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Event:
CTMMA 20: Kasai Vs Salazar
Date: Jun 24, 2022 |
#R1# Buckeye avoids a punch combination nicely.
Nice uppercut lands for Buckeye. That snapped Ulfriksson's head back.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it! Buckeye takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Buckeye getting the better of the striking in that exchange. The fighters circling - Ulfriksson throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Ulfriksson ducks right into an uppercut from Buckeye. Ulfriksson tries to clinch up but Buckeye circles away and keeps his distance. Buckeye darts in and out, connecting with a jab. Ulfriksson takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness. Ulfriksson tries to clinch but Buckeye is having none of it. Buckeye lands with a straight right. Ulfriksson didn't see that one coming. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Ulfriksson wants to slow Buckeye down by chopping away at his legs. It looked like Buckeye wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Nice shot lands for Buckeye. Buckeye tests Ulfriksson's chin there with a solid looking shot. Buckeye jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Ulfriksson throws a body kick that misses and Buckeye counters with a stiff right hand. Donk. Buckeye catches Ulfriksson right on the button with a cross.#ROC#Ulfriksson is rocked! The crowd cheers as Buckeye lands an impressive looking overhand right. Ulfriksson doesn't seem phased though. Ulfriksson is still on wobbly legs! Can Buckeye finish him?#T1# Ulfriksson displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Buckeye throws out the jab. Ulfriksson seems to have recovered his senses. Ulfriksson misses with a takedown attempt - Buckeye sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Buckeye with a jab. Buckeye scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Buckeye scores with a punch to the head. Ulfriksson wants to clinch but Buckeye slips to the side and Buckeye cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. A shot to the body from Ulfriksson misses letting Buckeye counter with a right hand. Buckeye is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. Ulfriksson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Buckeye is looking to counter punch. Buckeye connects with the punch. A telegraphed right hand from Buckeye misses the target. Ulfriksson tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #KD# Buckeye drops his shoulder and cracks Ulfriksson with a huge uppercut! Ulfriksson goes down! Can Buckeye finish him?
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Buckeye content to stall in guard here. Buckeye working some strikes from top position. Buckeye slips nicely into half guard.#T2##SUB# Buckeye in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Ulfriksson tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Buckeye!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jab Buckeye! Jab Buckeye thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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CTMMA 19: Grang Vs Toryiama
Date: May 20, 2022 |
#R1# Buckeye fakes a jab and then connects with a hook. Nice shot by Buckeye. Buckeye cracks Dent with a good jab. Buckeye digs a good hook to Dent's body.
Buckeye cracks Dent with an open hand slap. Buckeye connects with a crisp jab. Buckeye works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. A cross from Buckeye lands. Buckeye lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Buckeye!
Buckeye uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Dent has time to react. Dent takes one to the side of the head.
Buckeye looks to land a combination. Dent sees it coming but can only parry a couple of the shots. Buckeye lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. Dent takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#T1# Buckeye lands a nice looking body shot.
Buckeye fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Dent looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Dent misses with a straight right. Dent takes one on the button. Buckeye works Dent's body with a nice hook. Buckeye scores with a sloppy right hand. Dent should have avoided that one. Buckeye comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. Buckeye dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Jab Buckeye seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Buckeye 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.
Buckeye lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw. Buckeye looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio. Buckeye changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. This has been an exciting period of action! Buckeye bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut. Buckeye connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T2# Dent takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Buckeye works the jab nicely. Buckeye scores with a nice strike. Dent throws a jab but it's blocked by Buckeye. Buckeye cracks Dent with a right hand to the side of the head. Dent on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Buckeye jabs Dent right on the nose. Dent blinks but takes it well. Buckeye changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Buckeye leaves Dent with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Buckeye catches Dent with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Buckeye bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Dent's head.#T3# Buckeye scores with the left hand. Dent knows he should have avoided that one. Dent takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. Buckeye stuns Dent with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range. Buckeye digs a good body shot into Dent's ribs. Buckeye scores with a jab to the head.
Jab Buckeye is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Dent fails with a takedown attempt. Buckeye cracks Dent with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Buckeye lands a nice shot to the body.
Buckeye lands with an overhand left.#T4# Dent gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Buckeye. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Buckeye with a nice cross. Buckeye throws a shot to the body.
Good exchange - Buckeye coming out on top. Buckeye dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Buckeye jabs at Dent's body. Buckeye connects with a right hand. Dent shakes it off. Dent shoots in for a double leg but Buckeye sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Buckeye drops down looking for a counter takedown but Dent sprawls and moves away. Jab Buckeye has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bobby Dent. Buckeye scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Buckeye lands a slapping body shot.
Buckeye throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Dent stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Dent tries to score a power double leg takedown but Buckeye sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Dent somewhat. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jab Buckeye dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2# Dent fails with the takedown. Buckeye tries to counter with a takedown but Dent is quick to defend against it. Dent tries for a takedown but Buckeye sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Buckeye punishes Dent's body with a nice straight punch. Nice straight punches there by Buckeye. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Buckeye. Buckeye jabs at Dent's body. Buckeye with a hook. Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Dent might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Buckeye has got the better of the exchanges. Buckeye is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Buckeye wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye scores with a nice right hand.
Dent takes a body punch but keeps moving. Dent misses with a leg kick #TD# and Buckeye counters with a shoot takedown. Dent fights it but they end up in guard. This has been an exciting period of action! Buckeye sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T1# Buckeye trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2# Dent working for a triangle but Buckeye defends it easily.
Buckeye controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Dent trying to keep a closed guard but Buckeye is proving a slippery customer.
Buckeye sitting in guard, not really doing much. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Nice uppercut there from Buckeye. Dent takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Buckeye lands a right hook to the body.
Dent takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.#T3# A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Dent. Buckeye drops down looking for a counter takedown but Dent sprawls and moves away. Jab Buckeye has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bobby Dent. Good standup being displayed there by Buckeye as he connects with a hook. Buckeye digs a good hook to Dent's body.
Dent doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. Jab Buckeye is winning the standup battle so far. Buckeye connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Buckeye slips under a jab. Dent is trying desperately to land a takedown but Buckeye is having absolutely none of it. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare for Dent. Dent takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Dent throws a right and a left that both miss. Buckeye stuffs the takedown. Dent takes one to the side of the head.
#T4# Dent walks into a stiff left hand from Buckeye. Dent takes one on the chin but seems OK.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Buckeye connects with a body shot that sends Dent's belly button to the back. Dent has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Buckeye scores with the left hand. Dent knows he should have avoided that one. #ROC#Dent is rocked! Dent is holding his hands too far apart here. Buckeye throws a hard, straight punch right down the pipe and BOOM! Dent is out! That punch landed square on the jaw - what a shot!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:29 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jab Buckeye! Jab Buckeye decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. Bobby Dent spoke after the fight, saying 'Someone must of spiked my tea because I should of won this fight.'. |
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CTBA: Gordon Vs Thighpunch
Date: May 13, 2022 |
#R1# IronSide fails in his attempt to clinch. IronSide fails in his attempt to clinch. Nice straight punches there by Buckeye. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Buckeye. Buckeye ducks down and throws a hook to the body. IronSide is looking to clinch but Buckeye is avoiding it.
Buckeye connects with a jab. IronSide swings away with a leg kick that misses. Buckeye is looking to counter punch. Jab Buckeye seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. IronSide takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. A jab from Buckeye does it's job there. IronSide blocks a jab. Buckeye pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Buckeye is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range. Buckeye lands a straight punch to the body, keeping IronSide at a distance.
Buckeye lands a body shot.
Buckeye connects with a right hand. IronSide shakes it off. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Buckeye misses with a looping right. Buckeye throws an uppercut from half a mile away. IronSide sees it coming and avoids it easily. Jab Buckeye is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1# Buckeye scores with a decent looking hook. Nice uppercut lands for Buckeye. That snapped IronSide's head back.
IronSide moves away from the strike by Buckeye. IronSide avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Buckeye is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. Buckeye lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Buckeye lands a jab to the head.
The fighters circle momentarily. Buckeye darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Buckeye throws a jab when IronSide was well out of range. IronSide on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Buckeye cracks a nice hook into IronSide's ribs. IronSide wants to clinch but Buckeye slips to the side and Buckeye counters with a lovely straight right hand! Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Buckeye works IronSide's body with a nice hook. Buckeye throws a jab when IronSide was well out of range. IronSide's coach down at Kalashnikov ELITE MMA Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on IronSide's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight. Buckeye swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and IronSide counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. #T2# Buckeye with a body punch. A glancing blow. IronSide walks into a straight right hand from Buckeye. Buckeye lands a lovely overhand right. Buckeye looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio. Buckeye lands a lovely overhand right. A looping hook to the body misses from Buckeye. IronSide does a little dance to reset his feet. Buckeye scores with a decent looking hook. IronSide throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Buckeye scores with a nice head shot. IronSide throws a lazy head kick and Buckeye connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. IronSide takes a body punch but keeps moving. IronSide takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Buckeye connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed IronSide momentarily.
Buckeye connects with a crisp jab. Buckeye throws a jab when IronSide was well out of range. IronSide only half commits to the counter leg kick.#T3# A shot to the liver by Buckeye. Beautiful body shot. IronSide on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Buckeye misses with a straight right. IronSide tries to clinch but Buckeye moves out of range. Buckeye swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Good shot there by Buckeye. IronSide takes one to the side of the head.
IronSide misses with a head kick.
Buckeye lands with a nice body punch. Buckeye connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. Jab, jab by Buckeye - just one landing. #CL2# IronSide rushes Buckeye and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.#BC# Buckeye breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Sloppy strikes from Buckeye. Those never looked like landing. IronSide tries to counter with a clinch but Buckeye shakes him off and moves away. IronSide gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T4# Buckeye uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by IronSide.
Buckeye jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Buckeye lands a really nice looking cross but IronSide seems unphased.
Buckeye throws the left hand but IronSide avoids the punch easily. IronSide moves out of range as Buckeye strikes. IronSide looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Buckeye is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches. Buckeye cracks IronSide with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Buckeye is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.#CL2# IronSide closes the distance and clinches.#BC# Buckeye breaks the clinch.
Buckeye swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Buckeye uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before IronSide has time to react. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Buckeye throws a looping overhand right but IronSide ducks down to avoid it. IronSide moves away from the strike by Buckeye. IronSide tries to clinch and Buckeye counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jab Buckeye dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2# IronSide moves out of range of the strikes. Bjorn IronSide is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Buckeye connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. IronSide lands with a kick to the ribs.
Buckeye throws the left hand but IronSide avoids the punch easily. IronSide wants to counter with a clinch but Buckeye pushes him away. Buckeye digs a good hook to IronSide's body.
Buckeye jabbing away but nothing is landing. Buckeye is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that IronSide can do to turn this around? IronSide walks into a left hand. Buckeye throws a series of punches but IronSide avoids them all with ease. IronSide ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Buckeye connects with a body shot that sends IronSide's belly button to the back. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye misses with a body shot.
IronSide throws a big counter head kick but Buckeye avoids it with no problem. IronSide takes a shot to the body in his stride.
IronSide has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Buckeye works the jab nicely. Buckeye looks to throw the jab but IronSide is out of range. #T1##CL2# IronSide closes the distance and clinches.#BC# Buckeye breaks the clinch.
Buckeye lands with a nice body punch. A slow jab from Buckeye misses its intended target. Buckeye misses the jab. IronSide is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. Jab Buckeye is winning the standup battle so far. IronSide with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Buckeye to score with a decent uppercut. IronSide bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Buckeye clobbers IronSide with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. IronSide avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Buckeye misses with an uppercut. IronSide saw that one coming. IronSide is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Buckeye lands with a nice body punch. #T2# Buckeye misses with a body shot.
#CL2# IronSide fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Buckeye, pushing him back against the ropes.#BC# Buckeye escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
IronSide tries to close the distance and clinch but Buckeye swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. IronSide uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Buckeye. 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! Buckeye uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before IronSide has time to react. Buckeye throws a right hand that misses
and IronSide counters with a two punch combo. A punch lands to the side of IronSide 's head but he takes it in his stride. IronSide takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Buckeye lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Buckeye scores with a nice right hand.
Buckeye slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Buckeye smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. IronSide tries to move into range but Buckeye moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#T3# Buckeye misses with an uppercut. IronSide is looking for the big counter here. Buckeye throws a lazy right hand but IronSide sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. IronSide on the wrong end of a nice hook. Buckeye connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Good shot there by Buckeye. IronSide tries to clinch up against the ropes, rushing in to close the distance. Buckeye manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Buckeye throws an uppercut from half a mile away. IronSide sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL2# IronSide has Buckeye up against the ropes in a clinch.
Buckeye stalling.
IronSide blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning. Buckeye misses with a knee to the head. IronSide lands a right hand that snaps the head of Buckeye backwards. #T4# Buckeye tries to work over IronSide's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC# Buckeye breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Buckeye lands a jab to the nose. IronSide throws a head kick but Buckeye moves out of range.
Buckeye with a nice cross. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! IronSide keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
IronSide steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Buckeye. IronSide doesn't manage to clinch there - Buckeye circles away.
An attempted straight right counter from Buckeye misses the target. Buckeye just misses with a punch to the body.
Buckeye scores with a jab to the body. IronSide closes the distance but Buckeye moves to the side and IronSide takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. IronSide drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jab Buckeye dominated that second round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3# IronSide slips a jab from Buckeye. IronSide takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Buckeye throws an uppercut from half a mile away. IronSide sees it coming and avoids it easily. IronSide is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. IronSide wants to clinch and Buckeye connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Buckeye throws an uppercut from half a mile away. IronSide sees it coming and avoids it easily. IronSide unleashes a big counter combination but Buckeye bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Buckeye misses with a looping right. IronSide tries to grapple but his opponent circles and Buckeye counters with a stiff right hand. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. IronSide moves away from the strike by Buckeye. Buckeye circles away from the clinch attempt and Buckeye counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1# Buckeye slips a jab and a cross from IronSide.
Buckeye rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and IronSide counters with a head kick. IronSide takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Jab, jab by Buckeye - just one landing. Buckeye throws a hook to the side of IronSide's head but IronSide sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. IronSide wants to counter with a clinch but Buckeye pushes him away.#CL2# IronSide closes the distance and clinches. IronSide prevents a body shot from Buckeye. Buckeye throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.#BC# Buckeye's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does. Buckeye with a hook. Buckeye lands with an overhand left. Buckeye tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Buckeye throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Buckeye lunges at IronSide with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by IronSide's hand. #T2# IronSide tries to clinch up and Buckeye counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Buckeye throws a poor cross that misses
#CL2# and IronSide counters by moving into the clinch. #BC2# IronSide pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Buckeye scores with a sloppy right hand. IronSide should have avoided that one. IronSide wants to clinch and Buckeye counters with a lovely straight right hand! IronSide closes the distance but Buckeye moves to the side and Buckeye counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Buckeye just misses with a punch to the body.
Nice jab there from Buckeye. IronSide bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. IronSide wants to counter the offense by Buckeye and move into the clinch position.#T3# Good exchange - Buckeye coming out on top. Good standup being displayed there by Buckeye as he connects with a hook. Buckeye scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction. No joy there for IronSide, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Buckeye pushing out the jab but it's not landing. A little jabbing left from IronSide on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Buckeye misses with an uppercut. Buckeye clobbers IronSide with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Bjorn IronSide has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Good standup being displayed there by Buckeye as he connects with a hook. IronSide tries to clinch and Buckeye counters with a nice uppercut. IronSide defending well as Buckeye loads up on a big left hand. IronSide is looking for the big counter here. Buckeye lands a slapping body shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Buckeye lands a nice hook to IronSide's body. IronSide takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. IronSide ducks under a wild hook from Buckeye.#T4##CL2# IronSide moves into the clinch. Buckeye tries to land a knee to the head but IronSide blocks with his arms.
Buckeye stalling.
IronSide prevents a body shot from Buckeye. IronSide misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#BC# Buckeye breaks from the clinch.
A punch combination from Buckeye misses. IronSide wants to counter with a clinch but Buckeye pushes him away. Nice body punch from Buckeye. IronSide on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Jab Buckeye is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. IronSide bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. IronSide drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. IronSide swings widly with a right hand
and Buckeye counters with a nice uppercut. Buckeye circles away from the clinch attempt and IronSide takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
And that's the end of the fight! Jab Buckeye showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Buckeye, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 30:27 Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27 Judge James Atkins scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jab Buckeye! A very excited looking Jab Buckeye 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:
RISE 57: Ihantala v Halo
Date: Apr 24, 2022 |
#R1# A telegraphed right hand from Philippe misses the target. Philippe is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Buckeye. Philippe looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Buckeye throws a hook but Philippe avoids it easily. Buckeye blocks a jab. Philippe misses with a body shot.
Buckeye slips a straight right by Philippe. Buckeye is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Philippe throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Buckeye feints the counter takedown. Philippe lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#CUT#It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut. Philippe avoids the body shot from Buckeye.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Philippe throws a hook but Buckeye avoids it easily. Buckeye uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Philippe.
Buckeye misses with a left hand and Philippe counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Buckeye gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T1# Philippe lands a head shot. Peguero Jean Philippe is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Philippe ducks under a wild hook from Buckeye. Philippe fires out a quick counter leg kick but Buckeye just manages to avoid it. Buckeye uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Philippe. Philippe ducks under a wild hook from Buckeye. Philippe is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.#TD2# Buckeye drives through with a takedown into Philippe's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position. Buckeye engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. Buckeye throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2# Buckeye advances position into side control! Sloppy strikes there by Buckeye.#SUB2# Buckeye is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Philippe knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. Buckeye fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Philippe pushes Buckeye away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Buckeye gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control. Philippe dodges the ground and pound from Buckeye. Philippe is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Buckeye has just dragged him back down to the mat.#T3# Buckeye controlling from side mount. Buckeye wants to lay and pray for a moment but Philippe keeps working. Philippe is trying to escape and get back to his feet. Buckeye controls the position from side control. The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work. Buckeye throwing shots but missing, from side control. #T4# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Buckeye working the head and body with strikes. Philippe managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Buckeye.
#SUB2# Buckeye tries for a kimura but Philippe is defending well. Buckeye wants to lay and pray for a moment but Philippe keeps working. #SUB2# Buckeye tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Buckeye has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Buckeye is looking to take a break and control but Philippe is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Peguero Jean Philippe will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Jab Buckeye's cut. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2# Philippe missing with a left hand there. Buckeye was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Buckeye drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Philippe defends it well. Buckeye slips under a jab from Philippe. Philippe swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Philippe slips a straight right by Buckeye. A telegraphed right hand from Buckeye misses the target. Jab, jab by Buckeye - just one landing. Buckeye scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Philippe is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. Buckeye keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Buckeye with the counter takedown but Philippe avoids it easily. Philippe throws out a loose jab but Buckeye uses good head movement to avoid it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye connects with a crisp jab. We've been informed that Buckeye has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight. Buckeye throws a hook but Philippe avoids it easily. Philippe walks into a left hand. Philippe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#T1# Philippe throws a jab but it's blocked by Buckeye. Philippe needs to keep his hands up - Buckeye had a free shot at his head there. Philippe 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.
Philippe throws a nice looking combination but Buckeye bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Buckeye drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Philippe defends it well. Buckeye's jab looks to have found its range, popping Philippe under the eye. Philippe pushing out the jab but it's not landing. A big left from Buckeye misses. Peguero Jean Philippe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Buckeye loads up on a big right hand but Philippe slips the punch. Nice defenses there by Buckeye. A jab from Buckeye misses. Buckeye slips a straight right by Philippe. Philippe looks to throw the jab but Buckeye is out of range. #T2# Buckeye looks to score with a jab to the body but Philippe is just out of range. Philippe throws a body shot but no joy. Buckeye on the wrong end of a nice jab. Buckeye misses with a hook. Philippe ducked under it nicely. Philippe tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Buckeye manages to circle out of the way. Philippe slips under a jab. Buckeye throws out a token jab with nothing on it. Philippe seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Buckeye moves away from the strike by Philippe. Buckeye stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Nice shot by Philippe. Buckeye slips under a jab from Philippe. Philippe lands a head shot.#TD2# Buckeye closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Philippe's guard. The fighters are working up against the cage. Philippe manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#T3##BC# Philippe breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Buckeye missing with a left hand there. Philippe was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Philippe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Buckeye manages to avoid it. Buckeye gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Philippe throws a shot from downtown. Buckeye moves away and avoids it. Buckeye changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Buckeye swings widly with a right hand
and Philippe connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. The fighters circling - Philippe throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Philippe misses with a hook. Philippe misses with a wild combination.
Buckeye shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #T4# Buckeye lands a jab to the nose. Buckeye ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Philippe missing with a left hand there. Buckeye was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Buckeye throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Buckeye thows a left - swing and a miss! Philippe takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Philippe takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.#TD2# Buckeye looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Philippe has butterfly guard. He's looking to stand up here. He pushes Buckeye off him and springs to his feet nicely. The crowd applauds. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Peguero Jean Philippe will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Jab Buckeye's cut. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3# Buckeye misses with a left hand and Philippe counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Buckeye throws a hook to the side of Philippe's head but Philippe sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Philippe paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Philippe misses with a series of wild punches.
Buckeye moves away from the strike by Philippe. Philippe looks to land a left hand but Buckeye moved out of range nicely. Buckeye misses the jab. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Philippe misses with an uppercut. Philippe ducks right into an uppercut from Buckeye. Buckeye lands an overhand right. Philippe throws the left hand but Buckeye avoids the punch easily. Buckeye drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Philippe defends it well.#T1# Buckeye shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Philippe sprawls well. Philippe wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Buckeye gets slowly back to his feet. Buckeye just misses with a punch to the body.
Buckeye misses with a looping left. Philippe connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Philippe missing with a left hand there. Buckeye was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. A looping hook to the body misses from Philippe. Buckeye does a little dance to reset his feet. Philippe looks to land a combination but Buckeye avoids it well. Philippe needs to keep his hands up - Buckeye had a free shot at his head there. Buckeye scores with the left hand. Philippe knows he should have avoided that one. Philippe connects with a looping right hand.
#T2# A swing and a miss from Philippe. Philippe misses with a looping left. A big right from Philippe misses. Buckeye misses with a straight left. Philippe bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Buckeye uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Philippe.
Buckeye waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Philippe. Buckeye catches Philippe with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! This has been an exciting period of action! Buckeye ducks under a wild hook from Philippe. Buckeye avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Philippe stuffs the takedown.#TD2# Buckeye drives through with a takedown into guard. #T3# Buckeye sitting in guard, not really doing much. Peguero Jean Philippe is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Philippe can't keep his opponent in guard - Buckeye advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2# Buckeye is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2# Buckeye seems to be looking for submissions.
Jab Buckeye has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Buckeye is trying to control the action in half guard but Philippe is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Buckeye trying to pass the guard but Philippe defending well. Buckeye stops Philippe from getting back to his feet.
And that's the end of the fight! That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Peguero Jean Philippe. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Philippe, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27 Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 30:27 Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Peguero Jean Philippe! A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Peguero Jean Philippe made sure he mentioned Pound Town INC, along with how happy he was to win his fight. Jab Buckeye was interviewed post fight and said 'I'll be back and work more on my skills!!'. |
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Event:
RISE 47: Mogg v Assed
Date: Apr 03, 2022 |
#R1# Femme misses with a looping left. Femme displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Buckeye throws out the jab. Violent Femme seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Buckeye throws a looping overhand right but Femme ducks down to avoid it. Femme misses with a hook. Femme throws out a loose jab but Buckeye uses good head movement to avoid it. A swing and a miss from Buckeye. Femme ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Femme pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Femme misses with a looping right. Buckeye uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Femme.
Buckeye feinted with a counter takedown. Femme jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Femme connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Buckeye momentarily.
Femme scores with a crisp jab that stopped Buckeye in his tracks. Femme throws a body shot but no joy. Femme throws a good cross that connects.
Buckeye scores with a jab to the body. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Femme misses with a straight right. A big right from Femme misses. Buckeye drops down looking for a counter takedown but Femme sprawls and moves away. Buckeye defending well as Femme loads up on a big left hand. Femme lands a body shot.
Buckeye pushing out the jab but it's not landing. #T1# Femme misses with a right hand #TD# and Buckeye counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Buckeye prevents Femme from improving his position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Buckeye will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Buckeye controlling the action here. Femme trying to control here.
#SUB# Buckeye is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. Buckeye seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T2# The fighters are battling for position here. Femme manages to regain full guard. Nice work. Femme working a defensive guard here.
Buckeye controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Buckeye passes into half guard. Buckeye prevents Femme from improving his position.#SUB# Buckeye seems to be looking for submissions.
Buckeye passes to side control. #T3# Femme is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Buckeye off and has taken his back! Buckeye is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Buckeye trying to control the hands but Femme breaks the grip. So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Femme is not going to allow Buckeye to sit and survive in this position. #T4# Buckeye is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control. Buckeye is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Femme is continuing to stall. Buckeye trying to control the position but Femme manages to sink in the hooks. Buckeye looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio. Buckeye is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Femme is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him. Good control from Femme. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Violent Femme dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2# Femme throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. A swing and a miss from Femme. Buckeye lands a nice looking body shot.
Buckeye cracks Femme with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Femme lands with an overhand left. Femme misses with a straight left. Buckeye attempts a counter takedown but Femme avoids it well and moves away. A jab from Buckeye misses. Femme bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Buckeye throws a lazy right hand but Femme sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Buckeye uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Femme. Femme slips under a jab. A little jabbing left from Femme on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Femme. Buckeye feinted with a counter takedown. Femme avoids the body shot from Buckeye.
Femme looks to land a right hand but Buckeye moved out of range. Buckeye drops down looking for a counter takedown but Femme sprawls and moves away. Buckeye ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face. Buckeye gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. The crowd cheers as Femme lands an impressive looking overhand right. Buckeye doesn't seem phased though.#T1# Femme loads up on a big right hand but Buckeye slips the punch. Femme thows a left - swing and a miss! Buckeye throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Femme throws a poor cross that misses
#TD# and Buckeye counters with a single leg into guard. Femme didn't expect that. Buckeye pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Femme is keeping the position for now. Femme keeping moving, preventing Buckeye from controlling successfully. Femme is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Buckeye trying to control the position from guard on top but Femme is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Femme is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2# Femme being controlled here, momentarily. Buckeye stopping the sweep attempt from Femme.#REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Femme looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Femme tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Buckeye was well out of range. Poor timing from Femme. Femme missing with a left hand there. Buckeye was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Buckeye throws a hook but Femme blocks it. A swing and a miss from Buckeye. Femme misses with a looping left. Femme darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #TD# Buckeye fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Femme sprawls well initially but Buckeye persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Femme won't allow Buckeye to pass to mount. Femme wants to get back to full guard.#T3# Femme has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Buckeye is working away from the top position though. Femme is holding on to half guard well.#SUB# Buckeye is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Femme is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Buckeye's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Buckeye's back! Buckeye trying to control the hands but Femme won't let him. Femme trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Buckeye doesn't escape. #T4# Buckeye trying to control but not successfully. Femme really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Buckeye. A lull in the action here.
Femme controlling from the back. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Violent Femme will probably get the nod - 10:9. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3# Femme misses the shot to the body. Buckeye blocks a jab. Violent Femme seems to be getting the better of the standup. Buckeye throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Buckeye uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Femme. Femme misses with a looping right. Buckeye throws a jab but it's blocked by Femme. The fighters circle momentarily. Femme darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#TD# Femme gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Femme looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Buckeye not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Femme wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Femme working a defensive guard here.
Buckeye trying to control but Femme is working from the bottom. #T1# Buckeye stopping the sweep attempt from Femme. The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up. Femme is trying to control the position but Buckeye postures up. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Femme misses the jab. A slow jab from Femme misses its intended target. Femme throws out a loose jab but Buckeye uses good head movement to avoid it. A big right from Buckeye misses. Nice straight punches there by Femme. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Femme. A jab from Buckeye does it's job there. Buckeye tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Femme was well out of range. Poor timing from Buckeye. Buckeye ducks under a wild hook from Femme. Buckeye shoots in for a double leg but Femme sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Femme jabs Buckeye right on the nose. Buckeye blinks but takes it well. Femme jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T2# Femme looks to land a right hand but Buckeye moved out of range. Femme lands a head shot. Femme throws out a loose jab but Buckeye uses good head movement to avoid it. Buckeye half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Femme pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Femme connects with a body shot that sends Buckeye's belly button to the back. Buckeye keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Femme. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! A jab from Femme misses. Femme is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Buckeye. Femme 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. Buckeye throws a looping overhand right but Femme ducks down to avoid it. Femme keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Buckeye throws out a token jab with nothing on it. It seemed like Femme was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Buckeye takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Buckeye tries to score a power double leg takedown but Femme sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Buckeye somewhat. Femme missing with a left hand there. Buckeye was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Donk. Femme catches Buckeye right on the button with a cross. Femme looks to score with a jab to the body but Buckeye is just out of range.#T3# Buckeye throws a hook to the side of Femme's head but Femme sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Femme bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Femme throws a jab when Buckeye was well out of range.#TD# Buckeye shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Femme is trying to defend but Buckeye finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Femme is controlling Buckeye's trapped leg to prevent Buckeye from advancing to side control. Jab Buckeye overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Femme trying to control here.
Buckeye is looking to take a break and control but Femme is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB# Buckeye seems to be working for a kimura but Femme defends the submission attempt.#T4# Buckeye is trying to control. Femme wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. Femme has his hands clasped together around Buckeye's back. He's all about the action. The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace. Buckeye is thwarting Femme's attempts to control the position.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Jab Buckeye has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! A big right from Buckeye misses. A little jabbing left from Femme on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Violent Femme is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#TD# Buckeye darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Violent Femme. I've got Femme winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 27:30 Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 27:30 Judge James Atkins scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Violent Femme! Jab Buckeye was interviewed post fight and said 'I'll be back and work more on my skills!!'. |
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Event:
RISE 41: Mogg v Ship
Date: Mar 13, 2022 |
#R1##TD# Buckeye gets a double leg takedown into Breedon's guard. Buckeye is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. Buckeye trying to control the position from guard on top but Breedon is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Buckeye landing with the ground and pound. Breedon 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# Breedon wants to pass the guard but Buckeye is defending well. Breedon is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1# Breedon is trying to control the action in half guard but Buckeye is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Buckeye's coaches at Average Joe�s Gym 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. Buckeye trying to control from the bottom.
Breedon is controlling the pace.
Breedon is thwarting Buckeye's attempts to control the position. Buckeye landing small, sideways elbows. #T2# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Buckeye tries to get to full guard but Breedon has control of the leg. Breedon trying to control the pace. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Buckeye stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Buckeye wants it to stay on the feet. Buckeye has his takedown stuffed and Breedon counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. Breedon stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Breedon wants it to stay on the feet. No luck with that takedown attempt from Breedon. #TD2# Breedon darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#T3# Buckeye gets full guard.#SUB# Buckeye is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Breedon has his hands clasped together but Buckeye extends and breaks Breedon's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Buckeye.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jab Buckeye! Jab Buckeye took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title. |
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Event:
RISE 34: Maestre v St Stone
Date: Feb 27, 2022 |
#R1##TD2# Buckeye darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Krieg wants to stand back up but Buckeye manages to pass into side control.
Buckeye is staying tight to Krieg's torso, preventing him from escaping. Buckeye prevents Krieg from escaping the position. Buckeye happy to just control the position for now. Krieg definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1# Krieg wants to get back to his feet. Buckeye just content to control the position. #SUB2# Buckeye has hold of Krieg's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Krieg tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Buckeye cranks the arm and Krieg screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Krieg, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Jab Buckeye! Jab Buckeye 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!' Blitz Krieg was interviewed post fight and said 'I might have lost the fight but I haven't lost the war! I will seek vengeance!'. |
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Event:
RISE 25: Buckeye v Half Assed
Date: Jan 30, 2022 |
#R1# Nice defenses there by Half Assed. Half Assed lands a head shot. Buckeye misses with a right hand and Half Assed connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Half Assed misses with a hook. Buckeye ducked under it nicely. A counter left hand to the body from Buckeye misses its target. Jab from Half Assed. Half Assed throws a head kick that Buckeye semi-blocks.
#CUT2#It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut. Buckeye looks to land a right hand but Half Assed moved out of range. Half Assed thows a left - swing and a miss! Half Assed blocks a jab. Half Assed keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Buckeye. Half Assed tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Buckeye changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Buckeye moves out of range as Half Assed strikes.#T1# Buckeye on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Half Assed just misses with a punch to the body.
A right-left combo lands from Half Assed. Half Assed throws a right hand that misses
and Buckeye counters with a stiff right hand. Half Assed throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Buckeye is looking to counter punch. A swing and a miss from Half Assed. A head kick misses from Half Assed. Buckeye displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Half Assed throws out the jab. Buckeye is looking to counter punch. A lazy body kick from Half Assed letting Buckeye counter with a right hand. Half Assed bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Buckeye's head backwards. Half Assed lands a really nice looking cross but Buckeye seems unphased.
This has been an exciting period of action! Buckeye swings widly with a right hand
and Half Assed counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Half Assed throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. #T2# Buckeye staying out of range there. Jab Buckeye is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. A jab from Buckeye misses. Half Assed misses with a straight right. Buckeye swings widly with a right hand
and Half Assed makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick. Half Assed pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Buckeye throws a body punch but Half Assed moves out of range. Half Assed moves out of range of the strikes. Half Assed throws a big shot that misses. An attempted straight right counter from Buckeye misses the target. Buckeye scores with a nice right hand.
Buckeye walks into a straight right hand from Half Assed. Half Assed looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A counter left hand to the body from Buckeye misses its target. Jab, jab by Half Assed - just one landing. #T3# Half Assed looks to score with a combo but nothing lands. Half Assed changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Buckeye tries to avoid it but Half Assed manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Buckeye to the ground. Buckeye escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Buckeye waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Half Assed. A big right from Half Assed misses. Half Assed shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Buckeye sprawls well. Buckeye wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Half Assed gets slowly back to his feet. Buckeye is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Half Assed. Half Assed throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Buckeye to counter with a crisp jab. Half Assed tries to bum rush Buckeye with a series of wild strikes but Buckeye uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Half Assed throws a combination that misses and Buckeye counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. Half Assed takes one to the side of the head.
#T4# Half Assed throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Buckeye counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Half Assed uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. Buckeye looks to score with a jab to the body but Half Assed is just out of range. Half Assed defending well as Buckeye loads up on a big left hand. Buckeye throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Half Assed on the side of the head. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Half Assed throws a head kick that misses and Buckeye counters with a left and a right that stings Half Assed. Half Assed throws a combination that misses and Buckeye counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. Buckeye uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Half Assed. Buckeye was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Half Assed throws out a token jab with nothing on it. An attempted straight right counter from Buckeye misses the target. Buckeye defending well as Half Assed loads up on a big left hand. Half Assed tried to score with a low kick but Buckeye checks it. Half Assed falls off balance throwing a combination
and Buckeye counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Anti Half Assed dominated that round. The cut man is working on Jab Buckeye's cut. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2# Half Assed fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Buckeye manages to avoid it. It looked like Buckeye was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit. Half Assed misses with a low kick. Buckeye swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Buckeye misses with a right hand and Half Assed counters with a nice uppercut. Half Assed slips under a jab from Buckeye. A jab from Half Assed misses. A little feinted left hand from Buckeye on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Half Assed misses with a hook to the body
and Buckeye makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Half Assed slips a jab from Buckeye. Half Assed moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Half Assed displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Buckeye throws out the jab. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Half Assed moves into range and connects with a jab. Half Assed closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. Buckeye is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. Buckeye slips under a jab from Half Assed. Buckeye uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Half Assed.#T1# Buckeye slips a straight right by Half Assed. Half Assed thows a left - swing and a miss! Buckeye lands with a good body shot. Buckeye fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Half Assed looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Half Assed swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Buckeye. Half Assed pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Buckeye moves out of range as Half Assed strikes. Buckeye throwing a counter right hand but Half Assed manages to avoid it. Half Assed cracks Buckeye with an open hand slap. Anti Half Assed seems to be getting the better of the standup. Buckeye scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. Buckeye takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. A big right from Half Assed misses. Half Assed connects with the punch.#T2# Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Half Assed!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Half Assed looks to score with a jab to the body but Buckeye is just out of range. Half Assed throws a right and a left that Buckeye avoids nicely. Buckeye throws a looping overhand right but Half Assed ducks down to avoid it. Half Assed looks like he wants to counter punch here. A slow jab from Half Assed misses its intended target. Buckeye is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Half Assed bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Buckeye lands with a right hand. Buckeye moves out of range of the strikes. Half Assed throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Buckeye throws a jab when Half Assed was well out of range. A slow jab from Half Assed misses its intended target. Buckeye moves out of range of the strikes. Buckeye was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T3# Half Assed misses with a hook. Buckeye is looking to counter punch. Half Assed misses with a hook. Buckeye ducked under it nicely. Half Assed throws out a loose jab but Buckeye uses good head movement to avoid it. Buckeye lands a body shot.
Buckeye lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Half Assed needs to keep his hands up - Buckeye had a free shot at his head there. Half Assed throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Half Assed looks to land a left hand but Buckeye moved out of range nicely. A little feinted left hand from Buckeye on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Anti Half Assed seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Half Assed misses the jab. Half Assed throws out a loose jab but Buckeye uses good head movement to avoid it. Buckeye walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Buckeye scores with a punch to the head.#T4# Half Assed scores with a nice right hand.
Half Assed on the wrong end of a nice jab. Half Assed has been the more effective fighter overall so far. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. A big left from Half Assed misses. Half Assed tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Buckeye swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Half Assed lands a head kick!
Buckeye looks to throw the jab but Half Assed is out of range. Half Assed fails with the takedown. Half Assed throws a leg kick but Buckeye sees it coming and moves out of range. Half Assed scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one. Half Assed throws a front kick aimed at Buckeye's knee but Buckeye avoids it well. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Anti Half Assed showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Jab Buckeye's cut. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3# Buckeye jabbing away but nothing is landing. Buckeye swings and misses with a shot to the body and Half Assed counters with a nice uppercut. Buckeye misses with a lunging right hand
and Buckeye takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Half Assed scores with the left hand. Buckeye knows he should have avoided that one. Half Assed throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Half Assed takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. Half Assed misses with a straight right. A little feinted left hand from Buckeye on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Buckeye stuffs the takedown attempt from Half Assed. Half Assed gets slowly back to his feet. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye throws out a loose jab but Half Assed uses good head movement to avoid it. Half Assed shoots in for a double leg but Buckeye sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Half Assed throws a looping overhand right but Buckeye ducks down to avoid it. A telegraphed right hand from Half Assed misses the target. #T1# Half Assed throws a poor cross that misses
and Buckeye counters with a straight right hand. Half Assed is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. A big right from Half Assed misses. Buckeye looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that. Half Assed throws an overhand right that lands on Buckeye's shoulder, as Buckeye tries to avoid the shot. Half Assed smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button. Half Assed on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Half Assed thows a left - swing and a miss! Half Assed lands with a straight right. Buckeye didn't see that one coming. Half Assed lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Half Assed. Half Assed misses with a right hand and Buckeye counters with a straight right hand. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. A jab lands there for Half Assed. Buckeye lands with a right hand. Anti Half Assed is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2# Buckeye loads up on a big right hand but Half Assed slips the punch. Half Assed waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Buckeye. The fighters circling - Buckeye throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Half Assed connects with a looping right hand.
Buckeye throws out a loose jab but Half Assed uses good head movement to avoid it. Half Assed looks to land a right hand but Buckeye moved out of range. Buckeye was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. A telegraphed right hand from Buckeye misses the target. Half Assed steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Buckeye. A big left from Half Assed misses. The fighters circling - Buckeye throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Buckeye lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin. Half Assed shoots in but no luck this time. Jab Buckeye has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Anti Half Assed.#T3# Half Assed connects with the punch. Buckeye staying out of range there. A counter left hand to the body from Buckeye misses its target. A nice combination there by Half Assed.
A low kick lands for Half Assed.
A punch combination from Half Assed misses. Buckeye moves out of range as Half Assed strikes. Half Assed throws a hook to the side of Buckeye's head but Buckeye sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. Half Assed misses with a looping right. Buckeye avoids the body shot from Half Assed.
An attempted straight right counter from Buckeye misses the target. Buckeye misses the jab. A punch lands to the side of Buckeye 's head but he takes it in his stride. Buckeye throws a nice looking combination but Half Assed bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T4# Buckeye misses with a straight right. Half Assed moves out of range of the strikes. Half Assed lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. The fighters circling - Half Assed throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Nice straight punches there by Half Assed. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Half Assed. Half Assed will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Sloppy strikes from Half Assed. Those never looked like landing. Jab Buckeye has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Half Assed dodges the punch combination from Buckeye.
Half Assed misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Half Assed fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Buckeye manages to avoid it.
And that's the end of the fight! Anti Half Assed comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Half Assed 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 Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 27:30 Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 27:30 Judge Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Anti Half Assed! Our winner, Anti Half Assed, 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. Jab Buckeye spoke after the fight, saying 'I'll be back and work more on my skills!!'. |
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Event:
RISE 18: Gustavson v Svyatogor
Date: Jan 16, 2022 |
#R1# Buckeye staying out of range there. Amery throws a wild combination but nothing lands. A head kick misses from Amery. Buckeye lands a head shot. Amery throws a jab when Buckeye was well out of range. Amery throws an off balance right hand
and Buckeye counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CL# Amery gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#TD# Amery has clasped his hands together around Buckeye's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Buckeye is looking to reverse the position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB# Amery is trying to get an arm triangle but Buckeye is defending well. 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! Buckeye wants to control but Amery postures up. Buckeye is looking to reverse the position.#SUB# Amery goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Buckeye rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Amery's guard! Nice work there by Buckeye! #SUB# Amery escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Buckeye gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB# Amery is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T1# Buckeye stays in close to Amery's body and controls the position. Buckeye postures up and lands a big shot to Amery's brow. Buckeye showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB# Amery working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Buckeye doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Buckeye manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB# Amery looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB# Amery is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2# Buckeye drops back looking for a leg! Amery is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Amery manages to kick Buckeye off! Buckeye jumps back into Amery's guard. #T2# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB# Amery is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB# Amery working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Buckeye doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Buckeye manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB# Amery is looking for a triangle but Buckeye pushes his legs off easily.
Buckeye trying to control the position from guard on top but Amery is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Buckeye is stalling in the full guard. Buckeye trying to control the position from guard on top but Amery is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Buckeye is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T3# Amery will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB# Amery working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Buckeye doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Buckeye manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Buckeye is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB# Buckeye avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB# Amery has his foot on Buckeye's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Buckeye works his way back into a safe position though. Buckeye lands a couple of digs.#SUB# Amery looking for subs off his back but Buckeye has passed one foot through into half guard.
#SUB2# Buckeye is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Amery sees it coming and defends easily.#T4# Buckeye is trying to control the action in half guard but Amery is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB# Amery looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Buckeye is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Buckeye tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. Amery sneaks a leg under to get to half guard. Amery is in trouble now - Buckeye has advanced to mount! The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Buckeye trying to control but he's not successful this time. Buckeye unloading with bombs! And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jab Buckeye will probably get the nod. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2##CL2# Buckeye moves into range and clinches up with Amery. Buckeye trying to land knees to the body.
#TD# Amery jumps guard and drags Buckeye to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. Amery can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Buckeye controls the pace. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Buckeye is pushing down on Amery's leg trying to pass to half guard. Amery is fighting to maintain full guard but Buckeye has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB# Amery looking for submissions off his back.#SUB# Amery is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Buckeye pulls his head out easily. #SUB# Amery looking for submissions off his back. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Buckeye is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Amery sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB# Amery looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T1##SUB# Amery actively working from the bottom here.#SUB# Amery is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Buckeye pulls his head out easily. Buckeye is taking a breather. Amery 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. Buckeye trying to pass the guard but Amery defending well. #SUB# Amery looking for submissions from an awkward position here. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Buckeye trying to control the action but Amery is working from the bottom. #T2# The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena. Buckeye wants to free his trapped foot but Amery is holding on for dear life with his legs. Well, if Buckeye 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.
#SUB2# Buckeye maintaining the dominant position here and is working for a kimura. He's locked it up! Amery could be in real trouble here! He's trying to wriggle out but Buckeye has cracked it and Amery is screaming in pain - he's tapped out! Great finish by Buckeye!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jab Buckeye! A pretty intense looking Jab Buckeye took the opportunity post-fight to ask for a shot at the title. |
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Event:
RISE 11: West v Bystrom
Date: Dec 19, 2021 |
#R1# Doomsday misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Buckeye missing with a left hand there. Doomsday was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. Doomsday closes this distance looking for a takedown but Buckeye circles away. Doomsday misses with a takedown attempt - Buckeye sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Buckeye was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger. Jab Buckeye has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kronos Doomsday. Doomsday tries to move into range but Buckeye moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Doomsday shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Buckeye defends it nicely. Doomsday takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL# Buckeye clinches with his opponent.
Doomsday wants to take the fight to the mat but Buckeye manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Doomsday drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Buckeye gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Doomsday drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#T1# Buckeye tries to throw a body punch but Doomsday avoids it by throwing Buckeye back against the cage. #TD2# Doomsday turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Doomsday manages to end up in side control.#SUB2# Doomsday is trying to get an arm triangle but Buckeye is defending well. #SUB2# Doomsday tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Doomsday has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! You can see the frustration on Buckeye's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2# Doomsday is trying to get an arm triangle but Buckeye is defending well. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Buckeye is trying to control Doomsday's posture but Doomsday avoids it. #T2# Buckeye manages to work his way to half guard, despite Doomsday's best efforts. Doomsday passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Buckeye! Buckeye is wriggling around trying to escape.
Buckeye stops Doomsday from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. Buckeye keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Buckeye tries to hold on but Doomsday postures up. Doomsday pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#T3# The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.#SUB2# Doomsday has control of Buckeye's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Buckeye regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Buckeye is wriggling around trying to escape.
Buckeye wants to hold on but Doomsday pushes him away. Doomsday pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Doomsday looking to take Buckeye's back but Buckeye rolls and after a scramble, Buckeye ends up on top in guard. Nice escape there from Buckeye to escape a tricky position. Buckeye trying to control but Doomsday is working from the bottom. #T4##SUB2# Doomsday looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Buckeye trying to control the position from guard on top but Doomsday is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2# Doomsday looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Buckeye tries to stand but Doomsday is controlling from the bottom. Buckeye trying to control the position from guard on top but Doomsday is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Buckeye 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. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Jab Buckeye will probably get the nod. The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action.#R2# A telegraphed right hand from Buckeye misses the target. We've been told by Buckeye's head coaches at Average Joe�s Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#CL# Buckeye forces Doomsday back against the cage and clinches. Buckeye tries to land a knee to the head but Doomsday blocks with his arms.
Buckeye gets through Doomsday's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head. Doomsday changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Buckeye fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Buckeye wants to clinch. Nice takedown defense from Buckeye. No joy for Doomsday on that attempt. Buckeye connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. Buckeye scores with a crisp jab that stopped Doomsday in his tracks. Buckeye lands with a nice body punch. Doomsday shoots in for a double leg but Buckeye sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Jab Buckeye has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kronos Doomsday. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. The fighters circle momentarily. Buckeye darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Buckeye throws a shot from downtown. Doomsday moves away and avoids it. Buckeye uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Doomsday has time to react. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Buckeye doesn't manage to clinch there - Doomsday circles away.
Doomsday is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Jab Buckeye is winning the standup battle so far. Doomsday avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#T1# Horrible takedown attempt by Doomsday or perhaps it was just good defense by Buckeye, which made it look bad. Doomsday uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Buckeye. Buckeye looks to throw the jab but Doomsday is out of range. Buckeye cracks Doomsday with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business. Buckeye misses with a hook. Doomsday ducked under it nicely. Doomsday looks like he wants to counter punch here. Buckeye swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Doomsday is defended easily by Buckeye. Doomsday has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him. Doomsday avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
A slow jab from Buckeye misses its intended target. Jab Buckeye is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Nice sprawl there from Buckeye as Doomsday shoots in. Buckeye tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Doomsday paws at him with a jab and circles away. And Doomsday tries to counter it with a takedown but Buckeye pushes his down on his head and steps out. Doomsday looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T2# Buckeye cracks Doomsday with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Doomsday throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Buckeye's waist but Buckeye gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Doomsday off to one side. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Buckeye tries to clinch up. Buckeye throws a jab but it's blocked by Doomsday. #TD2# Doomsday shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Buckeye manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Buckeye 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. Doomsday tries to free his leg and advance position but Buckeye is retaining full guard. Buckeye is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Buckeye pulls Doomsday in close to his closed guard and prevents Doomsday from doing any damage or advancing position. Buckeye trying to keep a closed guard but Doomsday is proving a slippery customer.
#T3# Doomsday pushes down on Buckeye's leg and manages to get into half guard. Doomsday wants to free his trapped foot but Buckeye is holding on for dear life with his legs. Kronos Doomsday has got the better of the ground game so far. Doomsday keeps trying to improve his position. Buckeye keeps control of the position for the meantime. Doomsday looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. Doomsday working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Buckeye's thigh. Buckeye counters though and makes it back to full guard. #T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Doomsday pushes down on Buckeye's leg and manages to get into half guard. Buckeye is trying is best to control the position here. Buckeye tries to roll over but Doomsday keeps him under control. Doomsday is looking to advance position but Buckeye won't allow it. #SUB2# Doomsday is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Buckeye holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jab Buckeye dominated that second round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3# Buckeye tries to clinch up. Doomsday tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Buckeye throws a shot from downtown. Doomsday moves away and avoids it. Doomsday doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Buckeye tries to clinch up.#CL# Buckeye moves into the clinch successfully.
#BC# Buckeye breaks the clinch.
Buckeye throws the left hand but Doomsday avoids the punch easily. Doomsday slips a jab from Buckeye. Buckeye lands with a straight right. Doomsday didn't see that one coming. Buckeye ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Doomsday moves away. Doomsday avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Buckeye fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Doomsday on the side of the head. Buckeye tries to clinch but Doomsday moves out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Doomsday looks to land a combination but Buckeye avoids it well. No luck with that takedown attempt from Doomsday. Doomsday closes this distance looking for a takedown but Buckeye circles away.#CL# Buckeye pushes Doomsday up against the cage in a clinch.#BC# Buckeye breaks from the clinch.
#T1# Buckeye scores with a jab to the jaw. Doomsday looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Jab Buckeye has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kronos Doomsday. Buckeye slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Buckeye scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Buckeye is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Doomsday can do to turn this around? Buckeye uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Doomsday.#TD2# Doomsday gets a takedown into half guard. Buckeye wants to control but Doomsday is keeping busy and won't allow it. Buckeye tries to roll over but Doomsday keeps him under control. Buckeye wants to control but Doomsday is keeping busy and won't allow it. Kronos Doomsday has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##SUB2# Doomsday is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. Buckeye pushes Doomsday off looking to stand but Doomsday dives back in and keeps control.
Buckeye trying to control from the bottom.
Doomsday tries to pass the half guard into mount. Buckeye knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Buckeye is looking to control Doomsday's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Buckeye avoid being mounted? Buckeye looks like he's trying to stand up.
Buckeye is in trouble now - Doomsday has advanced to mount! #T3# Buckeye working to try and regain half guard.
Buckeye tries to hold on but Doomsday postures up. Buckeye is controlling an arm, preventing Doomsday from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Buckeye is looking to get to half guard. Doomsday avoids the attempt from Buckeye to control. Doomsday wants to take Buckeye's back but he can't do it this time. #T4# Buckeye is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. Buckeye is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Doomsday is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him. Buckeye really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Jab Buckeye is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Buckeye is controlling an arm, preventing Doomsday from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Buckeye is trying to escape the mount.
And that's the end of the fight! That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Jab Buckeye. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Buckeye, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 30:27 Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27 Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jab Buckeye! Jab Buckeye 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:
RISE 5: Gustavsson v Carter
Date: Nov 28, 2021 |
#R1# Buckeye lands a right hook to the body.
A lazy body kick from Wiener #TD2# and Buckeye decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Wiener's guard. Buckeye wants to control from the top but Wiener keeps moving. Buckeye chips away with some ground and pound. Buckeye throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Wiener being controlled here, momentarily. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Buckeye wants to control from the top but Wiener keeps moving. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Wiener is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Buckeye 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. #T1# Let's hope that Buckeye 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. Buckeye pushes down on Wiener's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2# Buckeye is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Wiener has managed to free his arm - good work. Wiener is trying to stand back up but Buckeye is controlling him
#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# Buckeye is working for a kimura but Wiener is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2# Buckeye is trying for a kimura here. Wiener looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Buckeye wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Jab Buckeye! Jab Buckeye 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:
RISE 2:
Date: Nov 07, 2021 |
#R1# Buckeye misses with a jab, cross combination.
Breedon slips under a jab. Buckeye wants to clinch. Breedon slips a jab from Buckeye. Buckeye ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Breedon misses with a hook. Buckeye ducked under it nicely. Buckeye defending well as Breedon loads up on a big left hand. Breedon cracks Buckeye with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#CUT#It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut. Buckeye uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye shoots in for a takedown but Breedon shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Buckeye avoids a punch combination nicely.
Buckeye throws a hook but Breedon blocks it. Breedon throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD2# and Buckeye counters with a single leg into guard. Breedon didn't expect that. #T1# Buckeye trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB# Breedon is looking for a triangle but Buckeye pushes his legs off easily.
Buckeye loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Buckeye stopping the sweep attempt from Breedon. Buckeye keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Breedon's head. Breedon is looking to sweep but instead, Buckeye has passed into half guard.
Breedon avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Buckeye. Buckeye throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. Breedon wants to improve his position but Buckeye is controlling well.
Breedon is doing well to control the position and prevent Buckeye from advancing to side control.#T2# Breedon avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Buckeye. Buckeye is thwarting Breedon's attempts to control the position. Buckeye wants to pass to mount but Breedon is defending the position. Buckeye is stalling here. Breedon is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Buckeye seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Breedon has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. You can see the frustration on Buckeye's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Buckeye is looking for a sweep.#T3# Breedon is looking to take a break and control but Buckeye is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Buckeye is trying to get back to half guard. Buckeye regains half guard. Buckeye wants to improve his position but Breedon is controlling well.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Breedon lands a nice short elbow. Buckeye keeping control of the position. Buckeye wants to control but Breedon is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T4# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. The fighters are battling for position here. Buckeye manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2# Buckeye working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Breedon has passed into half guard!
Breedon performing his best blanket impression for a moment. Breedon winds up and cracks Buckeye with a swinging punch to the side of the head. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Breedon is thwarting Buckeye's attempts to control the position. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Jab Buckeye will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Jab Buckeye's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2# Good standup being displayed there by Buckeye as he connects with a hook. Breedon misses with a wild body shot. Breedon misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Breedon moves away from the strike by Buckeye. Breedon throws a hook to the side of Buckeye's head but Buckeye sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully. And Buckeye tries to counter it with a takedown but Breedon pushes his down on his head and steps out. Breedon throws a combination that misses and Buckeye counters with a lovely straight right hand! Breedon takes one to the chin there. Breedon lands with a nice body punch. Buckeye tries to close the distance and clinch but Breedon swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2# Buckeye moves into range and clinches up with Breedon. Buckeye looking for a takedown. #TD2# Buckeye has Breedon pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Buckeye pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Breedon tumbling to the mat - Buckeye dives into Breedon's 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!#SUB# Breedon is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Buckeye defends well.#T1# Breedon bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Buckeye's guard. #REVR# Breedon stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Buckeye swivels though and keeps the full guard. Buckeye is trying to hold Breedon in close to prevent damage but Breedon has managed to pass into half guard.
Buckeye wants to get back to full guard. Buckeye wants to control but Breedon is keeping busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB# Breedon is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Breedon is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T2# Breedon prevents Buckeye from improving his position. Breedon controlling the pace. Buckeye works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB2# Buckeye is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Breedon defends well. Breedon trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3# Breedon trying to control the position from guard on top but Buckeye is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Buckeye tries to strike from the bottom.
Breedon 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. Buckeye is striking from the bottom but Breedon uses the opportunity to pass into half guard. Buckeye gets back to full guard.
Breedon scoring with punches to the head and body. Breedon engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T4# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. Breedon'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. The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work. Breedon tries to free his leg and advance position but Buckeye is retaining full guard. Breedon's corner is telling him to maintain position.#REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Jab, jab by Breedon - just one landing. Sloppy strikes from Breedon. Those never looked like landing. Buckeye throws a hook but Breedon avoids it easily. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Breedon tries to move into range but Buckeye moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Buckeye avoids the body shot from Breedon.
Breedon takes a jab right on the kisser.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Tom Breedon will probably get the nod. The cut man is working on Jab Buckeye's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. And we move into the final round!#R3# Buckeye tries to close the distance and clinch but Breedon swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Breedon takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
#CL2# Buckeye has closed the distance and engaged Breedon in a clinch.
#BC# Breedon breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Breedon scores with a body shot.
Breedon cracks Buckeye with a right hand to the side of the head. Breedon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Buckeye sees it coming and avoids it easily. Buckeye looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. Breedon jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL2# Buckeye forces Breedon back against the cage and clinches. Buckeye jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Breedon walks away with a smile on his face. Buckeye gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. Tom Breedon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Breedon swings for the body but Buckeye moves out of range.
It seemed like Buckeye was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Buckeye misses the jab. This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Buckeye.#T1# Breedon misses with a series of wild punches.
Buckeye on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. Buckeye tries to clinch but Breedon moves out of range. A big left from Breedon misses. Buckeye with the counter takedown but Breedon avoids it easily. Tom Breedon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Buckeye takes a body punch but keeps moving. Buckeye looks for a takedown but Breedon sprawls well. Breedon thuds his right hand into Buckeye's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CL2# Buckeye rushes Breedon and presses him up against the cage.#BC# Breedon breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Breedon throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Buckeye counters with a stiff right hand. #T2# A jab from Breedon misses. Breedon looks to land a right hand but Buckeye moved out of range. Buckeye defending well as Breedon loads up on a big left hand. Breedon throws a combination that misses #TD2# and Buckeye counters with a nice double leg into 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! Breedon wants to sweep but no luck. Breedon looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. Breedon is trying to control the position but Buckeye postures up. Breedon is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. Buckeye postures up.
#T3# Buckeye with a flurry of punches that miss. Breedon wants to sweep here but Buckeye controlling him for the moment. Buckeye postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. Buckeye stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Breedon swivels though and keeps the full guard. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Breedon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Buckeye. A big right from Breedon misses. A little jabbing left from Buckeye on the counter but it doesn't find it's target. Breedon lands a nice hook to Buckeye's body. Buckeye takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Breedon swings for the body but Buckeye moves out of range.
Tom Breedon is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Breedon misses with a wild body shot. Buckeye 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. Buckeye throws an overhand right that lands on Breedon's shoulder, as Breedon tries to avoid the shot. Nice takedown defense from Breedon. No joy for Buckeye on that attempt. Tom Breedon has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jab Buckeye. Breedon scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
#T4# Breedon swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Buckeye looks to land a combination but Breedon avoids it well. As Buckeye looks to move away, Breedon throws a big counter combo but Buckeye just gets out of the way. Tom Breedon is winning the standup battle so far. A swing and a miss from Buckeye. Breedon misses with a looping left. Breedon throws a right hand that Buckeye ducks under and follows up with a left that Buckeye also avoids with ease. Buckeye tries to clinch but Breedon moves out of range. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Buckeye connects with a good right hand that stumbles Breedon. Breedon circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Breedon misses with a hook.#CL2# Buckeye rushes Breedon and presses him up against the cage.#BC# Breedon breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. Nice jab there from Buckeye. Breedon misses with a two punch combination.
Buckeye tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Buckeye scores with a jab to the jaw.
And that's the end of the fight! Tom Breedon showed his dominance in that final round. I think Breedon 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 John Kavanagh scores the fight 29:28 Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 29:29 Judge Reed Andrews scores the fight 29:29
The fight is ruled a majority draw! |
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Event:
FWFC 3
Date: Oct 27, 2021 |
#R1# Sireika throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD2# and Buckeye counters with a shoot takedown. Sireika fights it but they end up in guard. Sireika has his hands on Buckeye's head, controlling the position. Sireika can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Buckeye controls the pace. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Sireika is on top in guard.
#REVR# Sireika trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Buckeye manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB# Buckeye passes into half guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Buckeye seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sireika wants to control but Buckeye is keeping busy and won't allow it. Sireika knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Buckeye on the ground. Sireika tries to roll over but Buckeye keeps him under control.#T1# Sireika is working hard here to advance position. Buckeye is taking a breather. Sireika 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. Sireika wants to improve his position but Buckeye is controlling well.
Nice strikes from Buckeye there. Buckeye is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Buckeye is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Buckeye lands a nice short elbow. Sireika trying to control here.
Buckeye with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T2# Buckeye passes the guard and advances to mount! Buckeye breaks from Sireika's wrist control and lands an elbow. A nice elbow there by Buckeye. Sireika swinging wildly from the bottom but he's not landing. Sireika is in all sorts of trouble here.
Buckeye has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Buckeye 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. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Sireika is looking to improve his position but Buckeye isn't that keen on the idea. Buckeye scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Buckeye sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. Buckeye with a couple of short strikes.#T3# Sireika is in all sorts of trouble here.
Buckeye looking to control and managing it successfully. Buckeye punishing his opponent with strikes. Buckeye can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Sireika is looking to escape. Buckeye controlling from the full mount. Sireika tries to reverse the position but Buckeye maintains control.#SUB2# Buckeye 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 Buckeye!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Jab Buckeye! Jab Buckeye spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Aug 18, 2021 |
#R1# Lester tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Buckeye was well out of range. Poor timing from Lester. Buckeye moves out of range as Lester strikes. Lester connects with a single shot there. Buckeye changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Lester tries to avoid it but Buckeye manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Lester to the ground. Lester escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Lester looks like he wants to counter punch here. Buckeye shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Lester sprawls well. Lester wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Buckeye gets slowly back to his feet. Buckeye goes for a double leg but Lester avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Lester continues to drive forward. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jab Buckeye. That's going to take a lot out of him. Lester has a couple of punches blocked by Buckeye.
Lester gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Buckeye.
Buckeye has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Lester after a bit of a struggle. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lester misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Lester content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Lester lands a nice shot to the body. #TD# Buckeye jumps guard and drags Lester to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back. Buckeye wants to sweep here but Lester controlling him for the moment. #T1##SUB# Buckeye working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Lester has passed into half guard!
Buckeye is staying active underneath Lester, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB# Buckeye actively working from the bottom here. Buckeye wants to improve his position but Lester is controlling well.
#SUB# Buckeye looking for a kimura from the bottom but Lester passes into side control!#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Buckeye is looking to regain half guard here but Lester keeps moving and retains side control. Buckeye is trying to control Lester's posture but Lester avoids it. Buckeye manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. Buckeye is trying to control but can't.
Lester passes into side control, despite Buckeye's attempt to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Buckeye is looking for a sweep.#T3# Buckeye gets back to half guard. Buckeye gets full guard.#SUB# Buckeye working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lester doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lester manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Lester sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB# Buckeye is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB# The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Buckeye looking for a guillotine here but Lester defends easily.
#T4##SUB# Buckeye looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB# Buckeye is looking for a triangle here but Lester uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Buckeye manages to get back to half guard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Buckeye is trying to maintain the position but Lester is very close to passing his half guard. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Moe Lester dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action!#R2# Buckeye fails with a takedown attempt. Lester swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Buckeye shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Lester sprawls well. Lester wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Buckeye gets slowly back to his feet. Buckeye has a takedown stuffed. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jab Buckeye. That's going to take a lot out of him. Lester fails in his attempt to clinch. Buckeye half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Lester stuffs the takedown attempt from Buckeye. Buckeye gets slowly back to his feet. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Lester throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Lester with a body punch. A glancing blow. Buckeye keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Buckeye appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#T1# Buckeye changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Lester tries to avoid it but Buckeye manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Lester to the ground. Lester escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Lester doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter. Buckeye throws a jab but it's blocked by Lester. A nice side step and Lester releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home. Nice sprawl there from Lester as Buckeye shoots in. Buckeye takes one on the button.#CUT2#It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut. Jab, jab by Lester - just one landing. Buckeye moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Buckeye staying out of range there. Lester takes a swing at Buckeye's ribcage but misses. Moe Lester is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Buckeye shoots for a takedown but Lester saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. Lester lands a jab. Buckeye takes a body punch but keeps moving. Lester has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#CL2# Lester closes the distance and clinches. #TD# Buckeye pulls guard. #T2# The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Lester looking to pass the guard. #SUB# Buckeye has an active guard here but Lester has managed to pass into half guard.
#SUB# Buckeye looking for submissions off his back.#SUB# Buckeye is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lester pulls his head out easily. Buckeye tries to get to full guard but Lester has control of the leg. #T3# Lester is keen to just control but Buckeye is a slippery customer.#SUB# Buckeye is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Lester pulls his head out easily. Well, if Lester 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.
Buckeye moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Buckeye trying to keep a closed guard but Lester is proving a slippery customer.
Buckeye looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Lester postures up.
#REF3# The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet. Lester has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight. Lester lands a nice looking body shot.
Lester misses with a body shot.
Buckeye steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Lester. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Lester connects with a crisp jab. Lester tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Buckeye manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat. Buckeye shoots in but no luck this time. Buckeye shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Lester connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Moe Lester showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The cut man is working on Jab Buckeye's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3##TD# Buckeye shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Lester manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Buckeye forces his way into half guard. Buckeye throws a strike but Lester avoids it easily and moves to full guard. Buckeye trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Lester wants to hit a sweep here but Buckeye passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Lester there! We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye looking to finish with strikes here!
#T1# The referee warns Lester that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Buckeye putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound! Buckeye throws an elbow from mount that misses. Lucky escape for Lester because Buckeye loaded up on that one. Buckeye working Lester over with strikes here. Buckeye wants to control but instead Lester manages to regain half guard. #SUB# Buckeye is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Lester defends it well. Buckeye wants to pass to mount but Lester is defending the position. #T2# Buckeye throws a strike but Lester avoids it easily and moves to full guard. Buckeye wants to control from the top but Lester keeps moving. Lester keeping full guard, as Buckeye tries to pass. Buckeye wants to control from the top but Lester keeps moving. Jab Buckeye overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Lester 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##SUB# Buckeye looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Lester pushes past his half guard into mount! #T3# Lester looking to control but Buckeye is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. Buckeye is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. Buckeye is wriggling around trying to escape.
Moe Lester is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Buckeye is working hard here to advance position.#T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Lester controlling the pace for now. Buckeye is looking to improve his position but Lester isn't that keen on the idea. Jab Buckeye has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that's the end of the fight! Jab Buckeye showed his dominance in that final round. I think Lester 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 Tarja Halkonen scores the fight 28:29 Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 28:29 Judge Anni Minnemäki scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Moe Lester! A relieved looking Moe Lester 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:
OFK 102 - Lancaster Vs Jempsa
Date: Jun 30, 2021 |
#R1# Buckeye looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bye is fending him off so far but Buckeye persists. Nope, Bye circles away and we're back to standing. Bye throws a big counter combination but Buckeye scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Buckeye shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Bye counters with a left and a right that stings Buckeye. Buckeye misses with a takedown and Bye counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CUT#It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut. Cameron Bye has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jab Buckeye. Bye throws a series of strikes that have Buckeye backpedaling.
Buckeye misses the jab. Bye uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Buckeye has time to react. Bye swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target. Buckeye goes for a double leg but Bye avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bye continues to drive forward. Buckeye doesn't succeed with the takedown and Bye counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Buckeye thinking. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Bye with the inside leg kick. Bye with a jab.#T1# Buckeye throws a shot to the body.
Buckeye sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs. Buckeye throws a body shot but no joy. Jab Buckeye seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Bye scores with a leg kick.
Bye misses with a leg kick #TD2# and Buckeye counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Bye keeping moving, preventing Buckeye from controlling successfully. Bye keeping full guard, as Buckeye tries to pass. Bye is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Far-Q Fight Club that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Buckeye is still trying to improve position. Buckeye prevents Bye from getting back to his feet. #T2# Bye can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Buckeye controls the pace. Buckeye won't allow Bye to get back to his feet. Bye avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Buckeye looking to pass the guard. #REF3# The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet. Buckeye blocks a head kick by Bye.
Bye throws a jab when Buckeye was well out of range. Buckeye misses with a hook to the body
and Bye counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body. Bye looks to land a left hand but Buckeye moved out of range nicely. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Some wild striking there from Bye.
#T3# Buckeye misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Buckeye throws a right hand that Bye ducks under and follows up with a left that Bye also avoids with ease. Bye looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Buckeye is fending him off so far but Bye persists. Nope, Buckeye circles away and we're back to standing. Buckeye stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Buckeye wants it to stay on the feet. Bye dodges the punch combination from Buckeye.
Bye connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Buckeye is defended easily by Bye. Buckeye with a lazy takedown attempt and Bye connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T4# Bye stuffs the takedown. Bye cracks Buckeye with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Bye swings for the body but Buckeye moves out of range.
Buckeye shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bye sprawls well. Bye wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Buckeye gets slowly back to his feet.#TD2# Buckeye drives through with a takedown into guard. Bye has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Buckeye is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Buckeye drops down looking for an ankle pick but Bye pulls his leg out and moves away.
Bye stuffs the takedown attempt from Buckeye. Buckeye gets slowly back to his feet. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Cameron Bye dominated that round. The cut man is working on Jab Buckeye's cut. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2# Bye feints and then cracks Buckeye's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Buckeye down. Cameron Bye is winning the standup battle so far. Buckeye on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere. Buckeye tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bye swivels and escapes. Buckeye changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bye tries to avoid it but Buckeye manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bye to the ground. Bye escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Bye throws a lazy head kick and Buckeye counters with a lovely straight right hand! Buckeye takes a shot right to the bread basket. Buckeye tries for a takedown but Bye circles away easily and Bye cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Cameron Bye has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jab Buckeye. Buckeye is breathing heavily. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Bye dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Bye is looking to take this fight into the clinch. Bye fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Buckeye on the side of the head.#CUT#That has opened up Jab Buckeye's cut even more.#T1# Bye shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Buckeye defends it nicely. No luck with that takedown attempt from Buckeye. Bye fails to land with a series of punches.
Bye doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD2# so Buckeye counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Bye keeping moving, preventing Buckeye from controlling successfully. Buckeye postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #T2# Bye is looking to stand up but Buckeye isn't so interested in that idea. Buckeye loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Buckeye landing with the ground and pound. Jab Buckeye has got the better of the ground game so far. Buckeye not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. Buckeye pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bye is keeping the position for now. Bye tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3# Bye wants to stand up but Buckeye is controlling him. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. Bye catches Buckeye with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong! Buckeye gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Bye counters with a leg kick. Horrible takedown attempt by Buckeye or perhaps it was just good defense by Bye, which made it look bad. Buckeye staying out of range there. Bye tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target. Buckeye misses with a takedown and Bye counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Bye lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Buckeye at a distance.
Bye is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Buckeye can do to turn this around?#T4# Buckeye shoots in for a double leg but Bye sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Buckeye shoots for a takedown but Bye saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#TD# Bye throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Buckeye was covering up waiting for the punch and Bye finishes the takedown easily into guard. Bye slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. 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! Bye wants to lay and pray for a moment but Buckeye keeps working. Buckeye sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard. Bye trying to pass the guard but Buckeye defending well. Bye with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Cameron Bye dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Jab Buckeye's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3# Bye shoots in looking for a takedown but Buckeye manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Bye's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Buckeye misses with a takedown and Bye counters with a nice low kick that buckles Buckeye's knee momentarily. Bye scores with a shot to the body.
Buckeye looks for a takedown but Bye sprawls well. Bye stuffs the takedown attempt from Buckeye. Buckeye gets slowly back to his feet. Bye half committed to a counter leg kick. Cameron Bye has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jab Buckeye. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bye swivels and escapes. Buckeye takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Bye with a hook. Buckeye fails with a takedown attempt.#T1# Buckeye on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot. #CL# Bye pushes Buckeye up against the cage in a clinch. Buckeye is working for takedown but Bye is calmly controlling the position for now.#BC# Bye escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bye lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Bye plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CUT#The cut above Jab Buckeye's eye is starting to cause him problems now. Bye cracks a nice hook into Buckeye's ribs. Bye cracks Buckeye with an open hand slap. Buckeye shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bye pinned against the cage. Bye gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T2##CL# Bye gets a clinch. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#BC# Bye breaks from the clinch.
Bye throws a sloppy head kick and Buckeye moves out of range easily. Buckeye keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Buckeye shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. A nice leg kick lands there from Bye. Bye pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Buckeye back to the cage. Bye follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#T3# Buckeye fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Buckeye looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Bye is looking to counter the offense by Buckeye and move into the clinch. Buckeye shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bye defends it nicely. Cameron Bye is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Bye dives in for a single leg takedown but Buckeye sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#BC# Bye pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat. Cameron Bye is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Buckeye has his takedown stuffed and Bye counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Buckeye shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bye sprawls well. Bye wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Buckeye gets slowly back to his feet. Bye went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#T4# Bye scores with a kick to the midsection.#TD2# Buckeye shoots in and gets a takedown into Bye's guard. Bye manages to wriggle out and sneak his way back up to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched up against the cage. 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! Buckeye goes for a takedown attempt but Bye pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Jab Buckeye has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Bye paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Bye scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
And that's the end of the fight! Cameron Bye showed his dominance in that final round. Well Bye has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 30:27 Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 30:27 Judge Nard Betker scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Cameron Bye! |
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Event:
OFK 93 - Tiramanti Vs Pinochet
Date: May 29, 2021 |
#R1# Tennessen lands a slapping body shot.
#TD2# Buckeye gets a takedown into half guard. Tennessen controlling the position for now. Tennessen wants to improve his position but Buckeye is controlling well.
Tennessen trying to control from the bottom.
Tennessen is looking for a sweep. Buckeye is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Tennessen won't allow Buckeye to pass to mount. Tennessen tries to roll over but Buckeye keeps him under control. Buckeye looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights. Tennessen is looking to control Buckeye's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Tennessen avoid being mounted? We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tennessen is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. Buckeye seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Buckeye is pressing down on Tennessen's thigh, looking to free his foot. Tennessen is holding on for now. Tennessen tries to roll over but Buckeye keeps him under control.#T1# Buckeye looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Tennessen with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB# Tennessen is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Buckeye pulls his head out easily. Buckeye is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Buckeye lands a nice short elbow. Tennessen gets full guard.#SUB# Tennessen is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB# Tennessen throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Buckeye is in close to Tennessen's body, working some short punches and elbows. Tennessen wants to sweep but no luck. #T2# Buckeye stands up over Tennessen, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Tennessen is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Buckeye trying to control the position from guard on top but Tennessen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Buckeye stopping the sweep attempt from Tennessen. Tennessen keeping full guard, as Buckeye tries to pass. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Buckeye lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard. Tennessen wants to sweep but no luck. Tennessen has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage. Tennessen is trying to keep Buckeye in close.
#SUB# Tennessen throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Buckeye postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T3# Buckeye passes into half guard. The fighters are battling for position here. Tennessen manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB# Tennessen is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Buckeye defends well. Buckeye postures up.
Buckeye postures up and lands a big shot to Tennessen's brow. Buckeye postures up.
Tennessen keeping full guard, as Buckeye tries to pass. #SUB# Tennessen had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Buckeye defends it easily. Tennessen can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Buckeye controls the pace. Tennessen trying to control the position.
Buckeye distracts Tennessen with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T4# Tennessen looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Tennessen is working hard here to advance position. Tennessen working a defensive guard here.
Tennessen keeping full guard, as Buckeye tries to pass. #SUB# Tennessen escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Buckeye gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. Tennessen trying to keep a closed guard but Buckeye is proving a slippery customer.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Buckeye looking to pass the guard. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jab Buckeye dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2# Buckeye has his takedown stuffed and Tennessen connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Buckeye has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Tennessen lands a jab to Buckeye's midsection. Buckeye fails with the takedown. Buckeye shoots for a double leg takedown but Tennessen sprawls well. He's pushed Buckeye's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. A counter left hand to the body from Tennessen misses its target. Caspian Tennessen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jab Buckeye. Buckeye misses with a hook
and Tennessen counters with a straight punch to the midsection. Tennessen lands the left hand. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Good standup being displayed there by Tennessen as he connects with a hook. Buckeye tries for a takedown but Tennessen sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Buckeye fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Tennessen avoids it really well and circles away. Buckeye is breathing heavily.#T1# Buckeye ducks under a wild hook from Tennessen. Buckeye looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Buckeye tries for a takedown but Tennessen circles away easily and Tennessen counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT#It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut. Buckeye staying out of range there. Buckeye scores with a jab. Tennessen misses with an uppercut. Buckeye saw that one coming. Buckeye with a lazy takedown attempt and Tennessen counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Buckeye thinking. Tennessen misses with a two punch combination.
Tennessen lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#T2# Buckeye looks for a takedown but Tennessen sprawls well. An attempted straight right counter from Tennessen misses the target. Buckeye uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Tennessen. Buckeye fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Tennessen avoids it really well and circles away. Buckeye slips under a jab. Jab Buckeye is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Buckeye shoots in but doesn't get the takedown and Tennessen counters with a straight right hand. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Buckeye lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Buckeye. Buckeye with a poor takedown letting Tennessen counter with a right hand. Tennessen throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Caspian Tennessen is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3# Tennessen lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Buckeye at a distance.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Tennessen. Buckeye misses with a wild combination.
It looked like Tennessen wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. No luck for Buckeye with that takedown attempt. Tennessen changes levels and scores with a jab to the body. Buckeye tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Tennessen swivels and escapes.#KD# Tennessen lands a left and a right that send Buckeye crashing to the mat, dazed. Tennessen thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet! This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Tennessen throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Buckeye moves out of range as Tennessen strikes.#T4# Buckeye fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Buckeye keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Buckeye ducks under a wild hook from Tennessen. Buckeye misses with a straight right. Tennessen keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Tennessen is looking to counter with a shot to the body. Tennessen misses the shot to the body. A punch combination from Tennessen misses. Buckeye is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Buckeye fails with the takedown and Tennessen counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Caspian Tennessen dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Jab Buckeye's cut. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. 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# Tennessen looks to score with a jab to the body but Buckeye is just out of range. Despite the aggression on Buckeye's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Buckeye slips under a jab from Tennessen. Buckeye shoots in looking for a takedown. Tennessen tries to sprawl out of it but Buckeye keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Tennessen manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. Tennessen throws an overhand right that lands on Buckeye's shoulder, as Buckeye tries to avoid the shot. Buckeye tries to score a power double leg takedown but Tennessen sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Buckeye somewhat. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Tennessen ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T1# Buckeye misses the shot to the body. Buckeye has a takedown stuffed. Caspian Tennessen has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jab Buckeye. Buckeye takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Tennessen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Buckeye manages to avoid it. Buckeye looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #CUT#That has opened up Jab Buckeye's cut even more. Nice sprawl there from Tennessen as Buckeye shoots in. Tennessen connects with a good right hand that stumbles Buckeye. Buckeye circles away out of range and recomposes himself. Tennessen throws a body shot but no joy. Tennessen misses the shot to the body. Buckeye bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes. Buckeye dives in and grabs Tennessen's left leg, looking for a takedown. Tennessen pushes down on Buckeye's head and hops out. Buckeye fails to land the takedown. A little feinted left hand from Tennessen on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T2# Tennessen just misses with a punch to the body.
Buckeye looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Buckeye shoots in for a takedown but Tennessen shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Tennessen throwing a counter right hand but Buckeye manages to avoid it. Buckeye dodges the punch combination from Tennessen.
And Buckeye tries to counter it with a takedown but Tennessen pushes his down on his head and steps out. Tennessen 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.
Tennessen feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Buckeyes jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist! 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! Buckeye darts in looking for a takedown but Tennessen gets double underhooks and turns Buckeye into the cage. Caspian Tennessen is winning the standup battle so far.#T3# Tennessen lands a right hook to the body.
Tennessen misses with the combination.
Buckeye closes the distance and clinches up with Tennessen, looking for a takedown. Buckeye pushes Tennessen against the cage but Tennessen circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Tennessen appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#TD2# Buckeye fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Tennessen to the ground. Buckeye is now in Tennessen's guard. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Tennessen is on top in guard.
#REVR# Tennessen throws a big right hand that misses. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Tennessen accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Buckeye preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Tennessen sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Buckeye's guard. Buckeye wants to get back to full guard. Jab Buckeye has got the better of the ground game so far. Tennessen working over Buckeye with some ground and pound. Buckeye looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Tennessen working Buckeye over with strikes. Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T4# Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Buckeye avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Tennessen. Tennessen not landing any meaningful shots this time. Tennessen 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. Buckeye manages to get to full guard.
Tennessen throwing strikes from guard but Buckeye blocks nicely. Tennessen distracts Buckeye with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Tennessen landing some decent shots from guard. Tennessen throwing strikes from guard but Buckeye blocks nicely. Tennessen postures up.
Tennessen throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Tennessen chips away with some ground and pound. Buckeye working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Tennessen. Tennessen throws a big elbow that misses.
And that's the end of the fight! Caspian Tennessen showed his dominance in that final round. I think Tennessen 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 Albert Achterberg scores the fight 29:28 Judge Patrick Alders scores the fight 29:28 Judge Wagner Zegers scores the fight 29:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Caspian Tennessen! Caspian Tennessen bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
OFK 86 - Moreno Vs Horn
Date: May 05, 2021 |
#R1# White tries to clinch but Buckeye moves away #TD# and Buckeye decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in White's guard. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. White 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# White perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. White thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Buckeye's head. White looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Buckeye with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. White passes to full mount! Buckeye can't escape the position.
White looking to control and managing it successfully. Buckeye is wriggling around trying to escape.
Buckeye tries to lock up and control but White gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. White controlling from mount. #T1# White trying to control but Buckeye is having none of it. White sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. White looking to control but Buckeye is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. Buckeye wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.#T2# Buckeye is in bad spot here.
Buckeye prevents White from getting a body triangle.#SUB2# White working for a choke but Buckeye is defending well. The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. White struggling to keep hold of the position.
Buckeye is trying to break free.
#SUB2# White working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. White lands shots from the back. #T3# Buckeye breaks White's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Buckeye wants to control from the top but White keeps moving. White trying to control the position here. Let's hope that White 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. White is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Buckeye trying to control but White is working from the bottom. Buckeye throwing strikes but missing. #T4# Buckeye sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed White's guard. White tries to get to full guard but Buckeye has control of the leg. Ground and pound from Buckeye. Buckeye wants to pass the guard but White is defending well. #SUB# Buckeye is looking for a kimura but White is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Buckeye to get the leverage. White manages to get to full guard.
White pulls Buckeye in close to prevent any damage. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Buckeye 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. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Ralphie White dominated that round. Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2# White throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Buckeye stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. White lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Buckeye at a distance.
Buckeye staying out of range there. An attempted straight right counter from Buckeye misses the target. Jab Buckeye is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. White paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Buckeye looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Buckeye fails with the takedown and White counters with a right hand to the body. Buckeye changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. White tries to avoid it but Buckeye manages to keep hold of a leg and drag White to the ground. White escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. White scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent. White scores with a body shot.
White connects with a body shot that sends Buckeye's belly button to the back. White scores with a jab. Buckeye acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CUT2#It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! White digs a good body shot into Buckeye's ribs. Buckeye looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? White is fending him off so far but Buckeye persists. Nope, White circles away and we're back to standing. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jab Buckeye. That's going to take a lot out of him. White lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Buckeye fails to land the takedown. White is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Buckeye rather than just go for the knockout. Buckeye shoots in for a double leg but White sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#T1# White connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. White keeps Buckeye at a distance using the push kick. Buckeye doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body. White wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection. White throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Buckeye stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly. Ralphie White seems to be getting the better of the standup. Buckeye is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
White lands with an uppercut that bounces Buckeye off the cage and back into range. White scores with a hook.#CUT2#Jab Buckeye's cut is getting worse. White and Buckeye are patiently standing in front of each other looking for an opening. White throws a head kick. It's landed, knocking Buckeye into next week! Ooooh that was huge! White knows it - he's on the cage flexing is biceps. That's a bit weird considering he won by kick but whatever.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Ralphie White! After winning the bout, Ralphie White 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:
OFK 79 - Bagwis Vs Akharraz
Date: Apr 10, 2021 |
#R1# No luck for Buckeye with that takedown attempt. Buckeye tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kelly swivels and escapes. Kelly walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CUT2#It looks like Pat Kelly has been cut. Kelly throws a jab but it's blocked by Buckeye. Buckeye throws a right and a left that Kelly avoids nicely. Buckeye has a takedown stuffed. Pat Kelly has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jab Buckeye. Kelly loads up on a big right hand but Buckeye slips the punch. A telegraphed right hand from Kelly misses the target. Kelly 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. Kelly waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Buckeye. Buckeye misses with a few strikes there.
An attempted straight right counter from Kelly misses the target. A big left from Kelly misses. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye takes one to the side of the head.
Buckeye misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Kelly scores with a jab to the body.#T1# Kelly lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Buckeye backs up against the cage.
Kelly stalks Buckeye and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into Buckeye's face. Buckeye staggers backwards, shaken. Kelly tries to clinch up but Buckeye circles away and keeps his distance. Buckeye moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Buckeye staying out of range there.#TD2# Buckeye fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Kelly to the ground. Buckeye is now in Kelly's guard. Kelly has momentary wrist control but Buckeye slips an elbow through the middle. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Buckeye trying to control the position from guard on top but Kelly is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Buckeye scoring with punches to the head and body. Buckeye postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Kelly keeping moving, preventing Buckeye from controlling successfully. Buckeye won't allow Kelly to get back to his feet. Buckeye pushing down on Kelly's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. Kelly wants to get back to his feet.
Buckeye wants to take a breather but Kelly is having none of it. #T2# Kelly is looking to escape. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Buckeye wants to pass to mount but Kelly is defending the position. Kelly is trying to stand up here but Buckeye is controlling him well. Nice strikes from Buckeye there. Kelly looks like he's trying to stand up.
Buckeye performing his best blanket impression for a moment. Buckeye prevents Kelly from standing back up.
Buckeye passes to side control. Kelly wants to get back to his feet but Buckeye drags him back down. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.#T3# Kelly takes a couple of big shots there - the referee warns him that he has to defend himself better. Kelly wants to get back to his feet but Buckeye drags him back down. Buckeye taking a breather here. Kelly is pushing Buckeye's head away, looking to escape. Buckeye manages to hold on to the position though. Kelly is not content to let Buckeye control the position. Kelly is trying to buck Buckeye off. Buckeye working the ground and pound from side control. Buckeye controls the position. Kelly wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#T4# Kelly trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful. Buckeye connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Kelly some visible discomfort.
Kelly is pushing Buckeye's head away, looking to escape. Buckeye manages to hold on to the position though. Kelly takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
Kelly is trying to buck Buckeye off. Buckeye wants to control but Kelly is keeping him busy. Buckeye working the head with strikes. Buckeye scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Kelly to see if he's OK. Kelly wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done! Buckeye cracks Kelly with an elbow. That is naaassty. Kelly wants to get back to his feet but Buckeye drags him back down. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jab Buckeye dominated that round. The cut man is working on Pat Kelly's cut. That's time! Kelly's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2# Buckeye throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Kelly counters with a stiff right hand. Buckeye with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Kelly to score with a decent uppercut. Buckeye moves away from the strike by Kelly. Kelly looks to score with a jab to the body but Buckeye is just out of range. Buckeye ducks under a wild hook from Kelly. Buckeye blocks a jab. Kelly throws a jab when Buckeye was well out of range. Buckeye with the counter takedown but Kelly avoids it easily. Buckeye uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kelly.
Buckeye dives in for a single leg takedown but Kelly sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Pat Kelly is winning the standup battle so far. Kelly thows a left - swing and a miss! Kelly comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Kelly throws a big counter combination but Buckeye scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Kelly goes to the watering hole and comes back with a big thumbs up from the judges as he scores a three punch combo. Kelly throws an overhand right that lands on Buckeye's shoulder, as Buckeye tries to avoid the shot. #TD2# Buckeye shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#T1# Buckeye is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Kelly is looking to escape. Buckeye not doing much here.
Kelly is trying to stand.
Ground and pound from Buckeye. Buckeye has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Kelly is trying to stand up here but Buckeye is controlling him well. Ground and pound from Buckeye. Buckeye seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. Kelly is trying to stand back up but Buckeye is controlling him
#T2# Buckeye lands with a punch from half guard. Buckeye working the head and body with strikes. #ES# Kelly kicks off Buckeye and gets to his feet. Kelly misses with a straight right. Kelly is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all. Buckeye looks to land a right hand but Kelly moved out of range. Kelly looks to throw the jab but Buckeye is out of range. Buckeye tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kelly defends well and Buckeye ends up having to push Kelly into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. It looked like Kelly was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit. Pat Kelly has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jab Buckeye. Buckeye throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land. Kelly throwing a counter right hand but Buckeye manages to avoid it. Kelly thuds his right hand into Buckeye's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Buckeye connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Kelly momentarily.
Kelly throws a jab but it's blocked by Buckeye. Kelly misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Buckeye.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Buckeye. Kelly ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Buckeye moves away. Kelly throws a body punch but Buckeye moves out of range. Buckeye with the counter takedown but Kelly avoids it easily.#T3# Buckeye drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Kelly misses with a wild body shot. Buckeye shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Kelly as he avoids it easily. A little feinted left hand from Kelly on the counter but he doesn't commit to it. Kelly moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot. Pat Kelly seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Buckeye takes one to the chin there. Nice straight punches there by Kelly. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kelly. Kelly misses with a looping left. Kelly throws a nice looking combination but Buckeye bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Kelly throws a shot from downtown. Buckeye moves away and avoids it. Buckeye fails with a takedown attempt. Buckeye darts in looking for a takedown but Kelly gets double underhooks and turns Buckeye into the cage. Buckeye shoots for a takedown but Kelly saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily. A slow jab from Kelly misses its intended target. #T4# The fighters circle momentarily. Kelly darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch. Buckeye scores with a decent looking hook. This has been an exciting period of action! Kelly throws a jab but it's blocked by Buckeye. Kelly lands a jab to the nose. Kelly lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Kelly. Buckeye takes one to the side of the head.
Kelly misses with a two punch combination.
Buckeye with the counter takedown but Kelly avoids it easily. A jab from Kelly finds it's way through Buckeye's defenses. Buckeye shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Kelly pinned against the cage. Kelly gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Kelly throws a big counter combination but Buckeye scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage. Buckeye has his takedown stuffed and Kelly counters with a lovely straight right hand!#TD2# Buckeye changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Kelly looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Kelly is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Pat Kelly dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Pat Kelly's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3# Kelly throws out a loose jab but Buckeye uses good head movement to avoid it. Jab Buckeye is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Buckeye uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Kelly. Kelly lands a nice shot to the body.
Kelly looks to score with a jab to the body but Buckeye is just out of range. Kelly connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Buckeye's hands. No luck for Buckeye with that takedown attempt. Kelly's corner calls for a 1-2. Kelly obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. Kelly misses the shot to the body. Buckeye fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Kelly avoids it really well and circles away. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye shoots for a double leg takedown but Kelly sprawls well. He's pushed Buckeye's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Pat Kelly has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jab Buckeye. Buckeye throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Kelly throws a nice looking combination but Buckeye bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T1# Kelly throws a hook but Buckeye avoids it easily. Buckeye dives in and grabs Kelly's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kelly pushes down on Buckeye's head and hops out. Buckeye takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#CL# Kelly moves into the clinch. Kelly misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Buckeye.
#BC# Kelly manages to break the clinch.
Kelly takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt. Horrible takedown attempt by Buckeye or perhaps it was just good defense by Kelly, which made it look bad. Good standup being displayed there by Kelly as he connects with a hook. Kelly scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Kelly slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range. Kelly waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Buckeye. Kelly ducks down and throws a hook to the body. Kelly looks to land a left hand but Buckeye moved out of range nicely. Kelly tests Buckeye's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T2# We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Buckeye shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Kelly sprawls well. Kelly wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Buckeye gets slowly back to his feet. Kelly is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Buckeye defending well as Kelly loads up on a big left hand. Buckeye changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Kelly tries to avoid it but Buckeye manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Kelly to the ground. Kelly escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. Kelly misses with a wild body shot. Kelly throws a hook but Buckeye blocks it. Kelly stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Buckeye moves out of range of the strikes. Buckeye takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Buckeye keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Buckeye dives in and grabs Kelly's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kelly pushes down on Buckeye's head and hops out. Kelly is looking to counter with a shot to the body.#T3# Buckeye looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Kelly is fending him off so far but Buckeye persists. Nope, Kelly circles away and we're back to standing. Kelly waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Buckeye. No luck with that takedown attempt from Buckeye. Nice takedown defense from Kelly. No joy for Buckeye on that attempt. Kelly jabs Buckeye to the body, keeping him at a distance. Kelly leaves Buckeye with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Kelly works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Buckeye walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head. Kelly fakes a head shot and lands one to the body. Kelly throws a poor cross that misses
and Buckeye connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Buckeye takes one to the side of the head.
Kelly just misses with a punch to the body.
Buckeye unleashes a big counter combination but Kelly bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.#T4# Buckeye on the wrong end of a nice 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! Kelly getting the better of the striking in that exchange. Kelly throws a jab but it's blocked by Buckeye. Buckeye tries to score a power double leg takedown but Kelly sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Buckeye somewhat. Buckeye has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye. Kelly misses with a hook. A shot to the liver by Kelly. Beautiful body shot. Kelly stuffs the takedown. Buckeye moves forwards but Kelly connects with a nice, crisp jab.#CL# Kelly has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD2# Buckeye gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Kelly regains guard.
Buckeye stops Kelly from standing up. #ES# Kelly kicks Buckeye off and gets to his feet. A swing and a miss from Kelly.
And that's the end of the fight! Pat Kelly showed his dominance in that final round. I think Kelly 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 Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 29:28 Judge Daniel Blasius scores the fight 29:28 Judge Paul Aken scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Pat Kelly! |
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Event:
SMASH: Sanchez vs Colucci
Date: Mar 20, 2021 |
#R1# Buckeye with a lazy takedown attempt and Kuiva counters with a right hand to the body. Kuiva pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Buckeye back to the cage. Kuiva follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#CUT2#It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut. Kuiva scores with a body shot.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Buckeye. Buckeye tries for a takedown but Kuiva circles away easily and Kuiva counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jab Buckeye. That's going to take a lot out of him. Nice straight punches there by Kuiva. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kuiva. Kuiva throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. Kuiva jabs Buckeye right on the nose. Buckeye blinks but takes it well. 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! Buckeye displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Kuiva throws out the jab. Kuiva scores with a jab to the jaw. Jab Buckeye seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Buckeye is trying hard to land a takedown here. Kuiva sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Kuiva misses with a wild combination.
Buckeye appears to be looking for a big counter.#T1# Kuiva scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Buckeye walks into a jab. Buckeye misses with a takedown attempt and Kuiva counters with a lovely shot to the body. Buckeye misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Buckeye is breathing heavily. Buckeye takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Buckeye with a poor takedown and Kuiva connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. Buckeye takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Kuiva scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business. Buckeye takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#CUT2#Jab Buckeye's cut is getting worse. Buckeye needs to keep his hands up - Kuiva had a free shot at his head there. This has been an exciting period of action! Kuiva connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son. A punch lands to the side of Buckeye 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T2# Kuiva ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Jarna Kuiva is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Buckeye fails with the takedown and Kuiva makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range. Kuiva fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Kuiva throws a shot to the body.
Kuiva fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Buckeye looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath. Buckeye's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Kuiva connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Buckeye scrambles back to his feet. Kuiva throws out a powerful jab.#CUT2#Jab Buckeye's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it. Buckeye misses with a takedown and Kuiva counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#KD2# Kuiva feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Buckeye sprawling to the canvas! Buckeye rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Kuiva finish him?!
Kuiva is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Buckeye rather than just go for the knockout. Kuiva with a body punch. A glancing blow. Kuiva darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #CUT2#Jeez, Jab Buckeye's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked. Kuiva ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T3# Buckeye seems to be squinting his left eye. Perhaps he got a poke in that previous exchange. Kuiva shows no mercy and swarms him with a barage of strikes! Buckeye is backing up but Kuiva catches him with a final right hook that drops him! Buckeye covers up and the referee steps in to end the fight! Kuiva Jumps to his feet and flashes his guns to the crowd. Oh yeah, baby! How'd you like them apples?!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:09 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jarna Kuiva! During a confident post fight interview, Jarna Kuiva thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SMASH: Immanuel vs Wallace
Date: Jan 30, 2021 |
#R1# Pong tries to move into range but Buckeye moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand. Pong scores with a crisp jab that stopped Buckeye in his tracks. #CUT2#It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut. Buckeye shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Pong as he jumps to the side. Pong throws a hook but Buckeye blocks it. Pong misses with a hook. Pong scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent. Pong fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Buckeye manages to avoid it. Buckeye takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming. Buckeye swings and misses with a shot to the body letting Pong counter with a right hand. #TD# Buckeye looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. This has been an exciting period of action! Pong tries to roll over but Buckeye keeps him under control. Pong wants to get back to his feet.
Pong tries to roll over but Buckeye keeps him under control.#T1# Buckeye winds up and cracks Pong with a swinging punch to the side of the head. Buckeye stops Pong from getting back to his feet.
Pong is refusing to be controlled, as Buckeye sits in half guard. Pong is trying to maintain the position but Buckeye is very close to passing his half guard. Buckeye scoring with strikes to the body and head. Pong wants to improve his position but Buckeye is controlling well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Buckeye wants to free his trapped foot but Pong is holding on for dear life with his legs. Buckeye landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #T2# Buckeye looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Pong with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. Pong scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Buckeye manages to mount him!
Pong is looking to improve his position but Buckeye isn't that keen on the idea. Buckeye 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. Pong is in a horrible position here. Buckeye smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Pong is working to get back to half guard.
Pong's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back up. #SUB# Buckeye is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Pong to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Pong shrugs it off. Pong is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The referee warns Pong that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
#T3# Pong is working to get back to half guard.
Buckeye controlling the pace for now. Pong wants to control but Buckeye is having none of it. Pong takes a big shot to the dome and his eyes have rolled back in his head! Buckeye's killer instinct has kicked in as he finishes the fight with more strikes. Impressive finish.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jab Buckeye! A very excited looking Jab Buckeye rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed. |
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Event:
SMASH: Reem vs Niska
Date: Dec 26, 2020 |
#R1##TD# Queef shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Buckeye's guard. Queef keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Buckeye's head. Queef stopping the sweep attempt from Buckeye.#SUB2# Buckeye looking for a guillotine here but Queef defends easily.
Queef lands a couple of digs. Queef throwing strikes from guard but Buckeye blocks nicely. Queef is looking to work some ground and pound but Buckeye has wrist control. Queef with a flurry of punches that miss. Queef lands a couple of elbows.#SUB2# Buckeye had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Queef defends it easily. Queef throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Buckeye works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Buckeye seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB2# Buckeye has his foot on Queef's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Queef works his way back into a safe position though. Queef working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Buckeye's head.#CUT#It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut.#T1# Queef postures up in Buckeye's guard and throws a big left but Buckeye blocks it. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Queef accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Queef throws a big right hand that misses. Our spies down at at 3Band MMA inform us that Buckeye has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#SUB2# Buckeye working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Queef doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Queef manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Queef is looking to work some ground and pound but Buckeye has wrist control. Buckeye working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Queef. Queef is looking to work some ground and pound but Buckeye has wrist control. Buckeye has momentary wrist control but Queef slips an elbow through the middle. Queef in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Queef throwing strikes but missing. #SUB2# Buckeye working for a triangle but Queef defends it easily.
#SUB2# Buckeye had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Queef defends it easily. Queef landing with the ground and pound. #CUT#That has opened up Jab Buckeye's cut even more.#T2##SUB2# Buckeye looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Queef working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2# Queef avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2# Queef got a little sloppy there for a moment and Buckeye has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Queef has managed to get both his arms back between Buckeye's legs - danger averted. Buckeye working a defensive guard here.
Queef working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #CUT#The cut above Jab Buckeye's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#SUB2# Buckeye has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Queef can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2# Buckeye is looking for a triangle but Queef pushes his legs off easily.
Queef throwing strikes from guard but Buckeye blocks nicely. #T3# Queef is in close to Buckeye's body, working some short punches and elbows.#CUT#Jab Buckeye's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Jab Buckeye's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Chief Queef! An out of breath Chief Queef 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:
SMASH: Ahai vs Rautio
Date: Nov 28, 2020 |
#R1# Winner takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Buckeye misses with a straight right. Winner tries to counter by closing the distance. Buckeye misses with a body shot.
Winner defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Buckeye. Dah Winner seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Winner throws a left and a right that both miss
#TD# and Buckeye counters with a nice double leg into side control. Winner won't be happy with that. Winner wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done! The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Buckeye landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. Buckeye looks up at the clock and then as Winner takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Buckeye smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Winner really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Buckeye. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. The referee tells the fighters to keep busy. Buckeye is working Winner over with some ground and pound from side control. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Winner is trying to get back to his feet. Buckeye lands a decent elbow from side control. A lull in the action here as Buckeye stalls from top position.#T1# Buckeye landing a few strikes. A lull in the action here. Buckeye working the head with strikes. Buckeye 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. Winner struggling a bit here. Winner is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Buckeye is controlling him well. We've been hearing that Buckeye has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish. Buckeye working the body and head with strikes. Winner is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Buckeye is controlling him well. Buckeye lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Winner down.
#T2# A lull in the action here as Buckeye stalls from top position. Buckeye landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. Buckeye scoring with punches from side control. Buckeye landing strikes. Buckeye controlling the position. Winner wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done! The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Buckeye grinds an elbow into Winner 's temple. #T3# Buckeye working the head with strikes. Buckeye lands a nice forearm strike. Buckeye lands an elbow. Buckeye in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #SUB# Buckeye is trying to get an arm triangle but Winner is defending well. Winner tries to escape but Buckeye is in control. Buckeye in side control lands a decent elbow. Buckeye staying calm. Winner on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #T4# Buckeye 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 Winner 's shoulder. That is not cool. Winner is not in a great position here, taking some shots. Buckeye prevents Winner from escaping the position.#SUB# Buckeye tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Buckeye has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Buckeye is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Winner will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already. You can see the frustration on Winner 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Winner on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #SUB# Buckeye working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. Winner is trying to get back to his feet. And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jab Buckeye dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2# Winner is looking to clinch but Buckeye is avoiding it.
Winner jabs Buckeye right on the nose. Buckeye blinks but takes it well. Winner digs a good body shot into Buckeye's ribs. Buckeye is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Winner .#CUT2#It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut. Buckeye works Winner 's body with a nice hook. Winner cracks Buckeye with a good jab. Winner fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Buckeye checks it well. Winner ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Buckeye moves away.#TD# Buckeye scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. This has been an exciting period of action! Buckeye trying to control the pace. Buckeye scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Winner is trying to stand up here but Buckeye is controlling him well. #T1# Buckeye works his foot free and advances to mount. Buckeye lands a nice shot to the head. Buckeye lands a heavy elbow. Winner slips a leg in and gets back to half guard. Winner tries to kick Buckeye off but Buckeye keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. Buckeye keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action. Winner wants to get back to his feet.
Buckeye perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T2# Buckeye looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Winner with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. Buckeye is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Winner can do to turn this around? Buckeye takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Buckeye seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. Buckeye slips a nice elbow through Winner 's hands, connecting with Winner 's forehead. Buckeye uses his free foot to push down on Winner 's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Winner . Winner wants to try and get back to his feet. Winner is bucking up trying to escape but Buckeye cracks him with another couple of good strikes. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Buckeye looking to control and managing it successfully. Buckeye with shots to the head and body - Winner looks very uncomfortable down there. Winner is in a horrible position here. Buckeye smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
#T3# Buckeye controlling his opponent. #SUB# Winner has left one of his arms exposed and Buckeye doesn't need a second invitation. He's isolated it and locked on a tight armbar. Winner screams and taps out, obviously in a lot of pain. Hopefully there isn't permanent damage to that arm.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:28 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jab Buckeye! Jab Buckeye spent the whole post fight interview bigging himself up. It didn't go down that well with the fans after a while as they thought it was a bit arrogant. |
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Event:
SMASH: McQuirre vs Stralman
Date: Oct 31, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Rakic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Buckeye. Rakic uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Buckeye. Buckeye throws a big shot that misses. Rakic uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Buckeye. Buckeye throws a big shot that misses. As Buckeye looks to move away, Rakic throws a big counter combo but Buckeye just gets out of the way. Rakic looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Rakic staying out of range there. Rakic looks for a takedown but Buckeye sprawls well.#CL# Buckeye tries to keep at a distance but Rakic has taken the fight into the clinch.#BC# Rakic escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jab Buckeye seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Rakic swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
No joy there for Buckeye, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Rakic is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Buckeye. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Rakic moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Rakic is looking for a counter combo.#TD# Rakic closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Rakic lands in his opponent's guard. This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Buckeye is trying to keep Rakic in close.
#T1# Rakic with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.#SUB2# Buckeye is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Rakic defends well. Rakic works over Buckeye with some ground and pound from guard. Rakic working some strikes from top position.#SUB2# Buckeye working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Rakic has passed into half guard!
Buckeye is looking to get back to full guard here but Rakic has managed to pass to side control instead. You can see the frustration on Buckeye's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Buckeye is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard. Rakic takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T2# Rakic is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. #CUT#It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut. Rakic slips a nice elbow through Buckeye's hands, connecting with Buckeye's forehead.#CUT#That has opened up Jab Buckeye's cut even more. Rakic lands strikes from half guard. Buckeye on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #CUT#The cut above Jab Buckeye's eye is starting to cause him problems now. Nice strikes from Rakic there. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Buckeye makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Buckeye. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Rakic lands a couple of decent looking shots. Rakic lands a couple of decent looking shots.#CUT#Jab Buckeye's cut is absolute horrible now. This looks like something out of a horror film with blood covering both fighters.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Jab Buckeye's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Marko Rakic! A victorious Marko Rakic 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:
SMASH: Trump vs Rocker
Date: Oct 03, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Murphy takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily. Murphy tries a head kick but it misses.
Murphy plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!#CUT#It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut. Murphy has been working on his boxing with his coaches at CrossFit Sydney in the buildup to the fight. Murphy has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Buckeye finds it's way round the side to connect with Murphy's head. Buckeye sizes up Murphy with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle. #CUT2#It looks like Shane Murphy has been cut. Murphy misses with a head kick.
Buckeye lands a nice hook to Murphy's body. Murphy takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Murphy scores with a head kick. Buckeye tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time. Buckeye fails to land with a series of punches.
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! Good shot there by Buckeye. Murphy loads up on a big right hand but Buckeye slips the punch. Buckeye throws a nice looking combination but Murphy bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Buckeye paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. Murphy tries a head kick but it misses.
Buckeye avoids the head kick by Murphy.
Buckeye jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Murphy is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
#ROC2#Murphy is rocked! Buckeye closes the distance and lands a crisp combination that knocks Murphy out cold! Murphy corner are devastated, head in hands behind our commentary position. Poor guys.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Jab Buckeye! Jab Buckeye 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:
SMASH: Steelers vs Bundy
Date: Sep 05, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2# Rakic gets a clinch. #TD# Buckeye is trying to trip Rakic. He has hold of a leg but Rakic is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Buckeye persists though and gets the takedown into guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Buckeye looking to pass the guard. Rakic is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. Rakic is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Rakic seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. Rakic 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. Buckeye throws a big right hand that misses. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Rakic 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##SUB# Buckeye looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Rakic scoring with strikes to the body and head. #T1# Buckeye keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Rakic not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Rakic missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Buckeye manages to get to full guard.
Rakic throws an elbow that misses. Buckeye uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Rakic's guard. Nice move by Buckeye!#REVR# Buckeye trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Rakic 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. Rakic keeping moving, preventing Buckeye from controlling successfully. Buckeye with a flurry of punches that miss. Buckeye wants to control from the top but Rakic keeps moving. #T2# Rakic 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# Nice strikes from Rakic there. #CUT2#It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut. Buckeye wants to control but Rakic is keeping busy and won't allow it. Rakic missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB# Buckeye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Rakic looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Buckeye with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB# Buckeye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Rakic scoring with strikes to the body and head. #CUT2#Jab Buckeye's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it. Rakic slips a nice elbow through Buckeye's hands, connecting with Buckeye's forehead.#T3##SUB# Buckeye looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB# Buckeye actively working from the bottom here. The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Rakic connects with a nice short shot to Buckeye's temple. Buckeye wants to get back to full guard. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Rakic lands a nice short elbow. Rakic lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #CUT2#Jeez, Jab Buckeye's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Jab Buckeye's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Marko Rakic! A very excited looking Marko Rakic 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:
SMASH: Jordon vs Williams
Date: Aug 08, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! A decent looking cross lands there for Buckeye. No luck for Buckeye with that takedown attempt. #TD2# Buckeye manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Alcantara on his heels. He'll look to pass Alcantara's guard now, I'm sure. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Buckeye accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Buckeye accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Buckeye looking to pass the guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Buckeye is still trying to improve position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Alcantara is adopting a defensive guard. Buckeye in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T1# Buckeye throwing strikes but missing. Buckeye trying to control but Alcantara is working from the bottom. Buckeye throws a big elbow that misses. Alcantara avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Buckeye missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. Buckeye landing with the ground and pound. Buckeye is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #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. Buckeye trying to control but Alcantara is working from the bottom. Alcantara has his hands on Buckeye's head, controlling the position. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Alcantara misses with a wild body shot. A low kick from Alcantara misses #TD2# so Buckeye counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #ES# The fighters are working up against the cage. Alcantara manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage. Alcantara swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#TD2# Buckeye gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Buckeye throws a strike but Alcantara rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR# Alcantara postures up in Buckeye's guard and throws a big left but Buckeye blocks it. Alcantara stopping the sweep attempt from Buckeye.#SUB2# Buckeye escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Alcantara gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T3# Buckeye keeping full guard, as Alcantara tries to pass. #SUB2# Buckeye is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Alcantara defends well. Alcantara working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2# Buckeye has his foot on Alcantara's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Alcantara works his way back into a safe position though. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Buckeye is on top in guard.
#REVB# A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Buckeye accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Alcantara tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T4# Buckeye wants to control from the top but Alcantara keeps moving. Buckeye has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Buckeye sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Alcantara's guard. Alcantara wants to control but Buckeye is keeping busy and won't allow it. Buckeye performing his best blanket impression for a moment. Alcantara is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jab Buckeye 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# Alcantara misses with an uppercut
and Buckeye counters with a lovely straight right hand! Alcantara throws a lazy right hand but Buckeye sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Buckeye is trying hard to land a takedown here. Alcantara sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. It looked like Alcantara wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit. Alcantara tries to clinch up. No luck with that takedown attempt from Buckeye. Left hook, right uppercut from Buckeye. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Alcantara displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Buckeye. Alcantara swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Abraham Alcantara has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jab Buckeye. Alcantara tries to clinch up but Buckeye circles away and keeps his distance. Buckeye tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#T1# Buckeye has a takedown stuffed.#CL# Alcantara has Buckeye up against the cage in a clinch.
Buckeye drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Alcantara gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Buckeye drops down looking for an ankle pick but Alcantara pulls his leg out and moves away.
Alcantara is looking to clinch but Buckeye is avoiding it.
Alcantara misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Buckeye.
#TD2# Buckeye shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Alcantara napping and manages to drive through into side control! Alcantara is trying to get back to half guard.#T2# Buckeye in side control, throwing shots but Alcantara defends. Alcantara is looking for a sweep. You can see the frustration on Alcantara's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Buckeye trying to control the position but Alcantara is working away. The referee asks Buckeye politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Buckeye prefers to stall for the moment though. Buckeye tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. Buckeye throws an elbow but Alcantara slips to the side and avoids it well. Jab Buckeye has got the better of the ground game so far.#T3# Buckeye is looking to take a break and control but Alcantara is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. The referee tells the fighters to keep busy. Buckeye is trying to ground and pound but Alcantara uses the momentary lack of control by Buckeye to regain half guard. Alcantara is controlling Buckeye's position as best he can from this difficult position. Alcantara is trying to get back to full guard. Buckeye wants to pass to mount but Alcantara is defending the position. It looks like the ref is thinking about a standup.#T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Buckeye throwing shots but Alcantara is blocking nicely. Buckeye not landing any meaningful shots this time. Buckeye sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Alcantara defending well though. Buckeye looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Alcantara swings widly with a right hand
#TD2# and Buckeye counters with a shoot takedown. Alcantara fights it but they end up in guard. Alcantara has momentary wrist control but Buckeye slips an elbow through the middle. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Alcantara 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. Alcantara keeping moving, preventing Buckeye from controlling successfully. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jab Buckeye showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3# Buckeye fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Alcantara misses with a straight right. Buckeye changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt. Alcantara tries to score with a low kick but Buckeye moves his leg out of the way. Buckeye scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. Buckeye looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Alcantara is fending him off so far but Buckeye persists. Nope, Alcantara circles away and we're back to standing. Alcantara moves in looking to clinch but Buckeye pushes him off. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye tries to move into range but Alcantara moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CUT#It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut. Buckeye fails with the takedown. Alcantara swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect. Abraham Alcantara has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jab Buckeye. Buckeye's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Alcantara connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Buckeye scrambles back to his feet.#T1# Buckeye keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Alcantara. Abraham Alcantara is winning the standup battle so far. Buckeye shoots in and drives through. Alcantara sprawls well. Buckeye moves out of range of the leg kick from Alcantara. Alcantara lands a nice hook to Buckeye's body. Buckeye takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. Abraham Alcantara is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Horrible takedown attempt by Buckeye or perhaps it was just good defense by Alcantara, which made it look bad. Buckeye shoots for a double leg takedown but Alcantara sprawls well. He's pushed Buckeye's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. Buckeye on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Buckeye shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Alcantara as he avoids it easily. Abraham Alcantara has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2# Buckeye drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#CUT#That has opened up Jab Buckeye's cut even more. Buckeye misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Buckeye takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired. Buckeye ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#KD# Alcantara catches Buckeye napping and connects with a big right hand that sends Buckeye to the canvas!
#ROC#Buckeye is rocked! The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Alcantara loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. We've been hearing that Alcantara has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish. Buckeye keeping moving, preventing Alcantara from controlling successfully. Alcantara stands up over Buckeye, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Buckeye avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Buckeye throwing short punches from the bottom. #T3# Buckeye is trying to keep Alcantara in close.
Alcantara is looking to work some ground and pound but Buckeye has wrist control.#SUB2# Buckeye throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2# Buckeye working for a triangle but Alcantara defends it easily.
#SUB2# Buckeye throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Alcantara scoring with some ground and pound. #CUT#The cut above Jab Buckeye's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2# Buckeye has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Alcantara should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Buckeye has tightened it up now! Alcantara should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Jab Buckeye! Jab Buckeye 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:
SMASH: Stone vs Dee
Date: Jul 11, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2# Buckeye looking to score a takedown here. James is defending well but Buckeye drives through and ends up in James's guard. Buckeye wants to pass the guard but James is keeping the position. Buckeye is stalling in the 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.#SUB2# Buckeye drops back, looking for a kneebar! James looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. James looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from James! #REVR# James staying calm. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1# Buckeye tries to bench press James off him but James keeps the position. James controlling the position. Buckeye tries to buck James off but James is having none of it. Buckeye is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Buckeye is looking to get back to full guard here but James has managed to pass to side control instead. James trying to control the position but Buckeye is working away. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. James happy to just control the position for now. #SU# James has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand. #T2# James stuffs the takedown attempt from Buckeye. Buckeye gets slowly back to his feet. James slaps away a takedown attempt from Buckeye, before circling back to the center of the mat. James pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Buckeye looks like he wants to counter punch here. James stuffs the takedown. Jessie James has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jab Buckeye. Buckeye misses with a straight right. James dips down and scores with a jab to the body. James misses with a jab, cross combination.
Buckeye throws out a counter right but James avoids it with no problem. James fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Buckeye moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross. Jessie James is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3##TD2# Buckeye scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Buckeye tries to pass the half guard into mount. James knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. Buckeye missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Buckeye stalling. Buckeye working over James with some ground and pound. James looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Buckeye throwing shots but James is blocking nicely. Buckeye wants to pass to mount but James is defending the position. #T4# Buckeye misses with a head shot. James uses the momentum to regain guard. James utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Buckeye is looking to work some ground and pound but James has wrist control. James utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Buckeye throws a big elbow that misses. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Buckeye looking to control the position here, rather than advance. James wants to get back to his feet but Buckeye is in a dominant position and won't allow it. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jessie James dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2# Buckeye lands an overhand right. James lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent. Buckeye displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as James throws out the jab. Buckeye shoots in for a takedown but James shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Buckeye throws a right and a left that both miss. Buckeye drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. Jessie James is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. The crowd cheers as James lands an impressive looking overhand right. Buckeye doesn't seem phased though. James misses with the body kick#TD2# and Buckeye counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Buckeye. Buckeye lands a couple of elbows. This has been an exciting period of action! James wants to stand but Buckeye is controlling the position. James utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Jab Buckeye has got the better of the ground game so far.#T1# Buckeye trying to control but James is working from the bottom. Buckeye trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Buckeye trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Buckeye tries to free his leg and advance position but James is retaining full guard. Buckeye trying to control but James is working from the bottom. Buckeye missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T2# The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so. Buckeye wants to pass the guard but James is keeping the position.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Buckeye lands with a hook. James tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. Buckeye shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as James sprawls well. James wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Buckeye gets slowly back to his feet. Buckeye will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. An attempted straight right counter from James misses the target. Jessie James has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jab Buckeye. James misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Buckeye moves out of range as James strikes. Nice sprawl there from James as Buckeye shoots in. James throwing a counter right hand but Buckeye manages to avoid it.#TD2# Excellent takedown into side control there by Buckeye. #ES# James explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! #T3# Buckeye tries for a takedown but James circles away easily and James counters with a nice uppercut. Jessie James is winning the standup battle so far. James throws a hook but Buckeye blocks it. Buckeye tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but James defends well and Buckeye ends up having to push James into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Nice straight punches there by James. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of James. A big right from James misses. James lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
James throws a jab but it's blocked by Buckeye. Buckeye fails with a takedown attempt. James slips under a jab.#T4# A telegraphed takedown attempt from Buckeye is defended easily by James. James leaves Buckeye with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. James dips to his left and cracks Buckeye with an uppercut!#CUT#It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! James connects with a looping right hand.
James checks a leg kick. Buckeye doesn't succeed with the takedown and James counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. Buckeye takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jessie James dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Jab Buckeye's cut. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3# Sloppy strikes from James. Those never looked like landing. Buckeye shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. James defends it nicely. Buckeye dives in for a single leg takedown but James sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Buckeye tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but James swivels and escapes. Jessie James has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jab Buckeye. James paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button. James looks to land a right hand but Buckeye moved out of range. Buckeye displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as James throws out the jab. Buckeye drops down looking to force a counter takedown but James defends it well. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye misses with a takedown attempt and Buckeye takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. James throws a series of punches but Buckeye moves out of range. Buckeye fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but James avoids it really well and circles away.#T1# James keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl. Buckeye defending well as James loads up on a big left hand. Buckeye ducks under a wild hook from James. Buckeye tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but James swivels and escapes. Nice uppercut lands for James. That snapped Buckeye's head back.
Buckeye avoids a lazy jab quite easily. A big left from James misses. James misses with a looping left. Buckeye is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Jessie James seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Buckeye shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with James but James pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T2# Some wild striking there from James.
James lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head. James lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh. A combination from James does no damage. Buckeye darts in looking for a takedown but James gets double underhooks and turns Buckeye into the cage. James half committed to a counter leg kick. James throws the left hand but Buckeye avoids the punch easily. Buckeye with the counter takedown but James avoids it easily. James throws a looping overhand right but Buckeye ducks down to avoid it. Buckeye appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body. James throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Buckeye shoots in but no luck this time. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. James tries to bum rush Buckeye with a series of wild strikes but Buckeye uses good footwork to avoid the assault. Buckeye changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#T3# James scores with a crisp jab that stopped Buckeye in his tracks. James throws a combination that misses and Buckeye connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle. James swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Buckeye. James takes a swing at Buckeye's ribcage but misses. And Buckeye tries to counter it with a takedown but James pushes his down on his head and steps out. Buckeye tries to score a power double leg takedown but James sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Buckeye somewhat. A slow jab from James misses its intended target. Buckeye feints the counter takedown. Buckeye shoots in but James avoids the takedown attempt easily. Buckeye drops his hands momentarily and James takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. Jessie James is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4# Some wild striking there from James.
Buckeye avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Buckeye dives in and grabs James's left leg, looking for a takedown. James pushes down on Buckeye's head and hops out. James swinging wildly here.
Buckeye showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from James.
Jab Buckeye has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#TD2# Buckeye drives through with a takedown into guard. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. James working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Buckeye.
And that's the end of the fight! Jessie James showed his dominance in that final round. Well I reckon that's a shut out for James, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 30:27 Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 30:27 Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jessie James! A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Jessie James made sure he mentioned Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
SMASH: Dee vs Slater
Date: Jun 13, 2020 |
#R1# The bell rings for round one and we are underway! Buckeye displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Smizhonich. Smizhonich darts in trying to clinch#TD2# and Buckeye counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Buckeye is standing up over Smizhonich. Smizhonich looks to escape but Buckeye dives into side control.
#REVR# Buckeye wants to lay and pray for a moment but Smizhonich keeps working. Buckeye might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Smizhonich haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Smizhonich is trying to control Buckeye's posture but Buckeye avoids it. Buckeye cracks Smizhonich with an elbow. That is naaassty.#T1##SUB2# Buckeye is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Smizhonich is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Smizhonich is looking to regain half guard here but Buckeye keeps moving and retains side control. Buckeye misses with an attempted head punch from side control. 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. Smizhonich defending against the ground and pound. Buckeye wants to lay and pray for a moment but Smizhonich keeps working. Smizhonich manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. Smizhonich moves into full guard.
#T2# Smizhonich wants to sweep but no luck. Smizhonich will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions. Buckeye makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Smizhonich looking to control.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Buckeye accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Buckeye trying to control but Smizhonich is working from the bottom. Smizhonich 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. Buckeye cracks Smizhonich with a solid left hand. Buckeye sitting in guard, not really doing much. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Buckeye wants to control from the top but Smizhonich keeps moving. #T3# The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet. Buckeye is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Buckeye must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu. Buckeye postures up in Smizhonich's guard and throws a big left but Smizhonich blocks it. #SUB# Smizhonich looking for a guillotine here but Buckeye defends easily.
Smizhonich looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. Buckeye is working Smizhonich over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T4# Buckeye passes easily into side control. Nice work. Buckeye working the body and head with strikes. Buckeye misses with an attempted head punch from side control. #SUB2# Buckeye goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Smizhonich has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Buckeye but great work by Smizhonich. Smizhonich wants to lay and pray for a moment but Buckeye keeps working. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Buckeye looking for a sweep but Smizhonich has passed into full mount! Oh no! Buckeye is working to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jab Buckeye 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# Buckeye attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin. Nice sprawl there from Smizhonich as Buckeye shoots in. Smizhonich swings for the body but Buckeye moves out of range.
Smizhonich shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Buckeye as he avoids it easily. Smizhonich doesn't manage to clinch there - Buckeye circles away.
Smizhonich swats away the attempt to clinch by Buckeye. Smizhonich is looking to counter punch.#TD2# Buckeye shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Buckeye sends his fist crashing into the mat - the crowd let out a collective ooooooh. Let's hope he's not broken it!#T1##SUB2# Buckeye wants to finish this one by submission but Smizhonich is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Buckeye. Buckeye looking to control but Smizhonich is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. Smizhonich is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Buckeye with good strikes from the mount here! Buckeye lands a big shot there that rocks Smizhonich but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Smizhonich is bucking up trying to escape but Buckeye cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#ROC2#Smizhonich is rocked! Buckeye punishing his opponent with strikes. Oh Smizhonich is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! Smizhonich is wriggling around trying to escape.
Buckeye has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Buckeye putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!#T2# Smizhonich holds on for dear life. Smizhonich seems to have got his legs back now. Smizhonich tries to hold on but Buckeye postures up. Buckeye tries to control but Smizhonich wriggling away. Buckeye scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Smizhonich?
The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Buckeye prevents Smizhonich from getting the reversal. Smizhonich tries to hold on but Buckeye postures up. Buckeye lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Buckeye working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well. Buckeye looking to control but Smizhonich is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3# Buckeye lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning. Smizhonich is looking to improve his position but Buckeye isn't that keen on the idea. Jab Buckeye has got the better of the ground game so far. Buckeye landing punches. Smizhonich keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Smizhonich tries to lock up and control but Buckeye gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away. The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Buckeye cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Smizhonich is working to get back to half guard.
#T4# Buckeye lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Smizhonich hang on? Smizhonich is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. Buckeye lands a shot to the body, followed up by a shot to the exposed head of his trapped opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Smizhonich tries to hold on but Buckeye pushes him away. Smizhonich is squirming around, avoiding Buckeye's attempts to control the action. Smizhonich is in a horrible position here, under a barrage of strikes, he's managing to avoid any damage.
Buckeye can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Smizhonich is looking to escape. Smizhonich tries to lock up and control but Buckeye 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.
Jab Buckeye 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##TD2# Buckeye shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Smizhonich manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SUB# Smizhonich looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB# Smizhonich looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Smizhonich wants to get back to his feet but Buckeye is in a dominant position and won't allow it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye throws an elbow that misses. Smizhonich uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Buckeye's guard. Nice move by Smizhonich!#REVR# Buckeye looking for a sweep. Not yet Buckeye, not yet. #T1##SUB2# Buckeye working for a triangle but Smizhonich defends it easily.
Buckeye trying to strike off his back.
Smizhonich wants to control from the top but Buckeye keeps moving. Buckeye trying to keep a closed guard but Smizhonich is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB# Smizhonich drops back, looking for a kneebar! Buckeye looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Buckeye looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Buckeye! #REVB# Buckeye fails to land a wild elbow strike.
#T2# The referee tells the fighters to keep busy. Buckeye wants to control but Smizhonich is keeping him busy. Buckeye throwing shots but missing, from side control. You can see the frustration on Smizhonich's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2# Buckeye tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Buckeye has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! Smizhonich manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T3# Smizhonich trying to control but Buckeye postures up.
Buckeye throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage. Buckeye lands strikes from half guard. Smizhonich is not content to let Buckeye control the position.#SUB2# Buckeye is looking for a kimura here.
Buckeye thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T4# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Smizhonich tries to kick Buckeye off but Buckeye keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. Smizhonich is staying active underneath Buckeye, who seems content to just control the action from this position. Smizhonich avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Buckeye. Buckeye is trying to control the action in half guard but Smizhonich is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Smizhonich shoots in for a double leg but Buckeye sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Buckeye fails in his attempt to clinch. Buckeye misses with an uppercut. Jab Buckeye is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#TD2# Buckeye shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB# Smizhonich is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Buckeye defends well. Buckeye trying to control but Smizhonich is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight! Jab Buckeye comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. Well Buckeye 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 Emerson Jorge scores the fight 27:30 Judge Paulo Santos scores the fight 27:30 Judge Matheus Silva scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jab Buckeye! Jab Buckeye 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:
High Flyin Action 1
Date: May 01, 2020 |
#R1# Horn tries to bum rush Buckeye with a series of wild strikes but Buckeye uses good footwork to avoid the assault.#TD2# Buckeye gets a takedown into half guard. Ground and pound from Buckeye. Buckeye is controlling the pace.
Buckeye throwing shots but Horn is blocking nicely. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Horn wants to control but Buckeye passes into side.
Horn is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Buckeye is controlling him well.#T1# Buckeye working the body and head with strikes. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Buckeye taking a breather here. Horn managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Buckeye.
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. Buckeye postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
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. It looks like Buckeye 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. Buckeye landing a few strikes. Buckeye is working Horn over with some ground and pound from side control. #T2# Buckeye moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. The strikes coming from Buckeye are missing the target in this wave of attacks. Horn trying to remain calm as Buckeye controls from the top position. Buckeye's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige. Buckeye throwing shots but missing, from side control. Buckeye scoring with punches and elbows. Buckeye throwing strikes but missing, from side control. Horn knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Buckeye on the ground. Buckeye cracks Horn with a big right hand but Horn just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
#T3# Buckeye looks up at the clock and then as Horn takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Buckeye smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Buckeye has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Buckeye content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. More stalling from Buckeye. Buckeye landing a few strikes. Buckeye controls the position. Buckeye grinds an elbow into Horn's temple. Buckeye postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
Buckeye misses with an attempted head punch from side control. Horn on the wrong end of some ground and pound. Buckeye working the head with strikes. #ROC2# Horn is rocked! Horn is breathing heavily.#T4# Buckeye taking a breather here. Oh Horn is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!! Buckeye scoring with punches and elbows. Buckeye 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 Horn's shoulder. That is not cool. #SUB2# Buckeye is working to tighten his grip on Horn's neck. He's isolated an arm and is working for an arm triangle. Horn has recognised the danger and is trying to turn with the submission but Buckeye is really squeezing tight and eventually Horn passes out! Buckeye breaks the hold and jumps onto the cage to celebrate! Submission of the night, I'd say!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Jab Buckeye! In his post fight interview, Jab Buckeye started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 06, 2020 |
#R1# A telegraphed right hand from Zaire misses the target. Buckeye drops down looking for a counter takedown but Zaire sprawls and moves away. Zaire throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle. Buckeye's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Zaire connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Buckeye scrambles back to his feet.#CUT2# It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut. Zaire takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor. Zaire waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Buckeye. Zaire misses with an uppercut. Nice defenses there by Buckeye. Buckeye shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Zaire as he jumps to the side. Zaire scores with a one two! Buckeye had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes. Zaire connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head. Zaire throws the kick towards the body but Buckeye avoids it. Buckeye takes a kick to the side of the head.#CUT2# Jab Buckeye's cut is getting worse. 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!#TD# Buckeye bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Zaire can't do much from the bottom here. Zaire tries to bench press Buckeye off him but Buckeye keeps the position. #T1# Buckeye lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face. Zaire tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Buckeye wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. Buckeye throwing shots but missing, from side control. Zaire is looking for a sweep. Zaire sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard. Buckeye is looking to take a break and control but Zaire is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Buckeye missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Zaire moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard. Buckeye has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Zaire wants to sweep here but Buckeye controlling him for the moment. Zaire is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Zaire pulls Buckeye in to control the position. #T2# Zaire trying to control the position.
Buckeye trying to control the position from guard on top but Zaire is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Zaire looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Zaire trying to control the position here. #REF3# The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity. Zaire tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. Buckeye takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Good exchange - Zaire coming out on top. Zaire swings widly with a right hand
#TD# and Buckeye counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #ES2# Zaire kicks Buckeye off and gets back to his feet.#T3# Zaire misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Buckeye tries to counter with a takedown but Zaire is quick to defend against it. Buckeye tries for a takedown but Zaire sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Buckeye fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jab Buckeye. That's going to take a lot out of him. Zaire leaves Buckeye with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Zaire scores with a decent looking hook. Buckeye slips under a jab from Zaire. The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky. Zaire stuffs the takedown. Zaire cracks Buckeye with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Left hook, right uppercut from Zaire. Zaire throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD# and Buckeye counters with a takedown into side control. #ES2# Zaire explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! This has been an exciting period of action! Zaire throws a push kick but Buckeye slaps the foot to one side. A little feinted left hand from Buckeye on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#T4# Buckeye avoids the head kick by Zaire.
#TD# Buckeye scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Buckeye working the head with strikes. Zaire is trying to control Buckeye's posture but Buckeye avoids it. Zaire is looking for a sweep. Buckeye in the domination position with Zaire hanging on. Zaire takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
Zaire is trying to improve his position. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Buckeye trying to control the action but Zaire is working from the bottom. Zaire tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Buckeye wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Abdullah Zaire dominated that round. The cut man is working on Jab Buckeye's cut. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. #R2# Jab, jab by Zaire - just one landing. Buckeye ducks under a wild hook from Zaire. Abdullah Zaire seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Buckeye drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles. A lazy left from Zaire finds it's target. Zaire throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Buckeye sees it coming and avoids it easily. Nice uppercut lands for Zaire. That snapped Buckeye's head back.
#CUT2# Jab Buckeye's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it. Buckeye slips a jab from Zaire. Buckeye drops down looking for a counter takedown but Zaire sprawls and moves away. Zaire lands a head shot. Sloppy strikes from Zaire. Those never looked like landing. Buckeye half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Zaire pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Zaire tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. A decent looking cross lands there for Zaire. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Zaire throws a jab when Buckeye was well out of range. A big right from Zaire misses. Buckeye shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Zaire but Zaire pushes him off and we're back to square one. Buckeye fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Zaire avoids it really well and circles away.#T1# Buckeye takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Zaire swings away with a leg kick that misses. Zaire throws a hook but Buckeye avoids it easily. Zaire connects with a nice looking jab.
Buckeye tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Zaire defends well and Buckeye ends up having to push Zaire into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Buckeye looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jab Buckeye. That's going to take a lot out of him. Zaire displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Buckeye throws out the jab. Buckeye walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.#CUT2# Jeez, Jab Buckeye's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked. Zaire scores with a jab to the head.
Abdullah Zaire is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Zaire misses with a straight left. Zaire lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Zaire throws out a loose jab but Buckeye uses good head movement to avoid it. Buckeye is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Jab Buckeye's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:08 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Abdullah Zaire!
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Event:
CWC FULL CONTACT SPECIAL 3
Date: Mar 27, 2020 |
#R1##TD2# Magaluff shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Magaluff showed some decent athleticism there. Buckeye is looking for a sweep. Magaluff is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position. Magaluff is nestled in close to Buckeye, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Buckeye's coaches at Crapollas Gym 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. Buckeye works his way to full guard. Good work. Magaluff trying to control the position from guard on top but Buckeye is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Magaluff throws a big elbow that misses. Magaluff cracks Buckeye with a solid left hand.#SUB# Magaluff got a little sloppy there for a moment and Buckeye has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Magaluff has managed to get both his arms back between Buckeye's legs - danger averted. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Magaluff's guard. #REVR# The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves. Buckeye working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Magaluff's head. Buckeye is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact. Buckeye trying to control the position from guard on top but Magaluff is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Buckeye 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.#T1# Buckeye won't allow Magaluff to sweep him here. Magaluff is still trying to improve position. Buckeye is in close to Magaluff's body, working some short punches and elbows. Buckeye throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Magaluff works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Buckeye stopping the sweep attempt from Magaluff. Magaluff is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. Buckeye throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Magaluff working a defensive guard here.
Magaluff has control of Buckeye's left arm, preventing Buckeye from doing any damage. Buckeye wants to control from the top but Magaluff keeps moving. Buckeye stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Magaluff swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2# Magaluff working a defensive guard here.
Buckeye wants to control from the top but Magaluff keeps moving. Buckeye advances to half guard. Buckeye wants to take a breather but Magaluff is having none of it. Magaluff is looking to escape. Buckeye sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Magaluff defending well though. Buckeye thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Magaluff's head. Magaluff blocking the ground and pound attempt from Buckeye. Magaluff tries to roll over but Buckeye keeps him under control. Buckeye takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Magaluff tries to roll over but Buckeye keeps him under control.#T3# Magaluff keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount. Magaluff avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Buckeye. Magaluff wants to improve his position but Buckeye is controlling well.
Buckeye is trying to control the action in half guard but Magaluff is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. Buckeye is really struggling to control Magaluff but he's trying to hold on to the position. Buckeye is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Buckeye looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. Buckeye passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Magaluff! Magaluff is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Buckeye breaks from Magaluff's wrist control and lands an elbow. #T4# Magaluff is wriggling around trying to escape.
Buckeye tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Magaluff can do anything to dispel that myth. Buckeye wants to control the pace but Magaluff is squirming around nicely. Buckeye lands a heavy elbow. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Magaluff regains half guard. Buckeye scoring with strikes to the body and head. Buckeye is trying to control the action in half guard but Magaluff is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jab Buckeye dominated that round. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2# Buckeye throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Magaluff's waist but Magaluff gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Buckeye off to one side. Buckeye takes one on the chin but seems OK.
#CUT2# It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut. Magaluff tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Buckeye was well out of range. Poor timing from Magaluff. Buckeye fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Buckeye tries to close the distance and clinch but Magaluff swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away. Buckeye darts in looking for a takedown but Magaluff gets double underhooks and turns Buckeye into the ropes. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jab Buckeye. That's going to take a lot out of him. Magaluff takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away. Buckeye looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily. Magaluff just misses with a punch to the body.
Magaluff looks to score with a jab to the body but Buckeye is just out of range. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Magaluff throws a lazy right hand but Buckeye sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Buckeye throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Magaluff just misses with a punch to the body.
Magaluff swings widly with a right hand
#TD# and Buckeye counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. Magaluff scrambles, trying to get to his feet, but Buckeye manages to mount him!
#T1# Magaluff is trying to stand. Buckeye fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Magaluff's corner are shouting for him to stand up but that's bad cornering - how is he meant to stand up when he's mounted? He should be looking to improve his position on the ground before trying to stand back 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. Buckeye lands a couple of good shots and Magaluff has given up his back, trying to escape the position! Magaluff can't escape the position.
Magaluff covering up well and avoiding damage. Magaluff is taking damage to the body and head. Magaluff covering up well under a barage of strikes. Magaluff breaks Buckeye's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
#SUB# Buckeye working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Magaluff doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Buckeye is tightening it up a little... Magaluff has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Magaluff reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Magaluff taps out! Nice BJJ there by Buckeye!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Jab Buckeye! A less than humble Jab Buckeye 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 16, 2020 |
#R1# Mma thuds a left hand into Buckeye's body. Buckeye takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Mma lands an overhand right. Mma ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. We've been told by Buckeye's head coaches at Crapollas Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight. Buckeye on the wrong end of a nice hook. Mma throws a looping overhand right but Buckeye ducks down to avoid it. Buckeye throws out a loose jab but Mma uses good head movement to avoid it. Mma feints and then cracks Buckeye's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Buckeye down. Mma jabs Buckeye to the body, keeping him at a distance. Mma throws the kick towards the body but Buckeye avoids it. Mma scores with the left hand. Buckeye knows he should have avoided that one. #CUT2# It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. A jab lands there for Mma. Mma dips down and scores with a jab to the body. Mma connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Buckeye tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Mma swivels and escapes. A decent looking cross lands there for Mma. Mma pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.#T1# Buckeye shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Mma pinned against the cage. Mma gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. And Mma responds with a good body kick, but Buckeye manages to step out the way in time. Buckeye takes a jab right on the kisser.
A jab from Mma does it's job there. Buckeye fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Mma looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jab Buckeye. That's going to take a lot out of him. Mma stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush. Mma misses with a looping left. Buckeye has a takedown stuffed. Mma connects with a single shot there.#T2# Mma thuds his right hand into Buckeye's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.#CUT2# Jab Buckeye's cut is getting worse. Mma scores with a three punch combo!
This has been an exciting period of action! Buckeye tries to close the distance and clinch up but Mma swats him away and circles back towards the center. Mma scores with a push kick. A big left from Mma misses. The fighters circling - Mma throws out the jab but it was never going to land. Mma avoids a lazy jab quite easily. Mma connects with a jab. Mma scores with a nice strike. Mma keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Mma throws a lazy body kick #TD# and Buckeye counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Buckeye stops Mma from getting back to his feet.
Buckeye not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T3##ES2# Mma kicks off Buckeye and gets to his feet. Mma connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there. Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Mma. Buckeye tries to counter with a takedown but Mma is quick to defend against it. Buckeye moves out of range as Mma throws a body kick.
Buckeye shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Mma pinned against the cage. Mma gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. Jeff Mma is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs. Mma scores with a kick to the body.
Buckeye takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Buckeye scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard. A nice inside leg kick there by Mma. That's going to slow Buckeye down. Buckeye takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Good leg kick by Mma there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
#T4# This has been an exciting period of action! Nice body kick there by Mma. Mma moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Jeff Mma seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Buckeye is breathing heavily. Mma dips to his left and cracks Buckeye with an uppercut!#CUT2# Jab Buckeye's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it. Buckeye looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD# Buckeye drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.#ES2# Mma uses the cage to get back to his feet.
Mma is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot. Mma throws a hook but Buckeye avoids it easily. The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end. Buckeye with a poor takedown and Mma counters with a straight right hand. Mma scores with a hook. Nice body kick there by Mma. Buckeye will be looking to protect his midsection after taking some solid kicks to the body. Buckeye misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Mma counters with a nice body shot. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jeff Mma dominated that round. The cut man is working on Jab Buckeye's cut. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2# Buckeye takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Mma works over Buckeye's head and body with a nice combination.#ROC2# Buckeye is rocked!#CUT2# Jeez, Jab Buckeye's cut is really nasty now. The referee must be thinking about getting that checked. Buckeye takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Buckeye connects with a nice looking jab.
Mma thuds a left hand into Buckeye's body. Buckeye shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Mma as he jumps to the side. Buckeye pushing out the jab but it's not landing. Mma looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it. Mma looks to land a combination but Buckeye avoids it well. Mma misses with a straight right. A swing and a miss from Mma. Buckeye half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Mma fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Buckeye manages to avoid it. Mma with a body punch. A glancing blow. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Mma slips a straight right by Buckeye. Mma replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Buckeye blocks it well. Mma scores with a hook.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Jab Buckeye's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Jeff Mma! After the fight, Jeff Mma was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
FARTMMA 78: Doomsday 2020
Date: Jan 04, 2020 |
#R1# Buckeye tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Guillen defends well and Buckeye ends up having to push Guillen into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch. Buckeye defending well as Guillen loads up on a big left hand. Guillen ducks down and throws a hook to the body. A looping hook to the body misses from Buckeye. Guillen does a little dance to reset his feet. Guillen throws a lazy uppercut
#TD# and Buckeye counters with a takedown into side control. #ES2# Guillen sneaks out the side door and pushes Buckeye away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape. Buckeye looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Buckeye fails to land the takedown. Buckeye throws a lazy right hand but Guillen sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily. Guillen looks to land a combination but Buckeye avoids it well. Buckeye half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range. Buckeye doesn't succeed with the takedown letting Guillen counter with a right hand. #CUT2# It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jab Buckeye. That's going to take a lot out of him. Buckeye looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Guillen is fending him off so far but Buckeye persists. Nope, Guillen circles away and we're back to standing.#TD# Buckeye looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Guillen tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T1# Buckeye wants to control from the top but Guillen keeps moving. Guillen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Buckeye is one step ahead there. Buckeye lands a couple of elbows. Buckeye won't allow Guillen to sweep him here. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Buckeye's corner. There ya go! There ya go! Buckeye throwing strikes from guard but Guillen blocks nicely. Guillen preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#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. Buckeye looking to sit in guard and control but Guillen gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB# Guillen not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB# Buckeye working for submissions but it's allowed Guillen to get to half guard.
Guillen sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Buckeye defending well though. Guillen has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at UnderGround standup. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB# Buckeye looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Guillen lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T3# Buckeye trying to control from the bottom.
Buckeye tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Guillen has advanced to mount. Uh oh. The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult. Guillen landing strikes from the mount. Guillen trying to control but Buckeye is having none of it. Guillen tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4# Buckeye really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Buckeye is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Buckeye really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Guillen wants to control the pace but Buckeye is squirming around nicely. Buckeye working to try and regain half guard.
Guillen with shots to the head and body - Buckeye looks very uncomfortable down there. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Juan Carlos Guillen dominated that round. The cut man is working on Jab Buckeye's cut. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Buckeye tries for a takedown but Guillen circles away easily and Guillen counters with a stiff right hand. Guillen misses with a combination
#TD# and Buckeye counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Buckeye. #ES2# Guillen has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Buckeye is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#BC2# Guillen manages to break the clinch.
Buckeye cracks Guillen with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage. Buckeye tries for a takedown but Guillen sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. This has been an exciting period of action!#CL# Buckeye forces Guillen back against the cage and clinches. Buckeye drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jab Buckeye. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2# Guillen manages to break the clinch.
#CL# Buckeye closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2# Guillen manages to break the clinch.
Buckeye tries to clinch but Guillen moves out of range. #T1# Buckeye fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Buckeye takes a body punch but keeps moving. Buckeye shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Guillen as he avoids it easily. Guillen tests Buckeye's chin there with a solid looking shot. Juan Carlos Guillen seems to be getting the better of the standup. Guillen works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance. Buckeye shoots in for a takedown but Guillen shows good takedown defense. A countering left hand to the body from Guillen misses.#TD# Buckeye shoots in and gets a takedown into Guillen's guard.#ES2# Guillen pushes Buckeye off and scrambles back to his feet.
This has been an exciting period of action! Buckeye uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Guillen.
Guillen shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Buckeye eats them both and turns towards Guillen to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#CUT2# Jab Buckeye's cut is getting worse. Guillen staying out of range there. Guillen has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Guillen looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.#T2# Buckeye shoots for a double leg takedown but Guillen sprawls well. He's pushed Buckeye's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #KD2# Guillen lands a left and a right that send Buckeye crashing to the mat, dazed. Guillen thinks about following him to the mat but decides to wave him back up to his feet! Buckeye lands a jab to Guillen's midsection. Buckeye tries to move into range but Guillen moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#CUT2# Jab Buckeye's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it. Buckeye shoots and misses and Guillen counters with a left to the body. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Guillen takes a swing at Buckeye's ribcage but misses. A looping hook to the body misses from Buckeye. Guillen does a little dance to reset his feet. Buckeye with a poor takedown #KD2# and Guillen counters with a nice right hand that sends Buckeye toppling to the canvas! Buckeye scrambles and gets back to his feet - can Guillen finish him?!#ROC2# Buckeye is rocked! Crack! Guillen connects with the perfect overhand right and Buckeye falls face first to the canvas. Timbeeeeeeeer! Beautiful knockout for Guillen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Juan Carlos Guillen!
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 05, 2019 |
#R1# Buckeye fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt. Buckeye is trying hard to land a takedown here. Wangler sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Wangler is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Buckeye goes for a double leg but Wangler avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Wangler continues to drive forward. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jab Buckeye. That's going to take a lot out of him. Wangler tries a low kick but Buckeye avoids it.#TD# Buckeye closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Wangler is looking for a sweep. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Wangler regains half guard. Wangler tries to get to full guard but Buckeye has control of the leg. 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.#SUB2# Wangler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Buckeye pulls his head out easily. The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Buckeye lands a nice short elbow. Wangler wants to get back to full guard.#T1##SUB2# Wangler looking for a kimura from the bottom but Buckeye passes into side control! Buckeye is working Wangler over with some ground and pound from side control. Buckeye cracks Wangler with a big elbow. You can see the frustration on Wangler's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Buckeye wants to control but Wangler is keeping him busy. Buckeye lands a decent elbow from side control. Buckeye creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots. Buckeye lands an elbow. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Wangler can do anything to dispel that myth. Buckeye working the ground and pound. Buckeye is looking to take a break and control but Wangler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Buckeye is really struggling to control Wangler but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T2# You can see the frustration on Wangler's face, being in this tough position on the bottom. Wangler is not content to let Buckeye control the position. Buckeye cracks Wangler with a big elbow. Wangler takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily. Wangler on the wrong end of some ground and pound. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Wangler is trying to get back to half guard. Wangler struggling a bit here. Buckeye moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. Wangler is looking for a sweep.#T3##SUB# Buckeye is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Wangler is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. Buckeye working the head and body with strikes. Wangler is looking to reverse the position. Buckeye is looking to take a break and control but Wangler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Wangler wants to control but Buckeye postures up. Buckeye lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Wangler down.
Wangler is positioning himself to get back to half guard. Buckeye scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Wangler to see if he's OK. Wangler is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Buckeye's leg. He's managed it. Nice work. Buckeye drops an elbow to the side of Wangler's head. #T4##SUB2# Wangler looking to work for a kimura from the bottom. Buckeye wants to lay and pray for a moment but Wangler keeps working. Buckeye working the head and body with strikes. Wangler wants to improve his position but Buckeye is controlling well.
Wangler trying to control from the bottom.
Wangler on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB# Buckeye seems to be looking for submissions.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Buckeye lands a nice short elbow. Buckeye slips a nice elbow through Wangler's hands, connecting with Wangler's forehead. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jab Buckeye dominated that round. The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. #R2# Buckeye shoots in but Wangler avoids the takedown attempt easily. Buckeye shoots in for a double leg but Wangler sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Wangler wants to counter the offense by Buckeye and move into the clinch position. Wangler gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Wangler looks to throw the jab but Buckeye is out of range. Wangler takes one on the button. Jab Buckeye seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL# The fight moves into the clinch position. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Buckeye wants to take the fight to the mat but Wangler manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jab Buckeye. That's going to take a lot out of him. Buckeye wants to take the fight to the mat but Wangler manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch. Wangler is defending well against a takedown attempt. Wangler throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
#T1# Wangler gets underhooks to prevent Buckeye's takedown attempt.
A body shot lands from Wangler.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Buckeye is looking for a takedown. Wangler can't get the takedown.
Wangler misses with a hook to the ribs.
Wangler drops down looking for an ankle pick but Buckeye pulls his leg out and moves away.
Wangler takes one to the side of the head.
Wangler throws a leg kick but Buckeye moved away. Buckeye looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Wangler looks to land a left hand but Buckeye moved out of range nicely. Wangler throws a quick inside leg kick. Buckeye connects with a single shot there.#T2# Buckeye fails with an attempt to clinch.
Buckeye tries to score a power double leg takedown but Wangler sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Buckeye somewhat. Wangler with the counter takedown but Buckeye avoids it easily. Buckeye shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Wangler tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away. Wangler scoring well with a low kick there.
#TD# Buckeye shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so! Wangler has momentary wrist control but Buckeye slips an elbow through the middle. Buckeye is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Wangler can do to turn this around? Buckeye cracks Wangler with a solid left hand. Buckeye scoring with punches to the head and body. Wangler trying to keep a closed guard but Buckeye is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2# Wangler working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Buckeye doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Buckeye manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T3##SUB2# Wangler is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2# Wangler looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Buckeye passes into half guard.
Buckeye lands strikes from half guard. Buckeye looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Buckeye lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. Buckeye working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. Buckeye is trying to control. Wangler wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2# Wangler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Buckeye pulls his head out easily. Jab Buckeye overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T4# Wangler is trying to maintain the position but Buckeye is very close to passing his half guard. Wangler tries to get to full guard but Buckeye has control of the leg. Buckeye working Wangler over with strikes. Buckeye looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Wangler really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Buckeye. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Wangler on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #SUB2# Wangler looking for submissions from an awkward position here. Wangler is holding on to half guard well. Wangler has hold of Buckeye's hands but Buckeye slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Buckeye 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. Wangler is refusing to be controlled, as Buckeye sits in half guard. Ground and pound from Buckeye. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jab Buckeye dominated that second round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round! #R3# Buckeye clobbers Wangler with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. Buckeye shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Wangler as he jumps to the side. Buckeye will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts. Nice sprawl there from Wangler as Buckeye shoots in. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jab Buckeye. That's going to take a lot out of him. Buckeye throws a series of punches but Wangler moves out of range. Wangler is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Wangler swats away the attempt to clinch by Buckeye. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Wangler fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Buckeye manages to avoid it. Buckeye shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Wangler sprawls well. Wangler wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Buckeye gets slowly back to his feet. Wangler is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#T1# Buckeye shoots in but no luck this time. Wangler is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Wangler misses with a lunging right hand
and Buckeye counters with a lovely straight right hand! A telegraphed takedown attempt from Wangler is defended easily by Buckeye. Buckeye rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Wangler moves out of range and avoids them all easily. Buckeye throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Wangler's waist but Wangler gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Buckeye off to one side. A bone on bone clash there as Wangler blocks the leg kick.
#T2# Wangler displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Buckeye. #TD# Buckeye is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Wangler's half guard. Wangler has hold of Buckeye's hands but Buckeye slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Buckeye is thwarting Wangler's attempts to control the position.#SUB2# Wangler is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Buckeye pulls his head out easily. Buckeye scores with a couple of good hammerfists. Wangler has hold of Buckeye's hands but Buckeye slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Buckeye takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#T3# Wangler is trying to maintain the position but Buckeye is very close to passing his half guard. Wangler has a hand on Buckeye's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Buckeye takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Wangler tries to hold on but Buckeye postures up. Buckeye raining down shots from the mount! Buckeye unloading with bombs! Buckeye pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage. Buckeye pausing momentarily but resumes with a couple of decent strikes that do a bit of damage. Buckeye trying to control but Wangler is having none of it. Buckeye is still in mount, landing shots to his trapped opponent. Wangler can't stay in a position like this for much longer.
#ROC# Wangler is rocked!#T4# Buckeye lands a big shot to the head and Wangler winces in pain. He's tapped out due to strikes!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:20 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Jab Buckeye! Jab Buckeye 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:
XF 22
Date: Aug 02, 2019 |
#R1# Buckeye ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent. Buckeye fails with an attempt to clinch.
Joe tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Joe shoots in looking for a takedown but Buckeye manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Joe's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD2# Joe scores with a takedown into Buckeye's guard.#SUB# Joe avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Buckeye 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.#SUB# Buckeye has his foot on Joe's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Joe works his way back into a safe position though. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Joe drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Joe seems to have locked his on tight now - Buckeye screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Joe, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Glass Joe! Glass Joe took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Sully's Bar & Grill for their support in the buildup to the fight.
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Event:
XF 13
Date: Jun 29, 2019 |
#R1# Buckeye keeps the fight on the outside. Onera tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. Buckeye circles away from the clinch attempt#TD# and Buckeye counters with a nice double leg into side control. Onera won't be happy with that. Onera manages to work his way to half guard, despite Buckeye's best efforts. Buckeye trying to pass the guard but Onera defending well. Onera is trying to maintain the position but Buckeye is very close to passing his half guard. Buckeye not landing any meaningful shots this time. Buckeye knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Onera on the ground. Buckeye sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Onera defending well though. Buckeye drops an elbow to the side of Onera's head. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye winds up and cracks Onera with a swinging punch to the side of the head. Buckeye is nestled in close to Onera, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Buckeye thows a huge punch but Onera dodges it nicely.
Onera is looking to improve his position.
Onera trying to control here.
#SUB2# Onera actively working from the bottom here.#T1# Buckeye is nestled in close to Onera, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Buckeye is looking to take a break and control but Onera is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. Onera makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Onera. Buckeye is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Buckeye has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Buckeye preventing the sweep. Onera working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Buckeye. Buckeye throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Onera not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2# Onera is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. Onera working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Buckeye. Buckeye makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Buckeye might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Onera is on top in guard.
#REVB##SUB# Onera avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T2# Onera's corner is telling him to maintain position. Onera wants to pass the guard but Buckeye is keeping the position.#SUB# Buckeye is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Onera defends well. Onera wants to control from the top but Buckeye keeps moving. #SUB# Buckeye escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Onera gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2# Onera drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Onera jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. Onera wants to control from the top but Buckeye keeps moving. Onera postures up.
#T3# Buckeye utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Onera trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. Buckeye avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #SUB# Onera got a little sloppy there for a moment and Buckeye has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Onera has managed to get both his arms back between Buckeye's legs - danger averted. Onera is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB# Buckeye looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Buckeye seems keen to control Onera's posture. Onera throwing strikes from guard but Buckeye blocks nicely. Buckeye looking to sweep here. No luck so far. Onera pushes down on Buckeye's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2# Onera is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Buckeye is pressing down on Onera's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T4##SUB# Buckeye has his foot on Onera's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Onera works his way back into a safe position though. Onera wants to control from the top but Buckeye keeps moving. Buckeye tries to land a sweep but no joy. Onera in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB# Buckeye is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Onera defends well. Buckeye keeping full guard, as Onera tries to pass. Onera wants to control from the top but Buckeye keeps moving. #SUB2# Onera thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Onera trying to control the position from guard on top but Buckeye is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB# Buckeye working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Onera doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Onera manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2# Onera postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Buckeye is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Onera, into his guard. #REVR# And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jab Buckeye dominated that round. That's time! Back to the action! #R2# Buckeye throws an overhand right that lands on Onera's shoulder, as Onera tries to avoid the shot. Onera feints the counter takedown. Onera uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Buckeye. Onera is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here. Buckeye looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. Buckeye is trying hard to land a takedown here. Onera sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL2# Onera closes the distance and pushes Buckeye back into the cage.#TD# Buckeye is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Onera can't fight it off and eventually Buckeye manages to take the fight to the floor. Onera looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Buckeye trying to control but Onera is working from the bottom. Buckeye postures up.
Buckeye lands a couple of decent looking shots. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Onera wants to sweep but no luck. Our spies down at at Touch Of Death Combat Academy inform us that Onera has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off? Onera managing to control the position. Buckeye working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Onera's head. Onera trying to control the position.
#T1# Onera looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2# Onera has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Buckeye can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Onera utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Buckeye works over Onera with some ground and pound from guard. Onera tries to land a sweep but no joy. Onera preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Buckeye is in close to Onera's body, working some short punches and elbows. Buckeye throwing strikes from guard but Onera blocks nicely. Buckeye wants to pass the guard but Onera is keeping the position. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Onera is on top in guard.
#REVB# Buckeye being controlled here, momentarily. #T2##SUB# Onera got a little sloppy there for a moment and Buckeye has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Onera has managed to get both his arms back between Buckeye's legs - danger averted. Buckeye controls Onera momentarily but Onera frees himself. #SUB# Buckeye is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Onera defends well. Onera passes easily into side control. Nice work. Onera trying to control the position but Buckeye is working away. Buckeye is trying to control Onera's posture but Onera avoids it. #SUB2# Onera goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Buckeye rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Onera's guard! Nice work there by Buckeye! Buckeye distracts Onera with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.#T3# Onera looking to control.
Buckeye stands up over Onera, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Onera preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Onera trying to keep a closed guard but Buckeye is proving a slippery customer.
Buckeye controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Onera is trying to keep Buckeye in close.
Onera wants to sweep but no luck. Onera not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Buckeye with a nice head shot there. Buckeye in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. Onera preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Buckeye throws a big right hand that misses. Onera is trying to keep Buckeye in close.
#T4# Buckeye lands a couple of elbows. Buckeye trying to control but Onera is working from the bottom. Onera pulls Buckeye in close to his closed guard and prevents Buckeye from doing any damage or advancing position. Buckeye is in close to Onera's body, working some short punches and elbows. Onera looking for a sweep. Not yet Onera, not yet. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2# Onera is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Buckeye is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. Buckeye missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Onera looking to hit a scissor sweep but Buckeye is one step ahead there. Buckeye lands a couple of decent looking shots. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jab Buckeye dominated that second 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. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round! #R3##CL2# Onera clinches up with Buckeye and pushes him back against the cage. Buckeye drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Onera gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Buckeye is trying to drag Onera to the mat but Onera just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD# Buckeye is trying to trip Onera. He has hold of a leg but Onera is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Buckeye persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Onera wants to sweep but no luck. Onera 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##SUB2# Onera is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Buckeye doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Onera. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Onera is looking for a kimura here.
Jab Buckeye overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T1# Buckeye trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2# Onera wants to work for an arm triangle but Buckeye is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2# Onera seems to be looking for submissions.
Onera tries to pass the half guard into mount. Buckeye knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2# Onera is looking for a kimura but Buckeye is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Onera to get the leverage. Onera trying to control from half guard but Buckeye is working away. Buckeye is trying to control but can't.
Buckeye is holding on to half guard well. Buckeye flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
#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. Buckeye has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Onera is working away from the top position though. Buckeye is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2# Onera is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Onera not doing much here.
#SUB2# Onera is looking for a kimura but Buckeye is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Onera to get the leverage. #SUB# Buckeye actively working from the bottom here. Onera is thwarting Buckeye's attempts to control the position. Buckeye is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Onera can do to turn this around?#SUB2# Onera is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Buckeye has managed to free his arm - good work. #T3# Onera is keen to just control but Buckeye is a slippery customer. Buckeye wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2# Buckeye is defending against the submission attempts here by Onera.
#SUB# Buckeye actively working from the bottom here. Max Onera has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2# Onera is working for a kimura but Buckeye is defending it quite comfortably.
Buckeye slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work. Onera postures up in Buckeye's guard and throws a big left but Buckeye blocks it. #T4# Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless. Onera trying to control the position from guard on top but Buckeye is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Onera tries to free his leg and advance position but Buckeye is retaining full guard. #SUB# Buckeye working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Onera doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Onera manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB# Buckeye looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#SUB2# Onera drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Buckeye manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Onera has Buckeye in his guard.#REVR# Buckeye lands a couple of elbows. Jab Buckeye is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Buckeye throwing strikes from guard but Onera blocks nicely. Buckeye wants to control from the top but Onera keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight! Max Onera comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Buckeye 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 Chad Campbell scores the fight 29:28 Judge Lou da Vinci scores the fight 29:28 Judge Anthony Taglia scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jab Buckeye! A less than humble Jab Buckeye misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. The defeated Max Onera had this to say: 'I'm getting back in the gym and getting ready for the next fight. '.
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#R1# Buckeye has his takedown stuffed and Rinaldi counters with a straight right hand.#CUT# It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut. Buckeye misses with a double jab
and Rinaldi cracks him with a counter punch right on the button. Buckeye gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there. Buckeye shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Rinaldi sprawls well. Rinaldi wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Buckeye gets slowly back to his feet. Rinaldi 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. Buckeye takes a body punch but keeps moving. #TD2# Buckeye bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Rinaldi defending against the ground and pound. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Rinaldi manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB2# Buckeye is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Rinaldi sees it coming and defends easily. Rinaldi moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T1# Rinaldi pulls Buckeye in to control the position. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Rinaldi 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. Buckeye throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Buckeye trying to control the position from guard on top but Rinaldi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Buckeye is looking to work some ground and pound but Rinaldi has wrist control. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rinaldi is on top in guard.
#REVR##SUB2# Rinaldi avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T2# Buckeye tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2# Buckeye throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Rinaldi postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. Rinaldi trying to control but Buckeye is working from the bottom. Rinaldi working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2# Buckeye looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Rinaldi has picked Buckeye up and slammed him! Buckeye can't keep hold of the triangle and Rinaldi manages to pass to side control! Rinaldi working away. Rinaldi scores with a couple of short elbows. Buckeye wants to control but Rinaldi postures up.#T3# Buckeye is trying to improve his position. Rinaldi lands a few punches from side control. Rinaldi takes a little break here. Buckeye wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well. Buckeye 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. Rinaldi landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. Buckeye gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Rinaldi tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. Rinaldi avoids the attempt from Buckeye to control. Rinaldi sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T4# Buckeye is in all sorts of trouble here.
Buckeye is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. Rinaldi scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Buckeye?
Rinaldi controlling from mount. Buckeye gets back to half guard. Buckeye is looking to improve his position.
Buckeye trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Rinaldi manages to pass to mount!
Rinaldi landing punches. #CUT# That has opened up Jab Buckeye's cut even more. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Buckeye slips a leg in and gets back to half guard. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Sam Rinaldi dominated that round. The cut man is working on Jab Buckeye's cut. The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! #R2# Buckeye takes a jab right on the kisser.
Buckeye closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #CUT# The cut above Jab Buckeye's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#TD2# Buckeye shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Rinaldi napping and manages to drive through into side control! Sam Rinaldi overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Rinaldi is not content to let Buckeye control the position. Buckeye tries to land with some ground and pound but misses. Buckeye is chipping away with strikes.
#SUB2# Buckeye goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Rinaldi rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Buckeye's guard! Nice work there by Rinaldi! Buckeye keeping moving, preventing Rinaldi from controlling successfully. Rinaldi working some strikes from top position. We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out! Rinaldi keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Buckeye's head.#T1# Rinaldi is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
The referee calls the doctor in to look at Jab Buckeye's cut. Oh no, the doctor has called an end to the bout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:25 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Cut). Sam Rinaldi! Sam Rinaldi retains his middleweight title! Sam Rinaldi 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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#R1# Buckeye shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Vainio as he avoids it easily. Buckeye with a body punch. A glancing blow. Vainio tries to close the distance and clinch up but Buckeye swats him away and circles back towards the center. #TD# Vainio gets caught napping as Buckeye dives in and scores a takedown. Vainio manages to retain guard. Buckeye engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB# Buckeye drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Vainio dives on top into guard.#REVB# Vainio wants to stand but Buckeye is controlling his posture from full guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB# Buckeye working for a triangle but Vainio defends it easily.
#T1##SUB# Buckeye has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Vainio can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. Buckeye is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. I've been told that Vainio has been drilling his wrestling of late, which has already helped him take this fight to the mat. Let's see how much of an impact it has on the outcome of the ground game. Vainio trying to control the position from guard on top but Buckeye is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Vainio would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Vainio stopping the sweep attempt from Buckeye. Vainio has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of Buckeye is proving hard to escape from. Buckeye manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Vainio manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR##SUB# Buckeye postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Vainio is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Buckeye, into his guard. #REVB# The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Buckeye holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB# Buckeye looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T3##SUB# Buckeye had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Vainio defends it easily.#SUB# Buckeye has his foot on Vainio's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Vainio works his way back into a safe position though. Vainio trying to control but Buckeye is working from the bottom. Buckeye wants to sweep here but Vainio controlling him for the moment. The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.#SU2# Vainio gets to his feet. Buckeye looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son! #T4# A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace. Buckeye fails with the takedown. Jab Buckeye seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. A looping hook to the body misses from Buckeye. Vainio does a little dance to reset his feet. Despite the aggression on Vainio's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter. Buckeye misses the shot to the body. And an attempted straight right on the counter from Vainio! But no joy. Buckeye jabs Vainio right on the nose. Vainio blinks but takes it well. Buckeye fails with a takedown attempt from distance. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jab Buckeye. That's going to take a lot out of him. Buckeye misses with a double jab
and Vainio counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. Vainio defending well as Buckeye loads up on a big left hand. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#TD# Vainio gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Buckeye to score an easy takedown into full guard. Buckeye controls the pace of the fight for a moment. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jab Buckeye dominated that round. The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! #R2# Buckeye takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#TD# Vainio gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Buckeye throwing strikes but missing. Buckeye throws a big elbow that misses. Buckeye trying to control but Vainio is working from the bottom. Buckeye postures up in Vainio's guard and throws a big left but Vainio blocks it. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Vainio keeping full guard, as Buckeye tries to pass. Buckeye controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T1# Buckeye trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. Vainio is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Buckeye is controlling him. Buckeye is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vainio can do to turn this around?#REF3# The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity. Buckeye looks for a takedown but Vainio sprawls well. Buckeye fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Vainio avoids it really well and circles away.#CL# Buckeye has closed the distance and engaged Vainio in a clinch.
#T2# The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action. A head punch blocked on the inside by Buckeye. Vainio pushes off an throws an elbow but Buckeye leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage. Buckeye is trying to drag Vainio to the mat but Vainio just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jab Buckeye. That's going to take a lot out of him. Buckeye changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Vainio fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Buckeye cracks Vainio with a good jab. Vainio lands a two punch combo.
#CUT2# It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut. Buckeye throws the left hand but Vainio avoids the punch easily. Vainio fails with an attempt to clinch.
Vainio is looking to clinch but Buckeye is avoiding it.
Buckeye appears to be looking for a counter takedown. Buckeye shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Vainio defends it nicely.#T3# Buckeye misses with a jab to the body
and Vainio counters with a lovely straight right hand!#TD# Vainio gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Buckeye throws a big elbow that misses. Buckeye trying to control the position from guard on top but Vainio is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Buckeye working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Buckeye won't allow Vainio to get back to his feet. Buckeye lands a couple of elbows. Jab Buckeye overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far. Vainio avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T4# Buckeye trying to control but Vainio is working from the bottom. Buckeye pushes down on Vainio's leg and manages to get into half guard. Buckeye wants to take a breather but Vainio is having none of it. Buckeye is really struggling to control Vainio but he's trying to hold on to the position. We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Buckeye uses his free foot to push down on Vainio's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Vainio. Buckeye landing strikes, looking to finish! And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jab Buckeye dominated that second round. The cut man is working on Jab Buckeye's cut. That's time! Buckeye's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round! #R3# Buckeye connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt. Vainio tries to clinch but Buckeye moves out of range. Buckeye changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit. Vainio connects with a leg kick. Buckeye looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it. Buckeye is looking to clinch. Vainio unleashes a big counter combination but Buckeye bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Buckeye misses with a two punch combination.
Vainio leaves Buckeye with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Buckeye closes this distance looking for a takedown but Vainio circles away. A telegraphed takedown attempt from Buckeye is defended easily by Vainio. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jab Buckeye. That's going to take a lot out of him. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye tries for a takedown but Vainio sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Buckeye fails with the takedown.#T1# Buckeye shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Vainio as he avoids it easily. Vainio connects with a solid leg kick. The fight stays on the outside here - Vainio looks like he's thinking about clinching though. Vainio lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise. Vainio fails with an attempt to clinch.
Vainio misses with a double jab.
Vainio stuffs the takedown. Vainio swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
#TD# Buckeye closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Vainio quickly recovers to half guard.#T2# Vainio is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Buckeye scores with a couple of nice shots. Vainio is refusing to be controlled, as Buckeye sits in half guard. Buckeye prevents Vainio from standing back up.
Buckeye is nestled in close to Vainio, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. Vainio is not content to let Buckeye control the position. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Vainio can do anything to dispel that myth. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Buckeye looks to score some points with some ground and pound. Vainio is looking to control Buckeye's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Vainio avoid being mounted? Buckeye sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T3# Buckeye is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Buckeye stops Vainio from getting back to his feet.
Buckeye sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Vainio defending well though. Vainio regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Buckeye. Buckeye throws a big elbow that misses. Vainio really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Buckeye. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out. Buckeye content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots. #T4# The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight. Buckeye content to stall in guard here. Buckeye scoring with some ground and pound. Vainio wants to get back to his feet but Buckeye is in a dominant position and won't allow it. Buckeye with a flurry of punches that miss. Jab Buckeye is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Buckeye is looking to work some ground and pound but Vainio has wrist control.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Buckeye lands a nice looking body shot.
Aarro Vainio has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here! Vainio leaves Buckeye with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt. Vainio is looking for the big counter here.
And that's the end of the fight! That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Jab Buckeye. Well I reckon that's a shut out for Buckeye, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision. Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 30:28 Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 30:27 Judge Aleksandr Martynov scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jab Buckeye! In his post fight interview, Jab Buckeye started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Date: Mar 24, 2019 |
#R1# Buckeye keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#TD2# Buckeye scores with a takedown into Lagrange's guard. Lagrange tries to land a sweep but no joy. Buckeye working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Lagrange has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. Lagrange avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Buckeye loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye is in close to Lagrange's body, working some short punches and elbows. Buckeye trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Lagrange pulls Buckeye in close to his closed guard and prevents Buckeye from doing any damage or advancing position.#T1# Buckeye wants to control from the top but Lagrange keeps moving. Lagrange manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Buckeye manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR# Buckeye is controlling Lagrange's posture. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Buckeye is on top in guard.
#REVB# Lagrange not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lagrange looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2# Buckeye throws a strike but Lagrange rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2# Buckeye is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lagrange loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Buckeye is pulling down on Lagrange's head to control his posture. Lagrange throwing strikes but missing. Lagrange trying to control but Buckeye is working from the bottom. Buckeye controlling the position. Lagrange trying to control the position from guard on top but Buckeye is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. Lagrange landing some decent shots from guard. Buckeye is trying to keep Lagrange in close.
#T3##SUB2# Buckeye working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lagrange doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lagrange manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Buckeye can do anything to dispel that myth. Lagrange working some strikes from top position. Lagrange scoring with some ground and pound. Buckeye not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Lagrange looking to sit in guard and control but Buckeye gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB# Lagrange looking for a sweep. Not yet Lagrange, not yet. Buckeye postures up.
#SUB2# Buckeye 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. #T4# Lagrange trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. Lagrange striking from his own guard. Buckeye throwing strikes but missing. Buckeye preventing the sweep. Buckeye wants to control from the top but Lagrange keeps moving. Lagrange looking for a sweep. Not yet Lagrange, not yet. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Buckeye accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Buckeye makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. Lagrange wants to sweep here but Buckeye controlling him for the moment. Buckeye 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. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jab Buckeye dominated that round. That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. #R2##TD2# Buckeye is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Lagrange's half guard. Lagrange blocking the ground and pound attempt from Buckeye. Buckeye looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. Lagrange is looking to improve his position.
Buckeye scores with a couple of good hammerfists. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Lagrange is not content to let Buckeye control the position. Buckeye throws a big elbow that misses, also allowing Lagrange to regain full guard. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye tries to free his leg and advance position but Lagrange is retaining full guard. Lagrange looking to control.
Lagrange 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# Buckeye works his way to full guard. Good work.#T1# Lagrange trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2# Buckeye is looking for a triangle but Lagrange pushes his legs off easily.
Buckeye avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Buckeye bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Lagrange's guard. #REVB# Lagrange wants to sweep here but Buckeye controlling him for the moment. Buckeye pushes down on Lagrange's leg and manages to get into half guard. Buckeye stalling. #SUB2# Buckeye wants to work for an arm triangle but Lagrange is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Jab Buckeye has got the better of the ground game so far. Lagrange avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Buckeye. #T2# Lagrange keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. Buckeye is keen to just control but Lagrange is a slippery customer. Buckeye takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists. Buckeye wants to control but Lagrange is keeping him busy. Buckeye has been the more effective fighter overall so far. Lagrange tries to get to full guard but Buckeye has control of the leg. Lagrange trying to control but Buckeye postures up.
Buckeye is figuring out what he wants to do next. Buckeye is trying to control. Lagrange wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. We've been hearing good reports from Lagrange'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. Buckeye slips a nice elbow through Lagrange's hands, connecting with Lagrange's forehead.#T3# Lagrange controlling the position well. Lagrange trying to hold on to Buckeye's head to control him but Buckeye postures up.
Lagrange landing strikes from the bottom. Lagrange is trying to get back to full guard. Lagrange makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Lagrange. Lagrange lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR# Buckeye 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# Lagrange tries to get to full guard but Buckeye has control of the leg. #T4##SUB2# Buckeye is looking for a kimura here.
Lagrange wants to get back to full guard. Lagrange is trying to control but Buckeye manages to pass to mount!
Lagrange can't escape the position.
Lagrange wants to control but Buckeye is having none of it. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Buckeye lands an elbow that was bordering on illegal but the referee lets it go with a warning. Lagrange is desperately trying to improve his position but Buckeye has a good base and remains in mount. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jab Buckeye showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round! #R3##CL2# Buckeye clinches. #TD2# Buckeye has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Lagrange regains guard immediately. Lagrange keeping moving, preventing Buckeye from controlling successfully. Lagrange is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Buckeye stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lagrange swivels though and keeps the full guard. Lagrange bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Buckeye's guard. #REVR##SUB2# Lagrange avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2# Buckeye has his foot on Lagrange's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Lagrange works his way back into a safe position though. Lagrange has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player. Buckeye avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. #T1# Lagrange pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Buckeye is keeping the position for now. Lagrange scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB2# Buckeye is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lagrange is aware though and is defending well. Buckeye has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan. Buckeye has his hands on Lagrange's head, controlling the position. Lagrange cracks Buckeye with a solid left hand.#SUB2# Buckeye working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lagrange doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lagrange manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. Lagrange wants to control from the top but Buckeye keeps moving. #SUB2# Buckeye looking for a guillotine here but Lagrange defends easily.
#SUB2# Buckeye is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lagrange is aware though and is defending well.#T2# Lagrange working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Lagrange scoring with some ground and pound. Lagrange wants to control from the top but Buckeye keeps moving. Lagrange throwing strikes but missing. Lagrange postures up in Buckeye's guard and throws a big left but Buckeye blocks it. Lagrange working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. Buckeye not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Buckeye pulls Lagrange in close to prevent any damage. Lagrange in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #T3# Lagrange looking to pass the guard. Buckeye preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Lagrange pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Buckeye is keeping the position for now. Lagrange stopping the sweep attempt from Buckeye.#REF3# The referee decides to stand the fighters back up. Lagrange looks for a takedown but Buckeye sprawls well. Buckeye looks like he wants to counter punch here.#TD# Lagrange shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Lagrange was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Buckeye is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard. Lagrange scores with a couple of good hammerfists.#T4# Buckeye gets back to full guard.
Buckeye looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. Our spies down at at Death Valley Training Facility inform us that Buckeye has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off? Lagrange connects with a couple of short punches. Buckeye wants to improve his position but instead Lagrange has moved into half guard.
Buckeye is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Lagrange's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Lagrange's back! Jab Buckeye is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight. The crowd are loving this. Great action here. Lagrange grimaces as he takes a shot to the body. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Buckeye controlling well, preventing Lagrange from escaping the position.
Scott Lagrange has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
And that's the end of the fight! I would just about give that final round to Jab Buckeye. Well Buckeye 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 Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 27:30 Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 28:30 Judge Fedor Mirinova scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jab Buckeye! A very excited looking Jab Buckeye rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
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Event:
DSC STRIKE 41
Date: Mar 06, 2019 |
#R1# Lone cracks Buckeye with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd. Lone shoots in for a takedown but Buckeye shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet. Lone misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lone wants to clinch but Buckeye slips to the side#TD# and Buckeye counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Buckeye works over Lone with some ground and pound from guard. Buckeye controls the pace of the fight for a moment. Buckeye cracks Lone with a solid left hand. Buckeye 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. Buckeye lands a couple of digs. Lone looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Buckeye puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. Buckeye lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Buckeye is controlling the pace.
#SUB# Buckeye seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Lone is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Jab Buckeye! In his post fight interview, Jab Buckeye started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
HFS 4:
Date: Dec 21, 2018 |
#R1# Watson lunges at Buckeye with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Buckeye's hand. #CUT2# It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut.#TD# Buckeye manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Watson on his heels. He'll look to pass Watson's guard now, I'm sure. Buckeye scoring with some ground and pound. Buckeye distracts Watson with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm. Buckeye with a nice head shot there. Watson is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far. Watson 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# Watson tries to stand and escape but Buckeye is controlling the position. Buckeye is trying to stand.
Buckeye wants to get back to full guard. Buckeye has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Watson is working away from the top position though.#SU2# Watson decides to stand up. Watson tries to score a power double leg takedown but Buckeye sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Watson somewhat.#T1##TD# Buckeye shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Watson is trying to defend but Buckeye finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Watson wants to get back to his feet. Buckeye missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Watson tries to kick Buckeye off but Buckeye keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. Buckeye throwing shots but Watson is blocking nicely. #SUB# Buckeye seems to be looking for submissions.
Watson on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. Watson trying to get back to full guard but Buckeye takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Watson can do anything to dispel that myth. Watson gets back to half guard. Buckeye is looking to take a break and control but Watson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2##SUB# Buckeye 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.
Watson is looking to control Buckeye's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Watson avoid being mounted? Buckeye prevents Watson from standing back up.
Buckeye throwing shots but Watson is blocking nicely. Buckeye not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. Ground and pound from Buckeye. Watson is trying to stand up here but Buckeye is controlling him well. Watson wants to get back to full guard. Buckeye blocks the strikes from Watson.
#T3# Buckeye tries to pass to full mount but Watson defends it. Buckeye lands strikes from half guard. Watson trying to control here.
Nice strikes from Buckeye there. Watson is staying active underneath Buckeye, who seems content to just control the action from this position. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Watson looks like he's trying to stand up.
#SUB# Buckeye 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.
Watson on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T4# Buckeye missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. Buckeye working over Watson with some ground and pound. Watson looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Watson is trying to stand back up but Buckeye is controlling him
#SUB# Watson is pushing off trying to get to his feet. Buckeye has hold of the leg though and he's dropped back for a heel hook… has he got it?? YES! Watson is tapping! This fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Heel Hook). Jab Buckeye! Jab Buckeye 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:
HSF 1: Beginning
Date: Nov 17, 2018 |
#R1##TD# Buckeye shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Buckeye sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Jackson defending well though. Buckeye scoring with strikes to the body and head. #SUB# Buckeye is working for a kimura but Jackson is defending it quite comfortably.
Buckeye trying to control the action but Jackson is working from the bottom. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye thows a huge punch but Jackson dodges it nicely.
Buckeye drops an elbow to the side of Jackson's head. #T1# Buckeye drops an elbow to the side of Jackson's head. Jackson is trying to maintain the position but Buckeye is very close to passing his half guard. Buckeye sitting and controlling from the half guard. Jackson is pressing down on Buckeye's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it. Jackson trying to keep a closed guard but Buckeye is proving a slippery customer.
Buckeye throwing strikes but missing. Buckeye wants to pass the guard but Jackson is keeping the position.#T2# Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it. Buckeye with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal. Buckeye forces his way into half guard. Buckeye winds up and cracks Jackson with a swinging punch to the side of the head. Buckeye wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jackson keeps working. Buckeye working the head and body with strikes. Well, if Buckeye 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.
Jackson blocking the ground and pound attempt from Buckeye. #T3# Buckeye not doing much here.
Buckeye wants to take a breather but Jackson is having none of it. Buckeye lands with a punch from half guard. Buckeye is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Buckeye lands strikes from half guard. Jackson trying to control here.
Buckeye not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T4# Buckeye thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Jackson's head. Jackson wants to control but Buckeye is keeping busy and won't allow it. Buckeye wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jackson keeps working. Buckeye scoring with strikes to the body and head. Buckeye working over Jackson with some ground and pound. Jackson looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable. Buckeye perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. Jackson has hold of Buckeye's hands but Buckeye slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Buckeye thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Jackson's head. Buckeye lands with a punch from half guard. Buckeye drops an elbow to the side of Jackson's head. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jab Buckeye dominated that round. OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. #R2# Buckeye shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jackson as he jumps to the side. Jackson unleashes a big counter combination but Buckeye bobs and weaves and avoids any damage. Jab Buckeye seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout. Buckeye shoots in for a double leg but Jackson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Jackson lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. Buckeye shoots and misses and Jackson counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jab Buckeye. That's going to take a lot out of him. Nice takedown defense from Jackson. No joy for Buckeye on that attempt. Buckeye shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Jackson sprawls well. Jackson wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Buckeye gets slowly back to his feet. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T1# Buckeye shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it. Buckeye has his takedown stuffed letting Jackson counter with a right hand. Buckeye with a lazy takedown attempt and Jackson counters with a lovely shot to the body. Buckeye dives in for a single leg takedown but Jackson sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage. Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here. Buckeye shoots in for a double leg but Jackson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. As Buckeye backs off Jackson throws a huge counter combo but Buckeye manages to avoid it all. Buckeye has his takedown stuffed and Jackson counters with a three punch combo that has Buckeye backing up. Buckeye nods at Jackson to acknowledge the strikes. Jackson stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Jackson wants it to stay on the feet. Jackson throws a counter combo.#T2# Jackson throws a series of punches but Buckeye avoids them all with ease. Buckeye gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily and Jackson counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. Buckeye closes the distance and clinches up with Jackson, looking for a takedown. Buckeye pushes Jackson against the cage but Jackson circles to the side and manages to break the clinch. Jackson is looking for the big counter here. Jack Jackson is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things. Buckeye goes for a double leg but Jackson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Jackson continues to drive forward. The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Buckeye fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Jackson avoids it really well and circles away. Buckeye shoots in for a double leg but Jackson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#T3# Jackson stuffs the takedown. Buckeye has his takedown stuffed and Jackson counters with a one-two to the body. Buckeye fails with the takedown and Jackson counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work. Buckeye fails with a takedown attempt. Jackson pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Buckeye back to the cage. Jackson follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.#T4# Buckeye misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out. Buckeye fails miserably with a takedown attempt. Jackson lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected. No luck with that takedown attempt from Buckeye. Jackson is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own. The crowd thankful this round is nearly over. Buckeye has his takedown stuffed and Jackson counters with a three punch combo that has Buckeye backing up. Buckeye nods at Jackson to acknowledge the strikes. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jack Jackson showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards. That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. And we move into the final round! #R3# Buckeye with a poor takedown and Jackson counters with a left and a right that stings Buckeye. Buckeye fails with a takedown attempt. Horrible takedown attempt by Buckeye or perhaps it was just good defense by Jackson, which made it look bad. Buckeye looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jab Buckeye. That's going to take a lot out of him. Buckeye doesn't succeed with the takedown and Jackson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Jackson's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Jackson duly obliges. Buckeye is trying hard to land a takedown here. Jackson sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T1# Buckeye closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jackson circles away. Buckeye goes for a double leg but Jackson avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Jackson continues to drive forward. Buckeye fails with the takedown. As Buckeye backs off Jackson throws a huge counter combo but Buckeye manages to avoid it all. Jackson lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. Buckeye tries for a takedown but Jackson circles away easily and Jackson counters with a quick right hand to the jaw. Buckeye darts in looking for a takedown but Jackson gets double underhooks and turns Buckeye into the cage. As Buckeye backs off Jackson throws a huge counter combo but Buckeye manages to avoid it all. Jack Jackson seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2# Buckeye fails with the takedown. Jackson connects with a right hand. Buckeye shakes it off. Jackson stuffs the takedown attempt from Buckeye. Buckeye gets slowly back to his feet. Buckeye tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Jackson swivels and escapes. Jackson scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here. Buckeye fails with a takedown attempt from distance. Jackson throws a counter combo.#T3# Jackson fails to land with a series of punches.
Buckeye with a lazy takedown attempt and Jackson counters with a series of strikes. Buckeye will be more careful next time no doubt. Buckeye shoots in for a double leg but Jackson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Buckeye is on the wrong end of a nice combination from Jackson. Jackson throws a nice looking combination but Buckeye bobs and weaves to avoid any damage. Buckeye misses with a takedown attempt - Jackson sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses. Jackson throws a wild combination but nothing lands. Buckeye has a takedown stuffed.#T4# Buckeye shoots in for a double leg but Jackson sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy. Jackson lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff! Buckeye shoots in looking for a takedown but Jackson manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Buckeye's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away. Buckeye avoids a punch combination nicely.
Buckeye attempts a counter takedown but Jackson avoids it well and moves away. Buckeye doesn't succeed with the takedown and Jackson counters with a three punch combo that has Buckeye backing up. Buckeye nods at Jackson to acknowledge the strikes. A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Buckeye.
And that's the end of the fight! Jack Jackson comfortably won the final round on my scorecard. I think Jackson 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 Edwards scores the fight 26:28 Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 26:28 Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 26:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jack Jackson!
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Event:
BANDAI 8: Pride
Date: Sep 08, 2018 |
#R1# Rhino misses with a head kick.
#TD# Rhino gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Buckeye to score an easy takedown into full guard. Rhino avoiding any damage from the ground and pound. Buckeye stops Rhino from standing up. Buckeye postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head. Buckeye makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard. The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2# Rhino is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Buckeye is aware though and is defending well.#SUB# Buckeye drops back looking for a leg! Rhino is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Rhino manages to kick Buckeye off! Buckeye jumps back into Rhino's guard. Rhino wants to sweep but no luck. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Buckeye works over Rhino with some ground and pound from guard. Rhino trying to keep a closed guard but Buckeye is proving a slippery customer.
Buckeye 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.#SUB2# Buckeye got a little sloppy there for a moment and Rhino has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Buckeye has managed to get both his arms back between Rhino's legs - danger averted.#T1# Buckeye stands up over Rhino, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. Rhino keeping moving, preventing Buckeye from controlling successfully. #SUB2# Rhino looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Rhino is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two. Buckeye stands and throws Rhino's legs to the side, diving into side control. Buckeye advances to full mount. Buckeye landing strikes from the mount. Rhino is in a horrible position here. Buckeye smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now. Rhino squirming around on the bottom, looking to escape.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Rhino can do anything to dispel that myth. Rhino is desperately trying to improve his position but Buckeye has a good base and remains in mount.#T2# Buckeye tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. Buckeye fakes a shot to the body and cracks his opponent in the head. Nice ground and pound there!
Rhino really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Buckeye dominating with strikes here. Rhino regains half guard. The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB# Buckeye is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Rhino defends it well. Buckeye lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. Rhino tries to kick Buckeye off in order to stand up. Buckeye Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control. Buckeye wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rhino keeps working. Rhino gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T3# Rhino tries to kick Buckeye off in order to stand up. Buckeye Avoids the leg push though and dives into side control. Rhino tries to buck Buckeye off but Buckeye is having none of it. Rhino gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB# Buckeye is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. Buckeye looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Rhino with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. Rhino is trying to stand up here but Buckeye is controlling him well. Rhino is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2# Rhino looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T4# Buckeye is nestled in close to Rhino, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Buckeye working the head and body with strikes. Buckeye winds up and cracks Rhino with a swinging punch to the side of the head. Rhino has hold of Buckeye's hands but Buckeye slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Buckeye winds up and cracks Rhino with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #SUB2# Rhino is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Buckeye pulls his head out easily. Buckeye working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. #ROC# Rhino is rocked! Buckeye winds up and cracks Rhino with a swinging punch to the side of the head. Rhino is still in real trouble! Can Buckeye finish him? Buckeye is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB# Buckeye is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Rhino has managed to free his arm - good work. Buckeye landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show! Buckeye scores with a big shot! Rhino's head bounced off the canvas with a huge thud! More strikes land and the referee has jumped in to save Rhino! He was hurt real bad - good stoppage!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jab Buckeye! In his post fight interview, Jab Buckeye started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 15, 2018 |
#R1# Rier tries to clinch but fails miserably #TD# and Buckeye counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Buckeye connects with a nice short shot to Rier's temple. Buckeye working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that. Rier wants to control but Buckeye is keeping busy and won't allow it. Buckeye with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. Rier taking some punishment here, with Buckeye in his half guard. Buckeye is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. Buckeye content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. Buckeye working the head and body with strikes. Buckeye looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#T1# Buckeye perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. Buckeye 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. Rier flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Buckeye looks to score some points with some ground and pound. The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Nice strikes from Buckeye there. Buckeye takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#ROC# Rier is rocked! Rier is looking to control Buckeye's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Rier avoid being mounted? Rier is still in real trouble! Can Buckeye finish him? Buckeye scoring with strikes to the body and head. Well, if Buckeye 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.
Rier seems to have recovered his senses. Buckeye is looking to advance position but Rier won't allow it. #T2# Ground and pound from Buckeye. Rier has hold of Buckeye's hands but Buckeye slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Rier has hold of Buckeye's hands but Buckeye slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Rier is trying to control but can't.
Rier has hold of Buckeye's hands but Buckeye slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow. Buckeye sitting in half guard here. He lands a big elbow that has hurt Rier! Oh, Rier is in big trouble! Buckeye lands more strikes and the ref dives in to save him! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Jab Buckeye! Jab Buckeye was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 07, 2018 |
#R1# Sarnicki throws a lazy head kick #TD# and Buckeye counters with a single leg into guard. Sarnicki didn't expect that. Sarnicki preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Buckeye looking to sit in guard and control but Sarnicki gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB# Sarnicki loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB# Buckeye is looking for a triangle but Sarnicki pushes his legs off easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing. Buckeye looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sarnicki is one step ahead there. Buckeye is trying to control the position but Sarnicki postures up. We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up. Sarnicki is looking to work some ground and pound but Buckeye has wrist control. Buckeye wants to stand but Sarnicki is controlling the position. Sarnicki looking to pass the guard. #T1# Buckeye pulls Sarnicki in close to prevent any damage. There's a bit of a scramble here and now Buckeye is on top in guard.
#REVR# Sarnicki has his hands on Buckeye's head, controlling the position. Buckeye won't allow Sarnicki to sweep him here. We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Sarnicki can do anything to dispel that myth. Buckeye wants to control from the top but Sarnicki keeps moving. Buckeye throwing strikes but missing. #T2# A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd. Sarnicki is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent. Buckeye landing with the ground and pound. Buckeye throws a big elbow that misses. Buckeye throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. Sarnicki utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound. Buckeye postures up in Sarnicki's guard and throws a big left but Sarnicki blocks it. Buckeye scoring with punches to the head and body. Buckeye working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T3# Buckeye trying to control but Sarnicki is working from the bottom. The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work. Buckeye loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. Buckeye working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. Sarnicki looks winded! Buckeye is looking to work some ground and pound but Sarnicki has wrist control. Buckeye 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. Buckeye trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat. A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Buckeye accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. #T4# There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action. Buckeye with a flurry of punches that miss. Hammerfist, elbow! yells Buckeye's corner. There ya go! There ya go! A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Buckeye accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand. Sarnicki preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. Buckeye lands a couple of elbows. Buckeye controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. Buckeye landing some decent shots from guard. Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out! Buckeye throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Sarnicki works some decent striking defense from the bottom. Buckeye throwing strikes from guard but Sarnicki blocks nicely. And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jab Buckeye dominated that round. The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! #R2##TD# Buckeye decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Buckeye lands strikes from half guard. Buckeye working Sarnicki over with strikes. Buckeye working the head and body with strikes. #ROC# Sarnicki is rocked! Buckeye is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound. Sarnicki is still in real trouble! Can Buckeye finish him? Buckeye lands a big elbow - Sarnicki is out of it! He's waving his arms around but his eyes are closed and he's not intelligently defending himself - the ref has no choice but to jump in and stop the fight! This one is in the books! A TKO win for Buckeye!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jab Buckeye! After the fight, Jab Buckeye was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 25, 2018 |
#R1# Nice body punch from Benton. Benton stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#CUT2# It looks like Jab Buckeye has been cut.#TD# Buckeye fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Benton sprawls well initially but Buckeye persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES2# Benton kicks off Buckeye and gets to his feet. Buckeye tries for a takedown but Benton sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily. Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd. Buckeye looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Benton is fending him off so far but Buckeye persists. Nope, Benton circles away and we're back to standing. It seemed like Benton was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it. Benton fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done. Buckeye shoots in looking for a takedown. Benton tries to sprawl out of it but Buckeye keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Benton manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jab Buckeye. That's going to take a lot out of him. Buckeye takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it. Buckeye is breathing heavily. Buckeye takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Benton lands with a hook. Buckeye tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #T1# Benton connects with a jab, followed by a picture perfect straight right that sends Buckeye to the canvas, out cold! What a finish by Benton!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Phil Benton!
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