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Event:
TWGC 26 (265+lbs, D3): Finals - Round 3
Date: Oct 28, 2019 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Numero Deux (ranked 2615 p4p, 0 weight class) and Piet Smit (ranked 2403 p4p, 309 weight class). Deux's ring entrance music is that housewives' favourite, Post Party Depression. Smit has chosen Baby Got Back as his entrance music. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 3 losses; Numero Deux! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 0 losses; Piet Smit!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, William Gold and Phil Schofield.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Smit closes the distance and clinches.
Deux successfully pulls guard.
Deux escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Smit gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Smit wants to pass the guard but Deux is keeping the position.
Deux tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Smit looking to pass the guard.
Deux is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Smit is aware though and is defending well.
Smit trying to control but Deux is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Deux is trying to keep Smit in close.
Deux is controlling Smit's posture.
Smit wants to pass the guard but Deux is keeping the position.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Smit wants to control from the top but Deux keeps moving.
Smit works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Deux wants to improve his position but Smit is controlling well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Deux is looking to control Smit's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Deux avoid being mounted?
Deux is looking for a sweep. Smit is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Deux is pressing down on Smit's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Deux looking for a sweep. Not yet Deux, not yet.
Deux is trying to keep Smit in close.
Deux looking for a guillotine here but Smit defends easily.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Smit pushes down on Deux's leg and manages to get into half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Smit is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Deux sees it coming and defends easily.
Smit is looking to take a break and control but Deux is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Smit is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Deux has managed to free his arm - good work.
Deux is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Smit's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Smit's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Deux (4) vs (0) Smit
Deux looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. Smit is controlling Deux 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Deux (4) vs (2) Smit
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Deux looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Deux has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Smit can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Smit trying to control but Deux is working from the bottom.
Deux will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Deux is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Smit drops back looking for a leg! Deux is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Deux manages to kick Smit off! Smit jumps back into Deux's guard.
Deux keeping moving, preventing Smit from controlling successfully.
Deux lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Deux (6) vs (2) Smit
Deux trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Smit throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Deux stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Smit swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Smit is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Deux is aware though and is defending well.
Deux stands and throws Smit's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Deux (9) vs (2) Smit
Smit is trying to improve his position.
Smit keeps trying to improve his position.
Deux tries to advance to mount but can't.
Smit sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Deux is looking to take a break and control but Smit is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Deux prevents Smit from improving his position.
Smit is refusing to be controlled, as Deux sits in half guard.
Smit has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Deux escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Deux! Score +3 for passing guard: Deux (12) vs (2) Smit
Deux moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Deux (14) vs (2) Smit
Smit is trying to escape the mount.
Deux tries to control but Smit wriggling away.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Deux wants to take his opponent's back but Smit doesn't allow it.
Deux controlling from mount.
Deux trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Smit tries to lock up and control but Deux gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Deux sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Smit is squirming around, avoiding Deux's attempts to control the action.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Smit is trying to reverse the position but instead Deux has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Deux (17) vs (2) Smit
Deux is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Smit looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Smit is really stuck here.
Deux tightening his grip on Smit, looking for the choke.
Smit looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
You can see the frustration on Smit's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Deux avoiding Smit 's attempts to control his hands.
Deux keeps control of the position as Smit tries to break free.
Deux working for the choke.
Smit rolls, trying to escape but Deux keeps control of the position.
Smit preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Deux.
Deux trying to control momentarily.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Smit is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Deux working for the choke.
Deux is not going to allow Smit to sit and survive in this position.
Deux trying to control.
Deux working for a choke but Smit is defending well.
Smit can't escape the position.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Smit prevents Deux from getting a body triangle.
Smit is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Deux looking for the choke but no joy.
Smit rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Smit is trying to control but can't.
Deux not doing much here.
Deux is looking to advance position but Smit won't allow it.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Deux is thwarting Smit's attempts to control the position.
Smit is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Smit is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Deux pulls his head out easily.
Deux passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Smit! Score +3 for passing guard: Deux (20) vs (2) Smit
Smit is trying to escape the mount but Deux keeps good control and instead manages to take Smit's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Deux (23) vs (2) Smit
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Deux's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Smit wants to escape the position.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Deux controls the position.
Deux tightening his grip on Smit, looking for the choke.
I really don't envy Smit right now.
Smit looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
You can see the frustration on Smit's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Deux is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Smit is defending well though. Deux let's go of the attempt for now.
I really don't envy Smit right now.
Deux is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Smit wants to control his opponent's hands but Deux gets his hands free.
Smit turns into Deux and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Deux (23) vs (4) Smit
Smit tries to free his leg and advance position but Deux is retaining full guard.
Deux not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Deux manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Smit manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Deux (25) vs (4) Smit
Deux is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Smit is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Deux sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Our spies down at at Death Valley Training Facility inform us that Smit has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Deux wants to control from the top but Smit keeps moving.
Smit is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Smit working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Deux doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Deux manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Deux is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Deux takes the fight on points by 25 to 4.
Numero Deux is the new super heavyweight champion!
Numero Deux very nearly forgot to thank Sportivité 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.
Piet Smit spoke after the fight, saying 'Winning is not everything, it is the only thing! I'll be back!'. |
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Event:
TWGC 26 (265+lbs, D3): Finals - Round 2
Date: Oct 27, 2019 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Fletch Brandis (ranked 2467 p4p, 257 weight class) and Piet Smit (ranked 2393 p4p, 305 weight class). Brandis kept the crowd waiting but all that was forgotten when his ring entrance music started. The incomparable musical genius that is Lynyrd Skynyrd : The Ballad of Curtis Loew. Smit is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Baby Got Back. Fingers crossed for an exciting fight - I'm sure both fighters are looking for a nice under the table bonus!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 2 losses; Fletch Brandis! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Piet Smit!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Richard Clark and Steven Brown.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Brandis closes the distance and clinches.
Smit is looking to take this one to the mat.
Brandis fails to pull guard.
Brandis is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Smit to keep the fight standing.
Brandis tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Fletch Brandis. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Brandis is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Brandis stops a takedown attempt from Smit.
Brandis tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Brandis jumps guard but Smit stands there with Brandis around his waist. Brandis gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Brandis is trying to pull guard but Smit has him pressed against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Brandis jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Smit walks away with a smile on his face. Brandis gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Brandis darts in and clinches Smit up against the cage.
Brandis jumps guard but Smit stands there with Brandis around his waist. Brandis gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Smit goes for a takedown attempt but Brandis pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Brandis moves into the clinch.
Brandis tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Smit just stands there and leans against the cage.
Brandis stops a takedown attempt from Smit.
Brandis jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Smit walks away with a smile on his face. Brandis gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Brandis clinches up against the cage.
Brandis is trying to pull guard but Smit turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Smit is trying to drag Brandis to the mat but Brandis just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Brandis is trying to pull guard but Smit has him pressed against the cage.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Brandis jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Smit walks away with a smile on his face. Brandis gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Smit drives through and clinches with Brandis against the cage.
Brandis gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Smit.
Brandis is trying to pull guard but Smit turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Brandis is trying to pull guard but Smit turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Brandis manages to pull guard.
Smit passes Brandis's left leg - he's now in half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Brandis'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.
Brandis is controlling Smit's trapped leg to prevent Smit from advancing to side control.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Smit wants to pass the guard but Brandis is defending well.
Smit is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Brandis looking for submissions off his back.
Smit is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Brandis sees it coming and defends easily.
Smit is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Brandis trying to control from the bottom.
Smit is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Brandis is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Smit's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Smit's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Brandis (4) vs (0) Smit
Good control from Brandis.
Smit is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Smit fending off the submission attempt from Brandis.
Smit rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Brandis takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Smit actively working from the bottom here.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Brandis is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Smit actively working from the bottom here.
Brandis is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Smit doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Brandis.
Smit trying to control but Brandis postures up.
Brandis is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Smit! Score +3 for passing guard: Brandis (7) vs (0) Smit
Smit tries to improve his position but instead Brandis has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Brandis (10) vs (0) Smit
You can see the frustration on Smit's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Brandis avoiding Smit 's attempts to control his hands.
Brandis keeps control of the position as Smit tries to break free.
Will Brandis go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Smit trying to control but not successfully.
Smit manages to reverse the position and now he's in Brandis's guard. Nice work there by Smit.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brandis (10) vs (2) Smit
Brandis working for a triangle but Smit defends it easily.
Smit preventing the sweep.
Brandis keeping moving, preventing Smit from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Brandis working a defensive guard here.
Smit wants to pass the guard but Brandis is keeping the position.
Smit won't allow Brandis to sweep him here.
Brandis trying to keep a closed guard but Smit is proving a slippery customer.
Brandis wants to control but Smit passes easily into half guard.
Brandis wants to control but Smit is keeping busy.
Smit is working for a submission of some sort.
Smit working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Brandis's thigh. Brandis counters though and makes it back to full guard.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Smit is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Brandis is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Brandis has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Brandis (12) vs (2) Smit
Smit looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Smit looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Brandis passes into half guard.
Brandis is working for a submission of some sort.
Brandis is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Smit defends it well.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Brandis is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Smit has managed to free his arm - good work.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Brandis in particular looking to stall.
Brandis is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Smit is pressing down on Brandis's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Smit is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Brandis defends well.
Brandis trying to control but Smit is working from the bottom.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Brandis is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Smit is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Smit looking for a triangle here. Brandis is fighting it but it looks tight! Smit pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Brandis is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Piet Smit!
During a confident post fight interview, Piet Smit thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
The defeated Fletch Brandis had this to say: 'I think I'm gonna drink a Miller Lite tonight and play some pool.'. |
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Event:
TWGC 26 (265+lbs, D3): Finals - Round 1
Date: Oct 26, 2019 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Trevina Gunter (ranked 3076 p4p, 0 weight class) and Piet Smit (ranked 2382 p4p, 305 weight class). Smit is bobbing his head along to his entrance song: Baby Got Back. This should be a great matchup!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Trevina Gunter! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Piet Smit!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Steven Brown and Richard Clark.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Gunter.
Gunter drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gunter (2) vs (0) Smit
Gunter not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Smit looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Gunter is defending well. Smit quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Gunter has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Smit celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Piet Smit!
A relieved looking Piet Smit thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
TWGC 26 (265+lbs, D3): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Oct 18, 2019 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Piet Smit (ranked 2343 p4p, 292 weight class) and Chet Manley (ranked 4138 p4p, 0 weight class). Smit comes to the cage accompanied by Baby Got Back. Manley has chosen Danger Zone as his entrance music. Well, I have no idea who's going to take this one!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Piet Smit! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Chet Manley!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Timothy Bukovac and Don Winkell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Smit tries to sprawl but Manley drives through with a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Smit (0) vs (2) Manley
Smit actively working from the bottom here.
Smit looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Manley passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Smit (0) vs (5) Manley
Smit is trying desperately to improve position.
Smit regains half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smit looking for submissions off his back.
Smit is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Smit actively working from the bottom here.
Smit looking for submissions off his back.
Smit is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Manley pulls his head out easily.
Manley is pressing down on Smit's thigh, looking to free his foot. Smit is holding on for now.
Manley is taking a breather. Smit 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.
Manley is looking to advance position but Smit won't allow it.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Manley moves into full mount! Smit won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Smit (0) vs (8) Manley
Smit wants to hold on but Manley pushes him away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Smit is desperately trying to improve his position but Manley has a good base and remains in mount.
Smit regains half guard.
Manley trying to pass the guard but Smit defending well.
Manley is working for a submission of some sort.
Smit is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Manley pulls his head out easily.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Smit looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Manley is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Smit doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Manley.
Smit is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Manley's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Manley's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Smit (4) vs (8) Manley
You can see the frustration on Manley's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Smit is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Manley is defending well though. Smit let's go of the attempt for now.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Manley tries to break free.
Smit is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Manley defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Smit is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Manley has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Manley can't escape the position.
Manley showing good submission defense here.
Manley is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Smit off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Manley wants to escape the position.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Smit working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Manley is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Smit gets his way!
Manley fending off the submission attempt from Smit.
Manley defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Smit's arms.
I really don't envy Manley right now.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Smit is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Manley defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Manley is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Smit gets his way!
Smit is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Manley has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Manley defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
Smit is persistently looking for the submission but Manley is defending it well.
Manley is trying to break free.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Smit has the rear naked choke here! This is very bad for Manley! Can he survive? No! He's out! Smit gets to his feet and celebrates with his cornermen. He looks absolutely delighted. In the post fight interviews he takes time to thank his parents and everyone who has believed in him from the start. How sweet.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Piet Smit!
Piet Smit thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
TWGC 26 (265+lbs, D3): Los Angeles Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 17, 2019 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Kooz Wahrr (ranked 7022 p4p, 0 weight class) and Piet Smit (ranked 2330 p4p, 290 weight class). Smit is bouncing up and down as he enters the arena, backed by Baby Got Back. Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Kooz Wahrr! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Piet Smit!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Smit has managed to clinch.
Wahrr gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Wahrr (2) vs (0) Smit
Wahrr seems to be looking for submissions.
Wahrr is looking for a kimura but Smit is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Wahrr to get the leverage.
Smit looking for submissions off his back.
Wahrr tries to pass to full mount but Smit defends it.
Smit looking for submissions off his back.
Wahrr is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Smit defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smit looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Smit looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Wahrr is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Smit is just riding it out for now. Wahrr eventually gives up the hold.
Wahrr has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Wahrr (5) vs (0) Smit
Wahrr is looking to work his way around to Smit's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Smit tries to lock up and control but Wahrr gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Wahrr working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Smit is squirming around, avoiding Wahrr's attempts to control the action.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Smit slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Smit looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wahrr is looking for a kimura but Smit is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Wahrr to get the leverage.
Smit is not content to let Wahrr control the position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Smit manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Wahrr stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Smit swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Wahrr trying to control the position from guard on top but Smit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Smit working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Wahrr doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Smit is tightening it up a little... Wahrr has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Wahrr reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Wahrr taps out! Nice BJJ there by Smit!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Piet Smit!
During a confident post fight interview, Piet Smit thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
UnderGround FC 39
Date: Sep 07, 2019 |
#R1##CL#
Lomax drives through and clinches with Smit against the cage.
Lomax working aggressively here.
Lomax lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Smit backwards.
Nice body punch from Lomax - that landed with a thud.
Lomax stalling the fight.
Lomax struggles to land a body shot inside as Smit controls his hands.
Smit prevents a body shot from Lomax.
Lomax lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Smit taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Smit blocks an uppercut.
Lomax misses with some punches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lomax lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Smit.
Lomax's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Lomax.#T1#
Lomax controlling the action here for a moment.
Lomax tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lomax scores with a nice hook to the head.
Lomax has a couple of punches blocked by Smit.
A short right from Lomax on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Lomax fails to land.
Lomax has Smit pushed against the cage.
A frustrated look appears on Smit's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Lomax struggles to land a body shot inside as Smit controls his hands.
Lomax fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lomax scores with a hook to the body.#T2#
Smit drops down looking for an ankle pick but Lomax pulls his leg out and moves away.
Smit tries to clinch but Lomax moves away
and Lomax counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #CL#
Lomax takes the fight into the clinch.
Lomax throws a head punch that misses.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lomax.
Lomax lands a right hand that snaps the head of Smit backwards.
Lomax misses with a punch on the inside.
Lomax softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Smit has Lomax pressed against the cage.
Lomax misses with some punches.
Lomax tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Smit blocks an uppercut.
#T3#
Lomax leaning against his opponent.
Smit is trying to break the clinch but Lomax has him pressed against the cage.
Lomax tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Smit's elbow.
Smit controlling the action here for a moment.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Lomax.
Lomax tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lomax lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Smit.
Lomax tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Smit's elbow.
Smit is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Lomax is keeping busy.
A nice left hand lands by Lomax.
#T4#
Lomax lands a right hand that snaps the head of Smit backwards.
Smit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lomax slows down the pace here.
Smit is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Lomax gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Smit can't break the clinch.
Smit drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Vincent Lomax has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Piet Smit.
Smit misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A right hand to the body from Lomax.
A right hook to the body lands for Lomax.
Smit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Vincent Lomax dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Lomax avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Piet Smit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Smit gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Lomax misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lomax struggles to land a body shot inside as Smit controls his hands.
Smit is working for takedown but Lomax is calmly controlling the position for now.
Lomax stops a takedown attempt from Smit.
Lomax displaying some good clinch control by pressing Smit up against the cage.
A short right from Lomax. #CUT#
It looks like Piet Smit has been cut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A nice left hand lands by Lomax.
Lomax struggles to land a body shot inside as Smit controls his hands.
Lomax swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Lomax swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Smit wants a takedown.
Vincent Lomax has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Piet Smit.#T1#
Smit using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Lomax has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Lomax lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Smit or not.
Smit blocks an uppercut.
Lomax is pressed up against the cage. Smit has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Lomax down to the mat. Lomax avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance. #CL#
Lomax has Smit up against the cage in a clinch.
Lomax throws a punch but it's blocked by Smit.
Lomax working aggressively here.
Lomax misses with a short punch on the inside.
Lomax is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Smit can do to turn this around?
Lomax throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Smits head.
Lomax can't find room to land a body shot as Smit controls the action.
Lomax has a couple of punches blocked by Smit.
Lomax taking a breather.#T2#
Lomax is leaning against Smit and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
A shot in the inside from Lomax.
Vincent Lomax has scored more points in the clinch so far.
A bit of stalling here from Lomax.
Smit jumps guard but Lomax stands there with Smit around his waist. Smit gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
Lomax misses with a punch on the inside.
Lomax softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Lomax fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lomax throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Smits head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Smit drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#BC2#
Smit breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T3#
Smit looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Lomax is fending him off so far but Smit persists. Nope, Lomax circles away and we're back to standing.
Lomax wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Piet Smit is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Lomax changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Smit tries to close the distance and clinch up but Lomax swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Lomax cracks Smit's jaw with two stiff jabs then ducks low and throws a soul-severing right uppercut to the mouth!! Smit slumps to the ground with blood on his lips. The referee steps in before Lomax can do further damage! This one is done, son!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:21 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Vincent Lomax!
The defeated Piet Smit had this to say: 'Winning is not everything, it is the only thing! I'll be back!'.
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Event:
UnderGround FC 30
Date: Aug 16, 2019 |
#R1#
Smit lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Jones circles away quickly and effectively.
Smit tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Barry Jones seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jones scores with a crisp jab that stopped Smit in his tracks.
Jones takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nice body punch from Jones.
Jones works Smit's body with a nice hook.
Jones blocks a head kick by Smit.
Smit takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Smit moves away from the strike by Jones.
Smit is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
Jones scores with a jab to the head.
Smit misses with a takedown attempt - Jones sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Smit takes one to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Smit misses with a takedown attempt - Jones sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Smit misses with a takedown
enabling Jones to counter with a crisp jab.
Barry Jones has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Piet Smit.#T1#
Smit misses with a takedown attempt
and Jones counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Jones connects with a body shot that sends Smit's belly button to the back.
Jones just misses with a punch to the body.
Smit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Jones.
Jones scores with a decent looking hook.
A jab from Jones finds it's way through Smit's defenses.
Jones looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
The fighters circle momentarily. Jones darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Jones jabs at Smit's body.
Smit doesn't manage to clinch there - Jones circles away.
Smit walks into a stiff left hand from Jones.
Jones is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Smit fails to land the takedown.
Jones throws the left hand but Smit avoids the punch easily.
A swing and a miss from Jones.
Smit is looking for the big counter here.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Jones misses with a body shot.
#T2#
Jones feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Smits jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!#CUT#
It looks like Piet Smit has been cut.
Smit throws out a leg kick but Jones moves out of range and Smit only half commits.
Smit shoots in looking for a takedown. Jones tries to sprawl out of it but Smit keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Jones manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Smit is looking to clinch.
Smit staying out of range there.
Smit walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Nice uppercut there from Jones.
Smit has a takedown stuffed.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Jones checks a leg kick.
Jones dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Smit slips under a jab from Jones.
A looping hook to the body misses from Jones. Smit does a little dance to reset his feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Barry Jones dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Piet Smit's cut.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Jones cracks Smit with an open hand slap.
Smit has his takedown stuffed
and Jones counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Smit is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Smit shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Jones counters with a nice uppercut.
Jones slaps away a takedown attempt from Smit, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Barry Jones has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Piet Smit.
Jones darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jones cracks Smit with a right hand to the side of the head.
Jones lands a glancing blow to the side of Smit's head.
Smit ducks under a wild hook from Jones.
Smit unleashes a big counter combination but Jones bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
Jones keeps the fight on the outside.
A counter left hand to the body from Jones misses its target.
Smit tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A quick step to the side and Jones tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Barry Jones is winning the standup battle so far.#T1#
Smit shoots in looking for a takedown. Jones tries to sprawl out of it but Smit keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Jones manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Smit slips under a jab from Jones.
Jones jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Both these guys seem content to just stand up and trade with eachother but Smit might want to think about changing up his gameplan a bit because over the course of the fight, Jones has got the better of the exchanges.
Nice jab there from Jones.
Smit shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #ROC#
Smit is rocked!
Smit has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
Smit shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Jones defends it nicely.
Smit is still on wobbly legs! Can Jones finish him?
Jones scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Both fighters step back and shake their arms out. Jones engages and cracks Smit with a massive lead left hook - Smit tumbles to the floor, out cold! What a shot! Jones is delighted - all that hard work in training paid off!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Barry Jones!
A very excited looking Barry Jones 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.
In defeat, Piet Smit stepped up to the mic, saying 'Winning is not everything, it is the only thing! I'll be back!'.
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Event:
UnderGround FC 23
Date: Jul 31, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
Smit bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Sundin is looking to regain half guard here but Smit keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB#
Smit tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Smit working the ground and pound but Sundin is defending the strikes. #SUB#
Smit working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Smit wants to control but Sundin is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Smit tries for a kimura but Sundin is defending well. #T1##SUB#
Smit goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Sundin rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Smit's guard! Nice work there by Sundin! #SUB#
Sundin avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Sundin controlling from the top position.
Sundin must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Smit looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Sundin got a little sloppy there for a moment and Smit has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sundin has managed to get both his arms back between Smit's legs - danger averted.#T2#
Sundin is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Smit is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sundin's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Sundin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Smit swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Smit is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Sundin is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Sundin's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Smit tries to strike from the bottom.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Smit looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Sundin is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Piet Smit dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Smit feints and then dives in with a takedown. That was a long way out but the feint bought him enough time to close the distance and complete the takedown. Now we'll play guard for a bit and see who can get the better of that position.
Smit in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Sundin has a closed guard, preventing Smit from standing up.
Smit trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Smit sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Sundin's guard.
Sundin keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB#
Smit seems to be looking for submissions.
Smit 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sundin is controlling Smit's trapped leg to prevent Smit from advancing to side control.#SUB#
Smit is working for a submission of some sort.
#T1##SUB#
Smit seems to be working for a kimura but Sundin defends the submission attempt.
Smit is looking to take a break and control but Sundin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Smit seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Smit is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB#
Sundin is defending against the submission attempts here by Smit.
#SUB#
Smit is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Sundin is just riding it out for now. Smit eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Smit is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Smit is looking for a kimura but Sundin is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Smit to get the leverage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Piet Smit dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
Smit fails to land with a series of punches.
We've been told by Smit's head coaches at Hardpunch (13 Elite / 1000$ that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.#CL#
Sundin tries to keep at a distance but Smit has taken the fight into the clinch.#TD#
Smit wants the takedown. Sundin is fighting it off but Smit persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Sundin's guard against the cage.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Sundin can do anything to dispel that myth.
Smit with a flurry of punches that miss.
Smit throwing strikes but missing.
Smit trying to control the position from guard on top but Sundin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sundin has a closed guard, preventing Smit from standing up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smit throws an elbow that misses. Sundin uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Smit's guard. Nice move by Sundin!#REVB#
Sundin should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Sundin looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T1#
Smit tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Smit is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Sundin can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Smit had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sundin defends it easily.#SUB#
Smit looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Smit has his foot on Sundin's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sundin works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Smit looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Sundin is stalling in the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sundin forces his way into half guard.
Sundin looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T2#
More stalling from Sundin.#SUB#
Smit is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sundin pulls his head out easily.
Still in half guard, Sundin seems content to control.#SUB#
Smit looking for submissions off his back.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Sundin in particular looking to stall.
Mats Sundin has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Piet Smit is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Smit trying to control but Sundin postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Piet Smit showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Smit 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 Chris Saunders scores the fight 30:26
Judge Paul Gruel scores the fight 30:26
Judge Roger Salmon scores the fight 30:26
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Piet Smit!
After winning the bout, Piet Smit thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
Mats Sundin spoke after the fight, saying 'Javlar va fan! '.
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Event:
UnderGround FC 16
Date: Jul 12, 2019 |
#R1##CL2#
Smit clinches.
Harper has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Smit avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Harper looking for a takedown.
Smit stops a takedown attempt from Harper.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robert Harper. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Harper is looking for a takedown.
Harper gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Smit.
Smit tries to score a body lock takedown but Harper shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Harper can't get the takedown.
Harper is working for takedown but Smit is calmly controlling the position for now.
Smit effectively controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harper tries to pull guard but Smit holds him up against the cage and eventually Harper drops back down to his feet.
Harper drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Harper is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#T1#
Harper jumps guard but Smit turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Smit is pressed up against the cage. Harper has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Smit down to the mat. Smit avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Smit moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
A punch lands to the side of Smit 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Harper misses with a hook.
Harper looks to throw the jab but Smit is out of range.
Smit tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Harper manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Harper looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Harper keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Smit slips a jab from Harper.
Harper digs a good hook to Smit's body.
Harper lands a glancing blow to the side of Smit's head.
Harper lands with a hook. Smit tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #T2#
Harper looks to throw the jab but Smit is out of range.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Smit! But no joy.
Harper throws a body punch but Smit moves out of range.
Smit shoots in looking for a takedown. Harper tries to sprawl out of it but Smit keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Harper manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Harper drops down looking for a counter takedown but Smit sprawls and moves away.
Harper throws a lazy right hand but Smit sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Smit tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Harper defends well and Smit ends up having to push Harper into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
A jab from Harper does it's job there.
Smit is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Nice jab there from Harper. #CUT#
It looks like Piet Smit has been cut.
Harper looks to throw the jab but Smit is out of range.
Smit avoids the body shot from Harper.
#T3#
Smit moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Harper misses the jab.
Harper throws a hook to the side of Smit's head but Smit sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.#CL2#
Smit clinches.
Harper can't get the takedown.
Harper on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Harper is trying to drag Smit to the mat but Smit just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.#TD2#
Smit drags the fight down to the ground.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Harper drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Harper jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Harper pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Smit is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Harper avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Harper drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Harper jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T4##SUB#
Harper thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Harper drops back looking for a leg! Smit is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Smit manages to kick Harper off! Harper jumps back into Smit's guard.
Smit looking to control.
#SUB2#
Harper avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Harper drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Harper jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Harper looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Harper thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB2#
Smit looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Robert Harper dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Piet Smit's cut.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R2#
A telegraphed right hand from Harper misses the target.
Smit throws a big counter head kick but Harper avoids it with no problem.#CL2#
Smit gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Smit is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Harper is trying to pull guard but Smit has him pressed against the cage.
Harper tries to score a body lock takedown but Smit shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#BC2#
Smit manages to break the clinch.
Harper throws a hook but Smit blocks it.
Smit keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Harper.
Harper misses with a body shot.
Harper is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Smit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harper tries for a takedown but Smit circles away easily
and Smit counters with a nice uppercut.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Robert Harper. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smit keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Harper.
Smit counters with a body kick.
Smit ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
The fighters circling - Harper throws out the jab but it was never going to land. #T1#
Harper throws a lazy uppercut
and Smit counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Harper rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Smit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Smit moves away from the strike by Harper.
Smit wants to counter the offense by Harper and move into the clinch position.
Harper misses with a hook.
Robert Harper seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Harper throws a poor cross that misses
and Smit makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Smit bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Smit avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Harper lands with a right hand.
Harper swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Smit lets it all go there with a big combo counter but none of the punches connected.#CL2#
Smit has closed the distance and engaged Harper in a clinch.
Smit taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
Harper drops down looking for an ankle pick but Smit pulls his leg out and moves away.
Smit slips under a jab from Harper.
Harper misses with a lunging right hand
and Smit cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#T2#
Harper jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Smit will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Harper defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Smit.
Smit fails with the takedown.
Harper throws a poor cross that misses
and Smit counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Smit takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Smit gets his head snapped back by a nice shot there.
Harper throws a big shot that misses.
Smit moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Harper missing with a left hand there. Smit was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Harper throws a jab when Smit was well out of range.
Harper throws a lazy uppercut
and Smit counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.#T3#
Harper swings widly with a right hand
and Smit counters with a right hand to the body.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Smit.
Harper waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Smit.
Nice shot lands for Harper.
Nice uppercut lands for Harper. That snapped Smit's head back.
Harper throws out a powerful jab.
Harper throws a hook but Smit avoids it easily.
Smit ducks under a wild hook from Harper.
Smit appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Harper looks to land a left hand but Smit moved out of range nicely.
Harper waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Smit.
Smit swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Harper looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Smit is fending him off so far but Harper persists. Nope, Smit circles away and we're back to standing.#CL2#
Smit moves into range and clinches up with Harper.#T4#
Harper goes for a takedown attempt but Smit pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Harper gets tackled into the cage by Smit. Smit maintains the clinch.
Harper is trying to pull guard but Smit has him pressed against the cage.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Harper stops a takedown attempt from Smit.
Harper is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Smit is defending well.
Harper wants a takedown.
Smit goes for a takedown attempt but Harper pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Harper throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL2#
Smit has taken the fight to the clinch.
Harper is looking for a takedown.
Harper drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Smit is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Harper pulls him back up using the underhooks.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Robert Harper will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Piet Smit's cut.
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##CL2#
Smit moves into the clinch.
Harper is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Smit can do to turn this around?
Harper changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Smit fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Smit displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Harper throws out the jab. #CL2#
Smit gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.#BC2#
Smit breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Harper misses with a hook. Smit ducked under it nicely.
Harper connects with a crisp jab.
Harper misses with a left hand
and Smit counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Harper throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Smit follows through with a counter body kick but it doesn't land.
Harper is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Harper misses with a right hand
and Smit cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Harper misses with an uppercut.
Smit staying out of range there.
Harper misses with an uppercut. Smit saw that one coming.
No luck for Smit with that takedown attempt.
Harper drops down looking for a counter takedown but Smit sprawls and moves away.#T1#
Harper swings widly with a right hand
#CL2#
and Smit counters by moving into the clinch.
Harper tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
#TD#
Harper pulls guard successfully.
Smit trying to control but Harper is working from the bottom.
Smit preventing the sweep.
Smit loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Smit postures up and lands a big shot to Harper's brow.
Harper tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Smit makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
Smit trying to control the position from guard on top but Harper is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Harper is on top in guard.
#REVR##SUB2#
Smit looking for a guillotine here but Harper defends easily.
#SUB#
Harper drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Harper jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#T2##SUB2#
Smit throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Smit throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Smit looking for a guillotine here but Harper defends easily.
#SUB#
Harper 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#
Harper is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T3##SUB2#
Smit had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Harper defends it easily.#SUB#
Harper thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Harper drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Smit manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Harper has Smit in his guard.#REVB##SUB#
Harper escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Smit gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Harper working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Smit has passed into half guard!
Harper wants to get back to full guard but Smit has mounted him!
Harper wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Smit.
Piet Smit has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
Smit looking to finish with strikes here!
Harper really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Smit lands a heavy elbow. #CUT2#
It looks like Robert Harper has been cut.#SUB2#
Smit has hold of Harper's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Harper manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#SUB2#
Smit is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Harper has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Harper is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SUB2#
Smit looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Smit tries to stand up but he's trapped just for the moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Piet Smit comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Harper 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 Aleksei Zolotukhin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Valeri Chadov scores the fight 29:28
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Robert Harper!
Robert Harper retains his light heavyweight title!
Robert Harper decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
The defeated Piet Smit had this to say: 'Winning is not everything, it is the only thing! I'll be back!'.
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Event:
The Island Season 9, 205 lbs, Round 4
Date: May 07, 2019 |
#R1#
Smit ducks under a wild hook from Whitaker.
Whitaker's coach down at ELITE Island Gym - 19 Elite Coaches was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Whitaker's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Whitaker throws a big shot that misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Smit misses the target.
A big right from Whitaker misses.
Smit avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Whitaker just misses with a punch to the body.
Smit tries to clinch but Whitaker moves out of range.
Whitaker throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#CL#
Smit closes the distance and clinches. #BC#
Smit breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Whitaker avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Whitaker missing with a left hand there. Smit was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Smit wants to clinch.#T1#
Whitaker connects with a body shot that sends Smit's belly button to the back.
Whitaker misses with a wild body shot.
Smit feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Smit takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Smit misses with a body kick.
Eric Whitaker seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smit fails with an attempt to clinch.
Whitaker throws out a counter right but Smit avoids it with no problem.
Smit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Whitaker.
Whitaker throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Whitaker avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Whitaker is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Smit rather than just go for the knockout.
Smit is looking to clinch. #T2#
Smit shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Whitaker defends it nicely.
Smit takes one to the side of the head.
#CL#
Smit instigates a clinch. #BC2#
Whitaker breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Smit takes one on the button.
Donk. Whitaker catches Smit right on the button with a cross.
Whitaker rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Smit connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Smit slips a jab from Whitaker.#T3#
Whitaker tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Smit was well out of range. Poor timing from Whitaker.
Whitaker lands a body shot.
Smit moves out of range of the strikes.
Whitaker throws a lazy uppercut
and Smit counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Whitaker throws a hook but Smit blocks it.
Smit is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Whitaker throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Smit sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Smit is looking to clinch.
Whitaker looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Whitaker misses the jab.
Smit half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Whitaker throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Smit sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Smit avoids the body shot from Whitaker.
#T4#
Whitaker ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Smit moves away.
Smit tries to close the distance and clinch up but Whitaker swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Whitaker throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Smit tries to close the distance and clinch but Whitaker swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Whitaker misses with a lunging right hand
#CL#
and Smit counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Whitaker working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.#BC2#
Whitaker escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Whitaker misses with an uppercut.
Whitaker lands a head shot.
This has been an exciting period of action!#CL#
Smit instigates a clinch.
Whitaker stops a takedown attempt from Smit.
Smit tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Eric Whitaker dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Whitaker looks to throw the jab but Smit is out of range.
Whitaker misses the jab.
Smit swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Whitaker throws the left hand but Smit avoids the punch easily.
Whitaker throws a body punch but Smit moves out of range.
Smit is looking to clinch but Whitaker is avoiding it.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Whitaker! But no joy.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Smit is defended easily by Whitaker.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smit is looking to clinch.
Smit doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Smit slips a jab from Whitaker.
Smit is looking to counter with head kicks.
Whitaker moves away from the strike by Smit. #T1#
Whitaker ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Smit moves away.
A swing and a miss from Whitaker.
Smit tries to close the distance and clinch up but Whitaker swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Smit is looking to clinch but Whitaker is avoiding it.
Whitaker loads up on a big right hand but Smit slips the punch.
Smit moves in looking to clinch but Whitaker pushes him off.
Eric Whitaker is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Whitaker just misses with a punch to the body.
Whitaker throws a looping overhand right but Smit ducks down to avoid it.
Whitaker misses with a hook to the body
and Smit counters with a nice body shot.
Whitaker throws the left hand but Smit avoids the punch easily.
Smit tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Whitaker manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Smit slips a jab from Whitaker.#T2#
Whitaker scores with a punch to the head.
Whitaker circles away from the clinch attempt.
Whitaker looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Whitaker swings and misses with a hook to the body.
The fight stays on the outside here - Smit looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Smit tries to close the distance and clinch but Whitaker swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Smit wants to clinch up but Whitaker keeps it at a distance.
Smit keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Whitaker ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Whitaker moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Smit on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.#T3#
Whitaker misses with a body shot.
Smit quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
Smit moves out of range as Whitaker strikes.
Whitaker lands with an overhand left.
Whitaker swings widly with a right hand
and Smit counters with a left to the body.
Whitaker throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Whitaker misses with a wild body shot.
Whitaker misses with an uppercut. Smit saw that one coming.
Smit was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Whitaker misses with a straight left.
Smit blocks a jab.
Whitaker throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
An attempted straight right counter from Smit misses the target.
Whitaker swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Whitaker throws a nice looking combination but Smit bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.#T4#
Smit wants to clinch.
Eric Whitaker seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Whitaker is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Smit.
Smit has been working on his balance at , so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Whitaker.
Whitaker throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Smit keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Whitaker.
Smit appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.
Whitaker throws a right hand that misses
letting Smit counter with a right hand.
Smit tries to close the distance and clinch up but Whitaker swats him away and circles back towards the center.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Whitaker misses with a looping right.
Smit slips under a jab.
Smit fails in his attempt to clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Eric Whitaker showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
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#
Smit throws a sloppy head kick and Whitaker moves out of range easily.
Smit slips a jab from Whitaker.
An attempted straight right counter from Smit misses the target.
Whitaker swats away the attempt to clinch by Smit.
Whitaker throws a poor cross that misses
and Smit counters with a nice uppercut.
Whitaker misses the jab.
Sloppy strikes from Smit. Those never looked like landing.
Whitaker waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Smit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Whitaker jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Smit seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Whitaker has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Smit uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Whitaker.
A counter left hand to the body from Smit misses its target.
Whitaker swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Smit swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Whitaker ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Smit moves away.#T1#
Whitaker misses the shot to the body.
Whitaker fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Smit manages to avoid it.
Smit avoids the body shot from Whitaker.
Smit looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
Whitaker looks to land a right hand but Smit moved out of range.
Smit tries to clinch up.
Smit tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Whitaker paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Whitaker doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Whitaker throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling Smit to counter with a crisp jab.
Whitaker waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Smit.
Whitaker looks to land a left hand but Smit moved out of range nicely.
Smit wants to clinch up but Whitaker keeps it at a distance.
Smit fails with an attempt to clinch.
#T2#
Whitaker swings for the body but Smit moves out of range.
Whitaker misses with a wild body shot.
A counter left hand to the body from Smit misses its target.
Smit tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Whitaker paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Whitaker lands with a straight right. Smit didn't see that one coming.
Smit tries to close the distance and clinch up but Whitaker swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Whitaker looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Whitaker circles away from the clinch attempt.
Smit tries a head kick but it misses.
Whitaker throws an overhand right that lands on Smit's shoulder, as Smit tries to avoid the shot.
Whitaker throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Whitaker loads up on a big right hand but Smit slips the punch.
Smit displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Whitaker throws out the jab.
Whitaker throws an off balance right hand
and Whitaker takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #T3#
Smit is looking to clinch but Whitaker is avoiding it.
Whitaker misses the shot to the body.
A counter left hand to the body from Smit misses its target.
Smit ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Smit throws a big counter combination but Whitaker scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Smit avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Smit tries to clinch up but Whitaker circles away and keeps his distance.
Whitaker misses with a looping right.
Smit tries to clinch but Whitaker is having none of it.
Whitaker throws out a loose jab but Smit uses good head movement to avoid it.
Whitaker throws a shot from downtown. Smit moves away and avoids it.
Smit throwing a counter right hand but Whitaker manages to avoid it.
Smit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Whitaker.
Smit is looking to counter punch.
Whitaker's jab looks to have found its range, popping Smit under the eye.
Piet Smit has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Eric Whitaker is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
Whitaker misses with an uppercut. Smit saw that one coming.
Whitaker misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Smit.
Whitaker throws a shot from downtown. Smit moves away and avoids it.
Whitaker throws a hook but Smit blocks it.
Smit swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Smit ducks under a wild hook from Whitaker.
Smit cracks Whitaker with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
Smit misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Smit ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Whitaker thows a left - swing and a miss!
Smit is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
Smit tries to work over Whitaker's front leg with a kick but Whitaker checks it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Eric Whitaker comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Whitaker 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 Sandra Marshall scores the fight for Eric Whitaker!
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight for Eric Whitaker!
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight for Eric Whitaker!
Eric Whitaker wins by unanimous decision!
A relieved looking Eric Whitaker thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
The defeated Piet Smit had this to say: 'Winning is not everything, it is the only thing!'.
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Event:
The Island Season 9, 205 lbs, Round 3
Date: May 06, 2019 |
#R1#
Shibaev misses with a straight left.
Shibaev seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Shibaev throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Shibaev throws a big shot that misses.
Smit appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A big right from Shibaev misses.
Smit raises up his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.#CL2#
Smit forces Shibaev back against the cage and clinches.
Shibaev looking to stall.
Shibaev changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Smit fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Shibaev throws an overhand right that lands on Smit's shoulder, as Smit tries to avoid the shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smit steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Shibaev.
Shibaev shoots in for a takedown but Smit shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Smit appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Shibaev misses with a straight right.
Smit staying out of range there.
Anton Shibaev seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smit defending well as Shibaev loads up on a big left hand. #T1#
Smit uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Shibaev.
Smit stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Smit wants it to stay on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Anton Shibaev. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Shibaev misses with a right hand
enabling Smit to counter with a crisp jab.
Smit tries a head kick but it misses.
Smit 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.
Shibaev moves out of range of the body kick.#TD#
Shibaev scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Shibaev is looking to take a break and control but Smit is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Smit preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Shibaev missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Smit is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Shibaev pulls his head out easily. #T2##SUB2#
Smit actively working from the bottom here.
Smit throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
#SUB2#
Smit looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Smit is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Shibaev pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Smit looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Smit controlling the position well.
Both fighters have adopted an aggressive gameplan on the ground!
Shibaev trying to control the action but Smit is working from the bottom.
Smit is trying to get back to full guard.
Smit is looking to control Shibaev's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Smit avoid being mounted?#T3#
Smit is looking for a sweep. Shibaev is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Smit actively working from the bottom here.
Shibaev thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Smit's head. #SUB2#
Smit is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Shibaev pulls his head out easily.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Smit is trying to get back to full guard.
Shibaev lands strikes from half guard.
Smit moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Shibaev throws a big elbow that misses. #T4##SUB2#
Smit working for a triangle but Shibaev defends it easily.
Shibaev wants to control from the top but Smit keeps moving. #SUB2#
Smit is looking for a triangle but Shibaev pushes his legs off easily.
Shibaev trying to control the position from guard on top but Smit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Shibaev avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Smit looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Shibaev passes into side control.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Smit is trying to get back to half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Anton Shibaev dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Smit is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Shibaev throws a hook to the side of Smit's head but Smit sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Shibaev misses with a hook. Smit ducked under it nicely. #CL2#
Smit has managed to clinch.
Shibaev stops a takedown attempt from Smit.
Smit is clearly stalling here... Pick up the pace son.
Shibaev is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Smit pulls him back up using the underhooks.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smit prevents a takedown attempt there.
Shibaev creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #T1#
Shibaev misses with an elbow strike.
Smit is pressed up against the cage. Shibaev has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Smit down to the mat. Smit 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 Anton Shibaev. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smit doesn't manage to clinch there - Shibaev circles away.
Shibaev is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
Smit uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Shibaev.
Shibaev swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Shibaev throws a jab when Smit was well out of range.#CL2#
Smit gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Shibaev is trying to stall.
Smit prevents a takedown attempt there.
Shibaev wants to take the fight to the mat but Smit manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Shibaev tries for a takedown but Smit manages to get underhooks.
#T2#
Shibaev is looking to break free of the clinch but Smit has double underhooks.
Shibaev misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Shibaev trying to control the position but instead, Smit has worked for underhooks and has pushed Shibaev into the cage.
Shibaev can't get the takedown.
#TD2#
Smit has hold of one of Shibaev's legs. Shibaev is fighting the takedown attempt but Smit gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Smit tries to free his leg and advance position but Shibaev is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Smit thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Smit looking to pass the guard.
Smit lands a couple of elbows.#T3#
Shibaev controls Smit momentarily but Smit frees himself.
Shibaev keeping moving, preventing Smit from controlling successfully.
Shibaev avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Smit is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Smit trying to control but Shibaev is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Smit drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Shibaev dives on top into guard.#REVR#
Shibaev scoring with punches to the head and body. #SUB2#
Smit looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Shibaev passes into side control.
Anton Shibaev overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Shibaev throwing strikes but missing, from side control.
Smit is not content to let Shibaev control the position. #T4#
Smit is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Shibaev's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Smit is trying to maintain the position but Shibaev is very close to passing his half guard.
Smit is not content to let Shibaev control the position.#SUB2#
Smit has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Shibaev escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Shibaev!
Smit parries the strikes from Shibaev easily there. Shibaev is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Smit to escape.
Shibaev 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Smit striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
Smit is trying to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Shibaev fails to land a wild elbow strike.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Piet Smit will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Shibaev's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3##TD#
Shibaev closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Smit to the mat! Smit manages to get full guard.
Smit is looking to stand back up but Shibaev counters by passing into half guard. Oops... bit sloppy there by Smit. #REVB#
Shibaev not landing any meaningful shots this time. #SUB2#
Smit looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Shibaev is looking to take a break and control but Smit is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Smit wants to get back to his feet.
#SUB#
Shibaev 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smit has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Shibaev is working away from the top position though.#T1#
Shibaev 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. #SUB2#
Smit looking for submissions from an awkward position 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. Shibaev connects with a nice short shot to Smit's temple.
Shibaev trying to control from half guard but Smit is working away.
Shibaev missing with some ground and pound from the half guard. #SUB2#
Smit looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Shibaev thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Smit's head. #SUB2#
Smit looking for a kimura from the bottom but Shibaev passes into side control!#T2#
Shibaev working the ground and pound but Smit is defending the strikes. #SUB#
Shibaev thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Shibaev is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Smit can do to turn this around?
Smit is looking to regain half guard here but Shibaev keeps moving and retains side control.
Smit struggling a bit here.
Shibaev trying to control the action but Smit is working from the bottom.
Smit can't do much from the bottom here.
Smit tries to get back to half guard but can't.
An elbow from Shibaev crashes against the mat.
Anton Shibaev is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T3#
Shibaev working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Shibaev creates a bit of distance and throws down some hard shots.
Smit is looking to reverse the position.
Smit is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Smit wants to control but Shibaev postures up.
Shibaev is looking to take a break and control but Smit is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Smit is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Shibaev off and has taken his back!#SUB2#
Smit is persistently looking for the submission but Shibaev is defending it well.
#SUB2#
Smit is working for the choke. I would put my money on him to finish from this position. He's rolled onto his back and has dragged Shibaev with him. Shibaev is trying to defend but Smit has an arm under the chin now! Shibaev grimaces and is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Piet Smit!
Piet Smit thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
The Island Season 9, 205 lbs, Round 2
Date: May 05, 2019 |
#R1#
Smit fails with the takedown.
As Smit tries to get set, Tiramanti tries to push him back and clinch up but Smit manages to avoid the attempt.
Tiramanti throws a big shot that misses.
Tiramanti misses with the combination.
Smit tries a quick counter leg kick but Tiramanti is wise to it.
Smit doesn't manage to clinch there - Tiramanti circles away.
Tiramanti wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Smit gets a clinch.
Tiramanti prevents Smit from breaking the clinch.
Tiramanti effectively controlling the action here.#T1##BC#
Tiramanti pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Smit moves out of range of the strikes.
Tiramanti throws a big shot that misses.
Tiramanti throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#CL#
Tiramanti gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
A right handed body shot lands from Tiramanti.
Smit's coach down at Temp Spar Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Smit's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.#BC2#
Smit manages to break the clinch.
#CL#
Tiramanti has managed to clinch.
Tiramanti is defending well against a takedown attempt.#T2##BC#
Tiramanti breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Tiramanti has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#CL2#
Smit takes the fight into the clinch.
Tiramanti fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Smit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Tiramanti stops a takedown attempt from Smit.
Cesare Tiramanti has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Piet Smit.
Tiramanti dodges an elbow strike from Smit.
Tiramanti misses with a body punch.
Smit has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Tiramanti after a bit of a struggle. #T3#
Tiramanti throws a punch but it's blocked by Smit.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Tiramanti.
Smit drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Tiramanti gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Smit can't get the takedown.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Smit.
Smit blocking some punches.
Tiramanti stalls.
Tiramanti tries to throw a body punch but Smit avoids it by throwing Tiramanti back against the cage. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#TD2#
Tiramanti is fighting off a takedown attempt but Smit is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Tiramanti to the mat. Tiramanti regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Smit landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB2#
Smit drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Smit seems to have locked his on tight now - Tiramanti screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Smit, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Piet Smit!
Our winner, Piet Smit, 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:
The Island Season 9, 205 lbs, Round 1
Date: May 04, 2019 |
#R1#
Suares throws a jab when Smit was well out of range.
Smit slips under a jab.
Suares has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Smit steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Suares.
Smit looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Smit tries to close the distance and clinch up but Suares swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Agustin Suares seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL2#
Smit rushes Suares and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Smit keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Suares's efforts to push away.
Smit's coach down at Temp Spar Gym was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Smit's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
Smit can't get the takedown.
Smit is looking for a takedown.
Suares tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Smit's elbow.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Suares doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
A head punch on the inside from Suares fails to land.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Smit blocking some punches.
Suares wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Suares goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T1#
Suares is looking to control Smit's arms but Smit gets an underhook and turns him. Now Suares has his back to the cage.
Suares misses with a punch to the body.
Suares has had enough of the clinch but Smit keeps him there for the moment.
Suares gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Smit.
Agustin Suares has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Piet Smit.
Suares tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Suares tries a body shot but Smit blocks it.
Suares tries to break the clinch but Smit is controlling the position.
Suares can't break the clinch.
Suares tries to circle away but Smit has him pinned against the cage.
Suares wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Suares fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Suares dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Suares working hard to break the clinch.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Smit is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Suares is defending well.
Smit can't get the takedown.
Suares is trying to push Smit away but Smit has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Suares misses with a punch on the inside.
Smit keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Suares's efforts to push away.
Suares misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Suares tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Smit's elbow. #TD2#
Suares is fighting off a takedown attempt but Smit is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Suares to the mat. Suares regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat.
Suares controls Smit momentarily but Smit frees himself.
Smit trying to control the position from guard on top but Suares is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Smit drops back for a leg here. A bit of a high risk move... He's looking for a kneebar by the looks of things. Now both of them are looking for submissions. Smit seems to have locked his on tight now - Suares screams in pain and taps out furiously! It certainly was a high risk move but it's paid off for Smit, as he picks up the win!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Piet Smit!
An out of breath Piet Smit thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
SPARTA 44
Date: Apr 21, 2019 |
#R1#
A swing and a miss from Romeo.
Smit now looks to counter with a shot at the body.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Smit is trying to drag Romeo to the mat but Romeo just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
A short right from Romeo on the inside.
Romeo digs a right hand into Smit's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Smit's gas tank.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smit wants a takedown but no success here.
#BC#
Romeo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Romeo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Romeo looks to score with a jab to the body but Smit is just out of range.#T1#
Romeo misses with a wild body shot.
Romeo throws a hook but Smit blocks it.
Romeo connects with the punch.#CUT#
It looks like Piet Smit has been cut.
Smit ducks right into an uppercut from Romeo.
Smit uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Romeo.
Romeo scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#ROC#
Smit is rocked!
Romeo misses with a hook. Smit ducked under it nicely.
Smit flicks out a counter leg kick but Romeo steps away.
Romeo drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Smit right on the button. Smit goes down! Romeo follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Romeo gets the win via TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Anthony Romeo!
Anthony Romeo took his opportunity to call for a title shot in his post fight interview.
Piet Smit was interviewed post fight and said 'Winning is not everything, it is the only thing!'.
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Event:
SPARTA 38
Date: Apr 07, 2019 |
#R1#
Cena swats away the attempt to clinch by Smit.#CL#
Smit closes the distance and clinches.
Smit stalling.
Cena tries a body shot but Smit blocks it.
Cena misses with a body punch.
Cena throws a punch but it's blocked by Smit.
Cena throws a punch but it's blocked by Smit.
Cena tries to work over Smit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smit wants a takedown.
Cena prevents the takedown attempt.
Smit has been working on his balance at Temp Spar Gym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Cena.
Smit is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Cena is defending well.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Piet Smit. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smit blocking some punches.
#T1#
Smit prevents a body shot from Cena. #TD2#
Cena gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Smit regains guard.
Cena lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Smit has his foot on Cena's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Cena works his way back into a safe position though.
Smit avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Smit will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Cena throws a big elbow that misses.
My spies in Temp Spar Gym inform me that Cena has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB#
Smit working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Cena doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Cena manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
Smit pushes a forearm under Cena's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Cena is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Piet Smit!
During a confident post fight interview, Piet Smit thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
John Cena spoke after the fight, saying 'My time is not yet now.'.
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Event:
SPARTA 32
Date: Mar 24, 2019 |
#R1#
Smit tries to clinch there but Mabini circles away.
Smit steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Mabini.
Mabini has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Smit is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Mabini throws a body shot but no joy.
Smit shoots in for a double leg but Mabini sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#CL#
Smit has Mabini up against the cage in a clinch.
Mabini misses with a punch on the inside.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mabini.
Mabini tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mabini throws a head punch that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mabini misses with some punches.
Mabini is struggling to control the position.
Smit has been working on his balance at Temp Spar Gym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Mabini.
Mabini scores with an uppercut up the middle.#T1#
Mabini misses with some punches.
Mabini prevents the takedown attempt.
Mabini tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mabini has a couple of punches blocked by Smit.
Mabini lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Smit backwards.
Mabini tries to work over Smit's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mabini misses with a punch on the inside.
Mabini misses with a hook from the clinch.
Mabini misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mabini lands a right hand.
Smit missing with knees to the body.
Mabini working aggressively here.
#T2#
Mabini throws a head punch that misses.
Smit prevents a body shot from Mabini.
Smit blocking some punches.
Mabini lands with a right to the head.
Mabini gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Smit.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Piet Smit. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Mabini lands a right hand.
Mabini throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
A short left from Mabini.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Mabini misses with some punches.
#T3#
Mabini makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Mabini tries to throw a body punch but Smit avoids it by throwing Mabini back against the cage.
Smit wants to take the fight to the mat but Mabini manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Mabini tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mabini on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Smit using the Thai plumb to throw knees but Mabini has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Still in the clinch, Mabini scores with a nice short uppercut.
Smit has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Mabini avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Mabini throws a head punch that misses.
Mabini swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Smit tries to score a body lock takedown but Mabini shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Smit is working for takedown but Mabini is calmly controlling the position for now.#T4#
Mabini struggles to land a body shot inside as Smit controls his hands.
Mabini swings wildly with an uppercut but Smit uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mabini gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Smit.
Mabini lands a left hand that snaps the head of Smit backwards.
A head punch on the inside from Mabini fails to land.
Mabini swings wildly with an uppercut but Smit uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mabini misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mabini lands a hook to the side of the head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Apolinario Mabini dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2#
Smit misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Mabini.
#CUT2#
It looks like Piet Smit has been cut.#CL#
Smit drives through and clinches with Mabini against the cage.
Mabini misses with the head strike.
Mabini misses with a body punch.
Mabini working aggressively here.
Mabini lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Mabini stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Smit.
Smit blocks a body shot from Mabini.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smit tries for a takedown. No joy.
Mabini throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Smits head.
Mabini tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Smit is trying to push Mabini away but Mabini has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Apolinario Mabini seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.#T1#
Smit drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mabini throws a head punch that misses.
Mabini scores with a shot to the side of Smit's head.
Smit wants to take the fight to the mat but Mabini manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Piet Smit. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Smit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Smit drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Mabini gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Mabini lands a right hand.
A head punch on the inside from Mabini fails to land. #T2#
Smit can't get the takedown.
Mabini has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Smit drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Mabini gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Smit.
Smit's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Mabini cracks Smit with a nice body shot.
Mabini misses with a body punch.
Smit is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#T3#
A head punch on the inside from Mabini fails to land.
Smit fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Mabini has a couple of punches blocked by Smit.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Mabini.
Mabini misses with a hook to the ribs.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Mabini creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Mabini misses with a hook from the clinch.
Smit goes for a takedown attempt but Mabini pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Mabini looks to land a right hand but Smit moved out of range.
Smit wants to clinch.
Smit tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Mabini manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
It seemed like Mabini was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.#T4##CL2#
Mabini drives through and clinches with Smit against the cage.
Mabini fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC2#
Mabini breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Mabini scores with a punch to the head.
Mabini looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
Mabini misses with a hook.#CL2#
Mabini gets a clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Smit drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Mabini gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Mabini lands a left hand that snaps the head of Smit backwards.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mabini tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mabini misses with some punches.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Apolinario Mabini showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Piet Smit's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! This is the final round!
#R3#
Smit moves in looking to clinch but Mabini pushes him off.
A big right from Mabini misses.
Smit keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Smit fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Piet Smit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Smit darts in and clinches Mabini up against the cage.
Mabini swings wildly with an uppercut but Smit uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mabini throws a punch but it's blocked by Smit.
Smit looking for a takedown.
Smit is looking to take this one to the mat.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Piet Smit. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mabini tries a body shot but Smit blocks it.
Mabini fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Mabini misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Mabini pushes Smit back against the cage and unloads with a body punch. #T1#
Mabini lands an uppercut.
Smit blocks an uppercut.
Mabini lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Mabini lands with a right to the head.
Smit has had enough of the clinch but Mabini keeps him there for the moment.
Smit drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Mabini gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Mabini tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
A nice right hand lands inside from Mabini.
Mabini tries to throw a body punch but Smit avoids it by throwing Mabini back against the cage. #T2#
Mabini misses with a hook to the ribs.
Mabini lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Mabini goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Mabini working aggressively here.
Mabini swings wildly with an uppercut but Smit uses good head movement to avoid it.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Mabini.
Smit has Mabini pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Mabini manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
A short left from Mabini.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Smit is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Mabini is keeping busy.
Mabini misses with a hook from the clinch. #T3#
Mabini has a couple of punches blocked by Smit.
Mabini misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mabini stops a takedown attempt from Smit.
Mabini throws a punch but it's blocked by Smit.
Smit prevents a body shot from Mabini.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Mabini.
Mabini tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Mabini swings wildly with an uppercut but Smit uses good head movement to avoid it.
Mabini swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Smit goes for a takedown in the clinch but Mabini prevents it.
Piet Smit has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Apolinario Mabini is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T4#
Smit is trying to pull guard but Mabini turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Mabini swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Mabini lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Mabini lands an uppercut.
Mabini goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Smit with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Mabini lands with a short shot to the head.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Mabini has a couple of punches blocked by Smit.
Mabini scores with a shot to the side of Smit's head.
Mabini misses with a punch on the inside.
Smit blocking some punches.
And that's the end of the fight!
Apolinario Mabini comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Mabini 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 Sandra Marshall scores the fight 25:30
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 25:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 25:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Apolinario Mabini!
Apolinario Mabini thanked the fans post fight for their support.
In defeat, Piet Smit stepped up to the mic, saying 'Winning is not everything, it is the only thing!'.
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Event:
SPARTA 27
Date: Mar 13, 2019 |
#R1##CL#
Smit rushes Sakuraba and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Sakuraba misses with some punches.
Sakuraba jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Smit walks away with a smile on his face. Sakuraba gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
Smit gets a clinch.
A short left from Smit. #TD#
Smit works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. #SUB2#
Sakuraba is looking for a triangle but Smit pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Smit has gone for a leg lock! Sakuraba slips out almost immediately though and dives into Smit's guard.#REVB##SUB#
Smit looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Smit throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Sakuraba escapes and throws Smit's legs to the side, diving into side control!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Smit gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1##SUB#
Smit looking for submissions off his back.
Smit gets back to full guard.
Smit keeping full guard, as Sakuraba tries to pass. #SUB#
Smit has his foot on Sakuraba's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sakuraba works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Smit working for a triangle but Sakuraba defends it easily.
#SUB#
Smit has his foot on Sakuraba's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sakuraba works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Sakuraba drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sakuraba jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
My spies in Temp Spar Gym inform me that Sakuraba has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T2##SUB#
Smit has his foot on Sakuraba's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sakuraba works his way back into a safe position though.
Smit has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB#
Smit working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sakuraba doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sakuraba manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Sakuraba passes into half guard under a barage of strikes.
Sakuraba wants to free his trapped foot but Smit is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Smit trying to control here.
#SUB#
Smit looking for a kimura from the bottom but Sakuraba passes into side control!
Smit can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Sakuraba thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T3#
Smit regains half guard.
Smit wants to control but Sakuraba passes into side.
Sakuraba working away.
Smit is looking to regain half guard here but Sakuraba keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Sakuraba is trying to get an arm triangle but Smit is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Sakuraba tries for a kimura but Smit is defending well.
Smit tries to improve position but can't. #T4##SUB2#
Sakuraba is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Smit has escaped the position, nice work there.
Smit wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land.
Smit is trying to buck Sakuraba off.
Sakuraba working away.#SUB2#
Sakuraba tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Sakuraba looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Smit is looking to reverse the position.
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 Piet Smit will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Smit forces Sakuraba back against the cage and clinches.
Smit drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Sakuraba gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Smit stalls.
Sakuraba jumps guard but Smit stands there with Sakuraba around his waist. Sakuraba gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sakuraba controlling the action here for a moment.
#T1#
Sakuraba tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Sakuraba jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Smit walks away with a smile on his face. Sakuraba gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Piet Smit has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Kazushi Sakuraba.#CL#
Smit closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Sakuraba misses with the head strike.
Sakuraba's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#BC#
Smit pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.#CL#
Smit closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Sakuraba tries to pull guard but Smit forces him back to his feet, against the cage.#T2#
Sakuraba is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Smit to keep the fight standing.
Sakuraba can't find room to land a body shot as Smit controls the action.
Smit has Sakuraba pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Sakuraba manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Sakuraba is trying to break the clinch but Smit is controlling him.
Sakuraba is trying to stall.
Sakuraba tries to pull guard but Smit holds him up against the cage and eventually Sakuraba drops back down to his feet.
Sakuraba tries to pull guard but Smit forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Sakuraba tries to pull guard but Smit holds him up against the cage and eventually Sakuraba drops back down to his feet.
#T3#
Sakuraba jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Smit walks away with a smile on his face. Sakuraba gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head. #CL#
Smit moves into the clinch.
Sakuraba struggles to land a body shot inside as Smit controls his hands.
Sakuraba doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Sakuraba can't find room to land a body shot as Smit controls the action.
Smit goes for a takedown attempt but Sakuraba pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL#
Smit has Sakuraba up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD2#
Sakuraba manages to pull guard.
#T4##SUB2#
Sakuraba is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Sakuraba had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Smit defends it easily.
Smit trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Smit wants to control from the top but Sakuraba keeps moving.
Smit pushes down on Sakuraba's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Smit is trying to work for a kimura but Sakuraba is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sakuraba is looking to improve his position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Piet Smit dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Sakuraba misses with an uppercut
and Smit counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Sakuraba thinking.
Sakuraba looks to land a right hand but Smit moved out of range.
Smit shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Sakuraba defends it nicely.
Smit is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Sakuraba.
Smit throws a shot from downtown. Sakuraba moves away and avoids it.
Sakuraba swats away the attempt to clinch by Smit.
Sakuraba throws a shot from downtown. Smit moves away and avoids it.
Piet Smit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Smit tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD2#
and Sakuraba counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Sakuraba.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Smit is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sakuraba defends well.#SUB2#
Sakuraba 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. #T1##SUB2#
Sakuraba drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Sakuraba jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB#
Smit escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sakuraba gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Smit is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Sakuraba rolls with it to try and escape but Smit cranks on the arm and Sakuraba is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:45 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Piet Smit!
An out of breath Piet Smit thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
SPARTA 22
Date: Mar 01, 2019 |
#R1#
Romeo misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Smit.
Smit keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Romeo.
Smit tries to close the distance and clinch up but Romeo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Smit is looking to clinch.
Romeo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Smit tries to close the distance and clinch but Romeo swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Romeo connects with a right hand. Smit shakes it off.
Romeo stuns Smit with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Smit moves in looking to clinch but Romeo pushes him off.
Smit moves in looking to clinch but Romeo pushes him off.#CL#
Smit closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Romeo stalling against the cage.
#TD#
Smit decides to pull guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SU2#
Romeo decides he's had enough of playing guard and decides to stand. Come on Smit, up you get!
Smit wants to clinch.#T1#
Decent striking displayed by Romeo there.#CUT2#
It looks like Piet Smit has been cut.
Smit tries to close the distance and clinch but Romeo swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Smit is looking to clinch but Romeo is avoiding it.
Nice shot by Romeo.
Romeo fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Romeo throws an overhand right that lands on Smit's shoulder, as Smit tries to avoid the shot.
Romeo misses the body punch
and Smit counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Smit shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Romeo as he jumps to the side.
Romeo keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Romeo looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
Romeo swats away the attempt to clinch by Smit.
Romeo thuds a left hand into Smit's body.
Smit looks to clinch
and Romeo makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Romeo misses with a straight left.
Romeo has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Anthony Romeo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T2#
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!
Smit tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Romeo connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Smit holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Romeo is struggling to control the position.#BC2#
Romeo breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Smit tries to close the distance and clinch up but Romeo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Romeo doesn't fully commit to the body shot counter.
Smit keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Romeo loads up on a big right hand but Smit slips the punch.
Romeo just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromSmit.
Romeo swings for the body but Smit moves out of range.
#T3#
Romeo takes a swing at Smit's ribcage but misses.
Smit moves out of range of the strikes.
Smit tries to clinch but Romeo moves out of range.
Romeo misses with a straight right.
Romeo looks to land a left hand but Smit moved out of range nicely.
Romeo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Smit uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Romeo.
Romeo tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Smit was well out of range. Poor timing from Romeo.
Smit tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Romeo manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Smit throws a wild body kick that Romeo sees coming a mile off.
Romeo throws a big shot that misses.
Romeo keeps the fight on the outside.
Romeo looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Romeo takes a swing at Smit's ribcage but misses. #CL#
Smit drives through and clinches with Romeo against the cage.
Romeo stalls. #BC2#
Romeo breaks the clinch.
#T4#
Smit is looking to clinch but Romeo is avoiding it.
Romeo ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Smit moves away.
Romeo fails to land with a series of punches.
Smit tries to clinch up.
Romeo's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Romeo duly obliges.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Romeo jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Romeo throws a body shot but no joy. #CL#
Smit clinches up against the cage.
Smit has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Romeo is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Piet Smit. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Romeo breaks from the clinch.
Smit with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Romeo to score with a decent uppercut.#CUT2#
Piet Smit's cut is getting worse.
Romeo steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Smit.
Romeo swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Smit ducks under a wild hook from Romeo.
Smit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Romeo moves away.
Smit will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
A countering left hand to the body from Romeo misses.#CL#
Smit has closed the distance and engaged Romeo in a clinch.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Anthony Romeo dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Piet Smit's cut.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Smit wants to clinch up but Romeo keeps it at a distance.
Smit looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Smit ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Romeo moves away.
Smit takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Smit tries to close the distance and clinch up but Romeo swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Smit throws a jab but it's blocked by Romeo.
Romeo scores with a nice right hand.
Smit moves in looking to clinch but Romeo pushes him off.
Romeo takes a swing at Smit's ribcage but misses.
Romeo misses with a wild combination.
Smit was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
Smit tries to clinch up.
Romeo throws the left hand but Smit avoids the punch easily.
Smit moves away from the strike by Romeo.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Romeo circles away from the clinch attempt
and Romeo counters with a nice uppercut.
Smit tries to clinch but Romeo moves out of range. #CL#
Smit instigates a clinch.
Smit fails to pull the fight into his guard.
#T1#
Smit jumps guard but Romeo turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
Smit tries to score a body lock takedown but Romeo shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Piet Smit. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Romeo has Smit pushed against the cage.
Romeo lands on the inside with an uppercut. #BC2#
Romeo breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Smit tries to close the distance and clinch but Romeo swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Romeo throws out a counter right but Smit avoids it with no problem.
Smit takes one on the button.#CL#
Smit clinches up against the cage.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#BC2#
Romeo escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T2#
Romeo throws a hook but Smit blocks it.
Smit is looking to clinch but Romeo is avoiding it.
Romeo scores with a jab. Smit acknowledges it with a nod of the head.
Smit closes the distance looking to clinch
and Romeo counters with a lovely shot to the body.
Romeo keeps the fight on the outside.
Smit blocks a jab.
The crowd cheers as Romeo lands an impressive looking overhand right. Smit doesn't seem phased though.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Romeo connects with a body shot that sends Smit's belly button to the back.
Romeo has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Romeo lunges at Smit with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Smit's hand. #ROC2#
Smit is rocked!
Smit moves in looking to clinch but Romeo pushes him off.
A little jabbing left from Romeo on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Oh Smit is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Smit walks into a picture perfect straight right hand from Romeo! He's gone down face first to the canvas, unconscious before he even hit the floor! Ohhhh. My. Goodness! That boys and girls was a beautiful knockout! Give that man a biscuit!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:51 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Anthony Romeo!
Anthony Romeo is the new light heavyweight champion!
In defeat, Piet Smit stepped up to the mic, saying 'Winning is not everything, it is the only thing!'.
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Event:
SPARTA 18: Smit vs. Ndlandla
Date: Feb 20, 2019 |
#R1#
Ndlandla cracks the inside of Smit's front leg.
Ndlandla misses with a straight left.
Smit ducks under a wild hook from Ndlandla.#CL#
Smit moves into the clinch.
Ndlandla doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Smit.
Smit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Smit changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Ndlandla fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Ndlandla lands a leg kick that knocks Smit off balance momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL#
Smit closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #BC2#
Ndlandla escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#CL#
Smit clinches up with Ndlandla and pushes him back against the cage.
Ndlandla doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Smit tries for a takedown but Ndlandla manages to get underhooks.
#T1#
A head punch blocked on the inside by Smit.
Smit blocks an uppercut.
#BC2#
Ndlandla breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Ndlandla keeps the fight on the outside.#CL#
Smit has Ndlandla up against the cage in a clinch.
Ndlandla has had enough of the clinch but Smit keeps him there for the moment.#BC2#
Ndlandla manages to break the clinch.
Smit looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Smit tries to close the distance and clinch but Ndlandla swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Smit backing away here, and Ndlandla unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Ndlandla throws a jab when Smit was well out of range.
Smit uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Ndlandla.
Smit tries to clinch but Ndlandla is having none of it. #CL#
Smit clinches.
Ndlandla is trying to push Smit away but Smit has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.#T2#
Ndlandla prevents the takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Piet Smit. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
Ndlandla manages to break the clinch.
Ndlandla looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Smit wants to clinch.
Ndlandla tests Smit's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Smit keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
Smit steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Ndlandla.
Smit is looking to clinch.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Ndlandla! But no joy.
Ndlandla throws a shot from downtown. Smit moves away and avoids it.
Ndlandla throws a nice inside leg kick.
Some wild striking there from Smit.
Ndlandla swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#T3##CL#
Ndlandla gets tackled into the cage by Smit. Smit maintains the clinch.
Ndlandla misses with some punches.
#BC#
Smit's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Smit tries to clinch but Ndlandla is having none of it.
Ndlandla misses with a low kick as Smit jumps back.
Smit swings for the body but Ndlandla moves out of range.
Smit keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Ndlandla.
Smit tries to clinch up.
A little jabbing left from Ndlandla on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.#CL#
Smit darts in and clinches Ndlandla up against the cage.
Ndlandla misses with some punches.
Ndlandla wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
Smit has Ndlandla pressed against the cage.
#TD#
Smit jumps guard.
#T4##SUB#
Smit escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Ndlandla gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Smit is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ndlandla defends well.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ndlandla trying to control but Smit is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Smit is actively looking for submissions from his back. He's worked himself a little space on the bottom and seems to be going for a triangle. No, he's switched into an armbar! That was slick! Ndlandla rolls with it to try and escape but Smit cranks on the arm and Ndlandla is forced to tap out! This one is aaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:53 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Piet Smit!
Piet Smit retains his light heavyweight title!
Piet Smit 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:
SPARTA 15: Smit vs. Gracie 2
Date: Feb 10, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Smit tries to sprawl but Gracie drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Gracie wants to control but Smit is keeping him busy.
Smit is pressing down on Gracie's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#SUB#
Smit working for a triangle but Gracie defends it easily.
Gracie is stalling in the full guard.
Gracie has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Yaw-Yan MMA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Gracie tries to free his leg and advance position but Smit is retaining full guard.
Smit not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Gracie got a little sloppy there for a moment and Smit has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gracie has managed to get both his arms back between Smit's legs - danger averted.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smit is trying to keep Gracie in close.
Gracie looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T1#
Gracie passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Gracie seems to be working for a kimura but Smit defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Smit actively working from the bottom here.
Smit is staying active underneath Gracie, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Gracie is controlling the pace.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Smit tries to roll over but Gracie keeps him under control.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Gracie is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Smit is just riding it out for now. Gracie eventually gives up the hold.
Gracie is keen to just control but Smit is a slippery customer.
Gracie trying to mount his opponent but Smit defends it.
Gracie is looking to take a break and control but Smit is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Gracie is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Smit tries to roll over but Gracie keeps him under control.
Gracie is trying to control. Smit wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3##SUB#
Smit looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Gracie prevents Smit from improving his position.#SUB#
Smit looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are battling for position here. Smit manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Smit looking to control.
#SUB#
Smit is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gracie is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Smit looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Gracie trying to control the position from guard on top but Smit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Smit keeping full guard, as Gracie tries to pass. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Gracie wants to control from the top but Smit keeps moving.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Smit looking for a triangle here. Gracie is fighting it but it looks tight! Smit pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Gracie is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:37 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Piet Smit!
Piet Smit retains his light heavyweight title!
Piet Smit 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:
SPARTA 12: Smit vs. Gracie
Date: Jan 30, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Gracie gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Gracie is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Smit looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Smit looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Smit looking for submissions off his back.
Smit pushes Gracie off looking to stand but Gracie dives back in and keeps control.
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.#SUB#
Smit actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Gracie is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Smit wants to control but Gracie is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
Smit is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Gracie is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Smit defends it well.
Smit is staying active underneath Gracie, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Smit definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Gracie looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Smit moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Smit is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#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.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Gracie controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Gracie got a little sloppy there for a moment and Smit has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gracie has managed to get both his arms back between Smit's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Smit is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Smit looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Gracie has picked Smit up and slammed him! Smit can't keep hold of the triangle and Gracie manages to pass to side control!
Smit is trying to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Smit is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Gracie looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Smit tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Gracie wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T3#
Gracie wants to lay and pray for a moment but Smit keeps working. #SUB2#
Smit is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Gracie's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Gracie! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Smit has tapped! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Royce Gracie!
During a confident post fight interview, Royce Gracie thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
In defeat, Piet Smit stepped up to the mic, saying 'Winning is not everything, it is the only thing!'.
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Event:
SPARTA 9: Aguinaldo vs Duke B.
Date: Jan 20, 2019 |
#R1#
Romeo misses with a straight right.
Smit tries to clinch there but Romeo circles away.
Romeo just misses with a punch to the body.
As Romeo tries to get set, Smit tries to push him back and clinch up but Romeo manages to avoid the attempt.
Romeo lands with a nice body punch.
Smit tries to clinch up but Romeo circles away and keeps his distance.#CL#
Smit forces Romeo back against the cage and clinches.
Romeo displaying some good clinch control by pressing Smit up against the cage.
Romeo throws a punch but it's blocked by Smit.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Romeo misses with a hook to the ribs.
Romeo effectively controlling the action here.#TD#
Smit jumps guard.
#T1##SUB#
Romeo is posturing up here but Smit has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Romeo tries to roll out but it's too tight and Romeo has to tap! Slick submission there by Smit!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Piet Smit!
Piet Smit is the new light heavyweight champion!
A very excited looking Piet Smit 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:
ST. PIERRE vs. BLACKBEARD
Date: Jan 09, 2019 |
#R1#
Smit lands a nice shot to the body.
#CL#
Smit clinches up with Beaswood and pushes him back against the cage.#TD2#
Beaswood turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Beaswood manages to end up in side control.
Sloppy strikes there by Beaswood.
Smit manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
Smit is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Beaswood pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Smit is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Beaswood pulls his head out easily.
Beaswood looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Smit regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Smit is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Smit trying to strike off his back.
#SUB#
Smit is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Beaswood frees his head nicely. Oh but Smit has switched to an armbar! Beaswood is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Piet Smit!
A very excited looking Piet Smit 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:
SPARTA 3: J. Luna vs. Umbebe
Date: Dec 30, 2018 |
#R1#
A swing and a miss from Fortin.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Smit.#CL#
Smit gets a clinch.
Smit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Smit is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD2#
Fortin pulls Smit into guard.
Fortin working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smit won't allow Fortin to sweep him here.
Smit definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#SUB#
Smit drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Fortin dives on top into guard.#REVB##SUB#
Smit throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Fortin must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T1#
Fortin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Smit has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Fortin doesn't defend quickly enough and Smit has managed to lock this one up! Can Fortin escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Smit on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Piet Smit!
A relieved looking Piet Smit 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:
ROTI-12
Date: Dec 15, 2018 |
#R1#
Smit slips under a jab from De Bois.
Smit uses good head movement to avoid the hook from De Bois.
De Bois swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Smit is trying hard to land a takedown here. De Bois sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Smit throws an uppercut from half a mile away. De Bois sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Smit fails to land the takedown.
De Bois leaves Smit with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Jambe De Bois has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Piet Smit.
Smit tries to clinch but De Bois moves out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smit shoots in looking for a takedown. De Bois tries to sprawl out of it but Smit keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. De Bois manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
De Bois throws a shot from downtown. Smit moves away and avoids it.
Smit wants to clinch#TD#
and De Bois counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #T1#
De Bois working the head and body with strikes.
De Bois lands with a punch from half guard.
De Bois thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Smit's head.
De Bois working Smit over with strikes.
De Bois is controlling the pace.
De Bois is thwarting Smit's attempts to control the position.
De Bois definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T2#
Smit is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but De Bois is staying active.
Smit blocking the ground and pound attempt from De Bois.
De Bois sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Smit defending well though.
De Bois not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Smit trying to control but De Bois postures up.
Smit avoiding damage under a succession of punches from De Bois.
De Bois thows a huge punch but Smit dodges it nicely.
De Bois lands with a punch from half guard.
De Bois landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB2#
Smit looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
De Bois knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Smit on the ground.
De Bois trying to control from half guard but Smit is working away.
Smit looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T3#
Smit controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Smit trying to hold on to De Bois's head to control him but De Bois postures up.
De Bois seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Smit does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Smit trying to hold on to De Bois's head to control him but De Bois postures up.
#SUB2#
Smit is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but De Bois pulls his head out easily.
Smit holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #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.
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. De Bois connects with a nice short shot to Smit's temple.
Nice strikes from De Bois there.
De Bois lands with a punch from half guard.
Smit moves into full guard.
De Bois wants to control from the top but Smit keeps moving.
De Bois connects with a couple of short punches.
De Bois working some strikes from top position.
Smit keeping moving, preventing De Bois from controlling successfully.
De Bois trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Smit controls De Bois momentarily but De Bois frees himself.
De Bois slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jambe De Bois 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#
Smit tries to clinch up but De Bois circles away and keeps his distance.
Smit keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
De Bois swings for the body but Smit moves out of range.
Smit tries to clinch but De Bois is having none of it. #CL2#
Smit has De Bois up against the cage in a clinch.
De Bois swings wildly with an uppercut but Smit uses good head movement to avoid it.
De Bois misses with a short punch on the inside.
De Bois is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Smit can do to turn this around?
Smit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smit missing with knees to the body.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for De Bois.
De Bois tries to throw a body punch but Smit avoids it by throwing De Bois back against the cage.
De Bois tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Smit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T1#
Smit blocks an uppercut.
De Bois misses with a hook from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for De Bois.
Smit blocking some punches.
Smit blocking some punches.
Smit drops down looking for an ankle pick but De Bois pulls his leg out and moves away.
De Bois uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Smit.
Smit misses with a takedown
and De Bois cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.#CL2#
Smit pushes De Bois up against the cage in a clinch.
Smit blocks a body shot from De Bois.
Smit blocks an uppercut.
De Bois swings wildly with an uppercut but Smit uses good head movement to avoid it.
De Bois taking a breather. #T2#
De Bois tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Smit's elbow.
De Bois works on Smit's body with a couple of short punches.
Smit is trying to break free.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Smit.
A head punch on the inside from De Bois fails to land.
Smit is looking to break free of the clinch but De Bois has double underhooks.
De Bois misses with the head strike.
De Bois swings wildly with an uppercut but Smit uses good head movement to avoid it.
De Bois fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#BC#
De Bois breaks the clinch.
De Bois throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
De Bois lands with a right hand. #CUT#
It looks like Piet Smit has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Smit wants to clinch up but De Bois keeps it at a distance.#T3#
De Bois keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
De Bois throwing a counter right hand but Smit manages to avoid it.
Jambe De Bois has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Piet Smit.
Smit tries to clinch up.
Smit tries to clinch up.
De Bois throws a jab when Smit was well out of range.
De Bois looks to land a left hand but Smit moved out of range nicely.
The fighters circling - De Bois throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
De Bois ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Smit moves away.
Smit gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
and De Bois counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
De Bois misses with a looping left.
Smit tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but De Bois paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A slow jab from De Bois misses its intended target.
Jambe De Bois is winning the standup battle so far.
Smit tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion. #T4#
De Bois is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Smit.
Smit misses with an uppercut.
Smit tries for a takedown but De Bois sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
De Bois circles away from the clinch attempt.
An attempted straight right counter from De Bois misses the target.
De Bois punishes Smit's body with a nice straight punch.
Smit bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
De Bois throws a hook but Smit avoids it easily.
Smit wants to clinch up but De Bois keeps it at a distance.
De Bois throwing a counter right hand but Smit manages to avoid it.
Smit tries to clinch up.
De Bois circles away from the clinch attempt.
De Bois appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#CL2#
Smit rushes De Bois and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Smit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
De Bois swings wildly with an uppercut but Smit uses good head movement to avoid it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jambe De Bois dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Piet Smit's cut.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Smit takes one to the chin there.
De Bois misses with a looping left.
Smit blocks a jab.
Smit tries to clinch there but De Bois circles away.
De Bois is really head hunting here, hardly looking to strike to the body at all.
De Bois keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from De Bois. Smit does a little dance to reset his feet.
The fight stays on the outside here - Smit looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
It looked like De Bois wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Piet Smit seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smit uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from De Bois.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Smit.
Smit misses with a takedown #TD#
so De Bois counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #T1#
De Bois showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
De Bois lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB2#
Smit working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. De Bois doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. De Bois manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
De Bois working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Smit controls De Bois momentarily but De Bois frees himself.
De Bois keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Smit's head.
Smit is trying to keep De Bois in close.
Jambe De Bois overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Smit is looking for a triangle but De Bois pushes his legs off easily.
#T2#
De Bois missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Smit trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Smit working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. De Bois doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. De Bois manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
De Bois landing some decent shots from guard.
De Bois landing with the ground and pound.
Smit avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
De Bois is working Smit over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes. #T3#
De Bois stopping the sweep attempt from Smit.
De Bois is in close to Smit's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Smit utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
De Bois working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound. #SUB2#
Smit is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and De Bois defends well.#SUB2#
Smit looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Smit takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
De Bois trying to control the position from guard on top but Smit is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
De Bois is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
Smit keeping moving, preventing De Bois from controlling successfully.
De Bois working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
De Bois has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T4#
De Bois throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Smit works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
De Bois got a little sloppy there for a moment and Smit has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, De Bois has managed to get both his arms back between Smit's legs - danger averted.
Smit keeping moving, preventing De Bois from controlling successfully.
Smit trying to keep a closed guard but De Bois is proving a slippery customer.
Piet Smit has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Jambe De Bois is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
De Bois showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jambe De Bois showed his dominance in that final round.
Well De Bois 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 Michael Johnstone scores the fight 30:27
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 30:27
Judge David Hoff scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jambe De Bois!
Jambe De Bois thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Piet Smit was interviewed post fight and said 'Winning is not everything, it is the only thing!'.
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Event:
ROTI-09
Date: Dec 01, 2018 |
#R1#
Dalton scores with a hook.#CL2#
Smit gets a clinch.
Dalton misses with a short punch on the inside.
Smit is looking to take this one to the mat.
Dalton misses with a short punch on the inside.
Smit with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Smit is looking for a takedown.
Smit has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Dalton is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Arnold Dalton has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Piet Smit.
Dalton misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dalton struggles to land a body shot inside as Smit controls his hands.
Dalton misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smit blocking some punches.
Dalton throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Smits head.
Smit taking a breather.
Dalton misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T1#
Dalton misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dalton has a couple of punches blocked by Smit.
Dalton throws a punch but it's blocked by Smit.
Smit displaying some good clinch control by pressing Dalton up against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Smit.
Smit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Smit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dalton lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Smit backwards.
Dalton misses with some punches.
Smit is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Dalton gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Dalton misses with a punch on the inside.
Dalton misses with a short punch on the inside. #T2#
Dalton softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Dalton creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Dalton pushes Smit back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dalton.
Dalton misses with a punch on the inside.
Dalton looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Dalton misses with a body punch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dalton.
Dalton lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Dalton struggles to land a body shot inside as Smit controls his hands.
Dalton throws a head punch that misses.
Dalton being controlled against the cage.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Dalton tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #T3#
Dalton scores with a nice hook to the head.
Smit blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Smit drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Smit is looking for a takedown.
Dalton content to slow the pace in the clinch.
Dalton tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dalton prevents a takedown attempt there.
We've been informed that Smit has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.
Smit has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Dalton avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
A shot in the inside from Dalton.
Smit tries to score a body lock takedown but Dalton shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#T4#
Smit is trying to drag Dalton to the mat but Dalton just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Dalton is stalling here.
Dalton misses with a punch on the inside.
Dalton throws a head punch that misses.
Smit drops down looking for an ankle pick but Dalton pulls his leg out and moves away.
Dalton throws a looping overhand right but Smit ducks down to avoid it.
A swing and a miss from Dalton.
Arnold Dalton is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dalton circles away from the clinch attempt
and Dalton counters with a stiff right hand.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
A left lands for Dalton.
Sloppy strikes from Dalton. Those never looked like landing. #CL2#
Smit closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Arnold Dalton dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Dalton throws the left hand but Smit avoids the punch easily.#CL#
Dalton closes the distance and clinches.
Dalton is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Dalton tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Smit goes for a takedown attempt but Dalton pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Smit rushes Dalton and presses him up against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Dalton.
Dalton misses with a punch on the inside.
Dalton working aggressively here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dalton has a couple of punches blocked by Smit.
Dalton throws a punch but it's blocked by Smit.
Dalton pushes Smit back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Dalton trying to land knees to the body.
#T1#
Dalton tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Dalton lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Smit trying to land knees to the body.
Smit blocking some punches.
Smit blocks an uppercut.
Dalton lands a body punch in the clinch.
Dalton swings wildly with an uppercut but Smit uses good head movement to avoid it.
Smit stalling in the clinch.
Smit swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dalton is struggling to control the position.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dalton. #T2#
Smit blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Dalton prevents a takedown attempt there.
Arnold Dalton has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Piet Smit.
Smit being controlled against the cage.
Smit is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Dalton gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Smit prevents a body shot from Dalton.
Dalton can't find room to land a body shot as Smit controls the action.
Smit blocking some punches.
Dalton tries to throw a body punch but Smit avoids it by throwing Dalton back against the cage.
Dalton softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
Dalton tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T3#
Dalton misses with some punches.
Dalton misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Dalton could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dalton.
Dalton swings wildly with an uppercut but Smit uses good head movement to avoid it.
Dalton throws a head punch that misses.
Dalton throws a punch but it's blocked by Smit.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Smit.
Dalton is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Smit can do to turn this around?
Dalton lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of Smit backwards.
Dalton working aggressively here.
Dalton lands a body shot.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Dalton misses with the head strike.
#T4#
Smit changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Dalton fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL#
Dalton instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Smit manages to pull guard.
Smit has his hands on Dalton's head, controlling the position.
Smit is trying to keep Dalton in close.
#SUB2#
Smit looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dalton is looking to advance position but Smit has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVB#
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Dalton working to try and regain half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Arnold Dalton dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3##CL#
Dalton moves into the clinch successfully.
Smit is looking for a takedown.
Dalton misses with a short punch on the inside.
Smit wants a takedown.
Dalton working aggressively here.
Smit has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Dalton after a bit of a struggle.
Arnold Dalton has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Piet Smit.
Smit is trying to drag Dalton to the mat but Dalton just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Arnold Dalton has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Dalton swings away with an uppercut that misses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dalton displaying some good clinch control by pressing Smit up against the cage.#BC2#
Smit breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T1#
No luck for Smit with that takedown attempt.
Dalton appears to be looking for a big counter.#CL#
Dalton has taken the fight to the clinch.
A short right from Dalton.
Dalton lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Dalton misses with a hook to the ribs.
Dalton lands a right hand.
Dalton stalls.
Dalton misses with a hook from the clinch.
Dalton stalling in the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Dalton.
Smit blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T2#
Dalton lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Dalton swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Dalton gets through Smit's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Smit drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Dalton gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Dalton misses with a hook from the clinch.
Arnold Dalton is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Dalton throws a punch but it's blocked by Smit.
Dalton stops a takedown attempt from Smit.
Dalton throws a punch but it's blocked by Smit.
Dalton working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Dalton fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T3##TD2#
Smit manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #SUB2#
Smit 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.
Dalton stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Smit swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Dalton has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Smit to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Dalton is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Smit pulls down on the head and he's put Dalton to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:35 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Piet Smit!
During a confident post fight interview, Piet Smit thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
ROTI-02
Date: Nov 13, 2018 |
#R1##TD#
Smit tries to sprawl but Dragon drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Dragon is trying to control. Smit wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Smit moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Smit looking for subs off his back but Dragon has passed one foot through into half guard.
#SUB2#
Smit is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dragon pulls his head out easily.
Smit strikes from the bottom but Dragon passes into mount!
Smit is wriggling around trying to escape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Smit bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Dragon on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Dragon tries to get out of the position.
Dragon throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
#SUB2#
Smit is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB2#
Smit drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Dragon manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Smit has Dragon in his guard.#REVR##T1##SUB2#
Smit looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Smit looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Smit is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Dragon is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Smit escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dragon gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Smit escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Dragon gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Dragon pushing down on Smit's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T2#
Dragon working the head and body with strikes.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Dragon tries to pass the half guard into mount. Smit knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Dragon in particular looking to stall.
Dragon looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Smit punching from the bottom.
Dragon is looking to advance position but Smit won't allow it.
Dragon prevents Smit from improving his position.#SUB#
Dragon is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Smit defends it well.
Dragon controlling the action here.#T3#
Smit has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dragon is working away from the top position though.
Dragon is pressing down on Smit's thigh, looking to free his foot. Smit is holding on for now.
Dragon with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Smit is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dragon pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Smit looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Dragon seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Smit does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB2#
Smit has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Dragon escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Dragon!
Smit trying to control but Dragon flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!
You know, I was talking to some of our celebrities at ringside tonight and they were split right down the middle on who was going to win this fight.
Smit trying to control the hands but Dragon breaks the grip.
Dragon has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Smit's body.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Smit is in bad spot here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wonderful Dragon dominated that round.
That's time! Dragon's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD#
Dragon shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Smit is trying to defend but Dragon finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further.
Dragon is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Dragon tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Smit. #SUB2#
Smit is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Dragon pulls his head out easily.
Dragon is looking to take a break and control but Smit is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Dragon is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Smit can do to turn this around?
Dragon 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dragon trying to mount his opponent but Smit defends it. #SUB2#
Smit actively working from the bottom here.
Nice strikes from Dragon there. #T1#
Dragon tries to pass the half guard into mount. Smit knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Dragon seems to be working for a kimura but Smit defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Smit looking for submissions off his back.
Smit throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Smit throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
Wonderful Dragon overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Dragon works his foot free and advances to mount.
Smit is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T2#
Dragon trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dragon tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Smit can't escape the position.
Dragon tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Smit is trying to escape the mount.
Dragon controlling his opponent. #SUB#
Dragon is working for a guillotine from mount but Smit frees his head quite easily.
#T3#
Dragon blocks Smit's feeble attempts to strike from the bottom.
Dragon tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Smit is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Dragon lands a big shot there that rocks Smit but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Smit slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Smit has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Dragon is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Smit looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Smit makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Smit.#T4##SUB2#
Smit had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Dragon defends it easily.
Dragon controlling from the top position.
Dragon wants to pass the guard but Smit is keeping the position.
Dragon scoring with punches to the head and body.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Smit throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
#SUB2#
Smit working for a triangle but Dragon defends it easily.
Dragon trying to stand up but can't free himself from Smit's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Wonderful Dragon dominated that second round.
That's time! Dragon's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Dragon gets the takedown into side control.
Smit is trying to get back to half guard.
Dragon tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
Smit struggling a bit here.
Smit tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Smit struggling a bit here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dragon taking a breather here.
Smit tries to buck Dragon off but Dragon is having none of it.#T1#
Smit is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Smit can't do much from the bottom here.
Dragon trying to control the action but Smit is working from the bottom.
Smit can't do much from the bottom here.
Smit is trying to strike from the bottom but Dragon has passed into full mount.
Smit tries to reverse the position but Dragon maintains control.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Smit flailing away with punches but nothing is landing.
Dragon scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Smit working to try and regain half guard.
Smit tries to hold on but Dragon pushes him away.
Dragon trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Dragon manages to capitalize on a mistake by Smit to take his back!
Smit rolls, trying to escape but Dragon keeps control of the position.
Dragon has good solid back control here.
Dragon connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for Smit to escape the position.
#CUT#
It looks like Piet Smit has been cut.
Smit takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Dragon lands a couple of good shots to his opponent's body and a final shot to the head. Good little attack there by Dragon.
Dragon biding his time, controlling Smit. #T3#
Dragon lands with a big left hand that may well have hurt his opponent. Can Smit hold on?!
Dragon tries to keep control of the position but Smit is staying busy.
Smit turns into Dragon and is now in his guard.
Dragon is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Dragon trying to punch from his back but it's not doing any damage. #SUB2#
Smit drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Dragon manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Smit has Dragon in his guard.#REVR#
Dragon's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Dragon wants to control from the top but Smit keeps moving. #T4#
Dragon slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB2#
Smit throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Dragon is stalling in the full guard.
Piet Smit has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
Smit working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Dragon doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Dragon manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Smit working for a triangle but Dragon defends it easily.
Wonderful Dragon is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Dragon is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wonderful Dragon showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Dragon 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 David Hoff scores the fight 30:27
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 30:27
Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Wonderful Dragon!
In defeat, Piet Smit stepped up to the mic, saying 'Winning is not everything, it is the only thing!'.
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