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Event:
CWC 307 - Prelims
Date: Jun 05, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Cicero Verus! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 16 losses; Brian Ortega!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Thiago Cunha and Luis Engracia.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Verus shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ortega defends it nicely.
Verus is trying hard to land a takedown here. Ortega sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Verus shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ortega defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cicero Verus. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Verus tries for a takedown but Ortega sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Verus is defended easily by Ortega.
Ortega drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Verus defends it well.#CL2#
Ortega has managed to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Ortega gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Verus (0) vs (2) Ortega
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.
Ortega is trying to control. Verus wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ortega passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Verus (0) vs (5) Ortega
Ortega forces the positional change into back control. Score +3 for taking back: Verus (0) vs (8) Ortega#T1##SUB2#
Ortega working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Verus wants to escape the position.
Verus is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Ortega working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB2#
Ortega is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Verus defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ortega biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T2##SUB2#
Ortega looking to break Verus's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Verus remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Ortega will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!#SUB2#
Ortega is looking for the choke from the back position but Verus is controlling his hands well. #SUB2#
Ortega is looking for the choke from the back position but Verus is controlling his hands well. #SUB2#
Ortega seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under Verus's chin but Verus turns very nicely into Ortega's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by Verus.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Verus (2) vs (8) Ortega
Ortega working a defensive guard here.
#T3#
Verus wants to control from the top but Ortega keeps moving. #SUB2#
Verus is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Ortega has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Verus is looking to defend but Ortega has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Verus! Ortega pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Verus taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Brian Ortega!
An out of breath Brian Ortega thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
CWC 304 - Prelims
Date: May 15, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 2 losses; Hans Hermann Hoppe! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 16 losses; Brian Ortega!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Emerson Jorge and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Ortega moves into the clinch successfully.
Hoppe is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Ortega is defending well.#TD#
Hoppe wants the takedown. Ortega is fighting it off but Hoppe persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Ortega's guard against the cage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hoppe (2) vs (0) Ortega#SUB2#
Hoppe sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Ortega doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Hoppe paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Ortega - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Brian Ortega!
A victorious Brian Ortega 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:
CWC 300 - Morrison Jr vs Aoki
Date: Apr 03, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 15 losses; Brian Ortega! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 20 losses; Joshua Brown!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, George Francis and Wesley Smith.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Brown moves into the clinch.
Ortega has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Brown after a bit of a struggle.
Brown fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#TD2#
Brown jumps into guard, dragging Ortega to the mat.
Ortega controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Ortega has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Ortega trying to control but Brown is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortega is stalling in the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Ortega wants to pass the guard but Brown is keeping the position.
Brown keeping moving, preventing Ortega from controlling successfully.
Brown looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Brown keeping full guard, as Ortega tries to pass.
Brown controlling Ortega's posture. #T2#
Ortega trying to control but Brown is working from the bottom.
Ortega wants to pass the guard but Brown is keeping the position.
Brown wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Our spies down at at Rabid Dog inform us that Brown has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T3#
Ortega wants to control from the top but Brown keeps moving.
Brown keeping full guard, as Ortega tries to pass.
Brown has his hands on Ortega's head, controlling the position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
We've been hearing good reports from Ortega'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.#T4#
Ortega wants to control from the top but Brown keeps moving.
Ortega is fighting to break Brown's control of his arms but Brown is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Ortega pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Brown is keeping the position for now.
Ortega engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Ortega looking to sit in guard and control but Brown gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (0) vs (2) Brown#T5##SUB#
Ortega escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Brown gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Brown's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Brown pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ortega is keeping the position for now.
Ortega can't keep his opponent in guard - Brown advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Brown trying to control the pace.
Ortega wants to improve his position but Brown is controlling well.
Ortega wants to control but Brown is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T6#
Brown sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Brown prevents Ortega from improving his position.
Brown content to control rather than advance.
Ortega has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Brown is working away from the top position though.
Brown is looking to take a break and control but Ortega is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ortega gets full guard.#T7##SUB#
Ortega is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Brown postures up.
Brown is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Ortega is looking for a triangle but Brown pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Brown got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ortega has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Brown has managed to get both his arms back between Ortega's legs - danger averted.
Brown slips nicely into half guard.
Brown trying to control from half guard but Ortega is working away.
Brown looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ortega wants to get back to full guard.#T8#
Brown slows the pace down in half guard.
Brown seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ortega does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Brown is thwarting Ortega's attempts to control the position.
Brown wants to take a breather but Ortega is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brown with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T9#
Brown wants to free his trapped foot but Ortega is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
Ortega looking for submissions off his back.
Ortega wants to control but Brown is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Brown slows the pace down in half guard.
Ortega is looking for a sweep. Brown is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Brown takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T10#
Brown trying to mount his opponent but Ortega defends it.
Brown controlling the action here.
It looks like Brown might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#SUB#
Ortega looking for submissions off his back.
Ortega wants to get back to full guard.#T11#
Brown is taking a breather. Ortega says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Brown is pressing down on Ortega's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ortega is holding on for now. #SUB#
Ortega looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ortega tries to get to full guard but Brown has control of the leg.
Brown uses his free foot to push down on Ortega's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Ortega. Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (0) vs (5) Brown
Brown trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T12#
Ortega is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Brown is trying to take his opponent's back.
Ortega keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Brown content just to control the position here.
Ortega tries to hold on but Brown pushes him away. #T13#
Brown content just to control the position here.
Brown is continuing to stall.
Ortega tries to hold on but Brown pushes him away.
Brown wants to take Ortega's back but he can't do it this time.
Brown looking to control but Ortega is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ortega is trying to escape the mount.
Ortega wants to hold on but Brown pushes him away.
Ortega really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Brown controlling the position easily from mount. #T14#
Ortega is looking to improve his position but Brown isn't that keen on the idea.
Brown controlling from mount.
Ortega is in all sorts of trouble here.
Brown looking to control and managing it successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ortega wants to hold on but Brown pushes him away.
Ortega tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brown wins on points by 5 to 0.
After winning the bout, Joshua Brown thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
CWC 299 - Halli vs Pavlov
Date: Mar 20, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 13 losses; Ceph Alopodis! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 14 losses; Brian Ortega!
The judges for this bout are David Schapiro, Jorge Garcia and Russell Pearce.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Alopodis drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Alopodis (2) vs (0) Ortega
Alopodis preventing the sweep.
Alopodis pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ortega is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Ortega has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Alopodis can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Ortega has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Alopodis can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Alopodis stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ortega swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Alopodis is looking to pass into half guard but Ortega pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Ortega is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alopodis (2) vs (2) Ortega
Ortega wants to pass the guard but Alopodis is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Alopodis wants to sweep here but Ortega controlling him for the moment.
Alopodis manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ortega manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alopodis (4) vs (2) Ortega
Alopodis looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Alopodis trying to control but Ortega is working from the bottom.
We've been hearing that Alopodis has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#SUB2#
Ortega is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ortega looking for a sweep. Not yet Ortega, not yet.
Alopodis trying to control but Ortega is working from the bottom.
Alopodis won't allow Ortega to sweep him here.
Alopodis slips nicely into half guard.
Alopodis works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Alopodis (7) vs (2) Ortega
Alopodis mounts Ortega! Really nice guard pass there!
Ortega is looking to get to half guard.#T2#
Ortega is trying to escape the mount but Alopodis keeps good control and instead manages to take Ortega's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Alopodis (10) vs (2) Ortega#SUB#
Ortega preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Alopodis. #SUB#
Alopodis working for a choke but Ortega is defending well.
Ortega is in bad spot here.
Ortega is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Ortega is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#SUB#
Alopodis working for a choke but Ortega is defending well. #SUB#
Alopodis is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
#T3#
Alopodis keeps control of the position as Ortega tries to break free.
Ortega keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Alopodis looking for the choke from the back. #SUB#
Alopodis looking for the choke but no joy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Alopodis is hanging on to Ortega's back as he tries to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Alopodis working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Ortega tries to break free.
#T4#
Alopodis is trying to stick to Ortega's back but Ortega is turning into Alopodis. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Alopodis's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Ortega. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alopodis (10) vs (4) Ortega
Ortega trying to control the position from guard on top but Alopodis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ortega looking to pass the guard.
Alopodis wants to sweep but no luck.
Ortega trying to control the position from guard on top but Alopodis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Alopodis tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ortega trying to control the position from guard on top but Alopodis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Alopodis has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Ortega has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Alopodis (10) vs (7) Ortega
Alopodis is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T5##SUB2#
Ortega is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Alopodis knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Alopodis is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Ortega off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Alopodis (14) vs (7) Ortega#SUB#
Alopodis working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB#
Alopodis is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Ortega knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Ortega for a finish.
I really don't envy Ortega right now.
#T6#
Alopodis is trying to stick to Ortega's back but Ortega is turning into Alopodis. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Alopodis's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Ortega. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alopodis (14) vs (9) Ortega
Alopodis tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Alopodis can't keep his opponent in guard - Ortega advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Ortega is keen to just control but Alopodis is a slippery customer.
Ortega prevents Alopodis from improving his position.
Ortega wants to control but Alopodis is keeping him busy.
Alopodis is pressing down on Ortega's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Ortega sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Alopodis's guard.
Alopodis is trying to get back to full guard.
Alopodis gets back to full guard.
Ortega pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Alopodis is keeping the position for now.
Alopodis is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alopodis (16) vs (9) Ortega#T7#
Ortega is in trouble now - Alopodis has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Alopodis (19) vs (9) Ortega
Alopodis wants to take his opponent's back but Ortega doesn't allow it.
Ortega is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Ortega is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Alopodis fails to advance to Ortega's back.
Ortega slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Ortega is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Alopodis wants to free his trapped foot but Ortega is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T8#
Alopodis moves into full mount! Ortega won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Alopodis (22) vs (9) Ortega
Ortega is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Alopodis goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Ortega is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alopodis (22) vs (11) Ortega#SUB#
Alopodis has his foot on Ortega's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ortega works his way back into a safe position though.
Alopodis wants to sweep but no luck.
Ortega controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Alopodis is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alopodis (24) vs (11) Ortega
Ortega gets back to full guard.
Alopodis looking to pass the guard. #T9#
Alopodis advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Ortega actively working from the bottom here.
Alopodis trying to mount his opponent but Ortega defends it. #SUB#
Alopodis seems to be looking for submissions.
Ortega wants to control but Alopodis is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Ortega actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Ortega looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Ortega looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Alopodis trying to pass the guard but Ortega defending well. #T10#
Alopodis works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Alopodis (27) vs (11) Ortega
Ortega working to try and regain half guard.
Alopodis seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Ortega is holding on tight.
Ortega regains half guard.
Ortega regains full guard. Nicely done.
Alopodis forces his way into half guard.
Ortega wants to get back to full guard.
Alopodis passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Ortega! Score +3 for passing guard: Alopodis (30) vs (11) Ortega
Ortega can't escape the position.
#T11#
Alopodis moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Alopodis (33) vs (11) Ortega#SUB#
Alopodis is persistently looking for the submission but Ortega is defending it well.
#SUB#
Alopodis working for the choke. #SUB#
Alopodis patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB#
Alopodis 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, Ortega has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
I really don't envy Ortega right now.
#SUB#
Ortega fending off the submission attempt from Alopodis. #SUB#
Alopodis looking for the choke from the back. #T12#
Ortega is trying to break free.
#SUB#
Ortega defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Alopodis's arms. #SUB#
Alopodis tightening his grip on Ortega, looking for the choke.
Ortega is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Alopodis is breathing heavily.
Ortega needs to remain patient if he's going to get out of this sticky situation. #SUB#
Alopodis working for a choke but Ortega is defending well. #SUB#
Alopodis is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Ortega knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Ortega for a finish. #T13#
Alopodis is trying to stick to Ortega's back but Ortega is turning into Alopodis. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Alopodis's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Ortega. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Alopodis (33) vs (13) Ortega
Ortega trying to control but Alopodis is working from the bottom.
Ortega looking to pass the guard.
My spies in Rage Training inform me that Ortega has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Ortega advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Alopodis (33) vs (16) Ortega
Alopodis is looking to regain half guard here but Ortega keeps moving and retains side control.
Ortega wants to lay and pray for a moment but Alopodis keeps working. #SUB2#
Ortega is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Alopodis knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Ortega wants to control but Alopodis is keeping him busy. #T14#
Alopodis tries to buck Ortega off but Ortega is having none of it.
Alopodis sneaks back into half guard.
Alopodis moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Alopodis 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ortega trying to control the position from guard on top but Alopodis is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ortega passes Alopodis's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alopodis takes the fight on points by 33 to 16.
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Ceph Alopodis made sure he mentioned Urban Fighter, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
CWC 298 - Kakuto vs Diesel
Date: Mar 13, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 3 losses; Khalid Magomedov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 13 losses; Brian Ortega!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Ortega has managed to clinch.
Magomedov drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Ortega gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#TD2#
Ortega wants the takedown. Magomedov is fighting it off but Ortega persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Magomedov's guard against the cage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Magomedov (0) vs (2) Ortega
Magomedov being controlled here, momentarily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Magomedov trying to control the position here.
Ortega slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov trying to control the position here.
Ortega looking to sit in guard and control but Magomedov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Magomedov (2) vs (2) Ortega#T1##SUB2#
Ortega looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ortega can't keep his opponent in guard - Magomedov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Magomedov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ortega knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Magomedov trying to control the pace.
Magomedov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ortega knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Ortega tries to roll over but Magomedov keeps him under control.
Ortega keeps trying to improve his position.#T2##SUB2#
Ortega looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ortega trying to control but Magomedov postures up.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Magomedov in particular looking to stall.
Ortega is trying to control but can't.
Ortega gets full guard.
Magomedov controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Magomedov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Ortega can't keep his opponent in guard - Magomedov advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T3#
Ortega has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Magomedov is working away from the top position though.
Magomedov trying to mount his opponent but Ortega defends it.
Magomedov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Magomedov wants to take a breather but Ortega is having none of it.
Ortega moves into full guard.
Ortega trying to keep a closed guard but Magomedov is proving a slippery customer.
Ortega keeping moving, preventing Magomedov from controlling successfully. #T4#
Magomedov pushing down on Ortega's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Still in half guard, Magomedov seems content to control.
Magomedov is trying to control. Ortega wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ortega trying to control but Magomedov postures up.
Well, if Magomedov is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
We've been hearing good reports from Magomedov'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.
Ortega works his way to full guard. Good work.#T5##SUB2#
Ortega working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Magomedov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Magomedov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Magomedov advances to half guard. #SUB#
Magomedov is trying to work for a kimura but Ortega is defending well.
Ortega wants to improve his position but Magomedov is controlling well.
Ortega wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy.
Ortega might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Magomedov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T6#
Ortega wants to improve his position but Magomedov is controlling well.
Ortega wants to control but Magomedov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Magomedov content to control rather than advance. #SUB2#
Ortega looking for submissions off his back.
Magomedov is trying to control. Ortega wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Magomedov performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T7#
Magomedov prevents Ortega from improving his position.#SUB2#
Ortega looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Magomedov performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Magomedov wants to take a breather but Ortega is having none of it. #T8#
Still in half guard, Magomedov seems content to control.#SUB2#
Ortega looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Magomedov wants to pass to mount but Ortega is defending the position.
Magomedov is thwarting Ortega's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Ortega is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Magomedov pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Ortega looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Magomedov is trying to control. Ortega wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Magomedov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ortega knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T9#
Ortega is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Ortega is defending against the submission attempts here by Magomedov.
Ortega is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Ortega looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Magomedov trying to pass the guard but Ortega defending well.
Magomedov is working hard here to advance position.#T10#
Magomedov is trying to control. Ortega wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Magomedov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Magomedov is thwarting Ortega's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Ortega looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Ortega looking for submissions off his back.
Ortega won't allow Magomedov to pass to mount.
Magomedov slows the pace down in half guard. #T11#
Ortega moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Ortega looking for subs off his back but Magomedov has passed one foot through into half guard.
#SUB2#
Ortega looking for submissions off his back.
Magomedov stalling.
Ortega works his way to full guard. Good work.#T12##SUB2#
Ortega looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Magomedov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ortega is keeping the position for now.
Magomedov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Magomedov (5) vs (2) Ortega
Magomedov slows the pace down. #T13#
Magomedov trying to control the action but Ortega is working from the bottom.
Magomedov takes a little break here. Ortega wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Ortega wants to control but Magomedov postures up.
Ortega is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ortega being controlled for a moment. #SUB#
Magomedov tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Magomedov has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T14#
Ortega tries to buck Magomedov off but Magomedov is having none of it.
Ortega seems a little lost for a moment, as Magomedov dominates the positioning.
Magomedov's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#SUB#
Magomedov looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ortega tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that's the end of the fight!
Magomedov takes the fight on points by 5 to 2.
A relieved looking Khalid Magomedov 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:
CWC 297 - Pavlov vs Cosades
Date: Mar 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 13 losses; Bazar Al Jhit! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 13 losses; Brian Ortega!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Wesley Smith and Cecil Peabody.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Ortega instigates a clinch. #TD#
Al Jhit gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Ortega regains guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Al Jhit (2) vs (0) Ortega#SUB2#
Ortega escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Al Jhit gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Al Jhit trying to control the position from guard on top but Ortega is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Al Jhit wants to pass the guard but Ortega is keeping the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Ortega looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Al Jhit is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Al Jhit trying to control the position from guard on top but Ortega is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ortega is trying to keep Al Jhit in close.
#T1##SUB2#
Ortega escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Al Jhit gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Ortega is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Al Jhit defends well.
Al Jhit is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Al Jhit got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ortega has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Al Jhit has managed to get both his arms back between Ortega's legs - danger averted.
Al Jhit stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ortega swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2##SUB2#
Ortega is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ortega wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Al Jhit is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Ortega has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Al Jhit is looking to defend but Ortega has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Al Jhit! Ortega pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Al Jhit taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Brian Ortega!
Brian Ortega seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CWC 296 - Camara vs Silva Jr 2
Date: Feb 27, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 20 losses; Billy Conforto! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 12 losses; Brian Ortega!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Frank Antenori.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Conforto gets a clinch.
Ortega has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Conforto after a bit of a struggle.
Ortega goes for a takedown in the clinch but Conforto prevents it.
Ortega prevents a takedown attempt there.
Conforto 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.
Ortega is looking for a takedown.
Billy Conforto has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brian Ortega.#TD#
Conforto is trying to trip Ortega. He has hold of a leg but Ortega is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Conforto persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Conforto (2) vs (0) Ortega
Ortega working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Conforto wants to control from the top but Ortega keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Conforto trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ortega keeping moving, preventing Conforto from controlling successfully. #T1#
Conforto stopping the sweep attempt from Ortega.
Ortega keeping moving, preventing Conforto from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Ortega is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Conforto is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Ortega is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Conforto defends well.#SUB#
Conforto is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2#
Ortega is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Conforto defends well.#T2#
Conforto controls from within his opponent's guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Conforto wants to control from the top but Ortega keeps moving. #SUB2#
Ortega is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Conforto is aware though and is defending well.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ortega is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Conforto (2) vs (2) Ortega
Ortega pushing down on Conforto's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Conforto is trying to get back to full guard.
Conforto is working hard here to advance position.#T3#
Ortega wants to take a breather but Conforto is having none of it.
Conforto makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Conforto.
Ortega slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Conforto escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ortega gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Ortega drops back looking for a leg! Conforto is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Conforto manages to kick Ortega off! Ortega jumps back into Conforto's guard. #SUB#
Conforto has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ortega can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T4#
Conforto wants to control the position but Ortega says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Conforto gets back to full guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Conforto is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Conforto (4) vs (2) Ortega#SUB2#
Conforto got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ortega has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Conforto has managed to get both his arms back between Ortega's legs - danger averted.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ortega wants to sweep here but Conforto controlling him for the moment.
Conforto stands and throws Ortega's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Conforto (7) vs (2) Ortega#T5#
Ortega sneaks back into half guard.#SUB#
Conforto seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Ortega is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Billy Conforto!
Billy Conforto 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:
CWC 295 Morrison Jr vs Saldini
Date: Feb 13, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 11 losses; Brian Ortega! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Kevin Walters!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, George Francis and Chris Downing.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Walters changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Ortega tries to avoid it but Walters manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Ortega to the ground. Ortega escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD2#
Walters closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Ortega quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ortega (0) vs (2) Walters
The fighters are battling for position here. Ortega manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Ortega not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Walters trying to control the position from guard on top but Ortega is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ortega being controlled here, momentarily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Walters wants to control from the top but Ortega keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Walters trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Ortega looking for a guillotine here but Walters defends easily.
#SUB#
Ortega had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Walters defends it easily.#T1#
Walters trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Walters advances to half guard.
Walters is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Ortega! Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (0) vs (5) Walters
Ortega wants to hold on but Walters pushes him away.
Ortega holds of for dear life.
Ortega tries to hold on but Walters pushes him away.
Ortega is in all sorts of trouble here.
Ortega tries to control the position but Walters now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Ortega (0) vs (8) Walters#T2#
Walters controls the position.
Walters avoiding Ortega 's attempts to control his hands.
Ortega wants to escape the position.
Ortega is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Walters has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #T3#
Ortega is trying to break free.
#SUB2#
Walters has got one arm under Ortega's chin. This could be trouble... Ortega trying to control the other hand but Walters gets it free and sqeezes tight - just a matter of time now! Yep, Ortega has tapped out! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Kevin Walters!
Kevin Walters managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Conviction, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CWC 294 - Wangler vs Galanos
Date: Feb 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 11 losses; Brian Ortega! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 30 losses; Carlos Silverio!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Silverio fails with the takedown#TD#
and Ortega counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Ortega. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ortega (2) vs (0) Silverio
Silverio bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ortega's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (2) vs (2) Silverio
Silverio passes Ortega's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Ortega trying to control here.
Ortega wants to improve his position but Silverio is controlling well.
#SUB#
Silverio moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Ortega. Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (2) vs (5) Silverio
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ortega manages to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortega wants to control but Silverio is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Ortega looking for submissions off his back.#T1#
Ortega is trying to control but can't.
Silverio is trying to control. Ortega wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ortega is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Silverio tries to pass to full mount but Ortega defends it. #SUB#
Silverio moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Ortega. Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (2) vs (8) Silverio
You can see the frustration on Ortega's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
Silverio wants to take a breather but Ortega manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Silverio.
Silverio tries to free his leg and advance position but Ortega is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Silverio sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Ortega doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Silverio paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Ortega - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Brian Ortega!
During a confident post fight interview, Brian Ortega thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 293- Sitsongrit v Sakaraba
Date: Jan 30, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 10 losses; Brian Ortega! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 8 losses; Marc Read!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Jack Bonds and Don Winkell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Read moves into the clinch successfully.
#TD#
Ortega has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Read clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ortega (4) vs (0) Read
Good control from Ortega.
Read trying to control the hands but Ortega won't let him.
Ortega has the hooks in. Read is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB#
Ortega looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. Read is controlling Ortega 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (4) vs (2) Read
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Read trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Ortega manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (6) vs (2) Read#T1#
Ortega looking to sit in guard and control but Read gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (6) vs (4) Read
Read postures up.
Read not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Ortega isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Read stacks Ortega on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Read! Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (6) vs (7) Read
Read advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ortega (6) vs (9) Read
Read tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T2#
Ortega tries to hold on but Read postures up.
Ortega is trying desperately to improve position.
Ortega wants to control but Read is having none of it.
Read takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T3#
Ortega working to try and regain half guard.
Read controlling from the full mount.
Ortega manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB#
Ortega actively working from the bottom here.
Read is looking to take a break and control but Ortega is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ortega is looking to control Read's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ortega avoid being mounted?#T4#
Ortega is staying active underneath Read, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ortega is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Read controlling the action here.
Ortega trying to hold on to Read's head to control him but Read postures up.
Read looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T5##SUB#
Ortega is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Read pulls his head out easily.
Ortega wants to get back to full guard.
Read not doing much here.
#SUB#
Ortega looking for a kimura from the bottom but Read passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (6) vs (12) Read
Ortega tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Read presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ortega (6) vs (14) Read
Ortega is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T6#
Ortega sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Ortega is trying to maintain the position but Read is very close to passing his half guard.
Read prevents Ortega from improving his position.
Ortega is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Ortega looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ortega trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (6) vs (17) Read#T7#
Read looking to control and managing it successfully.
Ortega wants to hold on but Read pushes him away.
Ortega can't escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Read takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Read prevents Ortega from getting the reversal.
Ortega is working hard here to advance position.
Ortega tries to hold on but Read pushes him away. #T8#
Ortega can't escape the position.
Read controlling from the full mount.
Ortega is trying to escape the mount.
Read avoids the attempt from Ortega to control.
Read prevents Ortega from getting the reversal.
Read avoids the attempt from Ortega to control.
Ortega tries to reverse the position but Read maintains control.#T9#
Ortega regains half guard.
Ortega is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Read's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Read's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ortega (10) vs (17) Read#SUB#
Ortega is looking for a choke. Read gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Read manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (10) vs (19) Read
Read slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Ortega is looking to sweep but instead, Read has passed into half guard.
#T10#
Ortega is trying to maintain the position but Read is very close to passing his half guard.
Ortega trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (10) vs (22) Read
Ortega regains half guard.
Read perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Ortega trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Read manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (10) vs (25) Read#T11#
Ortega is looking to get to half guard.
Ortega tries to hold on but Read pushes him away. #T12#
Ortega can't escape the position.
Read looking to control and managing it successfully.
Read trying to control but Ortega is having none of it.
Read content just to control the position here. #T13#
Ortega tries to hold on but Read postures up.
Read controlling the pace for now.
Read avoids the attempt from Ortega to control.
Read sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Ortega really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T14#
Ortega tries to lock up and control but Read gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Ortega is desperately trying to improve his position but Read has a good base and remains in mount.
Ortega tries to lock up and control but Read gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Ortega is working to get back to half guard.
Ortega bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (12) vs (25) Read#SUB#
Ortega drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Read manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Ortega has Read in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (12) vs (27) Read
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Read sitting in guard here, content to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Read wins on points by 27 to 12.
During a confident post fight interview, Marc Read thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 292 - Tokyo
Date: Jan 24, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Joshua Burroughs! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 9 losses; Brian Ortega!
The judges for this bout are Ren Mimura, Yasuomi Hirokawa and Yukihiro Shimada.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Burroughs closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Burroughs (2) vs (0) Ortega
Ortega wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Ortega is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Burroughs pulls his head out easily.
Ortega regains full guard. Nicely done.
Burroughs trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ortega not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ortega can't keep his opponent in guard - Burroughs advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Burroughs trying to pass the guard but Ortega defending well.
Ortega tries to roll over but Burroughs keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortega trying to control here.
Ortega is refusing to be controlled, as Burroughs sits in half guard.
Burroughs uses his free foot to push down on Ortega's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Ortega. Score +3 for passing guard: Burroughs (5) vs (0) Ortega#T1#
Burroughs tries to control but Ortega wriggling away.
Burroughs is really struggling to control Ortega but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB#
Burroughs jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Ortega manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Burroughs trying to control the action but Ortega is working from the bottom.
Ortega manages to work his way to half guard, despite Burroughs's best efforts.#T2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ortega is staying active underneath Burroughs, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Ortega is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ortega is in trouble now - Burroughs has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Burroughs (8) vs (0) Ortega
Ortega tries to get back to half guard but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ortega slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Burroughs controlling the pace.
Ortega is looking to control Burroughs's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ortega avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Ortega is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Burroughs pulls his head out easily. #T3#
Burroughs seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB2#
Ortega looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Burroughs is trying to control the action in half guard but Ortega is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Burroughs moves into full mount! Ortega won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Burroughs (11) vs (0) Ortega
Ortega is in all sorts of trouble here.
Ortega manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Ortega is looking to control Burroughs's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ortega avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Ortega looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4#
Ortega is looking for a sweep. Burroughs is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Burroughs wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ortega keeps working.
Burroughs seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Burroughs's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T5#
Burroughs wants to pass the guard but Ortega is defending well.
Ortega is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Burroughs's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Burroughs's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Burroughs (11) vs (4) Ortega#SUB2#
Ortega working for a choke but Burroughs is defending well.
Burroughs prevents Ortega from getting a body triangle.
Ortega controlling well, preventing Burroughs from escaping the position.
Ortega has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Burroughs's body.
#T6#
Burroughs is really stuck here.
Burroughs looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB2#
Burroughs fending off the submission attempt from Ortega. #SUB2#
Ortega looking for the RNC. #SUB2#
Ortega working for a choke but Burroughs is defending well. #T7#
Burroughs tries to break free.
Burroughs trying to control the hands but Ortega breaks the grip.
Ortega has the hooks in. Burroughs is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Burroughs is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Ortega is persistently looking for the submission but Burroughs is defending it well.
Burroughs tries to break free.
#SUB2#
Ortega is looking for the choke from the back position but Burroughs is controlling his hands well. #T8#
Burroughs prevents Ortega from getting a body triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Burroughs defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Burroughs rolls, trying to escape but Ortega keeps control of the position.
#SUB2#
Ortega working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Burroughs rolls, trying to escape but Ortega keeps control of the position.
#SUB2#
Ortega is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Burroughs trying to control the hands but Ortega breaks the grip. #T9##SUB2#
Burroughs fending off the submission attempt from Ortega. #SUB2#
Ortega looking to break Burroughs's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Burroughs remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Ortega will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Burroughs breaks Ortega's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Burroughs (13) vs (4) Ortega
Burroughs looking to pass the guard.
Ortega is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Burroughs trying to control the position from guard on top but Ortega is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Burroughs stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ortega swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T10##SUB2#
Ortega had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Burroughs defends it easily.
Burroughs showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Ortega keeping moving, preventing Burroughs from controlling successfully.
Ortega keeping full guard, as Burroughs tries to pass.
Ortega tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ortega keeping moving, preventing Burroughs from controlling successfully. #T11#
Burroughs's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Ortega looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ortega keeping full guard, as Burroughs tries to pass.
Burroughs wants to control from the top but Ortega keeps moving. #SUB2#
Ortega is looking for a triangle but Burroughs pushes his legs off easily.
Ortega trying to control the position.
Burroughs passes Ortega's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T12##SUB2#
Ortega looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Burroughs stalling.
Ortega tries to roll over but Burroughs keeps him under control.#SUB#
Burroughs is looking for a kimura but Ortega is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Burroughs to get the leverage.
Burroughs wants to free his trapped foot but Ortega is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ortega moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Ortega escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Burroughs gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T13#
Ortega bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Burroughs's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Burroughs (13) vs (6) Ortega
Ortega stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Burroughs swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ortega trying to control the position from guard on top but Burroughs is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Burroughs tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ortega stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Burroughs swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Burroughs pulls Ortega in close to prevent any damage. #SUB#
Burroughs looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T14#
Burroughs keeping moving, preventing Ortega from controlling successfully.
Ortega won't allow Burroughs to sweep him here.
Ortega trying to control the position from guard on top but Burroughs is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Burroughs wants to sweep here but Ortega controlling him for the moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Burroughs takes the fight on points by 13 to 6.
During a confident post fight interview, Joshua Burroughs thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 291 - Helsinki
Date: Jan 16, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 9 losses; Brian Ortega! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 3 losses; Hukkelberry Flint!
The judges for this bout are Arvi Lind, Matti Vanhoillinen and Tarja Halkonen.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Flint decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ortega (0) vs (2) Flint
Flint prevents Ortega from improving his position.
Flint looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ortega wants to improve his position but Flint is controlling well.
Ortega is looking to control Flint's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Ortega avoid being mounted?
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortega gets back to full guard.
Ortega is trying to control the position but Flint postures up. #SUB#
Flint got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ortega has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Flint has managed to get both his arms back between Ortega's legs - danger averted.#T1##SUB2#
Flint drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Flint jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Ortega escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Flint gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Ortega working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Flint doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Flint manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Flint wants to control from the top but Ortega keeps moving. #SUB#
Ortega looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T2#
Flint wants to control from the top but Ortega keeps moving.
Flint postures up.
Flint trying to control the position from guard on top but Ortega is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Flint stays in close to Ortega's body and controls the position.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.#SUB#
Ortega is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Flint defends well.
Ortega working a defensive guard but Flint manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (0) vs (5) Flint#T3#
Ortega is not content to let Flint control the position.
You can see the frustration on Ortega's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ortega is holding Flint down, trying to stall.
Ortega tries to buck Flint off but Flint is having none of it.#SUB2#
Flint working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Ortega struggling a bit here.#T4#
Ortega tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Flint wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Flint looking to control but instead Ortega has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Ortega trying to hold on to Flint's head to control him but Flint postures up.
#SUB2#
Flint is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ortega doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Flint.
Ortega trying to control but Flint postures up.
#T5##SUB2#
Flint is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ortega doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Flint. #SUB2#
Flint 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.
Ortega wants to control but Flint is keeping busy.
#T6#
Ortega works his way to full guard. Good work.
Flint trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Flint trying to control the position from guard on top but Ortega is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Ortega isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Flint stacks Ortega on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Flint! Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (0) vs (8) Flint
Ortega is not content to let Flint control the position.
Ortega can't do much from the bottom here. #T7#
A control attempt from Ortega but he's now mounted! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ortega (0) vs (10) Flint
Flint tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Flint wants to control the pace but Ortega is squirming around nicely.
Ortega is looking to improve his position but Flint isn't that keen on the idea.
Ortega tries to hold on but Flint postures up.#T8##SUB2#
Flint working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Flint looking to control but Ortega is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ortega working to try and regain half guard.
Flint wants to control the pace but Ortega is squirming around nicely.
Ortega regains half guard.
Flint is looking to take a break and control but Ortega is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T9#
Ortega wants to control but Flint passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (0) vs (13) Flint
Ortega looks to move to half guard but instead Flint has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ortega (0) vs (15) Flint
Ortega manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Ortega is looking to get back to full guard here but Flint has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (0) vs (18) Flint
Ortega tries to bench press Flint off him but Flint keeps the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ortega can't do much from the bottom here. #T10##SUB2#
Flint is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ortega knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Ortega can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Flint is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ortega is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Ortega can't do much from the bottom here. #T11#
Ortega trying to control but Flint flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ortega (0) vs (21) Flint#SUB2#
Flint working for a choke but Ortega is defending well. #SUB2#
Flint is looking for a rear naked choke here but Ortega reverses the position brilliantly into Flint's guard!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (2) vs (21) Flint
Ortega wants to control from the top but Flint keeps moving.
Flint manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ortega manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (2) vs (23) Flint#T12#
Ortega looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Flint passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Ortega is defending against the submission attempts here by Flint.
Ortega is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ortega trying to hold on to Flint's head to control him but Flint postures up.
#T13#
Ortega is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Flint is trying to work for a kimura but Ortega is defending well.
Flint is looking to advance position but Ortega won't allow it.
Ortega is trying to control but can't.
Ortega gets back to full guard.
#SUB#
Flint sitting in guard doing not very much at all here. Ortega doesn't need a second invitation though! He's locked up a guillotine and he's squeezing tight! That is tiiiiiiiiight! Flint paying the price for stalling here - he's pushing hard on the arm trying to free himself but it's no use! He's tapped! WOW, quick submission from Ortega - great work!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Brian Ortega!
During a confident post fight interview, Brian Ortega thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 290
Date: Jan 09, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Khalid Magomedov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 8 losses; Brian Ortega!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Emerson Jorge and Paulo Santos.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Ortega darts in and clinches Magomedov up against the ropes.
Ortega has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Magomedov avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Magomedov gets underhooks to prevent Ortega's takedown attempt.
Magomedov wants a takedown but no success here.
#TD2#
Ortega has hold of one of Magomedov's legs. Magomedov is fighting the takedown attempt but Ortega gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Magomedov (0) vs (2) Ortega
Ortega stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Magomedov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Magomedov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Magomedov (2) vs (2) Ortega
Ortega is trying to control the position but Magomedov postures up.
Magomedov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Magomedov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ortega is keeping the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Magomedov trying to control but Ortega is working from the bottom. #T1#
Ortega can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Magomedov controls the pace.
Magomedov advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Ortega actively working from the bottom here.
Magomedov seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ortega does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Magomedov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Ortega is doing well to control the position and prevent Magomedov from advancing to side control.
Ortega is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Magomedov trying to control the action but Ortega is working from the bottom.
Ortega is trying to control but can't.
Ortega is pressing down on Magomedov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Magomedov definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Magomedov slips nicely into half guard.
Ortega trying to control here.
Ortega moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Ortega looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Magomedov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T3#
Ortega wants to sweep but no luck.
Magomedov slips nicely into half guard.
Ortega wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Magomedov is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ortega sees it coming and defends easily.
Ortega tries to get to full guard but Magomedov has control of the leg.
Magomedov is trying to control the action in half guard but Ortega is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Magomedov is really struggling to control Ortega but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Ortega tries to roll over but Magomedov keeps him under control.#T4#
Ortega manages to get to full guard.
Ortega is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Magomedov (2) vs (4) Ortega
Magomedov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ortega is keen to just control but Magomedov is a slippery customer.
Ortega is thwarting Magomedov's attempts to control the position.#T5#
Magomedov works his way to full guard. Good work.
Magomedov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Ortega wants to control from the top but Magomedov keeps moving.
Magomedov working a defensive guard here.
Ortega looking to sit in guard and control but Magomedov gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Magomedov (4) vs (4) Ortega
Magomedov stands and throws Ortega's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Magomedov (7) vs (4) Ortega#T6#
Ortega tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Magomedov trying to control the action but Ortega is working from the bottom.
Ortega is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Ortega's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Magomedov trying to control the position but Ortega is working away. #T7#
Ortega is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
A lull in the action here as Magomedov stalls from top position.#SUB#
Magomedov working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Magomedov tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Magomedov wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ortega, who protects the arm well. #T8#
Magomedov trying to control the position but Ortega is working away.
Ortega tries to bench press Magomedov off him but Magomedov keeps the position.
Ortega keeps trying to improve his position.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Magomedov is looking to take a break and control but Ortega is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T9#
Magomedov in side control, just content to control the action for now. #SUB#
Magomedov swings around for an armbar but Ortega sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Magomedov's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Magomedov (7) vs (6) Ortega
Ortega trying to control but Magomedov is working from the bottom.
Magomedov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T10#
Ortega trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Magomedov controls Ortega momentarily but Ortega frees himself. #SUB2#
Ortega thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Magomedov is looking for a triangle but Ortega pushes his legs off easily.
Magomedov is adopting a defensive guard.#SUB#
Magomedov pushes a forearm under Ortega's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Ortega is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Khalid Magomedov!
A victorious Khalid Magomedov 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:
CWC 289 - Sydney
Date: Jan 02, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 15 losses; Billy Conforto! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 8 losses; Brian Ortega!
The judges for this bout are Topper Green, Francis DeMontford and Ron Honeybunn.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Ortega moves into the clinch.
Conforto has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Ortega is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#TD#
Conforto has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Ortega regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Conforto (2) vs (0) Ortega
Conforto trying to control the position from guard on top but Ortega is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Ortega working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Conforto doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Conforto manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Ortega controlling Conforto's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Conforto got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ortega has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Conforto has managed to get both his arms back between Ortega's legs - danger averted.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB2#
Ortega working for a triangle but Conforto defends it easily.
Conforto has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Conforto trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Conforto advances to half guard. #SUB#
Conforto is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Ortega is defending against the submission attempts here by Conforto.
Conforto keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T2#
Ortega regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Ortega is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Conforto defends well.
Conforto trying to control but Ortega is working from the bottom.
Ortega 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.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Conforto trying to control the position from guard on top but Ortega is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Ortega trying to keep a closed guard but Conforto is proving a slippery customer.
Ortega is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Conforto (2) vs (2) Ortega
Conforto wants to improve his position but Ortega is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Ortega wants to work for an arm triangle but Conforto is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Ortega seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Conforto does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Conforto regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Ortega got a little sloppy there for a moment and Conforto has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ortega has managed to get both his arms back between Conforto's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Conforto working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ortega doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ortega manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T4#
Ortega trying to control but Conforto is working from the bottom.
Conforto bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ortega's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Conforto (4) vs (2) Ortega
Ortega keeping moving, preventing Conforto from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Conforto drops back looking for a leg! Ortega is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Ortega manages to kick Conforto off! Conforto jumps back into Ortega's guard.
Ortega can't keep his opponent in guard - Conforto advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T5##SUB2#
Ortega looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ortega is not content to let Conforto control the position.
Conforto is pressing down on Ortega's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ortega is holding on for now. #SUB#
Conforto is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ortega is just riding it out for now. Conforto eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Ortega is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Conforto pulls his head out easily. #T6##SUB#
Conforto is working for a kimura but Ortega is defending it quite comfortably.
Conforto moves into full mount! Ortega won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Conforto (7) vs (2) Ortega#SUB#
Conforto is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Ortega has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Ortega! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Conforto (7) vs (4) Ortega
Ortega pushes down on Conforto's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Conforto is staying active underneath Ortega, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T7#
Conforto is looking to improve his position.
Conforto has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ortega is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Ortega is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Conforto has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Conforto looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Ortega is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Conforto is just riding it out for now. Ortega eventually gives up the hold.
Conforto trying to control from the bottom.
#T8#
Conforto is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Ortega is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Conforto is just riding it out for now. Ortega eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Ortega is working for a submission of some sort.
Ortega prevents Conforto from improving his position.#T9#
Conforto moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Conforto tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Conforto is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Conforto has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ortega can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ortega passes Conforto's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Ortega is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Conforto is just riding it out for now. Ortega eventually gives up the hold. #T10#
Conforto tries to roll over but Ortega keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Ortega is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Ortega is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Conforto doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Ortega.
Ortega is looking to take a break and control but Conforto is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T11#
Conforto trying to control but Ortega postures up.
Ortega moves into full mount! Conforto won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Conforto (7) vs (7) Ortega
Ortega controlling his opponent. #SUB2#
Ortega working for a guillotine from mount but Conforto is in no mood to give up.
Conforto bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Conforto (9) vs (7) Ortega#T12#
Conforto seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Ortega not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ortega keeping moving, preventing Conforto from controlling successfully.
Conforto sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ortega's guard.
Ortega is looking for a sweep. Conforto is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Conforto wants to take a breather but Ortega is having none of it.
The fighters are battling for position here. Ortega manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Ortega working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Conforto doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Conforto manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T13#
Ortega wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Conforto thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Ortega working for a triangle but Conforto defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Ortega working for a triangle but Conforto defends it easily.
#T14#
Conforto trying to control but Ortega is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Ortega looking for a triangle here. Conforto is fighting it but it looks tight! Ortega pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Conforto is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Brian Ortega!
Brian Ortega decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 288 - Montreal
Date: Dec 26, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 7 losses; Brian Ortega! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 10 losses; Koryu Miyagi!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Elvis Blanc and Robert Douchet.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Miyagi shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ortega as he avoids it easily. #CL2#
Miyagi pushes Ortega up against the cage in a clinch.
Miyagi tries for a takedown but Ortega manages to get underhooks.
Ortega is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Ortega has Miyagi pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Miyagi manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Miyagi tries to score a body lock takedown but Ortega shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Brian Ortega has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Koryu Miyagi.
Ortega goes for a takedown attempt but Miyagi pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Ortega gets tackled into the cage by Miyagi. Miyagi maintains the clinch.
Ortega has Miyagi pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Miyagi manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing. #TD2#
Miyagi has clasped his hands together around Ortega's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ortega (0) vs (4) Miyagi
Ortega is trying to control Miyagi's posture but Miyagi avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A bit of a lull in the action here.
Miyagi gets to mount! Ortega was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ortega (0) vs (6) Miyagi
Ortega is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T1#
Ortega is desperately trying to improve his position but Miyagi has a good base and remains in mount.
Ortega tries to lock up and control but Miyagi gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Ortega 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.
Miyagi not doing much here.
Ortega is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#SUB#
Ortega is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Miyagi pulls his head out easily.
Miyagi keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T2#
Ortega tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Miyagi has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (0) vs (9) Miyagi
Ortega is trying desperately to improve position.
Ortega tries to control the position but Miyagi now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Ortega (0) vs (12) Miyagi
Ortega trying to control but not successfully.
Miyagi really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Ortega.
Ortega trying to control the hands but Miyagi won't let him. #T3#
Miyagi controlling from the back.
Let's hope that Miyagi has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Miyagi keeps control of the position as Ortega tries to break free.
#T4#
Miyagi has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Ortega's body.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ortega can't escape the position.
Miyagi biding his time, controlling Ortega.
Ortega prevents Miyagi from getting a body triangle.
Ortega tries to escape the position.
#T5#
Ortega trying to control the hands but Miyagi won't let him.
I would not like to be Ortega right now.
Ortega trying to control the position but Miyagi manages to sink in the hooks.
Miyagi wants to control but Ortega is keeping busy.
Ortega is really stuck here.
Miyagi is riding his opponent, not letting Ortega buck him off.
Ortega staying busy and making it hard for Miyagi to control.
Ortega rolls, trying to escape but Miyagi keeps control of the position.
#T6#
Miyagi controlling from the back.
You can see the frustration on Ortega's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Ortega is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Miyagi.
Miyagi controlling well, preventing Ortega from escaping the position.
Miyagi is looking to control Ortega but Ortega is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Miyagi biding his time, controlling Ortega. #T7#
Miyagi has the hooks in. Ortega is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Ortega is working hard here to advance position.
A lull in the action here.
Miyagi controlling from the back.
Ortega trying to control the position but Miyagi manages to sink in the hooks.
Ortega tries to roll but Miyagi sticks to his back.
Ortega breaks Miyagi's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (2) vs (12) Miyagi#T8#
Miyagi managing to control the position.
Miyagi trying to control the position.
Ortega trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Miyagi keeping moving, preventing Ortega from controlling successfully.
Ortega is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Miyagi is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T9#
Ortega wants to pass the guard but Miyagi is keeping the position.
Miyagi is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Ortega is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Miyagi controlling Ortega's posture.
Miyagi not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Miyagi 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.#T10#
Miyagi seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB#
Ortega has gone for a leg lock! Miyagi slips out almost immediately though and dives into Ortega's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (2) vs (14) Miyagi
Miyagi advances to half guard.
Ortega wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Ortega is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Miyagi pulls his head out easily.
Miyagi performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T11#
Ortega wants to improve his position but Miyagi is controlling well.
Miyagi is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Ortega actively working from the bottom here.
Miyagi frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (2) vs (17) Miyagi
Miyagi tries to control but Ortega wriggling away. #T12#
Ortega is desperately trying to improve his position but Miyagi has a good base and remains in mount.
Ortega is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Miyagi is looking to work his way around to Ortega's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Ortega working to try and regain half guard.
Miyagi controlling the pace for now.
Ortega keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T13#
Miyagi fails to move to back control.
Ortega tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Miyagi with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Miyagi wants to control the pace but Ortega is squirming around nicely.
Ortega really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Miyagi controlling his opponent. #T14#
Miyagi avoids the attempt from Ortega to control.
Ortega regains half guard.
Miyagi wants to pass to mount but Ortega is defending the position.
Ortega is in trouble now - Miyagi has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (2) vs (20) Miyagi
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Miyagi sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Ortega tries to improve his position but instead Miyagi has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ortega (2) vs (23) Miyagi
And that's the end of the fight!
Miyagi wins on points by 23 to 2.
Koryu Miyagi seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CWC 287
Date: Dec 19, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 9 losses; Yuri Boshtok! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 6 losses; Brian Ortega!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Daniel Cesar and Alexandre Firmino.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
No luck for Boshtok with that takedown attempt.
Boshtok shoots in but Ortega avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Boshtok fails with the takedown.
Ortega with the counter takedown but Boshtok avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Yuri Boshtok. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
Ortega closes the distance and pushes Boshtok back into the cage.
Ortega stops a takedown attempt from Boshtok.
Ortega tries to score a body lock takedown but Boshtok shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Ortega gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Boshtok (0) vs (2) Ortega
Boshtok looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortega trying to control but Boshtok is working from the bottom.
Ortega pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boshtok is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Ortega is still trying to improve position.
Ortega is stalling in the full guard.
Ortega pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Boshtok is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ortega trying to control the position from guard on top but Boshtok is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ortega sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
Boshtok keeping moving, preventing Ortega from controlling successfully.
Ortega sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Boshtok keeping full guard, as Ortega tries to pass. #SUB2#
Ortega drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Boshtok dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boshtok (2) vs (2) Ortega
Boshtok controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T3#
Boshtok trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Ortega is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Boshtok sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Ortega is pulling down on Boshtok's head. It's preventing any offense from Boshtok, at least for the moment.
Ortega is trying to control the position but Boshtok postures up.
Boshtok trying to control but Ortega is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Ortega has his foot on Boshtok's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Boshtok works his way back into a safe position though.#T4#
Ortega trying to control the position here.
Boshtok controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Ortega is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Boshtok is aware though and is defending well.
Boshtok's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Boshtok sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ortega's guard.
Boshtok looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Ortega wants to control but Boshtok is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Ortega actively working from the bottom here.#T5##SUB2#
Ortega is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Boshtok pulls his head out easily.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Boshtok in particular looking to stall.
Boshtok works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Boshtok (5) vs (2) Ortega
Boshtok trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Boshtok controlling his opponent.
Ortega can't escape the position.
#T6#
Boshtok fails to move to back control.
Boshtok controlling his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Boshtok seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Ortega is holding on tight.
Ortega really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Boshtok sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Ortega is in all sorts of trouble here.
Ortega tries to lock up and control but Boshtok gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Ortega might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Boshtok haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Ortega is trying to escape the mount but Boshtok keeps good control and instead manages to take Ortega's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Boshtok (8) vs (2) Ortega
Boshtok controlling from the back.#T7#
Ortega staying busy and making it hard for Boshtok to control.
Ortega trying to control the position but Boshtok manages to sink in the hooks.
Ortega looking very determined here, making life difficult for Boshtok.
Boshtok is hanging on to Ortega's back as he tries to escape.
Ortega looking very determined here, making life difficult for Boshtok.
Good control from Boshtok.
Ortega staying busy and making it hard for Boshtok to control. #T8#
Ortega is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ortega trying to control the hands but Boshtok breaks the grip.
Good control from Boshtok.
Ortega trying to control the hands but Boshtok breaks the grip.
What can Ortega do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Ortega prevents Boshtok from getting a body triangle.
Ortega turns into Boshtok and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boshtok (8) vs (4) Ortega
Ortega trying to control but Boshtok is working from the bottom.
Ortega slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Boshtok (8) vs (7) Ortega#T9##SUB2#
Ortega tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Ortega is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Boshtok knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Ortega thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T10#
Boshtok sneaks back into half guard.#SUB2#
Ortega is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Boshtok as he works his way to full guard.
Boshtok keeping full guard, as Ortega tries to pass.
Ortega controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T11#
Ortega looking to pass the guard.
Ortega is stalling in the full guard.
Ortega looking to sit in guard and control but Boshtok gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boshtok (10) vs (7) Ortega
Boshtok engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Ortega 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.#T12#
Ortega lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boshtok (10) vs (9) Ortega
Ortega trying to control the position from guard on top but Boshtok is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ortega looking to sit in guard and control but Boshtok gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Boshtok (12) vs (9) Ortega
Boshtok pushing down on Ortega's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Ortega regains full guard. Nicely done.
Boshtok is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Boshtok won't allow Ortega to sweep him here.
Boshtok wants to control from the top but Ortega keeps moving. #SUB2#
Ortega working for a triangle but Boshtok defends it easily.
#T13##SUB2#
Ortega is looking for a triangle but Boshtok pushes his legs off easily.
Boshtok passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Boshtok (15) vs (9) Ortega
Boshtok controls the position from side control.
Ortega is not content to let Boshtok control the position.
Boshtok is really struggling to control Ortega but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T14#
You can see the frustration on Ortega's face as Boshtok controls the position.
Boshtok is looking to take a break and control but Ortega is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ortega wants to control but Boshtok postures up.
Boshtok wants to control but Ortega is keeping him busy.
Ortega seems a little lost for a moment, as Boshtok dominates the positioning.
Ortega tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ortega is trying to control Boshtok's posture but Boshtok avoids it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Boshtok controlling the position.
Ortega is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Boshtok off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Boshtok (15) vs (13) Ortega
And that's the end of the fight!
Boshtok takes the fight on points by 15 to 13.
Yuri Boshtok seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CWC 284 LV
Date: Nov 28, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 17 losses; Morrison Lee! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 5 losses; Brian Ortega!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Frank Dennis and Daniel Franklin.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Lee dives in for a single leg takedown but Ortega sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#TD#
Lee has picked Ortega up - he's going for a ride! Lee dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lee (2) vs (0) Ortega#SUB2#
Ortega is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lee pulls his head out easily.
Ortega wants to improve his position but Lee is controlling well.
Ortega trying to hold on to Lee's head to control him but Lee postures up.
Lee wants to pass the guard but Ortega is defending well.
Lee controlling the action here.
Lee has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Ortega is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Lee has latched onto it... Big trouble! Lee pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Ortega is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Lee!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Morrison Lee!
A very excited looking Morrison Lee made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
CWC - 283
Date: Nov 21, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; Brian Ortega! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 14 losses; Joshua Brown!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Mauricio Rocha and Felipe Paraventi.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Ortega gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD2#
Brown pulls guard effortlessly.
Brown manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ortega manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (0) vs (2) Brown#SUB#
Ortega working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Brown doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Brown manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Ortega looking to hit a scissor sweep but Brown is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Ortega throws his legs up looking for a submission but Brown uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (0) vs (5) Brown
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brown is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Ortega will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T1#
A bit of a lull in the action here.
Ortega continues to stall.
Ortega manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (2) vs (5) Brown
Brown wants to control but Ortega is keeping busy.
Ortega is trying to control. Brown wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ortega is looking to advance position but Brown won't allow it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Brown is pressing down on Ortega's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T2#
Ortega trying to control but Brown is working from the bottom.
Ortega is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Brown is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Brown wants to sweep here but Ortega controlling him for the moment.
Ortega tries to free his leg and advance position but Brown is retaining full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Brown wants to sweep here but Ortega controlling him for the moment.
Brown is still trying to improve position.#T3#
Ortega tries to free his leg and advance position but Brown is retaining full guard.
Ortega being controlled here momentarily.
Brown looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ortega is one step ahead there.
Ortega wants to pass the guard but Brown is keeping the position.
Ortega trying to control the position from guard on top but Brown is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Ortega passes into half guard.
Brown felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Ortega looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
Ortega looking for a submission but Brown manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
Ortega is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Ortega is fighting to break Brown's control of his arms but Brown is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T5#
Brown working a defensive guard here.
Ortega wants to control from the top but Brown keeps moving.
Ortega stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Brown swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Brown is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Brown is pulling down on Ortega's head to control his posture. #T6#
Ortega stands and throws Brown's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (5) vs (5) Brown
Ortega trying to control the action but Brown is working from the bottom.
Brown tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ortega wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Ortega looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Ortega trying to control the position but Brown is working away. #SUB#
Ortega is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Brown has escaped the position, nice work there. #T7#
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.#SUB#
Ortega wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Brown, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Ortega is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Brown is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Ortega is looking to take a break and control but Brown is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T8##SUB#
Ortega swings around for an armbar but Brown sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Ortega's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (5) vs (7) Brown
Ortega looking to control.
#SUB#
Ortega throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Ortega looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Ortega throws his legs up looking for a submission but Brown uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (5) vs (10) Brown
Ortega tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Brown wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T9#
Ortega is working hard here to advance position.
Ortega manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (7) vs (10) Brown
Brown is trying to get back to full guard.
Ortega stalling away here and it's allowed Brown to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Brown looking for a sweep. Not yet Brown, not yet.
Brown controlling Ortega's posture.
Ortega stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Brown swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T10#
Ortega content to stall in guard here.
Ortega tries to free his leg and advance position but Brown is retaining full guard.
Ortega wants to control from the top but Brown keeps moving. #SUB#
Ortega is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Brown is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Brown has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (7) vs (12) Brown#SUB#
Ortega has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Brown can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T11#
Ortega tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Brown not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Brown stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ortega swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ortega wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB#
Ortega is looking for a triangle here but Brown uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (7) vs (15) Brown
Ortega manages to get back to half guard.#T12##SUB#
Ortega looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Ortega looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Brown controlling the pace.
Ortega is looking to improve his position.
#T13#
Ortega wants to get back to full guard but Brown has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (7) vs (18) Brown
Brown avoids the attempt from Ortega to control.
Ortega is in all sorts of trouble here.
Ortega tries to hold on but Brown pushes him away.
Ortega can't escape the position.
Brown controlling the position easily from mount.
Ortega tries to hold on but Brown postures up.#T14#
Brown prevents Ortega from getting the reversal.
Brown wants to take Ortega's back here but Ortega is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Ortega really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Brown trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ortega tries to lock up and control but Brown gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ortega is squirming around, avoiding Brown's attempts to control the action.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brown wins on points by 18 to 7.
Joshua Brown seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CWC 280
Date: Nov 01, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 12 losses; Bart Cubbedge ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Brian Ortega!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Mauricio Rocha and Paulo Santos.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Cubbedge rushes Ortega and presses him up against the cage.#TD#
Cubbedge turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Cubbedge (4) vs (0) Ortega
Ortega is looking for a sweep.
Ortega is being controlled here.
Ortega is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Cubbedge off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Cubbedge (4) vs (4) Ortega
Cubbedge trying to control the action but Ortega just sinks the hooks in.
Cubbedge prevents Ortega from getting a body triangle.#SUB2#
Ortega working for a choke but Cubbedge is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Ortega looking for the choke from the back. #T1##SUB2#
Ortega is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Cubbedge wants to escape the position.
A lull in the action here.
#SUB2#
Ortega working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #SUB2#
Cubbedge defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Ortega's arms. #SUB2#
Ortega looking for the choke from the back.
Cubbedge 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.#T2#
Cubbedge is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Cubbedge wants to control his opponent's hands but Ortega gets his hands free. #SUB2#
Cubbedge fending off the submission attempt from Ortega. #SUB2#
Ortega has got his arm under Cubbedge 's chin working for the choke… has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! Cubbedge has spun round into Ortega's guard beautifully! Well done that man!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cubbedge (6) vs (4) Ortega
Cubbedge wants to control from the top but Ortega keeps moving. #SUB2#
Ortega working for a triangle but Cubbedge defends it easily.
#T3##SUB2#
Ortega is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Cubbedge is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Ortega pushes a forearm under Cubbedge 's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Cubbedge is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:44 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Brian Ortega!
Brian Ortega decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 276
Date: Oct 17, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 17 losses; Morrison Lee! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 3 losses; Brian Ortega!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, Dean Styles and Columbo Gatti.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Ortega has a takedown stuffed.
Ortega shoots in for a takedown but Lee shows good takedown defense.
Morrison Lee seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Lee shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lee (2) vs (0) Ortega
Ortega trying to hold on to Lee's head to control him but Lee postures up.
Lee performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Ortega is staying active underneath Lee, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Ortega looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Lee is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Ortega! Score +3 for passing guard: Lee (5) vs (0) Ortega#T1#
Ortega tries to hold on but Lee pushes him away.
Ortega is looking to improve his position but Lee isn't that keen on the idea.
Ortega has given up his back. Will we see Lee going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Lee (8) vs (0) Ortega#SUB#
Lee is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Ortega wants to escape the position.
#T2#
Lee gets his hands free as Ortega looks to control. #SUB#
Ortega preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Lee.
Ortega is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ortega trying to control the position but Lee manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB#
Lee is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Ortega is defending well though. Lee let's go of the attempt for now.
Ortega is really stuck here.
Ortega is still trying to improve position.#T3#
Lee avoiding Ortega 's attempts to control his hands.
Ortega rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Ortega is trying to control but can't.
Ortega is looking for a sweep. Lee is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Lee is trying to work for a kimura but Ortega is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lee keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Ortega is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Ortega is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lee pulls his head out easily. #T4#
Lee controlling the pace.
Lee wants to take a breather but Ortega is having none of it. #SUB2#
Lee moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Ortega. Score +3 for passing guard: Lee (11) vs (0) Ortega
Ortega tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lee wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
You can see the frustration on Ortega's face as Lee controls the position.
Ortega tries to buck Lee off but Lee is having none of it.
Ortega wants to control but Lee postures up.
Lee trying to control the position but Ortega is working away. #T5#
You can see the frustration on Ortega's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Lee wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ortega, who protects the arm well.
Ortega manages to work his way to half guard, despite Lee's best efforts.
Ortega is looking to improve his position.
Lee trying to control the action but Ortega is working from the bottom.
Ortega is trying to maintain the position but Lee is very close to passing his half guard.
Ortega wants to improve his position but Lee is controlling well.
#T6#
Ortega has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lee is working away from the top position though.
Ortega is not content to let Lee control the position.#SUB2#
Ortega actively working from the bottom here.
Ortega wants to improve his position but Lee is controlling well.
Lee is trying to control. Ortega wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ortega is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lee is looking to take a break and control but Ortega is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T7#
Lee is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Lee controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Lee advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Lee (14) vs (0) Ortega
Ortega tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad. Score +2 for reaching mount: Lee (16) vs (0) Ortega#T8#
Lee wants to control the pace but Ortega is squirming around nicely.
Lee takes Ortega's back. Score +3 for taking back: Lee (19) vs (0) Ortega
Lee is trying to stick to Ortega's back but Ortega is turning into Lee. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Lee's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Ortega. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lee (19) vs (2) Ortega
Ortega trying to control the position from guard on top but Lee is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ortega is pushing down on Lee's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lee is fighting to maintain full guard but Ortega has managed to sneak the leg through.
Lee is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ortega tries to pass the half guard into mount. Lee knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The fighters are battling for position here. Lee manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T9##SUB#
Lee working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ortega doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ortega manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lee looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ortega is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Ortega is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Lee is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Lee has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lee (21) vs (2) Ortega
Lee trying to control but Ortega is working from the bottom. #T10#
Ortega not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lee advances to half guard.
Ortega wants to get back to full guard but Lee has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Lee (24) vs (2) Ortega
Ortega is squirming around, avoiding Lee's attempts to control the action.
Lee is really struggling to control Ortega but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T11#
Ortega tries to hold on but Lee postures up.#SUB#
Lee jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Ortega is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Ortega and Lee has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Lee is staying tight to Ortega's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Lee tries to move into full mount but can't pass Ortega's legs.
You can see the frustration on Ortega's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T12##SUB#
Lee tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Lee has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Lee trying to control the position but Ortega is working away.
Ortega is looking to regain half guard here but Lee keeps moving and retains side control.
Lee tries to move into full mount but can't pass Ortega's legs. #T13#
Ortega wants to control but Lee postures up.
Ortega is not content to let Lee control the position.
Ortega gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Lee is looking to advance position but Ortega won't allow it.
Ortega trying to hold on to Lee's head to control him but Lee postures up.
#SUB2#
Ortega looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T14#
Lee is looking to advance position but Ortega won't allow it.
Lee is thwarting Ortega's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Ortega looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lee is controlling the pace.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Lee takes the fight on points by 24 to 2.
A very excited looking Morrison Lee made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
CWC 270
Date: Sep 26, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Brian Ortega! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 16 losses; Morrison Lee!
The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, John Roberts and Jonathan Paton.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Lee fails with the takedown.
Ortega shoots in looking for a takedown but Lee manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Ortega's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD2#
Ortega gets caught napping as Lee dives in and scores a takedown. Ortega manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ortega (0) vs (2) Lee
Lee tries to free his leg and advance position but Ortega is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Ortega has his foot on Lee's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lee works his way back into a safe position though.
Lee passes Ortega's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Ortega is concentrating on defense, preventing Lee from advancing position.
Ortega is looking for a sweep. Lee is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Lee is pressing down on Ortega's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ortega is holding on for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortega wants to control but Lee is keeping busy.
Ortega slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T1##SUB#
Lee is posturing up here but Ortega has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Lee tries to roll out but it's too tight and Lee has to tap! Slick submission there by Ortega!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Brian Ortega!
A relieved looking Brian Ortega 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:
TWGC 35 (145lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Sep 12, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 1 losses; Toshi Hijikata! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Brian Ortega!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Stewart Dunkirk and Alan Glass.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Hijikata closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Ortega did well to prevent Hijikata getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hijikata (2) vs (0) Ortega#SUB2#
Ortega actively working from the bottom here.
Ortega is trying to control but can't.
Hijikata prevents Ortega from improving his position.
Hijikata is controlling the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Ortega actively working from the bottom here.#T1#
Still in half guard, Hijikata seems content to control.
Ortega trying to hold on to Hijikata's head to control him but Hijikata postures up.
Hijikata prevents Ortega from improving his position.
Hijikata is thwarting Ortega's attempts to control the position.
Ortega has a hand on Hijikata's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Hijikata takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Hijikata (5) vs (0) Ortega
Hijikata takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T2#
Hijikata has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Ortega tries to hold on but Hijikata postures up.
We've been hearing good reports from Hijikata'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.
Ortega tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hijikata avoids the attempt from Ortega to control.
Ortega keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hijikata looking to control and managing it successfully. #T3#
Hijikata wants to take Ortega's back but he can't do it this time.
Ortega can't escape the position.
Hijikata avoids the attempt from Ortega to control.
Hijikata controlling from mount.
Ortega is looking to improve his position but Hijikata isn't that keen on the idea.
Hijikata fails to take his opponent's back. #T4#
Ortega is wriggling around trying to escape.
Ortega tries to hold on but Hijikata pushes him away.
Ortega tries to control Hijikata's body but Hijikata pushes him off. Ortega squirms to his side and now Hijikata has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hijikata (8) vs (0) Ortega
Hijikata biding his time, controlling Ortega.
Ortega tries to escape but Hijikata has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T5#
Ortega is still trying to improve position.
Hijikata biding his time, controlling Ortega.
Hijikata seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Ortega for as long as he can get away with.
Ortega tries to roll but Hijikata sticks to his back.
#T6#
Hijikata avoiding Ortega 's attempts to control his hands.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hijikata is hanging on to Ortega's back as he tries to escape.
Ortega is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hijikata biding his time, controlling Ortega.
Ortega rolls, trying to escape but Hijikata keeps control of the position.
Hijikata is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Hijikata not allowing Ortega to control his hands. #T7#
Ortega tries to escape but Hijikata has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Hijikata is not going to allow Ortega to sit and survive in this position.
Hijikata has good solid back control here.
Ortega can't escape the position.
#T8#
Ortega keeps trying to improve his position.
Hijikata controlling from the back.#T9#
Hijikata has the hooks in. Ortega is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Hijikata doesn't have the hooks in and Ortega manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hijikata (8) vs (2) Ortega
Hijikata looking for a sweep. Not yet Hijikata, not yet.
Ortega is stalling in the full guard.
Hijikata keeping moving, preventing Ortega from controlling successfully.
Hijikata is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T10##SUB2#
Ortega drops back, looking for a kneebar! Hijikata looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Hijikata looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Hijikata! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hijikata (12) vs (2) Ortega
Hijikata wants to control but Ortega is keeping him busy.
Ortega wants to control but Hijikata postures up.
Ortega is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ortega is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Hijikata's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T11#
Ortega trying to control from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ortega is trying to get back to full guard.
Hijikata is taking a breather. Ortega says something to him but it's hard to make out. Perhaps he's telling him to get on with it and actually do something.
Ortega slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Hijikata got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ortega has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Hijikata has managed to get both his arms back between Ortega's legs - danger averted.
Ortega looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hijikata is one step ahead there. #T12##SUB2#
Ortega looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Hijikata passes into half guard.
Hijikata passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hijikata (15) vs (2) Ortega
Ortega is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hijikata tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Ortega is working to get back to half guard.
#T13#
Hijikata controlling his opponent.
Ortega is working to get back to half guard.
#T14#
Hijikata trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ortega tries to reverse the position but Hijikata maintains control.
Hijikata wants to take Ortega's back but he can't do it this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hijikata tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Ortega working to try and regain half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hijikata takes the fight on points by 15 to 2.
Toshi Hijikata took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
TWGC 35 (145lbs, D1): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Sep 11, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the featherweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Brian Ortega! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 13 losses; Takeya Aoki!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Tiny Johnson and Cecil Peabody.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Ortega has managed to clinch.
Ortega prevents a takedown attempt there.
#TD#
Ortega gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Aoki regains guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ortega (2) vs (0) Aoki#SUB#
Ortega drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Aoki dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (2) vs (2) Aoki#SUB#
Ortega is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ortega bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Aoki's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (4) vs (2) Aoki
Aoki pulls Ortega in to control the position.
Aoki keeping moving, preventing Ortega from controlling successfully.
Ortega will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortega is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Aoki is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Aoki is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T1#
Ortega stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Aoki swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ortega works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Ortega prevents Aoki from improving his position.#SUB#
Ortega is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Aoki is just riding it out for now. Ortega eventually gives up the hold.
Aoki desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T2#
Aoki is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ortega's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ortega's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ortega (4) vs (6) Aoki
My spies in HELLCADEMY inform me that Aoki has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Ortega rolls, trying to escape but Aoki keeps control of the position.
Aoki has good solid back control here.
Aoki is not going to allow Ortega to sit and survive in this position.
Aoki keeps control of the position easily here as Ortega tries to buck him off.
#T3#
Aoki has the hooks in. Ortega is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Aoki avoiding Ortega 's attempts to control his hands.
Aoki biding his time, looking for the opening.
Ortega tries to roll but Aoki sticks to his back.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ortega holding both Aoki 's hands and preventing any damage.
Ortega breaks Aoki's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (6) vs (6) Aoki#T4#
Ortega looking to pass the guard.
Ortega trying to control but Aoki is working from the bottom.
Ortega stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Aoki swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ortega preventing the sweep.
Aoki is controlling Ortega's posture.
Ortega wants to control from the top but Aoki keeps moving. #T5#
Ortega tries to free his leg and advance position but Aoki is retaining full guard.
Ortega trying to control the position from guard on top but Aoki is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Aoki holds on and takes a little breather.
Ortega tries to free his leg and advance position but Aoki is retaining full guard.
Ortega not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ortega pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Aoki is keeping the position for now. #T6#
Ortega controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Ortega trying to control but Aoki is working from the bottom.
Ortega looking to sit in guard and control but Aoki gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (6) vs (8) Aoki
Aoki's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB#
Ortega is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Ortega has his feet on Aoki's thighs here. He's pushed Aoki off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Aoki screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Brian Ortega!
Brian Ortega seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
The defeated Takeya Aoki had this to say: 'I must return to the Troid gym in London, to train more.'. |
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Event:
CACC 232
Date: Jul 25, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 8 losses; Joe Gatsby! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Brian Ortega!
The judges for this bout are David Schapiro, Russell Pearce and Alyssa Summers.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Gatsby closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Ortega works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gatsby (0) vs (2) Ortega
Ortega forces his way into half guard.
Gatsby is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#SUB2#
Ortega is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gatsby sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Ortega is working for a kimura but Gatsby is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Ortega is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gatsby sees it coming and defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gatsby tries to roll over but Ortega keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Ortega is looking for a kimura here.
#T1##SUB#
Gatsby looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Ortega is working for a kimura but Gatsby is defending it quite comfortably.
Gatsby is refusing to be controlled, as Ortega sits in half guard.
Gatsby wants to control but Ortega is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ortega trying to control the action but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Ortega sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Ortega moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (0) vs (5) Ortega
Ortega is looking to take a break and control but Gatsby is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ortega advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Gatsby (0) vs (7) Ortega
Ortega can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Gatsby is looking to escape.
Gatsby wants to hold on but Ortega pushes him away.#T3#
Ortega looking to control but Gatsby is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Ortega working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Gatsby slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Ortega is looking for a kimura here.
Ortega wants to free his trapped foot but Gatsby is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Gatsby slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Gatsby looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Ortega passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (0) vs (10) Ortega
Ortega trying to control the position but Gatsby is working away. #T4#
Gatsby manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ortega's best efforts.
Ortega with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Ortega is looking for a kimura here.
Ortega wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gatsby keeps working. #T5#
Gatsby wants to improve his position but Ortega is controlling well.
Ortega seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Gatsby does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Ortega wants to pass the guard but Gatsby is defending well.
Ortega trying to control the action but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Gatsby trying to control but Ortega postures up.
Ortega is keen to just control but Gatsby is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Ortega seems to be looking for submissions.
#T6#
Ortega is keen to just control but Gatsby is a slippery customer.
Gatsby trying to hold on to Ortega's head to control him but Ortega postures up.
Ortega trying to control the action but Gatsby is working from the bottom.
Gatsby gets back to full guard.
Gatsby manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ortega manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gatsby (2) vs (10) Ortega
Ortega trying to keep a closed guard but Gatsby is proving a slippery customer.
Gatsby looking to pass the guard. #T7#
Gatsby stays in close to Ortega's body and controls the position.
Ortega controls Gatsby momentarily but Gatsby frees himself.
Ortega keeping moving, preventing Gatsby from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Ortega is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gatsby is aware though and is defending well.
Ortega trying to keep a closed guard but Gatsby is proving a slippery customer.
Gatsby slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Gatsby (5) vs (10) Ortega#T8#
Ortega regains half guard.
Ortega is staying active underneath Gatsby, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Ortega looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Gatsby is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Gatsby is working for a submission of some sort.
Ortega is looking for a sweep. Gatsby is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T9#
Ortega is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Gatsby's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Gatsby's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Gatsby (5) vs (14) Ortega
You can see the frustration on Gatsby's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Ortega controlling the position well here. Gatsby rolled but Ortega kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Gatsby trying to control but not successfully. #SUB2#
Ortega has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Ortega avoiding Gatsby 's attempts to control his hands.
Ortega controlling the position well here. Gatsby rolled but Ortega kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T10##SUB2#
Ortega has managed to slip his arm under Gatsby's chin. This could be all over... yep, Gatsby is tapping out! Submission win for Ortega.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Brian Ortega!
Brian Ortega seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
CWC 226
Date: Jul 11, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Reima Poika! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Brian Ortega!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, George Francis and Frank Dennis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Poika goes for a double leg but Ortega avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ortega continues to drive forward.#TD#
Poika has Ortega pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Poika pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Ortega tumbling to the mat - Poika dives into Ortega's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Poika (2) vs (0) Ortega
Ortega trying to keep a closed guard but Poika is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Ortega pushes a forearm under Poika's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Poika is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Brian Ortega!
Brian Ortega decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 222
Date: Jul 04, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 16 losses; Rolf Ottke! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Brian Ortega!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Robert Twigg and Daniel Franklin.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Ottke shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ortega but Ortega pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD#
Ottke scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ottke (2) vs (0) Ortega
Ottke sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Ortega is trying to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ottke is thwarting Ortega's attempts to control the position.
Ottke content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T1#
Ortega wants to get back to full guard but Ottke has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ottke (5) vs (0) Ortega
Ortega tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ortega manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Ortega works his way to full guard. Good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ortega looking to control.
Ottke not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ottke is pushing down on Ortega's leg trying to pass to half guard. Ortega is fighting to maintain full guard but Ottke has managed to sneak the leg through.
The fighters are battling for position here. Ortega manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T2#
Ottke looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Ortega looking for a guillotine here but Ottke defends easily.
#SUB2#
Ortega looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Ortega is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ottke is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ortega is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Our spies down at at Panda Sprawl n Brawl inform us that Ortega has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Ottke wants to pass the guard but Ortega is keeping the position.#T3#
Ottke is stalling in the full guard.
Ottke stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ortega swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ortega controls Ottke momentarily but Ottke frees himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Ortega keeping moving, preventing Ottke from controlling successfully.
Ottke tries to free his leg and advance position but Ortega is retaining full guard.
Ortega trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Ortega is looking for a triangle but Ottke pushes his legs off easily.
Ottke advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ottke (8) vs (0) Ortega
A lull in the action here as Ottke stalls from top position.
Ortega is trying to get back to half guard.#T5#
Ottke trying to control the position but Ortega is working away.
Ottke working away.
Ortega is trying to get back to half guard.
Ottke trying to control the position but Ortega is working away.
Ortega is looking for a sweep.
Ottke working away.
Ortega is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Ottke wants to pass to mount but Ortega is defending the position.
Ortega is staying active underneath Ottke, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T6#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Ortega is looking to improve his position.
Ortega moves into full guard.
Ortega 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.
Ottke's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Ottke won't allow Ortega to sweep him here. #T7##SUB2#
Ortega is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ottke advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ottke (11) vs (0) Ortega
Ottke controls the position.
Ortega struggling a bit here.
Ortega is looking for a sweep.
Ottke advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ottke (13) vs (0) Ortega#T8#
Ottke content just to control the position here. #SUB#
Ottke quickly switches position and commits to an armbar! It's a big risk for Ottke but it's paid off an Ortega is forced to tap! Nice work by Ottke.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:31 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Rolf Ottke!
Rolf Ottke 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:
CACC 215
Date: Jun 20, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 6 losses; Paddy Fagan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Brian Ortega!
The judges for this bout are Frank Dennis, Cecil Peabody and Chris Downing.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Fagan looking for a takedown.
Ortega is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#TD#
Fagan manages to pull guard.
#SUB#
Fagan working for a triangle but Ortega defends it easily.
Fagan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ortega trying to control but Fagan is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Fagan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ortega defends it easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortega stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Fagan swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ortega is stalling in the full guard. #T1#
Fagan keeping full guard, as Ortega tries to pass.
Fagan keeping moving, preventing Ortega from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Fagan has his foot on Ortega's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ortega works his way back into a safe position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ortega trying to control the position from guard on top but Fagan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ortega showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Ortega trying to control but Fagan is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Fagan is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ortega is aware though and is defending well.
Ortega won't allow Fagan to sweep him here.
Ortega pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Fagan is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Ortega pushing down on Fagan's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Fagan won't allow Ortega to pass to mount.
Fagan moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Ortega pushing down on Fagan's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Fagan looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Fagan is trying to get back to full guard.
Fagan wants to control but Ortega is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ortega trying to control the action but Fagan is working from the bottom.
Fagan is looking to control Ortega's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Fagan avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Fagan has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Ortega escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Ortega! Score +3 for passing guard: Fagan (0) vs (3) Ortega#T3##SUB2#
Ortega working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Ortega thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Ortega is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Fagan has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Ortega looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Fagan is looking for a sweep.#T4#
Fagan manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Fagan (2) vs (3) Ortega#SUB2#
Ortega has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Fagan. Oh but Ortega has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Fagan goes limp - he's gone! Ortega jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Brian Ortega!
After winning the bout, Brian Ortega thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
CACC 206: Turturro vs Ty
Date: Jun 13, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Brian Ortega! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 7 losses; Juu Dyon!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Don Winkell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Dyon doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD#
and Ortega counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ortega (2) vs (0) Dyon
Ortega trying to control the position from guard on top but Dyon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Dyon manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ortega manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (2) vs (2) Dyon#SUB#
Ortega working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dyon doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dyon manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Dyon got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ortega has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Dyon has managed to get both his arms back between Ortega's legs - danger averted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dyon works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Dyon is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ortega doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Dyon.
Ortega is refusing to be controlled, as Dyon sits in half guard. #T1#
Dyon controlling the pace. #SUB#
Ortega looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Dyon tries to pass to full mount but Ortega defends it.
Ortega is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dyon is keen to just control but Ortega is a slippery customer.
Dyon is controlling the pace.
#T2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
The fighters are battling for position here. Ortega manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Dyon sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ortega's guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Ortega wants to control but Dyon is keeping busy.
Dyon not doing much here.
Dyon trying to control the action but Ortega is working from the bottom. #T3#
Dyon wants to free his trapped foot but Ortega is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ortega works his way to full guard. Good work.
Ortega keeping moving, preventing Dyon from controlling successfully.
Dyon wants to pass the guard but Ortega is keeping the position.
Dyon trying to control but Ortega is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Ortega is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Dyon defends well.#SUB#
Ortega is looking for a triangle but Dyon pushes his legs off easily.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T4#
Ortega can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Dyon controls the pace.
Dyon wants to pass the guard but Ortega is keeping the position.
Dyon looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Ortega not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Dyon drops back, looking for a kneebar! Ortega looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Ortega looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Ortega! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ortega (6) vs (2) Dyon#SUB#
Ortega thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T5#
Dyon manages to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Ortega is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Dyon is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ortega's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ortega's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ortega (6) vs (6) Dyon#SUB2#
Dyon is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
I really don't envy Ortega right now.
Dyon trying to control momentarily.
#T6#
Dyon is hanging on to Ortega's back as he tries to escape.
Ortega is working hard here to advance position.
Will Dyon go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Ortega is really stuck here.
Ortega trying to control the position but Dyon manages to sink in the hooks.
Ortega is really stuck here.
Dyon trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#T7#
Dyon is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Ortega wants to escape the position.
#SUB2#
Dyon working for a choke but Ortega is defending well.
Ortega is in bad spot here.
#T8#
Ortega looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Dyon is hanging on to Ortega's back as he tries to escape.
Ortega trying to control the hands but Dyon won't let him. #SUB2#
Dyon is persistently looking for the submission but Ortega is defending it well.
#SUB2#
Dyon looking for the choke from the back.
Ortega rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#T9#
Ortega tries to get to full guard but Dyon has control of the leg.
Ortega trying to hold on to Dyon's head to control him but Dyon postures up.
#SUB2#
Dyon is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Ortega is refusing to be controlled, as Dyon sits in half guard.
Ortega is trying to get back to full guard.#T10#
Dyon wants to take a breather but Ortega is having none of it.
Ortega trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Dyon is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ortega is just riding it out for now. Dyon eventually gives up the hold.
Ortega tries to get to full guard but Dyon has control of the leg.
Dyon wants to control but Ortega is keeping him busy.
Dyon controlling the action here.
Dyon wants to pass the guard but Ortega is defending well. #T11#
Dyon is still trying to improve position.
Dyon frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (6) vs (9) Dyon
Ortega 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.
Dyon wants to take a breather but Ortega is having none of it.
Dyon stalling away here and it's allowed Ortega to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Dyon stopping the sweep attempt from Ortega.
Ortega seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Dyon pushes down on Ortega's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T12#
Ortega moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Ortega working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dyon doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dyon manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Dyon slips nicely into half guard.
Ortega trying to control from the bottom.
Dyon passes into side control, despite Ortega's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (6) vs (12) Dyon
Dyon controls the position.
Dyon wants to control but Ortega is keeping him busy. #T13#
Ortega manages to work his way to half guard, despite Dyon's best efforts.
Dyon wants to pass to mount but Ortega is defending the position. #SUB#
Ortega actively working from the bottom here.
Dyon is keen to just control but Ortega is a slippery customer.
Ortega is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Dyon tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ortega knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Ortega is looking for a sweep. Dyon is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ortega trying to hold on to Dyon's head to control him but Dyon postures up.
#T14#
Ortega is refusing to be controlled, as Dyon sits in half guard.
Ortega is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Ortega looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Dyon is looking for a kimura but Ortega is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Dyon to get the leverage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Ortega looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ortega is in trouble now - Dyon has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (6) vs (15) Dyon
And that's the end of the fight!
Dyon wins on points by 15 to 6.
Juu Dyon made sure to mention his sponsor, Fenrir Fightgear - Anno 2013 in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CACC 201: Brown vs Anatta II
Date: May 23, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the lightweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Brian Ortega! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Atte Savitaipale!
The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, Eddie Farnsworth and Joseph Jones.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Savitaipale rushes Ortega and presses him up against the ropes.#TD2#
Savitaipale manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB#
Ortega drops back looking for a leg! Savitaipale is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Savitaipale manages to kick Ortega off! Ortega jumps back into Savitaipale's guard. #SUB2#
Savitaipale looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Ortega has picked Savitaipale up and slammed him! Savitaipale can't keep hold of the triangle and Ortega manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (3) vs (0) Savitaipale
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Savitaipale is looking for a sweep.
Savitaipale is not content to let Ortega control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Ortega is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Savitaipale has escaped the position, nice work there.
Savitaipale gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T1#
Savitaipale tries to get to full guard but Ortega has control of the leg.
Savitaipale moves into full guard.
Ortega pushing down on Savitaipale's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Savitaipale has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ortega is working away from the top position though.
Ortega trying to control from half guard but Savitaipale is working away.
Savitaipale is trying is best to control the position here.
Ortega is pressing down on Savitaipale's thigh, looking to free his foot. Savitaipale is holding on for now. #SUB#
Ortega seems to be working for a kimura but Savitaipale defends the submission attempt.
Savitaipale gets back to full guard.
#T2##SUB2#
Savitaipale had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ortega defends it easily.
Ortega wants to control from the top but Savitaipale keeps moving. #SUB#
Ortega drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Ortega jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Ortega slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (6) vs (0) Savitaipale
Savitaipale is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Savitaipale manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ortega's best efforts.
Savitaipale is not content to let Ortega control the position.
Savitaipale wants to improve his position but Ortega is controlling well.
#T3##SUB2#
Savitaipale looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ortega is pressing down on Savitaipale's thigh, looking to free his foot. Savitaipale is holding on for now.
Savitaipale wants to sweep but Ortega has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (9) vs (0) Savitaipale
Savitaipale is trying to work for a sweep but Ortega has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ortega (11) vs (0) Savitaipale#SUB#
Ortega looking to secure an arm triangle but Savitaipale defends it well.
Ortega prevents Savitaipale from getting the reversal.
Savitaipale tries to hold on but Ortega postures up.
Ortega wants to take his opponent's back but Savitaipale doesn't allow it. #T4#
Ortega tries to control but Savitaipale wriggling away. #SUB#
Ortega looking to secure an arm triangle but Savitaipale defends it well.
Savitaipale working to try and regain half guard.
Savitaipale tries to hold on but Ortega pushes him away.
Ortega tries to control but Savitaipale wriggling away.
Savitaipale really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#SUB#
Ortega working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Ortega looking to control but Savitaipale is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Savitaipale has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Ortega (14) vs (0) Savitaipale#T5#
Ortega struggling to keep hold of the position.
#SUB#
Ortega is persistently looking for the submission but Savitaipale is defending it well.
#SUB#
Savitaipale defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Ortega not allowing Savitaipale to control his hands. #SUB#
Savitaipale showing good submission defense here.
Savitaipale is holding onto Ortega's left hand, preventing any choke attempts.#SUB#
Ortega working for a choke but Savitaipale is defending well. #SUB#
Savitaipale preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Ortega. #T6#
Savitaipale manages to reverse the position and now he's in Ortega's guard. Nice work there by Savitaipale.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (14) vs (2) Savitaipale
Savitaipale trying to control but Ortega is working from the bottom.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Ortega has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Ortega is trying to control the position but Savitaipale postures up.
Savitaipale trying to control but Ortega is working from the bottom.
Savitaipale stands and throws Ortega's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (14) vs (5) Savitaipale
Ortega sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T7#
Savitaipale is looking to take a break and control but Ortega is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Savitaipale is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Savitaipale has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (14) vs (8) Savitaipale
Ortega slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Ortega gets full guard.#SUB#
Ortega has his foot on Savitaipale's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Savitaipale works his way back into a safe position though.
Savitaipale content to stall in guard here.
Savitaipale pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ortega is keeping the position for now. #T8##SUB#
Ortega throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Ortega keeping full guard, as Savitaipale tries to pass.
Ortega working a defensive guard here.
Ortega keeping moving, preventing Savitaipale from controlling successfully.
Savitaipale is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Savitaipale slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Savitaipale looking to pass the guard. #T9#
Ortega keeping moving, preventing Savitaipale from controlling successfully.
Ortega tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Savitaipale pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ortega is keeping the position for now.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ortega is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ortega (16) vs (8) Savitaipale#SUB2#
Savitaipale is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ortega is aware though and is defending well.
Ortega stopping the sweep attempt from Savitaipale.
Savitaipale keeping moving, preventing Ortega from controlling successfully.
Ortega tries to free his leg and advance position but Savitaipale is retaining full guard.
Ortega won't allow Savitaipale to sweep him here.
Ortega slips nicely into half guard.#T10#
Savitaipale is looking to improve his position.
Savitaipale wants to control but Ortega is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Savitaipale felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Savitaipale tries to roll over but Ortega keeps him under control.
Ortega stalling.
Ortega trying to control the action but Savitaipale is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Ortega is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Savitaipale is looking for a sweep. Ortega is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Savitaipale makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Savitaipale.#T11#
Ortega postures up.
Savitaipale keeping moving, preventing Ortega from controlling successfully.
Ortega won't allow Savitaipale to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Savitaipale looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ortega trying to control but Savitaipale is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Savitaipale escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ortega gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Savitaipale can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Ortega controls the pace.
Savitaipale keeping moving, preventing Ortega from controlling successfully.
Savitaipale wants to sweep but no luck.
Savitaipale is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#T12##SUB2#
Savitaipale is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ortega defends well.
Ortega is pushing down on Savitaipale's leg trying to pass to half guard. Savitaipale is fighting to maintain full guard but Ortega has managed to sneak the leg through.
Savitaipale trying to control here.
Savitaipale is refusing to be controlled, as Ortega sits in half guard.
Savitaipale tries to get to full guard but Ortega has control of the leg. #SUB#
Ortega is working for a kimura but Savitaipale is defending it quite comfortably.
Savitaipale tries to get to full guard but Ortega has control of the leg.
Savitaipale is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T13##SUB2#
Savitaipale looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Ortega seems to be looking for submissions.
Ortega is keen to just control but Savitaipale is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Ortega is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Ortega is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Savitaipale has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Ortega is working for a submission of some sort.
Ortega prevents Savitaipale from improving his position.#T14#
Savitaipale wants to get back to full guard but Ortega has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Ortega (19) vs (8) Savitaipale
Ortega trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Ortega is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Savitaipale to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Savitaipale shrugs it off.
Ortega fails to move to back control.
Ortega prevents Savitaipale from getting the reversal.
Ortega looking to control but Savitaipale is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Savitaipale slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Savitaipale wants to get back to full guard.
Ortega is thwarting Savitaipale's attempts to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ortega takes the fight on points by 19 to 8.
Our winner, Brian Ortega, 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.
Atte Savitaipale was interviewed post fight and said 'Better man won..Respect to him!Gonna choke him back stage..'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 01, 2021 |
#R1#
Parker closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ortega circles away.
Ortega misses with an attempted mid kick.
Parker throws a leg kick but Ortega sees it coming and moves out of range.
Ortega getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Parker swings widly with a right hand
and Ortega finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Parker scores with a hook to the body. Ortega takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Parker wants to clinch.
Parker cracks Ortega with an open hand slap.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortega scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Peter Parker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Parker takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#ROC#Parker is rocked!#TD#
Ortega lands a huge takedown. Parker is out but the ref is slow to react and Ortega lands 3 more undefended punches before the fight is stopped. Brutal finish. Parker lies on the canvas for a good minute before the doctors bring him round. Good to see he's OK.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:05 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Brian Ortega!
An out of breath Brian Ortega thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 28, 2021 |
#R1#
Bard gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Bard takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A lazy left from Ortega finds it's target.
Ortega looks to land a combination. Bard sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots.
Bard takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Ortega lands with a cross. #TD#
Ortega shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bard won't allow Ortega to pass to mount.
Bard is trying to control but can't.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ortega seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Bard does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Ortega is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Bard is just riding it out for now. Ortega eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Ortega is working for a submission of some sort.
#T1#
Ortega prevents Bard from improving his position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Bard can do anything to dispel that myth.
Bard tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Ortega has advanced to mount. Uh oh.
Bard is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Ortega looking to control and managing it successfully. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Bard really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Ortega unloading with bombs!#SUB#
Ortega looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Ortega is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Bard has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Ortega throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Bard because Ortega loaded up on that one.
Ortega controlling his opponent.
Bard tries to lock up and control but Ortega gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T3#
Bard is trying to escape the mount.
Ortega pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#SUB#
Ortega looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Bard taking shots to the head.
Ortega cracks Bard with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Ortega controlling from the full mount. #T4#
Ortega throws some wild stikes that Bard manages to avoid easily.
#SUB#
Ortega has hold of Bard's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Bard manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Ortega cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Ortega thowing strikes but they're hitting the gloves, not doing any damage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Ortega is working for a guillotine from mount but Bard frees his head quite easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bard keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Bard has given up his back.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brian Ortega dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Ortega buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bard will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Raval Bard is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bard. Ortega does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ortega connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Bard's hands.
Bard needs to keep his hands up - Ortega had a free shot at his head there.
Ortega goes for a double leg but Bard avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bard continues to drive forward.#BC2#
Bard breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bard listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Raval Bard seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ortega swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bard.
Ortega lands a two punch combo.
Ortega scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Ortega thuds a left hand into Bard's body.
Bard throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Ortega fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bard has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#TD2#
Bard scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB#
Ortega has hold of a guillotine but he's not going to be able to crank on it really with only half guard, so it's no trouble for Bard. Oh but Ortega has got full guard now! Oh boy! This one could be over very soon! Bard goes limp - he's gone! Ortega jumps up and celebrates with the crowd - fantastic submission finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Brian Ortega!
After winning the bout, Brian Ortega thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
MMMA Kings of Madness 1( LW)
Date: Jan 30, 2021 |
#R1#
Ortega wants to land a leg kick but Cassino is out of range.
It looked like Cassino wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Ortega misses with a body kick.
Cassino uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ortega.
Cassino works Ortega's body with a nice hook.#TD2#
Ortega shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Ortega was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB2#
Ortega wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Cassino, who protects the arm well.
Ortega in side control, throwing shots but Cassino defends.
Cassino is not content to let Ortega control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Cassino wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Ortega has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Cassino's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! Cassino is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Ortega!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Brian Ortega!
After winning the bout, Brian Ortega thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The defeated Monte Cassino had this to say: 'Should reconsider a career in tango-dancing, shit. '. |
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Event:
TC 18 Mil $ GP vol 3.2
Date: Dec 12, 2020 |
#R1#
Ortega lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Irwin takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Ortega scores with a shot to the body.
Ortega comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Both fighters circling a little - Ortega finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
We've been informed that Ortega has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Irwin looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Ortega throws a shot to the body.
A low kick lands for Ortega.
#TD2#
Ortega manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Irwin on his heels. He'll look to pass Irwin's guard now, I'm sure.
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!
Irwin has momentary wrist control but Ortega slips an elbow through the middle.
Ortega trying to control the position from guard on top but Irwin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Irwin controls Ortega momentarily but Ortega frees himself.
Irwin has control of Ortega's left arm, preventing Ortega from doing any damage.
Ortega slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Ortega stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Irwin swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Ortega trying to control the position from guard on top but Irwin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ortega with a nice head shot there.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Irwin holds on and takes a little breather.
Ortega wants to control from the top but Irwin keeps moving.
Irwin wants to sweep but no luck.
Irwin trying to keep a closed guard but Ortega is proving a slippery customer.
Irwin avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Irwin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Irwin seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Ortega showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Ortega wants to control from the top but Irwin keeps moving. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Irwin pulls Ortega in close to prevent any damage.
Irwin keeping moving, preventing Ortega from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Ortega throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Irwin stuffs the takedown attempt from Ortega. Ortega gets slowly back to his feet.
Ortega's corner calls for a 1-2. Ortega obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Ortega swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Ortega shoots in but no luck this time. #T3#
Irwin stuffs the takedown attempt from Ortega. Ortega gets slowly back to his feet.
Ethan Irwin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Brian Ortega.
Ortega lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Irwin slips a straight right by Ortega.
Ortega throws a body punch but Irwin moves out of range.
Irwin is looking for a counter combo.
Ortega ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Irwin moves away.
Irwin avoids the body shot from Ortega.
A jab lands there for Ortega.
Ortega looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Irwin lands with a right hand.
Ortega misses with a wild combination.
#T4#
Ortega misses with a body shot.
#TD2#
Ortega closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Irwin to the mat! Irwin manages to get full guard.
Ortega passes into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#SUB2#
Ortega is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Irwin doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Ortega.
Ortega has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Ortega drops an elbow to the side of Irwin's head.
Ortega frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Ortega controlling from the full mount.
Ortega wants to take Irwin's back but he can't do it this time.
Irwin wants to control but Ortega is having none of it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brian Ortega dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Ortega with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Ortega misses the shot to the body.
Ortega lands a leg kick that knocks Irwin off balance momentarily.
Ortega goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Irwin tries to land a leg kick but Ortega saw it coming and moves away.
Ortega lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Ortega.
Ortega swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Irwin counters with a nice body shot.
Ortega connects with an inside leg kick.
Irwin checks a low kick from Ortega.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortega throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ortega tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Irwin was well out of range. Poor timing from Ortega.
Ortega is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Irwin rather than just go for the knockout.
Ortega ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Irwin moves away.
Ortega lands an overhand right.#T1#
Ortega takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Ortega misses with a leg kick.
Irwin swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Ortega avoids the body shot from Irwin.
Ortega is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
A low kick from Irwin is predictable there #TD2#
and Ortega counters with a nice double leg into side control. Irwin won't be happy with that. #SUB2#
Ortega tries for a kimura but Irwin is defending well.
Ortega is looking to take a break and control but Irwin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Irwin is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Ortega looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Ortega scores with a couple of short elbows.
Ortega scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Irwin to see if he's OK.#T2#
Ortega is looking to take a break and control but Irwin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Ortega is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Irwin is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Ortega works to advance to full mount. Irwin defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Brian Ortega has got the better of the ground game so far.
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!
Irwin stops Ortega from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Irwin tries to lock up and control but Ortega gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB2#
Ortega looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Ortega looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Ortega content just to control the position here. #T3#
Ortega scoring with strikes but Irwin is staying in there.
Ortega tries to control but Irwin wriggling away.
Ortega with shots to the head and body - Irwin looks very uncomfortable down there.
Irwin has given up his back here. Will Ortega look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Irwin can't escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Irwin just trying to survive but Ortega is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB2#
Ortega has the rear naked choke here! This is very bad for Irwin! Can he survive? No! He's out! Ortega gets to his feet and celebrates with his cornermen. He looks absolutely delighted. In the post fight interviews he takes time to thank his parents and everyone who has believed in him from the start. How sweet.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:53 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Brian Ortega!
A very excited looking Brian Ortega made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction. |
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Event:
TC 15 Mil $ GP vol 2.2
Date: Nov 21, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Doctore uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ortega.
Doctore punishes Ortega's body with a nice straight punch.
Ortega throws a series of punches but Doctore avoids them all with ease.
Good exchange - Ortega coming out on top.
Ortega avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Doctore closes the distance looking to clinch
and Ortega counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Ortega throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortega throws a body shot but no joy.
Ortega fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD#
Ortega looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#SUB#
Ortega is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T1#
Doctore wants to get back to his feet.
Ortega keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Ortega prevents Doctore from standing back up.
#SUB#
Ortega is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Doctore doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Ortega.
Doctore is looking to escape.
Ortega thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #ES2#
Doctore kicks Ortega off and gets back to his feet.#T2#
Ortega misses the shot to the body.
Nice defenses there by Doctore.
Ortega shoots in for a takedown but Doctore shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Brian Ortega seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Doctore takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ortega thumps Doctore with a low kick.
Oenomaus Doctore is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD#
Ortega gets the takedown into side control. #SUB#
Ortega wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Doctore, who protects the arm well.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Doctore tries to escape but Ortega is in control.
Ortega trying to control the position but Doctore is working away.
Doctore isn't going anywhere.#T3#
Doctore is trying to buck Ortega off.#SUB#
Ortega wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Doctore, who protects the arm well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Ortega is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Doctore knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Ortega wants to lay and pray for a moment but Doctore keeps working. #SUB#
Ortega thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Doctore wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!
Ortega tries to advance to mount but can't. #SUB#
Ortega wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Doctore, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Ortega thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Ortega advances nicely into full mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brian Ortega 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#
Ortega uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Doctore.
Ortega slips a jab from Doctore.
Ortega looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Doctore uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ortega.
Doctore only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Ortega misses with a hook.
Ortega has his takedown stuffed
and Doctore counters with a series of strikes. Ortega will be more careful next time no doubt.
Ortega shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Doctore as he avoids it easily.
A nice side step and Doctore releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Doctore moves out of range of the strikes.
Brian Ortega is winning the standup battle so far.
Ortega swings away with a body shot that misses
and Doctore counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Doctore scores with a jab to the body.
Ortega swings for the body but Doctore moves out of range.
Doctore throws out a counter right but Ortega avoids it with no problem.
Ortega shoots in for a takedown but Doctore shows good takedown defense.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brian Ortega. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Doctore just misses with a punch to the body.
#T1#
Ortega fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.#TD#
Ortega dives in and scores a takedown into Doctore's guard.
Ortega prevents Doctore from getting back to his feet.
Ortega throwing strikes but missing.
Ortega throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Doctore works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Doctore is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Ortega is controlling him. #SUB#
Ortega postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Doctore is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Ortega, into his guard. #REVB##SUB#
Ortega isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Doctore stacks Ortega on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Doctore!#T2##SU2#
Doctore decides to stand back up.
Ortega changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Doctore tries to avoid it but Ortega manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Doctore to the ground. Doctore escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Ortega jabs at Doctore's body.
Ortega with a poor takedown
and Doctore connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ortega throws a body shot but no joy.
Ortega shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Doctore but Doctore pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Ortega lands a nice looking body shot.
#T3#
Ortega goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo.#TD#
Ortega throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Doctore tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Ortega is in Doctore's guard.
Ortega wants to control from the top but Doctore keeps moving.
Doctore wants to get back to his feet but Ortega is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Doctore keeping moving, preventing Ortega from controlling successfully.
Ortega won't allow Doctore to get back to his feet. #ES2#
Doctore has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Ortega has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
Ortega goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#BC2#
Doctore breaks from the clinch.
#T4#
Ortega shoots in for a double leg but Doctore sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Doctore throws a body punch but Ortega moves out of range.
Ortega misses with a jab to the body
enabling Doctore to counter with a crisp jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ortega fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Ortega throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Doctore on the side of the head.
Ortega misses with a looping right.
Doctore throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Ortega throws a sloppy body shot
and Doctore counters with a right hand to the body.
Ortega lands a leg kick that knocks Doctore off balance momentarily.
Ortega lands with an overhand left.
Ortega is looking to wear down Doctore with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Ortega throws a leg kick but Doctore checks it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Oenomaus Doctore 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#
A bone on bone clash there as Doctore blocks the leg kick.
Doctore now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Ortega scores with a hook.
Ortega throws a jab when Doctore was well out of range.
Ortega slips under a jab from Doctore.
Ortega appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Ortega swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Doctore connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Doctore checks a leg kick nicely.
Doctore just misses with a punch to the body.
Ortega ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortega scores with a hook to the body. Doctore takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Ortega misses with a body shot.
Ortega walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Doctore checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
A little jabbing left from Doctore on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Horrible takedown attempt by Ortega or perhaps it was just good defense by Doctore, which made it look bad.
A little jabbing left from Doctore on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
Ortega connects with a crisp jab.
Ortega scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Ortega misses with a body punch
and Doctore makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A swing and a miss from Ortega.
A countering left hand to the body from Doctore misses.
Ortega comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Ortega misses with a low kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Ortega. That's going to slow Doctore down.
Ortega throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Doctore's waist but Doctore gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Ortega off to one side.
Doctore appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Ortega lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Ortega misses with a takedown attempt - Doctore sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brian Ortega. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
A telegraphed right hand from Doctore misses the target.
Ortega throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Doctore digs a good body shot into Ortega's ribs.
Doctore tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ortega looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Doctore. Ortega does a little dance to reset his feet.
Doctore misses with a body shot.
Ortega takes a swing at Doctore's ribcage but misses.
Doctore misses the shot to the body.
Doctore throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#T3#
Doctore changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Ortega slips under a jab.
Doctore's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Doctore misses with a straight left.
Nice sprawl there from Doctore as Ortega shoots in.
Doctore lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ortega at a distance.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Doctore ducks under a wild hook from Ortega.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Doctore! But no joy.
Ortega fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Doctore avoids it really well and circles away.
A low kick from Ortega misses
and Doctore counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Ortega throws a jab but it's blocked by Doctore.
Ortega misses the jab.
Doctore throws out a counter right but Ortega avoids it with no problem.#T4#
Ortega connects with a body shot that sends Doctore's belly button to the back.
Doctore slaps away a takedown attempt from Ortega, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Doctore keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ortega throws a series of punches but Doctore avoids them all with ease.
Ortega pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Doctore doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Ortega swings for the body but Doctore moves out of range.
Ortega misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Doctore.
Ortega goes for a double leg but Doctore avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Doctore continues to drive forward.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ortega fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Oenomaus Doctore.
I think Doctore 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by majority decision... Oenomaus Doctore!
Oenomaus Doctore very nearly forgot to thank BuriedAlive// Fight Gear amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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TC 11 Mil $ GP vol.1
Date: Oct 24, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ortega steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bin Sari.
Ortega scoring well with a low kick there.
Bin Sari missing with a left hand there. Ortega was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
As Bin Sari backs away, Ortega returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Bin Sari throws a low kick but Ortega avoids it.
Bin Sari with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bin Sari's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Ortega connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bin Sari scrambles back to his feet.
Ortega changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bin Sari tries to avoid it but Ortega manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bin Sari to the ground. Bin Sari escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Ortega has been working on his boxing with his coaches at 3Band MMA in the buildup to the fight.#TD#
Ortega scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ortega throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Ortega stops Bin Sari from getting back to his feet.
Ortega wants to pass the guard but Bin Sari is defending well.
Ortega wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bin Sari keeps working.
Bin Sari tries to kick Ortega off but Ortega keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #ES2#
Bin Sari kicks Ortega off and gets back to his feet.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ortega connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bin Sari listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T1#
Bin Sari misses with a wild combination.
Bin Sari throws a nice looking combination but Ortega bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bin Sari throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ortega tests Bin Sari's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bin Sari leaves Ortega with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Bin Sari scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Ortega misses the shot to the body.
The fighters circle momentarily. Ortega darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Ortega fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Ortega on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bin Sari misses with a hook.
A clash of legs there as Ortega blocks the low kick.
Bin Sari throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bin Sari checks a leg kick nicely.#T2#
Nice shot by Ortega.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bin Sari keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Ortega fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brian Ortega. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A telegraphed right hand from Ortega misses the target.
Bin Sari swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bin Sari misses with a hook. Ortega ducked under it nicely.
Ortega uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bin Sari.
Ortega swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bin Sari lands a jab.
Bin Sari just misses with a punch to the body.
Bin Sari looks to throw the jab but Ortega is out of range.
Bin Sari stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Ortega.
Ortega cracks Bin Sari with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bin Sari misses with a body shot.
Bin Sari throws a body punch but Ortega moves out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Ortega misses the target.
Bin Sari tries to work over Ortega's front leg with a kick but Ortega checks it.
Bin Sari connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Nice body punch from Ortega. #T3#
Ortega takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bin Sari keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bin Sari throws a big shot that misses.
Bin Sari misses with a straight right.
Ortega is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Ortega avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ortega avoids the body shot from Bin Sari.
Bin Sari looks to land a combination but Ortega avoids it well.
Bin Sari wants to slow Ortega down by chopping away at his legs.
Ortega just misses with a punch to the body.
Bin Sari throws out a counter right but Ortega avoids it with no problem.
Ortega misses with a wild body shot.
Bin Sari swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bin Sari throws an off balance right hand
#TD#
and Ortega counters with a shoot takedown. Bin Sari fights it but they end up in guard.
Bin Sari wants to stand but Ortega is controlling the position.
Ortega throws a big right hand that misses.
Bin Sari wants to get back to his feet but Ortega is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Ortega lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Ortega 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.#T4#
Bin Sari utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Bin Sari is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Ortega is controlling him. #ES2#
Bin Sari has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Ortega off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A lazy left from Ortega finds it's target.
Bin Sari throws a jab but it's blocked by Ortega.
Ortega looks for a takedown but Bin Sari sprawls well.
Ortega tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bin Sari swivels and escapes.
Ortega misses with a body shot.
Bin Sari misses with a hook.
Ortega moves away from the strike by Bin Sari.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Ortega drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#TD#
Ortega closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Bin Sari to the mat! Bin Sari manages to get full guard.
Bin Sari told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Ortega prevents Bin Sari from getting back to his feet.
Ortega wants to control from the top but Bin Sari keeps moving.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Aishah Bin Sari dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Ortega lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Ortega throws out a leg kick but Bin Sari moves out of range and Ortega only half commits.
Bin Sari raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Bin Sari keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A jab from Bin Sari misses.
Bin Sari doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bin Sari comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Bin Sari scores with a nice strike.
Ortega misses with a wild body shot.
Bin Sari lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bin Sari misses with a combination
and Ortega connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bin Sari throws a body punch but Ortega moves out of range.
Ortega slips under a jab.
Bin Sari misses with a hook. Ortega ducked under it nicely.
Ortega lands a jab to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Ortega misses with a wild combination.
#T1#
Bin Sari listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Ortega throws a chopping leg kick but Bin Sari manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Bin Sari throws a hook but Ortega avoids it easily.
Bin Sari ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bin Sari slips a straight right by Ortega.
Ortega slips under a jab from Bin Sari.
Bin Sari lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Bin Sari throws a lazy right hand but Ortega sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Ortega fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bin Sari manages to avoid it.
Bin Sari throws a head kick but Ortega moves out of range.
Ortega rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bin Sari connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bin Sari has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ortega throws a shot from downtown. Bin Sari moves away and avoids it.
Bin Sari lands a really nice looking cross but Ortega seems unphased.
#ROC2#Ortega is rocked!
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!
Ortega dips to his left and cracks Bin Sari with an uppercut!
Bin Sari ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ortega moves away.#T2#
Jab, jab by Bin Sari - just one landing.
Oh Ortega is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bin Sari keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Ortega turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Ortega seems to have got his legs back now.
Bin Sari throws a body shot but no joy.
Ortega tries to score a power double leg takedown but Bin Sari sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Ortega somewhat.
Bin Sari throws a body shot but no joy.
Bin Sari swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Sloppy strikes from Ortega. Those never looked like landing.
Ortega backing away here, and Bin Sari unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Bin Sari misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ortega.
#TD#
Ortega looking for a takedown here - he's got it.#ES2#
Bin Sari scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Aishah Bin Sari is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Ortega steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bin Sari.
Ortega throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
A telegraphed right hand from Ortega misses the target.
Aishah Bin Sari seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bin Sari is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Bin Sari throws a hook to the side of Ortega's head but Ortega sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Ortega drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bin Sari sprawls and moves away.
Aishah Bin Sari seems to be getting the better of the standup.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Ortega.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brian Ortega. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ortega swings away with a body shot that misses
and Bin Sari counters with a nice uppercut.
Ortega ducks right into an uppercut from Bin Sari.
Bin Sari throws a big shot that misses.
Ortega keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A counter left hand to the body from Ortega misses its target.
A shot to the body from Bin Sari misses
enabling Ortega to counter with a crisp jab.
Ortega tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bin Sari misses with a body shot.
Bin Sari lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
A big right from Bin Sari misses.
Bin Sari lands a nice hook to Ortega's body. Ortega takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T4#
Ortega scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bin Sari misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bin Sari avoids the body shot from Ortega.
Bin Sari raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Ortega misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bin Sari.
Bin Sari lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Ortega at a distance.
Ortega shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Bin Sari has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Ortega finds it's way round the side to connect with Bin Sari's head.
Ortega misses with a wild body shot.
Bin Sari bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Ortega's head backwards.
Ortega misses with a straight left.
Ortega moves out of range as Bin Sari strikes.
Ortega's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bin Sari connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ortega scrambles back to his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bin Sari takes a swing at Ortega's ribcage but misses.
Ortega lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Ortega lunges at Bin Sari with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Bin Sari's hand.
Ortega scores with a jab to the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Aishah Bin Sari showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Ortega's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Bin Sari checks a leg kick.
Bin Sari throws a low kick but Ortega moves out of range easily.
Ortega does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Ortega throws a body punch but Bin Sari moves out of range.
Bin Sari feints a counter leg kick.
Bin Sari throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ortega sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ortega was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Ortega just misses with a punch to the body.
Ortega doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bin Sari throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Ortega stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bin Sari blocks a jab.#TD#
Ortega shoots in and gets a takedown into Bin Sari's guard.#ES2#
Bin Sari is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bin Sari swings wildly with an uppercut but Ortega uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Bin Sari's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Horrible takedown attempt by Ortega or perhaps it was just good defense by Bin Sari, which made it look bad. #T1#
Bin Sari displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ortega throws out the jab.
Ortega looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bin Sari looks to throw the jab but Ortega is out of range.
Bin Sari lands a jab to Ortega's midsection.
Bin Sari throws an overhand right that lands on Ortega's shoulder, as Ortega tries to avoid the shot.
Bin Sari slips under a jab.
Bin Sari is looking for the big counter here.
Bin Sari rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Ortega moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Ortega swings for the body but Bin Sari moves out of range.
#TD#
Ortega manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Bin Sari on his heels. He'll look to pass Bin Sari's guard now, I'm sure.#ES2#
Bin Sari wriggles free and stands up.
Bin Sari throws a body shot but no joy.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bin Sari throws a hook to the side of Ortega's head but Ortega sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bin Sari lands a right hook to the body.
Ortega throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A nice side step and Bin Sari releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bin Sari throws a jab when Ortega was well out of range.
Bin Sari with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T2#
Ortega shoots for a double leg takedown but Bin Sari sprawls well. He's pushed Ortega's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bin Sari slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bin Sari, as that shot connected.
#KD2#
Bin Sari lands a big head kick that sends Ortega tumbling to the mat! Bin Sari takes a step backwards and waves Ortega back to his feet - he wants the finish!
Some bone on bone action there as Bin Sari checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Bin Sari slaps away a takedown attempt from Ortega, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A little jabbing left from Bin Sari on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brian Ortega. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bin Sari throws a quick inside leg kick.
Ortega staying out of range there.
Ortega throws a leg kick but Bin Sari sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Bin Sari lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Ortega just misses with a punch to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bin Sari. Ortega does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bin Sari throws a hook but Ortega avoids it easily.
Bin Sari misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#T3#
Ortega throws a leg kick which misses Bin Sari's front leg but catches the back leg as Bin Sari tries to avoid it.
Ortega tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bin Sari is able to avoid easily.#TD#
Ortega darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#ES2#
Bin Sari has one foot on Ortega's thigh - he pushes off and manages to get back to his feet.
Nice uppercut lands for Bin Sari. That snapped Ortega's head back.
Ortega lands with a nice body punch.
Bin Sari throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bin Sari tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bin Sari misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ortega.
Brian Ortega has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Ortega moves out of range of the strikes.
Ortega takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bin Sari misses with a straight right.
Ortega was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bin Sari moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Ortega takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T4#
A looping hook to the body misses from Ortega. Bin Sari does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ortega looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Good exchange - Bin Sari coming out on top.
Bin Sari changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Ortega scores with a hook.#KD2#
Bin Sari lands a big right hand that sends Ortega crashing to the mat! Bin Sari stays standing though and waves Ortega back to his feet!
Bin Sari throws a monster overhand right that drops Ortega! Bin Sari follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:41 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Aishah Bin Sari!
In his post fight interview, Aishah Bin Sari started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
TC 4: Sitsongrit vs Salvatore
Date: Sep 05, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ortega misses with a body shot
and Happy counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice body punch from Happy.
Ortega shoots in but Happy avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Ortega checks a low kick from Happy.
Happy changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Happy gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Happy wants a takedown.
#TD2#
Ortega gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Happy tries to get to full guard but Ortega has control of the leg.
Happy won't allow Ortega to pass to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ortega looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ortega slips a nice elbow through Happy's hands, connecting with Happy's forehead.#T1#
Happy is trying to get back to full guard.
Happy on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Ortega scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Ortega working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
Ortega missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Happy on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Happy is looking to control Ortega's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Happy avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Ortega is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Happy is just riding it out for now. Ortega eventually gives up the hold.
Happy 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.#SUB#
Happy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ortega pulls his head out easily. #T2##SUB2#
Ortega is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Happy has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fighters are battling for position here. Happy manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Ortega connects with a couple of short punches.#SUB2#
Ortega 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.
Happy lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T3##SUB2#
Ortega escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Happy gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Ortega trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Ortega had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Happy defends it easily.#SUB2#
Ortega has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Happy is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Ortega.
Happy wants to control but Ortega is keeping him busy. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Ortega struggling a bit here.
Happy trying to control the position but Ortega is working away.
Ortega gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Ortega manages to get to full guard.
Happy with a nice head shot there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Happy is looking to work some ground and pound but Ortega has wrist control.
Happy has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Ortega is looking for a triangle here but Happy uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
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 Anti Happy will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.#R2##TD2#
Ortega shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Happy manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Ortega has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB#
Happy is looking for a triangle here but Ortega uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Ortega wants to control but Happy is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Ortega is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Happy knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortega trying to control the action but Happy is working from the bottom. #T1#
Ortega is working Happy over with some ground and pound from side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Happy regains half guard.
Happy is looking for a sweep. Ortega is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ortega is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Happy!
Happy wants to control but Ortega is having none of it.
Ortega is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Happy can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
Ortega scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Happy really wants to buck Ortega off and get back to his feet.
Happy wants to control but Ortega is having none of it.#T2#
A nice elbow there by Ortega.
Ortega lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
Ortega fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ortega fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Ortega lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Ortega can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Happy is looking to escape.
Ortega scores with a couple of good head shots there.
#SUB2#
Ortega working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Happy is working to get back to half guard.
#T3#
Ortega looking to control and managing it successfully.
Happy is working to get back to half guard.
Ortega looking to control but Happy is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Ortega controlling the position easily from mount.
A nice elbow there by Ortega.#T4#
Happy trying desperately to get to his feet.
Ortega can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Happy is looking to escape.
Ortega tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Happy is looking to improve his position but Ortega isn't that keen on the idea.
Ortega with a couple of short strikes.
Ortega looking to finish Happy with some ground and pound. This is bad for Happy!
Ortega lands a couple of good shots and Happy has given up his back, trying to escape the position!
The referee is taking a good look at Happy as he is on the wrong end of some big shots from Ortega!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Brian Ortega showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Happy throws a right and a left that both miss.
Happy walks into a stiff left hand from Ortega.
Ortega throws a body shot but no joy.
Happy is looking for a counter combo.
Happy keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Ortega goes for a double leg but Happy avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Happy continues to drive forward.
Happy appears to be looking for a big counter.
Ortega swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Happy is looking to counter punch.
Happy misses with the combination.
Ortega lands with an uppercut that bounces Happy off the cage and back into range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ortega. Happy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Nice takedown defense from Ortega. No joy for Happy on that attempt.
Happy throws out a loose jab but Ortega uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ortega throws the left hand but Happy avoids the punch easily.
Happy tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Ortega drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Happy defends it well.#T1#
Ortega gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Happy counters with a left and a right that stings Ortega.
Anti Happy is winning the standup battle so far.
Ortega comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Happy blocks a leg kick.
Ortega wants to land a leg kick but Happy is out of range.
Jab, jab by Ortega - just one landing.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Happy.
It seemed like Ortega was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Happy tries to clinch but Ortega moves out of range.
Ortega misses the shot to the body.
Ortega slaps away a takedown attempt from Happy, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Happy tries to clinch but Ortega moves out of range.
Happy misses with a double jab.
Ortega is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Happy with a body shot.#T2#
Ortega does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Ortega misses with a double jab.
Happy was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Happy looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Ortega missing with a left hand there. Happy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Happy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A lazy left from Ortega finds it's target.
Happy lands a nice looking body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ortega. Happy does a little dance to reset his feet.
Ortega lands a head shot.
Happy fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ortega manages to avoid it.
Ortega throws a leg kick but Happy sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Happy appears to be looking for a big counter.
Happy defending well as Ortega loads up on a big left hand.
Happy checks a leg kick. #T3#
Ortega lands a two punch combo.
Happy tries to close the distance and clinch but Ortega swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Ortega misses with a low kick.
Ortega has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Happy tries to clinch there but Ortega circles away.
Happy doesn't manage to clinch there - Ortega circles away.
Ortega bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Happy's head.
Ortega misses with an uppercut. Happy saw that one coming.
Happy defending well as Ortega loads up on a big left hand.
Happy closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Ortega shoots in and drives through. Happy sprawls well.
Happy's corner calls for a 1-2. Happy obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Ortega throws a low kick but Happy moves out of range easily.
Ortega jabs at Happy's body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Happy moves out of range as Ortega strikes.#T4#
Happy avoids the body shot from Ortega.
A leg kick checked by Happy.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Happy!
Ortega throws a leg kick which misses Happy's front leg but catches the back leg as Happy tries to avoid it.
Ortega lands a nice hook to Happy's body. Happy takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Ortega throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
That kick from Ortega tenderised Happy's leg. Happy is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ortega fails with the takedown.
Happy swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Ortega lands with an overhand left.
Ortega looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Happy is fending him off so far but Ortega persists. Nope, Happy circles away and we're back to standing.
Happy tries to clinch but Ortega is having none of it.
Ortega throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
Brian Ortega comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Ortega 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 Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:29
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Brian Ortega!
Brian Ortega thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 03, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ortega steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Morgan.
Ortega misses with a hook.
Morgan's jab looks to have found its range, popping Ortega under the eye.
Ortega with a lazy takedown attempt
and Morgan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Morgan throws a body shot but no joy.
Nice body punch from Ortega.
Ortega misses with a lunging right hand
and Morgan counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Morgan tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Ortega throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Morgan scores with a jab to the body.
Ortega shoots for a takedown but Morgan saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Ortega misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brian Ortega. That's going to take a lot out of him.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ortega throws a body punch but Morgan moves out of range.
Morgan scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Ortega doesn't seem bothered though.
Morgan checks the leg kick nicely there.
Morgan scores with a nice head shot.
Ortega bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T1#
A solid leg kick lands there for Ortega.
Ortega has been working on his boxing with his coaches at 3Band MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Morgan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Ortega appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A low kick from Ortega is predictable there
and Morgan counters with a stiff right hand.
Morgan looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ortega on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Morgan. Morgan obviously looking to wear him down.
Ortega takes a swing at Morgan's ribcage but misses.
Morgan checks a low kick from Ortega.
Ortega avoids the body shot from Morgan.
Morgan shoots in for a double leg but Ortega sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Ortega shoots in but no luck this time.
Ortega takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#TD#
Ortega shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Morgan napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
You can see the frustration on Morgan's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ortega is looking to take a break and control but Morgan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ortega misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
#T2#
Morgan is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Morgan manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Ortega thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Morgan is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ortega's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ortega's back!#SUB2#
Ortega is in a bad position with Morgan working for a choke. Ortega manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment.
Morgan wants to sweep here but Ortega controlling him for the moment.
Ortega is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. #T3##SUB2#
Morgan had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ortega defends it easily.
Ortega scoring with punches to the head and body.
Ortega keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Morgan's head.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Morgan not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Morgan can't keep his opponent in guard - Ortega advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Morgan tries to roll over but Ortega keeps him under control.
Ortega working Morgan over with strikes. #SUB#
Ortega is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Morgan is just riding it out for now. Ortega eventually gives up the hold.
Ortega is looking to take a break and control but Morgan is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
Ortega lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Morgan tries to get to full guard but Ortega has control of the leg.
Morgan slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Ortega is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Ortega content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Josh Morgan will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Morgan stuffs the takedown attempt from Ortega. Ortega gets slowly back to his feet.
Ortega tries to move into range but Morgan moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Ortega pivots, looking for a leg kick but Morgan is out of range and Ortega settles back down.
Morgan throws the left hand but Ortega avoids the punch easily.
Ortega misses with a low kick.
Morgan now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Morgan just misses with a punch to the body.
Ortega tries for a takedown but Morgan circles away easily
enabling Morgan to counter with a crisp jab.
Ortega slips a straight right by Morgan.
Ortega takes a shot to the body in his stride.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ortega misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ortega connects with a looping right hand.
Morgan misses with a low kick.
Morgan ducks under a wild hook from Ortega.
A jab from Morgan misses. #T1#
Ortega misses with a leg kick.
Ortega misses with a left hand
and Morgan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A low kick lands for Ortega.
Ortega takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Ortega with a lazy takedown attempt
and Morgan counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brian Ortega. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Morgan gets a double leg takedown into Ortega's guard.#SUB#
Ortega is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Morgan landing with the ground and pound.
Morgan with a nice head shot there.
Morgan throws a strike but Ortega rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ortega throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB2#
Morgan working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ortega doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ortega manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Ortega wants to control from the top but Morgan keeps moving. #T2##SUB2#
Morgan working for a triangle but Ortega defends it easily.
Morgan wants to sweep here but Ortega controlling him for the moment.
Morgan is still trying to improve position.
Morgan keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Morgan looking for subs off his back but Ortega has passed one foot through into half guard.
#T3#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Ortega in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Morgan actively working from the bottom here.
Morgan is not content to let Ortega control the position.
Morgan wants to control but Ortega is keeping busy.
Morgan felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Morgan is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The fighters are battling for position here. Morgan manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Ortega trying to control the position from guard on top but Morgan is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ortega with a nice head shot there.
Morgan tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Ortega drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Morgan manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Ortega has Morgan in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Ortega working for a triangle but Morgan defends it easily.
#SUB#
Ortega working for a triangle but Morgan defends it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Josh Morgan showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Morgan turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Morgan stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Ortega.
Ortega misses with a leg kick.
Ortega drops his hands momentarily and Morgan takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Morgan fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Morgan's jab looks to have found its range, popping Ortega under the eye.
Ortega checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Ortega fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morgan throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Morgan bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Ortega's head.
Josh Morgan seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Ortega lands an overhand right.
Ortega takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jab by Morgan.
Morgan throws a left and a right that both miss
and Ortega counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Morgan misses with a wild body shot.
Morgan swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A punch lands to the side of Ortega 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Ortega throws a chopping leg kick but Morgan manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Morgan is looking for the big counter here.
Ortega with a lazy takedown attempt
and Morgan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#TD2#
Morgan throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Ortega tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Morgan is in Ortega's guard.#SUB#
Morgan avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Morgan is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Ortega wants to sweep but no luck.
Morgan postures up and lands a big shot to Ortega's brow.
Morgan has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Morgan wants to control from the top but Ortega keeps moving.
Morgan postures up and lands a big shot to Ortega's brow. #T2#
Ortega tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Morgan is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Morgan is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Morgan working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Morgan keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Ortega's head.
Morgan pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ortega is keeping the position for now.
Morgan stopping the sweep attempt from Ortega.
Morgan postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Morgan works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Ortega is refusing to be controlled, as Morgan sits in half guard.
Morgan prevents Ortega from improving his position.#T3#
Morgan has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Morgan is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Morgan is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Brian Ortega has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Morgan lands with a punch from half guard. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Morgan wants to take a breather but Ortega is having none of it. #SUB#
Ortega actively working from the bottom here.
Ortega avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Morgan. #SUB2#
Morgan is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ortega defends it well.
Ortega won't allow Morgan to pass to mount.
Josh Morgan is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Ortega missing with punches from the bottom.
#SUB#
Ortega looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Morgan works his foot free and advances to mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Josh Morgan comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Morgan 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Josh Morgan!
After winning the bout, Josh Morgan thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility. |
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Event:
SMASH: Colucci vs Oeste (NC)
Date: Jul 18, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ortega misses with a hook. Pawlik ducked under it nicely.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ortega. Pawlik does a little dance to reset his feet.
A nice leg kick lands there from Ortega.
Ortega looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A looping hook to the body misses from Ortega. Pawlik does a little dance to reset his feet.
Pawlik swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Ortega.
Ortega lands a nice looking body shot.
Ortega scores with a leg kick.
Ortega avoids the body shot from Pawlik.
Pawlik misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ortega.
Pawlik takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Pawlik works Ortega's body with a nice hook.
Pawlik tests Ortega's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ortega throws an overhand right that lands on Pawlik's shoulder, as Pawlik tries to avoid the shot.
Pawlik drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Ortega defends it well.
A looping hook to the body misses from Pawlik. Ortega does a little dance to reset his feet.
Dick Pawlik seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Good standup being displayed there by Pawlik as he connects with a hook.#TD2#
Pawlik looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Pawlik sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ortega's guard. #T1#
Pawlik performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB2#
Pawlik is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ortega doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Pawlik. #SUB2#
Pawlik is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ortega has managed to free his arm - good work.
Ortega desperately trying to maintain half guard. #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.
Pawlik is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Ortega keeping full guard, as Pawlik tries to pass.
Ortega trying to control the position.
Pawlik looking to pass the guard.
Pawlik wants to control from the top but Ortega keeps moving.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Pawlik sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ortega's guard.
Ortega is trying to stand back up but Pawlik is controlling him
Still in half guard, Pawlik seems content to control.#SUB2#
Pawlik is trying to work for a kimura but Ortega is defending well.
Pawlik wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ortega keeps working.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but Ortega defending well. #SUB2#
Pawlik is working for a submission of some sort.
Ortega wants to improve his position but Pawlik is controlling well.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Ortega thuds a left hand into Pawlik's body.
Ortega does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Pawlik looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Ortega is fending him off so far but Pawlik persists. Nope, Ortega circles away and we're back to standing.
Pawlik lands an overhand right.
Pawlik sizes up Ortega with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Ortega misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Pawlik.
The fighters circling - Pawlik throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A little feinted left hand from Ortega on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Ortega throws a nice head kick!
Brian Ortega is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Ortega will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Ortega throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ortega throws a body punch but Pawlik moves out of range.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Dick Pawlik dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Pawlik swings for the body but Ortega moves out of range.
Pawlik connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Ortega momentarily.
Ortega walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Pawlik checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Ortega pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Pawlik changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Ortega is looking to wear down Pawlik with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Pawlik cracks Ortega with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Ortega fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pawlik manages to avoid it.
Pawlik looks for a takedown but Ortega sprawls well.
A jab from Ortega misses.
Ortega ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Pawlik moves away.
Pawlik throws a combination. Ortega tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Ortega fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Pawlik is out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Danga de danga de dang - Ortega scores with a four punch combination!
Ortega throws the kick towards the body but Pawlik avoids it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ortega stuffs the takedown.
Ortega's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Pawlik connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Ortega scrambles back to his feet.
Pawlik throws a poor cross that misses
and Ortega counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Pawlik moves out of range as Ortega strikes.#T1#
Pawlik fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Ortega manages to avoid it.
Ortega avoids the body shot from Pawlik.
Pawlik scores with a punch to the head.
Ortega throws out a powerful jab.
Pawlik connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Ortega with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Ortega swinging wildly here.
Pawlik drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Ortega defends it well.
Ortega swings for the body but Pawlik moves out of range.
Pawlik misses with a double jab.
Good leg kick by Ortega.
Ortega pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Ortega misses with an uppercut.
Pawlik with a jab.
Ortega connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ortega tries a low kick but Pawlik avoids it.
Pawlik throws a big shot that misses.#T2#
Pawlik takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Ortega takes a swing at Pawlik's ribcage but misses.
Pawlik misses with a looping left.
Pawlik throws a looping overhand right but Ortega ducks down to avoid it.
Pawlik tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ortega swivels and escapes.
Brian Ortega has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Dick Pawlik.
Pawlik throws a big shot that misses.
Ortega fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Pawlik looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Pawlik throws a body punch but Ortega moves out of range.
Pawlik misses with a looping left.
Ortega dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Pawlik. That did some damage!
Ortega doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Pawlik throws out a loose jab but Ortega uses good head movement to avoid it.
A head kick misses from Ortega.
Pawlik is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Ortega wants to slow Pawlik down by chopping away at his legs.
Pawlik cracks Ortega with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Ortega fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Pawlik manages to avoid it.#T3#
The crowd cheers as Pawlik lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ortega doesn't seem phased though.#TD2#
Pawlik closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Ortega to the mat! Ortega manages to get full guard.
Pawlik advances position into side control!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Pawlik is looking to take a break and control but Ortega is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ortega regains half guard.
Pawlik trying to pass the guard but Ortega defending well.
Ortega is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Pawlik tries to pass to full mount but Ortega defends it. #T4##SUB2#
Pawlik seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Ortega is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Dick Pawlik!
Our winner, Dick Pawlik, 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:
Grunge 6: Even Flow
Date: May 30, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Ortega throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Ortega buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Ortega.
Ortega digs a good hook to Khali's body.
Ortega scores with a body shot.
Khali takes a shot to the body in his stride.
A good leg kick by Ortega.
Ortega chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Good leg kick by Ortega.
Khali gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Ortega connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Khali shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Ortega pinned against the cage. Ortega gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T1##TD2#
Ortega throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Khali was covering up waiting for the punch and Ortega finishes the takedown easily into guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Ortega working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Khali is breathing heavily.
Ortega controls from within his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##SUB2#
Ortega drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Ortega as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Khali screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Ortega! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Brian Ortega!
Brian Ortega seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
In defeat, Brij Khali stepped up to the mic, saying 'Dissapointed to Lose'. |
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Event:
BFF 84: Lesnar vs. Nti III
Date: Sep 14, 2019 |
#R1#
Banner throws a lazy right hand but Oriola sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Banner throws a looping overhand right but Oriola ducks down to avoid it.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Banner , as that shot connected.
Banner throws a body punch but Oriola moves out of range.
Oriola attempts a counter takedown but Banner avoids it well and moves away.
Banner misses with a hook
#TD#
and Oriola counters with a shoot takedown. Banner fights it but they end up in guard.
Banner wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Oriola stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Banner swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Oriola throws an elbow that misses. Banner uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Oriola's guard. Nice move by Banner !#REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Banner avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Oriola working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Banner has passed into half guard!
#T1##SUB#
Oriola looking for a kimura from the bottom but Banner passes into side control!
Oriola is looking for a sweep.
Oriola regains half guard.#SUB#
Oriola is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Banner pulls his head out easily.
My spies in Big Bear Fight Factory inform me that Banner has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Oriola is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Oriola is working hard here to advance position.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SU2#
Banner decides to return to a standing position.
Banner throws a hook but Oriola blocks it.
Oriola half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Banner pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Oriola half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Banner throws a shot from downtown. Oriola moves away and avoids it.
A big left from Banner misses.
Oriola bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Oriola avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Oriola changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Banner misses with a series of wild punches.
Oriola feinted with a counter takedown.
Banner misses with a straight right.
Banner works the jab nicely.#T3#
Banner throws a right hand that misses
#TD#
and Oriola counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Oriola thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Banner avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Oriola.
Oriola not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Banner avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Oriola.
Oriola seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Banner does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Oriola is pressing down on Banner 's thigh, looking to free his foot. Banner is holding on for now.
Banner is trying to stand back up but Oriola is controlling him
Oriola content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #SUB#
Oriola is trying to work for a kimura but Banner is defending well.
#T4#
Banner is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Banner wants to control but Oriola is keeping busy.
Oriola seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Banner does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#SUB#
Oriola is looking for a kimura here.
Oriola missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #T5#
Banner tries to kick Oriola off but Oriola keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Banner cracks a nice hook into Oriola's ribs.
Banner connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Oriola momentarily.
The fighters circling - Banner throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Oriola drops down looking for a counter takedown but Banner sprawls and moves away.
Banner fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Oriola tries to counter with a takedown but Banner is quick to defend against it.
Oriola with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Banner to score with a decent uppercut.
Banner waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Oriola.
Lamont Banner is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Oriola ducks under a wild hook from Banner .
Oriola attempts a counter takedown but Banner avoids it well and moves away.
Banner with a jab.
Banner scores with the left hand. Oriola knows he should have avoided that one.
Banner 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.
Banner is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Oriola.
Oriola tries to counter with a takedown but Banner is quick to defend against it.#T6#
Oriola throws a chopping leg kick but Banner manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Banner loads up on a big right hand but Oriola slips the punch.
Oriola feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Oriola misses with a body shot.
Banner scores with a decent looking hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Some wild striking there from Banner .
Oriola half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Oriola throws a low kick but Banner moves out of range easily.
Banner lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Banner lands with a nice body punch.
Banner looks to land a combination but Oriola avoids it well.
Banner throws an overhand right that lands on Oriola's shoulder, as Oriola tries to avoid the shot.
Banner misses the jab.
Banner connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.#T7#
Banner throws an overhand right that lands on Oriola's shoulder, as Oriola tries to avoid the shot.
Oriola tries to counter with a takedown but Banner is quick to defend against it.
Banner throws an overhand right that lands on Oriola's shoulder, as Oriola tries to avoid the shot.
Nice shot by Banner .
Banner missing with a left hand there. Oriola was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Oriola keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Banner .
Banner connects with a solid leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Banner .
Banner misses with an uppercut
#TD#
and Oriola counters with a nice double leg into side control. Banner won't be happy with that.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Banner is trying to buck Oriola off.
Oriola tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Oriola prevents Banner from escaping the position.#SUB#
Oriola tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Oriola 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.#T8#
Oriola scoring with punches from side control.
Oriola throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Banner wants to control but Oriola postures up.
Oriola throwing strikes but Banner manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Oriola tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Banner easily slips into full mount!
Oriola tries to hold on but Banner pushes him away.
Oriola is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Death Valley Training Facility, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Oriola tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T9##SU2#
Banner is standing up out of mount! Strange tactic there - he must really want this one on the feet!
Oriola staying out of range there.
Oriola tries to counter with a takedown but Banner is quick to defend against it.
Oriola uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Banner .
Oriola tries to counter with a takedown but Banner is quick to defend against it.
Banner throws an overhand right that lands on Oriola's shoulder, as Oriola tries to avoid the shot.
Oriola keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Banner .
Good standup being displayed there by Banner as he connects with a hook.
Oriola takes one to the chin there.
Banner misses the jab.
Banner changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Oriola with a hook.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Lamont Banner dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R2#
Banner digs a good hook to Oriola's body.
Banner lands a nice hook to Oriola's body. Oriola takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Oriola uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Banner .
Banner throws a jab when Oriola was well out of range.
Banner throws an overhand right that lands on Oriola's shoulder, as Oriola tries to avoid the shot.
Oriola appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Oriola uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Banner .
Oriola appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Banner scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Oriola slips under a jab from Banner .
Oriola feinted with a counter takedown.
Banner connects with a solid leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oriola scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Lamont Banner seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Banner misses with a wild body shot.
Oriola shoots for a double leg takedown but Banner sprawls well. He's pushed Oriola's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Banner pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Oriola attempts a counter takedown but Banner avoids it well and moves away.#T1#
Banner lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Oriola circles away quickly and effectively.
Oriola half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Banner is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Oriola.
Oriola takes one to the chin there.
Banner throws a hook but Oriola avoids it easily.
Banner lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Oriola moves out of range as Banner strikes.
Banner checks a low kick from Oriola.
Oriola steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Banner .
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Oriola crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Banner - the referee stops the clock and Oriola gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Banner . Oriola manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
Banner connects with a jab.
Banner looks to land a left hand but Oriola moved out of range nicely.
Oriola attempts a counter takedown but Banner avoids it well and moves away.
Banner throws a lazy right hand but Oriola sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Banner misses with a left hand #TD#
and Oriola counters with a shoot takedown. Banner fights it but they end up in guard. #T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Oriola distracts Banner with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Oriola passes into half guard.
Oriola is thwarting Banner 's attempts to control the position.
Banner has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Oriola throwing shots but Banner is blocking nicely.
Banner has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Oriola is working away from the top position though.
Banner holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Banner keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Banner tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Oriola has advanced to mount. Uh oh. #T3#
Oriola unloads with some shots from mount but Banner bucks and avoids them well.
Banner is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Oriola jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Banner is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Banner and Oriola has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Oriola postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
#SUB#
Oriola looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Banner avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Oriola. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Oriola swings around for an armbar but Banner sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Oriola's guard.
Oriola looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Banner puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Banner seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
#SU2#
Banner gets to his feet - back to striking we go!
Banner misses with a hook. Oriola ducked under it nicely.
Oriola tries to counter with a takedown but Banner is quick to defend against it.
A big left from Banner misses.
Oriola half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T5#
Banner clobbers Oriola with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Banner misses with a straight left.
Oriola attempts a counter takedown but Banner avoids it well and moves away.
Banner paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Banner lands with a straight right. Oriola didn't see that one coming.
No luck for Oriola with that takedown attempt.
Oriola avoids a punch combination nicely.
Oriola tries to counter with a takedown but Banner is quick to defend against it.
A jab from Banner finds it's way through Oriola's defenses.
Banner jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Banner works the jab nicely.#T6#
Banner throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Banner moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Banner throws a lazy right hand but Oriola sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Banner throws an overhand right that lands on Oriola's shoulder, as Oriola tries to avoid the shot.
Banner connects with a right hand. Oriola shakes it off.
Banner throws out a loose jab but Oriola uses good head movement to avoid it.
Banner looks to throw the jab but Oriola is out of range.
Oriola appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Banner connects with a looping right hand.
Banner misses with a straight left.
Lamont Banner seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Banner throws a right hand that misses
#TD#
and Oriola counters with a takedown into side control.
Oriola sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Banner is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
Oriola trying to control the position but Banner is working away. #T7#
Oriola working the ground and pound from side control.
Oriola grinds an elbow into Banner 's temple.
Oriola works to advance to full mount. Banner defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Diego Oriola overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Banner tries to hold on but Oriola pushes him away.
Oriola can't control as he wanted to and Banner manages to get the fight back to his half guard.
Oriola throwing shots but Banner is blocking nicely.
Oriola wants to take a breather but Banner is having none of it.
Banner wants to get back to his feet.
Banner is holding on to half guard well.#T8#
Banner is looking to control Oriola's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Banner avoid being mounted?
Banner is trying to stand up here but Oriola is controlling him well.
Oriola sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Banner defending well though.
Oriola trying to pass the guard but Banner defending well. #SUB#
Oriola is looking for a kimura here.
Oriola throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Diego Oriola has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Lamont Banner is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T9#
Banner is trying to maintain the position but Oriola is very close to passing his half guard.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Banner misses with a hook. Oriola ducked under it nicely.
Oriola tries to counter with a takedown but Banner is quick to defend against it.
Oriola shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Banner as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Diego Oriola. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Oriola moves out of range as Banner strikes.
Oriola drops down looking for a counter takedown but Banner sprawls and moves away.
Banner throws a hook but Oriola blocks it.
Oriola with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Banner to score with a decent uppercut.
Banner cracks Oriola with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Banner lands with an overhand left.
Banner works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lamont Banner comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Banner 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 2 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Shigeki Fujiwara scores the fight for Lamont Banner !
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight for Lamont Banner !
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight for Lamont Banner !
Lamont Banner wins by unanimous decision!
Lamont Banner seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
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Event:
BFF 82: Lesnar vs. Takeishi
Date: Aug 31, 2019 |
#R1#
Yakolev tests Oriola's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Yakolev lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Yakolev misses with a jab, cross combination.
Oriola appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Yakolev misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Oriola.
Oriola feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Yakolev fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Oriola on the side of the head.
Oriola throws out a leg kick but Yakolev moves out of range and Oriola only half commits.
As Oriola backs off Yakolev throws a huge counter combo but Oriola manages to avoid it all.
Yakolev throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Oriola feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Yakolev throws the left hand but Oriola avoids the punch easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oriola lands with a slapping head kick.
Yakolev is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Yakolev throws a series of punches but Oriola moves out of range.
Yakolev jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Yakolev lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Oriola backs up against the ropes.
#T1#
Oriola throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Yakolev swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
No joy there for Yakolev, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Oriola appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Yakolev looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Oriola tries to counter with a takedown but Yakolev is quick to defend against it.
Yakolev throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Oriola.
Oriola appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD#
Oriola looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Yakolev!
Oriola advances to full mount.
Oriola trying to control but Yakolev is having none of it.
Yakolev wants to control but Oriola is having none of it.#T2#
Oriola has his opponent pinned against the ropes, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of Yakolev's face.
The referee warns Yakolev that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
#ROC#
Yakolev is rocked!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Oriola connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
Yakolev is still in real trouble! Can Oriola finish him?
Oooh a big shot lands for Oriola! Yakolev is out! The ref dives in to save him from more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Diego Oriola!
Diego Oriola was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 69
Date: Aug 03, 2019 |
#R1#
Reinikainen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Oriola.
Reinikainen tried to score with a low kick but Oriola checks it.
Oriola drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Reinikainen defends it well.
A low kick from Reinikainen is predictable there #TD2#
and Oriola counters with a nice double leg into guard.
Reinikainen tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Reinikainen is working hard here to advance position.
Reinikainen will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Reinikainen is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Reinikainen is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Oriola defends well.#SUB#
Reinikainen throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Reinikainen looking for subs off his back but Oriola has passed one foot through into half guard.
Oriola is trying to control the action in half guard but Reinikainen is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T1##SUB#
Reinikainen actively working from the bottom here.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Oriola lands a nice short elbow.#SUB2#
Oriola is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Reinikainen has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Oriola is working away from the top position though.
Reinikainen's coaches at Gangsterdamage have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Oriola is just content to waste time from the top position. Reinikainen takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #SUB#
Reinikainen is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Oriola scoring with punches to the head and body. #T2##SUB#
Reinikainen looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Oriola lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Reinikainen is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Oriola got a little sloppy there for a moment and Reinikainen has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Oriola has managed to get both his arms back between Reinikainen's legs - danger averted.
Oriola throws a big elbow that misses.
Oriola trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Reinikainen really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Oriola pushing down on Reinikainen's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Oriola is nestled in close to Reinikainen, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Nice strikes from Oriola there.
Reinikainen is looking to improve his position.
Oriola is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T3#
Reinikainen wants to get back to full guard.
Reinikainen won't allow Oriola to pass to mount.
Oriola wants to lay and pray for a moment but Reinikainen keeps working. #SUB2#
Oriola seems to be looking for submissions.
Oriola trying to control the action but Reinikainen is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Oriola is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Reinikainen is just riding it out for now. Oriola eventually gives up the hold.
Oriola missing with the ground and pound from half guard. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Reinikainen looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Reinikainen wants to improve his position but Oriola is controlling well.
Oriola wants to free his trapped foot but Reinikainen is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Oriola drops an elbow to the side of Reinikainen's head.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Oriola is trying to work for a kimura but Reinikainen is defending well.
#SUB2#
Oriola is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Oriola wants to lay and pray for a moment but Reinikainen keeps working.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Diego Oriola dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Reinikainen throws a big shot that misses.
Reinikainen throws a looping overhand right but Oriola ducks down to avoid it.
Reinikainen looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Oriola has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Reinikainen throws a looping overhand right but Oriola ducks down to avoid it.
Reinikainen scores with a punch to the head.#TD2#
Oriola feints and as Reinikainen raises his hands in defense, Oriola changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Oriola throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Oriola pushes down on Reinikainen's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Reinikainen looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oriola slows the pace down in half guard.
Oriola landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T1#
Oriola takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Oriola throwing shots but Reinikainen is blocking nicely.
Oriola missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Oriola is trying for a kimura here. Reinikainen looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Oriola wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Diego Oriola! Diego Oriola retains his lightweight title!
A less than humble Diego Oriola misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 64
Date: Jul 13, 2019 |
#R1#
Mullin looks to land a combination but Oriola avoids it well.
A big left from Mullin misses.
Mullin looks to throw the jab but Oriola is out of range.
Oriola half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Oriola keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mullin works over Oriola's head and body with a nice combination.
Mullin fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Oriola on the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mullin stalks Oriola and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Oriola's face. Oriola staggers backwards, shaken.
Mullin throws a hook but Oriola blocks it.
Oriola throws a right hand that misses
and Mullin counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Mullin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Oriola was well out of range. Poor timing from Mullin.#TD#
Oriola drives through with a takedown into guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Oriola throws a big elbow that misses.
Oriola works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Oriola sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Mullin defending well though.
We've been hearing that Oriola has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Mullin wants to control but Oriola is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Mullin won't allow Oriola to pass to mount.
Oriola moves nicely into side control.
Oriola scores with punches from side control. #T2#
You can see the frustration on Mullin's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Oriola works to advance to full mount. Mullin defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs.
Oriola looking to ground and pound but Mullin is blocking nicely.
Oriola scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Mullin?
This has been an exciting period of action!
The referee warns Mullin that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
#SUB#
Mullin defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Oriola.
Oriola raining down shots from the mount!
Oriola in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
#T3#
Mullin wants to control but Oriola is having none of it.
Oriola throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Mullin because Oriola loaded up on that one.
Oriola lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Mullin hang on?
Oriola putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Oriola looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Mullin is looking to get to half guard.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Oriola has hold of Mullin's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Mullin manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
Oriola lands a big shot there that rocks Mullin but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
#T4#
Mullin is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Oooooh, big shot lands for Oriola! Mullin is hurt baaadly! Oriola is firing away with more strikes - Mullin is covering up... the ref is warning him to do something. He's just covering up though still and the ref has to step in to end the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Diego Oriola!
Diego Oriola is the new lightweight champion!
Diego Oriola 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:
Skrap Fights 57
Date: Jun 21, 2019 |
#R1#
Mullin swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD2#
and Oriola counters with a shoot takedown. Mullin fights it but they end up in guard. #SUB#
Mullin has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Oriola can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Oriola stands and throws Mullin's legs to the side, diving into side control.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Oriola wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mullin keeps working.
Mullin is trying to get back to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mullin taking punishment in the form of punches.
#SUB2#
Oriola wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Mullin, who protects the arm well.
Oriola has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Oriola working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T1#
Mullin wants to control but Oriola postures up.
Oriola takes a little break here. Mullin wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Mullin tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Oriola tries for a kimura but Mullin is defending well.
Mullin prevents Oriola from improving position. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Oriola goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Mullin has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Oriola but great work by Mullin.
Oriola struggling a bit here.
Oriola gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Oriola is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Mullin pulls his head out easily.
Oriola is looking to improve his position.
Oriola moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T3#
Oriola working a defensive guard here.
Oriola wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Oriola is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Mullin defends well.#SUB2#
Oriola working for a triangle but Mullin defends it easily.
Mullin tries to stand but Oriola is controlling from the bottom. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Oriola working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mullin doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mullin manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Mullin will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Oriola is looking for a triangle but Mullin pushes his legs off easily.
Mullin wants to stand but Oriola is controlling his posture from full guard. #SUB2#
Oriola working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mullin doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mullin manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Oriola has his foot on Mullin's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Mullin works his way back into a safe position though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Diego Oriola dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Mullin misses with a double jab.
Oriola with the counter takedown but Mullin avoids it easily.
Oriola will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Mullin's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Mullin duly obliges.
Mullin throws an overhand right that lands on Oriola's shoulder, as Oriola tries to avoid the shot.
Oriola tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Mullin throws a shot from downtown. Oriola moves away and avoids it.
Oriola drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Mullin defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mullin misses with a left hand
and Oriola counters with a nice low kick that buckles Mullin's knee momentarily.
Mullin swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Oriola.
Herbert Mullin is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Oriola throws a leg kick that misses. #T1#
Oriola takes one on the button.
Mullin throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Oriola takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Mullin throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Oriola with the counter takedown but Mullin avoids it easily.
Mullin looks to land a combination but Oriola avoids it well.
Oriola tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Mullin throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD2#
and Oriola counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Oriola is looking for a kimura but Mullin is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Oriola to get the leverage. #T2#
Oriola moves into full mount! Mullin won't be happy about that!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Oriola goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Mullin turns into him and now he's in Oriola's guard.
#SUB2#
Mullin avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Oriola is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Diego Oriola has got the better of the ground game so far.
Oriola is looking to sweep but instead, Mullin has passed into half guard.
#T3#
Oriola tries to get to full guard but Mullin has control of the leg.
Oriola keeps trying to improve his position.
Oriola is pressing down on Mullin's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Mullin has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Oriola escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Mullin gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Oriola 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.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Oriola has a closed guard, preventing Mullin from standing up. #SUB2#
Oriola is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Mullin is aware though and is defending well.
Mullin is looking to stand up but Oriola won't let him.
Oriola bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Mullin's guard. #REVB#
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Oriola avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Mullin keeping moving, preventing Oriola from controlling successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Herbert Mullin dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3#
Mullin waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Oriola.
Oriola throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Mullin throws a good cross that connects.
Mullin misses with a hook. Oriola ducked under it nicely.
Oriola with the counter takedown but Mullin avoids it easily.
Mullin misses with a jab, cross combination.
And Oriola tries to counter it with a takedown but Mullin pushes his down on his head and steps out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mullin works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Mullin misses with an uppercut.
Oriola tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T1#
Left hook, right uppercut from Mullin.
Mullin takes a swing at Oriola's ribcage but misses.
Oriola changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Herbert Mullin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Mullin throws a good cross that connects.
Mullin throws a shot to the body.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Mullin, as that shot connected.
Mullin lands a really nice looking cross but Oriola seems unphased.
Mullin fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A countering left hand to the body from Oriola misses.#T2#
Mullin swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Oriola drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Mullin defends it well.
Oriola uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Mullin.
Oriola feints the counter takedown.
Mullin throws an overhand right that lands on Oriola's shoulder, as Oriola tries to avoid the shot.
Mullin scores with a body shot.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Mullin throws a jab when Oriola was well out of range.
Oriola is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Mullin is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
No joy there for Mullin, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Mullin lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
#T3#
Mullin misses with a series of wild punches.
Oriola with a lazy takedown attempt
and Mullin counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Oriola drops his hands momentarily and Mullin takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Oriola throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mullin swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
#TD2#
and Oriola counters with a takedown into side control.
Oriola wants to control but Mullin is keeping him busy. #T4##SUB2#
Oriola working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Mullin is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB2#
Oriola looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Oriola wants to control but Mullin is keeping him busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Herbert Mullin clearly takes that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R4#
No joy there for Mullin, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Oriola is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Mullin rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Oriola moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Mullin swinging wildly here.
Oriola feints the counter takedown.
Oriola fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oriola displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Mullin throws out the jab.
Oriola drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Mullin defends it well.#T1#
Mullin throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD2#
and Oriola counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Mullin! #SUB2#
Oriola looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Mullin tries to bench press Oriola off him but Oriola keeps the position.
The ground and pound from Oriola seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Oriola tries to land with some ground and pound but misses.
Oriola tries to advance to mount but Mullin denies him.
Mullin is looking for a sweep.
Oriola is looking to take a break and control but Mullin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Mullin gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Oriola controlling from the full mount.
Mullin is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Oriola has taken his back.
#SUB2#
Mullin defends a prolonged rear naked choke attempt and turns nicely into his opponent's guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#SUB2#
Oriola looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Mullin passes into half guard.
#T3##SUB2#
Oriola looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Mullin wants to stand up but Oriola is controlling the position.
Oriola tries to roll over but Mullin keeps him under control.
Mullin tries to stand but can't do so whilst Oriola controls his leg. #SUB2#
Mullin moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Oriola.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Mullin gets to mount! Oriola was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
Oriola wants to hold on but Mullin pushes him away.
Oriola sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Oriola wants to control but Mullin is keeping busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Oriola tries to roll over but Mullin keeps him under control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close fourth round but Diego Oriola will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! And we move into the final round!
#R5#
Mullin falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD2#
and Oriola counters with a nice double leg into side control. Mullin won't be happy with that. #SUB2#
Oriola working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Mullin tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Oriola wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oriola creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Mullin sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike. #SUB2#
Oriola wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Mullin, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Oriola looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T1#
Mullin gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! #SUB2#
Oriola wants to finish this one by submission but Mullin is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Oriola.
Mullin is trying desperately to improve position.
Oriola controlling from mount. #T2#
Oriola lands a big elbow.
Oriola wants to control the pace but Mullin is squirming around nicely.
Mullin in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head.
Oriola throwing strikes here but Mullin is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
#SUB2#
Oriola is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Mullin has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Mullin! #SUB2#
Mullin got a little sloppy there for a moment and Oriola has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Mullin has managed to get both his arms back between Oriola's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Oriola working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mullin doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mullin manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3#
Mullin tries to stand but Oriola is controlling from the bottom. #SUB2#
Oriola looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Oriola throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Mullin escapes and throws Oriola's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Oriola tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Oriola trying to control but Mullin flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
Mullin has the hooks in. Oriola is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Oriola trying to control the position but Mullin manages to sink in the hooks.
I would not like to be Oriola right now.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Mullin doesn't have the hooks in and Oriola manages to turn into his guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Oriola slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
And that's the end of the fight!
Diego Oriola comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Oriola 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 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Wesley Smith scores the fight as a draw!
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight for Herbert Mullin!
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight for Herbert Mullin!
Herbert Mullin wins by majority decision!
Herbert Mullin is the new lightweight champion!
A very excited looking Herbert Mullin made sure he remembered to thank all the fans both in the arena and on the internet. He said all the coolest people spend all day on MMA websites, which got a big reaction.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 51
Date: May 31, 2019 |
#R1#
Oriola with a poor takedown
and Lacplesis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lacplesis takes a swing at Oriola's ribcage but misses.
A punch lands to the side of Oriola 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Oriola walks into a straight right hand from Lacplesis.
Oriola has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Oriola there as he acknowledges the shot.
Lacplesis misses with an uppercut
#TD#
and Oriola counters with a takedown into side control.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#SUB#
Oriola is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Lacplesis has escaped the position, nice work there.
Oriola staying calm.
Lacplesis is pushing Oriola's head away, looking to escape. Oriola manages to hold on to the position though.
Oriola fails to land a wild elbow strike.
#SUB#
Oriola tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Oriola looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Lacplesis is avoiding damage well.
We've been hearing that Oriola has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T1#
Oriola prevents Lacplesis from escaping the position.#SUB#
Oriola thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Lacplesis felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Lacplesis wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#SUB#
Oriola thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Lacplesis wants to get back to his feet.
Oriola tries to advance to mount but Lacplesis denies him. #SUB#
Oriola wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Lacplesis, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Oriola tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T2##SUB#
Oriola tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Oriola has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Lacplesis is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the ropes but Oriola has just dragged him back down to the mat.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Oriola is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Lacplesis has escaped the position, nice work there.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Oriola trying to control the position but Lacplesis is working away.
Lacplesis is trying to get back to his feet.#SUB#
Oriola wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Lacplesis, who protects the arm well.
Lacplesis being controlled for a moment. #T3##SUB#
Oriola tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Oriola has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Lacplesis is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Oriola is controlling him well.
Oriola is staying tight to Lacplesis's torso, preventing him from escaping.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Lacplesis is not content to let Oriola control the position.
Lacplesis is pushing Oriola's head away, looking to escape. Oriola manages to hold on to the position though.
Lacplesis takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better.#SUB#
Oriola working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Oriola is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lacplesis is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Lacplesis is trying to buck Oriola off.#T4#
Lacplesis really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Oriola. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Oriola wants to control but Lacplesis is keeping him busy.
Lacplesis is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Oriola has knee on belly and moves into mount.
Lacplesis tries to buck Oriola off but Oriola takes his back!
Lacplesis has his hands over his head blocking the strikes from Oriola.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Lacplesis is trying to get back to his feet but Oriola has full control of the position and if anything, Lacplesis has just worked his way into a worse spot.#SUB#
Oriola is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Lacplesis has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Oriola gets his hooks in and is throwing strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Diego Oriola dominated that round.
That's time! Oriola's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Nice jab there from Lacplesis.
Lacplesis scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Oriola takes one on the button.
Lacplesis looks to land a left hand but Oriola moved out of range nicely.
Lacplesis throws an off balance right hand
#TD#
and Oriola counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Oriola.
Lacplesis is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Lacplesis keeping moving, preventing Oriola from controlling successfully.
Oriola stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lacplesis swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oriola stops Lacplesis from standing up.
Oriola working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Oriola wants to control from the top but Lacplesis keeps moving.
Lacplesis keeping full guard, as Oriola tries to pass. #T1#
Oriola postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
Oriola drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Oriola jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Lacplesis is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Oriola wants to pass the guard but Lacplesis is keeping the position.
Oriola trying to control but Lacplesis is working from the bottom.
Lacplesis is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Oriola dives into side control.
Oriola 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.
Lacplesis is trying to get back to his feet.
Oriola is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Lacplesis's shoulder. That is not cool.
Lacplesis pushes Oriola away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Oriola gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#SUB#
Oriola thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Oriola trying to control the action but Lacplesis is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Oriola is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Lacplesis is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T2#
Lacplesis is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Lacplesis can do anything to dispel that myth.#SUB#
Oriola working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Oriola passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Lacplesis!
Oriola trying to control but he's not successful this time. #SUB#
Oriola is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Lacplesis to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Lacplesis shrugs it off. #T3#
You get the feeling that Lacplesis really doesn't like being in this position too much.
#SUB#
Oriola working for a guillotine from mount but Lacplesis is in no mood to give up.
Lacplesis trying desperately to get to his feet.
Oriola can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Lacplesis is looking to escape.
Lacplesis trying desperately to get to his feet.
Oriola wants to control the pace but Lacplesis is squirming around nicely. #SUB#
Oriola is working to isolate an arm here. It's a telegraphed submission attempt but he's gone for it anyway - and he's got it! Oriola extends the arm and Lacplesis is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Diego Oriola!
Diego Oriola is the new lightweight champion!
Diego Oriola 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.
Humors Lacplesis was interviewed post fight and said '#FREEHUMORS'.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 45
Date: May 04, 2019 |
#R1#
Anderson avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
It looked like Anderson was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Oriola keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
And Oriola tries to counter it with a takedown but Anderson pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Oriola uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Anderson.
Oriola tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Anderson misses with a hook.
Oriola tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
We've been told by Anderson's head coaches at Fight Hard that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Anderson misses with a wild body shot.
Oriola feints the counter takedown.#TD2#
Oriola shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Anderson is trying to defend but Oriola finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oriola wants to pass the guard but Anderson is defending well. #T1#
Oriola looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB2#
Oriola is looking for submissions but instead, Anderson has regained full guard.
Oriola is looking to pass into half guard but Anderson pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Anderson is in guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Anderson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Oriola has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Anderson has managed to get both his arms back between Oriola's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Oriola has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Anderson should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Oriola has tightened it up now! Anderson 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 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Diego Oriola!
Diego Oriola 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:
Skrap Fights 36
Date: Apr 06, 2019 |
#R1#
Juntta lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Oriola at a distance.
An inside leg kick lands from Juntta.
Oriola misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Juntta ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Oriola moves away.
Juntta scores with a head kick.
We've been hearing reports that Oriola has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Juntta connects with an inside leg kick.
Juntta swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
No joy there for Juntta, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Juntta throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oriola gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Juntta.
Juntta misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Oriola.
Oriola appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Oriola steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Juntta.
Oriola avoids the body shot from Juntta.
Oriola attempts a counter takedown but Juntta avoids it well and moves away.
Juntta throws a leg kick but Oriola sees it coming and checks it nicely. #T1#
Oriola ducks under a wild hook from Juntta.
Oriola appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Juntta misses with a combination
#TD#
and Oriola counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Oriola seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Juntta does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Juntta felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Oriola trying to pass the guard but Juntta defending well.
Oriola content to control rather than advance.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Oriola wants to lay and pray for a moment but Juntta keeps working.
Oriola is really struggling to control Juntta but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Juntta looks like he's trying to stand up.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.#T2#
Oriola wants to pass the guard but Juntta is defending well. #SUB#
Oriola is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Juntta doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Oriola.
Oriola trying to advance position but Juntta counters by regaining guard.
Oriola is looking to advance position but Juntta has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
Oriola tries to lock up and control but Juntta gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T3#
Juntta is looking to stand but Oriola has his arms wrapped tightly around him, looking to prevent the damage.
Oriola working to try and regain half guard.
Oriola is working hard here to advance position.
Oriola manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Oriola wants to get back to full guard but Juntta has passed into side control.
Oriola sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T4##SU2#
Juntta decides to return to a standing position.
Juntta looks to score with a jab to the body but Oriola is just out of range.
Oriola attempts a counter takedown but Juntta avoids it well and moves away.
Juntta misses with an uppercut
#TD#
and Oriola counters with a takedown into side control. #SUB#
Oriola is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Juntta is trying to escape and Oriola transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Juntta is forced to tap! Nice work there by Oriola! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Diego Oriola!
A less than humble Diego Oriola misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 30
Date: Mar 16, 2019 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Oriola wants to land a leg kick but Silvera is out of range.
Oriola gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Silvera counters with a nice uppercut.
Silvera checks the leg kick nicely there.
Silvera throws a counter combo.
Oriola tries to score a power double leg takedown but Silvera sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Oriola somewhat.
A little jabbing left from Silvera on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oriola thows a leg kick but Silvera checks it
and Silvera counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A low kick from Oriola misses
and Silvera counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Oriola throws the kick towards the body but Silvera avoids it.
Silvera unleashes a big counter combination but Oriola bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Oriola shoots in for a takedown but Silvera shows good takedown defense.
Silvera let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Diego Oriola. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Oriola shoots for a takedown but Silvera saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
It seemed like Silvera was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Oriola misses with a low kick.
Silvera unleashes a big counter combination but Oriola bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T2#
Oriola tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Silvera defends well and Oriola ends up having to push Silvera into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Some bone on bone action there as Silvera checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
It seemed like Silvera was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Oriola is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Oriola throws a leg kick
and Silvera cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A clash of legs there as Silvera blocks the low kick.#TD#
Silvera gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Oriola to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Oriola tries to free his leg and advance position but Silvera is retaining full guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T3#
Oriola is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Oriola's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Oriola trying to control but Silvera is working from the bottom. #ES2#
Silvera is edging up against the ropes. He's using the ropes to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #TD#
Oriola pulls guard successfully.
#SUB#
Oriola is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Silvera is aware though and is defending well.#T4##SUB#
Oriola is looking for a triangle but Silvera pushes his legs off easily.
Oriola manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Silvera manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Oriola trying to move into half guard but instead Silvera has managed to sweep!#REVB#
Oriola wants to sweep but no luck.
Silvera is looking to stand up but Oriola won't let him.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Oriola is on top in guard.
#REVR#
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!
Silvera keeping moving, preventing Oriola from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Oriola postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Silvera is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Oriola, into his guard. #REVB#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Joao Silvera will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Oriola shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Silvera as he avoids it easily.
Silvera thinks about the counter body kick.
A lazy body kick from Oriola
enabling Silvera to counter with a crisp jab.
Oriola shoots in for a double leg but Silvera sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Silvera lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Oriola swings for the body but Silvera moves out of range.
Silvera checks a leg kick.
Silvera lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oriola swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Oriola misses with a leg kick
and Silvera counters with a nice uppercut. #T1#
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Oriola 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 Silvera has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Silvera and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Silvera avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Silvera blocks a leg kick.
Oriola throws out a leg kick but Silvera moves out of range and Oriola only half commits.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Silvera! But no joy.#TD#
Oriola scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Oriola tries to move to full mount but Silvera actually manages to regain half guard.
Silvera felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#T2##SUB#
Oriola is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Silvera pushes Oriola off looking to stand but Oriola dives back in and keeps control.
Silvera won't allow Oriola to pass to mount.
Oriola is working hard here to advance position.
Oriola wants to control but Silvera is keeping him busy.
Oriola misses with a head shot. Silvera uses the momentum to regain guard.
Oriola pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Silvera is keeping the position for now. #T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Diego Oriola overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Oriola won't allow Silvera to get back to his feet.
Silvera keeping moving, preventing Oriola from controlling successfully.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Silvera wants to stand up but Oriola is controlling him. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Diego Oriola seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Oriola throws a sloppy head kick and Silvera moves out of range easily.
Oriola is trying hard to land a takedown here. Silvera sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Diego Oriola. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Oriola throws the kick towards the body but Silvera avoids it.
Silvera moves out of range as Oriola throws a body kick.
Silvera doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Good work by Silvera as he checks the leg kick.
Oriola goes for a double leg but Silvera avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Silvera continues to drive forward.
Silvera tries a quick counter leg kick but Oriola is wise to it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Oriola closes this distance looking for a takedown but Silvera circles away.
Silvera throws out a counter right but Oriola avoids it with no problem.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Oriola.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Joao Silvera will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Silvera checks a leg kick. #TD#
Oriola scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Oriola is trying to ground and pound but Silvera uses the momentary lack of control by Oriola to regain half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Oriola is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Silvera!
Oriola trying to control but he's not successful this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Silvera squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
#T1#
Oriola pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Oriola moves to the back position.
Oriola trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#SUB#
Oriola is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#T2##SUB#
Oriola patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Silvera is trying to stand back up.
Oriola somehow managing to miss with a strike from the back.
Oriola tries to keep control of the position but Silvera is staying busy.#SUB#
Oriola working for the choke.
Oriola trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#SUB#
Oriola has the rear naked choke here! This is very bad for Silvera! Can he survive? No! He's out! Oriola gets to his feet and celebrates with his cornermen. He looks absolutely delighted. In the post fight interviews he takes time to thank his parents and everyone who has believed in him from the start. How sweet.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Diego Oriola!
Diego Oriola 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:
Skrap Fights 20
Date: Feb 09, 2019 |
#R1#
Oriola misses with a low kick.
Ralphie Harrell seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Harrell looks for a takedown but Oriola sprawls well.#TD#
Oriola looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Harrell has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Nonstop Works. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Oriola is pressing down on Harrell's thigh, looking to free his foot. Harrell is holding on for now.
Oriola wants to control but Harrell is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oriola is looking to advance position but Harrell won't allow it.
Oriola missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Harrell really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Oriola. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Oriola is working for a kimura but Harrell is defending it quite comfortably.
#T1#
Oriola wants to pass the guard but Harrell is defending well.
Oriola is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Harrell! #SUB#
Oriola looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Oriola misses with a head shot.#SUB#
Oriola with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Harrell tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T2##SUB#
Oriola moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Harrell has worked his arm free - good work by Harrell!
Harrell prevents Oriola from moving into mount.
Harrell is looking for a sweep.
Oriola is looking to take a break and control but Harrell is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Oriola wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Harrell, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Oriola is trying to get an arm triangle but Harrell is defending well. #SUB#
Oriola goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Harrell has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Oriola but great work by Harrell.#T3#
Oriola tries to improve position but can't.
Oriola can't do much from the bottom here.
Harrell scores with punches from side control.
Harrell lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
Oriola tries to improve position but can't.
Oriola sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Oriola manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Oriola looking for a sweep. Not yet Oriola, not yet.
Oriola is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Oriola looking for a guillotine here but Harrell defends easily.
Harrell connects with a couple of short punches.#T4#
Oriola has momentary wrist control but Harrell slips an elbow through the middle.
Harrell pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Oriola is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB#
Oriola looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Oriola keeping moving, preventing Harrell from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Harrell is sitting in close to Oriola's body. Oriola has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Harrell is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Harrell is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Oriola.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:49 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Diego Oriola!
Diego Oriola 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:
Skrap Fights 15
Date: Jan 19, 2019 |
#R1#
Mack throws a right hand that misses
#TD#
and Oriola counters with a nice double leg into side control. Mack won't be happy with that. #SUB#
Oriola tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Oriola has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Oriola tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Oriola has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Mack!
Mack is working to get back to half guard.
Oriola is looking to work his way around to Mack's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Mack throwing hammer fists to the chest of Oriola. What's that going to do exactly?
Oriola throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Mack is wriggling around trying to escape.
#SUB#
Oriola is thinking about an arm triangle here, looking to tighten it up before moving to side control. Mack can see it coming though and defends well with a couple of strikes to the head and some good arm positioning.
Mack wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Oriola.
#T1#
Mack wants to control but Oriola is having none of it.#SUB#
Oriola is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Mack is surviving well by controlling Oriola's body position as best he can.
Mack is in all sorts of trouble here.
Oriola wants to take Mack's back but he can't do it this time.
Oriola moves to the back position. #SUB#
Oriola patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB#
Oriola has the rear naked choke here! This is very bad for Mack! Can he survive? No! He's out! Oriola gets to his feet and celebrates with his cornermen. He looks absolutely delighted. In the post fight interviews he takes time to thank his parents and everyone who has believed in him from the start. How sweet.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Diego Oriola!
Diego Oriola 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:
JBL Fresh Blood II
Date: Dec 21, 2018 |
#R1#
Sicari throws a lazy uppercut
#TD#
and Oriola counters with a single leg into guard. Sicari didn't expect that. #SUB#
Oriola drops back looking for a leg! Sicari is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Sicari manages to kick Oriola off! Oriola jumps back into Sicari's guard.
Oriola 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.
Oriola passes into half guard.
Sicari has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at JAG Training Grounds [$600/week]. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Oriola has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oriola thowing shots but they're missing. #T1##SUB#
Oriola is working close to his opponent, looking to work a submission by the looks of things. Oh, he's managed to get a guillotine from mount as his opponent reached up! That looks tiiiiight! Will he tap? YES, he's tapped! Impressive submission by Oriola!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Diego Oriola!
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Event:
Onslaught
Date: Oct 27, 2018 |
#R1#
Day swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Day throws a jab when Oriola was well out of range.
Oriola changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Day has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Oriola is landing a low percentage of strikes.
A jab from Day does it's job there.
Day throws a jab but it's blocked by Oriola.
Day works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Day throws a lazy uppercut
#TD#
and Oriola counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Oriola passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Day!
Oriola sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!
Oriola is trying to take his opponent's back.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#T1##SUB#
Day is flailing around, obviously not happy about being mounted. Oriola locks hold of one of his arms and spins for an armbar. He's got it! Day is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Diego Oriola!
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Event:
Initiation II
Date: Oct 06, 2018 |
#R1#
Ortiz throws a body shot but no joy.
Ortiz scores with a jab. Oriola acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Ortiz misses with a right hand #TD2#
so Oriola counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Oriola advances position into side control!
Oriola advances nicely into full mount. #SUB2#
Oriola is giving the impression that he's looking to ground and pound but he switches suddenly into a beautiful far side armbar! Ortiz is forced to tap! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Diego Oriola!
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Event:
JBL 7
Date: Sep 15, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Daldo feints and as Oriola raises his hands in defense, Daldo changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Oriola is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Daldo is aware though and is defending well.
Daldo passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Daldo wants to control but Oriola is keeping him busy.
Daldo gets to mount! Oriola was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Oriola is trying to escape the mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Oriola can do anything to dispel that myth.#T1#
Daldo fails to advance to Oriola's back.
Daldo wants to control the pace but Oriola is squirming around nicely.
Daldo prevents Oriola from getting the reversal.
Oriola looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back!
Oriola is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Daldo off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Oriola is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T2#
Oriola is keeping busy.
Oriola is trying to break free.
Daldo is riding his opponent, not letting Oriola buck him off.
Oriola tries to break free.
Daldo looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Daldo controlling from the back.
Daldo has the hooks in. Oriola is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T3#
Daldo slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Oriola trying to control the action but Daldo just sinks the hooks in.
Oriola is keeping busy.
Oriola tries to roll but Daldo sticks to his back.
Oriola is still trying to improve position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Oriola has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.
Oriola is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Will Daldo go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Daldo keeps control of the position as Oriola tries to break free.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Moese Daldo dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
Daldo fails with an attempt to clinch.
Oriola with the counter takedown but Daldo avoids it easily.#TD#
Oriola gets caught napping as Daldo dives in and scores a takedown. Oriola manages to retain guard.#SUB2#
Oriola is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Daldo trying to control the position from guard on top but Oriola is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Daldo is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Oriola can do to turn this around?#SUB2#
Oriola is looking for a triangle here but Daldo uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Oriola is looking to regain half guard here but Daldo keeps moving and retains side control.
You can see the frustration on Oriola's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T1#
Oriola is trying to work for a sweep but Daldo has mounted him!
Oriola really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Oriola sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#SUB2#
Oriola has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Daldo escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Daldo!
Daldo controlling the position from side mount. #T2#
Oriola is looking for a sweep.
Oriola looking for a sweep but Daldo has passed into full mount! Oh no!
Oriola is trying desperately to improve position.
Daldo manages to capitalize on a mistake by Oriola to take his back!
Oriola wants to escape the position.
Oriola trying to control the hands but Daldo breaks the grip.
Oriola is really stuck here.
#T3#
Daldo biding his time, looking for the opening.
Will Daldo go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
I really don't envy Oriola right now.
Daldo doesn't have the hooks in and Oriola manages to turn into his guard.
Oriola missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Daldo is trying to keep Oriola in close.
Daldo utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. #T4#
Oriola wants to pass the guard but Daldo is keeping the position.
Oriola is looking to pass into half guard but Daldo pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Daldo is in guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Oriola is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Daldo got a little sloppy there for a moment and Oriola has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Daldo has managed to get both his arms back between Oriola's legs - danger averted.
Daldo advances to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Oriola is not content to let Daldo control the position.
Oriola trying to control from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Moese Daldo dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Oriola gets caught flat footed, as Daldo shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Oriola has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Daldo is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Oriola.
Oriola tries to control but Daldo manages to take his back.
Daldo keeps control of the position as Oriola tries to break free.
Oriola trying to control the action but Daldo just sinks the hooks in.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Daldo has the hooks in. Oriola is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T1##SUB#
Daldo looking for the RNC.
Oriola tries to escape but Daldo has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Daldo is not going to allow Oriola to sit and survive in this position.
Oriola looking very determined here, making life difficult for Daldo.
Moese Daldo overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
Oriola rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Oriola moves into full guard.
Oriola wants to sweep but no luck.
Oriola keeping moving, preventing Daldo from controlling successfully.
Oriola looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T3##SUB2#
Oriola looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Daldo passes into half guard.
Daldo seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Oriola wants to improve his position but Daldo is controlling well.
Oriola trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Oriola looking for subs from the bottom but Daldo mounts him!
Oriola slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T4#
Oriola is looking to get back to full guard here but Daldo has managed to pass to side control instead.
Oriola is trying to work for a sweep but Daldo has mounted him!
Daldo takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Oriola can't escape the position.
#SUB#
Oriola tries to improve his position but Daldo has taken his back! Daldo has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Oriola tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Daldo pushes Oriola away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Moese Daldo!
In his post fight interview, Moese Daldo started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
JBL 4 Takashi vs Sireika
Date: Aug 11, 2018 |
#R1#
Good throws a head kick that misses #TD#
and Oriola counters with a nice double leg into side control. Good won't be happy with that. #SUB#
Oriola has an Americana. Good didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Oriola is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Oriola hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Diego Oriola!
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Event:
Gladitorius Maximus
Date: Jul 06, 2018 |
#R1#
Severn lands a right hook to the body.
Oriola slaps away a takedown attempt from Severn, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Oriola displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Severn.
Oriola avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Oriola attempts a counter takedown but Severn avoids it well and moves away.
Severn works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Severn sizes up Oriola with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Severn looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Severn fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Diego Oriola has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Tyler Severn.
Severn shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Oriola sprawls well. Oriola wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Severn gets slowly back to his feet.
Oriola changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T1#
Severn fails to land with a series of punches.
Oriola changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Tyler Severn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Severn is looking to clinch but Oriola is avoiding it.
Severn checks the leg kick nicely there.
Severn lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.
Oriola avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Severn looks for a takedown but Oriola sprawls well.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Severn looks to land a combination but Oriola avoids it well.
Severn misses with a takedown #TD#
and Oriola decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Severn's guard.
Oriola tries to free his leg and advance position but Severn is retaining full guard.
Oriola throws a big elbow that misses.
Severn can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Oriola controls the pace.#SUB#
Oriola drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Oriola jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Oriola slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Severn is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #T3##SUB#
Oriola 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.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters - he looks like he's thinking about a standup.#SUB2#
Severn looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Oriola is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Severn doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD#
and Oriola decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Severn's guard.#ES2#
Severn is edging up against the cage. He's using the cage to get back to his feet. Nice work there - the fighters are clinched. #T4#
Severn is trying to break the clinch but Oriola has him pressed against the cage.
Oriola prevents a takedown attempt there.
Severn jumps guard but Oriola turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Oriola goes for a takedown in the clinch but Severn prevents it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
With the fighters up against the cage, Severn throws an elbow but misses.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Tyler Severn will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2#
Severn tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Oriola defends well and Severn ends up having to push Oriola into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Oriola drops down looking for a counter takedown but Severn sprawls and moves away.
Tyler Severn is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Oriola swats away the attempt to clinch by Severn.
Oriola feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Severn moves in looking to clinch but Oriola pushes him off.
No luck for Severn with that takedown attempt.
Oriola feinted with a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Severn swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Oriola tries to counter with a takedown but Severn is quick to defend against it.
Severn tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Oriola paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Severn tries to clinch but Oriola moves out of range.
Oriola half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.#T1#
Severn tries to clinch but Oriola moves away #TD#
and Oriola counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Oriola.
Oriola tries to free his leg and advance position but Severn is retaining full guard.
Oriola won't allow Severn to get back to his feet.
Oriola content to stall in guard here.
Severn is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Oriola advances position into side control!#T2##SUB#
Oriola looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Severn is trying to get back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
You can see the frustration on Severn's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Oriola controls the position. #T3#
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
Oriola trying to control the action but Severn is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#CL2#
Severn closes the distance and pushes Oriola back into the cage.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Oriola tries for a takedown. No joy.
#TD#
Oriola has clasped his hands together around Severn's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done.
Severn is being controlled here. #SUB#
Oriola is trying to get an arm triangle but Severn is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Oriola controlling the position from side mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Diego Oriola dominated that second round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.
#R3#
Severn throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD#
and Oriola counters with a single leg into guard. Severn didn't expect that.
Oriola wants to control from the top but Severn keeps moving.
Oriola stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Severn swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Oriola prevents Severn from getting back to his feet.
Severn being controlled here, momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Severn looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Oriola trying to control the position from guard on top but Severn is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Severn fails to land the takedown.
Oriola half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Oriola keeps the fight on the outside.
Severn is looking to clinch.
Oriola half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Oriola has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#T2#
Severn scores with a nice strike.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Severn enables Oriola to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Severn manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Oriola has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB#
Oriola thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Oriola thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Severn working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Oriola doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oriola manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Severn takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#SUB#
Oriola 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. #T3##SUB2#
Oriola avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Oriola is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Severn looking to control.
It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.
Oriola is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Severn is looking to clinch.
Oriola attempts a counter takedown but Severn avoids it well and moves away.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Severn shoots for a takedown but Oriola saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Oriola attempts a counter takedown but Severn avoids it well and moves away.
Severn wants to clinch#TD#
and Oriola counters with a single leg into guard. Severn didn't expect that.
Oriola slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Diego Oriola showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Oriola 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 Richard Clark scores the fight 30:28
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Diego Oriola!
In defeat, Tyler Severn stepped up to the mic, saying 'I'm sorry to all my fans. I've dissapointed you all. But don't worry I'll work harder and harder for my next fight.'.
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