on Thighpunch - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Thighpunch tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #BC#
Horn breaks the clinch.
Horn scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Thighpunch needs to keep his hands up - Horn had a free shot at his head there.
Horn takes a swing at Thighpunch's ribcage but misses.
Thighpunch lands a nice shot to the body.
Horn throws a low kick but it's checked well by Thighpunch.#T3#
Horn lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Horn uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Thighpunch.
A slapping leg kick lands for Horn.
Thighpunch just misses with a punch to the body.
Horn throws a hook but Thighpunch blocks it.
Horn moves forwards but Thighpunch connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Thighpunch staying out of range there.
Horn slips under a jab from Thighpunch.
Horn goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.
A left lands for Horn.
Horn misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Thighpunch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Thighpunch misses with a body shot.
A punch combination from Horn misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thighpunch throws out a loose jab but Horn uses good head movement to avoid it. #T4#
Thighpunch jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Thighpunch just misses with a punch to the body.
Thighpunch misses with a straight left.
Horn throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
A low kick lands for Horn.
Horn throws a head kick that Thighpunch semi-blocks.
Horn lands a leg kick that knocks Thighpunch off balance momentarily.
Horn throws a nice looking combination but Thighpunch bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Horn throws a lazy head kick
and Thighpunch counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Horn looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Thighpunch is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Horn.
Horn was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Horn throws a body punch but Thighpunch moves out of range.
Thighpunch appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Horn is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Horn throws a sloppy head kick and Thighpunch moves out of range easily.
Thighpunch throws a body punch but Horn moves out of range.
Horn throws out a leg kick but Thighpunch moves out of range and Horn only half commits.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jon Horn dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Jon Horn's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R2#
Horn throws a shot to the body.
Horn takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Thighpunch throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Horn stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Horn misses with a hook
and Thighpunch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jon Horn is winning the standup battle so far.
Thighpunch ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Horn moves away.
Horn with a nice cross.
Horn takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Thighpunch cracks Horn with an open hand slap.
Horn throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Thighpunch moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Horn lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Thighpunch misses with a hook. Horn ducked under it nicely.
Horn's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Horn duly obliges.
Horn staying out of range there.
Horn tries to clinch but Thighpunch moves away
and Thighpunch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T1#
A big right from Thighpunch misses.
Thighpunch on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Thighpunch just misses with a punch to the body.
A head kick misses from Horn.
Horn uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thighpunch.
Thighpunch takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Horn is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Thighpunch can do to turn this around?
Thighpunch jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Thighpunch throws a shot from downtown. Horn moves away and avoids it.
Horn misses the shot to the body.
Horn misses with a lunging right hand
and Thighpunch counters with a straight right hand.
Horn throws a series of strikes that have Thighpunch backpedaling.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Horn. Thighpunch shrugs it off though.
Horn lands a lovely overhand right.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Horn jabs at Thighpunch's body.
Horn ducks under a wild hook from Thighpunch.#T2#
A combination from Horn does no damage.
Thighpunch now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Horn slips a jab from Thighpunch.
Horn buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Horn slips a jab from Thighpunch.
Horn tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Thighpunch manages to circle out of the way.
Horn misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Horn takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
A shot to the liver by Thighpunch. Beautiful body shot.
Thighpunch connects with a crisp jab.
Horn takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Horn with a jab.
A swing and a miss from Horn.
Horn throws a low kick, looking for Thighpunch's leg but Thighpunch calmly moves out of range.
Horn throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Horn slips a jab from Thighpunch.#T3#
Horn looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Horn scores with a decent looking hook.
Horn tries to close the distance and clinch but Thighpunch swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Horn moves away from the strike by Thighpunch.
Thighpunch takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Thighpunch has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Horn cracks Thighpunch with a good jab.
Thighpunch throws an overhand right that lands on Horn's shoulder, as Horn tries to avoid the shot.
Horn will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Thighpunch let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Thighpunch on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Horn. Horn obviously looking to wear him down.
Thighpunch throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Thighpunch misses with a looping right.
Horn swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Horn throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Horn throws a sloppy head kick and Thighpunch moves out of range easily.
Horn throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Thighpunch connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Horn buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Horn connects with a solid leg kick.
Thighpunch tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Horn was well out of range. Poor timing from Thighpunch.
Horn is looking to counter with head kicks.
Horn lands a two punch combo.
Horn moves in looking to clinch but Thighpunch pushes him off.
Thighpunch misses with a jab, cross combination.
Horn moves away from the strike by Thighpunch.
Horn displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Horn steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Thighpunch.
Horn comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Horn moves into range and connects with a jab.
Thighpunch takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Thighpunch misses with a lunging right hand
and Horn counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Horn tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Thighpunch misses with a wild body shot.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jon Horn dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Jon Horn'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. This is the final round!#R3#
Horn showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Thighpunch.
Horn is looking to counter with head kicks.
Horn throws a head kick but Thighpunch moves out of range.
Horn misses with a body shot.
Thighpunch let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Thighpunch connects with a body shot that sends Horn's belly button to the back.
A head kick by Horn misses
and Thighpunch counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A jab lands there for Horn.
Thighpunch misses with a hook.
Horn throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Horn takes a swing at Thighpunch's ribcage but misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Horn lands a nice shot that snaps Thighpunch's head back.
A chopping leg kick lands by Horn.
Thighpunch avoids the head kick by Horn.
A nice inside leg kick there by Horn. That's going to slow Thighpunch down.
Thighpunch will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#T1#
Horn throws a nice outside leg kick.
Thighpunch throws a body punch but Horn moves out of range.
A low kick from Horn misses
and Thighpunch counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Horn cracks Thighpunch with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Thighpunch throws a hook but Horn avoids it easily.
Horn half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Thighpunch's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Thighpunch's jab looks to have found its range, popping Horn under the eye.
Thighpunch takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Thighpunch swings for the body but Horn moves out of range.
Horn slips a jab and a cross from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Horn.
Horn tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Thighpunch makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Horn turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Butch Thighpunch has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Horn blocks a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Thighpunch thuds a left hand into Horn's body.
Thighpunch on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Horn swings for the body but Thighpunch moves out of range.
Horn cracks Thighpunch with an open hand slap.
Thighpunch swings for the body but Horn moves out of range.
Thighpunch fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Thighpunch scores with a shot to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Horn scores with a head kick. Thighpunch tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Horn steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Thighpunch.
As Thighpunch tries to get set, Horn tries to push him back and clinch up but Thighpunch manages to avoid the attempt.
Thighpunch cracks Horn with an open hand slap.
Horn throws a shot to the body.
Thighpunch throws a right and a left that both miss.
It looked like Horn wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Thighpunch keeps the fight on the outside.#T3#
Thighpunch rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Horn moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
A head kick by Horn misses
and Thighpunch scores with a counter punch that sends Horn to the canvas! Thighpunch smells blood - he's punishing Horn with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Horn has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:13 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Butch Thighpunch!
Butch Thighpunch tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. |
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Event:
TC 7 Sight vs Karpo
Date: Sep 26, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Austin, as that shot connected.
Austin misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Austin throws a right and a left that both miss.
Thighpunch jabs at Austin's body.
Thighpunch misses with a hook.
Thighpunch keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Austin.
The fighters circling - Thighpunch throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
The fighters circling - Austin throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Austin steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch lands an overhand right.#CUT2#It looks like Kyle Austin has been cut.
Nice defenses there by Thighpunch.#T1#
Thighpunch scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Austin doesn't seem bothered though.
Thighpunch swings away with a body shot that misses
and Austin counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A telegraphed right hand from Thighpunch misses the target.
Thighpunch throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Austin counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Thighpunch swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Butch Thighpunch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Austin misses with a straight right.
Thighpunch bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Thighpunch 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.
Austin rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Thighpunch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Austin misses with a double jab.
#T2#
Austin misses with a hook.
A cross from Thighpunch lands.
Thighpunch connects with the punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Austin with a hook.
Thighpunch throws a body punch but Austin moves out of range.
Austin throws a lazy uppercut
and Thighpunch counters with a left to the body.
Thighpunch throws a body shot but no joy.
Thighpunch just misses with a punch to the body.
Austin has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Austin there as he acknowledges the shot.
Nice defenses there by Thighpunch.#T3#
Thighpunch avoids a punch combination nicely.
Austin throws a nice looking combination but Thighpunch bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
A countering left hand to the body from Thighpunch misses.
Thighpunch lands a jab to the nose.
Thighpunch comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Thighpunch lands an overhand right.
Thighpunch misses with a straight left.
Thighpunch swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Austin counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Austin cracks Thighpunch with an open hand slap.#T4#
Austin misses with a wild body shot.
Thighpunch just misses with a punch to the body.
Austin is looking to counter punch.
Austin looks to land a left hand but Thighpunch moved out of range nicely.
Thighpunch avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Austin throws out a loose jab but Thighpunch uses good head movement to avoid it.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Austin misses with a wild combination.
Thighpunch avoids a punch combination nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Kyle Austin will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Kyle Austin's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Austin avoids the body shot from Thighpunch.
Austin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thighpunch.
Thighpunch scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Thighpunch swings widly with a right hand
and Austin counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Kyle Austin is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Some wild striking there from Austin.
Thighpunch throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thighpunch uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Austin.
Austin's corner calls for a 1-2. Austin obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #ROC#Thighpunch is rocked!
Thighpunch is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Austin rather than just go for the knockout.
Thighpunch misses with a shot to the body
and Austin counters with a stiff jab, followed by a cross and an uppercut! That's too much punishment for Thighpunch to take - he tumbles to the canvas, blood pouring from his nose, barely conscious. That's the end of the fight! Great knockout by Austin!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Kyle Austin!
Kyle Austin is the new welterweight champion!
A very excited looking Kyle Austin 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:
TC Wednesday Warriors
Date: Aug 19, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Thighpunch swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Smith.
Smith works Thighpunch's body with a nice hook.
Thighpunch is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Smith.
Chad Smith seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thighpunch throws a shot from downtown. Smith moves away and avoids it.
Smith throws a shot to the body.
Thighpunch lands with a hook. Smith tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Smith cracks a nice hook into Thighpunch's ribs.
We've been told by Smith's head coaches at Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
A punch combination from Smith misses.
Thighpunch misses the shot to the body.
Smith lands a jab to the head.
Smith looks to land a right hand but Thighpunch moved out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Smith misses with an uppercut.
Thighpunch doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Smith throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Smith misses with a hook to the body
enabling Thighpunch to counter with a crisp jab.
Thighpunch lands with a nice body punch.
Thighpunch throws a hook to the side of Smith's head but Smith sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1##CL#
Smith closes the distance and clinches.
Smith goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Nice body punch from Smith - that landed with a thud.
Thighpunch blocks a body shot from Smith.
Smith throws a head punch that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Smith.
Smith struggles to land a body shot inside as Thighpunch controls his hands.
Smith throws a head punch that misses.
Smith softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Smith digs a right hand into Thighpunch's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Thighpunch's gas tank.
Thighpunch lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Smith backwards.
Thighpunch has a couple of punches blocked by Smith.
#T2#
Smith lands a hook to the side of the head.
Thighpunch scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Thighpunch swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Smith lands an elbow just above Thighpunch 's eye.
Smith goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Thighpunch tries to stall but Smith uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
Thighpunch swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Thighpunch softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Smith has a couple of punches blocked by Thighpunch.
Smith lands with a short head shot on the inside. #BC#
Smith escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Smith lands with a hook. Thighpunch tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Smith lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T3#
Thighpunch connects with a looping right hand.
#CUT2#It looks like Chad Smith has been cut.
A big right from Smith misses.
Smith lands a really nice looking cross but Thighpunch seems unphased.
Smith ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A counter left hand to the body from Smith misses its target.
Smith drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Smith lands a jab to Thighpunch's midsection.
Smith takes a swing at Thighpunch's ribcage but misses.
Thighpunch is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Smith with a body shot.
Sloppy strikes from Smith. Those never looked like landing.
Thighpunch doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A big left from Smith misses.
Smith closes the distance but Thighpunch moves to the side
enabling Thighpunch to counter with a crisp jab.
Smith has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Thighpunch finds it's way round the side to connect with Smith's head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thighpunch misses with a hook. Smith ducked under it nicely. #CL#
Smith pushes Thighpunch up against the cage in a clinch.#T4#
Thighpunch blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Thighpunch is looking to break free of the clinch but Smith has double underhooks.
Smith tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Smith misses with some punches.
Thighpunch blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Smith blocks an uppercut.
Thighpunch misses with a hook from the clinch.
Smith working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Smith misses with some punches.
Thighpunch taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Smith misses with a hook to the ribs.
#BC2#
Thighpunch's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Thighpunch tries to move into range but Smith moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chad Smith dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Chad Smith's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Smith fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Thighpunch manages to avoid it.
Thighpunch now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Smith fails with an attempt to clinch.
Thighpunch slips a jab from Smith.
Thighpunch throws a hook but Smith avoids it easily.
Thighpunch circles away from the clinch attempt.
Thighpunch wants to clinch up but Smith keeps it at a distance.
A little feinted left hand from Smith on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Smith is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Thighpunch.
Thighpunch walks into a straight right hand from Smith.
Smith misses with a double jab.
Smith tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Thighpunch was well out of range. Poor timing from Smith.
As Smith backs off Thighpunch throws a huge counter combo but Smith manages to avoid it all.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Thighpunch. Smith does a little dance to reset his feet.
Thighpunch misses with a looping right.
Thighpunch throws a predictable looking body shot
and Smith counters with a left to the body.
Smith jabs at Thighpunch's body.
Smith punishes Thighpunch's body with a nice straight punch.#T1#
Smith connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Smith is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Thighpunch can do to turn this around?
Thighpunch uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Smith.
Smith connects with a crisp jab.
Smith bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Thighpunch gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Smith gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Thighpunch is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Chad Smith! |
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Event:
Galaxy 4: Harmony
Date: Jul 11, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Reyvolt uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Thighpunch.
A jab from Thighpunch does it's job there.
Reyvolt slips under a jab from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Reyvolt.
Reyvolt swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Thighpunch looks to land a combination but Reyvolt avoids it well.
Thighpunch lands a nice looking body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thighpunch thows a left - swing and a miss!
Thighpunch rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Reyvolt moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Thighpunch has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.#T1#
Thighpunch misses with the combination.
Reyvolt changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Thighpunch smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Thighpunch connects with a right that clearly hurt Reyvolt. He's backed up against the cage with nowhere to go as Thighpunch proceeds to tee off with vicious combinations till Reyvolt collapses and taps out under the pressure!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Butch Thighpunch!
Butch Thighpunch 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:
Galaxy 2: Energy
Date: Jun 27, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Thighpunch cracks De Moncey with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Thighpunch throws a body punch but De Moncey moves out of range.
De Moncey attempts a counter takedown but Thighpunch avoids it well and moves away.
Thighpunch will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
#KD2#
Thighpunch lands a left and a right that send De Moncey crashing to the mat, dazed. Thighpunch thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet!#ROC2#De Moncey is rocked!
De Moncey is aggressively charging in as Thighpunch backs up avoiding any damage. Thighpunch tosses out a jab and De Moncey runs right into it face first! De Moncey is out cold! Thighpunch dropped down on all fours and is barking in De Moncey's face like a pit bull in celebration until the ref was finally able to pull him away!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Butch Thighpunch!
Butch Thighpunch tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. |
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Event:
PL MMA 41
Date: May 30, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Thighpunch.#CUT#It looks like Kyle Austin has been cut.
Butch Thighpunch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Austin misses with a looping right.
Austin swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Thighpunch throwing a counter right hand but Austin manages to avoid it.
Austin fails to land with a series of punches.
Austin bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Thighpunch's head backwards.
Thighpunch punishes Austin's body with a nice straight punch.
Thighpunch cracks Austin with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Thighpunch misses with a body punch
and Thighpunch takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Thighpunch misses with a looping right.
Austin keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Austin throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Thighpunch slips a jab and a cross from Austin.
#T1#
Austin uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Thighpunch.
Austin doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Austin just misses with a punch to the body.
Thighpunch misses with a wild body shot.
Austin 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.
Austin bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Thighpunch misses with a lunging right hand
and Austin counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Thighpunch throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Austin throws an off balance right hand
and Thighpunch counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Thighpunch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Austin manages to avoid it.
Austin slips under a jab.#T2#
Austin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thighpunch.
Austin lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Thighpunch missing with a left hand there. Austin was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thighpunch throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Austin is looking for the big counter here.
Thighpunch lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Austin takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Thighpunch misses the body punch
and Austin counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Thighpunch seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Thighpunch misses with a wild body shot.
Austin waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Thighpunch.
An attempted straight right counter from Thighpunch misses the target.#KD2#
Austin drops Thighpunch with a beautiful combination! Thighpunch stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Austin is looking for the KO!#ROC2#Thighpunch is rocked!#T3#
Thighpunch leaves his chin hanging out and Austin seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Thighpunch crumbles to the floor in a heap! The referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:10 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Kyle Austin!
In his post fight interview, Kyle Austin started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
PL MMA 37 McDonald vs Colucci
Date: May 08, 2020 |
#R1#
Thighpunch misses with an uppercut
letting Reyvolt counter with a right hand.
Reyvolt keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Reyvolt walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Thighpunch looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Thighpunch misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Reyvolt.
Reyvolt looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Thighpunch connects with a body shot that sends Reyvolt's belly button to the back.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Reyvolt has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Thighpunch lands a nice hook to Reyvolt's body. Reyvolt takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thighpunch fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Thighpunch fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Reyvolt throws a counter combo.#T1#
Thighpunch connects with a good right hand that stumbles Reyvolt. Reyvolt circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#ROC#
Reyvolt is rocked!
Reyvolt walks into a picture perfect straight right hand from Thighpunch! He's gone down face first to the canvas, unconscious before he even hit the floor! Ohhhh. My. Goodness! That boys and girls was a beautiful knockout! Give that man a biscuit!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:17 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Butch Thighpunch!
Butch Thighpunch 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:
PL MMA 26 Rossi vs Dagestanski
Date: Apr 01, 2020 |
#R1#
Thighpunch throws a big shot that misses.
Aguinaldo thuds a left hand into Thighpunch's body.
Thighpunch scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Aguinaldo takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Thighpunch takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Emilio Aguinaldo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Aguinaldo darts in trying to clinch
and Thighpunch counters with a stiff right hand.
Thighpunch cracks Aguinaldo with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#ROC2#
Aguinaldo is rocked!
Thighpunch walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Aguinaldo drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Thighpunch swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Aguinaldo's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Butch Thighpunch!
Butch Thighpunch 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.
Emilio Aguinaldo spoke after the fight, saying 'A man can be destroyed but not defeated... I will pickup the pieces that I learned today and will grow from it.'.
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Event:
FARTMMA 83
Date: Feb 08, 2020 |
#R1#
Thighpunch uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Smith has time to react.
Smith misses with a few strikes there.
Thighpunch swings for the body but Smith moves out of range.
Smith tests Thighpunch's chin there with a solid looking shot.#CL2#
Smith moves into the clinch.
Smith misses with the head strike.
Thighpunch stalling in the clinch but Smith improves position.
Thighpunch working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A right hand to the body from Smith.
Smith gets through Thighpunch's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Smith misses with a punch to the body.
Smith lands with a left to the head.
Thighpunch lands an uppercut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Smith swings wildly with an uppercut but Thighpunch uses good head movement to avoid it. #T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Smith.
Thighpunch blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Smith tries to throw a body punch but Thighpunch avoids it by throwing Smith back against the cage.
Thighpunch tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Thighpunch lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Thighpunch can't find room to land a body shot as Smith controls the action.
Thighpunch blocks an elbow strike.
Thighpunch misses with a punch to the body.
Thighpunch blocks a body shot from Smith.
Smith prevents a body shot from Thighpunch.
Smith lands a left hand.
Smith lands a left hand that snaps the head of Thighpunch backwards. #T2#
Smith blocks an uppercut.
Good body shot from Smith.
Thighpunch goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A head punch on the inside from Smith fails to land.
Thighpunch wants to break free but Smith has control.
Thighpunch works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
A left hand lands to the body for Smith.
Thighpunch tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Smith creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Thighpunch swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thighpunch is looking to break free of the clinch but Smith has double underhooks.
Smith goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A bit of stalling here from Thighpunch.
#T3#
Thighpunch misses with a hook from the clinch.
Smith misses with a body punch.
Smith is leaning against Thighpunch and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Thighpunch tries to work over Smith's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Thighpunch swings wildly with an uppercut but Smith uses good head movement to avoid it.
Smith cracks Thighpunch with a nice body shot.
Thighpunch tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Thighpunch taking a breather.
Smith lands a right hand.
Smith pressing his opponent against the cage.
Thighpunch misses with a hook from the clinch. #T4#
Smith doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A nice left hand lands by Thighpunch.
A head punch on the inside from Smith fails to land.
Thighpunch working aggressively here.
Smith misses with a punch on the inside.
Smith with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Thighpunch tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Smith lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Thighpunch backwards.
Thighpunch prevents a body shot from Smith.
Smith creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Thighpunch throws a head punch that misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Chad Smith dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Thighpunch ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Smith moves away.
Smith throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Thighpunch counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Smith slips under a jab.
Thighpunch circles away from the clinch attempt.
Smith lands an overhand right.
Thighpunch looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Smith throws a poor cross that misses
and Thighpunch counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#
It looks like Chad Smith has been cut.
Thighpunch avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Thighpunch takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Thighpunch looks to score with a jab to the body but Smith is just out of range.
Smith scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smith misses with a wild body shot.
Smith connects with a right hand. Thighpunch shakes it off.
Thighpunch comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Thighpunch is looking to wear down Smith with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Smith rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Thighpunch moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Smith thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Smith throws a hook but Thighpunch blocks it.
Smith thuds his right hand into Thighpunch's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
A lazy left from Smith finds it's target.
Smith misses with a hook. Thighpunch ducked under it nicely.
Smith dips to his left and cracks Thighpunch with an uppercut!#ROC2#
Thighpunch is rocked!
Smith closes the distance and lands a brutal uppercut that knocks Thighpunch out! We're looking at the replay now - he was out before he hit the floor!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Chad Smith!
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Event:
JAG Benedetti vs Dick
Date: Nov 23, 2019 |
#R1#
Dead jabs Thighpunch right on the nose. Thighpunch blinks but takes it well.
Dead waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Thighpunch.
Thighpunch swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Dead cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Thighpunch thows a left - swing and a miss!
Good exchange - Thighpunch coming out on top.
Thighpunch looks to clinch
and Dead counters with a stiff right hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Dead misses the target.
Thighpunch gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Dead.
Thighpunch has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Dead lands with a thumping leg kick.
Thighpunch throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dead sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Thighpunch takes a swing at Dead's ribcage but misses.
Dead looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Dead throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Thighpunch scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Thighpunch throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dead stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Thighpunch rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Dead moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Dead swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Thighpunch swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Dead missing with a left hand there. Thighpunch was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Dead lands a right hook to the body.
Dead slips a jab from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Dead misses with a hook
letting Thighpunch counter with a right hand.
A combination from Dead does no damage. #T2#
Thighpunch misses with an uppercut
enabling Dead to counter with a crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dead takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Thighpunch swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Thighpunch takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Thighpunch has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Thighpunch there as he acknowledges the shot.
Thighpunch cracks Dead with a right hand to the side of the head.
The fighters circling - Dead throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Thighpunch misses with a hook.
Thighpunch misses the jab.
Dead is looking to counter punch.
A big left from Dead misses.
Thighpunch misses with a jab to the body
and Dead counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
Thighpunch walks into a left hand.
Dead moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Thighpunch throws a body shot but no joy.
Thighpunch throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dead connects with a good right hand that stumbles Thighpunch. Thighpunch circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Dead scores with a shot to the body.
Dead throws the left hand but Thighpunch avoids the punch easily.
Dead moves away from the strike by Thighpunch.
Dead was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Dead scores with a body shot.
Dead throws a jab when Thighpunch was well out of range.
Thighpunch misses with a few strikes there.
A counter left hand to the body from Dead misses its target.#T4#
Dead misses with a hook. Thighpunch ducked under it nicely.
Thighpunch is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Dead with a body shot.
Dead throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Thighpunch let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Thighpunch misses with a right hand
and Dead counters with a straight right hand.
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!
Dead looks to score with a jab to the body but Thighpunch is just out of range.
Thighpunch misses the shot to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Dead misses the target.
Thighpunch misses with a shot to the body
letting Dead counter with a right hand.
Thighpunch closes the distance looking to clinch
and Dead counters with a stiff right hand.
Dead lands a nice hook to Thighpunch's body. Thighpunch takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Evil Dead dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
The fighters circling - Thighpunch throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Dead misses with a series of wild punches.
Dead dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Dead keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dead feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Dead looks to throw the jab but Thighpunch is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dead throws a big shot that misses.
A jab from Thighpunch misses.
Dead pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dead connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Thighpunch momentarily.
#T1#
Thighpunch throws a looping overhand right but Dead ducks down to avoid it.
A telegraphed right hand from Dead misses the target.
Dead uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch throws a body punch but Dead moves out of range.
Dead keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dead is looking to counter the offense by Thighpunch and move into the clinch.
Dead moves away from the strike by Thighpunch.
Thighpunch bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Dead looks to land a right hand but Thighpunch moved out of range.
Thighpunch thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dead steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Thighpunch.#T2#
Dead misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Thighpunch misses with a body shot
and Dead counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Dead changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Evil Dead is winning the standup battle so far.
Thighpunch throws a predictable looking body shot
and Dead counters with a nice body shot.
Thighpunch misses the jab.
A big right from Thighpunch misses.
Dead feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Dead swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Thighpunch looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Dead looks to land a left hand but Thighpunch moved out of range nicely.
Thighpunch misses the shot to the body.
Dead is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T3#
Thighpunch avoids the body shot from Dead.
Dead looks to land a combination. Thighpunch sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
A jab from Dead finds it's way through Thighpunch's defenses.
Thighpunch walks into a left hand.
Dead throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Thighpunch throws a body punch but Dead moves out of range.
Dead is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Thighpunch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dead looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Thighpunch throws a shot to the body.
Thighpunch moves out of range of the strikes.#T4#
Thighpunch throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Dead sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Dead lands with a good body shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dead throws a hook but Thighpunch blocks it.
Thighpunch is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Dead with a body shot.
Dead blocks a jab.
Thighpunch throws a body shot but no joy.
An attempted straight right counter from Dead misses the target.
Good standup being displayed there by Dead as he connects with a hook.
Thighpunch lands a two punch combo.
Thighpunch keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Dead scores with a jab. Thighpunch acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Evil Dead dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Thighpunch uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Dead.
Thighpunch slips a jab from Dead.
Thighpunch swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Dead.
Nice shot lands for Dead.
Thighpunch lands a nice looking body shot.
A telegraphed right hand from Thighpunch misses the target.
Thighpunch ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Dead moves away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dead avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Dead misses with a left hand
and Thighpunch counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Dead, right into the meat.
#T1#
Dead ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Dead dips to his left and cracks Thighpunch with an uppercut!
Thighpunch moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Thighpunch takes a swing at Dead's ribcage but misses.
Thighpunch misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Dead lands a right hook to the body.
Dead misses with a body punch
and Thighpunch counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dead punishes Thighpunch's body with a nice straight punch.
Thighpunch walks into a straight right hand from Dead.
Thighpunch misses with a straight left.
Butch Thighpunch has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Thighpunch moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Dead walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Dead will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
A little jabbing left from Thighpunch on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Thighpunch throws a right hand that misses
and Dead counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Thighpunch throws a right hand that misses
and Dead counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dead misses with a looping right.
Dead swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Thighpunch throws out a counter right but Dead avoids it with no problem.
Thighpunch throws an off balance right hand
and Thighpunch takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Thighpunch keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Thighpunch let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#T3#
Nice body punch from Dead.
Thighpunch jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Thighpunch misses with a left hand
and Dead counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Thighpunch bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Dead's head backwards.
Thighpunch lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dead at a distance.
Dead scores with a jab to the head.
Thighpunch avoids the body shot from Dead.
Thighpunch throws a poor cross that misses
and Thighpunch takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Thighpunch connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Dead momentarily.
Dead drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#ROC2#
Dead is rocked!#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Thighpunch drops Dead with a huge uppercut! Dead drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes. Thighpunch is raining down punches and the ref stops the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:12 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Butch Thighpunch!
In his post fight interview, Butch Thighpunch started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
EFC Izmir vs Dorn
Date: Jul 06, 2019 |
#R1#
Trudeau scores with a hook.
Trudeau throws an off balance right hand
and Thighpunch counters with a nice uppercut.
Trudeau has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Thighpunch moves into range and connects with a jab. #CUT#
It looks like Yves Trudeau has been cut.
Thighpunch throws a lazy right hand but Trudeau sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Thighpunch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Trudeau manages to avoid it.
Trudeau misses with a left hand
and Thighpunch counters with a stiff right hand.
Trudeau ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Thighpunch seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Nice cross by Trudeau.
Trudeau lands with a cross.
Trudeau getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Some wild striking there from Trudeau.
Trudeau lands with a shot to the body.
Trudeau waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Thighpunch.#T1#
Trudeau misses with a jab, cross combination.
A cross from Trudeau lands.
Trudeau connects with a good right hand that stumbles Thighpunch. Thighpunch circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
The fighters circle momentarily. Thighpunch darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Trudeau takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Thighpunch lands a right hook to the body.
Trudeau defending well as Thighpunch loads up on a big left hand.
Trudeau let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Trudeau misses with a hook
and Thighpunch counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Trudeau's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Thighpunch connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Trudeau scrambles back to his feet.
Trudeau lands a nice hook to Thighpunch's body. Thighpunch takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thighpunch bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Trudeau throws a looping overhand right but Thighpunch ducks down to avoid it.
Trudeau with a jab.#T2#
Trudeau throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Trudeau throws a series of punches but Thighpunch moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Thighpunch on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Trudeau fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Thighpunch manages to avoid it.
Thighpunch on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Thighpunch staying out of range there.
A little feinted left hand from Thighpunch on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Yves Trudeau seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Trudeau uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Thighpunch misses the shot to the body.
Trudeau throws a series of punches but Thighpunch avoids them all with ease.
Thighpunch dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Thighpunch shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Trudeau misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thighpunch.
#T3#
Thighpunch scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Trudeau pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Trudeau tries to bum rush Thighpunch with a series of wild strikes but Thighpunch uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Thighpunch throwing a counter right hand but Trudeau manages to avoid it.
Trudeau throws a series of punches but Thighpunch moves out of range.
A combination from Trudeau does no damage.
Trudeau throws a hook to the side of Thighpunch's head but Thighpunch sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
A counter left hand to the body from Thighpunch misses its target.
Thighpunch's jab looks to have found its range, popping Trudeau under the eye.
A looping hook to the body misses from Thighpunch. Trudeau does a little dance to reset his feet.
Trudeau is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Thighpunch slips under a jab from Trudeau.
Thighpunch swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Trudeau let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Trudeau with a nice cross.
Thighpunch with a nice cross.#CUT#
That has opened up Yves Trudeau's cut even more.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Thighpunch throws a body shot but no joy.
Trudeau keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Thighpunch scores with a decent looking hook.
Trudeau avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Trudeau throws a left jab followed by a right to the body, Oh Thighpunch colapses and takes a barrage of punches from Trudeau as he moves to mount! the ref stops the fight and Thighpunch is left battered and dazed whilst Trudeau and his camp cheer!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Yves Trudeau!
A relieved looking Yves Trudeau 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:
EFC Pulu vs Izmir
Date: Jun 08, 2019 |
#R1#
Rodrigez tries to close the distance and clinch but Thighpunch swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Rodrigez is trying hard to land a takedown here. Thighpunch sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Thighpunch let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Thighpunch has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Rodrigez is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Thighpunch slaps away a takedown attempt from Rodrigez, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Rodrigez fails with the takedown
and Thighpunch counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Emanuel Rodrigez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Thighpunch lands a right hook to the body.
Thighpunch changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Rodrigez shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Thighpunch counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Emanuel Rodrigez seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Left hook, right uppercut from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch lands a right hook to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Rodrigez throws a sloppy head kick and Thighpunch moves out of range easily.
A jab lands there for Thighpunch.
Rodrigez misses with a takedown
and Thighpunch connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Butch Thighpunch is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Rodrigez takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rodrigez looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Thighpunch ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Rodrigez moves away.
A slow jab from Thighpunch misses its intended target.
Rodrigez fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Thighpunch scores with a jab. Rodrigez acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Rodrigez is looking to clinch.
Thighpunch misses the shot to the body. #TD#
Rodrigez 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.
Rodrigez missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T2#
Thighpunch working a defensive guard here.
Thighpunch really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Rodrigez. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Rodrigez throws a big elbow that misses. #SU#
Thighpunch is working an open guard so Rodrigez takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Rodrigez ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#CL#
Rodrigez moves into range and clinches up with Thighpunch.
Rodrigez definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Rodrigez gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Rodrigez is stalling in the full guard. #T3#
Rodrigez throws a big right hand that misses.
Rodrigez is looking to work some ground and pound but Thighpunch has wrist control.#SUB#
Rodrigez drops back, looking for a kneebar! Thighpunch looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Thighpunch looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Thighpunch! #REVB#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodrigez struggling a bit here.#T4#
Thighpunch is looking to take a break and control but Rodrigez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Rodrigez's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Thighpunch tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Rodrigez is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Thighpunch's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Butch Thighpunch dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2#
Rodrigez moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Rodrigez goes for a double leg but Thighpunch avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Thighpunch continues to drive forward.
Rodrigez fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Emanuel Rodrigez is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Horrible takedown attempt by Rodrigez or perhaps it was just good defense by Thighpunch, which made it look bad.
Thighpunch throws a counter combo.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Emanuel Rodrigez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Thighpunch scores with a nice head shot.
Rodrigez misses with a takedown
and Thighpunch counters with a lovely shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thighpunch moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Rodrigez wants to clinch but Thighpunch slips to the side
and Thighpunch counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #ROC2#
Rodrigez is rocked!
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by Thighpunch! Rodrigez is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Butch Thighpunch!
Butch Thighpunch spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
The defeated Emanuel Rodrigez had this to say: 'PUTA!!!'.
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Event:
DSC STRIKE 52
Date: May 01, 2019 |
#R1#
A combination from Baggs does no damage.
Thighpunch uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Baggs.
A big left from Baggs misses.
It looked like Thighpunch was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Baggs.
Thighpunch ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Baggs throws a right and a left that both miss.
Baggs misses with a left hand
and Thighpunch counters with a right hand to the body.
Baggs misses with a straight right.
Thighpunch connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Baggs momentarily.
Thighpunch lands with an uppercut that bounces Baggs off the cage and back into range.
Baggs throws an overhand right that lands on Thighpunch's shoulder, as Thighpunch tries to avoid the shot.
Baggs looks to land a combination but Thighpunch avoids it well.
Baggs misses with a wild combination.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Baggs turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#T1#
Thighpunch throws a hook but Baggs blocks it.
Baggs throws the left hand but Thighpunch avoids the punch easily.
Baggs staying out of range there.
Baggs looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Some wild striking there from Baggs.
Baggs swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The fighters circling - Thighpunch throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Thighpunch cracks Baggs with a right hand to the side of the head.
Baggs misses with a lunging right hand
and Baggs takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC#
Baggs is rocked!
Baggs looks to land a combination but Thighpunch avoids it well.
Baggs is still on wobbly legs! Can Thighpunch finish him?
Baggs just misses with a punch to the body.
Baggs is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Thighpunch walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Baggs drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Thighpunch swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Baggs's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Butch Thighpunch!
Butch Thighpunch 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:
420 Sorry, Amsterdam
Date: Apr 20, 2019 |
#R1#
Sakamoto looks for a takedown but Thighpunch sprawls well.
A punch combination from Thighpunch misses.
Sakamoto changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Sakamoto misses with a takedown attempt - Thighpunch sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Sakamoto with a poor takedown
and Thighpunch counters with a nice body shot.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Takuya Sakamoto. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sakamoto shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Thighpunch counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sakamoto fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Thighpunch avoids it really well and circles away.
It seemed like Thighpunch was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A jab lands there for Thighpunch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sakamoto throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Thighpunch's waist but Thighpunch gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sakamoto off to one side.
Thighpunch appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Nice sprawl there from Thighpunch as Sakamoto shoots in.
Sakamoto fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#T1#
Thighpunch cracks a nice hook into Sakamoto's ribs.
Thighpunch takes a swing at Sakamoto's ribcage but misses.
Thighpunch with a hook.
Thighpunch connects with a body shot that sends Sakamoto's belly button to the back.
Sakamoto walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Sakamoto tries for a takedown but Thighpunch circles away easily
and Thighpunch counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Sakamoto closes the distance and clinches up with Thighpunch, looking for a takedown. Sakamoto pushes Thighpunch against the cage but Thighpunch circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Thighpunch slaps away a takedown attempt from Sakamoto, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Sakamoto is breathing heavily.
Sakamoto will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Thighpunch lands a nice looking body shot.
Thighpunch scores with a hook to the body. Sakamoto takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sakamoto shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Thighpunch counters with a nice body shot. #T2#
Thighpunch lands a really nice looking cross but Sakamoto seems unphased.
Sakamoto takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Thighpunch leaves Sakamoto with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A nice side step and Thighpunch releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Thighpunch throws a jab but it's blocked by Sakamoto.
Sakamoto steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Thighpunch.
Sakamoto gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Thighpunch throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
A combination from Thighpunch does no damage.
Sakamoto shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Thighpunch counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Thighpunch lands with a shot to the body.
Thighpunch throws a right hand that Sakamoto ducks under and follows up with a left that Sakamoto also avoids with ease.
Thighpunch misses with a body shot.
Sakamoto has his takedown stuffed
and Thighpunch counters with a series of strikes. Sakamoto will be more careful next time no doubt. #T3#
Sakamoto shoots and misses
and Thighpunch counters with a nice uppercut.
Thighpunch dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sakamoto tries for a takedown but Thighpunch circles away easily
and Thighpunch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #ROC2#
Sakamoto is rocked!
Thighpunch misses with a few strikes there.
Sakamoto fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A countering left hand to the body from Thighpunch misses.
Thighpunch throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.#TD#
Sakamoto fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Thighpunch sprawls well initially but Sakamoto persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Sakamoto is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Thighpunch is just riding it out for now. Sakamoto eventually gives up the hold.
Sakamoto wants to pass the guard but Thighpunch is defending well.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Thighpunch can do anything to dispel that myth.#T4##SUB#
Sakamoto is working for a kimura but Thighpunch is defending it quite comfortably.
Sakamoto prevents Thighpunch from improving his position.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Sakamoto is trying to work for a kimura but Thighpunch is defending well.
Sakamoto is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Butch Thighpunch dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Sakamoto walks into a jab.
Thighpunch throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Sakamoto feinted with a counter takedown.
Sakamoto looks for a takedown but Thighpunch sprawls well.
Thighpunch has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Sakamoto avoids the body shot from Thighpunch.
Sakamoto shoots in but Thighpunch avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Butch Thighpunch seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sakamoto looks for a takedown but Thighpunch sprawls well.
Thighpunch looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Takuya Sakamoto. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Thighpunch throws a lazy right hand but Sakamoto sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sakamoto shoots in but no luck this time.
Sakamoto blocks a jab.
Sakamoto ducks under a wild hook from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Sakamoto. #T1#
Sakamoto shoots in looking for a takedown but Thighpunch manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sakamoto's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#TD#
Sakamoto feints and as Thighpunch raises his hands in defense, Sakamoto changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sakamoto tries to free his leg and advance position but Thighpunch is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Sakamoto drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Thighpunch manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Sakamoto has Thighpunch in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Sakamoto is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Thighpunch defends well.#SUB#
Sakamoto is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Sakamoto looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T2#
Thighpunch wants to control from the top but Sakamoto keeps moving. #SUB#
Sakamoto working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Thighpunch doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Thighpunch manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Sakamoto tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Thighpunch is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Thighpunch really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Sakamoto. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Thighpunch got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sakamoto has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Thighpunch has managed to get both his arms back between Sakamoto's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Sakamoto is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Thighpunch defends well.
Thighpunch must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Sakamoto is looking for a triangle but Thighpunch pushes his legs off easily.
#T3##SUB#
Sakamoto looking for a guillotine here but Thighpunch defends easily.
#SUB#
Sakamoto has his foot on Thighpunch's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Thighpunch works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Sakamoto is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Sakamoto looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Sakamoto has his foot on Thighpunch's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Thighpunch works his way back into a safe position though.
Sakamoto wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Sakamoto has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Thighpunch can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T4##SUB#
Sakamoto had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Thighpunch defends it easily.#SUB#
Sakamoto is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Sakamoto is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Thighpunch is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Sakamoto has his foot on Thighpunch's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Thighpunch works his way back into a safe position though.
We've been hearing good reports from Sakamoto's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Takuya Sakamoto overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Thighpunch got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sakamoto has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Thighpunch has managed to get both his arms back between Sakamoto's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Sakamoto has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Thighpunch 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.
That was a close second round but I would say that Takuya Sakamoto will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Sakamoto walks into a jab.
Sakamoto takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Sakamoto fails with the takedown.
Sakamoto uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch lands with a good body shot.
Sakamoto takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Sakamoto takes a jab right on the kisser.
Sakamoto doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Some wild striking there from Thighpunch.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Thighpunch takes a swing at Sakamoto's ribcage but misses.
Thighpunch jabs Sakamoto right on the nose. Sakamoto blinks but takes it well.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Sakamoto shoots for a takedown but Thighpunch saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#T1#
Thighpunch stuffs the takedown attempt from Sakamoto. Sakamoto gets slowly back to his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Takuya Sakamoto. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sakamoto takes a jab right on the kisser.
Nice sprawl there from Thighpunch as Sakamoto shoots in.
Thighpunch defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Sakamoto.
Thighpunch now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A swing and a miss from Thighpunch.
Sakamoto darts in looking for a takedown but Thighpunch gets double underhooks and turns Sakamoto into the cage.
Sakamoto takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Sakamoto misses with a takedown
and Thighpunch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Thighpunch with a nice cross.
Sakamoto takes one on the button.
Oh Sakamoto is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Sakamoto keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Sakamoto seems to have got his legs back now.
Takuya Sakamoto seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A telegraphed right hand from Thighpunch misses the target. #T2#
Thighpunch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sakamoto manages to avoid it.
Sakamoto with a lazy takedown attempt
letting Thighpunch counter with a right hand.
Sakamoto looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thighpunch lands a nice looking body shot.
Thighpunch tests Sakamoto's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sakamoto gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Thighpunch counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
A jab from Thighpunch finds it's way through Sakamoto's defenses.
Takuya Sakamoto is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sakamoto shoots in for a takedown but Thighpunch shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Sakamoto slips under a jab from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch throws an overhand right that lands on Sakamoto's shoulder, as Sakamoto tries to avoid the shot.
Sakamoto tries to counter with a takedown but Thighpunch is quick to defend against it.
A left lands for Thighpunch.
Sakamoto takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A big left from Thighpunch misses.
Sakamoto misses with a takedown
letting Thighpunch counter with a right hand. #T3#
Sakamoto drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Nice body punch from Thighpunch.
Sakamoto has a takedown stuffed.
Sakamoto walks into a straight right hand from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Thighpunch misses with a looping right.
Sakamoto shoots in looking for a takedown. Thighpunch tries to sprawl out of it but Sakamoto keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Thighpunch manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Sakamoto moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.#T4#
Thighpunch fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sakamoto manages to avoid it.
Sakamoto throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Thighpunch's waist but Thighpunch gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Sakamoto off to one side.
Thighpunch scores with a sloppy right hand. Sakamoto should have avoided that one.
Sakamoto misses with a takedown attempt - Thighpunch sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.#TD#
Sakamoto closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Thighpunch to the mat! Thighpunch manages to get full guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Thighpunch keeping full guard, as Sakamoto tries to pass. #SUB#
Sakamoto drops back, looking for a kneebar! Thighpunch looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Thighpunch looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Thighpunch! #REVB#
Thighpunch is staying tight to Sakamoto's torso, preventing him from escaping.
And that's the end of the fight!
Butch Thighpunch comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Thighpunch has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 27:29
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:29
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 27:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Butch Thighpunch!
Butch Thighpunch bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
JBL 19 Next Generation
Date: Mar 16, 2019 |
#R1#
Thighpunch darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Thighpunch displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from OMalley.
Butch Thighpunch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
OMalley shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than OMalley was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB#
OMalley tries for a kimura but Thighpunch is defending well.
You can see the frustration on Thighpunch's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
OMalley tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no OMalley has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
OMalley is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Thighpunch knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T1##SUB#
OMalley is trying to get an arm triangle but Thighpunch is defending well. #SU#
OMalley decides to stand up, so the ref orders Thighpunch to his feet. #TD#
OMalley gets the takedown into side control. #SUB#
OMalley thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T2##SUB#
OMalley wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Thighpunch, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
OMalley goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Thighpunch rolls with the submission and now he's on top in OMalley's guard! Nice work there by Thighpunch!
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as OMalley holds on and takes a little breather.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
OMalley manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Thighpunch manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
OMalley is pushing down on Thighpunch's leg trying to pass to half guard. Thighpunch is fighting to maintain full guard but OMalley has managed to sneak the leg through.#T3#
OMalley works his way into full mount!
OMalley forces the positional change into back control. #SUB#
OMalley 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, Thighpunch has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#SUB#
OMalley looking for the RNC.
Thighpunch is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB#
OMalley is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
#SUB#
OMalley is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Thighpunch knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Thighpunch for a finish. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
OMalley has good solid back control here. #SUB#
OMalley is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Thighpunch is trying to control his opponent's hands. Eventually OMalley gets his hands free and sinks in a rear naked choke. For a while it looks like Thighpunch is going to survive but after struggling valiantly, he eventually has to tap out! OMalley is your winner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Conor OMalley!
An out of breath and clearly excited Conor OMalley thanked King Nutrition for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him).
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Event:
JBL Test Your Might 1
Date: Feb 15, 2019 |
#R1#
Thighpunch looks to score with a jab to the body but Dikoume is just out of range.
Dikoume attempts a counter takedown but Thighpunch avoids it well and moves away.
Dikoume uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Dikoume takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Thighpunch uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Thighpunch lands a right hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thighpunch uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Dikoume has time to react.
Thighpunch scores with a nice strike.#T1#
Thighpunch tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Dikoume was well out of range. Poor timing from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch scores with a nice head shot.
Thighpunch lands a nice shot to the body.
A big right from Thighpunch misses.
Dikoume on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Thighpunch throws a predictable looking body shot
#TD#
and Dikoume decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Thighpunch's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dikoume wants to control from the top but Thighpunch keeps moving.
Dikoume throws a big elbow that misses. #T2##SUB#
Dikoume drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Dikoume jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Thighpunch is controlling Dikoume's posture.
Dikoume stopping the sweep attempt from Thighpunch.
Dikoume wants to control from the top but Thighpunch keeps moving.
Thighpunch really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Dikoume. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Dikoume keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Butch Thighpunch is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Thighpunch throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Dikoume appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dikoume takes a jab right on the kisser.
Thighpunch lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Dikoume circles away quickly and effectively.
Thighpunch lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Thighpunch sizes up Dikoume with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Thighpunch throws a right and a left that both miss.
Thighpunch throws a body punch but Dikoume moves out of range.
Dikoume half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T4#
Thighpunch looks to throw the jab but Dikoume is out of range.
Dikoume appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Dikoume walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Thighpunch lands with a shot to the body.
Dikoume takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
We've been informed that Thighpunch has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Thighpunch is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Dikoume had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into pâté.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thighpunch connects with a body shot that sends Dikoume's belly button to the back.
Butch Thighpunch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Dikoume uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Thighpunch.
Thighpunch throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Butch Thighpunch dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Thighpunch throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dikoume stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Dikoume takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Thighpunch throws a hook but Dikoume blocks it.
Butch Thighpunch seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Thighpunch lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Dikoume at a distance.
A left and a right from Thighpunch both land. Nice combination.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD2#
Thighpunch feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Dikoume sprawling to the canvas! Dikoume rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Thighpunch finish him?!
#ROC2#
Dikoume is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Thighpunch ducks down and throws a big overhand right - it lands flush on the jaw, knocking Dikoume out cold! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Butch Thighpunch!
Butch Thighpunch bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
Indestructible
Date: Jan 19, 2019 |
#R1#
Thighpunch's jab looks to have found its range, popping Albrecht under the eye.
Albrecht tries a head kick but it misses.
Thighpunch throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Albrecht sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Albrecht misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Albrecht misses with a series of wild punches.
Thighpunch connects with a nice looking jab.
Thighpunch is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Thighpunch moves forwards but Albrecht connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Albrecht pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Albrecht misses the jab.
Albrecht lands a slapping body shot.
A jab from Thighpunch misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Albrecht misses with a body shot.
Stefan Albrecht seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Thighpunch throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Albrecht sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T1#
Albrecht tries a head kick but it misses.
Thighpunch swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Thighpunch throws a body shot but no joy.
Albrecht scores with a shot to the body.
Thighpunch moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Thighpunch showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Albrecht.
Thighpunch moves out of range of the leg kick from Albrecht.
Thighpunch misses with a hook
enabling Albrecht to counter with a crisp jab.
Albrecht misses with a head kick.
Albrecht scores with a shot to the body.
Thighpunch is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Thighpunch misses with a body shot.
Thighpunch looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
A big left from Thighpunch misses.
Albrecht scores with a nice strike.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Albrecht misses with a wild body shot.
Albrecht throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Thighpunch looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Albrecht fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Thighpunch looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Albrecht lands a nice looking body shot.
Albrecht lands a head shot.
Thighpunch swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Albrecht connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Thighpunch's hands.
Albrecht cracks Thighpunch with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Albrecht tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Thighpunch looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Thighpunch. Albrecht does a little dance to reset his feet.
A jab from Albrecht finds it's way through Thighpunch's defenses.
Albrecht throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Albrecht throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T3#
Albrecht takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Albrecht looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Albrecht throws a sloppy head kick and Thighpunch moves out of range easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Thighpunch! But no joy.
Albrecht is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Thighpunch.
Thighpunch lands with a cross.
Thighpunch avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Albrecht is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Albrecht just misses with a punch to the body.
Thighpunch looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Albrecht ducks under a wild hook from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch 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.
Albrecht takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Albrecht missing with a left hand there. Thighpunch was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Thighpunch looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A shot to the body from Albrecht misses
and Thighpunch counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Albrecht misses with a hook.
Thighpunch let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Albrecht throws a head kick but Thighpunch moves out of range.
Albrecht looks to land a right hand but Thighpunch moved out of range.
A head kick by Albrecht misses
and Thighpunch counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Albrecht thinking. #T4#
Albrecht throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Albrecht fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Albrecht scores with a nice right hand.
Albrecht slips under a jab from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch connects with a looping right hand.
Thighpunch with a nice cross.
Albrecht throws a head kick that Thighpunch semi-blocks.
Some wild striking there from Albrecht.
Thighpunch throws a body shot but no joy.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Thighpunch slips under a jab.
Thighpunch throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Albrecht misses with a double jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Stefan Albrecht dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Thighpunch takes a swing at Albrecht's ribcage but misses.
Albrecht is looking to counter with head kicks.
Albrecht misses with a head kick.
Thighpunch is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Albrecht.
Albrecht misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Albrecht counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Thighpunch tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Albrecht was well out of range. Poor timing from Thighpunch.
Albrecht pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Thighpunch walks into a jab.
Albrecht ducks under a wild hook from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Stefan Albrecht is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thighpunch clobbers Albrecht with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
A telegraphed right hand from Thighpunch misses the target.
Thighpunch gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Thighpunch looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T1#
Albrecht misses with a straight right.
Albrecht connects with the punch.
Thighpunch swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Albrecht is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Thighpunch can do to turn this around?
Thighpunch waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Albrecht.
Thighpunch lands an overhand right.
Albrecht is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Thighpunch.
Thighpunch waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Albrecht.
Albrecht throws a sloppy head kick and Thighpunch moves out of range easily.
A little jabbing left from Thighpunch on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A good leg kick by Albrecht.
Albrecht throws a body punch but Thighpunch moves out of range.
The fighters circling - Albrecht throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Albrecht stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T2#
Thighpunch thuds a left hand into Albrecht's body.
Thighpunch swings for the body but Albrecht moves out of range.
Thighpunch throws a looping overhand right but Albrecht ducks down to avoid it.
Albrecht misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Albrecht misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch throws a predictable looking body shot
enabling Albrecht to counter with a crisp jab.
Thighpunch ducks under a wild hook from Albrecht.
Thighpunch jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Thighpunch throws out a powerful jab.
Thighpunch misses with a body shot.
Albrecht throws a head kick that misses
and Thighpunch counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Albrecht lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Thighpunch backs up against the cage.
Thighpunch throws a good cross that connects.
#T3#
A head kick misses from Albrecht.
Thighpunch doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Albrecht fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Thighpunch manages to avoid it.
Thighpunch throws a jab when Albrecht was well out of range.
Thighpunch misses with a hook to the body
and Albrecht counters with a kick to the head that grazes his opponent. Thighpunch is lucky that one didn't land flush.
Albrecht ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Thighpunch misses with a body shot.
Albrecht walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Thighpunch scores with a crisp jab that stopped Albrecht in his tracks.
Albrecht throws a lazy uppercut
and Thighpunch counters with a left to the body.
Thighpunch misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Albrecht.
Thighpunch fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Albrecht throws a nice looking combination but Thighpunch bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Thighpunch throws a big shot that misses.#T4#
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Albrecht keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch lands a head shot.#ROC2#
Albrecht is rocked!
Thighpunch circles and sees the opportunity to plant his feet and throw a really nice straight left hand that drops Albrecht to the canvas! Albrecht doesn't know where he is but he's trying to survive - Thighpunch keeps piling on the pressure and forces the referee to step in! This one is aaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:16 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Butch Thighpunch!
In his post fight interview, Butch Thighpunch started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 23, 2018 |
#R1#
Thighpunch ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sykes takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Thighpunch moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Sykes takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sykes gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Thighpunch counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
A shot to the liver by Thighpunch. Beautiful body shot.
Thighpunch connects with a looping right hand.
Thighpunch dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Sykes tries for a takedown but Thighpunch circles away easily
and Thighpunch counters with a stiff right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sykes shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Thighpunch counters with a crisp right that sends Sykes to the canvas! Thighpunch follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Butch Thighpunch!
After the fight, Butch Thighpunch 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 20, 2018 |
#R1#
Thighpunch lands with a straight right. Karlsson didn't see that one coming.#KD#
Thighpunch drops Karlsson with a beautiful combination! Karlsson stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Thighpunch is looking for the KO!#CUT#
It looks like Bill Karlsson has been cut.
Thighpunch with a body punch. A glancing blow. #KD#
Thighpunch cracks Karlsson with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Thighpunch has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Karlsson to stand back up!#ROC#
Karlsson is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Karlsson has his takedown stuffed
and Thighpunch counters with a huge right that knocks Karlsson out cold! Thighpunch is running around with a crazed look on his face - you can see how much that meant to him!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Butch Thighpunch!
Butch Thighpunch spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 17, 2018 |
#R1#
Thighpunch thuds a left hand into McTorture's body.
McTorture really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
McTorture looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Thighpunch scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
McTorture takes a shot right to the bread basket.#KD2#
Thighpunch drops McTorture with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but McTorture looks back up at him and smiles so Thighpunch waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
#ROC2#
McTorture is rocked!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Thighpunch flashes McTorture a smile before throwing a beast of a right hand, straight down the pipe. McTorture's eyes follow the hand right onto his nose, taking in it's full glory... and then darkness. McTorture crumples to the floor! He's out cold! Thighpunch punches the air and yells at the top of his lungs - yeeeeeeeeeeah!!!! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Butch Thighpunch!
Butch Thighpunch decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 14, 2018 |
#R1##CL2#
Thighpunch clinches with his opponent.
Thighpunch lands with a right to the head.
Thighpunch tries a body shot but Proton blocks it.
Proton taking a breather.
Thighpunch scores with a hook to the body.
Thighpunch goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Thighpunch lands a body shot.
Thighpunch tries to throw a body punch but Proton avoids it by throwing Thighpunch back against the cage.
Thighpunch is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Proton is defending well.
Thighpunch lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Proton or not.
Proton is trying to break free.
Thighpunch lands a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Thighpunch makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Thighpunch lands a body shot in the clinch.
Thighpunch working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Thighpunch lands a body punch in the clinch.
Thighpunch scores with a hook to the body.
Proton is breathing heavily.
Thighpunch lands a body punch in the clinch. #T1#
Thighpunch is working Proton over against the cage.
Good body shot from Thighpunch.
A short body shot lands from Thighpunch as the two fighters clinch.
Thighpunch digs a right hand underneath Proton's ribcage. Proton let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Thighpunch lands a hook that snaps the head of Proton backwards.
Thighpunch stalling against the cage.
Thighpunch pushes Proton back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Thighpunch lands with a short shot to the head.
A short body shot lands from Thighpunch as the two fighters clinch.
Thighpunch lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Thighpunch is working Proton over against the cage.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch pushes Proton back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A short body shot lands from Thighpunch as the two fighters clinch.
#T2#
Thighpunch lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Proton or not.
Proton really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Thighpunch lands a shoulder strike.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Thighpunch scores with a shoulder strike.
Thighpunch gets through Proton's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Thighpunch throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Nice body punch from Thighpunch - that landed with a thud.
Thighpunch gets through Proton's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Thighpunch lands a right hand.
Thighpunch lands a body shot in the clinch.
Thighpunch digs a right hand underneath Proton's ribcage. Proton let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Thighpunch presses Proton against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Thighpunch lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Thighpunch lands a hook that snaps the head of Proton backwards.
Thighpunch throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Thighpunch lands with a right to the head. #T3#
A right hand to the body from Thighpunch.
Thighpunch scores with a hook to the body.
Thighpunch lands with a light punch inside.
Thighpunch lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Proton.
Thighpunch lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
A short left from Thighpunch. #ROC2#
Proton is rocked!
Thighpunch working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Oh Proton is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Thighpunch creates some distance for himself and unleashes a massive uppercut that sends Proton's eyes rolling into the back of his head! Proton drops to his knees and Thighpunch pours it on with more strikes until the referee steps in to end the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Butch Thighpunch!
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