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Event:
CACC 89
Date: May 16, 2020 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between LeBron James (ranked 3281 p4p, 331 weight class) and Dmitri Zaitsev (ranked 1649 p4p, 189 weight class). The atmosphere really building for this one as we go over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; LeBron James! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Dmitri Zaitsev!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Timothy Bukovac.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
James closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Zaitsev to the mat! Zaitsev manages to get full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: James (2) vs (0) Zaitsev
Zaitsev keeping moving, preventing James from controlling successfully.
Zaitsev trying to keep a closed guard but James is proving a slippery customer.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Zaitsev is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: James (2) vs (2) Zaitsev
Zaitsev drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and James dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: James (4) vs (2) Zaitsev
Zaitsev looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Zaitsev keeping full guard, as James tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zaitsev seems keen to control James's posture.
James thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
James passes Zaitsev's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Zaitsev is looking for a sweep. James is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Zaitsev trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but James manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: James (7) vs (2) Zaitsev
Zaitsev really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
James is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Zaitsev to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Zaitsev shrugs it off.
James fails to advance to Zaitsev's back.
Zaitsev 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: James (7) vs (4) Zaitsev
James controls Zaitsev momentarily but Zaitsev frees himself.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Zaitsev pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. James is keeping the position for now.
Zaitsev trying to control the position from guard on top but James is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zaitsev tries to free his leg and advance position but James is retaining 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.
James pulls Zaitsev in close to prevent any damage.
James keeping full guard, as Zaitsev tries to pass.
Zaitsev wants to control from the top but James keeps moving.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Zaitsev looking to sit in guard and control but James gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: James (9) vs (4) Zaitsev
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Zaitsev looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
James trying to control the position from guard on top but Zaitsev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zaitsev looking for a sweep. Not yet Zaitsev, not yet.
James wants to pass the guard but Zaitsev is keeping the position.
We've been informed that Zaitsev has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
James content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Zaitsev has locked up a guillotine! Zaitsev's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? James is holding on here and Zaitsev must be using up a lot of energy. James has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Zaitsev gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Dmitri Zaitsev!
An out of breath Dmitri Zaitsev 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 15, 2020 |
#R1#
Rytj shoots and misses #TD#
and James counters with a takedown into side control.
Rytj tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
Rytj tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB#
James jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Rytj manages to avoid the submission attempt.
James passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Rytj! #SUB#
Rytj tries to improve his position but James has taken his back! James has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Rytj tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! James pushes Rytj away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). LeBron James!
LeBron James got down on his knees post fight and begged the management for a title shot. 'Please, I want that title shot so bad! Give it to me!'
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Event:
PL MMA 27 Inarritu vs Erikson
Date: Apr 03, 2020 |
#R1##TD2#
James darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
James tries to pass the half guard into mount. Goldstein knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
James is keen to just control but Goldstein is a slippery customer.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
James is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
James thows a huge punch but Goldstein dodges it nicely.
James is trying to control. Goldstein wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
James is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
James tries to pass the half guard into mount. Goldstein knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T1#
Goldstein is looking for a sweep. James is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Goldstein pushes James off looking to stand but James dives back in and keeps control.
James is looking to advance position but Goldstein won't allow it. #SUB2#
James seems to be looking for submissions.
James is trying to control the action in half guard but Goldstein is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Goldstein is holding on to half guard well.
James wants to control but Goldstein is keeping him busy. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
James wants to free his trapped foot but Goldstein is holding on for dear life with his legs. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Goldstein shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat.
James is looking to sweep but instead, Goldstein has passed into half guard.
Goldstein slips a nice elbow through James's hands, connecting with James's forehead.#SUB#
Goldstein is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
James trying to control here.
#T3#
James regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Goldstein.
James wants to sweep but no luck.
James has Goldstein pulled in close to control his posture.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
James's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Goldstein wants to get up but he can't break James's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Goldstein wants to control from the top but James keeps moving. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
James shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Goldstein seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
James doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Goldstein counters with a two punch combo. #TD2#
James is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Goldstein's half guard.
James seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Goldstein does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
James is working for a kimura but Goldstein is defending it quite comfortably.
Goldstein trying to control but James postures up.
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 Samson Goldstein will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
James fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Goldstein enables James to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Goldstein manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Goldstein preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Goldstein pulls James in close to his closed guard and prevents James from doing any damage or advancing position.
James is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Goldstein looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
James drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Goldstein dives on top into guard.#REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw James working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
James passes to side control. #T1#
Goldstein tries to buck James off but James is having none of it.
James trying to control the action but Goldstein is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
James looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Goldstein is looking to regain half guard here but James keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
James working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
James is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Goldstein has escaped the position, nice work there.
James wants to lay and pray for a moment but Goldstein keeps working.
Goldstein prevents James from improving position.
Goldstein pushes James away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, James gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#T3##SUB2#
James is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Goldstein has escaped the position, nice work there.
James prevents Goldstein from escaping the position.
Goldstein is trying to control James's posture but James avoids it. #SUB2#
James thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Goldstein wants to control but James postures up.
James trying to control the action but Goldstein is working from the bottom.
If this pace continues, the referee will definitely step in and force a standup.
LeBron James has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Goldstein struggling a bit here.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
James looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Goldstein is fending him off so far but James persists. Nope, Goldstein circles away and we're back to standing.
James tries to score a power double leg takedown but Goldstein sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten James somewhat.
Samson Goldstein has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of LeBron James.
Goldstein shoots in and drives through. James sprawls well.
Goldstein throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Samson Goldstein is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Goldstein has managed to clinch.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The referee is keeping an eye on Goldstein - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
James wants a takedown.
#TD2#
James works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
LeBron James showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Goldstein clinches up against the cage.#TD2#
James lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
James stops Goldstein from getting back to his feet.
Goldstein is pressing down on James's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
James stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Goldstein swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Goldstein wants to sweep here but James controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
James has gone for a leg lock! Goldstein slips out almost immediately though and dives into James's guard.#REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goldstein wants to get up but he can't break James's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #T1#
Goldstein in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
James controlling the position.
James tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Goldstein passes easily into side control. Nice work.
James wants to control but Goldstein postures up.
James is looking for a sweep.
Goldstein wants to lay and pray for a moment but James keeps working. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
James is looking for a sweep.
Goldstein tries to stand but James is controlling his head.
Goldstein just content to control the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
James shoots in for a takedown but Goldstein shows good takedown defense.
James fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
James takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#CL#
Goldstein closes the distance and pushes James back into the cage.#BC#
Goldstein breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#CL#
James tries to keep at a distance but Goldstein has taken the fight into the clinch.#T3#
James tries to score a body lock takedown but Goldstein shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Samson Goldstein has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of LeBron James.#TD2#
James gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
James preventing the sweep.
James won't allow Goldstein to get back to his feet.
James trying to control the position from guard on top but Goldstein is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
James drops back, looking for a kneebar! Goldstein looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Goldstein looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Goldstein! #REVR##SU#
Goldstein decides to stand up, so the ref orders James to his feet. #T4##CL#
Goldstein closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Goldstein gets underhooks to prevent James's takedown attempt.
#TD#
Goldstein gets a trip takedown into half guard.
James moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
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!
Goldstein is looking to work some ground and pound but James has wrist control.
Goldstein preventing the sweep.
Goldstein engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Goldstein wants to control from the top but James keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
Samson Goldstein showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Goldstein 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 Chris Downing scores the fight 29:28
Judge Frank Dennis scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Samson Goldstein!
Samson Goldstein 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 87
Date: Sep 28, 2019 |
#R1#
James wants to clinch.
James gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#CUT2#
It looks like LeBron James has been cut.
We've been informed that Mircea 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.
James tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Mircea paws at him with a jab and circles away.
James will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Mircea looks to land a left hand but James moved out of range nicely.#CL#
James moves into range and clinches up with Mircea.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James wants a takedown but no success here.
James wants a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for LeBron James. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mircea tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A nice left hand lands by Mircea.
James is looking for a takedown.#BC2#
Mircea breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mircea displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from James.
Mircea was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.#T1#
James looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Mircea is fending him off so far but James persists. Nope, Mircea circles away and we're back to standing.
James shoots for a takedown but Mircea saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#TD#
Mircea gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows James to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Mircea wants to sweep but no luck.
James tries to free his leg and advance position but Mircea is retaining full guard.
James works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
James wants to work for an arm triangle but Mircea is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
James trying to control from half guard but Mircea is working away. #T2#
Mircea won't allow James to pass to mount. #SUB#
James is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
James is working for a submission of some sort.
James will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Mircea is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of James's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take James's back!#T3#
James is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
James just trying to survive but Mircea is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Good control from Mircea.
James tries to break free.
James trying to control the position but Mircea manages to sink in the hooks. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Mircea really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for James.
James manages to reverse the position and now he's in Mircea's guard. Nice work there by James.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
James trying to control but Mircea is working from the bottom.
James is really struggling to control Mircea but he's trying to hold on to the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandru Mircea dominated that round.
The cut man is working on LeBron James's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Mircea buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Mircea cracks James with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
James tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Mircea counters with a stiff right hand.
James tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Mircea was well out of range. Poor timing from James.
James checks a low kick from Mircea.
James has his takedown stuffed
letting Mircea counter with a right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mircea scores with a jab. James acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
James tries to close the distance and clinch up against the ropes but Mircea paws at him with a jab and circles away.
James tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Mircea counters with a straight right hand.#CUT2#
LeBron James's cut is getting worse.
Mircea displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from James.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Mircea! But no joy.#T1#
Mircea connects with a solid leg kick.
A slow jab from Mircea misses its intended target.
James scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
James with a lazy takedown attempt
and Mircea counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for LeBron James. That's going to take a lot out of him.
James doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Mircea makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
James takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
James takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Mircea fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Alexandru Mircea seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Mircea connects with an inside leg kick.#KD2#
Mircea sends James crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Mircea is motioning to the referee to let James up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mircea scores with a leg kick.
#T2#
James misses with a takedown
and Mircea counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Mircea buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Mircea pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #TD#
James closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Mircea to the mat! Mircea manages to get full guard.
James preventing the sweep.
Mircea has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Mircea is pulling down on James's head. It's preventing any offense from James, at least for the moment.
James won't allow Mircea to sweep him here. #T3#
James wants to pass the guard but Mircea is keeping the position.
Mircea tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Mircea working a defensive guard here.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
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.
Mircea pulls James in close to prevent any damage. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
James tries for a takedown but Mircea sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Mircea stuffs the takedown.#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
James closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CUT2#
LeBron James's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Mircea throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
James tries to clinch but fails miserably
and Mircea counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT2#
Jeez, LeBron James's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
James tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Mircea swivels and escapes.
James is trying hard to land a takedown here. Mircea sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
James stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Mircea.
James is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Mircea swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mircea misses with an uppercut.
James misses with a takedown
and Mircea counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Mircea lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Mircea 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexandru Mircea showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on LeBron James's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
James misses with a takedown
and Mircea counters with a nice body shot.
Mircea measures up his opponent and throws a superman punch that connects to the jaw! Down goes James! The ref steps in, and that's the ball game folks!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:15 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Superman Punch). Alexandru Mircea!
Our winner, Alexandru Mircea, 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:
Skrap Fights 80
Date: Sep 07, 2019 |
#R1##CL#
James moves into the clinch.
Martinyuk lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of James backwards.
James is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Martinyuk is defending well.#BC2#
Martinyuk pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
James clinches up with Martinyuk and pushes him back against the ropes.
James is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Martinyuk pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Martinyuk lands with a right to the head.
James goes for a takedown in the clinch but Martinyuk prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for LeBron James. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Martinyuk scores with a nice hook to the head.
James looking for a takedown.
Still in the clinch, James scores with a nice short uppercut.
Come on Martinyuk - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
Martinyuk misses with the head strike.
James scores with a shoulder strike.
Martinyuk prevents a takedown attempt there.
Martinyuk gets underhooks to prevent James's takedown attempt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Martinyuk misses with a punch on the inside.
James has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Martinyuk is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#T1#
James lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
A nice left hand lands by Martinyuk.
Martinyuk misses with the head strike.
James working aggressively here.
James drops down looking for an ankle pick but Martinyuk pulls his leg out and moves away.
Martinyuk fakes high and swings low for a body shot but James manages to avoid it.
Martinyuk defends well against a solid takedown attempt from James.
Martinyuk throws a big counter head kick but James avoids it with no problem.
James has a takedown stuffed.
Donk. Martinyuk catches James right on the button with a cross.#CUT2#
It looks like LeBron James has been cut.
Martinyuk tests James's chin there with a solid looking shot.
James ducks under a wild hook from Martinyuk.
Martinyuk scores with a shot to the body.
James shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Martinyuk sprawls well. Martinyuk wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. James gets slowly back to his feet.
Martinyuk doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T2#
Martinyuk swats away the attempt to clinch by James.
Martinyuk connects with a jab.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
James tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Martinyuk cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from James is defended easily by Martinyuk.#T3##TD#
James scores with a takedown into Martinyuk's guard.
James is pushing down on Martinyuk's leg trying to pass to half guard. Martinyuk is fighting to maintain full guard but James has managed to sneak the leg through.
James controlling the action here.
James is trying to control the action in half guard but Martinyuk is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
James looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB#
James wants to work for an arm triangle but Martinyuk is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
We've been hearing that James has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#T4#
Martinyuk is doing well to control the position and prevent James from advancing to side control.
James prevents Martinyuk from improving his position.#SUB#
James is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Martinyuk is just riding it out for now. James eventually gives up the hold.
James trying to control from half guard but Martinyuk is working away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Leonid Martinyuk dominated that round.
The cut man is working on LeBron James's cut.
That's time! James's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
James wants to clinch
and Martinyuk connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
James tries to clinch #KD2#
and Martinyuk counters with a crisp right hand that drops James! Martinyuk lets James back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#CUT2#
LeBron James's cut is getting worse.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from James.
Martinyuk throws out a counter right but James avoids it with no problem.
James keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Martinyuk pulls out of a head kick attempt.
James has his takedown stuffed
and Martinyuk 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.
Martinyuk slaps away a takedown attempt from James, before circling back to the center of the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for LeBron James. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Martinyuk misses with a head kick.
Martinyuk takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.#CUT2#
LeBron James's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.#T1#
James misses with a takedown attempt
and James takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
James tries to clinch but Martinyuk moves out of range.
Martinyuk scores with a sloppy right hand. James should have avoided that one.
Martinyuk has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
James has his takedown stuffed#KD2#
and Martinyuk counters with a crisp right hand that drops James! Martinyuk lets James back up to his feet, looking for a finish!#ROC2#
James is rocked!
LeBron James seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
James gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Martinyuk counters with a monster head kick that knocks James out cold! He topples like fallen a tree, crashing to the mat! Timbeeeeeerrr!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Leonid Martinyuk!
After the fight, Leonid Martinyuk was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 67
Date: Jul 26, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
James changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Zuev looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#SUB#
James tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no James has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
James wants to control but Zuev is keeping him busy.
James happy to just control the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zuev is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, James asserts his dominance and retains side control.#T1#
James wants to lay and pray for a moment but Zuev keeps working. #SUB#
James is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Zuev has escaped the position, nice work there.
James creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Zuev sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
James taking a breather here.
James tries to move to mount but Zuev blocks the move with his legs. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
James trying to control the action but Zuev is working from the bottom. #SUB#
James wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Zuev, who protects the arm well.
James is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Zuev is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the ropes but James has just dragged him back down to the mat.#T3##REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL#
James closes the distance and pushes Zuev back into the ropes.
Zuev with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Zuev working hard to break the clinch.
Zuev is pressed up against the ropes. James has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Zuev down to the mat. Zuev avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
James darts in and clinches Zuev up against the ropes.
A hook to the body from Zuev.
James is looking to take this one to the mat.#BC2#
Zuev pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
LeBron James seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
James shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Zuev defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for LeBron James. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4##TD#
James drives through with a takedown into guard.
James stops Zuev from standing up. #SUB#
James has gone for a leg lock! Zuev slips out almost immediately though and dives into James's guard.#REVB#
Zuev stops James from standing up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zuev wanted to stand there but James had control of the position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
LeBron James dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2##CL#
Zuev gets tackled into the ropes by James. James maintains the clinch.
Zuev with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Zuev stops a takedown attempt from James.
Our sources have told us that James has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Zuev has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Zuev is trying to push James away but James has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
James drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Zuev gets the underhooks and prevents it.
James drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Zuev gets the underhooks and prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for LeBron James. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Zuev has a couple of punches blocked by James.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zuev gets underhooks to prevent James's takedown attempt.
#BC2#
Zuev breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
James shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CUT2#
It looks like LeBron James has been cut.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#T1#
Zuev is pressed up against the ropes. James has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Zuev down to the mat. Zuev avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Zuev has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as James is landing a low percentage of strikes.
James walks into a left hand. #CL2#
Zuev has taken the fight to the clinch.
James misses with some punches.
#BC2#
Zuev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
James looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Zuev is fending him off so far but James persists. Nope, Zuev circles away and we're back to standing.#TD#
James looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
James looking to sit in guard and control but Zuev gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
James wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T2#
James has a closed guard, preventing Zuev from standing up.
Zuev won't allow James to sweep him here.
Zuev wants to stand and escape but instead James has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR##T3#
James is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
James wants to pass the guard but Zuev is keeping the position.
James trying to control the position from guard on top but Zuev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
James controlling from the top position.
James trying to control the position from guard on top but Zuev is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Zuev is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
James shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Zuev but Zuev pushes him off and we're back to square one.
James is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Zuev thows a left - swing and a miss! #TD#
James feints and as Zuev raises his hands in defense, James changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Zuev keeping full guard, as James tries to pass.
Zuev keeping moving, preventing James from controlling successfully.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Alexander Zuev showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on LeBron James's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R3#
James shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Zuev defends it nicely.
Zuev circles away from the clinch attempt.
Zuev looks like he wants to counter punch here.
James on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Zuev swats away the attempt to clinch by James.
James fails in his attempt to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James has his takedown stuffed
and Zuev counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Zuev cracks a nice hook into James's ribs.
Zuev misses with an uppercut. James saw that one coming.
James changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#T1##CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Zuev lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards. #BC2#
Zuev's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Nice defenses there by James.
James tries to clinch
letting Zuev counter with a right hand.
Zuev lands with a hook. James tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CUT2#
LeBron James's cut is getting worse.
Alexander Zuev is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
James tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Zuev defends well and James ends up having to push Zuev into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Zuev throws out a counter right but James avoids it with no problem.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for LeBron James. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Zuev catches James with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Zuev throws a big shot that misses.
James dodges the punch combination from Zuev.
James changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
A telegraphed right hand from Zuev misses the target.
LeBron James has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
James looks to score with a jab to the body but Zuev is just out of range.
Zuev circles away from the clinch attempt.
#CL#
James closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Zuev gets underhooks to prevent James's takedown attempt.
James lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Alexander Zuev seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Zuev wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but James has him pressed against the ropes.
James has Zuev pressed up against the ropes and is working for takedown. Zuev manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Zuev is trying to break the clinch but James has him pressed against the ropes. #BC2#
Zuev escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Nice takedown defense from Zuev. No joy for James on that attempt.
Zuev throws a body punch but James moves out of range.
James looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Zuev has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD#
James shoots in and gets a takedown into Zuev's guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T3#
James won't allow Zuev to get back to his feet.
James tries to free his leg and advance position but Zuev is retaining full guard.
Zuev wants to stand up but James is controlling him.
James wants to control from the top but Zuev keeps moving.
James chips away with some ground and pound.
Alexander Zuev is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Zuev keeping moving, preventing James from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Alexander Zuev seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
James tries to clinch up
letting Zuev counter with a right hand.
Zuev has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Zuev displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as James throws out the jab.
James gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Zuev.
James walks into a jab.
James with a lazy takedown attempt
and Zuev counters with a nice uppercut.
Zuev connects with the punch.
James swings and misses with a hook to the body.
James misses with a left hand
and Zuev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A looping hook to the body misses from James. Zuev does a little dance to reset his feet.
Zuev throws out a counter right but James avoids it with no problem.
And that's the end of the fight!
Alexander Zuev comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Zuev 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 Chris Downing scores the fight for Alexander Zuev!
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight for Alexander Zuev!
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight for Alexander Zuev!
Alexander Zuev wins by unanimous decision!
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Event:
Skrap Fights 58
Date: Jun 22, 2019 |
#R1#
James tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Creation manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Creation is looking for the big counter here.
James with a poor takedown
letting Creation counter with a right hand.
James closes the distance and clinches up with Creation, looking for a takedown. James pushes Creation against the ropes but Creation circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Creation flicks out a counter leg kick but James steps away.
James shoots in for a takedown but Creation shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Creation was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for LeBron James. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
James shoots in and gets a takedown into Creation's guard.
James won't allow Creation to get back to his feet.
Creation wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and James manages to pass to side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Creation is trying to stand back up but James is controlling him
#T1#
James is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Creation is looking to escape.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
No luck with that takedown attempt from James. #CL#
James fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Creation, pushing him back against the ropes.
Creation is trying to break the clinch but James has him pressed against the ropes. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
James keeps control of Creation as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Creation has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
James scores with a nice hook to the head.
James scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Nice elbow from James. #CUT#
It looks like Delirious Creation has been cut.#BC2#
Creation pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
James has his takedown stuffed
and Creation cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
James with a lazy takedown attempt
and Creation makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
James with a poor takedown
and Creation counters with a stiff right hand.
James throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Creation's waist but Creation gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing James off to one side. #CL#
Creation tries to keep at a distance but James has taken the fight into the clinch.
James prevents Creation from breaking the clinch.#T3#
Creation tries to break free but James pushes him back against the ropes.
Creation tries to break free but James pushes him back against the ropes.
Creation tries to circle away but James has him pinned against the ropes.
Creation wants to break free but James has control.
James tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Creation wants to break free but James has control.
James is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Creation pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Creation is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Creation working hard to break the clinch.#TD#
James works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
James stops Creation from standing up.
James trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Creation wants to get back to his feet but James is in a dominant position and won't allow it. #T4#
James is stalling in the full guard.
Creation is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
James is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD#
James drives through with a takedown into guard.
Creation is wriggling around but James manages to pass to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#REVB#
Creation is looking to escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
LeBron James dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Delirious Creation's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Nice sprawl there from Creation as James shoots in.#TD#
Creation gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows James to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Creation is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Creation is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
LeBron James overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.#T1##REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL#
James closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the ropes.
James makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Creation wants to break free but James has control.
James misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Creation working hard to break the clinch.
James lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Creation working hard to break the clinch.
Creation tries to break free but James pushes him back against the ropes.
Creation gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from James.
#BC2#
Creation escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
James darts in and clinches Creation up against the ropes.#T2##BC2#
Creation breaks from the clinch.
James shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Creation as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for LeBron James. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
James moves into the clinch successfully.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Creation.
James lands a hook that snaps the head of Creation backwards.
James prevents Creation from breaking the clinch.
James lands with a right to the head. #ROC#
Creation is rocked!
A right hook to the body lands for James.
Creation is still on wobbly legs! Can James finish him?
This has been an exciting period of action!
James lands a big right hand that drops Creation! The killer instinct kicks in and James finishes his opponent with a series of strikes from mount. A dominating finish by James!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:46 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). LeBron James!
During a confident post fight interview, LeBron James thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 49
Date: May 18, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
Zuev shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. James manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
James is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
James is pulling down on Zuev's head. It's preventing any offense from Zuev, at least for the moment.
Zuev trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but James manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
James looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
James is still trying to improve position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T1#
James slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
James passes Zuev's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Zuev wants to control but James is keeping busy and won't allow it.
James missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Zuev is looking to get back to full guard here but James has managed to pass to side control instead.
Zuev is looking to regain half guard here but James keeps moving and retains side control. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.#SUB2#
James thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Zuev is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
James looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Zuev is trying to improve his position.
Zuev is not content to let James control the position.
Zuev is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.#T3#
Zuev keeps James under control for a moment.#SUB2#
James is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Zuev is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
You can see the frustration on Zuev's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
James tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no James has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
James is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Zuev is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T4#
Zuev regains half guard there - taking advantage of James's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
James stops Zuev from getting back to his feet.
Zuev trying to control here.
Zuev has a hand on James's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. James takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zuev tries to lock up and control but James gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
LeBron James dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##TD#
Zuev scores with a takedown into James's guard.
James is looking to sweep but instead, Zuev has passed into half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Zuev trying to mount his opponent but James defends it.
James is trying to control but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Zuev is staying active.
James wants to improve his position but Zuev is controlling well.
#T1#
Zuev stalling away here and it's allowed James to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Zuev looking to sit in guard and control but James gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
James won't allow Zuev to get back to his feet.
James has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
James passes Zuev's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
James is figuring out what he wants to do next.
It looks like James is going to stand back up.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with James in particular looking to stall.#T2#
James trying to pass the guard but Zuev defending well.
James is keen to just control but Zuev is a slippery customer.
James passes to full mount! #SUB2#
James wants to finish this one by submission but Zuev is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from James.
James wants to control the pace but Zuev is squirming around nicely. #SUB2#
James looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
My spies in Doherty's Gym inform me that James has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T3##SUB2#
Zuev tries to control James's head but James pushes him back down and moves quickly to lock up an arm here - he's swung around for an armbar! Will he get it??? Yes! Zuev is tapping out! Lovely Jiu Jitsu there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (armbar). LeBron James!
LeBron James 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 05, 2018 |
#R1#
James is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kothciushco sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
James fails with the takedown
and Kothciushco counters with a lovely straight right hand!#CL#
James gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Kothciushco utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.#TD#
James is trying to trip Kothciushco. He has hold of a leg but Kothciushco is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. James persists though and gets the takedown into guard.
Kothciushco wants to sweep but no luck.
James trying to control but Kothciushco is working from the bottom.
Kothciushco striking off his back but it's not causing James any problems.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James trying to control but Kothciushco is working from the bottom.
James tries to free his leg and advance position but Kothciushco is retaining full guard.
James 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.#T1#
James wants to control from the top but Kothciushco keeps moving.
Kothciushco bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in James's guard. #REVB#
Kothciushco must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SU2#
Kothciushco decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on James, up you get! #CL#
James instigates a clinch.
James can't get the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for LeBron James. That's going to take a lot out of him.
James tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
James looking for a takedown.
A nice right hand lands inside from Kothciushco.
Kothciushco lands with a short shot to the head.
James tries to score a body lock takedown but Kothciushco shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Kothciushco lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
#CUT2#
It looks like LeBron James has been cut.#T2#
Kothciushco lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Kothciushco is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
James tries to score a body lock takedown but Kothciushco shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
James has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Kothciushco is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
James is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kothciushco is defending well.
Kothciushco content to slow the pace in the clinch.
James drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Kothciushco gets the underhooks and prevents it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
James has Kothciushco pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Kothciushco manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
James is breathing heavily.#TD#
James gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. #SUB#
James is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Kothciushco is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Kothciushco has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
James trying to keep a closed guard but Kothciushco is proving a slippery customer.
#T3#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Kothciushco tries to free his leg and advance position but James is retaining full guard. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SU2#
James is working an open guard so Kothciushco takes the opportunity to get back to his feet.
Kothciushco keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
James looks for a takedown but Kothciushco sprawls well.
Kothciushco fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
LeBron James seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
James looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Kothciushco!#SUB#
James looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
James looking to control but instead Kothciushco has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Krzysztof Kothciushco dominated that round.
The cut man is working on LeBron James's cut.
That's time! James's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
James ducks under a wild hook from Kothciushco.
James tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kothciushco swivels and escapes.
Kothciushco smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Kothciushco cracks the inside of James's front leg.
James takes one on the button.#TD#
James gets a double leg takedown into Kothciushco's guard.
James wants to pass the guard but Kothciushco is keeping the position.
James trying to control the position from guard on top but Kothciushco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kothciushco has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
James tries to free his leg and advance position but Kothciushco is retaining full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kothciushco is breathing heavily.
Kothciushco keeping moving, preventing James from controlling successfully. #T1#
James wants to pass the guard but Kothciushco is keeping the position.
James looking to sit in guard and control but Kothciushco gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kothciushco won't allow James to sweep him here.
James is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kothciushco wanted to stand there but James had control of the position. #T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Kothciushco stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. James swivels though and keeps the full guard.
James is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##SUB#
James is looking for a kimura but Kothciushco is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for James to get the leverage.
Kothciushco is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
James is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Kothciushco doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time James. #T3#
James is trying to control the action in half guard but Kothciushco is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Kothciushco keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Kothciushco is looking for a sweep. James is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
James passes to side control. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
James wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Kothciushco, who protects the arm well.
James trying to control the action but Kothciushco is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
James looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that LeBron James will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on LeBron James's cut.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
James shoots in for a takedown but Kothciushco shows good takedown defense. #CL2#
Kothciushco has closed the distance and engaged James in a clinch.
#TD#
James lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
#ES2#
Kothciushco kicks James off and gets back to his feet.#CL#
Kothciushco tries to keep at a distance but James has taken the fight into the clinch.
James with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Kothciushco lands a hook to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
James has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Kothciushco is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Kothciushco throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Kothciushco working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
James tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for LeBron James. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Kothciushco pushes James back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
A shot in the inside from Kothciushco.
Kothciushco pushes James back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.#T1##BC2#
Kothciushco pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
James misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Kothciushco has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as James is landing a low percentage of strikes.
James has his takedown stuffed
and Kothciushco counters with a one-two to the body.
Kothciushco scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Kothciushco lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as James backs up against the cage.
No luck with that takedown attempt from James.
A little jabbing left from Kothciushco on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
That kick from Kothciushco tenderised James's leg. James is trying to keep his angry face on.#CL#
Kothciushco tries to keep at a distance but James has taken the fight into the clinch.
James has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kothciushco avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.#T2#
Kothciushco lands a nice uppercut.
A nice left hand lands by Kothciushco.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kothciushco is pressed up against the cage. James has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Kothciushco down to the mat. Kothciushco avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Kothciushco gets tackled into the cage by James. James maintains the clinch.
Kothciushco pushes James back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
James wants to take the fight to the mat but Kothciushco manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Kothciushco connects with a nasty looking knee right to James's face.
#TD#
James is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Kothciushco can't fight it off and eventually James manages to take the fight to the floor. Kothciushco looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Kothciushco keeping moving, preventing James from controlling successfully.
Kothciushco lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB##T3#
James looking for a sweep. Not yet James, not yet.
LeBron James overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
James pulls Kothciushco in close to his closed guard and prevents Kothciushco from doing any damage or advancing position.
James not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Kothciushco scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
James is trying to keep Kothciushco in close.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Krzysztof Kothciushco seems to be getting the better of the standup.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
James is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Kothciushco gets through James's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
James is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Kothciushco gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Krzysztof Kothciushco comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Kothciushco 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 Skip Squint scores the fight 28:29
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 28:29
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Krzysztof Kothciushco!
A victorious Krzysztof Kothciushco thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 03, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
James shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Kwiecinski manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
Kwiecinski wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and James manages to pass to side control. #REVB#
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.#SUB#
James seems to be looking for submissions.
James seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kwiecinski does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SU#
James decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kwiecinski lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but James circles away quickly and effectively.
Kwiecinski misses with a wild body shot. #TD#
James shoots in and bounces Kwiecinski off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
Kwiecinski can't keep his opponent in guard - James advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Kwiecinski looks winded!#T1##SUB#
Kwiecinski is defending against the submission attempts here by James.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
James moves nicely into side control. #SUB#
James is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kwiecinski is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
James has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Kwiecinski!#T2##SUB#
James working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
James can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kwiecinski is looking to escape. #SUB#
James working for a guillotine from mount but Kwiecinski is in no mood to give up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
James with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Kwiecinski really doesn't want to stay on the ground with James. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
This has been an exciting period of action!
James lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Kwiecinski hang on?#T3#
James can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kwiecinski is looking to escape. #SUB#
James working for a submission but Kwiecinski is keeping him at bay. #SUB#
James working from mount. He moves in close and looks like he might be going for an arm triangle... He's hopped off to the side and he's transitioned into an Anaconda choke. Kwiecinski turning a nasty shade of purple. He's refusing to tap but he's gone! He's out! The ref rips James off and cradles Kwiecinski's limp body as James celebrates with his corner.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Anaconda Choke). LeBron James!
LeBron James thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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