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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Oct 23, 2023 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Bandini throws a lazy right hand but Tully sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
We've been told by Bandini's head coaches at Tiaoali BJJ & MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Bandini swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Tully.
Bandini paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Bandini throws out a loose jab but Tully uses good head movement to avoid it.
Tully moves away from the strike by Bandini.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Tully dives in and grabs Bandini's left leg, looking for a takedown. Bandini pushes down on Tully's head and hops out.
Bandini's corner calls for a 1-2. Bandini obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T1#
Tully tries to move into range but Bandini moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Tully ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.
Bandini thuds a left hand into Tully's body.
Tully uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Tully walks into a stiff left hand from Bandini.
Tully scores with a jab to the jaw.#T2#
Bandini pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tully takes one on the button.
Bandini misses with an uppercut. Tully saw that one coming.
Tully flicks out a counter leg kick but Bandini steps away.
Tully shoots in and drives through. Bandini sprawls well.
Bandini throws a body shot but no joy.
Tully drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bandini defends it well.
Tully shoots and misses
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mac Bandini has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Carson Tully.#T3#
Bandini misses with an uppercut
and Bandini takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Tully shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bandini but Bandini pushes him off and we're back to square one.
It looked like Bandini was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Tully.
Tully staying out of range there.
It seemed like Tully was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The fighters circling - Tully throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bandini misses with a hook. Tully ducked under it nicely.
It seemed like Tully was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#TD2#
Tully scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Bandini manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Tully keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #T4#
Bandini gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Tully.
Tully is looking for a takedown.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bandini gets underhooks to prevent Tully's takedown attempt.
#BC#
Bandini breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Tully moves away from the strike by Bandini.
Tully let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bandini looks to score with a jab to the body but Tully is just out of range.
Bandini throws a jab but it's blocked by Tully.
Tully looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Bandini misses with an uppercut. Tully saw that one coming.
A little jabbing left from Tully on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Mac Bandini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bandini pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Tully ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.
Tully steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Bandini.
A jab from Bandini misses.
It seemed like Tully was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bandini lands a jab to Tully's midsection.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Tully closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Tully lands in his opponent's guard.
Tully stands and throws Bandini's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T1#
Tully in side control, throwing shots but Bandini defends.
Bandini is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Tully has just dragged him back down to the mat.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2#
Tully wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bandini, who protects the arm well.
Bandini is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Tully is controlling him well.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bandini jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T3#
Tully uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bandini.
Tully closes the distance and clinches up with Bandini, looking for a takedown. Tully pushes Bandini against the cage but Bandini circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Tully uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Tully blocks a jab.
Bandini throws a looping overhand right but Tully ducks down to avoid it.
Tully wants to counter the offense by Bandini and move into the clinch position.
Bandini feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Tullys jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#T4#
Tully uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Bandini missing with a left hand there. Tully was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bandini sets himself, and Tully steps forward looking for the clinch! Bandini avoids it this time.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
Bandini scores with a jab to the head.
A big right from Bandini misses.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bandini swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Tully is looking for the big counter here.
Bandini comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini dominated that second round.
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#
Bandini misses with a left hand
and Tully connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bandini is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bandini. Tully does a little dance to reset his feet.
A big right from Bandini misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Tully misses.
Bandini throws a predictable looking body shot
and Tully counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bandini waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Tully.
Tully wants to counter the offense by Bandini and move into the clinch position.
Mac Bandini is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Tully displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bandini throws out the jab.
It seemed like Tully was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nice sprawl there from Bandini as Tully shoots in.
Bandini stuffs the takedown.
A big right from Bandini misses.
Tully tries to counter by closing the distance.
Bandini scores with a nice right hand.
Bandini misses with a looping right.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Tully! But no joy.#T2#
Bandini is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Tully.
Tully tries to counter with a clinch but Bandini shakes him off and moves away.
Bandini looks to land a right hand but Tully moved out of range.
Tully looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bandini displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Tully.
Mac Bandini has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Carson Tully.
Tully doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bandini connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T3#
Tully moves out of range as Bandini strikes.
Bandini throws a looping overhand right but Tully ducks down to avoid it.
Tully steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Bandini.
Bandini lands with an uppercut that bounces Tully off the cage and back into range.
Bandini is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Tully can do to turn this around?
Bandini stuffs the takedown.
It looked like Bandini wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Tully uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bandini.
It seemed like Tully was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Mac Bandini is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Bandini keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T4#
Bandini jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Tully fails in his attempt to clinch.
Bandini throwing a counter right hand but Tully manages to avoid it.
Bandini connects with a single shot there.
Bandini swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Carson Tully has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bandini looks to land a left hand but Tully moved out of range nicely.
Tully is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mac Bandini showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Bandini, 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 Gwen Towbar scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 30:27
Judge George Francis scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mac Bandini!
Mac Bandini got down on his knees post fight and begged the management for a title shot. 'Please, I want that title shot so bad! Give it to me!' |
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Event:
TWGC 40 (185lbs, D2): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Sep 02, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Mac Bandini! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Shiphead Copslapper!
The judges for this bout are Hirohito Nitta, Yukihiro Yamamoto and Shigeki Fujiwara.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Bandini pushes Copslapper up against the cage in a clinch.
Copslapper tries for a takedown. No joy.
Bandini gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Copslapper.
#TD#
Bandini manages to pull guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Copslapper working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Bandini looking to hit a scissor sweep but Copslapper is one step ahead there.
Bandini controls Copslapper momentarily but Copslapper frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Copslapper controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
Bandini controls Copslapper momentarily but Copslapper frees himself.
Bandini looking for a sweep. Not yet Bandini, not yet.
Copslapper advances to half guard.
Copslapper slows the pace down in half guard.
Let's hope that Copslapper 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are battling for position here. Bandini manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T2#
Bandini being controlled here, momentarily. #T3#
Bandini tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Copslapper is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Copslapper stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bandini swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bandini might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T4#
Copslapper 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.
Bandini looking to control.
Copslapper wants to pass the guard but Bandini is keeping the position.
Bandini can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Copslapper controls the pace.#T5#
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Copslapper.
Copslapper's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Bandini trying to keep a closed guard but Copslapper is proving a slippery customer.
Bandini is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Copslapper is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T6#
Bandini trying to control the position here.
Copslapper looking to pass the guard.
Copslapper stopping the sweep attempt from Bandini.
Bandini controls Copslapper momentarily but Copslapper frees himself. #T7#
Copslapper controls from within his opponent's guard.
More stalling from Copslapper.
Bandini wants to hit a sweep here but Copslapper passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Bandini there! Score +3 for passing guard: Bandini (0) vs (3) Copslapper
Bandini manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T8#
Copslapper content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Copslapper with more of the same as he continues to hold on.#T9#
Bandini trying to control from the bottom.
Copslapper takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Copslapper is continuing to stall.
Bandini wants to control but Copslapper is keeping busy.
Bandini regains full guard. Nicely done.
Bandini can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Copslapper controls the pace.#T10#
Copslapper wants to pass the guard but Bandini is keeping the position.
Copslapper forces his way into half guard.
Copslapper looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Well, if Copslapper 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.
#T11#
Copslapper wants to advance to full mount but Bandini doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #T12#
Bandini not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Copslapper is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
The adventures of Copslapper the control monster continue. Boring.
Copslapper pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bandini is keeping the position for now. #T13#
Bandini 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.
Copslapper stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bandini swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Copslapper sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T14#
Copslapper trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Bandini manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bandini (2) vs (3) Copslapper
Bandini wants to pass the guard but Copslapper is keeping the position.
Bandini trying to control but Copslapper is working from the bottom.
Copslapper is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bandini stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Copslapper swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Copslapper wins on points by 3 to 2.
Shiphead Copslapper thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 02, 2023 |
#R1#
Inday takes one to the side of the head.
Inday shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bandini counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Inday takes one to the chin there.
Bandini keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bandini lands a nice looking body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini connects with a body shot that sends Inday's belly button to the back.
Bandini clobbers Inday with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T1#
A decent looking cross lands there for Bandini.
Jab by Bandini.
Inday with a poor takedown
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
Bandini connects with a right hand. Inday shakes it off.#ROC#Inday is rocked!
Bandini works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Inday is still on wobbly legs! Can Bandini finish him?
and Bandini counters with a massive uppercut that badly hurts Inday! He's just covering up as Bandini starts to tee off till the referee steps in and stops the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mac Bandini!
Mac Bandini opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Apr 03, 2023 |
#R1#
Bebok shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Bandini as he jumps to the side.
Bandini was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bebok has his takedown stuffed
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bebok with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Mac Bandini has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Andrzej Bebok.
Bandini 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.
Bebok darts in trying to clinch
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bebok changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bandini tries to avoid it but Bebok manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bandini to the ground. Bandini escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
A low kick from Bebok misses
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Bebok walks into a jab.
Mac Bandini is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bebok tries to clinch up
and Bandini counters with a stiff right hand.
Bebok uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Bandini circles away from the clinch attempt
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bebok has his takedown stuffed
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bandini with a jab.#T2#
Bandini scores with a decent looking hook.
Bebok with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bandini counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Bebok uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bandini.
Bebok misses with a leg kick
letting Bandini counter with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bebok with a poor takedown
and Bandini counters with a right hand to the body.
Bandini is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Bandini missing with a left hand there. Bebok was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bebok throws a leg kick
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
Bandini lands a lovely overhand right.
Bebok tries to clinch but Bandini moves away
and Bandini counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bebok tries to clinch up
and Bandini counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T3#
Bebok tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Bandini counters with a stiff right hand.
Bebok changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bandini tries to avoid it but Bebok manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bandini to the ground. Bandini escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bandini throwing a counter right hand but Bebok manages to avoid it.
Bandini is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Bandini misses with an uppercut. Bebok saw that one coming.
Bebok with the inside leg kick.
Bandini lands a nice looking body shot.
Bebok throws a leg kick
and Bandini counters with a stiff right hand.
Bebok tries to clinch up
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
Bebok swings away with a leg kick that misses.
It looked like Bandini was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Bebok.
Bebok misses with a takedown
and Bandini counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bandini throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
A slow jab from Bandini misses its intended target.
Bebok appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bebok throws a leg kick
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bebok misses with a leg kick
and Bandini counters with a stiff right hand.
Bebok misses with a leg kick
and Bandini 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.
Mac Bandini dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Bandini bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Bandini is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Bebok has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bebok with a poor takedown
and Bebok takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bandini with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bebok with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bandini connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bebok with a poor takedown
enabling Bandini to counter with a crisp jab.
Mac Bandini has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Andrzej Bebok.
Bebok tries to clinch but Bandini moves away
enabling Bandini to counter with a crisp jab. #ROC#Bebok is rocked!
Bebok closes the distance looking to clinch
enabling Bandini to counter with a crisp jab.
Bebok is still on wobbly legs! Can Bandini finish him?
Bebok fails with the takedown
and Bandini counters with a crisp right that sends Bebok to the canvas! Bandini follows up with punches from the mount and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mac Bandini!
Mac Bandini took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 04, 2023 |
#R1#
Gonshiro throws a right hand that misses
and Bandini connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Gonshiro takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Gonshiro has his takedown stuffed
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Gonshiro wants to clinch
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Gonshiro fails with the takedown
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Gonshiro shoots and misses
and Bandini counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mac Bandini has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Uchima Gonshiro.
Gonshiro shoots and misses
and Bandini counters with a nice uppercut.
Gonshiro gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bandini counters with a nice uppercut.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gonshiro shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.#T1#
Gonshiro has his takedown stuffed
and Bandini counters with a nice uppercut.
Gonshiro tries for a takedown but Bandini circles away easily
and Gonshiro takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Gonshiro shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Gonshiro shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
letting Bandini counter with a right hand.
Gonshiro with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bandini counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Gonshiro misses with a right hand
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
Gonshiro misses with a takedown
and Bandini counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC#Gonshiro is rocked!
Bandini cracks Gonshiro with a big right hand that sees him stumbling back against the cage! Gonshiro falls to his knees and Bandini doesn't need a second invitatation - he rushes in and fires off several unanswered shots that force the referee to stop the fight! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mac Bandini!
A determined Mac Bandini didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it! |
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Event:
Nfld live 19
Date: Jan 07, 2023 |
#R1#
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.
Bandini connects with the punch.
Bandini tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Kiloe was well out of range. Poor timing from Bandini.
Bandini lands with a nice body punch.
Kiloe keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Kiloe appears to be looking for a big counter.
Bandini cracks Kiloe with a right hand to the side of the head.
Both fighters are looking to counter, which isn't making for the most exciting fight in the world.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kiloe blocks a jab.
Kiloe is looking for a counter combo.
Kiloe slips under a jab.#T1#
Bandini misses with an uppercut.
Kiloe doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bandini's coach down at Tiaoali Lvavatai BJJ & MMA was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Bandini's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Kiloe steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Bandini throws the left hand but Kiloe avoids the punch easily.
Bandini pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Kiloe appears to be looking for a big counter.
Bandini looks to land a right hand but Kiloe moved out of range.
Kiloe seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#T2#
Bandini throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Kiloe sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A little feinted left hand from Kiloe on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Kiloe moves forwards but Bandini connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bandini thuds a left hand into Kiloe's body.
Bandini ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Kiloe moves away.
Kiloe slips a jab from Bandini.
Kiloe seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Bandini lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
#T3#
Kiloe bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bandini misses with a straight right.
Bandini throws a jab but it's blocked by Kiloe.
Bandini's corner calls for a 1-2. Bandini obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Bandini throws a lazy uppercut
and Kiloe counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
Bandini scores with a jab. Kiloe acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bandini.
Bandini throws a jab but it's blocked by Kiloe.
Bandini lands a jab to Kiloe's midsection.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bandini connects with a body shot.
Bandini swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Kiloe.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini 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#
Bandini looks to land a right hand but Kiloe moved out of range.
Kiloe seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Kiloe might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Bandini digs a good hook to Kiloe's body.
Bandini lands with a right hand.
Kiloe takes a shot right to the bread basket.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kiloe ducks right into an uppercut from Bandini.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for Bandini. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.
Kiloe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T1#
Nice cross by Bandini.
Bandini misses with a straight right.
Kiloe is looking for a counter combo.
Bandini lands a lovely overhand right.
Bandini scores with the left hand. Kiloe knows he should have avoided that one.
Kiloe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Kiloe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bandini.#T2#
Nice cross by Bandini.
Kiloe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bandini scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Kiloe doesn't seem bothered though.
Kiloe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kiloe seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Nice defenses there by Kiloe.
We've been told by Kiloe's head coaches at Canucks Combat Club that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#T3#
Bandini throws a lazy right hand but Kiloe sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kiloe went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Bandini works the jab nicely.
Kiloe slips under a jab from Bandini.
Bandini misses with a looping right.
Kiloe is looking for a counter combo.
Bandini tests Kiloe's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bandini has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bandini stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T4#
Bandini scores with a shot to the body.
Bandini throws an off balance right hand
and Kiloe counters with a left and a right that stings Bandini.
Bandini scores with a nice right hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bandini lunges at Kiloe with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Kiloe's hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini 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. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Kiloe bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A jab from Bandini misses.
Kiloe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Mac Bandini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bandini thows a left - swing and a miss!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini misses with an uppercut.
Bandini misses with a straight right. #T1#
Bandini dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bandini 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.
A jab lands there for Bandini.
Bandini might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
A swing and a miss from Bandini.
It looked like Kiloe was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Kiloe ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Kiloe seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#T2#
A lazy left from Bandini finds it's target.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bandini. Kiloe does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mac Bandini seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bandini scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bandini.
Kiloe doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Bandini lands a head shot.#T3#
Kiloe steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Kiloe slips a straight right by Bandini.
Kiloe moves away from the strike by Bandini.
Nice shot by Bandini.
Mac Bandini is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Kiloe looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
A left lands for Bandini.
Pete Kiloe has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Bandini works Kiloe's body with a nice hook.
Bandini scores with a jab to the body.
Bandini scores with a body shot.
Bandini lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Kiloe takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Bandini is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mac Bandini comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bandini 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 Alec Ball scores the fight 25:30
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 25:30
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 25:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mac Bandini!
Mac Bandini took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title.
Pete Kiloe spoke after the fight, saying 'I'll be back!'. |
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Event:
WVT 52: Maestre v Beukeboom
Date: Dec 07, 2022 |
#R1#
Bandini swings for the body but Dudayev moves out of range.
Dudayev appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
Dudayev throws a body punch but Bandini moves out of range.
Bandini appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Dudayev throws a leg kick that is checked
letting Bandini counter with a right hand.
Dudayev throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Bandini throwing a counter right hand but Dudayev manages to avoid it.
Bandini checks a low kick from Dudayev.
Dudayev defending well as Bandini loads up on a big left hand.
Dudayev swings widly with a right hand
and Bandini counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dudayev thows a leg kick but Bandini checks it
and Dudayev takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Dudayev thows a leg kick but Bandini checks it
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dudayev scores with a hook to the body. Bandini takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T1#
Dudayev fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Dudayev tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bandini was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Dudayev throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bandini counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Dudayev throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Bandini connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Dudayev buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bandini pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A big left from Dudayev misses.
Some bone on bone action there as Bandini checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Dudayev misses with a jab, cross combination.
It looked like Bandini wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T2#
A jab from Dudayev misses.
Dudayev with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Bandini misses with a hook.
Dudayev swings away with a body shot that misses
letting Bandini counter with a right hand.
Bandini thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bandini just misses with a punch to the body.
We've been told by Bandini's head coaches at Tiaoali Lvavatai BJJ & MMA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice cross by Dudayev.
Good leg kick by Dudayev.
Dudayev throws a leg kick
and Bandini counters with a nice uppercut.
Bandini is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.#T3#
Dudayev pivots, looking for a leg kick but Bandini is out of range and Dudayev settles back down.
It looked like Bandini wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bandini throws a jab but it's blocked by Dudayev.
Dudayev moves away from the strike by Bandini.
Dudayev throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Bandini to counter with a crisp jab.
Bandini throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dudayev doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Dudayev misses with a leg kick
enabling Bandini to counter with a crisp jab.
A leg kick checked by Bandini.
Dudayev misses with an uppercut.
It looked like Bandini wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bandini moves away from the strike by Dudayev.
Bandini swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T4#
Dudayev throws a quick inside leg kick.
Dudayev misses with a leg kick.
Dudayev throws a body punch but Bandini moves out of range.
Dudayev misses with a double jab.
Dudayev thuds his right hand into Bandini's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Dudayev throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Bandini throws a lazy right hand but Dudayev sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Dudayev throws a combination that misses
and Dudayev takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dudayev digs a good body shot into Bandini's ribs.
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 Mac Bandini will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Bandini checks the leg kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Bandini checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Good leg kick by Dudayev.
Bandini getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Dudayev throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bandini is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Dudayev throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Dudayev throws a leg kick but Bandini checks it.
It looked like Bandini wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Mac Bandini is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Dudayev slips a jab from Bandini.
Dudayev buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
#T1#
Dudayev with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Dudayev attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Dudayev throws a right hand that misses
and Bandini counters with a nice uppercut.
Dudayev throws a low kick, looking for Bandini's leg but Bandini calmly moves out of range.
Dudayev swings for the body but Bandini moves out of range.
Bandini checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Bandini lands a right hook to the body.
Dudayev misses with a right hand
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Dudayev tries to score with a low kick but Bandini moves his leg out of the way.
Akhmed Dudayev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Dudayev bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bandini takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bandini checks the leg kick nicely there.
Bandini swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Dudayev lands a nice looking body shot.
Bandini misses with a hook. Dudayev ducked under it nicely.
Dudayev now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Bandini throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Dudayev swings widly with a right hand
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Dudayev bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T3#
Dudayev ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.
A looping hook to the body misses from Dudayev. Bandini does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bandini was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bandini clobbers Dudayev with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Bandini pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Dudayev tries a quick counter leg kick but Bandini is wise to it.
Bandini swings for the body but Dudayev moves out of range.
Dudayev feints a counter leg kick.
Bandini misses with a left hand
and Dudayev counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Dudayev avoids the body shot from Bandini.
Dudayev doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Dudayev thows a left - swing and a miss!
Dudayev lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T4#
Bandini throws out a loose jab but Dudayev uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dudayev throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bandini connects with a good right hand that stumbles Dudayev. Dudayev circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Dudayev keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bandini.
Dudayev throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bandini throws a hook but Dudayev avoids it easily.
It seemed like Dudayev was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bandini throws a predictable looking body shot
and Dudayev counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bandini thinking.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Dudayev throws a right hand that Bandini ducks under and follows up with a left that Bandini also avoids with ease.
Bandini was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A good leg kick by Dudayev.
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 Mac Bandini will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Dudayev looks to land a left hand but Bandini moved out of range nicely.
Bandini throwing a counter right hand but Dudayev manages to avoid it.
Bandini misses the jab.
A leg kick checked by Bandini.
Bandini is looking to counter punch.
A jab from Dudayev misses.
Bandini avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bandini on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Dudayev. Dudayev obviously looking to wear him down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Dudayev throws a jab when Bandini was well out of range.
A low kick from Dudayev misses
and Bandini counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#T1#
Bandini tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Bandini throws a hook but Dudayev avoids it easily.
A nice leg kick from Dudayev, right into the meat of the thigh.
Good leg kick by Dudayev.
Bandini is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Dudayev misses the body punch
and Bandini counters with a stiff right hand.
Bandini checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Dudayev misses with a straight right.
Dudayev throws a front kick aimed at Bandini's knee but Bandini avoids it well.
Dudayev misses with a right hand
and Bandini counters with a left to the body.
Akhmed Dudayev has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Dudayev uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Bandini lands with a right hand. #ROC#Dudayev is rocked!
Dudayev leaves his chin hanging out and Bandini seizes the opportunity with an uppercut! Dudayev crumbles to the floor in a heap! The referee steps in and tends to the downed fighter! What a knockout!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Mac Bandini!
Mac Bandini opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see. |
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Event:
TWG 38 (135lbs, D2): Finals - Round 2
Date: Nov 14, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Frank Dux! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Mac Bandini!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, David Schapiro and Dean Styles.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Bandini stuffs the takedown.
Bandini tries to counter by closing the distance.
Dux changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Bandini tries to avoid it but Dux manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Bandini to the ground. Bandini escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bandini tries to counter by closing the distance.#CL2#
Bandini instigates a clinch.
Bandini is pressed up against the cage. Dux has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Bandini down to the mat. Bandini avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Frank Dux. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dux shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bandini defends it nicely.
Bandini doesn't manage to clinch there - Dux circles away.
Dux shoots in looking for a takedown. Bandini tries to sprawl out of it but Dux keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bandini manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Bandini moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Bandini drags the fight down to the ground.
Dux content to stall in guard here.
Dux stopping the sweep attempt from Bandini.#T1#
Dux's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Bandini not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Dux is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Dux has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bandini wants to sweep but no luck.
Dux showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T2#
Bandini can't keep his opponent in guard - Dux advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Bandini is trying to get back to full guard.
Dux really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Dux is thwarting Bandini's attempts to control the position.
Dux performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T3#
Bandini is looking for a sweep. Dux is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Dux passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Bandini! Score +3 for passing guard: Dux (3) vs (0) Bandini#T4#
Bandini tries to reverse the position but Dux maintains control.
Dux controlling the pace for now.
Bandini really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T5#
Dux takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Bandini tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Dux is looking to take Bandini's back but instead Bandini gets back to half guard. Nice work.
Dux controlling the pace. #T6#
Dux wants to pass to mount but Bandini is defending the position.
Dux keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Bandini is looking for a sweep. Dux is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bandini keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Dux is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T7#
Dux tries to pass to full mount but Bandini defends it.
Dux takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Bandini trying to control but Dux postures up.
Dux trying to control the pace. #T8#
Dux is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Bandini tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T9#
Dux advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Dux (6) vs (0) Bandini
Bandini is trying to escape the position but Dux is controlling the position.
Dux wants to control for a moment but Bandini uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T10#
Bandini tries to roll over but Dux keeps him under control.
Bandini is looking to control Dux's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bandini avoid being mounted?
Dux is taking a breather. Bandini 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.
Dux looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Bandini wants to control but Dux passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Dux (9) vs (0) Bandini
Bandini is trying to get back to half guard.#T11#
Dux controlling the position.
Bandini tries to improve position but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bandini has one of Dux's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
Bandini is trying to escape the position but Dux is controlling the position.
Bandini tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Dux wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T12#
Dux in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Bandini is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Dux.
Bandini tries to buck Dux off but Dux is having none of it.#T13#
Dux controls the position.
Dux'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.
Dux seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Bandini for as long as he can get away with.
Dux trying to control the position but Bandini is working away.
Bandini is looking for a sweep.#T14#
Bandini is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Dux controlling from side mount.
Bandini struggling a bit here.
Dux controls the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Further stalling from Dux.
And that's the end of the fight!
Dux takes the fight on points by 9 to 0.
Frank Dux thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
TWG 38 (135lbs, D2): Finals - Round 1
Date: Nov 13, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Verney Lapierre! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Mac Bandini!
The judges for this bout are Columbo Gatti, Eddie Farnsworth and Bruno Lombardi.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Horrible takedown attempt by Lapierre or perhaps it was just good defense by Bandini, which made it look bad.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Lapierre is defended easily by Bandini.
Lapierre closes the distance and clinches up with Bandini, looking for a takedown. Lapierre pushes Bandini against the cage but Bandini circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Verney Lapierre. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bandini stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Bandini wants it to stay on the feet.
Lapierre shoots in and drives through. Bandini sprawls well.
Lapierre shoots in but Bandini avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Bandini tries to counter by closing the distance.
Lapierre misses with a takedown #CL2#
and Bandini counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Bandini manages to pull guard.
#SUB#
Lapierre drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Bandini dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lapierre (0) vs (2) Bandini#SUB#
Lapierre is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Bandini defends well.
Bandini stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lapierre swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T1#
Bandini controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#SUB#
Lapierre has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bandini can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Bandini controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Lapierre looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Bandini sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Lapierre's guard.
Bandini controlling the action here.
Bandini trying to control the action but Lapierre is working from the bottom. #T2#
Lapierre is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lapierre is in trouble now - Bandini has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Lapierre (0) vs (5) Bandini
Lapierre tries to hold on but Bandini postures up.
Lapierre tries to reverse the position but Bandini maintains control.
Lapierre tries to lock up and control but Bandini gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Lapierre is desperately trying to improve his position but Bandini has a good base and remains in mount.
Bandini controlling the pace for now.
Lapierre tries to hold on but Bandini postures up.#SUB2#
Bandini working for a guillotine from mount but Lapierre is in no mood to give up.
Lapierre tries to hold on but Bandini postures up.#T3#
Lapierre regains half guard.#SUB2#
Lapierre is defending against the submission attempts here by Bandini.
#SUB#
Lapierre is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bandini pulls his head out easily.
Bandini works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Lapierre (0) vs (8) Bandini
Bandini sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Lapierre tries to control Bandini's body but Bandini pushes him off. Lapierre squirms to his side and now Bandini has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Lapierre (0) vs (11) Bandini#T4#
Lapierre trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Lapierre tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #SUB2#
Bandini has control of Lapierre's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Lapierre regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Lapierre might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Lapierre can't escape the position.
Bandini looking to control and managing it successfully. #SUB2#
Bandini has control of Lapierre's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Lapierre regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Bandini pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#T5#
Lapierre wants to hold on but Bandini pushes him away.
Lapierre is looking to improve his position but Bandini isn't that keen on the idea.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bandini controlling the pace for now.
Bandini fails to advance to Lapierre's back.
Lapierre is wriggling around trying to escape.
#SUB2#
Bandini working for a submission but Lapierre is keeping him at bay.
Lapierre tries to reverse the position but Bandini maintains control.#SUB2#
Bandini is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Lapierre to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Lapierre shrugs it off.
Lapierre wants to control but Bandini is having none of it.
Lapierre is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T6#
Lapierre manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Bandini is looking to take a break and control but Lapierre is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Bandini is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Lapierre has managed to free his arm - good work.
Bandini wants to lay and pray for a moment but Lapierre keeps working. #SUB#
Lapierre looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Bandini wants to control but Lapierre is keeping him busy. #T7#
Bandini is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Lapierre actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Bandini is looking for a kimura but Lapierre is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Bandini to get the leverage.
Bandini is controlling the pace.
Bandini wants to take a breather but Lapierre is having none of it.
Lapierre is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Lapierre looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Lapierre looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Bandini is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Lapierre defends it well. #T8#
Bandini performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB#
Lapierre looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Bandini trying to control from half guard but Lapierre is working away. #SUB#
Lapierre actively working from the bottom here.
Bandini wants to control but Lapierre is keeping him busy.
Lapierre wants to improve his position but Bandini is controlling well.
Lapierre wants to control but Bandini is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T9#
Bandini is keen to just control but Lapierre is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Bandini is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Lapierre looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Lapierre actively working from the bottom here.
Lapierre is in trouble now - Bandini has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Lapierre (0) vs (14) Bandini
Bandini controlling from mount.
Bandini manages to capitalize on a mistake by Lapierre to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Lapierre (0) vs (17) Bandini#SUB2#
Bandini has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB2#
Bandini working for the choke. #T10##SUB2#
Bandini is persistently looking for the submission but Lapierre is defending it well.
#SUB2#
Lapierre is trying to defend against the choke here but Bandini has an arm under his chin. This one might not last much longer. Bandini Tightens the hold and Lapierre taps out furiously! Bandini displays superior BJJ to win the fight.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Mac Bandini!
Mac Bandini took to the mic after the fight and begged the organizational hierarchy for a shot at the title. |
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Event:
TWG 38 (135lbs, D2): Las Vegas Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Nov 04, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the bantamweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Mac Bandini! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Joao Dos Santos!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Cecil Peabody and Tiny Johnson.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Dos Santos tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bandini manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD#
Bandini drags the fight down to the ground.
Dos Santos preventing the sweep.
Bandini bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Dos Santos's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bandini (2) vs (0) Dos Santos
Dos Santos working a defensive guard here.
Bandini tries to free his leg and advance position but Dos Santos is retaining full guard.
Dos Santos working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Bandini tries to pass the half guard into mount. Dos Santos knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T1#
Dos Santos slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Bandini trying to control but Dos Santos is working from the bottom.
Bandini looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Dos Santos working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bandini doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bandini manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Bandini trying to control but Dos Santos is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bandini forces his way into half guard.#T2##SUB#
Bandini seems to be working for a kimura but Dos Santos defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Bandini seems to be looking for submissions.
Bandini is looking to stall here but Dos Santos recovers full guard. #SUB2#
Dos Santos working for a triangle but Bandini defends it easily.
Bandini pushing down on Dos Santos's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T3#
Dos Santos moves into full guard.
#SUB2#
Dos Santos working for a triangle but Bandini defends it easily.
Bandini wants to control from the top but Dos Santos keeps moving.
Dos Santos is trying to control the position but Bandini postures up.
Bandini wants to control from the top but Dos Santos keeps moving.
Bandini tries to free his leg and advance position but Dos Santos is retaining full guard. #T4#
Bandini wants to control from the top but Dos Santos keeps moving.
Dos Santos can't keep his opponent in guard - Bandini advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bandini trying to control from Dos Santos's half guard. Dos Santos has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Bandini trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Dos Santos wants to improve his position but instead Bandini has moved into half guard.
#SUB#
Bandini is looking for a kimura but Dos Santos is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Bandini to get the leverage. #T5#
Bandini performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Bandini is trying to control. Dos Santos wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Bandini is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Dos Santos has managed to free his arm - good work.
Bandini keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Bandini wants to control but Dos Santos is keeping him busy.
Dos Santos has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Bandini is working away from the top position though.
Bandini performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Dos Santos is not content to let Bandini control the position.#T6#
Bandini takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Bandini works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Bandini (5) vs (0) Dos Santos#SUB#
Bandini working for a submission but Dos Santos is keeping him at bay.
Dos Santos is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Bandini can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Dos Santos is looking to escape.
Bandini controlling the pace for now. #T7#
Dos Santos tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB#
Bandini is working for a guillotine from mount but Dos Santos frees his head quite easily.
Bandini trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Bandini is really struggling to control Dos Santos but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Bandini controlling from the full mount. #T8#
Dos Santos regains half guard.#SUB2#
Dos Santos looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Bandini 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.
Dos Santos is staying active underneath Bandini, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T9#
Bandini wants to free his trapped foot but Dos Santos is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Bandini prevents Dos Santos from improving his position.
Dos Santos felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Bandini is looking to advance position but Dos Santos won't allow it.
Bandini is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB#
Bandini 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.
Dos Santos gets full guard.#T10#
Dos Santos keeping moving, preventing Bandini from controlling successfully.
Bandini sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Dos Santos keeping moving, preventing Bandini from controlling successfully.
Bandini sitting in guard here, content to control.
Bandini trying to control the position from guard on top but Dos Santos is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T11#
Bandini forces his way into half guard.
Dos Santos trying to control here.
Bandini is trying to control. Dos Santos wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Dos Santos is defending against the submission attempts here by Bandini.
#SUB2#
Dos Santos looking for submissions off his back.#T12#
Bandini is trying to control. Dos Santos wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Bandini tries to pass to full mount but Dos Santos defends it. #SUB#
Bandini is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Dos Santos is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bandini is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Bandini (8) vs (0) Dos Santos#T13#
Bandini wants to control the pace but Dos Santos is squirming around nicely.
Dos Santos prevents Bandini from taking his back.
Dos Santos is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Bandini wants to take Dos Santos's back but he can't do it this time.
Bandini trying to control but Dos Santos is having none of it. #T14#
Dos Santos tries to lock up and control but Bandini gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Bandini pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Bandini looking to control but Dos Santos is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB#
Bandini is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Dos Santos is surviving well by controlling Bandini's body position as best he can.
Dos Santos is squirming around, avoiding Bandini's attempts to control the action.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Dos Santos is in all sorts of trouble here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bandini takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
Mac Bandini got down on his knees post fight and begged the management for a title shot. 'Please, I want that title shot so bad! Give it to me!' |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 191
Date: Oct 08, 2022 |
#R1#
Bandini throws the left hand but Da Silva avoids the punch easily.
Bandini's coach down at Kalashnikov ELITE MMA Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Bandini's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Da Silva misses with a low kick.
Bandini looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Da Silva shoots in looking for a takedown. Bandini tries to sprawl out of it but Da Silva keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bandini manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bandini! But no joy.
Da Silva throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bandini.
Bandini lands with a good body shot.
Da Silva has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Da Silva there as he acknowledges the shot.
Jab, jab by Da Silva - just one landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Da Silva lands a really nice looking cross but Bandini seems unphased.
Da Silva tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bandini was well out of range. Poor timing from Da Silva.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bandini! But no joy.
Bandini uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Da Silva.
Da Silva dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bandini. That did some damage!#T1#
Bandini connects with a looping right hand.
Da Silva loads up on a big right hand but Bandini slips the punch.
Leonardo Da Silva seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bandini steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Da Silva.
Da Silva throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Bandini takes a swing at Da Silva's ribcage but misses.
Da Silva feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Bandini misses with an uppercut. Da Silva saw that one coming.
Bandini throws a jab when Da Silva was well out of range.
That kick from Da Silva tenderised Bandini's leg. Bandini is trying to keep his angry face on.
Bandini checks a low kick from Da Silva.
Da Silva misses with a low kick.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Da Silva will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Bandini throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Da Silva connects with a jab.#T2#
Da Silva tried to score with a low kick but Bandini checks it.
Da Silva throws a lazy uppercut
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Da Silva swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Da Silva takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Da Silva motions for Bandini to come forward. Da Silva throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Da Silva displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bandini throws out the jab.
Da Silva throws a hook but Bandini blocks it.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Da Silva scores with a punch to the head.
Da Silva throws a nice outside leg kick.
Da Silva lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bandini blocks a leg kick.
Bandini on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Bandini with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Da Silva to score with a decent uppercut.#T3#
Da Silva throws a leg kick but Bandini moved away.
Da Silva throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Da Silva closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Da Silva misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leonardo Da Silva. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Da Silva cracks a nice hook into Bandini's ribs.
Da Silva falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bandini counters with a nice uppercut.
Bandini misses with a hook. Da Silva ducked under it nicely.
Bandini misses with a lunging right hand
and Da Silva makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
A swing and a miss from Da Silva.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bandini checks the leg kick nicely there.
#T4#
Bandini takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Da Silva throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bandini looks to land a right hand but Da Silva moved out of range.
A solid leg kick lands there for Da Silva.
A nice leg kick from Da Silva, right into the meat of the thigh.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A big right from Bandini misses.
Some bone on bone action there as Bandini checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Da Silva getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Good leg kick by Da Silva.
Bandini swings widly with a right hand
and Bandini takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bandini cracks Da Silva with a good jab.
Da Silva throws a nice inside leg kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Leonardo Da Silva 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#
Bandini moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Da Silva is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bandini can do to turn this around?
Da Silva moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bandini's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Bandini takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Bandini moves out of range as Da Silva strikes.
Da Silva slips a straight right by Bandini.
Da Silva misses with an attempted mid kick.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bandini! But no joy.
Bandini cracks Da Silva with a right hand to the side of the head.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Bandini might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Da Silva has got the better of the exchanges.
Da Silva throws a jab but it's blocked by Bandini.
Da Silva misses with a left hand
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Da Silva.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#TD#
Da Silva gets a takedown into half guard.#T1#
Da Silva wants to control but Bandini is keeping him busy.
Bandini is trying to escape back to his feet but Da Silva uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Bandini is pushing Da Silva's head away, looking to escape. Da Silva manages to hold on to the position though.
Da Silva looking to control but instead Bandini has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bandini is trying to stand.
#ES2#
Bandini makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
Bandini throws a hook but Da Silva blocks it.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Da Silva, as that shot connected.
Bandini blocks a head kick by Da Silva.
Da Silva throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bandini's waist but Bandini gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Da Silva off to one side.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bandini takes one to the chin there.
Da Silva throws a hook but Bandini avoids it easily.
Bandini uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Da Silva.
Bandini avoids the body shot from Da Silva.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bandini looks to land a left hand but Da Silva moved out of range nicely.#T3#
Da Silva scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bandini in his tracks.
Da Silva connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Da Silva throws out a loose jab but Bandini uses good head movement to avoid it.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Da Silva throws an overhand right that lands on Bandini's shoulder, as Bandini tries to avoid the shot.
Bandini sizes up Da Silva with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bandini moves out of range of the leg kick from Da Silva.
Da Silva gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Da Silva throws a poor cross that misses
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bandini throws a predictable looking body shot
and Da Silva counters with a good low kick that Bandini was not able to check.
Bandini looks to land a right hand but Da Silva moved out of range.
A swing and a miss from Bandini.
Da Silva misses with an uppercut. #T4#
Da Silva misses with a body shot
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bandini scores with a jab.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A bone on bone clash there as Bandini blocks the leg kick.
Da Silva connects with a looping right hand.
Da Silva jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Da Silva fails with a takedown attempt.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leonardo Da Silva. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bandini checks a low kick from Da Silva.
Da Silva lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Da Silva lands a nice hook to Bandini's body. Bandini takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bandini blocks a jab.
Bandini scores with a jab to the head.
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 Leonardo Da Silva will probably get the nod.
That's time! Da Silva's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Bandini throws a shot from downtown. Da Silva moves away and avoids it.
Da Silva scores with a jab to the jaw.
Da Silva uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Da Silva fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Bandini is out of range.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Bandini thuds his right hand into Da Silva's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bandini blocks a jab.
Da Silva misses with a left hand
and Bandini connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Nice sprawl there from Bandini as Da Silva shoots in.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini throws out a loose jab but Da Silva uses good head movement to avoid it.
Da Silva tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bandini defends well and Da Silva ends up having to push Bandini into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Da Silva avoids it with no problem.
Da Silva misses with a punch to the body.
Bandini blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bandini looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
Bandini wants to break the clinch but can't.
Bandini has had enough of the clinch but Da Silva keeps him there for the moment.#T1#
A frustrated look appears on Bandini's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Da Silva scores with a shoulder strike.
Da Silva tries to work over Bandini's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #BC2#
Bandini breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The fighters circling - Da Silva throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bandini looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Da Silva throws out a loose jab but Bandini uses good head movement to avoid it.
Da Silva misses with a wild body shot.
A head kick misses from Da Silva.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Da Silva throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bandini throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Da Silva darts in looking for a takedown but Bandini gets double underhooks and turns Da Silva into the cage.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Leonardo Da Silva. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Da Silva misses with a body punch.
#BC2#
Bandini manages to break the clinch.
A telegraphed right hand from Da Silva misses the target.
A shot to the liver by Bandini. Beautiful body shot.#T2#
Da Silva misses with a hook.
Da Silva looks to throw the jab but Bandini is out of range.
Bandini looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bandini takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Da Silva feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bandinis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Da Silva connects with a body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bandini ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Da Silva moves away.
Da Silva just misses with a punch to the body.
Da Silva misses with a low kick as Bandini jumps back.
Da Silva looks to land a left hand but Bandini moved out of range nicely.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD#
Bandini gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Bandini is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Bandini is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Leonardo Da Silva is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Bandini keeping moving, preventing Da Silva from controlling successfully. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Da Silva won't allow Bandini to get back to his feet.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.#ES2#
Bandini has his feet on Da Silva's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Da Silva swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mac Bandini has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Da Silva shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Bandini lands a right hook to the body.
Bandini defending well as Da Silva loads up on a big left hand.
Da Silva cracks a nice hook into Bandini's ribs.
Da Silva lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
Da Silva throws out a loose jab but Bandini uses good head movement to avoid it.
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 Leonardo Da Silva.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Da Silva, 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 Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Leonardo Da Silva!
A very excited looking Leonardo Da Silva 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:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 177
Date: Aug 31, 2022 |
#R1#
Happy gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bandini counters with a stiff right hand.
Happy has been working on his boxing with his coaches at 3Band MMA in the buildup to the fight.
Happy has a takedown stuffed.
Bandini leaves Happy with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Happy tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Bandini swivels and escapes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini throws a jab when Happy was well out of range.
Bandini throws a good cross that connects.
Happy shoots and misses
letting Bandini counter with a right hand. #T1#
Bandini throws a right hand that misses
and Happy counters with a left and a right that stings Bandini.
Happy shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bandini as he avoids it easily.
Nice takedown defense from Bandini. No joy for Happy on that attempt.
Happy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bandini connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bandini's coach down at Kalashnikov ELITE MMA Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Bandini's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Happy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bandini has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.#TD#
Happy closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Bandini quickly recovers to half guard.#ES2#
Bandini manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bandini leaves Happy with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Happy staying out of range there.#T2##TD#
Happy drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
An elbow from Happy crashes against the mat.
Happy throwing strikes but Bandini manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control! #SU2#
Bandini decides to stand up, so the ref orders Happy to his feet.
Happy moves away from the strike by Bandini.
Happy seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Happy goes for a double leg but Bandini avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Bandini continues to drive forward.
Happy jumps guard but Bandini turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Happy keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Bandini's efforts to push away.
Happy keeps control of Bandini as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Happy has Bandini pressed against the cage, preventing Bandini from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC2#
Bandini pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Happy with a poor takedown
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Happy shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bandini connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T3#
Happy shoots in for a takedown but Bandini shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Happy gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and Bandini counters with a left to the body.
Anti Happy seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Happy gets the takedown into side control.
Happy grinds an elbow into Bandini's temple.
Bandini wants to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Happy wants to control but Bandini is keeping him busy.
Happy working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
#T4#
Bandini is trying to escape and get back to his feet.#SUB#
Happy is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Bandini is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Bandini wants to escape from the position here - easier said than done!#SUB#
Happy looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Bandini is trying to get back to his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
No luck with that takedown attempt from Happy.
Bandini throws a hook to the side of Happy's head but Happy sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mac Bandini seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Happy fails with the takedown
and Bandini counters with a right hand to the body.
Happy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bandini makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bandini cracks Happy with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Happy ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
As Bandini looks to move away, Happy throws a big counter combo but Bandini just gets out of the way.
Happy needs to keep his hands up - Bandini had a free shot at his head there.
Happy shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bandini defends it nicely.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Happy avoids it with no problem.#T1#
Happy fails with a takedown attempt.
Bandini doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
A swing and a miss from Bandini.
Happy staying out of range there.
Happy keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bandini.
Anti Happy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Happy has a takedown stuffed.
Bandini now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Happy uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bandini.
Happy throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bandini's waist but Bandini gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Happy off to one side.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Happy tries for a takedown but Bandini circles away easily
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Happy.
Bandini bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Bandini fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Happy manages to avoid it.#T3#
Happy doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bandini counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Happy shoots and misses
and Bandini connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Happy takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bandini missing with a left hand there. Happy was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bandini cracks Happy with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
A slow jab from Bandini misses its intended target.
Bandini has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Happy doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.#T4#
Happy shoots in for a takedown but Bandini shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bandini misses with a wild body shot.
Nice takedown defense from Bandini. No joy for Happy on that attempt.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Happy fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bandini avoids it really well and circles away.
Happy tries for a takedown but Bandini circles away easily
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Happy on the wrong end of a nice hook.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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#
Bandini is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Happy.
Happy went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Happy staying out of range there.
Bandini scores with a hook to the body. Happy takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bandini misses with an uppercut
and Happy counters with a one-two to the body.
Happy looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.
Happy shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bandini pinned against the cage. Bandini gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini throws a body shot but no joy. #T1#
Bandini misses with a hook. Happy ducked under it nicely.
Horrible takedown attempt by Happy or perhaps it was just good defense by Bandini, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anti Happy. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Happy misses with a head kick.
Happy fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Bandini avoids it really well and circles away.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Happy avoids it with no problem.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bandini displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Happy. #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.
Bandini lands with a hook. Happy tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Happy shoots and misses
and Bandini counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice sprawl there from Bandini as Happy shoots in.
Bandini keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Bandini lands a glancing blow to the side of Happy's head.
Bandini scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#T3#
Happy shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Bandini defends it nicely.
Happy with a poor takedown
and Bandini counters with a nice uppercut.
Nice jab there from Bandini.
Bandini lands a slapping body shot.
Happy looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Happy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Happy takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mac Bandini is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bandini uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Happy.
Bandini doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.#T4#
Happy takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Happy shoots in looking for a takedown. Bandini tries to sprawl out of it but Happy keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bandini manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Happy with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bandini connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Happy shoots in for a takedown but Bandini shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Happy misses with a takedown attempt
and Bandini counters with a stiff right hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Happy shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mac Bandini comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bandini 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 Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 26:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 26:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 26:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mac Bandini!
Mac Bandini opened up his post fight interview with a scream to camera that he wants a title shot! Whether he deserves the shot will be up to the management of the organization, so I guess he'll have to wait and see. |
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Event:
Sucker Punch Pro Series 166
Date: Aug 03, 2022 |
#R1#
Bandini leaves Jain with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
A big right from Jain misses.
Bandini now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Jain connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bandini defending well as Jain loads up on a big left hand.
Bandini now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Jain connects with a nice looking jab.
Bandini slips under a jab.
Bandini now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Jain fails with a takedown attempt.
Bandini uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jain.
Bandini is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Jain with a body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jain loads up on a big right hand but Bandini slips the punch.
Bandini defending well as Jain loads up on a big left hand.
Jain lands a nice looking body shot.
Nice uppercut there from Bandini.#T1#
Jain misses with a body shot.
Bandini takes one to the chin there.
Bandini throws out a loose jab but Jain uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jain ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bandini moves away.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bandini uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jain.
Jain swings widly with a right hand
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bandini uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jain.
Jain tries to bum rush Bandini with a series of wild strikes but Bandini uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bandini throws out a loose jab but Jain uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bandini ducks under a wild hook from Jain.
Bandini has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Jain misses with a lunging right hand
enabling Bandini to counter with a crisp jab.
Bandini connects with a crisp jab.
Jain dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Jain misses with a body shot
and Bandini counters with a nice body shot. #T2#
Jain throws a body punch but Bandini moves out of range.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bandini tries to move into range but Jain moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.#TD#
Jain shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Bandini looks like he's trying to stand up.
Jain is looking to stall here but Bandini recovers full guard.
Jain wants to control from the top but Bandini keeps moving. #T3##ES2#
Bandini has his feet on Jain's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Bandini swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jain looks to land a right hand but Bandini moved out of range.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jain's jab looks to have found its range, popping Bandini under the eye.
A slow jab from Jain misses its intended target.
Bandini throws a looping overhand right but Jain ducks down to avoid it.
Jain throws a jab but it's blocked by Bandini.
Jain takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
#T4#
Bandini blocks a jab.
Bandini moves forwards but Jain connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Jain swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Jain's jab looks to have found its range, popping Bandini under the eye.
Jain misses with a looping right.
Jain missing with a left hand there. Bandini was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
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!
Jain misses the shot to the body.
Jain rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Bandini to counter with a crisp jab.
Mac Bandini is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bandini misses with a wild body shot.
Jain is looking to counter punch.
Jain lunges at Bandini with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Bandini's hand.
Jain throws an overhand right that lands on Bandini's shoulder, as Bandini tries to avoid the shot.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bandini keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jain.
Jain misses the shot to the body.
Bandini has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jain. Bandini does a little dance to reset his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Moganesh Jain dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Jain misses with a left hand
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jain loads up on a big right hand but Bandini slips the punch.
Bandini blocks a jab.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jain is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bandini.
Jain fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Bandini slips a straight right by Jain.
Moganesh Jain is winning the standup battle so far.
Jain misses with a leg kick.
A lazy left from Jain finds it's target.
Jain swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bandini looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bandini 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Jain.
Jain is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bandini.
Jain misses with a hook to the body
letting Bandini counter with a right hand.
Jain lands a jab.
Jain rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T1#
Jain misses the shot to the body.
Bandini now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Jain is defended easily by Bandini.
The fighters circling - Jain throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bandini slips under a jab from Jain.
Jain is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bandini can do to turn this around?
Bandini walks into a jab.
Good shot there by Jain.
Jain misses with a hook.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bandini takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Bandini slips a jab from Jain.
Jain rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Jain misses with a left hand
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
Jain misses with an uppercut
and Bandini counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jain throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Jain avoids it with no problem.
Jain misses with a hook
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bandini throws a jab but it's blocked by Jain.
Jain throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bandini swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A little feinted left hand from Jain on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bandini slips under a jab from Jain.
A slow jab from Jain misses its intended target.
Bandini's jab looks to have found its range, popping Jain under the eye.
Bandini throws a lazy right hand but Jain sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A jab from Jain misses.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bandini connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Jain momentarily.
Jain looks to throw the jab but Bandini is out of range. #T3#
Jain swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Jain misses the shot to the body.
Jain lands a right hook to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bandini. Jain does a little dance to reset his feet.
Jain swings for the body but Bandini moves out of range.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A shot to the body from Jain misses
letting Bandini counter with a right hand.
Bandini slips under a jab.
Bandini let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bandini staying out of range there.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jain throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jain misses with a body shot.
Bandini looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bandini avoids the body shot from Jain.
Jain looks to score with a jab to the body but Bandini is just out of range.
Jain defending well as Bandini loads up on a big left hand. #T4#
Jain throws a jab but it's blocked by Bandini.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jain scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bandini in his tracks.
Jain misses with a jab to the body
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jain doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Jain misses with an uppercut
letting Bandini counter with a right hand.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jain misses the body punch
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bandini thuds his right hand into Jain's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Jain takes a jab right on the kisser.
Jain misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bandini.
#TD#
Jain closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Bandini to the mat! Bandini manages to get full guard.
Bandini is looking to stand up but Jain isn't so interested in that idea.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Mac Bandini will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Jain looks to land a right hand but Bandini moved out of range.
Jain fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bandini manages to avoid it.
Bandini uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jain.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bandini takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Jain takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
A telegraphed right hand from Jain misses the target.
A slow jab from Jain misses its intended target.
Bandini cracks Jain with a right hand to the side of the head.
Jain misses with an uppercut
and Bandini counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini moves out of range as Jain strikes.
Jain cracks Bandini with a good jab.
Jain uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bandini.
Jain throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bandini sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T1#
Jain smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Jain looks to score with a jab to the body but Bandini is just out of range.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jain lands with a shot to the body.
Jain misses with an uppercut
and Bandini counters with a right hand to the body.
Bandini avoids the body shot from Jain.
Bandini slips a straight right by Jain.
Jain throws a shot from downtown. Bandini moves away and avoids it.
Bandini looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bandini takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jain looks to throw the jab but Bandini is out of range.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jain jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jain throws an off balance right hand
and Bandini counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jain lands with a cross.
Jain lands a slapping body shot.
#T2#
A jab from Jain misses.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jain walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Jain closes the distance and clinches up with Bandini, looking for a takedown. Jain pushes Bandini against the cage but Bandini circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Jain misses with a wild body shot.
Moganesh Jain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bandini moves out of range as Jain strikes.
Jain throws out a loose jab but Bandini uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bandini moves out of range as Jain strikes.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jain misses with a looping right.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jain throws a body punch but Bandini moves out of range.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Jain throws out a loose jab but Bandini uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jain dives in for a single leg takedown but Bandini sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Jain lands with a light punch inside.
Jain misses with a punch to the body.
#BC2#
Bandini pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#T3#
Bandini fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Jain on the side of the head.
Jain throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Bandini's waist but Bandini gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Jain off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Moganesh Jain. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bandini takes one to the side of the head.
Jain throws a hook but Bandini blocks it.
Jain misses with a left hand
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
A shot to the body from Jain misses
and Bandini connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#TD#
Jain throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Bandini was covering up waiting for the punch and Jain finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Bandini has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Jain is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jain misses with the head strike.
#BC2#
Bandini breaks from the clinch.
#T4#
Bandini loads up on a big right hand but Jain slips the punch.
Jain misses with a wild body shot.
The fighters circling - Bandini throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bandini takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bandini steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jain.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bandini! But no joy.
Bandini misses with a right hand
and Jain counters with a left to the body.
A jab from Bandini misses.
Jain swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bandini moves out of range as Jain strikes.
Jain with a jab.
Jain misses with a left hand
letting Bandini counter with a right hand.
Jain thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jain looks to land a right hand but Bandini moved out of range.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Jain missing with a left hand there. Bandini was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bandini now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
Moganesh Jain showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Jain 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 Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Moganesh Jain!
After winning the bout, Moganesh Jain 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:
CFC 498: Nagasaki v Saggy D
Date: Jul 09, 2022 |
#R1#
Bandini takes a swing at Da Silva's ribcage but misses.
Da Silva scores with a jab to the head.
Bandini misses with a looping right.
Da Silva misses with a hook
and Bandini counters with a right hand to the body.
Da Silva connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Da Silva on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Da Silva throws a hook but Bandini avoids it easily.
Bandini lands a lovely overhand right.
Da Silva misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bandini.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bandini throws a good cross that connects.
Bandini takes a head kick and keeps coming.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Da Silva lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bandini's sensitive parts. #T1#
Bandini checks a leg kick.
Da Silva tries for a takedown but Bandini circles away easily
letting Bandini counter with a right hand.
Bandini moves out of range as Da Silva strikes.
Da Silva with the inside leg kick.
Da Silva throws a nice outside leg kick.
Da Silva throws a hook but Bandini blocks it.
Da Silva buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Da Silva throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Bandini looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Mac Bandini is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Da Silva has a takedown stuffed.
The fighters circling - Da Silva throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Da Silva is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Bandini's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Da Silva ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.#T2#
Da Silva changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bandini slips under a jab.
Bandini has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Da Silva displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bandini throws out the jab.
Da Silva misses with a low kick.
Da Silva looks for the body kick but Bandini saw that one coming.
Da Silva loads up on a big right hand but Bandini slips the punch.
Bandini uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Da Silva.
Da Silva throws a lazy right hand but Bandini sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Da Silva misses with a leg kick
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bandini ducks under a wild hook from Da Silva.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bandini checks a leg kick nicely.
Da Silva uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bandini.#T3#
Bandini bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Da Silva throws a right hand that misses
and Bandini connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bandini misses with an uppercut.
Da Silva misses with an uppercut. Bandini saw that one coming.
Bandini takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Bandini comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Da Silva. Bandini does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bandini throws a hook but Da Silva avoids it easily.
Da Silva ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.
A low kick lands for Da Silva.
Bandini looks to land a right hand but Da Silva moved out of range.
Bandini has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Da Silva.
Da Silva swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bandini counters with a nice uppercut. #T4#
Da Silva misses with a lunging right hand
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Da Silva scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Da Silva moves out of range as Bandini strikes.
Da Silva thows a left - swing and a miss!
Da Silva swings for the body but Bandini moves out of range.
Da Silva looks to throw the jab but Bandini is out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Da Silva misses the target.
Bandini thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bandini misses the jab.
Da Silva connects with an inside leg kick.
Da Silva fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bandini looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Da Silva takes a swing at Bandini's ribcage but misses.
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 Leonardo Da Silva 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#
Da Silva works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Da Silva slips a straight right by Bandini.
It looked like Da Silva wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
A low kick from Da Silva misses
letting Bandini counter with a right hand.
Leonardo Da Silva is winning the standup battle so far.
Da Silva is looking to slow Bandini down with leg kicks.
Da Silva is looking to chop away at Bandini's legs.
Horrible takedown attempt by Da Silva or perhaps it was just good defense by Bandini, which made it look bad.
Da Silva throws a right hand that misses
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Da Silva chopping away at his opponent's legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Da Silva has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Da Silva there as he acknowledges the shot.
Nice defenses there by Bandini.
Bandini keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Da Silva.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bandini 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.
Good leg kick by Da Silva. #T1#
A low kick lands for Da Silva.
Bandini takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Bandini moves out of range of the strikes.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Da Silva is defended easily by Bandini.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bandini's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Da Silva lands with a cross.
Bandini uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Da Silva.
Da Silva misses with a looping right.
Da Silva connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bandini momentarily.
#T2#
Da Silva throws a leg kick
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Da Silva misses with a low kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by Da Silva. That's going to slow Bandini down.
Da Silva swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Da Silva tries to land a leg kick but Bandini saw it coming and moves away.
Da Silva misses with a hook
and Bandini counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Da Silva throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bandini.
Bandini looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Da Silva slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
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!
Da Silva takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Da Silva throws out a loose jab but Bandini uses good head movement to avoid it.
Leonardo Da Silva seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Da Silva fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bandini manages to avoid it.
Da Silva lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#T3#
Da Silva slips a straight right by Bandini.
Da Silva throwing a counter right hand but Bandini manages to avoid it.
Bandini has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Bandini looks to score with a jab to the body but Da Silva is just out of range.
Da Silva tries to land a leg kick but Bandini saw it coming and moves away.
Bandini throws a shot from downtown. Da Silva moves away and avoids it.
A jab lands there for Da Silva.
Bandini throws a hook but Da Silva avoids it easily.
Da Silva finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Da Silva lands a slapping body shot.
Da Silva avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Da Silva misses with a left hand
and Da Silva takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A slapping leg kick lands for Da Silva.
Da Silva connects with a nice looking jab.
#T4#
Da Silva blocks a jab.
Bandini lands a really nice looking cross but Da Silva seems unphased.
Da Silva throws a low kick but Bandini moves out of range easily.
Da Silva throws a shot from downtown. Bandini moves away and avoids it.
Bandini misses with a hook. Da Silva ducked under it nicely.
Bandini has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bandini there as he acknowledges the shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Da Silva throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bandini let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Da Silva misses with an uppercut. Bandini saw that one coming.
Da Silva throws a leg kick but Bandini checks it.
Bandini keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Da Silva.
Da Silva tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bandini is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Da Silva tries a low kick but Bandini avoids it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Leonardo Da Silva dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Bandini throws a hook to the side of Da Silva's head but Da Silva sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Da Silva drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Bandini moves out of range of the strikes.
Bandini slips under a jab from Da Silva.
Da Silva cracks Bandini with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Da Silva moves away from the strike by Bandini.
Da Silva tries to land a leg kick but Bandini saw it coming and moves away.
A swing and a miss from Da Silva.
Bandini checks a low kick from Da Silva.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Da Silva throws an overhand right that lands on Bandini's shoulder, as Bandini tries to avoid the shot.
Da Silva throws a hook but Bandini avoids it easily.
A low kick from Da Silva misses
and Bandini counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Da Silva thinking. #T1#
Bandini connects with a looping right hand.
Bandini stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Da Silva misses the shot to the body.
Da Silva slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Da Silva with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Da Silva misses with a hook
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Da Silva misses with a body shot.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Da Silva connects with a leg kick.
Bandini walks into a straight right hand from Da Silva.
Da Silva thows a leg kick but Bandini checks it
and Da Silva takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Da Silva wants to land a leg kick but Bandini is out of range.
Bandini blocks a jab.
Bandini looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T2#
Da Silva defending well as Bandini loads up on a big left hand.
Da Silva tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bandini is able to avoid easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bandini ducks under a wild hook from Da Silva.
Bandini walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Da Silva misses with an uppercut. Bandini saw that one coming.
Bandini misses with a looping left.
Da Silva lands the left hand.
A low kick from Da Silva misses
and Bandini counters with a stiff right hand.
Da Silva catches Bandini with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
A swing and a miss from Da Silva.
A nice leg kick from Da Silva, right into the meat of the thigh.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with each other but Bandini might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Da Silva has got the better of the exchanges.
Da Silva ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.#T3#
Da Silva shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Bandini digs a good hook to Da Silva's body.
Da Silva misses with an uppercut. Bandini saw that one coming.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Da Silva avoids it with no problem.
Da Silva lands the left hand.
Da Silva throws a right hand that misses
and Bandini counters with a nice body shot.
A solid leg kick lands there for Da Silva.
Leonardo Da Silva is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Da Silva throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bandini sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bandini jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Da Silva looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Da Silva throws a jab when Bandini was well out of range.
Bandini moves away from the strike by Da Silva.
Da Silva throws a lazy right hand but Bandini sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bandini ducks under a wild hook from Da Silva.
Bandini looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T4#
Da Silva swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Da Silva is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bandini can do to turn this around?
Bandini scores with a hook.
Bandini tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Da Silva was well out of range. Poor timing from Bandini.
Da Silva feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Da Silva throws a body shot but no joy.
Bandini looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Da Silva connects with a solid leg kick.
Mac Bandini has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Da Silva throws a leg kick but Bandini sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Bandini throws a shot from downtown. Da Silva moves away and avoids it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bandini avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Da Silva misses with a low kick.
Bandini is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Da Silva with a body shot.
Da Silva misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Bandini counters with a nice uppercut.
Da Silva fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bandini looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
And that's the end of the fight!
Leonardo Da Silva showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Da Silva 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 John Mangel scores the fight 30:27
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 30:27
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Leonardo Da Silva!
A relieved looking Leonardo Da Silva 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:
CFC 490: Chukwuma v Shabanov
Date: Jun 08, 2022 |
#R1#
Bandini swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bandini throws a jab but it's blocked by Lowe.
Lowe misses with a leg kick
and Bandini counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Lowe connects with the punch.
A cross from Lowe lands.
A swing and a miss from Lowe.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lowe uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bandini.
Mike Lowe seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bandini throws an off balance right hand
and Lowe makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Lowe keeps Bandini at a distance using the push kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A swing and a miss from Lowe.
Lowe misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Lowe swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Donk. Lowe catches Bandini right on the button with a cross.#T1#
Lowe throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Bandini.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bandini! But no joy.
Lowe is looking to land body kicks.
Lowe misses with a straight left.
Bandini appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A head kick misses from Lowe.
Lowe misses with an uppercut
and Bandini connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Lowe throws a combination. Bandini tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Bandini dodges the punch combination from Lowe.
Lowe swings for the body but Bandini moves out of range.
Bandini shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Bandini uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lowe.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Lowe avoids it with no problem.
Bandini swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T2#
Lowe dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bandini. That did some damage!
Lowe misses with a body kick.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Lowe - that will leave a mark!
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Lowe.
Lowe just misses with a punch to the body.
Lowe looks to land a combination but Bandini avoids it well.
Lowe lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lowe avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Lowe scoring well with a low kick there.
Bandini avoids the head kick by Lowe.
Bandini takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Lowe throws a right hand that misses
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
Lowe throws a sloppy head kick
and Lowe takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bandini tests Lowe's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Lowe dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bandini. That did some damage!
Lowe misses with an uppercut. Bandini saw that one coming.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
Lowe clinches up with Bandini and pushes him back against the cage.
Bandini blocks an elbow strike from Lowe.
A body shot lands from Lowe.
Lowe misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Bandini's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bandini keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Lowe walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Lowe misses with an uppercut. Bandini saw that one coming.
Lowe misses with a head kick.
#T4#
Bandini lands a jab.
Lowe jabs Bandini to the body, keeping him at a distance.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lowe misses with an attempted mid kick.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bandini has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Sloppy strikes from Lowe. Those never looked like landing.
Lowe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bandini was well out of range. Poor timing from Lowe.
Bandini looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lowe looks to throw the jab but Bandini is out of range.
Jab, jab by Lowe - just one landing.
Lowe throws a poor cross that misses
and Bandini counters with a left to the body.
Bandini moves away from the strike by Lowe.
A head kick by Lowe misses
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mike Lowe dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Lowe avoids the body shot from Bandini.
Lowe throws a looping overhand right but Bandini ducks down to avoid it.
Bandini let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
A low kick from Lowe is predictable there
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
Lowe uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bandini.
Lowe tries to bum rush Bandini with a series of wild strikes but Bandini uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lowe throws a head kick that misses.
Bandini has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Lowe throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Lowe uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Lowe throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini slips a jab and a cross from Lowe.
#CL#
Lowe gets a clinch. #BC2#
Bandini breaks the clinch.
Bandini avoids a punch combination nicely.
#T1#
Lowe just misses with a punch to the body.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lowe misses with a lunging right hand
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
Lowe stuns Bandini with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Lowe throws a head kick that misses.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mike Lowe is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lowe throws a left and a right that both miss
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
Lowe pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Lowe throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bandini cracks Lowe with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bandini throws a big shot that misses.
Lowe misses with a double jab
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T2#
Lowe throws a leg kick that is checked
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Lowe throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Lowe avoids it with no problem.
Bandini 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.
Bandini moves out of range of the body kick.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mike Lowe is winning the standup battle so far.
Lowe fails to land with a series of punches.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lowe misses with a double jab
and Bandini counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bandini lands with a cross.
Lowe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bandini was well out of range. Poor timing from Lowe.
A lazy left from Bandini finds it's target.
Lowe lands a right hook to the body.
#CL#
Lowe pushes Bandini up against the cage in a clinch.
Lowe cracks Bandini with a nice body shot.#T3#
Lowe misses with a body punch.
#BC2#
Bandini breaks the clinch.
Lowe fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bandini manages to avoid it.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Lowe avoids it with no problem.
Bandini lands a head shot.
Lowe throws a sloppy head kick and Bandini moves out of range easily.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bandini ducks under a wild hook from Lowe.
Bandini uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Lowe.
Lowe misses with a head kick.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Lowe rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bandini moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Lowe's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bandini connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lowe scrambles back to his feet.
An inside leg kick from Lowe misses.
Lowe throws a head kick but Bandini moves out of range.
#T4#
Lowe wants to clinch
and Bandini counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Lowe throws the kick towards the body but Bandini avoids it.
Lowe throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Lowe throws a body punch but Bandini moves out of range.
Lowe misses with a lunging right hand
and Bandini counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Lowe is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bandini can do to turn this around?
Lowe throws a sloppy head kick and Bandini moves out of range easily.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Lowe scores with a jab to the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lowe pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bandini connects with a good right hand that stumbles Lowe. Lowe circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Bandini fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Bandini throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Mac Bandini will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Lowe misses the jab.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bandini waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Lowe.
Bandini digs a good hook to Lowe's body.
Lowe scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bandini cracks Lowe with an open hand slap.
A leg kick checked by Bandini.
Lowe misses with a double jab.
A head kick from Lowe lands but Bandini takes it in his stride.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lowe is looking to land body kicks.
Lowe tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bandini was well out of range. Poor timing from Lowe.
Lowe on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bandini takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
#T1#
A big left from Bandini misses.
Lowe lands with a thumping leg kick.
Lowe looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Bandini in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
Lowe misses with a leg kick
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bandini lands an overhand right.#CL#
Lowe darts in and clinches Bandini up against the cage.#BC2#
Bandini breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Lowe lets loose with a powerful body kick. Bandini will feel that in the morning.
Lowe misses with a wild body shot.
Lowe misses with a combination
and Bandini counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Lowe throws an off balance right hand
and Bandini counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T2#
Lowe misses with a body punch
and Lowe takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Lowe lands a head shot.
Lowe swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Nice straight punches there by Bandini. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bandini.
Lowe wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Lowe thumps Bandini with a low kick.
Lowe throws a lazy uppercut
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Lowe changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
The crowd cheers as Lowe lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bandini doesn't seem phased though.
Lowe misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Lowe's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bandini connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Lowe scrambles back to his feet.#T3#
Lowe lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bandini circles away quickly and effectively.
Lowe takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Bandini throws out a loose jab but Lowe uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lowe is looking to counter punch.
Bandini is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
A head kick by Lowe misses
and Lowe takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#Lowe is rocked!
Bandini slips a jab from Lowe.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bandini! But no joy.
Oh Lowe is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lowe keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bandini.
Lowe looks to score with a jab to the body but Bandini is just out of range.
Bandini looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Lowe seems to have got his legs back now.
Lowe throws a hook but Bandini avoids it easily.
Lowe looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Lowe with a jab.
Lowe swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
enabling Bandini to counter with a crisp jab. #T4#
Bandini scores with the left hand. Lowe knows he should have avoided that one.
Lowe tries to bum rush Bandini with a series of wild strikes but Bandini uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Lowe misses with an uppercut
letting Bandini counter with a right hand.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Lowe looks to land a right hand but Bandini moved out of range.
Lowe ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.
It looked like Lowe wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Lowe fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A shot to the liver by Bandini. Beautiful body shot.
Lowe falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
A right-left combo lands from Lowe.
Lowe fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Bandini checks it well.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Mac Bandini.
I think Bandini 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 Ben Watson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 28:29
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Mac Bandini!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Mac Bandini waved his t-shirt featuring Darvin Nutrition's logo in front of the cameras.
Mike Lowe was interviewed post fight and said 'Sorry for the loss. I will get back into the gym and come back stronger. I wish luck to Fu Tu in his future bouts.'. |
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Event:
SYN 898 Heavy Hitters
Date: May 14, 2022 |
#R1#
Bandini misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Schlong.
Bandini bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
An attempted straight right counter from Bandini misses the target.
Long Schlong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bandini slips a jab from Schlong.
Bandini is looking to counter punch.
Schlong getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bandini takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Schlong scores with a jab to the jaw.
A lazy left from Bandini finds it's target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini ducks under a wild hook from Schlong.
A big left from Bandini misses. #CL2#
Schlong closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T1#
Good body shot from Schlong.
Schlong scores with a nice hook to the head.
Schlong stalling.
Schlong has a couple of punches blocked by Bandini.
#BC#
Bandini breaks from the clinch.
Schlong uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Schlong tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bandini was well out of range. Poor timing from Schlong.
It looked like Bandini wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Decent striking displayed by Schlong there.
Schlong jabs Bandini to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bandini throws a lazy right hand but Schlong sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bandini connects with a good right hand that stumbles Schlong. Schlong circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Schlong misses with an uppercut
and Bandini counters with a right hand to the body.
Bandini thows a left - swing and a miss! #T2#
Schlong misses with a hook
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Schlong throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
We've been told by Bandini's head coaches at Kalashnikov ELITE MMA Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Schlong uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bandini.
Bandini loads up on a big right hand but Schlong slips the punch.
Bandini misses with a straight right.
Schlong throws the left hand but Bandini avoids the punch easily.#CL2#
Schlong gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Bandini wants to get back to striking at distance but Schlong won't allow it.
#BC#
Bandini's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Schlong just misses with a punch to the body.
Bandini throwing a counter right hand but Schlong manages to avoid it.#T3#
Schlong closes this distance looking for a takedown but Bandini circles away.
It looked like Bandini was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Schlong.
Schlong rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bandini counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A swing and a miss from Schlong.
Bandini swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A lazy left from Schlong finds it's target.
A shot to the body from Schlong misses
enabling Bandini to counter with a crisp jab.
Schlong slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Schlong throws a sloppy body shot
and Bandini counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Bandini is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
A lazy left from Schlong finds it's target.
Schlong misses with a body punch
and Bandini counters with a right hand to the body.
Schlong throws a jab when Bandini was well out of range.#T4#
Schlong throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A counter left hand to the body from Bandini misses its target.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#TD2#
Schlong looking to score a takedown here. Bandini is defending well but Schlong drives through and ends up in Bandini's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Schlong looking to pass the guard.
Schlong stops Bandini from standing up.
Schlong pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bandini is keeping the position for now.
Bandini is looking to stand up but Schlong isn't so interested in that idea.
Schlong controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Long Schlong 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#
Schlong dips to his left and cracks Bandini with an uppercut!
Schlong misses with a takedown attempt - Bandini sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Bandini throws a shot from downtown. Schlong moves away and avoids it.
Schlong has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bandini displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Schlong.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini thows a left - swing and a miss!
Schlong misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bandini.
#T1#
Schlong walks into a jab.
Bandini throws an overhand right that lands on Schlong's shoulder, as Schlong tries to avoid the shot.
Nice defenses there by Bandini.
Schlong just misses with a punch to the body.
Schlong looks to land a combination but Bandini avoids it well.
Schlong throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Bandini to counter with a crisp jab.
Schlong misses the shot to the body.
Bandini looks to land a right hand but Schlong moved out of range.
Schlong throws a looping overhand right but Bandini ducks down to avoid it. #T2#
Schlong takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Schlong throws a lazy uppercut
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Schlong swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Mac Bandini is winning the standup battle so far.
Schlong pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Schlong ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bandini moves away.
A combination from Schlong does no damage.
Bandini throwing a counter right hand but Schlong manages to avoid it.
Schlong avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bandini slaps away a takedown attempt from Schlong, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Mac Bandini has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Long Schlong.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bandini connects with a good right hand that stumbles Schlong. Schlong circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#T3#
Schlong throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
An attempted straight right counter from Bandini misses the target.
Bandini throws an overhand right that lands on Schlong's shoulder, as Schlong tries to avoid the shot.
Bandini throws a shot from downtown. Schlong moves away and avoids it.
Schlong defending well as Bandini loads up on a big left hand.
Schlong jabs at Bandini's body.
Schlong keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bandini.
Schlong swings widly with a right hand
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
A slow jab from Bandini misses its intended target. #T4#
Schlong misses with a looping right.
Bandini checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Schlong shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Bandini sprawls well. Bandini wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Schlong gets slowly back to his feet.
Bandini is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Schlong has his takedown stuffed
and Bandini connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Schlong misses with a straight right.
Schlong jabs at Bandini's body.
Schlong fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bandini manages to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Schlong cracks Bandini with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Schlong dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Donk. Schlong catches Bandini right on the button with a cross.
Schlong throws a poor cross that misses
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Schlong moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Bandini moves away from the strike by Schlong.
A swing and a miss from Bandini.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini just misses with a punch to the body.
Schlong let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Schlong misses with a hook.
Schlong displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bandini throws out the jab. #T1#
Schlong throws a hook but Bandini avoids it easily.
Schlong throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bandini counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Schlong throws a body shot but no joy.
Bandini misses with a hook.
Schlong feints the counter takedown.
Schlong shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Schlong on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
A cross from Bandini lands.
Schlong lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Schlong throws a shot from downtown. Bandini moves away and avoids it.#T2#
Bandini takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Schlong rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Mac Bandini is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Schlong looks to land a left hand but Bandini moved out of range nicely.
Bandini is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Good shot there by Schlong.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Schlong misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bandini.
Schlong misses with an uppercut. Bandini saw that one coming.
Bandini takes a body punch but keeps moving.
A jab from Bandini misses.
Schlong feints the counter takedown.
Schlong changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T3##CL2#
Schlong forces Bandini back against the cage and clinches.
Bandini is looking to break free of the clinch but Schlong has double underhooks.
Schlong scores with a shoulder strike.
Bandini tries to break free but Schlong pushes him back against the cage.#BC#
Bandini escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bandini takes a swing at Schlong's ribcage but misses.
Bandini looks to throw the jab but Schlong is out of range.
Schlong looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Schlong swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Bandini misses its target.
Bandini fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Schlong manages to avoid it.
Bandini displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Schlong throws out the jab.
Bandini was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bandini with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Schlong to score with a decent uppercut.#T4#
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Schlong.
Schlong ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bandini moves away.
Bandini lands with a straight right. Schlong didn't see that one coming.
Bandini throws a poor cross that misses
and Bandini takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Schlong feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bandinis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Schlong fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bandini manages to avoid it.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Schlong thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bandini was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Nice uppercut lands for Schlong. That snapped Bandini's head back.
And that's the end of the fight!
Long Schlong comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Schlong has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Long Schlong! |
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Event:
SYN 891 Sitsongrit vs Williams
Date: Apr 10, 2022 |
#R1#
Nice defenses there by Bandini.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Finch uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bandini.
Bandini with a hook.
Finch throws a jab but it's blocked by Bandini.
Finch scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bandini in his tracks.
Bandini connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Bandini lands an overhand right.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Finch thows a left - swing and a miss!
A big right from Finch misses.
Finch has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Yellow Lotus Center of Healing and Meditative Arts in the buildup to the fight.
Finch waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bandini.
Atticus Finch seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bandini jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Bandini avoids the body shot from Finch.
Bandini ducks right into an uppercut from Finch.
Finch throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Finch thows a left - swing and a miss!
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nice defenses there by Finch.
Finch misses with a leg kick
and Bandini counters with a stiff right hand.
Bandini moves away from the strike by Finch.
Finch throws the left hand but Bandini avoids the punch easily.
Bandini looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Finch is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Bandini misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Finch.
Bandini lands a glancing blow to the side of Finch's head.#T2#
Finch takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Bandini connects with a looping right hand.
Bandini scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Finch with a jab.
Finch throws an off balance right hand
and Bandini connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Finch is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Finch takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Finch throws a lazy head kick
enabling Bandini to counter with a crisp jab.
Bandini lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Finch scores with a jab. Bandini acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T3#
Finch throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Bandini to counter with a crisp jab.
Bandini misses with a left hand
and Finch counters with a nice kick to the body.
Bandini uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Finch.
Bandini looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#KD#
Finch drops Bandini with a beautiful combination! Bandini stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Finch is looking for the KO!#ROC#Bandini is rocked!
Finch cracks Bandini with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Bandini tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Finch pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Bandini is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Atticus Finch!
After winning the bout, Atticus Finch 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:
SYN 887 Namasuzuki vs Babinski
Date: Mar 20, 2022 |
#R1#
Bandini rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Schlong counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
Schlong swings widly with a right hand
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Schlong looks to score with a jab to the body but Bandini is just out of range.
It looked like Bandini wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Schlong swings for the body but Bandini moves out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Bandini on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Schlong smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Schlong misses with a lunging right hand
and Bandini counters with a stiff right hand.
Bandini staying out of range there.
Schlong jabbing away but nothing is landing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schlong ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.
Schlong throws a poor cross that misses
and Bandini counters with a lovely shot to the body.
A slow jab from Schlong misses its intended target.
Schlong fails with the takedown
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T1#
A big left from Schlong misses.
Bandini was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bandini takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Schlong uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Bandini has time to react.
Bandini keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Schlong scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Mac Bandini is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Schlong missing with a left hand there. Bandini was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
A little feinted left hand from Bandini on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Long Schlong seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Schlong misses with a hook.
Schlong misses with a wild body shot.
Bandini seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Schlong moves out of range as Bandini strikes.
Schlong looks like he wants to counter punch here.#T2#
Bandini lands a nice shot that snaps Schlong's head back.
Bandini steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Schlong.
Bandini dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bandini is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.
Schlong takes a swing at Bandini's ribcage but misses.
Schlong throws a leg kick that misses.
A little feinted left hand from Bandini on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Schlong lands with a good body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Schlong misses with a wild body shot.
Nice body punch from Schlong.
Schlong swings away with a body shot that misses
enabling Bandini to counter with a crisp jab.
Schlong tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bandini was well out of range. Poor timing from Schlong.
Schlong shoots in looking for a takedown. Bandini tries to sprawl out of it but Schlong keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Bandini manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Mac Bandini has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Long Schlong.#T3#
Bandini lands a slapping body shot.
Bandini defending well as Schlong loads up on a big left hand.
Bandini is looking to counter punch.
Schlong misses with a takedown attempt - Bandini sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Schlong misses with a right hand
and Bandini counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Schlong just misses with a punch to the body.
Schlong connects with a nice looking jab.
Schlong just misses with a punch to the body.
Bandini is looking to counter punch.#T4#
Bandini misses with a looping left.
Schlong throws an off balance right hand
and Bandini counters with a nice uppercut.
Schlong throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Bandini misses the target.
Schlong misses with a jab to the body
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
Schlong misses with a lunging right hand
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Schlong fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bandini looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
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!
Schlong misses with a hook.
Schlong misses with a right hand
and Bandini counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
A jab from Schlong misses.
Schlong scores with a decent looking hook.
Schlong throws a body punch but Bandini moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Long Schlong will probably get the nod.
That's time! Bandini's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Schlong closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Bandini shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
A looping hook to the body misses from Schlong. Bandini does a little dance to reset his feet.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bandini. Schlong does a little dance to reset his feet.
Schlong cracks Bandini with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Schlong throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Bandini counter with a right hand.
Bandini rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Schlong counters with a stiff right hand.
Schlong throws a sloppy body shot
and Bandini counters with a stiff right hand.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Schlong misses with a right hand
and Bandini counters with a nice uppercut.
Schlong throws a looping overhand right but Bandini ducks down to avoid it.
Schlong misses the body punch
and Bandini counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
Schlong darts in and clinches Bandini up against the cage.#T1#
Schlong keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Bandini's efforts to push away.
Bandini has had enough of the clinch but Schlong keeps him there for the moment.
Bandini looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
A frustrated look appears on Bandini's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Bandini wants to get back to striking at distance but Schlong won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #BC#
Bandini breaks the clinch.
A looping hook to the body misses from Schlong. Bandini does a little dance to reset his feet.
A little feinted left hand from Bandini on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Schlong swings widly with a right hand
and Bandini counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Schlong works Bandini's body with a nice hook.
Schlong throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bandini sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bandini throwing a counter right hand but Schlong manages to avoid it.
Bandini cracks Schlong with a good jab.
Schlong throws a predictable looking body shot
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#T2#
A jab lands there for Bandini.
Schlong throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A little feinted left hand from Bandini on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Schlong misses with a takedown
letting Bandini counter with a right hand.
Bandini misses with an uppercut. Schlong saw that one coming.
Bandini takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Schlong looks to score with a jab to the body but Bandini is just out of range.
Bandini lands a jab to the nose.
A punch lands to the side of Bandini 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Bandini takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Schlong misses with a hook. Bandini ducked under it nicely.
Bandini swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T3#
A big right from Bandini misses.
Bandini with a jab.
Schlong throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Schlong slips under a jab.
Schlong misses with a body shot
and Bandini counters with a right hand to the body.
Bandini slips under a jab.
An attempted straight right counter from Bandini misses the target.
Schlong swings for the body but Bandini moves out of range.
Bandini was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bandini misses with an uppercut. Schlong saw that one coming.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Schlong! But no joy.
Schlong misses with a right hand
and Bandini counters with a stiff right hand.
Schlong throws a right hand that misses
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
Schlong just misses with a punch to the body.
Bandini throwing a counter right hand but Schlong manages to avoid it.#T4#
Schlong misses with a left hand
and Bandini counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Schlong misses with a body punch
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
Schlong pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Schlong misses with a right hand
and Bandini counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bandini misses the jab.
Schlong with a lazy takedown attempt
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bandini throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A big right from Schlong misses.
Bandini throws a hook but Schlong avoids it easily.
A low kick lands for Schlong.
Schlong throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bandini sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Schlong misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Bandini wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Schlong punishes Bandini's body with a nice straight punch.
Schlong lands a head shot.
Bandini misses the jab.
Schlong throws a hook but Bandini avoids it easily.
Bandini ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bandini was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Schlong misses with a left hand
and Schlong takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Bandini ducks under a wild hook from Schlong.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A shot to the liver by Schlong. Beautiful body shot.
Schlong ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.
A countering left hand to the body from Schlong misses.
Schlong cracks Bandini with a good jab.#T1#
Bandini looks to land a left hand but Schlong moved out of range nicely.
Bandini throws a hook but Schlong blocks it.
Schlong throws a looping overhand right but Bandini ducks down to avoid it.
A little feinted left hand from Bandini on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Schlong throws a jab when Bandini was well out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Bandini on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Schlong goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Schlong, as that shot connected.
The fighters circling - Schlong throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Nice shot lands for Bandini.
Bandini throws out a loose jab but Schlong uses good head movement to avoid it.
Schlong throws a jab but it's blocked by Bandini.
Bandini is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Schlong throws a body punch but Bandini moves out of range. #T2#
Schlong tries for a takedown but Bandini circles away easily
letting Bandini counter with a right hand.
Schlong throws a looping overhand right but Bandini ducks down to avoid it.
Bandini swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Nice defenses there by Bandini.
Bandini is looking to counter punch.
Bandini will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Schlong looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Schlong throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bandini pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A swing and a miss from Bandini.
Schlong throws a lazy uppercut
and Schlong takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Mac Bandini is winning the standup battle so far.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bandini drops his hands momentarily and Schlong takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head. #T3#
Schlong scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Schlong misses with an uppercut.
Schlong lands a jab.
Bandini avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Schlong rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bandini counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Schlong throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bandini throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bandini misses with a left hand
and Schlong connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Schlong misses with a shot to the body
and Bandini counters with a nice uppercut.
Bandini misses with a lunging right hand
and Schlong counters with a left to the body.
Schlong lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bandini circles away quickly and effectively.
It looked like Bandini wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T4#
Nice defenses there by Bandini.
Schlong throws the left hand but Bandini avoids the punch easily.
Bandini is looking to counter punch.
Bandini ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Schlong misses with a left hand
and Bandini counters with a three punch combo that has Schlong backing up. Schlong nods at Bandini to acknowledge the strikes.#ROC#Schlong is rocked!
Bandini fakes a right and follows up with a big left that drops Schlong to one knee - oooooh, he's wobbly! Schlong looks to clinch but Bandini throws him off and pummels him into the canvas! Schlong taps out under the strikes! The fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:31 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Strikes). Mac Bandini!
Mac Bandini very nearly forgot to thank Darvin Nutrition amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
SYN 880 JCM vs. Shipilov
Date: Feb 26, 2022 |
#R1#
Bulb wants to land a leg kick but Bandini is out of range.
Bandini is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bulb with a body shot.
Bandini avoids the body shot from Bulb.
Bandini looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A swing and a miss from Bulb.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bandini staying out of range there.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bandini avoids the body shot from Bulb.
Bandini looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A big left from Bulb misses.
Bandini slips a straight right by Bulb.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Bulb avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bulb lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bandini's sensitive parts.
Bandini has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Bulb fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bandini manages to avoid it.
Bandini takes one on the button.
Bulb throws a hook to the side of Bandini's head but Bandini sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#T1#
Bulb throws a head kick that misses
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bulb throws a body shot but no joy.
Bandini doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bandini throws a hook but Bulb blocks it.
Bulb throws a body punch but Bandini moves out of range.
Bulb throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Bulb swings for the body but Bandini moves out of range.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bandini checks a low kick from Bulb.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bandini steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bulb.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bulb is really struggling to find his range with his punches. Bandini's reach advantage is clearly causing him problems.
Bulb misses with a head kick.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Bulb avoids it with no problem.#T2#
A jab from Bulb misses.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bulb swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Bulb avoids it with no problem.
Bulb throws the left hand but Bandini avoids the punch easily.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Bulb avoids it with no problem.
A head kick by Bulb misses
and Bandini counters with a nice uppercut.
Bandini is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bulb.
Bulb walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Bandini checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bandini connects with a crisp jab.
Bulb misses with an uppercut
and Bandini counters with a nice uppercut.
Adim Bulb seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bulb throws a big shot that misses.
Bulb tried to score with a low kick but Bandini checks it.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T3#
Bulb swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Bulb avoids it with no problem.
Bulb throws a lazy right hand but Bandini sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bulb throws a nice inside leg kick.
Bandini takes one to the chin there.
Bulb throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bandini sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A nice side step and Bandini releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bulb pivots, looking for a leg kick but Bandini is out of range and Bulb settles back down.
Bulb throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A slow jab from Bulb misses its intended target.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bulb just misses with a punch to the body.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
An inside leg kick lands from Bulb. #T4#
A shot to the body from Bulb misses
and Bandini counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bulb goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
The fighters circling - Bulb throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bulb takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bulb throws a looping overhand right but Bandini ducks down to avoid it.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bulb throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bulb cracks a nice hook into Bandini's ribs.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bulb connects with the punch.
Bandini takes a jab right on the kisser.
The fighters circling - Bulb throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Adim Bulb 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#
Bulb smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A head kick misses from Bulb.
A jab from Bulb misses.
Bandini takes one on the button.
Bulb misses the body punch
and Bandini counters with a nice uppercut.
Bulb looks for the body kick but Bandini saw that one coming.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bandini! But no joy.
Bulb misses with a low kick.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bulb throws a big shot that misses.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bulb throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bandini counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bulb changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T1#
Bulb lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bandini's sensitive parts.
Bulb misses with a body punch
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
A nice inside leg kick there by Bulb. That's going to slow Bandini down.
A big left from Bulb misses.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bandini ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bandini is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bulb with a body shot.
Bulb throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bulb thuds his right hand into Bandini's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bandini on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bulb throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bulb slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T2#
Bulb keeps Bandini at a distance using the push kick.
Bulb will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Bandini staying out of range there.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bulb fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bandini manages to avoid it.
Bulb misses with a lunging right hand
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bulb cracks Bandini with an open hand slap.
Bulb misses with a straight left.
Bulb throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bulb throws a poor cross that misses
and Bandini counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T3#
A swing and a miss from Bulb.
Bulb swings for the body but Bandini moves out of range.
Bandini appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Adim Bulb is winning the standup battle so far.
Bulb throws an off balance right hand
and Bandini counters with a left to the body.
Bulb throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bandini counters with a left to the body.
Bandini is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bulb.
Bulb misses with a hook to the body
enabling Bandini to counter with a crisp jab.
Bulb throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bulb does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bandini 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.
Bulb works Bandini's body with a nice hook.
A jab from Bulb misses. #T4#
Bandini avoids the body shot from Bulb.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
The fighters circling - Bulb throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bulb throws a head kick that misses
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
Bandini scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Bulb pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A head kick misses from Bulb.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A telegraphed right hand from Bulb misses the target.
Bulb swings for the body but Bandini moves out of range.
Bulb looks to score with a jab to the body but Bandini is just out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Adim Bulb dominated that second round.
That's time! Bulb's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. And we move into the final round!#R3#
Bulb misses with a hook to the body
letting Bandini counter with a right hand.
Bulb throws a jab but it's blocked by Bandini.
Bulb misses with a jab to the body
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bandini uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bulb.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bulb wants to slow Bandini down by chopping away at his legs.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bandini! But no joy.
Bandini chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bulb can pounce on him.
Bulb throws a half hearted mid kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bulb throws a looping overhand right but Bandini ducks down to avoid it.
Bulb throws a lazy body kick
and Bandini connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bulb swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T1#
A left lands for Bulb.
Bulb connects with a solid leg kick.
Bulb throws a body kick that misses.
Bulb throws a big shot that misses.
Bulb lands a jab.
Bandini jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bulb throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Bulb defending well as Bandini loads up on a big left hand.
Bulb misses with a straight left. #T2#
Bulb looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Bandini uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bulb.
Bulb throws a head kick but Bandini moves out of range.
Bulb tries to score with a low kick but Bandini moves his leg out of the way.
Bulb is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bandini can do to turn this around?
Bulb throws a jab but it's blocked by Bandini.
Bulb lands with a nice body punch.
Bulb misses with a kick to the body
and Bandini counters with a stiff right hand.
A jab from Bulb misses.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bulb throws the left hand but Bandini avoids the punch easily.
Bulb digs a good body shot into Bandini's ribs.#T3#
Bulb ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bulb swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Bandini drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Bulb misses the shot to the body.
Bulb misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bandini.
Bulb throws a right hand that misses
enabling Bandini to counter with a crisp jab.
Bandini connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bulb momentarily.
Bulb moves away from the strike by Bandini.
Nice body punch from Bulb.
Bulb misses with a low kick.
Bandini looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T4#
Bandini avoids the head kick by Bulb.
Bandini keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bulb throws a jab but it's blocked by Bandini.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bandini! But no joy.
Bulb misses the shot to the body.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Mac Bandini has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bulb swings widly with a right hand
letting Bandini counter with a right hand.
Bulb thows a leg kick but Bandini checks it
enabling Bandini to counter with a crisp jab.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bulb. Bandini does a little dance to reset his feet.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
A head kick by Bulb misses
enabling Bandini to counter with a crisp jab.
Bandini uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bulb.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Adim Bulb showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Bulb 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 30:27
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight 30:27
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Adim Bulb!
In his post fight interview, Adim Bulb started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
SYN 873 Maluga vs. Babinski
Date: Jan 30, 2022 |
#R1#
Finger misses the body punch
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bandini listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Finger throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Finger moves into range and connects with a jab.
Finger throws an off balance right hand
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Finger misses with a shot to the body
and Bandini counters with a stiff right hand.
Finger rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bandini counters with a nice uppercut.
Finger just misses with a punch to the body.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Finger avoids it with no problem.
Finger throws an off balance right hand
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Finger throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Finger rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bandini counters with a left to the body.
Finger throws an off balance right hand
enabling Bandini to counter with a crisp jab.
Finger throws a jab when Bandini was well out of range.
Bandini is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Finger with a body shot.
Bandini showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Finger.
Bandini is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Finger with a body shot.#T1#
Finger throws a hook to the side of Bandini's head but Bandini sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Finger throws a lazy right hand but Bandini sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bandini looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bandini slips a straight right by Finger.
Bandini uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Finger.
Middle Finger seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Finger looks to score with a jab to the body but Bandini is just out of range.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Finger avoids it with no problem.
Finger looks to land a right hand but Bandini moved out of range.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
The fighters circling - Finger throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Finger throws a jab when Bandini was well out of range.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Finger avoids it with no problem.
Finger connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bandini. Bandini circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Bandini is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Finger had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Finger throws a lazy uppercut
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
Finger throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bandini counters with a nice uppercut.
Finger throws a big shot that misses.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
No joy there for Finger, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Finger throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bandini sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Finger looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Finger throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bandini sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Finger avoids it with no problem.#T2#
Finger misses with a right hand
and Bandini connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Finger throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bandini fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Finger looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Bandini scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Finger swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Finger throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bandini ducks under a wild hook from Finger.
Finger throws a predictable looking body shot
letting Bandini counter with a right hand.
Finger throws a sloppy body shot
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bandini has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Bandini 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.
Finger throws a looping overhand right but Bandini ducks down to avoid it.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Finger misses with a hook
and Bandini counters with a stiff right hand.
Bandini moves away from the strike by Finger.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bandini! But no joy.
A swing and a miss from Finger.
Finger throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bandini sees it coming and avoids it easily.#T3#
Finger misses with a straight left.
Bandini is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Finger with a body shot.
Finger misses with a hook
and Bandini counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Finger thinking.
Finger misses with an uppercut
letting Bandini counter with a right hand.
Nice defenses there by Bandini.
Finger looks to land a combination but Bandini avoids it well.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bandini connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Finger momentarily.
Finger throws a hook but Bandini blocks it.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Finger throws a body shot but no joy.
Bandini tries to move into range but Finger moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Finger misses with an uppercut.
Finger throws out a loose jab but Bandini uses good head movement to avoid it.
A big right from Finger misses.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Finger throws out a loose jab but Bandini uses good head movement to avoid it.
Finger throws a poor cross that misses
and Bandini counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
Finger misses with a right hand
and Bandini counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Finger swings widly with a right hand
enabling Bandini to counter with a crisp jab.
Finger throws an off balance right hand
enabling Bandini to counter with a crisp jab.
Bandini displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Finger throws out the jab.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Finger throws a lazy uppercut
and Bandini counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Finger misses with a hook
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
Finger throws the left hand but Bandini avoids the punch easily.
Finger waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bandini.
Finger rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Finger misses with a left hand
letting Bandini counter with a right hand.
Finger throws a lazy uppercut
and Bandini counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bandini ducks under a wild hook from Finger.
Bandini now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Finger misses with an uppercut. Bandini saw that one coming.
Finger throws a lazy right hand but Bandini sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Finger jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Finger throws a poor cross that misses
and Bandini counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mac Bandini seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Finger swings for the body but Bandini moves out of range.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Finger avoids it with no problem.
Finger throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Finger takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Finger throws a body punch but Bandini moves out of range.
Finger jabs Bandini to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Finger looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Finger throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Finger might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
Finger throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Finger throws a lazy uppercut
and Bandini counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Finger throws a lazy uppercut
and Bandini counters with a stiff right hand.
Finger misses with a looping right.
Finger falls off balance throwing a combination
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bandini slips under a jab.#T1#
Finger swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bandini staying out of range there.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Finger misses with a jab to the body
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bandini throws a hook but Finger avoids it easily.
Finger misses with a right hand
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
Finger misses with a jab to the body
and Bandini counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Finger misses with a right hand
and Bandini counters with a stiff right hand.
Finger misses with a lunging right hand
and Finger takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Finger swings widly with a right hand
and Finger takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Finger swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Finger misses with a body punch
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
Bandini has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bandini moves out of range of the strikes.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bandini! But no joy.
Bandini moves out of range as Finger strikes.
Finger tests Bandini's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T2#
Finger misses with a left hand
and Bandini connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Finger misses the shot to the body.
Good shot there by Finger.
Bandini avoids the body shot from Finger.
Finger connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Finger swings widly with a right hand
and Bandini counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Nice defenses there by Finger.
Finger throws the left hand but Bandini avoids the punch easily.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Finger misses with a looping right.
Finger misses with an uppercut
and Bandini counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Jab from Finger.
Some wild striking there from Finger.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#T3#
Finger misses the body punch
and Bandini counters with a stiff right hand.
Bandini looks to land a right hand but Finger moved out of range.
Finger misses with a straight right.
Finger throws a hook but Bandini blocks it.
Finger throws an off balance right hand
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A big right from Finger misses.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Finger fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bandini manages to avoid it.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Finger avoids it with no problem.
Finger throws a hook but Bandini avoids it easily.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bandini! But no joy.
Finger throws a right hand that misses
and Bandini counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Finger slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Finger swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice jab there from Bandini.
Finger throws a sloppy body shot
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bandini slips under a jab from Finger.#T4#
Finger fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Finger ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bandini moves away.
Finger throws a lazy uppercut
and Bandini counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Finger throws a right hand that misses
enabling Bandini to counter with a crisp jab.
Finger throws a right hand that misses
and Finger takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Finger misses with an uppercut
enabling Bandini to counter with a crisp jab.
Finger misses with an uppercut.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Finger throws an off balance right hand
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
Finger throws a lazy uppercut
enabling Bandini to counter with a crisp jab.
Finger misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bandini.
Bandini let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bandini waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Finger.
Finger swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bandini counters with a stiff right hand.
Finger misses with a right hand
and Bandini counters with a right hand to the body.
Finger rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Finger throws a looping overhand right but Bandini ducks down to avoid it.
Finger avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Finger misses with a body shot
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
Finger 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.
Finger misses with a hook
and Finger takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Finger takes a swing at Bandini's ribcage but misses.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A looping hook to the body misses from Finger. Bandini does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Finger avoids it with no problem.
Bandini uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Finger.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Finger avoids it with no problem.
Finger throws a lazy right hand but Bandini sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A countering left hand to the body from Bandini misses.
Finger throws a right hand that misses
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Finger misses with a right hand
and Finger takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Finger just misses with a punch to the body.
Finger swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bandini counters with a left to the body.
Nice uppercut there from Finger.#T1#
Finger throws a lazy right hand but Bandini sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bandini connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A slow jab from Bandini misses its intended target.
Finger misses with a looping right.
Finger throws an off balance right hand
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Finger throws a right hand that misses
letting Bandini counter with a right hand.
Finger looks to land a left hand but Bandini moved out of range nicely.
Finger misses with a hook to the body
letting Bandini counter with a right hand.
A telegraphed right hand from Finger misses the target.
Finger rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Bandini counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Finger thinking.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Finger scores with a crisp jab that stopped Bandini in his tracks.
Finger thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bandini uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Finger.
Finger misses with a wild combination.
Bandini now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Middle Finger has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Finger throws an overhand right that lands on Bandini's shoulder, as Bandini tries to avoid the shot.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bandini! But no joy.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Finger swings widly with a right hand
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
Finger throws a hook but Bandini avoids it easily.
Finger throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Finger misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bandini.
Bandini looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Finger swings widly with a right hand
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Finger throws a lazy uppercut
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#ROC2#Finger is rocked!
Finger throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bandini counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Oh Finger is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Finger misses with a right hand
and Bandini counters with a big right hand! Oh Finger is in trouble here! Bandini follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:47 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mac Bandini!
Mac Bandini managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Darvin Nutrition, into his post fight interview.
In defeat, Middle Finger stepped up to the mic, saying 'I blame my Sponsors for this loss, fuck em!'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 05, 2022 |
#R1#
Salter takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Mac Bandini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bandini scores with a jab to the head.
Bandini scores with a jab to the head.
Nice uppercut there from Bandini.
Bandini uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Salter has time to react.
Bandini leaves Salter with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Bandini connects with a jab.
Bandini throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Bandini leaves Salter with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Salter takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bandini listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Salter takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Bandini lands with a shot to the body.
Salter shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bandini as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sam Salter. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T1#
Bandini throws a good cross that connects.
Bandini fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Bandini lands the left hand.
Good standup being displayed there by Bandini as he connects with a hook.
Bandini is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Bandini connects with a nice looking jab.
Bandini has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Bandini keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bandini! But no joy.
Bandini sizes up Salter with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Salter darts in looking for a takedown but Bandini gets double underhooks and turns Salter into the cage. #BC2#
Bandini breaks from the clinch.
Bandini has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Bandini slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Bandini fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bandini dips to his left and cracks Salter with an uppercut!
Salter with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Bandini to score with a decent uppercut.#T2#
Salter has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bandini finds it's way round the side to connect with Salter's head.
Bandini dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Salter shoots in but Bandini avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Bandini tests Salter's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Salter takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bandini lands with an overhand left.
Bandini digs a good body shot into Salter's ribs.
A jab from Bandini finds it's way through Salter's defenses.
Bandini tests Salter's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Salter ducks right into an uppercut from Bandini.
Bandini works the jab nicely.
Bandini scores with a hook.
Mac Bandini is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T3#
Bandini scores with a jab to the jaw.
Bandini scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Bandini cracks Salter with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Salter on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Salter looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bandini is fending him off so far but Salter persists. Nope, Bandini circles away and we're back to standing.
Salter takes a jab right on the kisser.
Bandini lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bandini lands a nice shot to the body.
Bandini lands a head shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bandini lands a really nice looking cross but Salter seems unphased.
Bandini scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Salter fails with the takedown.#KD2#
Bandini lands a jab followed by a vicious hook that sends Salter sprawling to the canvas. Bandini follows him down, looking for the kill. Can Salter hang on? #ROC2#Salter is rocked!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4##SU2#
Bandini decides to stand up.
Bandini throws out a powerful jab.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Salter. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.
A combination from Bandini does no damage.
Salter half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Bandini scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Salter shoots in and drives through. Bandini sprawls well.
Salter shoots for a double leg takedown but Bandini sprawls well. He's pushed Salter's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Salter shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bandini but Bandini pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Salter takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
Bandini cracks Salter with an open hand slap.
Bandini dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bandini smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Bandini lands with a right hand.
Bandini scores with a decent looking hook.
Good shot there by Bandini.
Bandini slaps away a takedown attempt from Salter, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A left lands for Bandini.
Salter looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Salter drops his hands momentarily and Bandini takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Bandini is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Oh Salter is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bandini throws a nice looking combination but Salter bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Salter seems to have got his legs back now.
Bandini bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Salter's head backwards.
Bandini lands with a right hand.
Mac Bandini seems to be getting the better of the standup.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bandini lands a slapping body shot.
Bandini with a jab.
Bandini connects with a right hand. Salter shakes it off.
Bandini bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Salter's head backwards.#T1#
Salter takes one on the chin but seems OK.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bandini.
Bandini getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bandini connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Bandini stuffs the takedown.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bandini scores with a nice strike.
Bandini is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Salter takes a body punch but keeps moving.
No luck for Salter with that takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Sam Salter. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bandini scores with a nice right hand.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A lazy left from Bandini finds it's target.
Bandini jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#T2#
Bandini lands with a right that hurts Salter. Salter looks to clinch but Bandini throws a short knee that drops Salter. This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:06 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punch and Knee). Mac Bandini!
Mac Bandini bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
Sam Salter spoke after the fight, saying 'I think it may be time to hang up the gloves. Its been fun at times but Im over this time to go kill myself and family chris benoit style.'. |
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jan 02, 2022 |
#R1#
Bandini connects with a nice looking jab.
Mahrez takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Mahrez dodges the punch combination from Bandini.
Horrible takedown attempt by Mahrez or perhaps it was just good defense by Bandini, which made it look bad.
Bandini lands a nice shot that snaps Mahrez's head back.
Bandini 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.
Bandini fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Mahrez on the side of the head.
Nice cross by Bandini.
Good shot there by Bandini.
Mahrez takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mahrez takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#TD2#
Bandini closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Bandini seems to have lost interest with the ground game and is thinking about standing back up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SU2#
Bandini gets to his feet - back to striking we go! #T1#
Bandini listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#CL2#
Bandini pushes Mahrez up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Bandini breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mahrez shoots for a takedown but Bandini saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Bandini fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Mahrez looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Mahrez is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Mahrez shoots in for a takedown but Bandini shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Mahrez seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Magby Mahrez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mahrez misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Jab from Bandini.
Mahrez takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bandini is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! Mahrez had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Mahrez fails to land the takedown.
Mahrez really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T2#
A lazy left from Bandini finds it's target.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bandini slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Mac Bandini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bandini bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Mahrez fails with a takedown attempt.
Mahrez takes one to the side of the head.
Bandini sizes up Mahrez with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bandini scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
Bandini jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Mahrez walks into a jab.
Mahrez shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Bandini pinned against the cage. Bandini gets the underhooks and manages to circle away. #T3#
Mahrez drops his hands momentarily and Bandini takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Mahrez tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bandini defends well and Mahrez ends up having to push Bandini into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#BC2#
Bandini manages to break the clinch.
Bandini scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Bandini lands a jab to Mahrez's midsection.
Mahrez drops his hands momentarily and Bandini takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Bandini has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
Mahrez has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bandini finds it's way round the side to connect with Mahrez's head.
Bandini cracks Mahrez with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bandini bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Mahrez's head.
Mahrez needs to keep his hands up - Bandini had a free shot at his head there.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD2#
Bandini shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #SU2#
Bandini stands up from Mahrez's guard - Bandini perhaps looking for a knockout. #T4#
Mahrez walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Bandini scores with a nice right hand.
Bandini connects with a good right hand that stumbles Mahrez. Mahrez circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Mahrez tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Bandini defends well and Mahrez ends up having to push Bandini into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.#TD2#
Bandini successfully pulls guard.
Mahrez looking to pass the guard.
Mahrez prevents Bandini from getting back to his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#ES2#
Bandini has his feet on Mahrez's hips. He pushes off and gets to his feet. Nice work.
Mahrez looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bandini scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini 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#
Good standup being displayed there by Bandini as he connects with a hook.
Mac Bandini seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bandini throws a right and a left that Mahrez avoids nicely.
Bandini lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.#TD2#
Bandini closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Mahrez's guard.#SU2#
Bandini gets to his feet - Mahrez follows without any prompting.
Bandini connects with a body shot.
Mahrez fails with the takedown.
Good exchange - Bandini coming out on top.
Bandini lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
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!
Mahrez looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bandini is fending him off so far but Mahrez persists. Nope, Bandini circles away and we're back to standing.
Bandini scores with a one two! Mahrez had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
Bandini connects with a single shot there.
Mahrez walks into a jab.#T1#
Bandini fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Bandini smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
A left lands for Bandini.
Bandini fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Mahrez shoots for a double leg takedown but Bandini sprawls well. He's pushed Mahrez's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Magby Mahrez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bandini thuds his right hand into Mahrez's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Mahrez walks into a left hand. #ROC2#Mahrez is rocked!
Bandini catches Mahrez with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Oh Mahrez is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Mahrez has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bandini finds it's way round the side to connect with Mahrez's head.
This is turning into a torrid day at the office for Mahrez. He's trying desperately to land a takedown but he's failing miserably and getting slapped silly on the feet to compound his misery.
Bandini bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Mahrez's head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bandini cracks Mahrez with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bandini cracks Mahrez with a nasty uppercut that draws ooohs from the crowd and sends Mahrez tumbling backwards onto the mat. He tries to recover but Bandini pounces and lands a hail of unanswered strikes that forces the referee to step in to end the fight! Mahrez is not happy but he gave the referee no choice!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mac Bandini!
A less than humble Mac Bandini 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:
SYN 860 Al Din vs. Hopkins
Date: Dec 18, 2021 |
#R1#
Riku throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bandini throws the left hand but Riku avoids the punch easily.
Bandini lands with an overhand left.
Riku avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A little jabbing left from Riku on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Riku keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Riku is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Bandini with a body shot.
Mac Bandini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Riku takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Riku keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Bandini lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
A leg kick checked by Bandini.
Bandini throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Bandini moves in looking to clinch but Riku pushes him off.
Riku throws out a counter right but Bandini avoids it with no problem.
Bandini looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Riku swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Riku pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bandini fires out a quick counter leg kick but Riku just manages to avoid it.
Bandini keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bandini ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Riku moves away.
Bandini just misses with a punch to the body.
Riku scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Riku on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Riku misses with a wild combination.
It appears Bandini was looking to counter with a kick there.#T1#
Bandini shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Riku eats them both and turns towards Bandini to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Bandini ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Riku moves away.
Riku replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Bandini blocks it well.#CL#
Bandini closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Bandini pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bandini thows a leg kick but Riku checks it
and Riku counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bandini scores with a jab. Riku acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bandini takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Riku steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
A jab from Bandini does it's job there.
Bandini with a nice calf kick.
Bandini lands with a straight right. Riku didn't see that one coming.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Riku's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bandini connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Riku scrambles back to his feet.
Bandini moves out of range of the body kick.
Bandini throws out a leg kick but Riku moves out of range and Bandini only half commits.
Bandini misses with a low kick as Riku jumps back.#T2#
Riku misses with a wild body shot.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bandini.
Jab, jab by Bandini - just one landing.
Riku is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Bandini rather than just go for the knockout.
Riku connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bandini. Bandini circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Bandini fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Riku checks it well.
A little jabbing left from Riku on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Riku takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Bandini fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Bandini tries to close the distance and clinch but Riku swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Riku throws out a counter right but Bandini avoids it with no problem.
Bandini tries to bum rush Riku with a series of wild strikes but Riku uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Riku lands a jab to the nose.#CL#
Bandini drives through and clinches with Riku against the cage.
A short right from Bandini. #BC2#
Riku's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Bandini connects with a crisp jab. #T3#
Riku takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Bandini with a lazy takedown attempt
enabling Riku to counter with a crisp jab.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mac Bandini. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bandini lands a nice shot that snaps Riku's head back.
Bandini uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Riku has time to react.
A jab from Bandini does it's job there.
Bandini lunges at Riku with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Riku's hand.
Bandini misses with a series of wild punches.
Riku now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Riku jabs Bandini right on the nose. Bandini blinks but takes it well.
Bandini blocks a jab.
Bandini lands a two punch combo.
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!
Bandini lands with a hook. Riku tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Bandini is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Riku blocks a leg kick.
Bandini drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A low kick from Bandini misses
and Riku counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC2#Bandini is rocked!#T4#
Bandini throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Bandini throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Riku scores with a sloppy right hand. Bandini should have avoided that one.
Oh Bandini is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Lazuran Riku is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Riku throws an overhand right that drops Bandini like a sack of potatoes! Riku dives in to finish the fight with more strikes and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:16 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lazuran Riku!
Lazuran Riku 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:
SYN 854 Final Battle
Date: Nov 27, 2021 |
#R1#
Bandini scores with a crisp jab that stopped Vasquez in his tracks.
Bandini avoids the head kick by Vasquez.
Vasquez connects with a single shot there.
Bandini throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Vasquez moves out of range of the body kick from Bandini.
Vasquez seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Good exchange - Bandini coming out on top.
Vasquez misses with a looping left.
Vasquez just misses with a punch to the body.
Bandini throws a lazy right hand but Vasquez sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bandini misses with a looping right.
Vasquez bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Vasquez throws a jab but it's blocked by Bandini.
Bandini avoids the head kick by Vasquez.
Bandini misses with the combination.
Vasquez attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bandini scores with a leg kick.
Good leg kick by Bandini.
Nice shot lands for Bandini.
Vasquez looks for the body kick but Bandini saw that one coming.
A jab from Bandini misses. #T1#
Vasquez misses with a hook.
Mac Bandini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Good standup being displayed there by Bandini as he connects with a hook.
Bandini lands with an overhand left.
Bandini moves out of range as Vasquez strikes.
Vasquez moves away from the strike by Bandini.
Vasquez on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Bandini. Bandini obviously looking to wear him down.
Vasquez scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bandini lands a high kick!
Vasquez moves out of range of the strikes.
Vasquez throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Horrible takedown attempt by Bandini or perhaps it was just good defense by Vasquez, which made it look bad.
It looked like Vasquez wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Vasquez bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Vasquez waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bandini.
Bandini throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bandini looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Vasquez tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bandini manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bandini throws a series of strikes that have Vasquez backpedaling.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bandini checks a low kick from Vasquez.
Nando Vasquez is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bandini moves out of range as Vasquez throws a body kick.
Vasquez fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bandini has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T2#
Some wild striking there from Bandini.
Bandini throws a lazy right hand but Vasquez sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bandini slips under a jab from Vasquez.
Vasquez takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Vasquez slips a jab and a cross from Bandini.
Nice defenses there by Bandini.
Bandini lands the left hand.
Vasquez throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Bandini throws a leg kick but Vasquez checks it.
Bandini connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Vasquez cracks Bandini with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bandini jabs Vasquez to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Vasquez swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bandini.
Vasquez throws the left hand but Bandini avoids the punch easily.
Vasquez throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Bandini on the side of the head.
Bandini fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#TD2#
Bandini closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Vasquez to the mat! Vasquez manages to get full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Vasquez has Bandini pulled in close to control his posture. #T3##SU2#
Bandini stands up and waves to Vasquez to follow him.
Vasquez cracks Bandini with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bandini tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Vasquez was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A big right from Vasquez misses.
Vasquez walks into a straight right hand from Bandini.
A big right from Vasquez misses.
Bandini swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bandini lands with a straight right. Vasquez didn't see that one coming.
Bandini throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bandini displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Vasquez throws out the jab.
Vasquez moves in looking to clinch but Bandini pushes him off.
Vasquez throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bandini.#CL#
Vasquez clinches with his opponent.
#T4#
Bandini blocks a body shot from Vasquez.
Vasquez misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#BC2#
Bandini breaks the clinch.
Vasquez connects with a single shot there.
Bandini tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bandini works over Vasquez's head and body with a nice combination.
Bandini avoids the head kick by Vasquez.
Bandini is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bandini connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Vasquez throws a big shot that misses.
Bandini tries to bum rush Vasquez with a series of wild strikes but Vasquez uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bandini fails in his attempt to clinch.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Vasquez tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Vasquez moves away from the strike by Bandini.
Vasquez misses with a straight right.
Bandini looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Bandini throws a hook to the side of Vasquez's head but Vasquez sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Vasquez throwing a counter right hand but Bandini manages to avoid it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Bandini throws a big shot that misses.
Vasquez keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Vasquez swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Vasquez moves out of range as Bandini throws a body kick.
Bandini throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bandini swings for the body but Vasquez moves out of range.
Bandini has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Vasquez throws a leg kick but Bandini sees it coming and moves out of range.
Vasquez waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bandini.
Vasquez uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bandini.
Vasquez tried to counter with a leg kick but Bandini avoided it.
Vasquez bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bandini throws a lazy right hand but Vasquez sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bandini missing with a left hand there. Vasquez was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bandini pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Vasquez uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Vasquez looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bandini is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bandini misses with a straight left.
Bandini looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A lazy left from Vasquez finds it's target.
Vasquez darts in and out, connecting with a jab. #T1#
Bandini misses with a right hand
and Vasquez counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A head kick misses from Bandini.
Vasquez fails with an attempt to clinch.
Bandini misses with a looping left.
Bandini lands a jab to the head.
Bandini misses with a leg kick
and Vasquez counters with an inside leg kick.
Vasquez misses with a hook.
Bandini checks the leg kick nicely there.
Bandini throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
The fighters are starting to get sweaty, which will make takedowns a bit more tricky.#KD#
Vasquez lands a big head kick that sends Bandini tumbling to the mat! Vasquez takes a step backwards and waves Bandini back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#Bandini is rocked!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bandini darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Bandini is still on wobbly legs! Can Vasquez finish him?
Bandini defending well as Vasquez loads up on a big left hand.
Bandini thows a leg kick but Vasquez checks it
and Vasquez counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Vasquez takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Vasquez ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.
Vasquez appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
A big left from Bandini misses.
Nice uppercut there from Bandini.
Vasquez throws a nice inside leg kick.
Bandini staying out of range there.
Bandini with a hook.
Vasquez is pawing at Bandini, trying to feel the distance before throwing out a cross that crashes into Bandini's nose. Bandini is badly hurt! Vasquez pounces, throwing wild strikes as both fighters end up on the ground! Bandini tries desperately to hold on but Vasquez is relentless in his assault! As Bandini receives an ever increasing number of unanswered strikes the referee pulls Vasquez away and this one is in the books!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Nando Vasquez!
Our winner, Nando Vasquez, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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Event:
SYN 848 Bathory vs. Reinkainen
Date: Nov 06, 2021 |
#R1#
A leg kick checked by Ali.
Ali flicks out a counter leg kick but Bandini steps away.
A right-left combo lands from Bandini.
Bandini lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Ali goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Nice shot by Ali.
Bandini lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Bandini scores with a decent looking hook.
Bandini's corner calls for a 1-2. Bandini obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Bandini throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Ali sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Ali was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Ali ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bandini moves away.
A clash of legs there as Ali blocks the low kick.
Bandini keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ali lands with a straight right. Bandini didn't see that one coming.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Nice uppercut there from Ali.
Ali throws a half hearted mid kick.
Bandini definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Bandini misses with a body kick.
Ali lands with a nice body punch.
Bandini lands with a straight right. Ali didn't see that one coming.
Ali feints and then cracks Bandini's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bandini down.
We've been informed that Ali has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
Bandini looks to land a left hand but Ali moved out of range nicely.
Ali looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Ali throws a low kick but Bandini moves out of range easily.
Ali showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bandini.
Ali jabbing away but nothing is landing. #T1#
Ali takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bandini throws out a powerful jab.
An inside leg kick from Bandini misses.
Ali throws out a counter right but Bandini avoids it with no problem.
Ali takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Bandini takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Ali lands a leg kick that knocks Bandini off balance momentarily.
Bandini slips under a jab from Ali.
Bandini is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Bandini shoots in and drives through. Ali sprawls well.
Ali misses with a head kick.
Bandini has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from Ali.
Bandini tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Ali moves away from the strike by Bandini.
Bandini takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ali moves away from the strike by Bandini.
A big right from Bandini misses.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bandini lands with a hook. Ali tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Ali tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bandini was well out of range. Poor timing from Ali.
Ali lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bandini's sensitive parts.
Ali missing with a left hand there. Bandini was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bandini throws a series of punches but Ali avoids them all with ease.
Bandini looks to land a left hand but Ali moved out of range nicely.
Bandini misses with a looping right.
Ali comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.#T2#
Bandini throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Ali.
Ali throws a big shot that misses.
Ali dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Ali takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Ali throws a shot from downtown. Bandini moves away and avoids it.
An inside leg kick from Bandini misses. #CL#
Bandini clinches up with Ali and pushes him back against the cage.
Ali lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Still in the clinch, Ali scores with a nice short uppercut.#BC#
Bandini breaks from the clinch.
Bandini throws out a loose jab but Ali uses good head movement to avoid it.
A solid leg kick lands there for Ali.
Bandini throws a looping overhand right but Ali ducks down to avoid it.
Bandini is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Bandini displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Ali throws out the jab.
Ali connects with a looping right hand.
Ali takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Ali lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Bandini has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Bandini and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bandini half committed to a counter leg kick.
Ali lands a leg kick that knocks Bandini off balance momentarily.
Nice defenses there by Bandini.
Bandini takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Ali is looking to slow Bandini down with leg kicks. #CL#
Bandini closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #T3#
Ali throws a punch but it's blocked by Bandini.
Ali misses with a punch on the inside.
#BC#
Bandini manages to break the clinch.
Bandini is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Bandini lands with a cross.
Bandini lands with a shot to the body.
Bandini jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Bandini takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Ali blocks a low kick nicely.
Ali throws out a loose jab but Bandini uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bandini throws a series of punches but Ali avoids them all with ease.
Some bone on bone action there as Ali checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Nice uppercut lands for Ali. That snapped Bandini's head back.
Ali takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Ali throws an overhand right that lands on Bandini's shoulder, as Bandini tries to avoid the shot.
Ali throws a nice inside leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bandini sizes up Ali with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bandini looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ali only half commits to the counter leg kick.
A punch combination from Bandini misses.
Bandini pushes forward with a 1-2 combination that forces Ali back to the cage. Bandini follows up with a solid lead hook to the liver.
Bandini throws a looping overhand right but Ali ducks down to avoid it.
Bandini takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Ali tries to land a front kick but Bandini steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.#T4#
Bandini moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Bandini is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Ali sizes up Bandini with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Ali connects with a single shot there.
Bandini moves out of range of the body kick.
Some bone on bone action there as Bandini checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Ali buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Ali bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bandini's head.
A nice leg kick lands there from Ali.
Ali fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bandini manages to avoid it.
Bandini will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bandini avoids the body shot from Ali.
Bandini misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bandini checks a low kick from Ali.
Ali throws a nice inside leg kick.
Ali throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
The crowd are going absolutely nuts as the round comes to an end - what a fantastic round of action!
Ali is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bandini.
Ali ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bandini moves away.
Bandini cracks Ali with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bandini throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bandini uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ali.
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 Mac Bandini will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Ali just misses with a punch to the body.
A jab from Ali misses.
The fighters circling - Bandini throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bandini avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bandini lands a jab to the head.
Ali scores with the left hand. Bandini knows he should have avoided that one.
Ali scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Bandini throws a low kick but Ali moves out of range easily.
Ali lands with a straight right. Bandini didn't see that one coming.
Ali scores with a nice right hand.
Bandini tries to bum rush Ali with a series of wild strikes but Ali uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bandini throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ali throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Ali ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bandini moves away.
Bandini looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ali misses with a straight left.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A punch lands to the side of Ali 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Some bone on bone action there as Bandini checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Bandini throws the kick towards the body but Ali avoids it.
Ali throws out a powerful jab.
Nice defenses there by Bandini.
Ali lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Ali looks to throw the jab but Bandini is out of range. #T1#
Ali misses the shot to the body.
Sarfraz Ali seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bandini checks the leg kick.
Ali scores with a body shot.
Good work by Bandini as he checks the leg kick.
An inside leg kick lands from Ali.
Ali misses with a body shot.
Bandini bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Ali's head.
Bandini lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Bandini with a nice calf kick.
Jab, jab by Ali - just one landing.
Ali tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bandini was well out of range. Poor timing from Ali.
Ali connects with a right hand. Bandini shakes it off.
Ali scores with a shot to the body.
Bandini checks a low kick from Ali.
Ali's corner calls for a 1-2. Ali obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bandini avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ali looks to land a right hand but Bandini moved out of range.
Bandini tries to clinch but Ali is having none of it.
Bandini tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ali manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Some wild striking there from Bandini.
#T2#
Ali throws a leg kick that misses.
Ali defending well as Bandini loads up on a big left hand.
Ali digs a good hook to Bandini's body.
Ali looks to score with a jab to the body but Bandini is just out of range.
Bandini pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Ali lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bandini at a distance.
Ali uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bandini.
Some bone on bone action there as Bandini checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Ali has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bandini finds it's way round the side to connect with Ali's head.
Ali scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
That kick from Ali tenderised Bandini's leg. Bandini is trying to keep his angry face on.
Ali swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A jab from Ali does it's job there.
Ali swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bandini throws a right and a left that Ali avoids nicely.
Bandini throws a hook but Ali avoids it easily.
Ali waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bandini.
Ali blocks a jab.
Bandini on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Ali scores with a jab. Bandini acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Nice uppercut there from Ali.
Bandini staying out of range there.#T3#
A nice inside leg kick there by Bandini. That's going to slow Ali down.
Bandini tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bandini misses with a two punch combination.
Ali throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Ali with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Bandini takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Bandini sizes up Ali with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bandini looks to land a right hand but Ali moved out of range.
Ali scores with a jab to the body.
Bandini tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Ali manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A swing and a miss from Bandini.
Ali with a hook.
Ali moves out of range of the body kick from Bandini.
Ali lands with a shot to the body.
Ali cracks a nice hook into Bandini's ribs.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ali 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.
Ali throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ali uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bandini.
Ali lands the left hand.
Nice uppercut there from Ali.
Bandini tries for a takedown but Ali sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#T4#
Ali fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Bandini checks it well.
Ali misses with a hook. Bandini ducked under it nicely.
Ali has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Bandini fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Ali throws a front kick aimed at Bandini's knee but Bandini avoids it well.
Bandini will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Bandini uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ali.
Bandini takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Ali looks to land a body kick but Bandini moved away.
Ali changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Ali misses with a wild body shot.
Bandini throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bandini tests Ali's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bandini fails with an attempt to clinch.
Ali tries a quick counter leg kick but Bandini is wise to it.
Bandini ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A jab from Bandini misses.
A little jabbing left from Ali on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bandini takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Ali misses with a looping right.
Ali jabs Bandini to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Ali throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
A little feinted left hand from Bandini on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bandini throws a sloppy head kick and Ali moves out of range easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Sarfraz Ali 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#
Ali digs a good hook to Bandini's body.
Ali misses the jab.
Bandini takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bandini throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ali has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Ali throws a leg kick but Bandini sees it coming and moves out of range.
Bandini looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Ali connects with a body shot.
A jab lands there for Bandini.
Ali moves away from the strike by Bandini.
Ali checks a low kick from Bandini.
Ali avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ali scores with a nice right hand.
Ali lands a really nice looking cross but Bandini seems unphased.
Ali scores with a jab to the jaw.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bandini misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Ali tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bandini was well out of range. Poor timing from Ali.
Bandini went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Ali throws a shot from downtown. Bandini moves away and avoids it.
A leg kick checked by Bandini.
Bandini misses with an uppercut. Ali saw that one coming.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bandini darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Ali checks the leg kick.#T1#
Bandini tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Ali swivels and escapes.
Ali lands a nice hook to Bandini's body. Bandini takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
A good leg kick by Ali.
Ali scores with a nice strike.
Ali ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bandini moves away.#CL#
Bandini clinches with his opponent.
Ali tries a body shot but Bandini blocks it.
#BC2#
Ali breaks from the clinch.
Bandini lands a jab to the head.
Bandini uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ali.
A nice leg kick from Ali, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ali fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bandini looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Ali chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Ali dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Bandini. That did some damage!
Ali takes one on the button.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ali swats away the attempt to clinch by Bandini.
Bandini's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Bandini duly obliges.
Bandini slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Ali tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bandini is able to avoid easily.#T2#
Ali lands a head shot.
Ali throws a body shot but no joy.
Bandini slips a straight right by Ali.
Bandini throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Bandini takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Ali misses with a hook. Bandini ducked under it nicely.
Bandini lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Ali circles away quickly and effectively.
A low kick lands for Bandini.
Ali jabs at Bandini's body.
Ali cracks Bandini with a right hand to the side of the head.
Ali waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bandini.
Ali avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bandini on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Bandini moves away from the strike by Ali.
Bandini lands a jab to the head.
Bandini loads up on a big right hand but Ali slips the punch.
Bandini throws a lazy right hand but Ali sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bandini takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bandini shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Ali misses with a straight left.
Nice uppercut there from Bandini.#T3#
Nice defenses there by Ali.
Ali throws a jab but it's blocked by Bandini.
Ali pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
A left lands for Ali.
Ali throws the kick towards the body but Bandini avoids it.
Ali moves out of range of the strikes.
It seemed like Ali was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
A swing and a miss from Ali.
Bandini throws out a loose jab but Ali uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ali ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ali fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bandini manages to avoid it.
Ali bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Ali lands a lovely overhand right.
Ali blocks a jab.
Ali on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Bandini has a takedown stuffed.
Bandini throws a jab but it's blocked by Ali.
Ali with a nice cross.
Ali is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bandini.
Ali misses with a leg kick. #T4#
Bandini tests Ali's chin there with a solid looking shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bandini misses with a looping right.
Bandini swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
A nice side step and Ali releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bandini misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Ali.
Bandini misses with a straight right.
Ali fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bandini has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Ali connects with an inside leg kick.
Bandini tries to clinch but Ali moves out of range.
Decent striking displayed by Ali there.
Donk. Bandini catches Ali right on the button with a cross.
Ali is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bandini.
Bandini misses with a hook. Ali ducked under it nicely.
Ali throws a front kick aimed at Bandini's knee but Bandini avoids it well.
Bandini was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bandini tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Bandini checks a leg kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bandini ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Ali cracks Bandini with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Ali showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bandini.
A big right from Ali misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sarfraz Ali comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Ali 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 Yukihiro Yamamoto scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 28:30
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sarfraz Ali!
Sarfraz Ali seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
SYN 842 Bathory vs. Egyptian 2
Date: Oct 17, 2021 |
#R1#
Bandini avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Gracie avoids it with no problem.
Bandini lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Bandini connects with an inside leg kick.
A big right from Gracie misses.
Gracie throws a hook but Bandini blocks it.
Gracie attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Bandini lands with a nice body punch.
Gracie tries to bum rush Bandini with a series of wild strikes but Bandini uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bandini throws a hook but Gracie blocks it.
Gracie lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
Gracie takes a kick to the side of the head.
Gracie slips a jab from Bandini.
Bandini is looking to score with low kicks.
A jab from Bandini finds it's way through Gracie's defenses.
Bandini misses with a body shot.
Gracie takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Gracie lands with a cross.
Bandini checks a leg kick.
Bandini takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.#T1#
Bandini connects with a right hand. Gracie shakes it off.
Bandini connects with a looping right hand.
Bandini misses with a hook.
Bandini buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bandini throws an overhand right that lands on Gracie's shoulder, as Gracie tries to avoid the shot.
Bandini lands with an uppercut that bounces Gracie off the cage and back into range.
Gracie definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
Bandini drives through and clinches with Gracie against the cage.
The referee calls for Gracie to work.
Gracie scores with a nice hook to the head.
Bandini wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Gracie pushes Bandini back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Bandini is trying to break the clinch but Gracie is controlling him.
Gracie lands a nice uppercut.
Bandini is trying to push Gracie away but Gracie has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Bandini wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Gracie swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T2##TD2#
Bandini pulls Gracie into guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bandini wants to stand but Gracie is controlling the position.
Gracie throwing strikes but missing.
Gracie throws a strike but Bandini rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVB#
Bandini wants to stand but Gracie has a closed guard, so he can't escape. #SU2#
Bandini gets to his feet. Gracie looking to butt scoot but the ref puts an end to that. On your feet son!
Mac Bandini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Gracie throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bandini is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Bandini throws a right hand that misses
#CL#
and Gracie counters by moving into the clinch.
Bandini blocking some punches.
Gracie tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Bandini just stands there and leans against the cage.
Come on Gracie - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
#T3##BC2#
Bandini breaks from the clinch.
Bandini misses with an uppercut
letting Gracie counter with a right hand.
Bandini slips under a jab from Gracie.
Bandini shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Gracie drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bandini sprawls and moves away.
Gracie takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Gracie moves out of range as Bandini strikes.
Bandini throws a head kick but Gracie moves out of range.
Bandini thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bandini misses with a two punch combination.
Gracie takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Bandini connects with a good right hand that stumbles Gracie. Gracie circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Gracie keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bandini ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gracie moves away.
Gracie ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.
Bandini lands a jab to the head.
#T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bandini misses with a left hand
and Gracie makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
The fighters circling - Bandini throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Gracie tried to counter with a leg kick but Bandini avoided it.
Bandini throws a jab when Gracie was well out of range.
Bandini pivots, looking for a leg kick but Gracie is out of range and Bandini settles back down.
Bandini throws a lazy right hand but Gracie sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Gracie misses with a wild body shot.
Bandini throws a hook but Gracie blocks it.
Gracie appears to be looking for a big counter.
Bandini throws a jab but it's blocked by Gracie.
Bandini stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Bandini scores with a jab.
Gracie misses with a two punch combination.
Gracie pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Gracie takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Gracie missing with a left hand there. Bandini was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bandini lands a nice looking kick to the body. Gracie takes a step back to recover.
Bandini with a jab.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Gracie throws a leg kick that misses.
Gracie misses with a looping right.
Gracie with the inside leg kick.
Bandini cracks Gracie with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bandini has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bandini loads up on a big right hand but Gracie slips the punch.
Nice body kick from Bandini.
Bandini throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Gracie tries for a takedown but Bandini sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Bandini scores with a jab to the jaw.
Bandini scores with a nice strike.
Good leg kick by Bandini.
Bandini connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Gracie looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Gracie walks into a straight right hand from Bandini.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bandini throws a quick inside leg kick.
A good leg kick by Bandini.
Gracie takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
#T1#
Gracie ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.
Gracie pivots, looking for a leg kick but Bandini is out of range and Gracie settles back down.
Gracie looks to land a left hand but Bandini moved out of range nicely.
Bandini uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gracie.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bandini scores with a shot to the body.
#CL#
Gracie darts in and clinches Bandini up against the cage.
Gracie blocking some punches.
A hook to the body from Gracie.
Both fighters working to control the clinch. #BC2#
Bandini breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bandini lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Gracie throws a shot from downtown. Bandini moves away and avoids it.
Bandini throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
A counter left hand to the body from Gracie misses its target.
Gracie motions for Bandini to come forward. Gracie throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
A slow jab from Bandini misses its intended target.
Bandini misses with a shot to the body
and Gracie counters with a stiff right hand. #T2#
A jab from Bandini misses.
The crowd cheers as Gracie lands an impressive looking overhand right. Bandini doesn't seem phased though.
Gracie has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Gracie there as he acknowledges the shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Gracie is defended easily by Bandini.
Gracie walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bandini throws a leg kick which misses Gracie's front leg but catches the back leg as Gracie tries to avoid it.
A jab from Bandini misses.
Bandini waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gracie.
Bandini throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Bandini listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Gracie's corner calls for a 1-2. Gracie obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #T3#
Bandini scores with a jab to the jaw.
Gracie shoots in for a takedown but Bandini shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mateus Gracie. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gracie lands a leg kick that knocks Bandini off balance momentarily.
Bandini is looking to clinch. #CL2#
Bandini moves into the clinch successfully.
#BC2#
Bandini pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Gracie keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bandini.
Gracie appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A big right from Bandini misses.
Bandini lands with a shot to the body.
Bandini uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gracie.
Bandini throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and Gracie counters with a shoot takedown. Bandini fights it but they end up in guard.
Gracie wants to control from the top but Bandini keeps moving.
Gracie might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Gracie is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #T4#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gracie tries to free his leg and advance position but Bandini is retaining full guard.
Bandini trying to control the position here.
Gracie won't allow Bandini to get back to his feet.
Gracie scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
Gracie wants to pass the guard but Bandini is keeping the position.
Gracie in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Gracie trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Gracie stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bandini swivels though and keeps the full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Gracie is looking to clinch but Bandini is avoiding it.
Bandini throws a solid leg kick but Gracie takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Bandini.
A punch combination from Bandini misses.
Bandini moves out of range of the strikes.
Bandini dodges the punch combination from Gracie.
Bandini finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Gracie slips under a jab from Bandini.
A little feinted left hand from Gracie on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.#TD#
Gracie shoots in and bounces Bandini off the cage to secure the takedown into guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gracie not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie advances to half guard. #T1#
Gracie is trying to control the action in half guard but Bandini is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Gracie keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Gracie stops Bandini from getting back to his feet.
Gracie 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.
Gracie stalling.
Gracie with the ground and pound but Bandini uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Gracie prevents Bandini from getting back to his feet.
Gracie content to stall in guard here.
Bandini wants to stand but Gracie is controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Mateus Gracie has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Gracie uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bandini.
Gracie motions for Bandini to come forward. Gracie throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bandini tries a low kick but Gracie avoids it.
Gracie walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Bandini checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Bandini looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Bandini throws a poor cross that misses
and Gracie counters with a leg kick.
Bandini connects with the punch.
A swing and a miss from Gracie.
Gracie misses with a looping left.
Gracie is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Bandini misses with a looping left.
Gracie swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Gracie moves out of range as Bandini throws a body kick.
Gracie throwing a counter right hand but Bandini manages to avoid it.
Bandini throws a quick inside leg kick. #T3#
A punch combination from Bandini misses.
Bandini misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bandini tries to clinch there but Gracie circles away.
#TD#
Gracie shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Gracie showed some decent athleticism there.
Bandini is trying to stand back up but Gracie is controlling him
Gracie throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Gracie throwing shots but Bandini is blocking nicely.
Gracie working Bandini over with strikes. #SUB#
Gracie is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T4##SUB#
Gracie seems to be working for a kimura but Bandini defends the submission attempt.
Mac Bandini is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bandini is refusing to be controlled, as Gracie sits in half guard.
Bandini avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Gracie.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bandini avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Gracie.
Bandini wants to control but Gracie is keeping busy.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mateus Gracie showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bandini has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 28:29
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mac Bandini!
Our winner, Mac Bandini, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans. |
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SYN 827 Peterson vs. Sector
Date: Aug 28, 2021 |
#R1#
Bandini tests Gorge's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bandini misses with a wild combination.
Gorge flicks out a counter leg kick but Bandini steps away.
Bandini throws a poor cross that misses
and Gorge counters with a good, hard body kick but Bandini shrugs it off.
Bandini thuds a left hand into Gorge's body.
Bandini slips a jab from Gorge.
Bandini misses with a low kick.
Gorge doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bandini is trying hard to land a takedown here. Gorge sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Bandini takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Gorge misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bandini.
Bandini throws a right hand that misses
and Gorge makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Bandini takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Gorge misses with a body shot.
Gorge connects with an inside leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bandini throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bandini misses with a jab, cross combination.
Gorge slips a jab from Bandini.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bandini.
Gorge keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
#T1#
Bandini loads up on a big right hand but Gorge slips the punch.
A jab from Gorge does it's job there.
Gorge checks a leg kick nicely.
Gorge throws a jab when Bandini was well out of range.
Bandini tries to close the distance and clinch but Gorge swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bandini connects with a right hand. Gorge shakes it off.
Bandini has his takedown stuffed
and Gorge cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Gorge loads up on a big right hand but Bandini slips the punch.
Mac Bandini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gorge. Bandini does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gorge swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Bandini misses with a straight right. #CL#
Bandini clinches up with Gorge and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Gorge breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Gorge thuds a left hand into Bandini's body.
Bandini throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Gorge's waist but Gorge gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Bandini off to one side.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mac Bandini. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bandini throws a body punch but Gorge moves out of range.
Gorge blocks a jab.#T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bandini misses with a few strikes there.
Tempe Gorge is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
A head kick misses from Gorge.
Bandini throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Gorge feints a counter leg kick.
Gorge chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bandini can pounce on him.
Gorge ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.
Bandini misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gorge.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Bandini.
Gorge tries a quick counter leg kick but Bandini is wise to it.
Gorge fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Gorge loads up on a big right hand but Bandini slips the punch.
Gorge tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bandini was well out of range. Poor timing from Gorge.
A left and a right from Gorge both land. Nice combination.
Gorge lands a nice looking body kick.
Gorge dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Gorge ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bandini moves away.
Bandini slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T3#
Gorge scores with a jab to the body.#TD#
Bandini closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Gorge sneaks out the side door and pushes Bandini away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.
Gorge drops his hands momentarily and Bandini takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Gorge misses with a body kick.
As Gorge backs away, Bandini returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Gorge circles away from the clinch attempt
and Gorge counters with a leg kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bandini misses with a hook
and Gorge counters with a nice uppercut.
No joy there for Gorge, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Nice defenses there by Bandini.#CL#
Bandini gets a clinch.
Bandini tries to break the clinch but Gorge is controlling the position.
Bandini misses with some punches.
I was talking to Bandini's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Gorge misses with a short punch on the inside. #BC#
Bandini escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T4#
Bandini scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Bandini throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Gorge misses the shot to the body.
A big left from Bandini misses.
Gorge throws a body shot but no joy.
Gorge lands with a straight right. Bandini didn't see that one coming.
Gorge takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Bandini misses with a hook. Gorge ducked under it nicely.
Bandini missing with a left hand there. Gorge was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Gorge takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Bandini throws a shot to the body.
Bandini lunges at Gorge with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Gorge's hand.
Gorge dodges the punch combination from Bandini.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bandini changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Gorge tries to avoid it but Bandini manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Gorge to the ground. Gorge escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Bandini throws a push kick but Gorge slaps the foot to one side.
Gorge avoids a punch combination nicely.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Tempe Gorge will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Gorge lands a nice hook to Bandini's body. Bandini takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Gorge swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
Gorge steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Gorge scores with a leg kick.
Bandini throws a body punch but Gorge moves out of range.
Bandini listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#TD#
Bandini looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Gorge!#SUB#
Bandini thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Gorge tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gorge is still trying to improve position.
Gorge sneaks back into half guard.#T1#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Bandini tries to pass the half guard into mount. Gorge knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Gorge trying to hold on to Bandini's head to control him but Bandini postures up.
Gorge wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Bandini is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gorge sees it coming and defends easily.
Gorge is staying active underneath Bandini, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Gorge trying to control from the bottom.
Gorge regains full guard. Nicely done.
Gorge wants to sweep here but Bandini controlling him for the moment.
Gorge is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Bandini working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Bandini tries to free his leg and advance position but Gorge is retaining full guard.
Gorge tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bandini trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Bandini trying to control the position from guard on top but Gorge is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bandini throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Gorge works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Our spies down at at The Scrap Squad inform us that Gorge has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Gorge has control of Bandini's left arm, preventing Bandini from doing any damage. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Bandini works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bandini has a takedown stuffed.
Gorge throws a hook but Bandini avoids it easily.
Gorge tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Bandini takes a swing at Gorge's ribcage but misses.
Gorge checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#T3#
Bandini shoots in for a takedown but Gorge shows good takedown defense.
Gorge moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Bandini throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Gorge on the side of the head.
Gorge uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Gorge thinks about the counter body kick.
Gorge misses with a body shot.
Gorge scores with a head kick.
Bandini fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bandini catches Gorge with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Gorge waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bandini.
Gorge lands with a shot to the body.
A jab from Bandini misses.
Bandini misses the jab.
Bandini throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bandini scores with a jab to the body.
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!
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Gorge.
A cross from Bandini lands.#T4#
Gorge looks for the body kick but Bandini saw that one coming.
Bandini wants to clinch up but Gorge keeps it at a distance.
Gorge drops his hands momentarily and Bandini takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Gorge lands a slapping body shot.
Gorge lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
A looping hook to the body misses from Bandini. Gorge does a little dance to reset his feet.
Gorge jabs Bandini to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Gorge moves away from the strike by Bandini.
Gorge looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Gorge lands a nice looking body shot.
Bandini misses with a series of wild punches.
Gorge stuffs the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mac Bandini. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gorge scores with a hook.
Bandini uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gorge.
Bandini goes for a double leg but Gorge avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Gorge continues to drive forward.
A little jabbing left from Gorge on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bandini tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Gorge just stands there and leans against the cage.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Tempe Gorge will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Bandini gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
An inside leg kick lands from Bandini.
Bandini scores with a hook to the body. Gorge takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Gorge lunges at Bandini with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Bandini's hand.
The fight stays on the outside here - Bandini looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Gorge fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Bandini swings widly with a right hand
and Gorge counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bandini throws a looping overhand right but Gorge ducks down to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini throws a solid leg kick but Gorge takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Bandini.
Bandini takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Bandini keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Gorge misses with an uppercut.
A big right from Gorge misses.
Gorge blocks a leg kick.#T1#
Bandini slips a straight right by Gorge.
Gorge uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bandini.
Bandini closes this distance looking for a takedown but Gorge circles away.
Gorge slips a straight right by Bandini.
Bandini misses with a series of wild punches.
Bandini takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bandini fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Gorge is out of range.
Bandini throws a shot from downtown. Gorge moves away and avoids it.
Gorge doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Gorge throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bandini sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bandini lands with a hook. Gorge tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Bandini scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A combination from Gorge does no damage.
Bandini swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Gorge scores with a jab. Bandini acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bandini throws a wild combination but nothing lands. #T2#
Gorge keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Gorge looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Gorge clobbers Bandini with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
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!
Bandini misses with a straight right.
Gorge misses with a double jab.
#CL#
Bandini has Gorge up against the cage in a clinch.
#BC#
Bandini breaks from the clinch.
Tempe Gorge seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bandini lands a nice hook to Gorge's body. Gorge takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Gorge looks for the body kick but Bandini saw that one coming.
Gorge misses the jab.
Bandini misses with an uppercut
enabling Gorge to counter with a crisp jab.
Bandini scores with a jab.
Gorge scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
A jab lands there for Bandini.
Gorge scores with a jab. Bandini acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T3##CL#
Bandini moves into the clinch successfully.
Gorge lands a damaging elbow.
Bandini wants to break the clinch but can't.
Gorge has Bandini pressed against the cage, preventing Bandini from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC2#
Gorge breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Gorge thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bandini misses with a lunging right hand
and Gorge counters with a one-two to the body. #ROC2#Bandini is rocked!
No luck with that takedown attempt from Bandini.
Tempe Gorge is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Oh Bandini is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bandini throws a hook but Gorge avoids it easily.
Bandini seems to have got his legs back now.
Bandini throws the left hand but Gorge avoids the punch easily.
Gorge misses with a hook.
The crowd cheers as Bandini lands an impressive looking overhand right. Gorge doesn't seem phased though.
Gorge takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Gorge misses with a head kick.
Gorge changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
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!
Gorge throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T4#
Gorge turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Gorge throws a big shot that misses.
Bandini takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Bandini throws a lazy right hand but Gorge sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bandini tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Gorge manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bandini tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Gorge swivels and escapes.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mac Bandini. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gorge gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Mac Bandini has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Gorge misses with a hook. Bandini ducked under it nicely.
A telegraphed right hand from Gorge misses the target.
Gorge leaves Bandini with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Bandini looks to throw the jab but Gorge is out of range.
Gorge misses with a double jab.
A chopping leg kick lands by Gorge.
Bandini scores with a one two! Gorge had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tempe Gorge comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Gorge 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 Yasuomi Hirokawa scores the fight 28:29
Judge Shigeki Sano scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tempe Gorge!
In his post fight interview, Tempe Gorge started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
SYN 815 Zulu vs. Kerr III
Date: Jul 17, 2021 |
#R1#
Fortythree cracks Bandini with an open hand slap.
Fortythree throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bandini with a nice cross.
Fortythree takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Bandini throws a leg kick which misses Fortythree's front leg but catches the back leg as Fortythree tries to avoid it.
Fortythree uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bandini.
It looked like Fortythree wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Fortythree takes a swing at Bandini's ribcage but misses.
Bandini looks to score with a jab to the body but Fortythree is just out of range.
Bandini throws the left hand but Fortythree avoids the punch easily.
Bandini thumps Fortythree with a low kick.
Bandini pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bandini throws a shot from downtown. Fortythree moves away and avoids it.
An attempted straight right counter from Fortythree misses the target.
Fortythree is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bandini.
Bandini connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Bandini ducks under a wild hook from Fortythree.
Fortythree stuffs the takedown.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bandini with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Bandini misses with a few strikes there.
Fortythree lands with a cross.
A slow jab from Fortythree misses its intended target.
Bandini tries to clinch but Fortythree moves out of range. #T1#
Bandini fails with an attempt to clinch.
Fortythree lands a nice shot to the body.
One Fortythree is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Fortythree slips under a jab from Bandini.
Fortythree wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Fortythree lands a glancing blow to the side of Bandini's head.
Bandini uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Fortythree.
As Fortythree backs off Bandini throws a huge counter combo but Fortythree manages to avoid it all.
Fortythree misses with a wild body shot.
Fortythree swings for the body but Bandini moves out of range.
Bandini looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Good work by Fortythree as he checks the leg kick.
Fortythree was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#CL2#
Bandini instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Bandini pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Fortythree misses the jab.
Fortythree has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Canucks Combat Club in the buildup to the fight.
Bandini throws an overhand right that lands on Fortythree's shoulder, as Fortythree tries to avoid the shot.
Fortythree jabs at Bandini's body.#CL#
Fortythree closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Fortythree lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bandini backwards.
Bandini is trying to break the clinch but Fortythree is controlling him.
Fortythree working aggressively here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fortythree lands with a right to the head.
Fortythree swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T2##BC2#
Bandini's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Fortythree takes one to the side of the head.
Bandini dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Fortythree. That did some damage!
Mac Bandini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bandini throws a lazy right hand but Fortythree sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bandini avoids the body shot from Fortythree.
Fortythree moves out of range of the strikes.
Bandini throws a good cross that connects.
Bandini jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Fortythree cracks Bandini with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Fortythree moves away from the strike by Bandini.
Fortythree throws an overhand right that lands on Bandini's shoulder, as Bandini tries to avoid the shot.
Bandini fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Bandini throws a body shot but no joy.
Good shot there by Bandini.
Bandini slips a jab from Fortythree.
Fortythree throws an overhand right that lands on Bandini's shoulder, as Bandini tries to avoid the shot.
Bandini shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
One Fortythree has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mac Bandini.#T3#
Fortythree slips under a jab.
Bandini is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Fortythree.
A jab from Bandini misses.
Bandini swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bandini throws a low kick but it's checked well by Fortythree.
Fortythree just misses with a punch to the body.
Fortythree misses with a hook. Bandini ducked under it nicely.
Fortythree keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Fortythree moves away from the strike by Bandini.
Fortythree throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bandini sees it coming and avoids it easily.#CL#
Fortythree closes the distance and clinches.
Fortythree can't find room to land a body shot as Bandini controls the action.
Bandini is trying to break the clinch but Fortythree has him pressed against the cage.
Fortythree cracks Bandini with a nice body shot.
Bandini is trying to break the clinch but Fortythree is controlling him.
Fortythree throws a head punch that misses.
Bandini tries to circle away but Fortythree has him pinned against the cage.
Fortythree gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Bandini.
Fortythree tries to work over Bandini's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target. #T4##BC2#
Bandini breaks from the clinch.
Bandini avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Some wild striking there from Bandini.
Fortythree throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Fortythree tries to clinch up but Bandini circles away and keeps his distance.
Good standup being displayed there by Bandini as he connects with a hook.
Fortythree misses with an uppercut.
Fortythree avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Fortythree on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Fortythree takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Bandini lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bandini scores with a sloppy right hand. Fortythree should have avoided that one.
Fortythree wants to clinch up but Bandini keeps it at a distance.
Bandini slips under a jab.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Fortythree swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Bandini.
Bandini throws out a loose jab but Fortythree uses good head movement to avoid it.
A counter left hand to the body from Fortythree misses its target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Mac Bandini will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
A big right from Bandini misses.
Bandini scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Fortythree with a jab.
Good standup being displayed there by Bandini as he connects with a hook.#TD2#
Bandini scores with a takedown into Fortythree's guard.#SUB2#
Bandini is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Fortythree is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Fortythree has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
Fortythree won't allow Bandini to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Bandini has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Fortythree can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Bandini looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Fortythree has picked Bandini up and slammed him! Bandini can't keep hold of the triangle and Fortythree manages to pass to side control!
Fortythree wants to stand but Bandini has his arm trapped. #T1#
Bandini throws a couple of punches but he's in a bad position and they don't land.
Fortythree controlling the position.
Bandini is trying to get back to half guard.
Bandini seems a little lost for a moment, as Fortythree dominates the positioning.
Fortythree working away.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bandini tries to improve position but can't.
Fortythree controlling from side mount.
Bandini is trying to improve his position.
Bandini prevents Fortythree from improving position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bandini manages to get back to half guard.
Bandini moves into full guard.
Fortythree wants to pass the guard but Bandini is keeping the position.
Bandini working a defensive guard here.
#T3#
Bandini working a defensive guard but Fortythree passes into half guard.
Bandini flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Bandini missing with punches from the bottom.
Bandini moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Bandini looking for a triangle here. Fortythree is fighting it but it looks tight! Bandini pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Fortythree is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:50 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Mac Bandini!
A victorious Mac Bandini 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:
ALPHA-1: Chaos
Date: May 22, 2021 |
#R1#
Fortay stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Fortay thows a left - swing and a miss!
Fortay has been working on his boxing with his coaches at The Grind in the buildup to the fight.
Bandini keeps the fight on the outside.
A slow jab from Bandini misses its intended target.
Fortay swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.#CL#
Fortay has closed the distance and engaged Bandini in a clinch.
A shot in the inside from Fortay.
Bandini has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bandini.
Bandini wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Fortay has him pressed against the cage.
Fortay lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Bandini backwards.
Fortay gets through Bandini's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fortay is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Fortay misses with a punch to the body.
Bandini wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Fortay has him pressed against the cage.
Fortay lands an uppercut.
Bandini working hard to break the clinch.
Bandini wants to break free but Fortay has control.
Fortay lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A nice left hand lands by Fortay.
A short uppercut from Fortay.
Fortay tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Bandini avoids it.
A left hand lands to the body for Fortay.
Fortay tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bandini's elbow.
A frustrated look appears on Bandini's face as he tries to break the clinch. #T1##BC2#
Bandini manages to break the clinch.
Fortay throws a sloppy head kick
and Bandini counters with a straight right hand.
Bandini misses with a looping right.
Fortay throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Bandini.
No joy there for Bandini, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bandini throws a jab but it's blocked by Fortay.
Bandini avoids the body shot from Fortay.
Fortay throws a lazy right hand but Bandini sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
An inside leg kick from Fortay misses.
Fortay throws a body shot but no joy.
Fortay with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Fortay fails with an attempt to clinch.
Fortay takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Bandini bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bandini throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#CL#
and Fortay counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Fortay.
A shot in the inside from Fortay.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Fortay makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Bandini is trying to break the clinch but Fortay is controlling him.
Fortay misses with a hook to the ribs.
Fortay cracks Bandini with a nice body shot.
Bandini wants to break the clinch but can't.
#T2#
Bandini can't break the clinch.
Bandini is trying to break the clinch but Fortay has him pressed against the cage.
Fortay working aggressively here.
A right handed body shot lands from Fortay.
Fortay unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Bandini looks winded!
Fortay lands a shoulder strike.
Bandini can't break the clinch.
A right hook to the body lands for Fortay.
Fortay keeps control of Bandini as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Knees in the clinch landing for Fortay.
Fortay utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.
Fortay scores with a shot to the side of Bandini's head.
Fortay lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bandini taking a breather.
Fortay keeps control of Bandini as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Fortay crunches a lovely knee into Bandini's ribcage.
Fortay lands with a left to the head.
Nice body punch from Fortay.
A nice right hand lands inside from Fortay.
A short left from Fortay.
Fortay with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head. #T3#
Knees to the body from Fortay.
Fortay lands a nice knee to the body.
A short right from Fortay.
Bandini's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Fortay lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Bandini or not.
Knees to the body from Fortay.
Knees in the clinch landing for Fortay.
Fortay lands with a light punch inside.
Fortay lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
Fortay lands an uppercut.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bandini is trying to push Fortay away but Fortay has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Fortay throws a knee to the head but misses.
Fortay missing with knees to the body.
Fortay lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Bandini.
Fortay gets through Bandini's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Fortay lands an uppercut.
Fortay lands a hook to the side of the head.
Fortay working Bandini over with knees to the body.
Nice body punch from Fortay - that landed with a thud.
Fortay landing knees to the head.
#T4#
Fortay misses with a knee strike.
Fortay lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Fortay lands with a short shot to the head.
Bandini managing to block the knees to the body from Fortay.
Bandini has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Bandini wants to break free but Fortay has control.
Fortay keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Bandini's efforts to push away.
Bandini is trying to push Fortay away but Fortay has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Bandini wants to break free but Fortay has control.
A frustrated look appears on Bandini's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Bandini tries to circle away but Fortay has him pinned against the cage.
A short body shot lands from Fortay as the two fighters clinch.
Fortay lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fortay misses with a body punch.
A left hand lands to the body for Fortay.
A left hand lands to the body for Fortay.
Bandini is trying to break the clinch but Fortay is controlling him.
Fortay pushes Bandini back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Fortay unloads a knee to the mid-section.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tree Fortay dominated that round.
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#
Bandini takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bandini moves out of range as Fortay strikes.
Nice cross by Fortay.
Fortay is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bandini can do to turn this around?
Bandini looks to throw the jab but Fortay is out of range.
A decent looking cross lands there for Fortay.
Fortay tries to clinch up but Bandini circles away and keeps his distance.#CL#
Fortay clinches up with Bandini and pushes him back against the cage.
Fortay is working Bandini over against the cage.
Fortay has Bandini pressed against the cage, preventing Bandini from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Fortay lands a knee to the head.
Bandini on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Fortay misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Bandini.
A knee to the head by Fortay.
Bandini takes a knee to the side of the body.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Fortay is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
Fortay working Bandini over with knees to the body.
Fortay missing with knees to the body.
Bandini prevents a body shot from Fortay.
Knees in the clinch landing for Fortay.
Fortay lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Bandini is breathing heavily.
Bandini working hard to break the clinch.#T1#
Fortay landing knees to the body.
Fortay landing knees to the head.
#TD#
Fortay has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Bandini regains guard immediately.
Fortay slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Fortay is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Bandini knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Bandini pushes Fortay away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Fortay gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Bandini is trying to escape the position but Fortay is controlling the position. #SUB#
Fortay looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T2#
Bandini being controlled for a moment.
Bandini felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#SUB#
Fortay tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Fortay wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bandini keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Fortay goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Bandini rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Fortay's guard! Nice work there by Bandini! #T3#
Fortay trying to control the position here. #SUB#
Fortay looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Fortay has an active guard here but Bandini has managed to pass into half guard.
#SUB#
Bandini moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Fortay.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
You can see the frustration on Fortay's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SU2#
Bandini decides to stand back up. Bandini steps back and let's Fortay get back to his feet.
Fortay takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Bandini digs a good hook to Fortay's body.
Bandini chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Fortay can pounce on him.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Some wild striking there from Bandini.
Fortay throws a looping overhand right but Bandini ducks down to avoid it.
Fortay cracks Bandini with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Fortay wants to clinch.
Fortay moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tree Fortay dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Bandini uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Fortay has time to react.
A swing and a miss from Fortay.
Bandini tries to move into range but Fortay moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Fortay pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Fortay swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fortay throws a hook but Bandini avoids it easily.
Bandini throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Fortay.
Bandini lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.#CL#
Fortay closes the distance and clinches.
Fortay throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Tree Fortay has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Fortay unloads a knee to the mid-section.
Fortay crunches a lovely knee into Bandini's ribcage.
Fortay lands a nice knee to the body.
Fortay lands a good knee to the midsection. Bandini won't want to take too many of those.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Fortay lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Still in the clinch, Fortay scores with a nice short uppercut.
Bandini takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bandini tries to break free but Fortay pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
Bandini manages to break the clinch.
Bandini ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Fortay ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.#T1#
Bandini loads up on a big right hand but Fortay slips the punch.
Fortay blocks a jab.
Bandini with the inside leg kick.
Fortay throws a sloppy body shot
letting Bandini counter with a right hand.
Bandini gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Fortay.
Fortay fails in his attempt to clinch.
Fortay throws a body shot but no joy.
Fortay uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bandini.
Fortay misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bandini.
A jab from Fortay misses.
A swing and a miss from Bandini.
Bandini steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Fortay.
Bandini takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A swing and a miss from Fortay.
Fortay stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Bandini needs to keep his hands up - Fortay had a free shot at his head there.
Bandini keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bandini misses with a body shot.
Fortay displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bandini throws out the jab. #T2#
Bandini shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Fortay scores with a punch to the head.
Bandini ducks right into an uppercut from Fortay.
Fortay swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A bone on bone clash there as Fortay blocks the leg kick.
A slow jab from Fortay misses its intended target.
Fortay lands with an uppercut that bounces Bandini off the cage and back into range.
Fortay missing with a left hand there. Bandini was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Tree Fortay is winning the standup battle so far.
Bandini ducks under a wild hook from Fortay.
Bandini comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Fortay slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Bandini misses the jab.
Bandini on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Fortay. Fortay obviously looking to wear him down.
Bandini misses with a hook. Fortay ducked under it nicely.
Fortay throws a hook to the side of Bandini's head but Bandini sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Fortay misses with a low kick.
Bandini moves forwards but Fortay connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Bandini swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Fortay jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#T3#
Bandini thuds a left hand into Fortay's body.
Bandini misses with an uppercut
and Fortay counters with a nice kick to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Fortay. That snapped Bandini's head back.
Fortay uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bandini.
Bandini swats away the attempt to clinch by Fortay.
Fortay lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bandini at a distance.
Fortay looks to land a right hand but Bandini moved out of range.
Bandini appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A solid leg kick lands there for Fortay.
Fortay takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Bandini jabs Fortay right on the nose. Fortay blinks but takes it well.
Fortay looks to land a right hand but Bandini moved out of range.
Bandini throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bandini slips a straight right by Fortay.
Bandini misses with an uppercut. Fortay saw that one coming.
Bandini closes the distance and clinches up with Fortay, looking for a takedown. Bandini pushes Fortay against the cage but Fortay circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL2#
Bandini rushes Fortay and pushes him back against the cage in 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!
Bandini wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
#T4#
Fortay with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
Fortay crunches a lovely knee into Bandini's ribcage.#BC2#
Bandini breaks the clinch.
Bandini throws a body punch but Fortay moves out of range.
Fortay misses with a straight left.
Bandini wants to slow Fortay down by chopping away at his legs.
Bandini bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Fortay gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Fortay bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Fortay was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Mac Bandini has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bandini ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Fortay moves away.
Fortay looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Fortay throws a shot to the body.
Fortay lands a glancing blow to the side of Bandini's head.
Fortay throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Fortay thuds his right hand into Bandini's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bandini looks to throw the jab but Fortay is out of range. #CL#
Bandini gets tackled into the cage by Fortay. Fortay maintains the clinch.
Bandini wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Fortay tries to work over Bandini's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tree Fortay showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Fortay has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 30:27
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 30:27
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tree Fortay!
A victorious Tree Fortay 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: Rossi vs Peterson
Date: Apr 10, 2021 |
#R1#
Sasuke takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Bandini swings for the body but Sasuke moves out of range.
Bandini moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Sasuke throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Sasuke loads up on a big right hand but Bandini slips the punch.
Bandini steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Sasuke.
Bandini tries a head kick but it misses.
Bandini lands with an overhand left.
Sasuke defending well as Bandini loads up on a big left hand.
Bandini works over Sasuke's head and body with a nice combination.
Sasuke misses with a series of wild punches.
A jab from Sasuke misses.
Mac Bandini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sasuke takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sasuke uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Bandini swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Sasuke scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bandini throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Sasuke counters with a straight right hand.
Sasuke takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Bandini throws out a loose jab but Sasuke uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bandini misses with a few strikes there.
Sasuke throwing a counter right hand but Bandini manages to avoid it.
Bandini digs a good hook to Sasuke's body.
#T1#
Bandini throws a right and a left that both miss.
Sasuke was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bandini uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sasuke.
Bandini thumps Sasuke with a low kick.
The fighters circling - Bandini throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sasuke was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bandini throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Sasuke lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bandini fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sasuke manages to avoid it.
Bandini throws a big shot that misses.
A swing and a miss from Bandini.
Sasuke was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Sasuke misses with a wild body shot.
Sasuke throws a jab but it's blocked by Bandini.
A nice side step and Bandini releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Bandini's corner calls for a 1-2. Bandini obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Bandini bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Sasuke's head backwards.
Bandini throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bandini connects with an inside leg kick.
Bandini misses with a straight left.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sasuke throws a hook but Bandini avoids it easily.
A slow jab from Bandini misses its intended target. #CL2#
Bandini fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Sasuke, pushing him back against the cage.#T2##BC2#
Bandini escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bandini looks to land a combination but Sasuke avoids it well.
Bandini moves out of range as Sasuke strikes.
A lazy left from Bandini finds it's target.
Bandini misses with a hook
and Sasuke counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bandini takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Bandini throws a lazy right hand but Sasuke sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bandini cracks Sasuke with a good jab.
Bandini turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Sasuke takes one to the chin there.
Bandini scores with a nice head shot.
Bandini fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sasuke has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Bandini cracks Sasuke with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bandini slips a jab from Sasuke.
Bandini throws a hook to the side of Sasuke's head but Sasuke sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bandini throws out a loose jab but Sasuke uses good head movement to avoid it.
A jab from Bandini does it's job there.
Donk. Bandini catches Sasuke right on the button with a cross.
Bandini fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T3#
Sasuke walks into a straight right hand from Bandini.
Sasuke lands a glancing blow to the side of Bandini's head.
Bandini displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sasuke throws out the jab.
Bandini jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bandini throws a right and a left that Sasuke avoids nicely.
Sasuke avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bandini uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Sasuke blocks the body kick.
Sasuke uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bandini.
Sasuke uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bandini.
Sasuke takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Bandini scores with a three punch combo!
Bandini keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bandini comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Bandini lands a really nice looking cross but Sasuke seems unphased.
Sasuke lands a slapping body shot.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bandini darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Sasuke misses with a looping right.#T4#
Sasuke misses with a hook.
Bandini throws a series of punches but Sasuke moves out of range.
A punch combination from Sasuke misses.
Bandini tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Sasuke blocks a jab.
Sasuke appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Sasuke takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Bandini moves out of range as Sasuke strikes.
Sasuke takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Sasuke misses with an uppercut. Bandini saw that one coming.
Bandini digs a good hook to Sasuke's body.
Sasuke avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sasuke is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Bandini throws an off balance right hand
and Sasuke counters with a left to the body.
A swing and a miss from Sasuke.
Bandini uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sasuke.
Sasuke misses with a looping left.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
A cross from Bandini lands.
Bandini has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Bandini swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sasuke.
Bandini fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Sasuke has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Sasuke avoids a kick to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini dominated that round.
That's time! Sasuke's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Bandini thows a left - swing and a miss!
It looked like Sasuke wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Sasuke misses with an uppercut.
Bandini scores with a head kick.
Bandini pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sasuke looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bandini misses with a jab, cross combination.
Sasuke connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bandini momentarily.
Sasuke takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Bandini throws the left hand but Sasuke avoids the punch easily.
Sasuke takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Sasuke gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Sasuke tries to move into range but Bandini moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Sasuke takes a swing at Bandini's ribcage but misses.
Bandini misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bandini lands with a nice body punch.
Bandini throws a looping overhand right but Sasuke ducks down to avoid it.
Bandini throws a shot to the body.
A low kick lands for Bandini.
Bandini misses with a wild combination.
#T1#
Sasuke throws a jab when Bandini was well out of range.
Sasuke connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bandini lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Sasuke at a distance.
Bandini misses the shot to the body.
Sasuke swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Bandini swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sasuke.
Sasuke scores with a shot to the body.
Bandini throws a right hand that Sasuke ducks under and follows up with a left that Sasuke also avoids with ease.
Bandini fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sasuke manages to avoid it.
Bandini has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Bandini just misses with a punch to the body.
It looked like Sasuke wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bandini scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Sasuke doesn't seem bothered though.
Sasuke throws a hook but Bandini blocks it.
A punch lands to the side of Sasuke 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Bandini ducks under a wild hook from Sasuke.
Bandini throws a lazy right hand but Sasuke sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bandini on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sasuke is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bandini.
Sasuke takes one to the chin there.#T2#
Sasuke staying out of range there.
Sasuke misses with a wild body shot.
Bandini looks to land a combination but Sasuke avoids it well.
Bandini misses with a double jab.
Bandini throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
A quick step to the side and Sasuke tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bandini misses the shot to the body.
Sasuke ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bandini misses with a straight left.
Bandini throws a jab when Sasuke was well out of range.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Sasuke scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bandini does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Sasuke scores with the left hand. Bandini knows he should have avoided that one.
Sasuke tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bandini was well out of range. Poor timing from Sasuke.
Bandini keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Sasuke avoids a punch combination nicely.
Sasuke moves out of range of the strikes.
Bandini moves away from the strike by Sasuke. #T3#
Sasuke throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sasuke lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bandini circles away quickly and effectively.
Bandini stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Bandini throws a series of punches but Sasuke moves out of range.
Sasuke walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nice cross by Sasuke.
Bandini lands a slapping body shot.
Bandini takes a swing at Sasuke's ribcage but misses.
No joy there for Bandini, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bandini throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
A little feinted left hand from Sasuke on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bandini darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Bandini attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Bandini slips a straight right by Sasuke.
Bandini throws a series of punches but Sasuke avoids them all with ease.
Sasuke was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Sasuke walks into a stiff left hand from Bandini.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bandini missing with a left hand there. Sasuke was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bandini lands with a nice combination. Sasuke backs away looking to recover.
A telegraphed right hand from Bandini misses the target. #T4#
Sasuke misses with a looping right.
Bandini misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mac Bandini seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Sasuke fails to land with a series of punches.
Bandini missing with a left hand there. Sasuke was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bandini tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sasuke swivels and escapes.
The fighters circling - Sasuke throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Nice shot lands for Bandini.
Bandini tests Sasuke's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Sasuke lands with a shot to the body.
Bandini waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Sasuke.
Sasuke displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bandini throws out the jab.
Sasuke moves away from the strike by Bandini.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sasuke slips under a jab from Bandini.
Sasuke thows a left - swing and a miss!
A big right from Sasuke misses.
Bandini drops his hands momentarily and Sasuke takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini 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#
Some wild striking there from Sasuke.
Bandini ducks under a wild hook from Sasuke.
Sasuke bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Sasuke takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Sasuke blocks a jab.
Bandini scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Sasuke connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Sasuke misses with a wild combination.
Sasuke slips a jab and a cross from Bandini.
A swing and a miss from Sasuke.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A slow jab from Sasuke misses its intended target.
Bandini lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Bandini throws a lazy right hand but Sasuke sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
A decent looking cross lands there for Sasuke.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bandini slips a straight right by Sasuke.
Bandini tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Sasuke swivels and escapes.#T1#
Bandini swings for the body but Sasuke moves out of range.
Sasuke throws a big shot that misses.
Horrible takedown attempt by Bandini or perhaps it was just good defense by Sasuke, which made it look bad.
Sasuke was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bandini fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sasuke manages to avoid it.
Bandini fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sasuke manages to avoid it.
Bandini lands a jab-cross combination.
Sasuke throws a lazy right hand but Bandini sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bandini lands a two punch combo.
Sasuke throws a jab but it's blocked by Bandini.
Bandini uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sasuke.
Bandini misses with a looping left.
Bandini misses with a low kick.
Bandini throws a shot to the body.
Bandini lands with a right hand.
Sasuke throws a body punch but Bandini moves out of range.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sasuke cracks Bandini with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Karate Sasuke has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Bandini swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bandini lunges at Sasuke with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Sasuke's hand.
The fighters circling - Sasuke throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Sasuke misses with a looping right.
Sasuke is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bandini.
Bandini pivots, looking for a leg kick but Sasuke is out of range and Bandini settles back down.
Bandini lands a jab to Sasuke's midsection.
Bandini misses with a few strikes there.
Bandini does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Left hook, right uppercut from Bandini.
Bandini throws a right and a left that Sasuke avoids nicely.
Bandini takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Bandini goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Sasuke misses the shot to the body.
Bandini lands with an uppercut that bounces Sasuke off the cage and back into range.
Bandini works Sasuke's body with a nice hook.
Bandini misses with a low kick.
Bandini uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Sasuke.#T3#
Bandini lands a nice looking body shot.
Sasuke connects with a body shot that sends Bandini's belly button to the back.
Sasuke just misses with a punch to the body.
The crowd cheers as Bandini lands an impressive looking overhand right. Sasuke doesn't seem phased though.
Bandini pushes Sasuke away with a front kick.
Sasuke looks to score with a jab to the body but Bandini is just out of range.
Sasuke avoids a kick to the body.
Sasuke throws a shot from downtown. Bandini moves away and avoids it.
Sasuke pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bandini scores with a hook.
Sasuke scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bandini doesn't seem bothered though.
Bandini staying out of range there.
Sasuke is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
A punch lands to the side of Sasuke 's head but he takes it in his stride.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sasuke dodges the punch combination from Bandini.
Bandini lands the left hand.#T4#
Nice cross by Bandini.
Good shot there by Sasuke.
Sasuke checks a leg kick.
Sasuke moves out of range as Bandini strikes.
Sasuke checks the leg kick nicely there.
Mac Bandini is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bandini ducks under a wild hook from Sasuke.
Sasuke throws a body punch but Bandini moves out of range.
Bandini throws a one two combo.
Bandini uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bandini fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Sasuke.
Sasuke looks to land a left hand but Bandini moved out of range nicely.
Bandini's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Sasuke connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bandini scrambles back to his feet.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Sasuke moves out of range as Bandini strikes.
Sasuke looks to land a right hand but Bandini moved out of range.
Bandini misses with a takedown attempt - Sasuke sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mac Bandini comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bandini 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 27:30
Judge James Ackerman scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mac Bandini!
Mac Bandini decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Karate Sasuke spoke after the fight, saying 'Sorry, guys! Next time I'mma win.'. |
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Event:
SMASH: Alela vs Pawlik
Date: Mar 06, 2021 |
#R1#
Bandini connects with a crisp jab.
Mac Bandini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Poika lands a nice hook to Bandini's body. Bandini takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Poika has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Poika plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Poika takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Poika throws a body shot but no joy.
Bandini throws a hook but Poika avoids it easily.
Bandini lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Bandini misses with a body shot.
Bandini misses the jab.
A slow jab from Bandini misses its intended target.
Poika looks to score with a jab to the body but Bandini is just out of range.
Bandini jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bandini loads up on a big right hand but Poika slips the punch.
Poika throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
An attempted straight right counter from Bandini misses the target.
Bandini throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Poika.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A looping hook to the body misses from Poika. Bandini does a little dance to reset his feet.
Poika is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Bandini scores with a nice strike.
Bandini throws the kick towards the body but Poika avoids it.
Bandini missing with a left hand there. Poika was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Poika misses with a body kick.
Bandini misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#T1#
Bandini moves out of range of the body kick.
Bandini throws out a powerful jab.
Bandini tries to land a front kick but Poika steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Bandini misses with a leg kick.
Bandini is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
Bandini uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Poika.
Bandini throws the left hand but Poika avoids the punch easily.
Poika is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Bandini rather than just go for the knockout.
A head kick misses from Poika. #TD#
Bandini scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.#SU#
Bandini has had enough of the ground for now and decides to stand.
Bandini throws a leg kick that is checked#TD2#
and Poika counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Poika looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
We've been hearing good reports from Bandini'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.
Bandini is trying to get back to full guard.
Bandini wants to get back to his feet.#T2#
Poika not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Bandini avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Poika.
Poika is taking a breather. Bandini 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.
Poika with the ground and pound but Bandini uses the opportunity to regain guard.
Bandini keeping full guard, as Poika tries to pass.
Bandini keeping moving, preventing Poika from controlling successfully.
Poika prevents Bandini from getting back to his feet.
Poika pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bandini is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bandini keeping moving, preventing Poika from controlling successfully.
Poika has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T3#
Poika looking to pass the guard.
Bandini is looking to stand up but Poika isn't so interested in that idea.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Poika passes into half guard.
Poika thows a huge punch but Bandini dodges it nicely.
#SUB2#
Poika is looking for a kimura but Bandini is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Poika to get the leverage. #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.
Bandini is trying to control but can't.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bandini lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Poika throws a half hearted mid kick.
Poika moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Bandini jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Poika replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Bandini blocks it well.
Bandini rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD2#
and Poika counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Poika is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bandini has managed to free his arm - good work.
Bandini is trying to stand back up but Poika is controlling him
Poika wants to free his trapped foot but Bandini is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Bandini is refusing to be controlled, as Poika sits in half guard.
Poika not landing any meaningful shots this time.
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 Mac Bandini will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Poika on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Bandini fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Poika looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Poika misses with a body kick.
Bandini moves out of range of the body kick from Poika.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Poika.
Bandini feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Poika bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bandini throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
Bandini throws a jab when Poika was well out of range.
Poika scores with a jab to the body.
Poika takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
A bone on bone clash there as Poika blocks the leg kick.
Bandini scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Jab, jab by Bandini - just one landing.
Bandini swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
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!
Bandini loads up on a big right hand but Poika slips the punch.
Poika throws a body kick that misses.
Poika takes a swing at Bandini's ribcage but misses.
Bandini seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Poika.
Poika throws a body punch but Bandini moves out of range. #T1#
Bandini blocks a head kick by Poika.
Bandini connects with a single shot there.
Bandini misses with a straight right.
Poika misses with a two punch combination.
Bandini is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Poika can do to turn this around?
Bandini throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Poika connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Poika throws a wild body kick that Bandini sees coming a mile off.
Poika throws a hook but Bandini blocks it.
Poika throws a half hearted mid kick.
Bandini throws the left hand but Poika avoids the punch easily.
Bandini lands with an uppercut that bounces Poika off the cage and back into range.
Poika throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bandini.
Mac Bandini is winning the standup battle so far.
Poika throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Crunch! Poika slams his shin into Bandini's torso.
Bandini throws a body shot but no joy.
Poika misses with a body shot.
Poika throws the kick towards the body but Bandini avoids it.
Bandini is looking to counter punch.
That kick from Poika tenderised Bandini's leg. Bandini is trying to keep his angry face on.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bandini misses with a series of wild punches.
#T2#
Poika throws a sloppy head kick and Bandini moves out of range easily.
Poika scores with a shot to the body.
Poika misses with a head kick.
Poika avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bandini throws a right hand that misses
#TD2#
and Poika counters with a nice double leg into guard. #ES#
Bandini pushes Poika off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Poika pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bandini throws a lazy right hand but Poika sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bandini misses with a hook. Poika ducked under it nicely.
Poika throws a sloppy head kick and Bandini moves out of range easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Bandini misses the target.
Bandini throws a shot from downtown. Poika moves away and avoids it.
Bandini scores with a jab.
A punch combination from Bandini misses.
Poika is looking to land body kicks.
Poika misses with a body kick.
Bandini misses with a looping right.
Poika lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bandini at a distance.
A solid body kick from Poika. #T3#
Bandini throws a head kick that misses.
Poika throws a body kick that misses.
Bandini looks to throw the jab but Poika is out of range.
Bandini with a jab.
Poika moves away from the strike by Bandini.
Poika feints the counter takedown.
Poika uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bandini.
Poika displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bandini throws out the jab.
Poika feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Bandinis jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bandini throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
#TD2#
and Poika counters with a shoot takedown. Bandini fights it but they end up in guard.
Poika stays in close to Bandini's body and controls the position.
Poika throws a big elbow that misses.
Poika postures up.
Poika trying to control the position from guard on top but Bandini is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Poika tries to free his leg and advance position but Bandini is retaining full guard.
Bandini tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Poika sitting in guard here, content to control.
Poika working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Poika is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Poika trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Reima Poika will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Bandini looks to land a combination but Poika avoids it well.
Bandini lands a nice shot that snaps Poika's head back.
Poika uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bandini.
Poika bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A big right from Bandini misses.
Poika is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Bandini tests Poika's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Nice straight punches there by Poika. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Poika.
Poika just misses with a punch to the body.
Bandini throws a jab but it's blocked by Poika.
Bandini throws a leg kick but Poika sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Poika follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Poika slips a jab from Bandini.
Poika looks to land a body kick but Bandini moved away.
As Poika looks to move away, Bandini throws a big counter combo but Poika just gets out of the way.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Poika throws a head kick but Bandini moves out of range.
Poika tries to land a front kick but Bandini steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Poika keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
A big right from Poika misses.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Poika.
Poika pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T1#
Bandini chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Poika throws a head kick but Bandini moves out of range.
Bandini lands with a cross.
Poika throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bandini throws a right and a left that Poika avoids nicely.
Poika replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Bandini blocks it well.
Good leg kick by Poika.
Bandini throws a low kick but it's checked well by Poika.
Bandini moves out of range of the leg kick from Poika.
Poika lands with a kick to the ribs.
Bandini swings for the body but Poika moves out of range.
Poika tries to land a front kick but Bandini steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Poika throws a push kick but Bandini slaps the foot to one side.
Bandini looks to land a right hand but Poika moved out of range.
Poika drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Bandini defends it well.
Poika tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Poika.
Poika ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Poika replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Bandini blocks it well.
Bandini moves out of range as Poika throws a body kick.
The fighters circling - Bandini throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T2#
Bandini lands with a nice combination. Poika backs away looking to recover.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bandini throws a series of punches but Poika moves out of range.
Poika keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Poika feints the counter takedown.
Poika slips under a jab.
Poika doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Bandini gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Poika takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Poika changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
A looping hook to the body misses from Poika. Bandini does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bandini scores with the left hand. Poika knows he should have avoided that one.
Poika tries a head kick but it misses.
Bandini stuffs the takedown.
Poika takes a swing at Bandini's ribcage but misses.
Poika throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Bandini misses the target.
Bandini throws an overhand right that lands on Poika's shoulder, as Poika tries to avoid the shot.
Poika is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Bandini tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Poika manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A nice side step and Poika releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Poika.
Poika throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bandini with a nice calf kick.#T3#
Bandini moves out of range of the strikes.
Poika moves out of range of the strikes.
Poika looks to score with a jab to the body but Bandini is just out of range.
Bandini throws a lazy right hand but Poika sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Poika throws the kick towards the body but Bandini avoids it.
Bandini swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A big left from Bandini misses.
Bandini misses with a series of wild punches.
Poika works Bandini's body with a nice hook.
Bandini lands with a straight right. Poika didn't see that one coming.
Poika goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Poika fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bandini manages to avoid it.
Bandini misses with a wild combination.
Bandini throws a looping overhand right but Poika ducks down to avoid it.
Bandini scores with a jab. Poika acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #T4#
A looping hook to the body misses from Bandini. Poika does a little dance to reset his feet.
Poika misses with a head kick.
Poika misses with a low kick.
Bandini misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Poika changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bandini scores with the left hand. Poika knows he should have avoided that one.
Poika comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Bandini throws an off balance right hand
and Poika counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bandini throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bandini scores with a jab. Poika acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Poika.
Bandini ducks under a wild hook from Poika.
Bandini scores with a nice head shot.
Bandini looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Poika connects with a high kick.
Poika throws a head kick but Bandini moves out of range.
Bandini missing with a left hand there. Poika was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bandini misses with a hook.
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 Mac Bandini.
I think Bandini 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 Joseph Jones scores the fight 30:28
Judge Columbo Gatti scores the fight 29:28
Judge Russell Pearce scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mac Bandini!
Mac Bandini 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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SMASH: Lacplesis vs Peterson
Date: Feb 06, 2021 |
#R1#
Bandini throws a big shot that misses.
Bandini fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Gin takes one to the side of the head.
Bandini misses with a head kick.
A cross from Bandini lands.
Bandini definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Gin swings for the body but Bandini moves out of range.
A jab from Bandini finds it's way through Gin's defenses.
Bandini's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Gin connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bandini scrambles back to his feet.
Bandini darts in looking for a takedown but Gin gets double underhooks and turns Bandini into the cage.
Gin let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bandini jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Gin walks away with a smile on his face. Bandini gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mac Bandini. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gin throws a sloppy head kick and Bandini moves out of range easily.
An attempted straight right counter from Bandini misses the target.
Gin circles away from the clinch attempt.
Gin swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bandini fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Gin checks it well.
Gin lands with an uppercut that bounces Bandini off the cage and back into range.
Bandini sizes up Gin with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Bandini looks to score with a jab to the body but Gin is just out of range.
Gin appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#T1#
Bandini lands a right hook to the body.
Bandini takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Bandini avoids the head kick by Gin.
Bandini swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Gin takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Gin gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bandini clobbers Gin with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Gin looks to throw the jab but Bandini is out of range.
It looked like Bandini was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Gin misses with a low kick.
Bandini lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Bandini connects with a nice looking jab.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gin ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.
Gin appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Bandini lands an overhand right.
Gin takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bandini is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Gin misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bandini.
Bandini shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Gin as he avoids it easily.
Bandini takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Gin slips a straight right by Bandini.#T2#
Bandini moves away from the strike by Gin.
A combination from Bandini does no damage.
Gin looks to land a right hand but Bandini moved out of range.
Bandini steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gin.
Gin throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Some wild striking there from Bandini.
Bandini misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gin.
Bandini sets himself, and Gin steps forward looking for the clinch! Bandini avoids it this time.
Gin lands with a nice body punch.
Gin motions for Bandini to come forward. Gin throws a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Bandini ducks under a wild hook from Gin.
Bandini looks to land a combination but Gin avoids it well.
Bandini misses the shot to the body.
Bandini lands with a good body shot.
Donk. Gin catches Bandini right on the button with a cross.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bandini.#T3#
Bandini throws a low kick but Gin avoids it.
Bandini with a jab.
Bandini's corner calls for a 1-2. Bandini obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Gin lands a head shot.
The fighters circling - Bandini throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Gin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bandini moves away.
A cross from Bandini lands.
Good exchange - Bandini coming out on top.
Jargon Gin is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bandini fails with a takedown attempt.
Gin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bandini moves away.#CL2#
Gin takes the fight into the clinch. #BC#
Bandini pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bandini.#T4#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gin takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Bandini waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gin.
Gin throws out a counter right but Bandini avoids it with no problem.
Some bone on bone action there as Gin checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Gin throws a big counter head kick but Bandini avoids it with no problem.
Bandini tries to land a front kick but Gin steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Gin leaves Bandini with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Gin walks into a stiff left hand from Bandini.
Gin avoids the body shot from Bandini.
Bandini takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Gin looks to land a left hand but Bandini moved out of range nicely.
Bandini closes the distance and lands a one-two.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Gin gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bandini.
Gin ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bandini moves away.
Bandini scores with a decent looking hook.
Bandini throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Gin sees it coming and avoids it easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Bandini misses with an uppercut.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Bandini.
Bandini misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Gin slips under a jab.
Bandini thows a left - swing and a miss!
It seemed like Gin was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bandini scores with a jab to the head.
The fighters circling - Bandini throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A right-left combo lands from Bandini.
Sloppy strikes from Bandini. Those never looked like landing.
Bandini takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Gin gets cracked there but stands up to it.
A head kick misses from Bandini.
Bandini is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Gin can do to turn this around?
Bandini thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Gin if he has to take too many more of those.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bandini throws a combination but it was largely blocked by Gin.
Gin looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Gin ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.
Gin tests Bandini's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Bandini works over Gin's head and body with a nice combination.#T1#
Bandini missing with a left hand there. Gin was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bandini misses the jab.#TD#
Bandini fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Gin sprawls well initially but Bandini persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Gin pushes Bandini off looking to stand but Bandini dives back in and keeps control.
#SUB#
Bandini is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Bandini stops Gin from getting back to his feet.
#SUB#
Bandini is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gin has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Bandini is looking for a kimura here.
Gin is trying to stand.
#T2##ES2#
Gin kicks off Bandini and gets to his feet.
Mac Bandini is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bandini bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Gin's head backwards.
Bandini lands a head shot.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bandini shoots in and drives through. Gin sprawls well.
Bandini cracks Gin with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Gin moves out of range of the body kick.
Bandini has a takedown stuffed.
Gin is clearly looking to counter with head kicks.
Sloppy strikes from Bandini. Those never looked like landing.
Bandini just misses with a punch to the body.
Gin connects with a body shot that sends Bandini's belly button to the back.
Nice straight punches there by Gin. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Gin.#T3#
Bandini shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Gin defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mac Bandini. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gin needs to keep his hands up - Bandini had a free shot at his head there.
Gin dodges the punch combination from Bandini.
Gin looks to land a left hand but Bandini moved out of range nicely.
Gin slips a jab from Bandini.
Gin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bandini was well out of range. Poor timing from Gin.
Gin tries to clinch up.
Gin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bandini manages to avoid it.
Gin takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Gin uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Mac Bandini is winning the standup battle so far.
Gin throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Bandini on the side of the head. #T4#
Bandini avoids the head kick by Gin.
Gin tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bandini was well out of range. Poor timing from Gin.
Gin avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
Gin has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Gin takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Bandini stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Bandini steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gin.
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#
Bandini closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Gin did well to prevent Bandini getting side control.
Gin kicks off Bandini and gets to his feet.
Bandini keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Gin.
Bandini swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gin lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Bandini at a distance.
Bandini shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Gin defends it nicely.
Gin throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! And we move into the final round!#R3#
Bandini misses with a body kick.
Bandini throws a jab when Gin was well out of range.
Gin takes one to the chin there.#TD#
Bandini looking to score a takedown here. Gin is defending well but Bandini drives through and ends up in Gin's guard.
Gin scrambles and gets back to his feet.
Bandini misses with the combination.
Gin shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
Bandini defending well as Gin loads up on a big left hand.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bandini blocks a head kick by Gin.
The fighters circle momentarily. Gin darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Bandini moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.
Bandini throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Gin looks to land a right hand but Bandini moved out of range.
A little feinted left hand from Bandini on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bandini moves out of range of the strikes.#T1#
Bandini has his takedown stuffed
and Gin connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Gin with a jab.
Gin throws a hook but Bandini avoids it easily.
Bandini throwing a counter right hand but Gin manages to avoid it.
Bandini misses with a lunging right hand
and Gin counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bandini swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Gin counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Gin scores with a jab to the head.
Gin scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Gin just misses with a punch to the body.
An attempted straight right counter from Bandini misses the target.
Gin chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bandini can pounce on him.
Bandini walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Gin checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Gin counters with a body kick.
Bandini slips under a jab.
Bandini misses with a straight left.
Bandini tries for a takedown but Gin sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
A little jabbing left from Gin on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Nice uppercut there from Gin.
Jargon Gin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#ROC2#Bandini is rocked!#T2#
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Gin dodges the punch combination from Bandini.
Oh Bandini is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bandini scores with a nice right hand.
Bandini seems to have got his legs back now.
Bandini ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Gin moves away.
Gin connects with a body shot that sends Bandini's belly button to the back.#CL2#
Gin gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Bandini lands a nice uppercut.
Good body shot from Gin.
Gin struggles to land a body shot inside as Bandini controls his hands.
Gin can't find room to land a body shot as Bandini controls the action.
Gin lands a shoulder strike.
Gin cracks Bandini with a nice body shot.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Bandini wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
#BC#
Bandini breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Bandini lands with an overhand left.
Bandini misses with a body shot.
Gin paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T3#
Bandini works Gin's body with a nice hook.
Gin misses with a looping left.
Good work by Gin as he checks the leg kick.
Gin tries to counter with a clinch but Bandini shakes him off and moves away.
Bandini scores with a jab. Gin acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Gin throws a shot to the body.
Bandini shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Gin throws out a counter right but Bandini avoids it with no problem.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mac Bandini. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nice takedown defense from Gin. No joy for Bandini on that attempt.
Gin throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Gin takes a swing at Bandini's ribcage but misses.
As Gin looks to move away, Bandini throws a big counter combo but Gin just gets out of the way.
Decent striking displayed by Bandini there.
Gin throws a monster overhand right that drops Bandini! Gin follows up with more strikes from mount and the fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:47 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jargon Gin! |
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Event:
SMASH: Bee vs Kona
Date: Jan 09, 2021 |
#R1#
Bandini ducks under a wild hook from Jukola.
Some bone on bone action there as Jukola checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Jukola uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bandini.
Bandini is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jukola.
Bandini lands a jab.
Jukola uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bandini.
Nice takedown defense from Bandini. No joy for Jukola on that attempt.
Bandini is looking for the big counter here.
Bandini scores with the left hand. Jukola knows he should have avoided that one.
Jukola looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jukola stuffs the takedown attempt from Bandini. Bandini gets slowly back to his feet.
Bandini thows a leg kick but Jukola checks it
and Bandini takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bandini.
Bandini misses with a combination
and Jukola counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Jukola throws a good cross that connects.
This has been an exciting period of action!
The fighters circling - Bandini throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Jukola half committed to a counter leg kick.#T1#
Bandini scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Nice straight punches there by Jukola. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Jukola.
Bandini misses with a right hand
letting Jukola counter with a right hand.
Bandini misses with the combination.
Jukola appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bandini rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Jukola connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#ROC#Bandini is rocked!
Jukola pounces like a tiger and cracks Bandini with a vicious hook! Bandini is down but not out! Jukola follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Eero Jukola!
Eero Jukola seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
SMASH: Bundy vs Knox(NC)
Date: Dec 19, 2020 |
#R1#
Bandini looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Wallace is fending him off so far but Bandini persists. Nope, Wallace circles away and we're back to standing.
Bandini lands an overhand right.
Wallace throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Wallace with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Wallace throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bandini changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Wallace tries to avoid it but Bandini manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Wallace to the ground. Wallace escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Wallace fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Bandini on the side of the head.
A slow jab from Bandini misses its intended target.
Bandini has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Doom's Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Bandini shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bandini sets himself, and Wallace steps forward looking for the clinch! Bandini avoids it this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mac Bandini. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bandini lands a really nice looking cross but Wallace seems unphased.
Wallace has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Bandini scores with a shot to the body.
Bandini's corner calls for a 1-2. Bandini obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range. #CL2#
Wallace has closed the distance and engaged Bandini in 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!
Wallace throws an elbow but it misses.
Wallace prevents a takedown attempt there.
Wallace misses with some punches.
Bandini drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Bandini wants to take the fight to the mat but Wallace manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#T1#
Bandini goes for a takedown attempt but Wallace pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Wallace misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bandini takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Wallace changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Wallace scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Bandini doesn't seem bothered though.
Wallace scores with a punch to the head.
Wallace throws a looping overhand right but Bandini ducks down to avoid it.
Wallace scores with a jab to the body.
A cross from Bandini lands.
Mac Bandini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bandini throws an overhand right that lands on Wallace's shoulder, as Wallace tries to avoid the shot.
Henry Wallace is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bandini shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Wallace as he avoids it easily.
Wallace moves in looking to clinch but Bandini pushes him off.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bandini is defended easily by Wallace.
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!
Wallace sizes up Bandini with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Wallace tries to land a front kick but Bandini steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Wallace wants to clinch.#T2##CL#
Bandini closes the distance and clinches.
Wallace misses with the head strike.
#TD#
Bandini jumps into guard, dragging Wallace to the mat.
#SUB#
Bandini is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Bandini looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Bandini is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Bandini is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Wallace sitting in guard here, content to control. #T3#
Bandini 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#
Bandini working for a triangle but Wallace defends it easily.
Wallace wants to get up but he can't break Bandini's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here.
Bandini keeping moving, preventing Wallace from controlling successfully.
Wallace missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Bandini working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Bandini looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#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.
Wallace tries to free his leg and advance position but Bandini is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Bandini looking for a triangle here. Wallace is fighting it but it looks tight! Bandini pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Wallace is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Mac Bandini!
Mac Bandini bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
FARTMMA 126
Date: Nov 28, 2020 |
#R1#
Jan takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
No luck for Jan with that takedown attempt.
Jan tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jab from Bandini.
Bandini with a jab.
Jan takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.#TD#
Jan fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bandini sprawls well initially but Jan persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Bandini looks like he's trying to stand up.
#SUB#
Jan is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bandini has managed to free his arm - good work.
Jan stops Bandini from getting back to his feet.
Bandini avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Jan. #ES2#
Bandini kicks off Jan and gets to his feet. #T1#
Jan is looking to clinch but Bandini is avoiding it.
Jan looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Bandini is fending him off so far but Jan persists. Nope, Bandini circles away and we're back to standing.
Bandini lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Jan has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Jan there as he acknowledges the shot.
Bandini is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Bandini lands a head shot.
Jan shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Bandini as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bartlomiej Jan. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Jan fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bandini sprawls well initially but Jan persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES2#
Bandini makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
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!
Bandini scores with a jab to the head.
Bandini lands with a kick to the temple. Jan shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
Bandini paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Good shot there by Bandini.
Bandini works the jab nicely.
Jan takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Decent striking displayed by Bandini there.#ROC2#Jan is rocked!#TD2#
Bandini scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Oh Jan is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#T2#
Bandini lands a strong strike to the head of Jan. That's dazed him! Bandini looking to finish here. Jan is waving his arms around trying to block but he's hurt badly - Bandini lands more strikes and the referee steps in to end the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mac Bandini!
Mac Bandini bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
FARTMMA 121
Date: Oct 17, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bandini tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lee swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bandini cracks Lee with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
We've been hearing reports that Lee has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Mac Bandini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bandini throws a body shot but no joy.
Lee seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
A jab lands there for Lee.
Bandini has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Nice cross by Bandini.
Bandini shoots in for a takedown but Lee shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Bandini keeps the fight on the outside.
Bandini misses with a straight left.
A shot to the liver by Bandini. Beautiful body shot.
Bandini tries to clinch but Lee moves away
and Lee cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bandini scores with a nice right hand.
Bandini lands with a straight right. Lee didn't see that one coming.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#CL#
Lee has Bandini up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD2#
Bandini gets control of Lee's arms and successfully pulls guard. Bandini will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Bandini has momentary wrist control but Lee slips an elbow through the middle.
Lee wants to pass the guard but Bandini is keeping the position.#ES2#
Bandini has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Lee is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.#T1#
Bandini has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.#BC2#
Bandini manages to break the clinch.
Bandini throws the left hand but Lee avoids the punch easily.
A bone on bone clash there as Lee blocks the leg kick.
Bandini avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Bandini jabs at Lee's body.
Bandini blocks a jab.
Bandini jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lee takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Lee tries to clinch but Bandini is having none of it.
Lee tries to close the distance and clinch but Bandini swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Donk. Lee catches Bandini right on the button with a cross.
Bandini lands a nice leg kick that just misses Lee's sensitive parts.
Lee tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bandini was well out of range. Poor timing from Lee.
Lee wants to clinch
and Bandini counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bandini throws an off balance right hand
and Lee counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T2##CL2#
Bandini has closed the distance and engaged Lee in a clinch.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lee throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Bandini blocks it with crossed arms.
Bandini is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Lee has a couple of punches blocked by Bandini.
#BC2#
Bandini escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Lee throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Lee tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bandini swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bandini pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Bandini scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Bandini.#CL2#
Bandini clinches up against the cage.
Lee tries to throw a body punch but Bandini avoids it by throwing Lee back against the cage.
Bandini is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.#BC2#
Bandini breaks from the clinch.
A slapping leg kick lands for Bandini.
Lee walks into a jab.#TD#
Lee gets a double leg takedown into Bandini's guard.
Lee looking to pass the guard.
Lee might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Bandini is wriggling around but Lee manages to pass to half guard.
#T3#
Lee is looking to take a break and control but Bandini is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bandini is trying to stand.
#SUB#
Lee wants to work for an arm triangle but Bandini is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Bandini is looking for a sweep. Lee is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Bandini trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
The crowd growing excited in anticipation of a finish here! Right on cue, Lee cracks his opponent with a massive right hand that draws loud cheers!
Lee landing strikes from the mount.#T4#
Bandini is in all sorts of trouble here.
Bandini is bucking up trying to escape but Lee cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Bandini tries to hold on but Lee pushes him away.
Bandini is wriggling around trying to escape.
The referee warns Bandini that he has to improve his position here as he takes two more clean shots to the head.
Bandini is trying desperately to improve position.
Lee with shots to the head and body - Bandini looks very uncomfortable down there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bandini is looking to get back to his feet - it's going to be hard from this position.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Lee postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Bandini looks a forlorn figure.
Lee lands a heavy elbow. #ROC#Bandini is rocked!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Mac Bandini will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Bandini misses with a straight right.
Bandini tries to clinch but Lee is having none of it.
Bandini swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lee.
Bandini misses with an uppercut. Lee saw that one coming.
Bandini walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Lee slips under a jab.
Bandini tries to clinch up but Lee circles away and keeps his distance.
Bandini with a hook.
Lee lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Bandini is still on wobbly legs! Can Lee finish him?
Lee tries to clinch up but Bandini circles away and keeps his distance.
Bandini seems to have recovered his senses.
Lee on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Lee on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Lee uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Bandini looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Lee is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Some wild striking there from Bandini.
Lee swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bandini scoring well with a low kick there.
#T1#
Bandini scores with a jab to the body.
Lee steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Lee changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Bandini misses with a straight right.
Lee lands with an uppercut that bounces Bandini off the cage and back into range.
Bandini is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Lee lands with a slapping head kick.
Bandini displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Lee throws out the jab.
Bandini fails with a takedown attempt.
Bandini is looking to clinch but Lee is avoiding it.
Bandini has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Bandini connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Bandini uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Bandini walks into a stiff left hand from Lee.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bandini, as that shot connected.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Nice sprawl there from Bandini as Lee shoots in.
Bandini misses with a looping right.
A slapping body kick lands there for Bandini.
Mac Bandini seems to be getting the better of the standup.#T2#
A slow jab from Bandini misses its intended target.
Jab from Bandini.
Lee takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Lee lands a jab to the head.
Bandini jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Lee feinted with a counter takedown.
Lee fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bandini connects with a looping right hand.
Jab, jab by Bandini - just one landing.
Bandini swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Lee.
Bandini changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Bandini moves out of range as Lee strikes.
Bandini misses with an uppercut. Lee saw that one coming.
Bandini moves away from the strike by Lee.
Lee swats away the attempt to clinch by Bandini.#T3#
Bandini swings widly with a right hand
and Lee counters with a nice uppercut.
Lee fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for John Lee. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Lee tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bandini manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Lee walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.#TD2#
Bandini looking to score a takedown here. Lee is defending well but Bandini drives through and ends up in Lee's guard.
Bandini lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Lee lands some strikes from the bottom.
Lee tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Lee 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.
Lee trying to control the position.
Bandini is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Bandini trying to control but Lee is working from the bottom.
Lee doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
#T4#
Lee 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#
Lee 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.
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!
Bandini is trying to stand up here but Lee is controlling him well.
Bandini is staying active underneath Lee, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Lee is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Bandini doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Lee.
Lee takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini 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. 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#
Lee sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.
The crowd cheers as Bandini lands an impressive looking overhand right. Lee doesn't seem phased though.
Lee looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Lee takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A left lands for Bandini.
Lee walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bandini has a takedown stuffed.
Bandini scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Bandini throws a sloppy head kick and Lee moves out of range easily.
Bandini stuffs the takedown attempt from Lee. Lee gets slowly back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Lee throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Bandini was covering up waiting for the punch and Lee finishes the takedown easily into guard.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bandini trying to control the position.
#T1#
Lee tries to free his leg and advance position but Bandini is retaining full guard.
Lee loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Lee with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
Lee lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Lee pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bandini is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Bandini is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Lee is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Lee stays in close to Bandini's body and controls the position. #T2#
Lee lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Lee won't allow Bandini to get back to his feet.
Lee in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Lee tries to free his leg and advance position but Bandini is retaining full guard.
Lee is stalling in the full guard.
Lee works over Bandini with some ground and pound from guard.
Bandini wants to stand and escape but Lee is having none of it.
Lee cracks Bandini with a solid left hand.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bandini keeping moving, preventing Lee from controlling successfully.
John Lee has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Lee lands a couple of elbows.
Lee postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Bandini throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Lee trying to control the position from guard on top but Bandini is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Lee with a nice head shot there.
Lee scoring with punches to the head and body.
Lee won't allow Bandini to sweep him here.
Lee trying to control but Bandini is working from the bottom. #T4#
Lee postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Lee looking to pass the guard.
Mac Bandini is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Lee lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Bandini wants to stand up but Lee is controlling him.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Bandini keeping moving, preventing Lee from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lee with a flurry of punches that miss.
And that's the end of the fight!
John Lee showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Bandini 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 Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 28:29
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 29:28
Judge Igor Prikhodko scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Mac Bandini!
A less than humble Mac Bandini 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:
FARTMMA 115
Date: Sep 05, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Bandini throws the left hand but Strdoza avoids the punch easily.
Strdoza throws a big counter combination but Bandini scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Bandini attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
A counter left hand to the body from Strdoza misses its target.#CL2#
Bandini pushes Strdoza up against the cage in a clinch.#BC2#
Bandini breaks the clinch.
Bandini throws the kick towards the body but Strdoza avoids it.
Bandini shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Strdoza eats them both and turns towards Bandini to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.
Strdoza checks the leg kick.
Bandini misses with the combination.
Strdoza is looking for a counter combo.
Bandini throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Strdoza went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nice jab there from Bandini.
Bandini has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Strdoza is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Bandini throws a body shot but no joy.
Strdoza blocks a jab.#TD2#
Strdoza gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Bandini to score an easy takedown into full guard.#ES#
Strdoza pushes Bandini off and scrambles back to his feet.
#T1##TD2#
Bandini decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SU2#
Bandini decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Bandini thows a left - swing and a miss!
It looked like Strdoza was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Bandini misses with an attempted mid kick.
Strdoza appears to be looking for a big counter.#TD2#
Strdoza gets caught napping as Bandini dives in and scores a takedown. Strdoza manages to retain guard.#SUB#
Strdoza has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Bandini can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Bandini distracts Strdoza with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
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!#SU2#
Bandini stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Bandini misses with a right hand
and Strdoza counters with a three punch combo that has Bandini backing up. Bandini nods at Strdoza to acknowledge the strikes.
Bandini throws a leg kick which misses Strdoza's front leg but catches the back leg as Strdoza tries to avoid it. #T2#
Strdoza gets cracked there but stands up to it.
The fighters circling - Bandini throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Strdoza seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Bandini throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Strdoza's waist but Strdoza gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Bandini off to one side.
Strdoza went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Bandini paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Bandini is looking to clinch but Strdoza is avoiding it.
Strdoza appears to be looking for a big counter.
Bandini throws out a powerful jab.
Strdoza blocks a head kick by Bandini.
Strdoza went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Bandini with a nice calf kick.
Strdoza ducks right into an uppercut from Bandini.
Bandini misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#TD2#
Bandini gets a double leg takedown into Strdoza's guard.#SU2#
Bandini gets to his feet - Strdoza follows without any prompting. #T3#
Strdoza slaps away a takedown attempt from Bandini, before circling back to the center of the mat.
A telegraphed right hand from Bandini misses the target.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bandini.
A counter left hand to the body from Strdoza misses its target.
Chad Strdoza has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mac Bandini.
A telegraphed right hand from Bandini misses the target.
Bandini shoots in looking for a takedown. Strdoza tries to sprawl out of it but Bandini keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Strdoza manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Strdoza moves out of range as Bandini strikes.
Bandini throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Strdoza stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#TD2#
Strdoza gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Bandini to score an easy takedown into full guard.#SUB#
Strdoza had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bandini defends it easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4##SU2#
Bandini gets to his feet - Strdoza follows without any prompting.
Bandini scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Strdoza doesn't seem bothered though.
Bandini keeps Strdoza at a distance using the push kick.
Chad Strdoza is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bandini throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Strdoza counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bandini with a hook.#TD2#
Bandini fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Strdoza sprawls well initially but Bandini persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #SUB2#
Bandini looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.#SUB2#
Bandini seems to be looking for submissions.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Strdoza uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bandini.
Strdoza takes one to the chin there.
Bandini connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Bandini throws a hook but Strdoza blocks it.
Bandini takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nice defenses there by Strdoza.
Strdoza was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bandini getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Mac Bandini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bandini shoots in for a takedown but Strdoza shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Bandini smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini moves into range and connects with a jab.
Strdoza staying out of range there.
Bandini misses the jab.
Bandini slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T1#
Bandini misses with an uppercut
and Strdoza counters with a one-two to the body.
Bandini shoots in and drives through. Strdoza sprawls well.
Bandini scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Nice straight punches there by Bandini. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bandini.
Strdoza defending well as Bandini loads up on a big left hand. #CL2#
Bandini gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Strdoza tries to break the clinch but Bandini is controlling the position.
Bandini wants to take the fight to the mat but Strdoza manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Chad Strdoza has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mac Bandini.#TD2#
Bandini pulls Strdoza into guard.
#SUB2#
Bandini looking for a guillotine here but Strdoza defends easily.
Strdoza preventing the sweep. #T2#
Strdoza would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Strdoza trying to control the position from guard on top but Bandini is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Strdoza wants to get up but he can't break Bandini's closed guard. He needs to be careful trying to break the legs open, as he's open to submissions here. #SUB2#
Bandini is looking for a triangle here but Strdoza uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Bandini is looking to regain half guard here but Strdoza keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Strdoza wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Bandini, who protects the arm well.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bandini tries to bench press Strdoza off him but Strdoza keeps the position.
Bandini manages to get back to half guard.#T3##SUB#
Strdoza is looking for a kimura but Bandini is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Strdoza to get the leverage. #SUB#
Strdoza is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bandini has managed to free his arm - good work.
Strdoza is looking to take a break and control but Bandini is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Strdoza is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Bandini is holding on to half guard well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Strdoza is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Strdoza is trying to control the action in half guard but Bandini is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Strdoza is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bandini defends it well.
Bandini gets back to full guard.
Strdoza trying to control the position from guard on top but Bandini is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bandini wants to sweep here but Strdoza controlling him for the moment.
Bandini is looking to sweep but instead, Strdoza has passed into half guard.
Bandini gets back to full guard.
Bandini tries to land a sweep but no joy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Strdoza's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!#R3#
Bandini misses with a combination
and Strdoza counters with a three punch combo that has Bandini backing up. Bandini nods at Strdoza to acknowledge the strikes.
Strdoza looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Bandini misses with a hook.
Strdoza went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
A big left from Bandini misses.
Strdoza seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#CL2#
Bandini closes the distance and pushes Strdoza back into the cage.#TD2#
Bandini pulls guard successfully.
Strdoza wanted to stand there but Bandini had control of the position. #SU#
Strdoza gets to his feet and steps away from his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Strdoza displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bandini throws out the jab.
Bandini throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Bandini bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Strdoza's head backwards.
Strdoza closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so. #T1#
The fighters circling - Bandini throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bandini wants to land a leg kick but Strdoza is out of range.
Strdoza appears to be looking for a big counter.
Bandini throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
It looked like Strdoza was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Bandini.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bandini. Strdoza does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mac Bandini seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bandini throws a low kick but Strdoza moves out of range easily.
Strdoza throws a big counter combination but Bandini scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.#TD2#
Bandini looking to score a takedown here. Strdoza is defending well but Bandini drives through and ends up in Strdoza's guard.
Bandini slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Bandini 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.
#SUB2#
Bandini is working for a submission of some sort.
Bandini takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.#T2##SUB#
Strdoza actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Bandini 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.
Strdoza is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Bandini's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Bandini's back!
Bandini is trying to stand back up. #SUB#
Strdoza working for a choke but Bandini is defending well. #T3#
Bandini tries to roll but Strdoza sticks to his back.
#SUB#
Strdoza is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Bandini has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Strdoza struggling to keep hold of the position.
Bandini tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #SU#
Strdoza stands up from mount. Strange move.
Strdoza slips under a jab.
Bandini throws out a loose jab but Strdoza uses good head movement to avoid it.
Strdoza appears to be looking for a big counter.#T4#
Bandini lands an overhand right.
Bandini scores with a punch to the head.
Bandini misses the shot to the body.
It looked like Strdoza was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Strdoza takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Mac Bandini is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Strdoza bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
It looked like Strdoza wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bandini misses with a hook. Strdoza ducked under it nicely.
Strdoza throws a big counter combination but Bandini scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Bandini misses with a low kick.
Bandini misses with an uppercut
and Strdoza counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bandini throws a wild body kick that Strdoza sees coming a mile off.
Strdoza seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Chad Strdoza is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bandini doesn't manage to clinch there - Strdoza circles away.
Strdoza is looking for a counter combo.
Chad Strdoza has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Strdoza uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bandini.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mac Bandini comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Bandini 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 Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 27:30
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 27:30
Judge Konstantin Menshow scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mac Bandini!
Mac Bandini decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
FARTMMA 109
Date: Jul 25, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nice cross by Bandini.
River throws a front kick aimed at Bandini's knee but Bandini avoids it well.
River definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
River takes one to the side of the head.
Bandini looks for a takedown but River sprawls well.
Bandini feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Rivers jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
River throws out a leg kick but Bandini moves out of range and River only half commits.
Bandini dives in for a single leg takedown but River sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Bandini lands the left hand.
River's jab looks to have found its range, popping Bandini under the eye.
Bandini moves into range and connects with a jab.
Bandini will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Bert River has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mac Bandini.
Bandini lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bandini shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts River as he jumps to the side.
Bandini keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bandini misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Bandini jabbing away but nothing is landing.
River appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bandini throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by River.
River takes a swing at Bandini's ribcage but misses.
River missing with a left hand there. Bandini was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one. #T1#
Bandini blocks a head kick by River.
River lands a front kick.
Bandini steps to the side to avoid the strikes from River.
Bandini connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Bandini throws a nice looking combination but River bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
River was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Bandini fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
Bandini blocks a head kick by River.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bandini.
Bandini lunges at River with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by River's hand.
Bandini on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
River moves out of range as Bandini strikes.
River connects with the punch.
Bandini misses with a body punch
and River counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bandini's jab looks to have found its range, popping River under the eye.
Bandini rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
#TD#
and River counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by River. #SUB2#
Bandini throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
River sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
River lands a couple of elbows.
River stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bandini swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Bandini looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Bandini working for a triangle but River defends it easily.
Bandini keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully. #T3#
River with a couple of shots to the head there. Not particularly brutal.
River working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Bandini's head.
River won't allow Bandini to sweep him here.
River is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
River'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.
River chips away with some ground and pound.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
River looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Bandini is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and River defends well.#T4#
Bandini trying to strike off his back.
Bandini throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
River pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bandini is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Bandini throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! River escapes and throws Bandini's legs to the side, diving into side control! #SUB#
River is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Bandini knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
River working the ground and pound from side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Bert River will probably get the nod.
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#
Bandini tries to score a power double leg takedown but River sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Bandini somewhat.
Bandini scores with a head kick. River tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
Bandini has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
River buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Bandini 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.
River paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
River scores with a nice strike.#TD#
River looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Bandini!#ES2#
Bandini explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
River lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Bandini throws a combination that misses
and River finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Bandini misses with a body shot
letting River counter with a right hand.
Nice body kick from River.
Bandini waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
Bandini darts in looking for a takedown but River gets double underhooks and turns Bandini into the cage. #TD2#
Bandini fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. River sprawls well initially but Bandini persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #T1##SUB2#
Bandini is working for a submission of some sort.
Bandini missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
River is trying to control but can't.
River is pressing down on Bandini's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
River is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Bandini trying to control but River is working from the bottom.
River has a closed guard, preventing Bandini from standing up. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
River is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Bandini throws a big right hand that misses. #SUB2#
Bandini 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. #SUB#
River has his foot on Bandini's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bandini works his way back into a safe position though.
Bandini loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
River trying to keep a closed guard but Bandini is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
River is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Bandini has his hands clasped together but River extends and breaks Bandini's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by River.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bert River!
Bert River 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:
FARTMMA 103
Date: Jun 12, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Gavin misses with a body shot.
Bandini takes one to the side of the head.
Gavin uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bandini.
Gavin fires out a quick counter leg kick but Bandini just manages to avoid it.
Bandini fails to land with a series of punches.
Bandini misses with a hook.
Gavin throws a body kick that misses.
Bandini throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Bandini throws a body shot but no joy.
Gavin tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bandini paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bandini throws a quick inside leg kick.
Bandini takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Bandini takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Gavin fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Bandini is out of range.
Gavin tries to land a front kick but Bandini steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Gavin fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A big right from Gavin misses.
A looping hook to the body misses from Gavin. Bandini does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Bandini misses with a straight right.
Bandini's jab looks to have found its range, popping Gavin under the eye.
Bandini throws a series of punches but Gavin avoids them all with ease.
Bandini displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Gavin throws out the jab.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Bandini jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bandini throws a nice looking combination but Gavin bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bandini just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromGavin.#T1#
Bandini connects with a nice looking jab.
Gavin moves out of range as Bandini strikes.
Bandini misses with a series of wild punches.
Bandini throws a body punch but Gavin moves out of range.
Bandini connects with a good right hand that stumbles Gavin. Gavin circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Bandini misses with a hook. Gavin ducked under it nicely.
Bandini sizes up Gavin with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Bandini jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Gavin throws a big shot that misses.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Gavin throws a looping overhand right but Bandini ducks down to avoid it.
Bandini scores with a decent looking hook.
A jab from Gavin misses.
A head kick misses from Gavin.
Bandini loads up on a big right hand but Gavin slips the punch.
Bandini looks to throw the jab but Gavin is out of range.
Bandini misses with a straight right.
Gavin throws a low kick but it's checked well by Bandini.
Gavin swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bandini misses with an uppercut. Gavin saw that one coming.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Gavin connects with a solid leg kick.
Bandini slips a jab from Gavin.
A countering left hand to the body from Bandini misses.
Gavin has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Banana Stand in the buildup to the fight.#T2#
Gavin clobbers Bandini with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Gavin clobbers Bandini with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Gavin moves out of range as Bandini strikes.
Nice defenses there by Gavin.
Gavin throws a hook but Bandini blocks it.
Gavin looks to land a left hand but Bandini moved out of range nicely.
Bandini avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Gavin waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bandini.
Bandini connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Gavin's hands.
Bandini misses with a hook. Gavin ducked under it nicely.
Gavin ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.
Bandini throws a looping overhand right but Gavin ducks down to avoid it.
Bandini bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Gavin slips a jab from Bandini.
Bandini tried to score with a low kick but Gavin checks it.
Bandini uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Gavin.
Gavin bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Gavin throwing a counter right hand but Bandini manages to avoid it.
Gavin needs to keep his hands up - Bandini had a free shot at his head there.
Gavin misses with a hook.
Bandini looks to throw the jab but Gavin is out of range.
Gavin checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.#T3#
Gavin fakes the leg kick and cracks Bandini in the body.
Gavin throws a jab when Bandini was well out of range.
Bandini tries to score with a low kick but Gavin moves his leg out of the way.
Bandini fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Gavin fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Bandini.
Bandini misses with a looping right.
Bandini checks the leg kick.
Gavin misses with a looping left.
Bandini pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bandini keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Bandini defending well as Gavin loads up on a big left hand.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Gavin showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bandini.
Bandini throws a big shot that misses.
Gavin moves away from the strike by Bandini.
Gavin misses with the combination.
#CL#
Gavin rushes Bandini and presses him up against the cage.
Gavin lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A left hand lands to the body for Gavin.
Bandini prevents a body shot from Gavin. #T4#
Gavin fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Gavin makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gavin prevents Bandini from breaking the clinch.
Bandini has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Gavin misses with a hook from the clinch.
Bandini blocking some punches.
Gavin misses with the head strike.
Gavin working aggressively here.
Bandini wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Gavin.
Gavin lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Bandini or not.
Gavin misses with a body punch.
Bandini blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Bandini throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
Gavin lands a hook that snaps the head of Bandini backwards.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bandini is trying to break free.
Bandini's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Bandini wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Gavin throws a punch but it's blocked by Bandini.
Gavin has a couple of punches blocked by Bandini.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Tommy Gavin will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Gavin working aggressively here.
Gavin has not gone for a single takedown so far in this fight, which seems like a very strange tactic when you consider that he has the superior wrestling and BJJ.
Bandini prevents a body shot from Gavin.
Gavin working aggressively here.
Gavin has Bandini pressed against the cage, preventing Bandini from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Gavin works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Bandini tries to circle away but Gavin has him pinned against the cage.
Gavin lands a body shot in the clinch.
Gavin lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Gavin tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Gavin lands a right hand.
Gavin lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Bandini or not.
Gavin lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC2#
Bandini pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini moves out of range as Gavin strikes.
Bandini works the jab nicely.
Bandini is looking to score with low kicks.
Bandini moves out of range as Gavin strikes.
Gavin scores with a punch to the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Gavin steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Gavin wants to clinch.#T1#
Bandini swats away the attempt to clinch by Gavin.
Bandini steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Gavin.
A jab lands there for Gavin.
Gavin cracks a nice hook into Bandini's ribs.
Bandini swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gavin thumps Bandini with a low kick.
Bandini connects with a nice looking jab.
Bandini looks to land a right hand but Gavin moved out of range.
Bandini misses with a straight right.
Gavin looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Bandini misses with a low kick.
Bandini lands with a straight right. Gavin didn't see that one coming.
Gavin thuds his shin into the meat of Bandini's side.
Gavin slips a jab from Bandini.
Gavin appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
Bandini listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bandini misses with an uppercut. Gavin saw that one coming.
Gavin scores with a spinning back kick!
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Gavin steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Bandini throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T2#
Bandini staying out of range there.
Gavin scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Gavin misses the shot to the body.
Gavin scores with a shot to the body.
Gavin throws a head kick that misses.
Bandini lunges at Gavin with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Gavin's hand.
Gavin is looking to land body kicks.
Bandini throws a jab when Gavin was well out of range.
Bandini throws a low kick but Gavin avoids it.
Mac Bandini seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Gavin checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A big left from Bandini misses.
Gavin gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Gavin tries to clinch up but Bandini circles away and keeps his distance.#CL#
Gavin clinches up against the cage.
Gavin misses with a hook from the clinch. #BC2#
Bandini escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Good shot there by Gavin.
Bandini tests Gavin's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Gavin tries to close the distance and clinch up but Bandini swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bandini works the jab nicely.#T3#
Gavin scores with a hook.
Bandini is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Gavin dips to his left and cracks Bandini with an uppercut!
Gavin throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bandini lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Gavin misses with a straight left.
Gavin fails in his attempt to clinch.
Gavin connects with a high kick.
Gavin misses the jab.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bandini throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Gavin waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bandini.
That kick from Gavin tenderised Bandini's leg. Bandini is trying to keep his angry face on.
Gavin jabs at Bandini's body.
Bandini fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Gavin throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Gavin avoids a punch combination nicely.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A telegraphed right hand from Bandini misses the target.
Gavin misses with a body kick.
Gavin thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from Gavin. Bandini shrugs it off though. #T4#
Bandini misses the jab.
Gavin connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bandini momentarily.
Gavin stuns Bandini with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Bandini scores with a hook to the body. Gavin takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Gavin tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bandini paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Gavin paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Gavin keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bandini.
Gavin moves out of range of the strikes.
Bandini uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Gavin.
Some wild striking there from Gavin.
Bandini misses with a looping left.
Gavin lands with a good body shot.
Bandini misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Gavin.
Gavin fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Bandini has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
A punch combination from Gavin misses.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Gavin delivers a nice body kick.
Gavin lands a head kick!
Bandini scores with a jab.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tommy Gavin dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!#R3#
Gavin throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Bandini stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Gavin throws a lazy right hand but Bandini sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bandini slips a jab from Gavin.
Bandini closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Bandini moves out of range as Gavin strikes.
A slapping leg kick lands for Gavin.
Bandini lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Bandini scores with a nice right hand.
Bandini throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A telegraphed right hand from Bandini misses the target.
Gavin moves in looking to clinch but Bandini pushes him off.
Gavin blocks a jab.
Gavin lands a nice leg kick that just misses Bandini's sensitive parts.
Gavin throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
A big right from Gavin misses.
Gavin bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bandini's head.
A jab from Gavin misses.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A big right from Bandini misses.
Bandini throws a jab but it's blocked by Gavin.
Gavin steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Gavin swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Gavin fails with an attempt to clinch.
#T1#
Bandini throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Gavin on the side of the head.
Gavin looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#CL#
Gavin fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Bandini, pushing him back against the cage.
Gavin lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Bandini is trying to push Gavin away but Gavin has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#BC2#
Bandini breaks from the clinch.
A swing and a miss from Gavin.
Gavin loads up on a big right hand but Bandini slips the punch.
Gavin avoids the body shot from Bandini.
Bandini swinging wildly here.
A swing and a miss from Bandini.
Gavin scoring well with a low kick there.
Gavin attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bandini takes a swing at Gavin's ribcage but misses.
Gavin throws a low kick but Bandini avoids it.
Gavin comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Gavin throws the left hand but Bandini avoids the punch easily.
A slow jab from Bandini misses its intended target.
Gavin throws a nice inside leg kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Gavin. #T2#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bandini moves out of range of the leg kick from Gavin.
Bandini bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bandini connects with a body shot.#CL#
Gavin closes the distance and clinches.
Gavin tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Gavin tries to throw a body punch but Bandini avoids it by throwing Gavin back against the cage.
Gavin keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Bandini's efforts to push away.
Gavin tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Gavin doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bandini lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Gavin backwards.
Gavin works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Gavin misses with a punch to the body.
Gavin lands a left hand that snaps the head of Bandini backwards.
Bandini working hard to break the clinch.
Gavin goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Gavin creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut. #BC2#
Bandini breaks the clinch.
Bandini swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#T3#
Gavin walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Bandini checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Bandini throws a big shot that misses.
Gavin lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
Gavin takes a swing at Bandini's ribcage but misses.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bandini! But no joy.
Gavin steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
A swing and a miss from Bandini.
Bandini checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Bandini slips a jab from Gavin.
Gavin thows a left - swing and a miss!
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Gavin throws a leg kick that misses.
Bandini tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Gavin was well out of range. Poor timing from Bandini.
Bandini throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Gavin throws a quick counter head kick but Bandini was just out of range.
Bandini circles away from the clinch attempt.
#CL#
Gavin closes the distance and clinches.
Bandini has had enough of the clinch but Gavin keeps him there for the moment.
Bandini wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Gavin is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Bandini can do to turn this around?
A short right from Gavin. #BC2#
Bandini escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bandini is pinned up against the cage taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
Gavin scores with a jab to the head.
#T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bandini scores with a jab to the jaw.
Gavin staying out of range there.
Gavin lands with a slapping head kick.
A nice leg kick lands there from Gavin.
Gavin throws a chopping leg kick but Bandini manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Gavin throws a leg kick but Bandini moved away.
Gavin checks a low kick from Bandini.
Gavin wants to clinch up but Bandini keeps it at a distance.
Bandini throws a hook to the side of Gavin's head but Gavin sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mac Bandini has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bandini's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Gavin throws a shot from downtown. Bandini moves away and avoids it.
Bandini stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Bandini misses with a hook.
Gavin throws a quick counter kick to the body but Bandini avoids it.
Bandini throws a hook but Gavin avoids it easily.
Gavin feints and then cracks Bandini's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Bandini down.
A slow jab from Bandini misses its intended target.
Bandini takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
Gavin does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Gavin uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bandini.
Gavin lands with a thumping leg kick.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tommy Gavin showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Gavin 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 Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 29:28
Judge Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 30:27
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tommy Gavin!
Tommy Gavin seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website. |
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Event:
FARTMMA 98
Date: May 09, 2020 |
#R1#
Baird misses with a takedown attempt - Bandini sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Bandini moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#CUT2#
It looks like Corey Baird has been cut.
A head kick misses from Baird.
Bandini is looking to clinch.
Bandini connects with a crisp jab. #ROC2#
Baird is rocked!
Bandini walks forward and throws a big overhand right! Baird drops to the floor like a sack of potatoes! Bandini swarms on him with more punches until the referee wrestles him away from Baird's unconscious body! Wow, that was brutal!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Mac Bandini!
Mac Bandini 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:
FARTMMA 91
Date: Mar 28, 2020 |
#R1#
Bandini is looking to clinch.
Olyen blocks a jab.#CL2#
Bandini gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Bandini working hard to break the clinch.
Olyen tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Olyen lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Our sources have told us that Olyen has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Olyen lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Bandini can't break the clinch.
#BC2#
Bandini's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A big left from Olyen misses.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Bandini cracks Olyen with a good jab.
Olyen steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Bandini misses with a low kick.
Ouch! a nice leg kick from Bandini, right into the meat.
Bandini connects with the punch.
Nice cross by Olyen.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Good exchange - Olyen coming out on top.
Bandini throws a series of punches but Olyen moves out of range.
Bandini tries to close the distance and clinch but Olyen swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bandini misses the shot to the body.
Bandini needs to keep his hands up - Olyen had a free shot at his head there.
Bandini throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1#
Olyen drops his hands momentarily and Bandini takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
The fighters circling - Olyen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Olyen keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Olyen misses with a left hand
and Bandini counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bandini lands with an uppercut that bounces Olyen off the cage and back into range.
Bandini misses with a low kick.
Olyen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bandini cracks Olyen with a right hand to the side of the head.
Bandini throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Olyen sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bandini misses with a straight left.
A big right from Olyen misses.
A head kick misses from Bandini.
Bandini uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Olyen.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bandini pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Olyen tests Bandini's chin there with a solid looking shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Olyen scores with a nice right hand.
Bandini scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Bandini gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Bandini throws a right and a left that both miss.
Mac Bandini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#T2#
Bandini on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Olyen checks a leg kick.
Olyen tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Bandini manages to circle out of the way.
Olyen throws a jab but it's blocked by Bandini.
Bandini throws a shot from downtown. Olyen moves away and avoids it.
Olyen misses with a right hand
and Olyen takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Olyen tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Olyen throws a good cross that connects.
Bandini moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Bandini jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A slow jab from Olyen misses its intended target.
Olyen waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bandini.
Bandini throws a big shot that misses.
Bandini tries a low kick but Olyen avoids it.
Bandini wants to clinch.
Olyen is looking to counter the offense by Bandini and move into the clinch.
Bandini takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
#T3#
Bandini loads up on a big right hand but Olyen slips the punch.
Olyen is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Olyen takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Olyen misses the jab.
Bandini misses with a two punch combination.
Olyen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bandini is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Bandini scores with a sloppy right hand. Olyen should have avoided that one.
Olyen uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Olyen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bandini.
Bandini circles away from the clinch attempt.
Olyen staying out of range there.
A little feinted left hand from Olyen on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Olyen cracks Bandini with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bandini moves out of range as Olyen strikes.
Bandini feints a counter leg kick.
Bandini misses with an uppercut.
Bandini throws a lazy uppercut
and Olyen counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Olyen is looking to clinch but Bandini is avoiding it.
Bandini takes one on the button.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bandini defending well as Olyen loads up on a big left hand.
Jab from Olyen.
Bandini misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Olyen.
We've been informed that Bandini has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Bandini 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.
#T4#
Bandini swings away with a body shot that misses
and Olyen counters with a straight right hand.
Bandini throws a one two combo.
Bandini fails to land with a series of punches.
Bandini misses with a looping right.
Olyen lands a nice shot that snaps Bandini's head back.
Bandini thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bandini throws a hook but Olyen blocks it.
Bandini swinging wildly here.
Bandini moves out of range as Olyen strikes.
A big right from Olyen misses.
Olyen fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bandini manages to avoid it.
A slow jab from Olyen misses its intended target.
Bandini lands a really nice looking cross but Olyen seems unphased.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Olyen throws a right and a left that both miss.
Nice shot lands for Olyen.
Bandini wants to clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Mac Bandini will probably get the nod.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Olyen swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Olyen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bandini.
Olyen rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bandini moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Olyen tries to clinch up but Bandini circles away and keeps his distance.
Bandini tried to score with a low kick but Olyen checks it.
Bandini waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Olyen.
Olyen misses with an uppercut. Bandini saw that one coming.
Bandini swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Olyen throws out a loose jab but Bandini uses good head movement to avoid it.
Olyen throws an overhand right that lands on Bandini's shoulder, as Bandini tries to avoid the shot.
Bandini throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bandini lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bandini with a hook.
Olyen throws a hook but Bandini blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini looks to land a right hand but Olyen moved out of range.
Olyen tries to clinch but Bandini is having none of it.
Olyen is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Olyen throws a right and a left that both miss.
Bandini tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Olyen avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Olyen throws a series of punches but Bandini moves out of range. #T1#
Bandini lands with a thumping leg kick.
Bandini misses with a few strikes there.
Bandini works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Olyen takes a swing at Bandini's ribcage but misses.
Olyen looks to throw the jab but Bandini is out of range.
Olyen misses with an uppercut. #CL#
Olyen closes the distance and clinches. #BC2#
Bandini escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Mac Bandini seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Olyen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bandini sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bandini misses with a hook to the body
#CL#
and Olyen counters by moving into the clinch.
Olyen missing with knees to the body.
Olyen tries to land a knee to the head but misses.
Bandini has had enough of the clinch but Olyen keeps him there for the moment.#BC2#
Bandini's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A left and a right from Bandini both land. Nice combination.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bandini throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
A jab lands there for Bandini.
Bandini keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bandini uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Olyen.
#T2#
Bandini showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Olyen.
Bandini throws a body punch but Olyen moves out of range.
Olyen slips under a jab.
Bandini smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Bandini tries to bum rush Olyen with a series of wild strikes but Olyen uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
A big left from Olyen misses.
Bandini throws a jab but it's blocked by Olyen.
Bandini lands a two punch combo.
Olyen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bandini.
Bandini lands a really nice looking cross but Olyen seems unphased.
Olyen is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Bandini! But no joy.
Olyen looks to score with a jab to the body but Bandini is just out of range.
Olyen misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bandini.
Olyen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bandini.
Olyen throws out a loose jab but Bandini uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bandini keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T3#
Olyen swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bandini connects with a looping right hand.
Olyen misses with an uppercut. Bandini saw that one coming.
Olyen gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bandini.
Olyen gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Olyen is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bandini.
Olyen throws out a loose jab but Bandini uses good head movement to avoid it.
Olyen throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Bandini sees it coming and avoids it easily.
The fighters circling - Bandini throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Olyen lands a body shot.
Bandini uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Olyen.
Olyen throws an overhand right that lands on Bandini's shoulder, as Bandini tries to avoid the shot.
Bandini lands a jab. Then a cross. Then finally a nice hook to the body. Good work there by Bandini.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bandini misses with a two punch combination.
Olyen pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Olyen takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
Olyen thuds his right hand into Bandini's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Olyen swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Olyen on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T4#
Olyen swings widly with a right hand
and Bandini makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Olyen drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Olyen thows a left - swing and a miss!
Olyen looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Olyen bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bandini's head.
Olyen blocks a head kick by Bandini.
Bandini throws a hook to the side of Olyen's head but Olyen sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
The fighters circling - Olyen throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bandini ducks under a wild hook from Olyen.
Olyen misses with a hook. Bandini ducked under it nicely.
Olyen misses the shot to the body.
Olyen ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.
Bandini throws an overhand right that lands on Olyen's shoulder, as Olyen tries to avoid the shot.
Bandini works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bandini lands a really nice looking cross but Olyen seems unphased.
Bandini buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
A big left from Olyen misses.
Olyen throws a hook to the side of Bandini's head but Bandini sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bandini misses with a straight right.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Olyen is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bandini uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Olyen.
Bandini misses with a series of wild punches.
Olyen ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bandini lands a really nice looking cross but Olyen seems unphased.
Bandini misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Olyen.
Olyen throws the left hand but Bandini avoids the punch easily.
Bandini walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Bandini throws the left hand but Olyen avoids the punch easily.
Bandini blocks a jab.
Bandini scores with a one two! Olyen had his feet all tangled up there and couldn't avoid the strikes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Olyen. That did some damage!
Olyen throws a big shot that misses.
Bandini misses with a wild body shot.
A jab lands there for Olyen.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bandini throws a head kick but Olyen moves out of range.
Bandini throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Olyen is looking to counter the offense by Bandini and move into the clinch.#T1#
Bandini misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Olyen.
Olyen loads up on a big right hand but Bandini slips the punch.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bandini drops his hands momentarily and Olyen takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Olyen digs a good hook to Bandini's body.
Olyen digs a good hook to Bandini's body.
Bandini missing with a left hand there. Olyen was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Olyen throws a nice looking combination but Bandini bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Olyen ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Olyen moves into range and connects with a jab.
Olyen loads up on a big right hand but Bandini slips the punch.
Bandini looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Olyen tries to close the distance and clinch but Bandini swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Bandini only half commits to the counter leg kick.
Bandini staying out of range there.
Leha Olyen has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Olyen scores with a nice head shot.
Bandini tries to move into range but Olyen moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Olyen tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Olyen wants to clinch up but Bandini keeps it at a distance.
Olyen throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bandini stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.#T2#
Bandini connects with a high kick.
Bandini throws a right and a left that both miss.
Bandini slips a jab from Olyen.
A head kick misses from Bandini.
Olyen stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bandini.
Bandini lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Olyen uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bandini.
Olyen dips to his left and cracks Bandini with an uppercut!
Bandini takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Bandini throws a combination. Olyen tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
Olyen has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Olyen connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
A swing and a miss from Olyen.
Olyen ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Bandini moves away.
Bandini ducks under a wild hook from Olyen.
Olyen has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bandini finds it's way round the side to connect with Olyen's head.
Olyen fails to land with a series of punches.
#T3#
Bandini feints with a shoulder and throws a nice leg kick to Olyen's calf.
Olyen takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
Bandini tests Olyen's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Olyen throws a shot to the body.
Bandini misses with a straight right.
Bandini fails to land with a series of punches.
Bandini uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Olyen.
Bandini avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
A combination from Bandini does no damage.
Olyen is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Bandini misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Olyen.
#CL#
Bandini gets tackled into the cage by Olyen. Olyen maintains the clinch.
Bandini tries to circle away but Olyen has him pinned against the cage.
Bandini blocking some punches.
#BC2#
Bandini escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Olyen throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
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!
Olyen throws an overhand right that lands on Bandini's shoulder, as Bandini tries to avoid the shot.
Bandini throws a jab but it's blocked by Olyen. #T4#
Olyen takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Bandini throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Olyen stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bandini lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Olyen misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Olyen misses with a few strikes there.
Bandini connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Olyen momentarily.
Olyen thows a left - swing and a miss!
Olyen throws a hook but Bandini avoids it easily.
Bandini bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Mac Bandini is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Bandini throws a low kick, looking for Olyen's leg but Olyen calmly moves out of range.
A swing and a miss from Olyen.
Some wild striking there from Bandini.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bandini throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Olyen takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Bandini misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Mac Bandini.
I've got Bandini 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 Illya Tyunina scores the fight 28:29
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 27:30
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mac Bandini!
In his post fight interview, Mac Bandini started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
FARTMMA 82
Date: Feb 01, 2020 |
#R1#
Bandini throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and Hull counters with a body kick that brings a smile to the face of both fighters.
Hull tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bandini is able to avoid easily.
Bandini uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Hull.
Hull misses with a hook. Bandini ducked under it nicely.
The fighters circle momentarily. Bandini darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Bandini connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Bandini misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Hull walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Mac Bandini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bandini shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Hull pinned against the cage. Hull gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Hull unleashes a big counter combination but Bandini bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Hull throws a leg kick but Bandini sees it coming and moves out of range.
Hull keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bandini.
Bandini blocks the body kick.
Hull walks into a stiff left hand from Bandini.
Bandini tests Hull's chin there with a solid looking shot.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bandini lunges at Hull with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Hull's hand.
Bandini lands a head shot.
Hull thows a left - swing and a miss! #T1#
Nice sprawl there from Hull as Bandini shoots in.
Bandini scores with a sloppy right hand. Hull should have avoided that one.
Hull tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bandini was well out of range. Poor timing from Hull.
Hull misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bandini.
We've been told by Bandini's head coaches at Doom's Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Hull scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Hull takes one on the button.
Hull tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bandini is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.#CL2#
Hull moves into the clinch successfully.
Bandini tries to pull guard but Hull forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mac Bandini. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bandini tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Hull just stands there and leans against the cage.
Bandini tries to pull guard but Hull forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Hull lands an elbow just above Bandini 's eye. #BC#
Bandini manages to break the clinch.
Bandini misses with a two punch combination.
Hull connects with a body shot.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Hull throws a head kick that misses.
Hull misses with a straight right.
A decent looking cross lands there for Bandini.
Bandini swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Hull counters with a leg kick.
Bandini slips under a jab from Hull.
Bandini is looking to counter punch.#T2#
Bandini misses with a hook.
Good standup being displayed there by Bandini as he connects with a hook.
Bandini shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Hull sprawls well. Hull wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Bandini gets slowly back to his feet.
Hull walks into a stiff left hand from Bandini.
Hull looks to land a body kick but Bandini moved away.
Hull misses with a looping left.
Bandini lands with a straight right. Hull didn't see that one coming.
Bandini throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bandini backing away here, and Hull unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Bandini throws a leg kick which misses Hull's front leg but catches the back leg as Hull tries to avoid it.
Hull stuffs the takedown.
Hull avoids the body shot from Bandini.
It seemed like Hull was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Hull scores with the left hand. Bandini knows he should have avoided that one.
Bandini misses the jab.
Bandini gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.#T3#
The fight stays on the outside here - Bandini looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bandini takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Hull tries to move into range but Bandini moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Hull tries to clinch but Bandini moves out of range. #CL2#
Hull has taken the fight to the clinch.
Hull tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Bandini's elbow.
Hull lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Bandini blocks an elbow strike.
Hull lands an elbow just above Bandini 's eye.
Hull pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Hull missing with knees to the body.
Bandini is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Bandini tries to pull guard but Hull holds him up against the cage and eventually Bandini drops back down to his feet.
Hull throws an elbow but it's blocked.
Hull keeps control of Bandini as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks. #TD#
Bandini pulls Hull into guard.
Hull won't allow Bandini to get back to his feet. #T4#
Bandini is trying to control the position but Hull postures up.
Bandini will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Hull missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Hull trying to control but Bandini is working from the bottom. #ES#
Bandini scrambles and gets back to his feet.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bandini throws a hook but Hull avoids it easily.
Bandini punishes Hull's body with a nice straight punch.
Crunch! Hull slams his shin into Bandini's torso.
Hull moves away from the strike by Bandini.
Bandini misses with a hook. Hull ducked under it nicely.
Bandini cracks a nice hook into Hull's ribs.
Caspian Hull is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Hull tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Bandini is able to avoid easily.
Bandini throws a big counter combination but Hull scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Bandini is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Hull has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Hull there as he acknowledges the shot.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Hull enables Bandini to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Hull manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Hull is wriggling around but Bandini manages to pass to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Mac Bandini will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Bandini gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Bandini moves into range and connects with a jab.
Bandini cracks Hull with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
Nice straight punches there by Bandini. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bandini.
Hull misses the jab.
Hull looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Bandini is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Jab from Bandini.
Hull scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Bandini fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Hull on the side of the head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Hull misses the shot to the body.
Hull tries to bum rush Bandini with a series of wild strikes but Bandini uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Hull avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Hull with a nice cross.#KD2#
Oooh a lovely combination from Hull sends Bandini down but not out. Hull dives into side control looking to finish. #ROC2#
Bandini is rocked!#SUB2#
Hull is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Bandini looks calm but he's in trouble here. Hull gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Bandini is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Hull lets go of the hold and Bandini can pop his arm back in it's socket.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Caspian Hull!
A victorious Caspian Hull 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:
Eternity 4
Date: Dec 14, 2019 |
#R1#
Bandini smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#TD#
Bandini scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Bandini not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Haaparanta wants to control but Bandini is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Bandini is working for a kimura but Haaparanta is defending it quite comfortably.
Haaparanta is trying to stand.
Haaparanta really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Bandini. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Bandini is nestled in close to Haaparanta, 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bandini trying to control from half guard but Haaparanta is working away.
Haaparanta is trying to stand up here but Bandini is controlling him well. #SUB#
Bandini seems to be looking for submissions.
Bandini seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Haaparanta does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T1##SUB#
Bandini is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Haaparanta is looking to control Bandini's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Haaparanta avoid being mounted?
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Haaparanta can do anything to dispel that myth.
Bandini is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Bandini not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Haaparanta is trying to stand up here but Bandini is controlling him well. #SUB#
Bandini is looking for a kimura but Haaparanta is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Bandini to get the leverage. #SUB#
Bandini is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SU#
Bandini decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. #T2#
Haaparanta throws a wild body kick that Bandini sees coming a mile off.
Haaparanta throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Bandini tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Haaparanta defends well and Bandini ends up having to push Haaparanta into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Haaparanta lands with a hook. Bandini tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Bandini keeps the fight on the outside.
Haaparanta bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Haaparanta misses with a two punch combination.
Bandini throws a shot from downtown. Haaparanta moves away and avoids it.
Haaparanta stuffs the takedown attempt from Bandini. Bandini gets slowly back to his feet.
Haaparanta gets cracked there but stands up to it.
#CL2#
Haaparanta has closed the distance and engaged Bandini in a clinch.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Haaparanta crunches a lovely knee into Bandini's ribcage.
Knees in the clinch landing for Haaparanta.
Bandini is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mac Bandini. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bandini blocks an elbow strike from Haaparanta.
Haaparanta taking a breather.#T3#
Knees in the clinch landing for Haaparanta.
Bandini jumps guard but Haaparanta turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Haaparanta trying to land knees to the body.
Bandini is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Haaparanta pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Haaparanta stalling the fight.
Haaparanta blocks an uppercut.
Haaparanta is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Bandini is defending well for now.#BC#
Bandini breaks the clinch.
Haaparanta tries to clinch but Bandini moves away
and Bandini counters with a stiff right hand.
Haaparanta tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bandini paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Haaparanta just misses with a punch to the body.
Haaparanta stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Haaparanta wants it to stay on the feet.#CL2#
Haaparanta has closed the distance and engaged Bandini in a clinch.
Bandini is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Haaparanta gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Bandini is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
Bandini is looking to break free of the clinch but Haaparanta has double underhooks. #BC#
Bandini breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Bandini scores with the left hand. Haaparanta knows he should have avoided that one. #T4#
Haaparanta swings for the body but Bandini moves out of range.
Bandini misses with a looping right.
Haaparanta tries to counter by closing the distance.
Haaparanta tries to clinch up.
Haaparanta has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bandini finds it's way round the side to connect with Haaparanta's head.
This has been an exciting period of action!
A nice inside leg kick there by Haaparanta. That's going to slow Bandini down.
Bandini looks for a takedown but Haaparanta sprawls well.
Haaparanta stuffs the takedown attempt from Bandini. Bandini gets slowly back to his feet.
A little jabbing left from Haaparanta on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
We've been told by Bandini's head coaches at Doom's Gym that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Bandini dodges the punch combination from Haaparanta.
Nice jab there from Bandini.
Haaparanta throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Haaparanta tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bandini paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Haaparanta doesn't manage to clinch there - Bandini circles away.
Haaparanta lands a nice shot that snaps Bandini's head back.
Haaparanta is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Harri Haaparanta will probably get the nod.
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#
Bandini tests Haaparanta's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Haaparanta steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from Bandini. That one must have hurt.
Haaparanta throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Haaparanta fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bandini manages to avoid it.
Bandini doesn't manage to clinch there - Haaparanta circles away.
Haaparanta throws a head kick that Bandini semi-blocks.
Nice sprawl there from Haaparanta as Bandini shoots in.
Haaparanta drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Haaparanta takes a body punch but keeps moving. #CL2#
Haaparanta closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Bandini is trying to drag Haaparanta to the mat but Haaparanta just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Haaparanta landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Haaparanta blocks the elbow strike.
Haaparanta has Bandini pushed against the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#TD#
Bandini gets a trip takedown into half guard.#T1#
Haaparanta tries to kick Bandini off but Bandini keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Mac Bandini overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#ES2#
Haaparanta has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but Bandini is on him like a limpet, forcing Haaparanta back against the cage.
Haaparanta keeps control of Bandini as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Haaparanta doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Haaparanta working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Bandini is trying to push Haaparanta away but Haaparanta has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Haaparanta manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Haaparanta landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Haaparanta keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Bandini's efforts to push away.
Knees in the clinch landing for Haaparanta.
Haaparanta missing with knees to the body.
Bandini is trying to push Haaparanta away but Haaparanta has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Haaparanta swings wildly with an uppercut but Bandini uses good head movement to avoid it.
Haaparanta avoids a wild elbow strike from Bandini.#T2#
Haaparanta stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Haaparanta is pressed up against the cage. Bandini has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Haaparanta down to the mat. Haaparanta avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mac Bandini. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Haaparanta throws a leg kick that misses.
Bandini avoids a kick to the body.
It looked like Bandini wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Haaparanta displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bandini throws out the jab.
Haaparanta moves out of range of the body kick from Bandini.
Bandini throws a shot to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Haaparanta tries to clinch but Bandini moves out of range.
Bandini tries for a takedown but Haaparanta sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Haaparanta digs a good body shot into Bandini's ribs.
Bandini takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Bandini misses with a straight right.
Bandini with a nice cross.
Bandini looks to land a body kick but Haaparanta moved away.#CL#
Bandini takes the fight into the clinch.
Haaparanta is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T3#
Haaparanta lands a shot to the body.
Haaparanta lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
Haaparanta lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Haaparanta lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Haaparanta stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Bandini is working for takedown but Haaparanta is calmly controlling the position for now.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Haaparanta lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Haaparanta landing knees to the body.
Haaparanta lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Bandini wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but Haaparanta has him pressed against the cage.
Haaparanta lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Bandini or not.
Good body shot from Haaparanta.
Haaparanta using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Haaparanta landing some nice looking knees to the body.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Bandini takes a knee to the side of the body.
Haaparanta is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Haaparanta utilising his Muay Thai to score with a knee to the body.#T4#
Haaparanta landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
Haaparanta dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Harri Haaparanta seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Haaparanta tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Bandini avoids it.
Bandini is trying to force a seperation but Haaparanta has the dominant position.
Haaparanta crunches a lovely knee into Bandini's ribcage.
Haaparanta missing with knees to the body.
Bandini is trying to break the clinch but Haaparanta has him pressed against the cage.
Bandini avoiding damage as Haaparanta throws knees to the body.
Stalling in the clinch from Haaparanta.
Bandini tries for a takedown. No joy.
Haaparanta manages to get underhooks and slows down the pace for a moment.
Haaparanta slows down the pace here.
Haaparanta lands a shot to the body.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Harri Haaparanta showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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#
Haaparanta looks to score with a jab to the body but Bandini is just out of range.
Bandini swats away the attempt to clinch by Haaparanta.
Bandini staying out of range there.
A swing and a miss from Bandini.
Haaparanta comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Bandini misses with a wild combination.
Haaparanta slaps away a takedown attempt from Bandini, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Haaparanta tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Bandini manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Bandini shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Haaparanta as he avoids it easily.
Bandini missing with a left hand there. Haaparanta was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Haaparanta fails to land with a series of punches.
Mac Bandini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A big right from Haaparanta misses.
Bandini throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bandini takes a head kick and keeps coming.
#CL2#
Haaparanta closes the distance and pushes Bandini back into the cage.
Bandini throws a nice elbow but it doesn't land.
#T1#
Bandini managing to block the knees to the body from Haaparanta.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Haaparanta.
Haaparanta stalling in the clinch.
Haaparanta has Bandini pressed against the cage, preventing Bandini from circling away and getting back to striking at range.#BC#
Bandini breaks the clinch.
Haaparanta tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Bandini paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Bandini gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Bandini thows a body kick. Haaparanta tries to catch it but that hurt him.
Haaparanta scores with a body shot.
Haaparanta takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Bandini misses with a combination
and Haaparanta finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Haaparanta pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
It looked like Bandini wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Haaparanta misses with a body shot.
Haaparanta lands with a kick to the ribs.
A solid leg kick lands there for Haaparanta.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bandini misses with a takedown attempt - Haaparanta sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mac Bandini. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T2#
Haaparanta clobbers Bandini with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Haaparanta jabbing away but nothing is landing. #CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Haaparanta misses with a knee strike.
Bandini takes an elbow to the temple.
Bandini takes a knee right on the jaw!
Haaparanta is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Haaparanta landing knees to the body.
Bandini can't get the takedown.
Haaparanta lands an elbow that stopped Bandini in his tracks for a moment.
Bandini goes for a takedown in the clinch but Haaparanta prevents it.
Haaparanta misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Bandini.
Haaparanta using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
#T3#
Haaparanta lands an uppercut.
Haaparanta lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Haaparanta lands a nice elbow.
Bandini is looking for a takedown.
Bandini is trying to pull guard but Haaparanta has him pressed against the cage.
Bandini is trying to break free.
The referee is keeping an eye on Haaparanta - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Haaparanta lands a nice elbow.
Bandini tries for a takedown but Haaparanta manages to get underhooks.
Haaparanta throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Bandini blocks it with crossed arms.
Bandini wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Haaparanta connects with a knee to the head.
Bandini takes an elbow to the temple. #ROC2#
Bandini is rocked!
Haaparanta lands a good knee to the midsection. Bandini won't want to take too many of those.
Oh Bandini is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Bandini throws a head punch that misses.
Bandini seems to have got his legs back now.
Haaparanta has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Haaparanta lands an elbow just above Bandini 's eye.
Haaparanta lands a nice knee to the body. #T4#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nice elbow from Haaparanta.
Haaparanta lands a big knee to the head and Bandini goes down! Haaparanta pounces and finishes the fight with strikes! He jumps to his feet and celebrates with the crowd!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:14 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Harri Haaparanta!
Our winner, Harri Haaparanta, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
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Event:
Skrap Fights 94
Date: Oct 25, 2019 |
#R1#
Bandini lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Joteel circles away quickly and effectively.
As Bandini backs away, Joteel returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Nice jab there from Bandini.
Bandini throws a lazy head kick
and Joteel counters with a thumping low kick.
Bandini on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Joteel. Joteel obviously looking to wear him down.
Mac Bandini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bandini misses with a looping right.
A telegraphed right hand from Joteel misses the target.
Joteel has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Chakuriki LA Gym in the buildup to the fight.
A nice combination there by Bandini.
Bandini misses the jab.
Bandini misses with a low kick.
Joteel jabs Bandini to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Bandini misses with a takedown
and Joteel counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
We've been informed that Bandini has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Joteel attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Bandini fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Joteel throws a lazy right hand but Bandini sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Joteel looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T1#
Bandini swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Bandini swings widly with a right hand
and Joteel counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A telegraphed right hand from Joteel misses the target.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Nice takedown defense from Joteel. No joy for Bandini on that attempt.
Jacque Joteel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mac Bandini.
Sloppy strikes from Bandini. Those never looked like landing.
Bandini tests Joteel's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bandini, as that shot connected.
Bandini bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bandini misses with a looping left.
Bandini throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Joteel lands with a cross.
Joteel cracks Bandini with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
A thudding body kick lands there by Joteel!
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!
Joteel gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bandini throws a leg kick
and Joteel counters with a one-two to the body. #T2#
Bandini swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bandini throws a body punch but Joteel moves out of range.
A bone on bone clash there as Bandini blocks the leg kick.
Joteel tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Nice defenses there by Joteel.
Bandini chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Joteel can pounce on him.
Joteel slips under a jab.
Joteel uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bandini.
A slow jab from Joteel misses its intended target.
Joteel throws a nice outside leg kick.
Bandini throws a hook to the side of Joteel's head but Joteel sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bandini tried to score with a low kick but Joteel checks it.
Joteel uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bandini.
Bandini moves out of range of the body kick.
Bandini misses with a left hand
and Joteel counters with a straight right hand.#T3#
Bandini misses with a looping left.
Joteel looks to throw the jab but Bandini is out of range.
Joteel takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Jacque Joteel is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bandini looking to land some kicks to the body here.
A low kick from Bandini misses
and Joteel counters with a leg kick that reverborates around the arena.
Bandini has a takedown stuffed.
Bandini uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Joteel.
Bandini misses with a takedown attempt
and Joteel cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
A swing and a miss from Joteel.
Joteel takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Joteel misses with a leg kick.
Bandini misses with a hook to the body
and Joteel connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bandini misses with a hook to the body
#CL#
and Joteel counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Joteel.
Joteel working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#BC2#
Bandini breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T4#
Joteel throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.
Joteel takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Bandini swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bandini cracks Joteel with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bandini throws a lazy right hand but Joteel sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bandini throws out a leg kick but Joteel moves out of range and Bandini only half commits.
Bandini takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Bandini waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Joteel.
Bandini getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Joteel pushes Bandini away with a front kick.
A combination from Bandini does no damage.
Bandini fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Joteel manages to avoid it.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bandini moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Bandini misses with a body shot.
Joteel misses with a body kick.
Bandini tries to clinch but Joteel is having none of it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Jacque Joteel will probably get the nod.
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#
Joteel thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bandini now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Nice cross by Bandini.
Joteel blocks a jab.
Bandini works over Joteel's head and body with a nice combination.
Bandini scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Joteel throws a chopping leg kick but Bandini manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Bandini lands a jab-cross combination.
Bandini blocks the body kick.
Nice uppercut there from Joteel.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bandini throws a hook to the side of Joteel's head but Joteel sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
An attempted straight right counter from Joteel misses the target.
Bandini scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Bandini will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Bandini throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bandini tries to clinch but Joteel moves out of range.
Bandini throws a leg kick that is checked
and Joteel counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
A big right from Bandini misses. #T1##CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#BC#
Joteel escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Bandini just misses with a punch to the body.
Joteel fires out a quick counter leg kick but Bandini just manages to avoid it.
Joteel staying out of range there.
Bandini uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Joteel.
Bandini throws a leg kick which misses Joteel's front leg but catches the back leg as Joteel tries to avoid it.
Bandini avoids a kick to the body.
Bandini looks to land a left hand but Joteel moved out of range nicely.
Mac Bandini seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bandini slips under a jab from Joteel.
Joteel connects with a jab.
Bandini fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Bandini shoots for a double leg takedown but Joteel sprawls well. He's pushed Bandini's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A quick step to the side and Joteel tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jacque Joteel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mac Bandini.
Bandini scores with a hook to the body. Joteel takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Bandini connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T2#
The fighters circling - Bandini throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Joteel is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from Bandini.
Joteel throws a looping overhand right but Bandini ducks down to avoid it. #CL2#
Bandini moves into range and clinches up with Joteel.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bandini blocks a body shot from Joteel.
Bandini has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
Bandini managing to block the knees to the body from Joteel.
#BC#
Joteel's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Joteel throws a head kick that misses.
Bandini looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bandini throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bandini pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Joteel throws a hook but Bandini avoids it easily.
The fighters circling - Bandini throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A jab lands there for Bandini.
Joteel uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Bandini.
A quick step to the side and Joteel tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bandini throws a leg kick which misses Joteel's front leg but catches the back leg as Joteel tries to avoid it.
Bandini throws a lazy right hand but Joteel sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T3#
A jab lands there for Bandini.
Bandini misses with a hook. Joteel ducked under it nicely.
Bandini looks to throw the jab but Joteel is out of range.
Joteel throws a body punch but Bandini moves out of range.
Bandini cracks Joteel with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Bandini lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Joteel pivots, looking for a leg kick but Bandini is out of range and Joteel settles back down.
Bandini throws a jab, cross combination which is slipped
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
Joteel walks into a jab.
Bandini throws a combination that misses
and Joteel counters with a leg kick.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Bandini.
Bandini misses with a takedown attempt - Joteel sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Joteel looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
A telegraphed right hand from Bandini misses the target. #T4#
Bandini throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Joteel walks into a stiff left hand from Bandini.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bandini throws a head kick but Joteel moves out of range.
Joteel misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Bandini lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Bandini's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Joteel is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bandini.
Bandini throws a head kick but Joteel moves out of range.
Bandini misses with a body shot.
Bandini misses with a straight right.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Bandini.
Joteel throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#CL#
Joteel gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Joteel lands a right hand that snaps the head of Bandini backwards.
Joteel goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bandini scores with a shoulder strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini 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. This is the final round!
#R3#
Joteel connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bandini. Bandini circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Nice uppercut there from Bandini.
Bandini punishes Joteel's body with a nice straight punch.#CL#
Joteel moves into the clinch.
Bandini tries to circle away but Joteel has him pinned against the ropes.
Joteel works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Bandini is trying to push Joteel away but Joteel has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Bandini fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Joteel scores with a shot to the side of Bandini's head.
Bandini is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
Joteel lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Joteel scores with a shoulder strike.
Joteel tries a body shot but Bandini blocks it.
#BC2#
Bandini's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
A jab from Bandini misses.
Bandini takes a head kick and shrugs it off.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bandini will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Joteel keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.#T1#
Joteel swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Bandini with a nice cross.
Bandini pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Bandini misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Joteel ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Bandini shoots and misses
and Bandini takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Jacque Joteel has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mac Bandini.
Bandini takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Joteel throws a hook but Bandini blocks it.
Joteel throws a lazy right hand but Bandini sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Bandini shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Joteel but Joteel pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Joteel staying out of range there.
It looked like Joteel wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Bandini shoots in looking for a takedown. Joteel tries to sprawl out of it but Bandini keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Joteel manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T2#
Bandini throws a hook but Joteel avoids it easily.
A quick step to the side and Joteel tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
A jab lands there for Bandini.
A big right from Joteel misses.
Bandini misses with a straight right.
Joteel avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bandini thuds his right hand into Joteel's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bandini fails to land with a series of punches.
A jab from Bandini misses.
A low kick from Bandini misses
and Joteel counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Joteel staying out of range there.
Joteel takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Joteel walks into a stiff left hand from Bandini.
Bandini swings widly with a right hand
and Joteel counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Bandini is defended easily by Joteel.#T3#
Bandini doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Joteel counters with a nice uppercut.
Bandini showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Joteel.
Joteel throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bandini connects with a jab.
Joteel throws a half hearted mid kick.
A bone on bone clash there as Joteel blocks the leg kick.
Joteel looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Joteel lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#CL#
Joteel forces Bandini back against the ropes and clinches.
Joteel lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Joteel scores with a shot to the side of Bandini's head.
Joteel lands a hook that snaps the head of Bandini backwards.
Joteel tries to throw a body punch but Bandini avoids it by throwing Joteel back against the ropes. #T4#
A short left from Joteel.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bandini tries to circle away but Joteel has him pinned against the ropes.
Bandini blocks a body shot from Joteel.
Bandini has had enough of the clinch but Joteel keeps him there for the moment.
Bandini is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the ropes.
A left hand lands to the body for Joteel.
Bandini is trying to push Joteel away but Joteel has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
Bandini is trying to break the clinch but Joteel has him pressed against the ropes.
Joteel softening up his opponent with strikes, against the ropes.
A frustrated look appears on Bandini's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Bandini prevents a body shot from Joteel.
A shot in the inside from Joteel.
Joteel lands a hook to the side of the head.
Joteel lands with a short head shot on the inside. #ROC#
Bandini is rocked!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Joteel.
Bandini is still on wobbly legs! Can Joteel finish him?
Joteel lands a right hand.
Joteel lands a body shot in the clinch.
Jacque Joteel has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Joteel throws a big uppercut that drops Bandini! More strikes from Joteel and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Bandini lies dazed against the ropes as Joteel celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jacque Joteel!
Jacque Joteel 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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BFF 85: Kemp vs. Bone II
Date: Sep 21, 2019 |
#R1#
Wallace swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Bandini takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Mac Bandini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bandini avoids the body shot from Wallace.
Wallace on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Bandini blocks a jab.
Bandini lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Wallace lands a jab-cross combination.
A shot to the liver by Bandini. Beautiful body shot.
Bandini moves away from the strike by Wallace. #TD2#
Bandini fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Wallace sprawls well initially but Bandini persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Wallace wants to control but Bandini is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Wallace controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Bandini thows a huge punch but Wallace dodges it nicely.
Wallace trying to hold on to Bandini's head to control him but Bandini postures up.
Bandini thows a huge punch but Wallace dodges it nicely.
Bandini throwing shots but Wallace is blocking nicely.
Wallace trying to hold on to Bandini's head to control him but Bandini postures up.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!#T1#
Wallace controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Wallace wants to control but Bandini is keeping busy.
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.
Wallace wants to improve his position but Bandini is controlling well.
Wallace wants to get back to full guard but Bandini has passed into side control.
You can see the frustration on Wallace's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Wallace is looking for a sweep.
Wallace managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Bandini.
Wallace struggling a bit here.#SUB2#
Bandini tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T2#
Bandini wants to control but Wallace is keeping him busy.
Bandini throwing shots but missing, from side control.
Wallace tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Bandini wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Bandini wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Wallace, who protects the arm well.
Wallace is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Bandini has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Wallace is trying to control Bandini's posture but Bandini avoids it.
Bandini sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Wallace is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
#T3#
You can see the frustration on Wallace's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Wallace tries to bench press Bandini off him but Bandini keeps the position. #SUB2#
Bandini wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Wallace, who protects the arm well.
Bandini wants to control but Wallace is keeping him busy.
The ground and pound from Bandini seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Bandini wants to stand but Wallace has his arm trapped.
Wallace is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Bandini working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Wallace is looking to reverse the position.#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Bandini tries for a kimura but Wallace is defending well.
Bandini tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Bandini wants to lay and pray for a moment but Wallace keeps working.
Wallace is trying to improve his position.
Wallace struggling a bit here.#SUB2#
Bandini is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Wallace has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Bandini is trying to get an arm triangle but Wallace is defending well.
Wallace keeping his opponent close.#T5#
Wallace tries to improve position but can't.
Wallace is working hard here to advance position.
Bandini creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Wallace sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
Wallace tries to buck Bandini off but Bandini is having none of it.
Wallace isn't going anywhere.
Bandini throwing shots but missing, from side control. #SUB2#
Bandini is trying to get an arm triangle but Wallace is defending well.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Bandini is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Wallace is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Bandini sitting in side control, looking to soften his opponent up with elbows and hammerfists but Wallace is avoiding damage well and looking to escape the position.
#T6##SUB2#
Bandini is trying to get an arm triangle but Wallace is defending well.
Bandini misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Wallace is trying to get back to half guard.
Wallace manages to get back to half guard.
Wallace is trying is best to control the position here. #SUB2#
Bandini seems to be working for a kimura but Wallace defends the submission attempt.
Wallace is trying to get back to full guard.
Wallace trying to control but Bandini postures up.
Nice strikes from Bandini there. #T7#
Wallace tries to roll over but Bandini keeps him under control.
Wallace gets back to full guard.
Wallace is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Bandini postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Wallace keeping full guard, as Bandini tries to pass.
Wallace controls Bandini momentarily but Bandini frees himself.
Wallace wants to sweep here but Bandini controlling him for the moment. #ES#
Wallace pushes Bandini off and scrambles back to his feet.
Bandini jabs Wallace to the body, keeping him at a distance.#T8#
Bandini misses the jab.
Wallace slips under a jab.
Bandini cracks a nice hook into Wallace's ribs.
Wallace uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bandini.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wallace. Bandini does a little dance to reset his feet.
Wallace takes one to the chin there.
Wallace checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Bandini misses with a low kick.
Bandini misses with a low kick.
Wallace missing with a left hand there. Bandini was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Wallace throws a series of punches but Bandini moves out of range.
Wallace throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Henry Wallace is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Bandini moves away from the strike by Wallace.
Bandini bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Wallace's head.
Bandini connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Bandini smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.#TD2#
Bandini shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Wallace is trying to control but can't.
#T9#
Wallace is refusing to be controlled, as Bandini sits in half guard.
Wallace is holding on to half guard well.
Wallace is trying to maintain the position but Bandini is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Bandini is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Wallace is just riding it out for now. Bandini eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Bandini is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Wallace desperately trying to maintain half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini 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. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R2#
Wallace dips to his left and cracks Bandini with an uppercut!
Wallace moves in looking to clinch but Bandini pushes him off.
Bandini now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Henry Wallace has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Wallace throws a hook but Bandini blocks it.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bandini throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Bandini plants his feet and lands a nice head kick!
Bandini goes for a double leg but Wallace avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Wallace continues to drive forward.
Bandini misses the shot to the body.
Bandini takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Wallace's jab looks to have found its range, popping Bandini under the eye.
Wallace throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bandini misses with an uppercut.
A counter left hand to the body from Wallace misses its target.
Bandini throws a nice looking combination but Wallace bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Bandini shoots in for a takedown but Wallace shows good takedown defense.
Mac Bandini seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bandini misses with a wild combination.
A big right from Wallace misses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bandini stuns Wallace with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.#TD2#
Bandini looking to score a takedown here. Wallace is defending well but Bandini drives through and ends up in Wallace's guard.#T1#
Wallace has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Bandini throws a big elbow that misses.
Wallace lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Wallace with a flurry of punches that miss.
Wallace trying to control but Bandini is working from the bottom.
Wallace is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Bandini is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#SUB2#
Bandini looking for a guillotine here but Wallace defends easily.
Bandini has a closed guard, preventing Wallace from standing up. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bandini throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
Wallace wants to control from the top but Bandini keeps moving. #SUB2#
Bandini working for a triangle but Wallace defends it easily.
Mac Bandini has got the better of the ground game so far.
Wallace in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Wallace sitting in guard here, content to control.
Wallace missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB2#
Bandini looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Bandini working a defensive guard here.
Wallace wants to control from the top but Bandini keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#T3#
Bandini missing with a left hand there. Wallace was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Bandini avoids the body shot from Wallace.
Nice defenses there by Bandini.
Bandini slips a jab and a cross from Wallace.
Bandini lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bandini is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Wallace.
Bandini with a hook.
Bandini connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
Bandini avoids the body shot from Wallace.
Bandini slips a jab from Wallace.
Bandini swats away the attempt to clinch by Wallace.
Bandini looks for a takedown but Wallace sprawls well.
Henry Wallace has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mac Bandini.
Bandini fails to land with a series of punches.
Wallace throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
Bandini swings for the body but Wallace moves out of range.
Decent striking displayed by Wallace there.#T4#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Wallace misses with a hook. Bandini ducked under it nicely.
Wallace throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Good shot there by Bandini.
Wallace dodges the punch combination from Bandini.
Wallace lands the left hand.
Bandini avoids the body shot from Wallace.
Bandini connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Bandini dives in for a single leg takedown but Wallace sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Wallace moves out of range of the strikes.
Wallace on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Bandini cracks a nice hook into Wallace's ribs.
Bandini keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Wallace avoids it with no problem.
Bandini walks into a jab.
Bandini shoots in but no luck this time. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Wallace enables Bandini to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Wallace manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Bandini with a flurry of punches that miss. #T5#
Wallace tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Bandini with a flurry of punches that miss.
Wallace 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.
Bandini throws a big right hand that misses.
Bandini throwing strikes but missing.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Wallace holds on and takes a little breather.
Wallace wants to sweep here but Bandini controlling him for the moment.
Wallace managing to control the position. #SUB#
Wallace is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T6#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Bandini throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Wallace works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
Bandini drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Bandini jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Bandini postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Wallace is pulling down on Bandini's head. It's preventing any offense from Bandini, at least for the moment.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Bandini won't allow Wallace to sweep him here.
Wallace utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Wallace is pulling down on Bandini's head. It's preventing any offense from Bandini, at least for the moment.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Bandini shoots in for a double leg but Wallace sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Bandini fails with a takedown attempt. #T7#
Bandini is looking to clinch but Wallace is avoiding it.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Bandini lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Wallace has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Wallace and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wallace. Bandini does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bandini misses with a looping right.
Bandini missing with a left hand there. Wallace was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Wallace misses with a body shot.
Bandini closes the distance and clinches up with Wallace, looking for a takedown. Bandini pushes Wallace against the ropes but Wallace circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Bandini wants to land a leg kick but Wallace is out of range.
Wallace misses the shot to the body.
Bandini takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Wallace is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bandini.
Well,Wallace is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Bandini cracks Wallace with a right hand to the side of the head.
A nice leg kick lands there from Bandini.
Nice takedown defense from Wallace. No joy for Bandini on that attempt.
Bandini is breathing heavily.
Bandini misses with a two punch combination.
A slow jab from Wallace misses its intended target.
Wallace misses with an uppercut.
Bandini works over Wallace's head and body with a nice combination.#T8#
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bandini uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Wallace.
Wallace cracks a nice hook into Bandini's ribs.
Bandini throws a jab but it's blocked by Wallace.
Wallace misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bandini.
Bandini blocks a jab.#CL2#
Bandini takes the fight into the clinch.
Wallace throws a punch but it's blocked by Bandini.
A frustrated look appears on Bandini's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC2#
Bandini pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
A slow jab from Wallace misses its intended target.
Nice takedown defense from Wallace. No joy for Bandini on that attempt.
Bandini uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Wallace.
Wallace misses with a looping right.
Bandini connects with a body shot.
Wallace looks to throw the jab but Bandini is out of range.
Wallace swings for the body but Bandini moves out of range.
A lazy left from Bandini finds it's target.#T9#
Bandini goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Wallace ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.
Bandini throws an overhand right that lands on Wallace's shoulder, as Wallace tries to avoid the shot.
Bandini jabs Wallace to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Wallace misses with a body shot.
Wallace throws a jab but it's blocked by Bandini.
A looping hook to the body misses from Wallace. Bandini does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bandini dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Bandini 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Mac Bandini is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Bandini throws a leg kick but Wallace sees it coming and checks it nicely.
A jab from Bandini misses.
No luck for Bandini with that takedown attempt.
Bandini avoids the body shot from Wallace.
Wallace ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Wallace looks to land a left hand but Bandini moved out of range nicely.
Bandini ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Mac Bandini.
Well Bandini 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 2 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight for Mac Bandini!
Judge Tatsuya Matsuyama scores the fight for Mac Bandini!
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight for Mac Bandini!
Mac Bandini wins by unanimous decision!
Mac Bandini decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
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Event:
BFF 83: McDaniel vs. Grayce
Date: Sep 07, 2019 |
#R1#
Some wild striking there from Bandini.
It looked like Stern was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Bandini fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stern manages to avoid it.
Bandini throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bandini lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Bandini has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Stern takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Stern misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bandini looks to land a left hand but Stern moved out of range nicely.
Bandini works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Bandini fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#CL2#
Bandini closes the distance and pushes Stern back into the ropes.
Bandini lands a left hand that snaps the head of Stern backwards. #BC2#
Bandini manages to break the clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Bandini lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Stern backs up against the ropes.
Stern keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bandini.
Stern looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
A lazy left from Bandini finds it's target.#T1#
Stern gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bandini scores with a body shot.
Stern dodges the punch combination from Bandini.
Mac Bandini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
An inside leg kick from Bandini misses.
Stern appears to be looking for a big counter.
Bandini cracks Stern with a good jab.
Bandini dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Stern. That did some damage!
Nice body kick there by Bandini.
Bandini tries to clinch but Stern moves out of range.
Stern slips a straight right by Bandini.
Bandini turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Bandini connects with a body shot.
Bandini loads up on a big right hand but Stern slips the punch.
Stern looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A telegraphed right hand from Bandini misses the target.
Stern throws a lazy right hand but Bandini sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.#T2#
Bandini displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Stern blocks a jab.
Stern misses with a combination
and Bandini connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Stern swats away the attempt to clinch by Bandini.
Stern scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Bandini misses with a looping right.
Stern swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Stern displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bandini throws out the jab.
Bandini lands an overhand right.
Bandini misses with a right hand
letting Stern counter with a right hand.
Bandini throws an off balance right hand
and Stern counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Stern takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Stern stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
A bone on bone clash there as Stern blocks the leg kick.
#T3#
Bandini scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Stern misses with a hook. Bandini ducked under it nicely.
Bandini swings widly with a right hand
letting Stern counter with a right hand.
Stern misses with a straight right.
Bandini feints a jab promting Stern to slip. Bandini then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Stern slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.#ROC2#
Stern is rocked!
Bandini tests Stern's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Stern staying out of range there.
Stern went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Bandini throws a wild body kick that Stern sees coming a mile off.
Stern slips under a jab from Bandini.
Stern takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stern connects with a looping right hand.
A punch combination from Bandini misses.
Stern throws a big counter combination but Bandini scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Stern throws a looping overhand right but Bandini ducks down to avoid it. #T4#
Bandini lands a nice looking body shot.
Bandini looks to land a right hand but Stern moved out of range.
Bandini misses with a looping left.
Stern uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bandini.
Stern looks to throw the jab but Bandini is out of range.
Stern throws a good cross that connects.
Bandini throws out a loose jab but Stern uses good head movement to avoid it.
Stern throws a big counter combination but Bandini scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Bandini lands with a two punch combination before moving back out of range.
Stern just misses with a punch to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by Bandini.
Bandini scores with a sloppy right hand. Stern should have avoided that one.
Bandini ducks under a wild hook from Stern.
Bandini scores with a decent looking hook.
Bandini scores with a jab. Stern acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Stern walks into a stiff left hand from Bandini.#T5#
Stern takes a swing at Bandini's ribcage but misses.
Bandini throws a leg kick
and Stern counters with a series of strikes. Bandini will be more careful next time no doubt.
Bandini chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Bandini will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Stern misses with a wild combination.
A telegraphed right hand from Bandini misses the target.
Stern is looking for a counter combo.
Bandini connects with a body shot that sends Stern's belly button to the back.
Stern circles away from the clinch attempt
and Stern counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bandini scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Bandini connects with a leg kick. Stern looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Bandini tries a switch kick but it misses it's target. #T6#
Bandini takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Stern is really peppering his opponent's head with 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!
Stern works the jab nicely.
Stern throws a series of punches but Bandini avoids them all with ease.
Stern looks to land a combination but Bandini avoids it well.
Bandini dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Stern displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bandini throws out the jab.
Stern is looking to counter punch.
Bandini throws a chopping leg kick but Stern manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Bandini dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Stern. That did some damage!
Bandini throws a head kick but Stern moves out of range.
Stern seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Bandini throws a hook but Stern avoids it easily.
Stern swinging wildly here.
Bandini connects with a single shot there.
Bandini misses with a hook. Stern ducked under it nicely. #T7#
Stern waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Bandini.
Bandini misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#CL2#
Bandini drives through and clinches with Stern against the ropes.
Stern is trying to force a seperation but Bandini has the dominant position.
Stern's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#BC2#
Bandini breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Nice jab there from Bandini.
Bandini tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Stern is able to avoid easily.
Stern is looking for a counter combo.
Stern bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Stern avoids a punch combination nicely.
Stern throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Bandini counters with a left to the body.
Stern is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
A telegraphed right hand from Bandini misses the target.
Bandini scores with a reasonable looking shot to the body. Stern doesn't seem bothered though.
Bandini misses with a hook. Stern ducked under it nicely. #T8#
Bandini fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bandini misses with a straight right.
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!
Bandini jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Bandini throws an off balance right hand
and Stern counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Bandini moves out of range of the strikes.
Bandini lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Stern backs up against the ropes.
Bandini throws a big shot that misses.
Stern misses with a body shot.
Stern looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bandini throws the left hand but Stern avoids the punch easily.
Stern fails to land with a series of punches.
Stern takes a head kick and keeps coming.
Bandini jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Bandini throws a lazy uppercut
and Stern counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bandini misses the shot to the body.
Bandini shuffles to his left behind two crisp jabs. Stern eats them both and turns towards Bandini to reposition himself and eats a stinging right hand-left hook combo.#T9#
Stern scores with a nice head shot.
That kick from Bandini tenderised Stern's leg. Stern is trying to keep his angry face on.
Stern moves away from the strike by Bandini.
Bandini throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bandini throws a series of punches but Stern avoids them all with ease.
Bandini misses with an uppercut. Stern saw that one coming.
Bandini attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
A punch combination from Stern misses.
Bandini throws a leg kick that is checked
and Stern counters with a straight right hand.
Stern fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bandini throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Stern is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bandini misses with the combination.
Jab, jab by Bandini - just one landing.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mac Bandini dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the ring so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R2#
Bandini fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Stern on the side of the head.
Bandini lands a glancing blow to the side of Stern's head.
Bandini uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
The fighters circling - Bandini throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Stern tries to bum rush Bandini with a series of wild strikes but Bandini uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bandini throws out a counter right but Stern avoids it with no problem.
Bandini walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Stern checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Bandini wants to clinch
and Stern counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Bandini scores with a nice looking left hook and follows it up with an uppercut!
Bandini has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Stern throws a series of punches but Bandini moves out of range.
Bandini thuds his right hand into Stern's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bandini misses with a body punch
and Stern connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bandini connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Stern momentarily.
Bandini is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Alex Stern is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bandini fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Stern manages to avoid it.#T1#
Bandini steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Stern.
Bandini avoids a punch combination nicely.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Stern misses with a hook. Bandini ducked under it nicely.
Bandini misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mac Bandini seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bandini misses with an uppercut.
Bandini looks to land a left hand but Stern moved out of range nicely.
Nice defenses there by Stern.
Stern connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Bandini lands a right hook to the body.
Stern bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Stern was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Stern throws a series of punches but Bandini moves out of range. #CL2#
Bandini drives through and clinches with Stern against the ropes.
Stern is trying to break free.
Bandini lands a hook that snaps the head of Stern backwards. #T2##BC2#
Bandini manages to break the clinch.
Bandini avoids a punch combination nicely.
A right-left combo lands from Stern.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bandini lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Stern scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Stern throws a nice looking combination but Bandini bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Stern misses with a looping left.
Bandini with a jab.
Bandini throws a sloppy head kick and Stern moves out of range easily.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Bandini lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Stern has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Stern and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
A big right from Bandini misses.
Stern needs to keep his hands up - Bandini had a free shot at his head there.#T3#
Bandini lands with an overhand left.
Bandini changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Stern uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Bandini.
Stern was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Stern has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Stern there as he acknowledges the shot.
A punch combination from Bandini misses.
Stern misses with a looping left.
Stern throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bandini works over Stern's head and body with a nice combination.
Stern takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Oh Stern is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
A jab from Bandini does it's job there.
Bandini misses with a looping right.
Bandini tries to clinch but Stern is having none of it.
Bandini is working the combinations to good effect here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bandini tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Stern is able to avoid easily.
Stern appears to be looking for a big counter.
Stern seems to have got his legs back now.#T4#
Bandini throws a left and a right that both miss
and Stern connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Stern ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.
Bandini throws a lazy head kick
and Stern counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bandini lands an overhand right.
Bandini punishes Stern's body with a nice straight punch.
Stern misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bandini.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Stern takes one on the chin but seems OK.
A telegraphed right hand from Stern misses the target.
Bandini throws a body shot but no joy.
Stern went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Bandini misses with a double jab
and Stern counters with a stiff right hand.
Bandini throws a right hand that misses
and Stern counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Bandini throws a jab but it's blocked by Stern.
Stern connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T5#
Bandini thuds his right hand into Stern's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Bandini throws a lazy uppercut
and Stern counters with a three punch combo that has Bandini backing up. Bandini nods at Stern to acknowledge the strikes.
Bandini misses with a hook. Stern ducked under it nicely.
Bandini steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Stern.
Bandini keeps Stern at a distance using the push kick.
Jab, jab by Stern - just one landing.
Bandini throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Stern went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Bandini scores with a hook to the body. Stern takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
A swing and a miss from Stern.
Bandini avoids the body shot from Stern.
Stern blocks a leg kick.
Bandini throws a solid leg kick but Stern takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Bandini.
Stern avoids a punch combination nicely.
It looked like Stern wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T6#
Stern throws a combination. Bandini tries to block but a couple of punches get through.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A big left from Bandini misses.
Bandini throws a right and a left that both miss.
Bandini misses with a hook.
It looked like Stern was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Stern on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Bandini tried to score with a low kick but Stern checks it.
Bandini throws an off balance right hand
and Stern counters with a stiff right hand.
Bandini throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Stern throws a big counter combination but Bandini scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Stern displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bandini throws out the jab.
Stern misses with the combination.
Stern bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Bandini throws an ugly left hook that misses
and Stern counters with a series of strikes. Bandini will be more careful next time no doubt. #T7#
Bandini throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Stern stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Bandini tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Stern is able to avoid easily.
Bandini lands an overhand right.
Bandini lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook.
Stern lands with a nice combination. Bandini backs away looking to recover.
Bandini moves into range and connects with a jab.
Bandini throws a jab but it's blocked by Stern.
Bandini avoids a punch combination nicely.
Nice straight punches there by Stern. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Stern.
Stern misses with a wild body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bandini's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Stern connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Bandini scrambles back to his feet.
Well,Stern is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Stern walks into a left hand. #T8#
Bandini clobbers Stern with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Bandini misses with a few strikes there.
Stern swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Bandini uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Stern.
A little jabbing left from Bandini on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
A swing and a miss from Bandini.
Bandini darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Bandini misses with an uppercut
and Stern cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Stern slips a jab and a cross from Bandini.
Stern throws a big counter combination but Bandini scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Stern keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bandini.
Bandini tries to land a front kick but Stern steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
A little feinted left hand from Stern on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bandini misses with a few strikes there.
Bandini throws a nice outside leg kick.
Stern checks the leg kick.
Bandini misses with a hook. Stern ducked under it nicely.
Stern swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.#T9#
Stern slips a jab from Bandini.
Stern ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bandini wants to land a leg kick but Stern is out of range.
Bandini misses with an uppercut
and Stern counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bandini throws a combination that misses
and Stern counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bandini thinking.
Bandini is breathing heavily.
Bandini throws a body shot but no joy.
Bandini will need to tighten up his combinations if he doesn't want to gas himself out, swinging at thin air.
Stern was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Mac Bandini is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Stern throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
A big left from Bandini misses.
Bandini takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Stern misses with a hook. Bandini ducked under it nicely.
Bandini tries to bum rush Stern with a series of wild strikes but Stern uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Alex Stern has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Stern throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mac Bandini comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Bandini 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 2 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight for Mac Bandini!
Judge Sosuke Kotani scores the fight for Mac Bandini!
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight for Mac Bandini!
Mac Bandini wins by unanimous decision!
Mac Bandini 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:
BFF 81: Kemp vs. Kawamata II
Date: Aug 24, 2019 |
#R1#
Bandini misses with an uppercut
and McQuirre counters with a series of strikes. Bandini will be more careful next time no doubt.
Bandini lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McQuirre circles away quickly and effectively.
McQuirre takes one to the side of the head.
Bandini has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Bandini keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
The fighters circling - Bandini throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
McQuirre takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
McQuirre is pinned up against the ropes taking some big shots here. The referee is looking closely deciding whether he should stop the fight.
McQuirre ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.
Bandini moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McQuirre tries to bum rush Bandini with a series of wild strikes but Bandini uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
Bandini is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Bandini misses with a wild combination.
Bandini cracks McQuirre with a right hand to the side of the head.
McQuirre tries to bum rush Bandini with a series of wild strikes but Bandini uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
McQuirre uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Bandini.#T1#
McQuirre ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Nice defenses there by McQuirre.
Bandini throws a hook to the side of McQuirre's head but McQuirre sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bandini throws a poor cross that misses
and McQuirre counters with a nice uppercut.
Bandini moves away from the strike by McQuirre.
Bandini throws a lazy body kick
and McQuirre counters with a left to the body.
Bandini misses with a left hand
and McQuirre counters with a nice uppercut.
Bandini connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
McQuirre cracks Bandini with a good jab.
McQuirre ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.
Bandini throws a big shot that misses.
McQuirre jabs Bandini right on the nose. Bandini blinks but takes it well.
Bandini fakes high and swings low for a body shot but McQuirre manages to avoid it.
Bandini lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McQuirre avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
McQuirre throws a right hand that Bandini ducks under and follows up with a left that Bandini also avoids with ease.
A looping hook to the body misses from Bandini. McQuirre does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bandini with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T2#
Bandini lands with a right hand.
McQuirre just misses with a punch to the body.
Bandini cracks McQuirre with an open hand slap.
Bandini lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
McQuirre moves out of range as Bandini strikes.
A quick step to the side and McQuirre tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
McQuirre blocks a jab.
McQuirre misses the jab.
McQuirre misses with an uppercut.
Bandini moves out of range of the strikes.
McQuirre walks into a stiff left hand from Bandini.
Bandini displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Bandini lands a really nice looking cross but McQuirre seems unphased.
McQuirre misses with a few strikes there.
McQuirre has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.
Nice straight punches there by Bandini. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Bandini.
McQuirre lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bandini circles away quickly and effectively.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bandini tries a head kick but it misses.
#T3#
Bandini dodges the punch combination from McQuirre.
McQuirre takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
A looping hook to the body misses from McQuirre. Bandini does a little dance to reset his feet.
Bandini misses with a double jab
and McQuirre connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Bandini misses with the combination.
Bandini needs to keep his hands up - McQuirre had a free shot at his head there.
Bandini 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.
Sloppy strikes from Bandini. Those never looked like landing.
McQuirre steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Bandini misses with a body kick.
Bandini throws a leg kick but McQuirre sees it coming and moves out of range.
McQuirre fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.#T4#
McQuirre fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Bandini misses with a jab, cross combination.
McQuirre appears to be looking for a big counter.
McQuirre lands an overhand right.
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!
McQuirre lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Bandini circles away quickly and effectively.
McQuirre staying out of range there.
McQuirre is looking to counter punch.
McQuirre looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
McQuirre looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Decent striking displayed by Bandini there.
Bandini tries to bum rush McQuirre with a series of wild strikes but McQuirre uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
An attempted straight right counter from McQuirre misses the target.
Bandini keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bandini lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Bandini listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bandini listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bandini getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Bandini scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Bandini takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
McQuirre showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bandini.
#T5#
Bandini misses with a hook
and McQuirre counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Bandini thinking.
Bandini throws a hook to the side of McQuirre's head but McQuirre sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bandini blocks a jab.
Bandini changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Some bone on bone action there as McQuirre checks a low kick. Luckily it wasn't a particularly hard one.
Bandini fails to land with a series of punches.
McQuirre throws a hook but Bandini blocks it.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
McQuirre goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Bandini is looking to break free of the clinch but McQuirre has double underhooks.
McQuirre lands with a right to the head.
Bandini lands with a light punch inside.
McQuirre working aggressively here.
A right hand to the body from McQuirre.
McQuirre fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A left hand lands to the body for McQuirre.
Bandini tries to throw a body punch but McQuirre avoids it by throwing Bandini back against the ropes. #T6#
McQuirre keeps control of Bandini as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
McQuirre has a couple of punches blocked by Bandini.
McQuirre misses with the head strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bandini scores with a shot to the side of McQuirre's head.
A short right from McQuirre on the inside.
McQuirre blocking some punches.
McQuirre doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Bandini wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A head punch on the inside from McQuirre fails to land.
McQuirre throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Bandini is trying to break the clinch but McQuirre has him pressed against the ropes.
Bandini is trying to push McQuirre away but McQuirre has him pressed against the ropes, so he's going nowhere.
McQuirre throws a head punch that misses.
A short uppercut from McQuirre. #BC2#
Bandini pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Bandini uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McQuirre.
Bandini jabbing away but nothing is landing.
A jab from Bandini misses.
McQuirre looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Bandini dips to his left and cracks McQuirre with an uppercut!
Bandini lands with an uppercut that bounces McQuirre off the ropes and back into range.#T7#
McQuirre throws a series of punches but Bandini moves out of range.
McQuirre with a hook.
McQuirre staying out of range there.
The fighters circling - Bandini throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Bandini throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McQuirre ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bandini misses with a body punch
and McQuirre counters with a nice uppercut.
Bandini slips under a jab from McQuirre.
McQuirre lands a jab to the head.
Bandini just misses with a punch to the body.
McQuirre throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bandini uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McQuirre.
McQuirre jabs Bandini right on the nose. Bandini blinks but takes it well.
McQuirre checks a leg kick.
McQuirre takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
McQuirre is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Bandini paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.#T8#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Bandini misses with a two punch combination.
Bandini on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Bandini slips under a jab.
McQuirre slips a straight right by Bandini.
Bandini looks to throw the jab but McQuirre is out of range.
McQuirre is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
McQuirre swings and misses with a hook to the body.
It seemed like Bandini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
Bandini moves out of range of the strikes.
McQuirre slips a jab from Bandini.
McQuirre swings for the body but Bandini moves out of range.
Bandini misses with a double jab.
McQuirre looks to throw the jab but Bandini is out of range.
Bandini lands an overhand right.
McQuirre lands a glancing blow to the side of Bandini's head.
Bandini ducks under a wild hook from McQuirre.#T9#
McQuirre is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bandini.
Bandini misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
McQuirre slips a jab from Bandini.
Good standup being displayed there by Bandini as he connects with a hook.
Bandini throws a poor cross that misses
and McQuirre counters with a two punch combo.
McQuirre on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
McQuirre throws a hook to the side of Bandini's head but Bandini sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bandini lands a glancing blow to the side of McQuirre's head.
Bandini moves out of range as McQuirre strikes.
Some wild striking there from McQuirre.
Bandini misses with an uppercut. McQuirre saw that one coming.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bandini misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Mac Bandini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Bandini is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by McQuirre.
Bandini with a jab.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
McQuirre throws a body shot but no joy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Mac Bandini will probably get the nod.
That's time! McQuirre's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!
#R2#
McQuirre moves out of range of the strikes.
Bandini throws a shot from downtown. McQuirre moves away and avoids it.
McQuirre avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Bandini misses with an uppercut
and McQuirre counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL#
McQuirre has taken the fight to the clinch.
Bandini pushes McQuirre back against the ropes and lands a hook to the side of the head.
McQuirre swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Bandini.
McQuirre lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Bandini backwards.
Bandini tries to break the clinch but McQuirre is controlling the position. #BC#
McQuirre manages to break the clinch.
McQuirre slips a jab from Bandini.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McQuirre staying out of range there.
Bandini tries to clinch but McQuirre is having none of it.
Bandini staying out of range there.
Bandini throws a lazy uppercut
and McQuirre counters with a nice uppercut.
Bandini walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. McQuirre checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
McQuirre is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Bandini throws a head kick that misses. #T1#
Bandini feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits McQuirres jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Bandini misses the shot to the body.
Mac Bandini seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bandini connects with a jab.
McQuirre ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.
McQuirre swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Bandini misses with an uppercut. McQuirre saw that one coming.
Bandini throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
McQuirre keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
McQuirre appears to be looking for a big counter.
McQuirre scores with a jab.
McQuirre bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Bandini's head.
Nice body punch from McQuirre.
McQuirre blocks a jab.
Bandini throws a leg kick but McQuirre moved away.
McQuirre blocks a jab.
A little feinted left hand from McQuirre on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McQuirre throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
McQuirre ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.#T2#
Bandini misses with a straight left.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
McQuirre takes a swing at Bandini's ribcage but misses.
Harry McQuirre is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Bandini throws a shot from downtown. McQuirre moves away and avoids it.
McQuirre ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A punch combination from Bandini misses.
A little feinted left hand from McQuirre on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Bandini misses with a combination
and McQuirre counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Bandini misses the shot to the body.
McQuirre takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Bandini throws out a leg kick but McQuirre moves out of range and Bandini only half commits.
McQuirre looks to land a left hand but Bandini moved out of range nicely.
Bandini bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
The fight stays on the outside here - McQuirre looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Bandini misses the shot to the body. #T3#
Bandini misses with a low kick.
Bandini clobbers McQuirre with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Bandini misses with a jab, cross combination.
McQuirre showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Bandini.
McQuirre moves out of range of the strikes.
Bandini throws a lazy body kick
and McQuirre counters with a lovely straight right hand!
McQuirre's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bandini connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! McQuirre scrambles back to his feet.
Bandini tries to clinch but McQuirre is having none of it.
McQuirre lands an overhand right.
McQuirre moves out of range of the body kick.
Bandini looks to throw the jab but McQuirre is out of range.
McQuirre bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
A swing and a miss from McQuirre.
Bandini takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Bandini misses the shot to the body. #T4#
McQuirre slips under a jab from Bandini.
McQuirre misses with a straight right.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Bandini lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but McQuirre circles away quickly and effectively.
McQuirre seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Bandini throws a looping overhand right but McQuirre ducks down to avoid it.
McQuirre swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
McQuirre's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Bandini connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! McQuirre scrambles back to his feet.
Bandini thows a leg kick but McQuirre checks it
and McQuirre counters with a stiff right hand.
McQuirre keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Bandini misses with a series of wild punches.
No joy there for Bandini, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Bandini throws a two punch combo that lands nicely.
Bandini is breathing heavily.
McQuirre looks to land a right hand but Bandini moved out of range.
McQuirre ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.
McQuirre is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
McQuirre ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Bandini throws a hook to the side of McQuirre's head but McQuirre sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bandini lands a head shot.#T5#
Bandini throws a lazy uppercut
and McQuirre counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McQuirre throws a shot from downtown. Bandini moves away and avoids it.
Bandini misses with a looping right.
Bandini misses the jab.
McQuirre swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bandini does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
McQuirre is looking for a counter combo.
Bandini jabbing away but nothing is landing.
McQuirre defending well as Bandini loads up on a big left hand.
McQuirre slips under a jab.
Bandini ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McQuirre moves away.
A little feinted left hand from McQuirre on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
McQuirre misses with a hook. Bandini ducked under it nicely.
McQuirre feints a jab promting Bandini to slip. McQuirre then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Bandini slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Bandini misses with a hook
and McQuirre counters with a nice uppercut. #ROC#
Bandini is rocked!
An inside leg kick from Bandini misses.
Bandini is still on wobbly legs! Can McQuirre finish him?
Bandini closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
McQuirre lands a nice shot that snaps Bandini's head back.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
McQuirre comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Bandini misses the shot to the body. #T6#
Bandini rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but McQuirre moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bandini slips under a jab.
Today's fight clock is brought to you by... OOOH that's a huge shot by McQuirre! Bandini is in big trouble here - the ref steps in to save him and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:14 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Harry McQuirre!
Harry McQuirre 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:
JBL Heatwave
Date: Jul 26, 2019 |
#R1#
Jukola defending well as Bandini loads up on a big left hand.
Jukola displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bandini throws out the jab.
Bandini throws a looping overhand right but Jukola ducks down to avoid it.
Bandini has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Jukola blocks the body kick.
Jukola tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bandini was well out of range. Poor timing from Jukola.
Bandini scores with a decent looking hook.
Bandini misses with a looping right.
Bandini falls off balance throwing a combination
enabling Jukola to counter with a crisp jab. #CL2#
Bandini darts in and clinches Jukola up against the cage.#BC2#
Bandini breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Jukola looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Jukola misses the shot to the body.
Jukola throws a shot from downtown. Bandini moves away and avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jukola slips a straight right by Bandini.
Bandini lands a nice shot that snaps Jukola's head back.
Left hook, right uppercut from Jukola.
Mac Bandini seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Jukola tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Bandini was well out of range. Poor timing from Jukola.
Jukola slips under a jab from Bandini.
Jukola looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple. #T1#
Bandini thows a left - swing and a miss!
Jukola lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Jukola misses with a body punch
and Bandini cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Bandini moves out of range of the strikes.
Bandini scores with a nice strike.
Jukola is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Bandini.
Bandini looks to land a left hand but Jukola moved out of range nicely.
Jukola digs a good hook to Bandini's body.
Mac Bandini is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Jukola misses with a hook.
Jukola connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Bandini momentarily.
Jukola checks the leg kick nicely there.
Nice straight punches there by Jukola. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Jukola.
Jukola misses with a body shot.
Jukola fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bandini manages to avoid it.
Jukola ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bandini uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Jukola.
Jukola throws a right and a left that both miss.
Bandini misses with an uppercut.
Bandini doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.#T2#
Bandini with a nice cross.#TD#
Jukola closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Bandini quickly recovers to half guard.
Bandini is trying to stand back up but Jukola is controlling him
Jukola controlling the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jukola throwing shots but Bandini is blocking nicely.
Jukola lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Jukola lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Jukola 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.
Jukola missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Jukola lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Jukola wants to take a breather but Bandini is having none of it. #T3#
Jukola is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Jukola sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Bandini defending well though.
Jukola throwing shots but Bandini is blocking nicely.
Jukola controlling the action 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. Jukola connects with a nice short shot to Bandini's temple.
Bandini is trying to stand.
Jukola controlling the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Jukola throws a strike but Bandini avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Bandini is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Jukola throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Bandini works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
Jukola stays in close to Bandini's body and controls the position. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Bandini swings for the body but Jukola moves out of range.
Jukola swinging wildly here.
Bandini throws out a loose jab but Jukola uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jukola swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Bandini wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Jukola ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.
Jukola swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Bandini keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Jukola.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Eero Jukola 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#
Bandini throws a nice outside leg kick.
Good standup being displayed there by Bandini as he connects with a hook.
Jukola listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Bandini misses the jab.
Bandini showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Jukola.
Jukola rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but Bandini moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Bandini swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD#
Bandini gets caught flat footed, as Jukola shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#ES2#
Bandini has managed to wall walk up one of the corner posts to get back to his feet. Jukola is pushing him up against the cage, looking to control the position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A frustrated look appears on Bandini's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Bandini swings wildly with an uppercut but Jukola uses good head movement to avoid it. #BC2#
Bandini pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Bandini lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Jukola has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Jukola and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Bandini throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Jukola with a nice cross.
Jukola keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bandini.
Jukola is looking to counter punch.
Eero Jukola is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Jukola misses with a hook. Bandini ducked under it nicely.
Jukola chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Bandini can pounce on him.
Bandini swinging wildly here.
Jukola swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Bandini throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Bandini throws out a powerful jab.
Bandini throws a leg kick but Jukola checks it.
Bandini wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
Bandini is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Bandini steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Jukola.
Bandini looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Jukola throws a right and a left that both miss.
Nice body kick there by Bandini.
A punch lands to the side of Bandini 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Jukola fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Bandini looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.#CL2#
Bandini closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Bandini blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Bandini tries to break the clinch but Jukola is controlling the position. #T2#
Bandini has had enough of the clinch and is looking to separate.
A left hand lands to the body for Bandini.
Jukola misses with a hook to the ribs.
Jukola working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC2#
Bandini manages to break the clinch.
Jukola fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bandini manages to avoid it.
Jukola slips under a jab from Bandini.
Jab, cross, leg kick. Nice combination by Bandini!
Jukola steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Jukola throws a big counter combination but Bandini scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Bandini rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
enabling Jukola to counter with a crisp jab.
Jukola fails to land with a series of punches.
Bandini throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Jukola throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Bandini slips under a jab from Jukola.
A jab from Bandini misses.
Bandini loads up on a big right hand but Jukola slips the punch.
An attempted straight right counter from Jukola misses the target.#T3#
Jukola swings for the body but Bandini moves out of range.
Bandini slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
Nice cross by Bandini.
A big right from Jukola misses.
A head kick from Bandini lands but Jukola takes it in his stride.
Bandini tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
Jukola throws a hook to the side of Bandini's head but Bandini sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bandini misses with a looping left.
Jukola drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
A punch combination from Bandini misses.
It looked like Jukola was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Bandini.
Bandini is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Bandini throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Jukola was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Bandini throws a combination that misses
and Jukola counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Bandini slips under a jab from Jukola.
Bandini ducks under a wild hook from Jukola.
Bandini misses with a combination
enabling Jukola to counter with a crisp jab.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jukola checks a leg kick. #T4#
Bandini misses with a hook.
Jukola circles away from the clinch attempt.
Jukola with a hook.
Bandini looks to throw the jab but Jukola is out of range.
Jukola misses with a jab, cross combination.
Bandini lands with a cross.
Bandini looks to score with a jab to the body but Jukola is just out of range.
Bandini tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Jukola dips to his left and cracks Bandini with an uppercut!
Bandini is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jukola.
Bandini throws a low kick but it's checked well by Jukola.
Jukola swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Jukola misses with a wild body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Bandini wants to land a leg kick but Jukola is out of range.
Bandini moves away from the strike by Jukola.
Bandini throws a shot from downtown. Jukola moves away and avoids it.
Jukola with a nice cross.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Mac Bandini will probably get the nod - 10:9.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Bandini tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Bandini's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Bandini duly obliges.
Jukola ducks under a wild hook from Bandini.
Bandini uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Jukola.
Jukola on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Jukola misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Bandini.
Jukola takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Jukola throws a hook to the side of Bandini's head but Bandini sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Bandini tries to move into range but Jukola moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Nice defenses there by Jukola.
Nice takedown defense from Bandini. No joy for Jukola on that attempt.
Bandini throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Bandini throws a right hand that misses
and Jukola counters with a stiff right hand.
Bandini connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Bandini throws a leg kick which misses Jukola's front leg but catches the back leg as Jukola tries to avoid it.
Jukola misses the shot to the body.
Jukola shoots for a takedown but Bandini saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#T1#
Bandini tried to score with a low kick but Jukola checks it.
Jukola misses the shot to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Jukola 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Bandini lands with a straight right. Jukola didn't see that one coming.
Bandini lands a nice hook to Jukola's body. Jukola takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Bandini connects with a body shot that sends Jukola's belly button to the back.
Bandini dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Bandini throws a jab but it's blocked by Jukola.
Jukola bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from Bandini - that will leave a mark!
Jukola keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Bandini.
Jukola swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Bandini throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Jukola.
Bandini moves away from the strike by Jukola.
Bandini ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
This has been an exciting period of action!#TD#
Bandini gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Jukola to score an easy takedown into full guard.#SUB#
Jukola is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Bandini is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Bandini has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB#
Jukola might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T2##SUB#
Jukola looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Jukola doesn't do any damage with a couple of strikes from the bottom.
Bandini looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Bandini pushing down on Jukola's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Bandini is stalling here. Jukola is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Bandini seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Jukola has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Jukola cracks Bandini with a big right hand but Bandini just smiles back at him and invites him to have another go.
Jukola controlling from side mount.
Jukola working the head with strikes.
Eero Jukola overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Jukola in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T4#
Jukola scoring with punches and elbows.
Jukola is working Bandini over with some ground and pound from side control.
Bandini is trying to get back to his feet.
Bandini is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Jukola misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
Jukola slows the pace down.
An elbow from Jukola crashes against the mat.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mac Bandini comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Bandini 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 Daniel Bishop scores the fight 28:29
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 28:29
Judge William Gold scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mac Bandini!
Mac Bandini decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
JBL Summer Madness NOME
Date: Jul 13, 2019 |
#R1#
Barbosa lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Bandini has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Barbosa scores with a body shot.
Barbosa lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Barbosa misses with a straight left.
Barbosa steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Bandini.
Good standup being displayed there by Barbosa as he connects with a hook.
Barbosa needs to keep his hands up - Bandini had a free shot at his head there.
Barbosa digs a good hook to Bandini's body.
We've been hearing reports that Barbosa has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Barbosa pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Barbosa throws an overhand right that lands on Bandini's shoulder, as Bandini tries to avoid the shot.
Bandini lands with a cross.
Bandini scores with a jab. Barbosa acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bandini changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Bandini rushes Barbosa and presses him up against the cage.
Bandini wants to get back to striking at distance but Barbosa won't allow it.
#BC2#
Bandini breaks from the clinch.
A big right from Barbosa misses.
Bandini looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Bandini bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Bandini, as that shot connected.
Barbosa throws a body punch but Bandini moves out of range.
A swing and a miss from Bandini.
Bandini throws out a loose jab but Barbosa uses good head movement to avoid it.
Barbosa cracks a nice hook into Bandini's ribs.
Bandini gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Barbosa gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Bandini.#T1#
A jab from Bandini finds it's way through Barbosa's defenses.
Barbosa looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Caio Barbosa seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Barbosa moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Barbosa throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Bandini has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
Barbosa has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Bandini finds it's way round the side to connect with Barbosa's head. #TD#
Barbosa changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Bandini looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Bandini is trying to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Barbosa is putting a hurting on Bandini here, landing some big shots from side control.
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!
Bandini is trying to get back to his feet.
Barbosa wants to control for a moment but Bandini uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Bandini on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound. #T2#
Barbosa thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Barbosa looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Barbosa looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Barbosa keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Bandini is refusing to be controlled, as Barbosa sits in half guard.
Barbosa takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Barbosa is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Bandini avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Barbosa. #T3#
Barbosa throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Bandini really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Barbosa. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Barbosa throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Barbosa lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Barbosa wants to pass the guard but Bandini is defending well.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Barbosa is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Barbosa throwing shots but Bandini is blocking nicely. #SUB#
Barbosa is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Bandini is just riding it out for now. Barbosa eventually gives up the hold.
Barbosa seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T4#
Bandini is looking to escape.
Barbosa seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Barbosa controlling the action here.
Barbosa is looking to take a break and control but Bandini is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bandini keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Caio Barbosa dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Bandini misses with a body shot.
A big left from Bandini misses.
Bandini misses with a low kick as Barbosa jumps back.
Bandini takes one to the chin there.
Bandini uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Barbosa.
Bandini connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Bandini scores with a jab. Barbosa acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bandini throws the left hand but Barbosa avoids the punch easily.
Bandini lands with an overhand left.
Mac Bandini seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Bandini scores with a jab to the jaw.
Bandini has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Bandini there as he acknowledges the shot.
Bandini uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Barbosa.
Bandini swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Barbosa keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Barbosa displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Bandini throws out the jab.
Barbosa ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Barbosa throws a lazy right hand but Bandini sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Barbosa connects with a good right hand that stumbles Bandini. Bandini circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Barbosa shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Bandini but Bandini pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Barbosa throws a big shot that misses.
Bandini uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Barbosa.
Barbosa misses with a wild body shot. #T1#
Bandini takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Good standup being displayed there by Bandini as he connects with a hook.
Bandini staying out of range there.
Bandini let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Bandini throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Barbosa on the side of the head.
Bandini slips a jab and a cross from Barbosa.
Bandini scores with a nice right hand.
Barbosa fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bandini manages to avoid it.
Barbosa walks into a left hand.
Bandini is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Bandini slips a jab from Barbosa.
A big right from Bandini misses.
Mac Bandini is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Barbosa thows a left - swing and a miss!
Bandini finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Bandini attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
Bandini keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Barbosa throws a hook but Bandini blocks it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Bandini scores with a jab. Barbosa acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Bandini lets loose with a powerful body kick. Barbosa will feel that in the morning.
Bandini throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bandini's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Bandini duly obliges.
Barbosa misses with a looping right.
Barbosa looks to land a combination but Bandini avoids it well. #T2#
Barbosa fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Bandini manages to avoid it.
Bandini cracks Barbosa with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Bandini throws the left hand but Barbosa avoids the punch easily.
Bandini attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
Danga de danga de dang - Bandini scores with a four punch combination!
Barbosa looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Barbosa throws a shot from downtown. Bandini moves away and avoids it.#TD#
Barbosa fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bandini sprawls well initially but Barbosa persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Bandini pushes Barbosa off looking to stand but Barbosa dives back in and keeps control.
Barbosa trying to control from half guard but Bandini is working away.
Barbosa wants to pass to mount but Bandini is defending the position.
Bandini blocking the ground and pound attempt from Barbosa.
Barbosa lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #T3#
Barbosa is trying to control. Bandini wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Barbosa 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. #SUB#
Barbosa is trying to work for a kimura but Bandini is defending well.
Barbosa 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.
Barbosa missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Barbosa is trying to control. Bandini wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Bandini blocking the ground and pound attempt from Barbosa.
Barbosa is taking a breather. Bandini 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.
Barbosa not landing any meaningful shots this time. #T4#
Barbosa is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
Barbosa thows a huge punch but Bandini dodges it nicely.
Barbosa wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bandini keeps working.
Barbosa is thwarting Bandini's attempts to control the position.
Barbosa controlling the pace.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Barbosa throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Barbosa thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Mac Bandini will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Barbosa throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Bandini is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
Barbosa throws a series of punches but Bandini moves out of range.
Barbosa stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from Bandini.
Barbosa moves out of range of the strikes.#TD#
Barbosa fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Bandini sprawls well initially but Barbosa persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Bandini pushes Barbosa off looking to stand but Barbosa dives back in and keeps control.
Barbosa sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Bandini defending well though.
Barbosa is nestled in close to Bandini, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Barbosa missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Barbosa missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Barbosa working the head and body with strikes.
Bandini regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Barbosa.
Bandini is looking to stand up but Barbosa isn't so interested in that idea. #T1#
Barbosa landing some decent shots from guard.
Barbosa trying to control the position from guard on top but Bandini is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Bandini keeping full guard, as Barbosa tries to pass.
Bandini is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Bandini wants to get back to his feet but Barbosa passes into half guard.
#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Barbosa moves nicely into side control.
Barbosa misses with the ground and pound.
Barbosa is looking to take a break and control but Bandini is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Bandini managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by Barbosa.
Barbosa landing with strikes to the head and body from side control. #T3#
Barbosa advances to mount.
Barbosa lands a big shot there that rocks Bandini but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Barbosa looking to control but Bandini is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Bandini is not a happy chappy… he wants out of there.
Bandini is squirming around, avoiding Barbosa's attempts to control the action. #SUB#
Bandini defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Barbosa.
Barbosa scoring with strikes but Bandini is staying in there. #T4#
Barbosa throwing sloppy strikes here. Perhaps if he tightened up his striking from such a dominant position, he'd be able to finish easier.
Barbosa looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Barbosa misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Barbosa can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Bandini is looking to escape.
Barbosa with the ground and pound from mount.
Barbosa lands a heavy elbow.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Barbosa wants to control the pace but Bandini is squirming around nicely.
Bandini takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.#ROC#
Bandini is rocked!
And that's the end of the fight!
Caio Barbosa showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Barbosa 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 Sam Margolis scores the fight 30:27
Judge William Gold scores the fight 29:28
Judge Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Caio Barbosa!
In his post fight interview, Caio Barbosa started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
Friday Night Summer Madness
Date: Jun 28, 2019 |
#R1#
Perovic takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Perovic throws a body punch but Bandini moves out of range.
A low kick from Bandini is predictable there #TD2#
and Perovic counters with a single leg into guard. Bandini didn't expect that.
Perovic won't allow Bandini to get back to his feet.
Perovic stays in close to Bandini's body and controls the position.
Perovic trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Perovic slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB2#
Perovic working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Perovic wants to control but Bandini is keeping him busy. #T1##SUB2#
Perovic is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Bandini knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Bandini is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Perovic off and has taken his back!
Perovic trying to control the hands but Bandini breaks the grip.
Perovic tries to roll but Bandini sticks to his back.
Bandini trying to control momentarily.
Bandini is really struggling to control Perovic but he's trying to hold on to the position.
Bandini is trying to stick to Perovic's back but Perovic is turning into Bandini. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Bandini's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Perovic.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2##SUB2#
Perovic drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Perovic as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Bandini screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Perovic! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Luka Perovic!
After the fight, Luka Perovic 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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