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Event:
The Island Season 9, 145 lbs, Round 1
Date: May 04, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Vladislavovich darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Vladislavovich looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Vladislavovich is looking to advance position but Sakurai won't allow it. #SUB#
Sakurai looking for subs from the bottom but Vladislavovich mounts him!
Sakurai is looking to improve his position but Vladislavovich isn't that keen on the idea.
Vladislavovich manages to capitalize on a mistake by Sakurai to take his back!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sakurai tries to break free.
#SUB2#
Vladislavovich has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Sakurai tries to break free.
#T1##SUB2#
Vladislavovich is looking for the choke from the back position but Sakurai is controlling his hands well.
Vladislavovich controlling well, preventing Sakurai from escaping the position.
Sakurai has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB2#
Sakurai showing good submission defense here.
Vladislavovich has the hooks in. Sakurai is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB2#
Vladislavovich has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Sakurai has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Vladislavovich is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#T2#
Sakurai is trying to break free.
Sakurai manages to reverse the position and now he's in Vladislavovich's guard. Nice work there by Sakurai.
Sakurai passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Vladislavovich looking for submissions off his back.
Sakurai is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Vladislavovich reverses the position - he's now on top in Sakurai's guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Sakurai looking for a sweep. Not yet Sakurai, not yet. #T3#
Vladislavovich trying to control but Sakurai is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Sakurai working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Vladislavovich has passed into half guard!
Sakurai tries to get to full guard but Vladislavovich has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Vladislavovich is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sakurai defends it well. #SUB#
Sakurai actively working from the bottom here.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Sakurai actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Vladislavovich looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB2#
Vladislavovich is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Kaverin Vladislavovich dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Vladislavovich misses with an uppercut. Sakurai saw that one coming.#TD#
Sakurai throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Vladislavovich was covering up waiting for the punch and Sakurai finishes the takedown easily into guard. #SUB2#
Vladislavovich had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sakurai defends it easily.
Sakurai wants to pass the guard but Vladislavovich is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Vladislavovich looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Vladislavovich has his foot on Sakurai's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sakurai works his way back into a safe position though.#T1#
Sakurai wants to pass the guard but Vladislavovich is keeping the position.
Sakurai slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Sakurai goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Vladislavovich has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Sakurai but great work by Vladislavovich.
Sakurai tries to improve position but can't.
Sakurai is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Vladislavovich is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Sakurai is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Sakurai is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Vladislavovich off and has taken his back!#T2#
Vladislavovich looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB#
Vladislavovich defends a prolonged rear naked choke attempt and turns nicely into his opponent's guard.
Vladislavovich is pushing down on Sakurai's leg trying to pass to half guard. Sakurai is fighting to maintain full guard but Vladislavovich has managed to sneak the leg through.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Sakurai is not content to let Vladislavovich control the position.
Sakurai gets back to full guard.
#T3#
Vladislavovich pushes down on Sakurai's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Vladislavovich seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Sakurai does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Sakurai looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Vladislavovich has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Vladislavovich is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Sakurai as he works his way to full guard.
Vladislavovich pushes down on Sakurai's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB#
Sakurai looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Sakurai looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Sakurai looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kaverin Vladislavovich has got the better of the ground game so far.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Vladislavovich is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Kaverin Vladislavovich will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Vladislavovich pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sakurai moves away from the strike by Vladislavovich. #TD#
Vladislavovich gets caught napping as Sakurai dives in and scores a takedown. Vladislavovich manages to retain guard.
Sakurai passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Vladislavovich gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #SUB2#
Vladislavovich looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Vladislavovich looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Sakurai is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Vladislavovich doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sakurai. #T1##SUB#
Vladislavovich is defending against the submission attempts here by Sakurai.
#SUB#
Sakurai is looking for a kimura here.
#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Sakurai trying to pass the guard but Vladislavovich defending well. #SUB#
Sakurai is looking for a kimura here.
Vladislavovich is looking to improve his position.
#T3#
Vladislavovich regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Vladislavovich is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Vladislavovich working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sakurai doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sakurai manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Vladislavovich has his foot on Sakurai's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sakurai works his way back into a safe position though.
Hayate Sakurai has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Sakurai postures up in Vladislavovich's guard and throws a big left but Vladislavovich blocks it. #SUB2#
Sakurai has a momentary lapse of concentration, allowing Vladislavovich to throw up a leg and lock on what appears to be a pretty tight triangle! Sakurai is fighting it off but it's all too little too late - Vladislavovich pulls down on the head and he's put Sakurai to sleep! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Kaverin Vladislavovich!
A less than humble Kaverin Vladislavovich misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Event:
SPARTA 48: THE ISLAND FINALE
Date: Apr 30, 2019 |
#R1#
A big right from Sakurai misses.
Sakurai 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.
Sakurai throws a body shot but no joy.
Sakurai misses with a wild body shot.
Sakurai tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Arteezy was well out of range. Poor timing from Sakurai.
Arteezy takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
Nice straight punches there by Sakurai. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Sakurai.
Arteezy throws a big shot that misses.
Sakurai has a takedown stuffed.
Arteezy misses with an uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A looping hook to the body misses from Arteezy. Sakurai does a little dance to reset his feet.
Sakurai fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Arteezy looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Arteezy shoots in for a takedown but Sakurai shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Sakurai swings for the body but Arteezy moves out of range.
Sakurai throws a jab when Arteezy was well out of range.
Sakurai is looking to wear down Arteezy with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.#T1##TD#
Sakurai shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Arteezy napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Arteezy tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sakurai wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Sakurai is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Arteezy is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
You can see the frustration on Arteezy's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Sakurai tries for a kimura but Arteezy is defending well.
Arteezy struggling a bit here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Arteezy is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Arteezy can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Sakurai is trying to get an arm triangle but Arteezy is defending well. #T2#
Both fighters take a look at the clock.
Arteezy is looking for a sweep.
Arteezy gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Sakurai wants to pass to mount but Arteezy is defending the position. #SUB#
Arteezy is defending against the submission attempts here by Sakurai.
#SUB2#
Arteezy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sakurai pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Sakurai is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Arteezy doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sakurai. #T3#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Arteezy trying to control but Sakurai postures up.
Sakurai is looking to advance position but Arteezy won't allow it. #SUB#
Sakurai seems to be working for a kimura but Arteezy defends the submission attempt.
Arteezy is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Arteezy looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Arteezy trying to control from the bottom.
#T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Sakurai is working for a kimura but Arteezy is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Sakurai is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Sakurai is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Arteezy is just riding it out for now. Sakurai eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Arteezy is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sakurai pulls his head out easily.
Arteezy tries to get to full guard but Sakurai has control of the leg.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Arteezy has hold of Sakurai's hands but Sakurai slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.#SUB2#
Arteezy actively working from the bottom here.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hayate Sakurai dominated that round.
That's time! Sakurai's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
Arteezy swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#TD#
Sakurai changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Arteezy looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
Arteezy tries to improve position but can't.
Hayate Sakurai overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Sakurai tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Sakurai has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Sakurai tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Sakurai is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Arteezy knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arteezy tries to improve position but can't.
Arteezy is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Sakurai off and has taken his back!#T1##SUB2#
Arteezy tightening his grip on Sakurai, looking for the choke.
Sakurai is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Sakurai is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Arteezy is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Arteezy controlling the position well here. Sakurai rolled but Arteezy kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Sakurai tries to escape but Arteezy has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB2#
Sakurai defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Arteezy is looking for a rear naked choke here but Sakurai reverses the position brilliantly into Arteezy's guard!
#T2#
Arteezy is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sakurai passes into half guard.
Arteezy wants to get back to full guard.
Arteezy wants to control but Sakurai is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Sakurai is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Arteezy sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Sakurai is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Arteezy is looking to improve his position.
#T3##SUB#
Sakurai is working for a submission of some sort.
Arteezy wants to get back to full guard.
Arteezy trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Sakurai manages to pass to mount!
Arteezy wants to control but Sakurai is having none of it.
Arteezy is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SUB#
Sakurai looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.#SUB#
Sakurai working for a guillotine from mount but Arteezy is in no mood to give up.
Arteezy is desperately trying to improve his position but Sakurai has a good base and remains in mount.#T4##SUB#
Sakurai is working for a guillotine from mount but Arteezy frees his head quite easily.
Arteezy tries to lock up and control but Sakurai gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Arteezy tries to get back to half guard but can't. #SUB#
Sakurai looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Sakurai is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Arteezy can do to turn this around?
Arteezy bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done!
Arteezy controlling from the top position.
Arteezy has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Yaw-Yan Ardigma. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#SUB#
Sakurai 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.
That was a close second round but I would say that Hayate Sakurai will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!
#R3#
Arteezy staying out of range there.
Arteezy looks for a takedown but Sakurai sprawls well.
Arteezy throws a hook to the side of Sakurai's head but Sakurai sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sakurai jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
#TD2#
Sakurai gets caught napping as Arteezy dives in and scores a takedown. Sakurai manages to retain guard.
Sakurai tries to strike from the bottom.
#SUB#
Arteezy avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Sakurai keeping moving, preventing Arteezy from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arteezy sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T1#
Arteezy wants to control from the top but Sakurai keeps moving.
Arteezy wants to pass the guard but Sakurai is keeping the position.
Arteezy seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up. #SUB#
Sakurai has his foot on Arteezy's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Arteezy works his way back into a safe position though.
Arteezy controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Arteezy tries to free his leg and advance position but Sakurai is retaining full guard.
Arteezy trying to control the position from guard on top but Sakurai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Sakurai is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Arteezy is aware though and is defending well.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB#
Sakurai has his foot on Arteezy's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Arteezy works his way back into a safe position though.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Arteezy trying to control the position from guard on top but Sakurai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sakurai looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Arteezy looking to sit in guard and control but Sakurai gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Sakurai avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Sakurai looking to pass the guard.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Arteezy is on top in guard.
#REVB#
Arteezy slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T3##SUB#
Sakurai is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Arteezy defends well.
Arteezy looking to sit in guard and control but Sakurai gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Arteezy pulls Sakurai in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Arteezy working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sakurai doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sakurai manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Shawn Arteezy has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#SUB2#
Arteezy is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Arteezy looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T4#
Sakurai sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Arteezy's guard.
Arteezy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Arteezy looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Sakurai is looking for a kimura here.
Hayate Sakurai is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
Arteezy trying to control from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Sakurai is looking for a kimura but Arteezy is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sakurai to get the leverage.
Arteezy wants to control but Sakurai is keeping busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Shawn Arteezy.
Well Sakurai 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 Santiago Holmes scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 29:28
Judge Sandra Marshall scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Hayate Sakurai!
Our winner, Hayate Sakurai, 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:
SPARTA 44
Date: Apr 21, 2019 |
#R1#
Sakurai ducks under a wild hook from Borta.
Sakurai 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.
Sakurai moves out of range as Borta strikes.
Sakurai tries to counter with a takedown but Borta is quick to defend against it.
A jab from Borta misses.
Borta listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Sakurai misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Borta.
#CL2#
Borta rushes Sakurai and presses him up against the cage.
Sakurai tries to pull guard but Borta holds him up against the cage and eventually Sakurai drops back down to his feet.
Sakurai is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Borta creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through Sakurai's defenses.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A short left from Borta.
Sakurai tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Borta smiles and moves away.
Sakurai connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T1#
Borta throws a good cross that connects.
A shot to the body from Sakurai misses
and Borta counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Sakurai connects with a looping right hand.
Sakurai closes this distance looking for a takedown but Borta circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hayate Sakurai. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sakurai swings for the body but Borta moves out of range.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Sakurai.
Borta looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Borta uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Sakurai.
Borta swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Sakurai swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Sakurai takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL2#
Borta fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Sakurai, pushing him back against the cage.
Borta misses with a hook to the ribs.
#TD#
Sakurai manages to pull guard.
#SUB#
Sakurai pushes a forearm under Borta's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Borta is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Hayate Sakurai!
A very excited looking Hayate Sakurai 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 39
Date: Apr 10, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Sakurai shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Peltonen trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Sakurai is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Peltonen actively working from the bottom here.
Peltonen tries to roll over but Sakurai keeps him under control.
Sakurai tries to pass the half guard into mount. Peltonen knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Peltonen manages to get to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sakurai pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Peltonen is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Peltonen working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sakurai doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sakurai manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1##SUB#
Peltonen isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Sakurai stacks Peltonen on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Sakurai!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Sakurai wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Peltonen, who protects the arm well.
Peltonen tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Sakurai wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Peltonen, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Sakurai has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Peltonen is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Sakurai yanks on the arm and Peltonen is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Sakurai.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Hayate Sakurai!
Hayate Sakurai thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
SPARTA 33
Date: Mar 27, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Sotaro closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Sakurai's guard.
Sotaro seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
Sakurai has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB#
Sakurai is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sotaro defends well.
Sakurai keeping moving, preventing Sotaro from controlling successfully.
Sotaro looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB#
Sakurai looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Sotaro trying to control but Sakurai is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sotaro forces his way into half guard.
Sakurai is looking to improve his position.
#T1##SUB#
Sakurai looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Sotaro is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sakurai defends it well. #SUB2#
Sotaro is trying to work for a kimura but Sakurai is defending well.
Sotaro is keen to just control but Sakurai is a slippery customer.
The fighters are battling for position here. Sakurai manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Sakurai is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sotaro defends well.#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.
Sakurai tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Sakurai throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Sakurai looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Sotaro slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB#
Sakurai had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Sotaro defends it easily.
Sotaro tries to free his leg and advance position but Sakurai is retaining full guard. #T3##SUB#
Sakurai looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Sakurai escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sotaro gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Sakurai keeping moving, preventing Sotaro from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Sakurai is looking for a triangle but Sotaro pushes his legs off easily.
Sotaro not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Sotaro wants to control from the top but Sakurai keeps moving. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Sakurai is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Sakurai has his foot on Sotaro's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Sotaro works his way back into a safe position though.
Sakurai can't keep his opponent in guard - Sotaro advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Sotaro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Sakurai keeps working. #SUB2#
Sotaro seems to be working for a kimura but Sakurai defends the submission attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sakurai slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Sakurai keeping full guard, as Sotaro tries to pass.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Onaga Sotaro dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
A slow jab from Sotaro misses its intended target.
Sakurai throws the left hand but Sotaro avoids the punch easily.
Sakurai scores with a jab to the body.
Sotaro throws a jab but it's blocked by Sakurai.
Sotaro throws a hook to the side of Sakurai's head but Sakurai sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Sakurai half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Sakurai ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sotaro fails with a takedown attempt.
Sakurai just misses with a punch to the body.
Sotaro tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Sotaro scores with a takedown into Sakurai's guard.#SUB#
Sakurai escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sotaro gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Sakurai looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T1#
Sotaro wants to control from the top but Sakurai keeps moving. #SUB#
Sotaro avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Sotaro controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Sotaro wants to control from the top but Sakurai keeps moving. #SUB#
Sakurai is looking for a triangle but Sotaro pushes his legs off easily.
Sotaro passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Sotaro is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Sotaro moves nicely into side control. #SUB2#
Sotaro wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Sakurai, who protects the arm well. #T3#
Sakurai is trying to improve his position.
Onaga Sotaro has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sakurai is not content to let Sotaro control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sotaro advances nicely into full mount.
Sakurai is looking to get to half guard.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.#SUB2#
Sotaro working for a submission but Sakurai is keeping him at bay.
Sotaro has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#SUB2#
Sotaro goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Sakurai turns into him and now he's in Sotaro's guard.
#SUB2#
Sotaro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Sakurai 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sotaro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Onaga Sotaro will probably get the nod - 10:9.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Sakurai gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Sotaro to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Sotaro trying to control the position from guard on top but Sakurai is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sakurai lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sakurai stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Sotaro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sakurai works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T1#
Sakurai prevents Sotaro from improving his position.#SUB#
Sakurai seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Sakurai 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.
Sotaro wants to get back to full guard but Sakurai has mounted him!
Sotaro sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#SUB#
Sakurai is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sotaro defends it well. #T2#
Sotaro makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sotaro.#SUB2#
Sotaro is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sakurai is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Sotaro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sakurai doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sakurai manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Sotaro looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sotaro can't keep his opponent in guard - Sakurai advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Sakurai seems to be looking for submissions.
#T3#
Sotaro tries to get to full guard but Sakurai has control of the leg.
Sotaro is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Sotaro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sakurai pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Sakurai is looking for a kimura here.
Hayate Sakurai has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Onaga Sotaro is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#SUB#
Sakurai is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Sotaro manages to get to full guard.
#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.#SUB2#
Sotaro is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Sotaro is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sakurai defends well.
Sakurai postures up in Sotaro's guard and throws a big left but Sotaro blocks it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Sotaro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Sotaro looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Onaga Sotaro.
I've got Sotaro 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 Michael Johnstone scores the fight 27:30
Judge Peter Branson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Onaga Sotaro!
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Event:
SPARTA 26
Date: Mar 10, 2019 |
#R1#
Sakurai lands the left hand.
A big right from Sakurai misses.
BJ Penn seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Penn looks to score with a jab to the body but Sakurai is just out of range.
Penn with a nice cross.
Sakurai shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Penn counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Penn takes a swing at Sakurai's ribcage but misses. #TD#
Sakurai shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Sakurai was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!#SUB#
Sakurai is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Penn knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Penn tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sakurai wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Sakurai is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Penn is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!#SUB#
Sakurai thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T1##SUB#
Sakurai tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Penn is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Sakurai in the domination position with Penn hanging on.#SUB#
Sakurai working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
Sakurai wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Penn, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Sakurai tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T2##SUB#
Sakurai wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Penn, who protects the arm well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Sakurai looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Sakurai working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Sakurai wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Penn, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Sakurai working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Penn is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
Penn holding on.#SUB#
Sakurai thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Sakurai looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Sakurai is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Penn knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Penn is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Sakurai's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Penn tries to roll over but Sakurai keeps him under control.
Penn gets back to full guard.
Penn looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Sakurai stands and throws Penn's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Sakurai looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#SUB#
Sakurai has hold of Penn's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! Penn tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Sakurai cranks the arm and Penn screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from Penn, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:43 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Hayate Sakurai!
During a confident post fight interview, Hayate Sakurai thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
SPARTA 13: Duke B. vs. Ribeiro
Date: Feb 03, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
Sakurai shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB#
Sakurai is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Gracie doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Sakurai.
Gracie trying to control from the bottom.
Gracie is holding on to half guard well.#SUB#
Sakurai is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Sakurai seems to be working for a kimura but Gracie defends the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie is pressing down on Sakurai's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Sakurai tries to free his leg and advance position but Gracie is retaining full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Gracie is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T1#
Sakurai looking to pass the guard.
Gracie tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Sakurai 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#
Gracie is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sakurai is aware though and is defending well.
Sakurai tries to free his leg and advance position but Gracie is retaining full guard.
Sakurai pushing down on Gracie's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #SUB#
Sakurai 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.
Gracie trying to hold on to Sakurai's head to control him but Sakurai postures up.
#T2##SUB#
Sakurai looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB2#
Gracie looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Sakurai is thwarting Gracie's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Sakurai wants to work for an arm triangle but Gracie is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Gracie trying to control here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Sakurai is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Gracie as he works his way to full guard.
#T3##SUB#
Sakurai thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Gracie looking to control.
Gracie is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB2#
Gracie looking for a guillotine here but Sakurai defends easily.
Gracie is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Sakurai thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Sakurai definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sakurai has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB#
Sakurai drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Gracie dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Gracie trying to control but Sakurai is working from the bottom. #T4##SUB#
Sakurai looking for a guillotine here but Gracie defends easily.
#SUB#
Sakurai looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Sakurai is looking for a triangle but Gracie pushes his legs off easily.
Gracie showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
Sakurai working for a triangle but Gracie defends it easily.
#SUB#
Sakurai is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gracie is aware though and is defending well.
My spies in Yaw-Yan MMA inform me that Gracie has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Sakurai is breathing heavily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sakurai can't keep his opponent in guard - Gracie advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hayate Sakurai 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#
Sakurai shoots and misses #TD2#
and Gracie counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Gracie. #SUB#
Sakurai is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB#
Sakurai is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Gracie is aware though and is defending well.
Gracie's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Gracie passes Sakurai's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Sakurai is not content to let Gracie control the position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB2#
Gracie is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Sakurai has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Sakurai looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Sakurai looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Sakurai tries to roll over but Gracie keeps him under control.#T1##SUB2#
Gracie is looking for a kimura but Sakurai is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Gracie to get the leverage.
Sakurai wants to improve his position but Gracie is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Gracie wants to work for an arm triangle but Sakurai is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Sakurai looking for submissions off his back.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.#SUB#
Sakurai looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Gracie is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Sakurai has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB2#
Gracie is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Sakurai defends it well.
Gracie prevents Sakurai from improving his position.#T2##SUB2#
Gracie is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Gracie is taking a breather. Sakurai 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.#SUB2#
Gracie is looking for a kimura here.
Sakurai manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Sakurai is looking for a triangle but Gracie pushes his legs off easily.
#T3##SUB#
Sakurai had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gracie defends it easily.
Gracie sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB2#
Gracie 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#
Sakurai is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Gracie 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#
Sakurai working for submissions but it's allowed Gracie to get to half guard.
#SUB#
Sakurai looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#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.
Sakurai is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Sakurai actively working from the bottom here.
Gracie perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Sakurai is not content to let Gracie control the position.
Gracie controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Gracie has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Sakurai defend it? Gracie steps over the head and cranks it - Sakurai is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Gracie!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Robin Gracie!
Our winner, Robin Gracie, 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:
SPARTA 11: Sakurai vs. Lapu
Date: Jan 27, 2019 |
#R1#
Sakurai closes this distance looking for a takedown but Lapu circles away.
Lapu has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Lapu scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Sakurai takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Sakurai dives in for a single leg takedown but Lapu sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Sakurai misses with a takedown
and Sakurai takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hayate Sakurai. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sakurai shoots and misses
and Lapu scores with a counter punch that sends Sakurai to the canvas! Lapu smells blood - he's punishing Sakurai with more strikes and the ref has stopped it! Sakurai has no idea where he is - he's tackled the ref... oh dear, poor guy, the crowd is in hysterics!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Lapu Lapu!
Lapu Lapu is the new featherweight champion!
After winning the bout, Lapu Lapu thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
SPARTA 7: Yamamoto vs. Luna
Date: Jan 13, 2019 |
#R1#
Show misses with a looping right.
Sakurai is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Sakurai throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sakurai throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#TD2#
Sakurai darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Sakurai moves nicely into side control.
Show struggling a bit here.
Show tries to bench press Sakurai off him but Sakurai keeps the position.
Sakurai looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Sakurai is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Show knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Sakurai tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Sakurai has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T1#
Show is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Show on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Show tries to get out of the position.
Show knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Sakurai on the ground.
Sakurai is looking to take a break and control but Show is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Sakurai thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Sakurai trying to control the action but Show is working from the bottom.
Show is trying to get back to half guard.
Sakurai wants to lay and pray for a moment but Show keeps working. #T3##SUB2#
Sakurai working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Sakurai thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Sakurai thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Show tries to improve position but can't. #T4##SUB2#
Sakurai working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Show is looking to regain half guard here but Sakurai keeps moving and retains side control.
Show is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Sakurai working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Show tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Sakurai wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hayate Sakurai dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Show closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Sakurai did well to prevent Show getting side control.
Sakurai has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Show is working away from the top position though.
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. Show connects with a nice short shot to Sakurai's temple. #SUB2#
Sakurai looking for submissions off his back.
Sakurai trying to control here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Show working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
The 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. Show connects with a nice short shot to Sakurai's temple.
Sakurai regains full guard. Nicely done. #T1#
Show working some strikes from top position.
Sakurai is trying to keep Show in close.
Hayate Sakurai has got the better of the ground game so far.
Show engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Show has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Show throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Show is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Show trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Sakurai manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Show trying to control the position.
#T2#
Show working a defensive guard but Sakurai manages to pass into side control anyway.
#SUB2#
Sakurai wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Show, who protects the arm well.
Sakurai working away.
Sakurai trying to control the position but Show is working away.
Show is trying to improve his position.#T3#
Sakurai trying to control the action but Show is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Sakurai thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Show is holding Sakurai down, trying to stall.
Show looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.#SUB2#
Sakurai is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Show has escaped the position, nice work there. #T4##SUB2#
Sakurai tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Sakurai has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Sakurai wants to control but Show is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Sakurai is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Show looks calm but he's in trouble here. Sakurai gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Show is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! Sakurai lets go of the hold and Show can pop his arm back in it's socket.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Hayate Sakurai!
A very excited looking Hayate Sakurai 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.
Small Show spoke after the fight, saying 'My time is not yet now.'.
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Event:
MAYWEATHER vs. YAMAMOTO
Date: Jan 06, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Patel closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Sakurai did well to prevent Patel getting side control.
Sakurai trying to control from the bottom.
Patel trying to mount his opponent but Sakurai defends it.
Patel with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Sakurai is looking for a sweep. Patel is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Sakurai looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Sakurai is positioning himself well to prevent Patel advancing to mount.
Sakurai has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sakurai trying to control but Patel postures up.
#T1#
Sakurai moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Patel is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Sakurai has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Patel is looking to defend but Sakurai has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Patel! Sakurai pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Patel taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Hayate Sakurai!
Hayate Sakurai thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
SPARTA 2: Smith vs. Ribeiro
Date: Dec 26, 2018 |
#R1#
Wild West fails with a takedown attempt.
Sakurai fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Sakurai dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Wild West shoots in for a takedown but Sakurai shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Sakurai drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Wild West defends it well.#TD#
Wild West shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Sakurai looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Sakurai looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Wild West sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T1#
Wild West is thwarting Sakurai's attempts to control the position.
Wild West knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Sakurai on the ground.
Wild West content to control rather than advance.
Wild West is looking to take a break and control but Sakurai is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Wild West slows the pace down in half guard.
Sakurai makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sakurai.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Sakurai has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Wild West should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Sakurai has tightened it up now! Wild West should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:24 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Hayate Sakurai!
Hayate Sakurai thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Dec 15, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Arteezy tries to sprawl but Sakurai drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Sakurai is working for a submission of some sort.
Arteezy manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Arteezy looking for a guillotine here but Sakurai defends easily.
Arteezy looking to hit a scissor sweep but Sakurai is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Arteezy throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T1#
Sakurai stands and throws Arteezy's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Arteezy is looking for a sweep.
Sakurai misses with the ground and pound.
Arteezy is looking for a sweep.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Sakurai is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Arteezy knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Arteezy taking punishment in the form of punches.
Sakurai throws a strike aimed at the side of Arteezy's head but Arteezy avoids it well.
Arteezy sneaks back into half guard.#T2#
Sakurai prevents Arteezy from improving his position.
Sakurai scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
Arteezy tries to roll over but Sakurai keeps him under control.
Sakurai sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Arteezy defending well though. #SUB2#
Sakurai is working for a kimura but Arteezy is defending it quite comfortably.
Arteezy is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Sakurai is trying to control. Arteezy wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Sakurai seems to be looking for submissions.
Sakurai working the head and body with strikes.
Arteezy is looking to get back to full guard here but Sakurai has managed to pass to side control instead.
Arteezy tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Arteezy is breathing heavily.
Sakurai fails to land a wild elbow strike.
Sakurai scores with punches from side control. #T4#
Arteezy tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB2#
Sakurai tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB2#
Sakurai is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Arteezy knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
Sakurai thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Arteezy is looking to regain half guard here but Sakurai keeps moving and retains side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Hayate Sakurai dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Sakurai moves into range and connects with a jab.
Shawn Arteezy is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Sakurai lands a jab to the head.
#TD#
Arteezy drives through with a takedown into guard. #SUB2#
Sakurai looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Hayate Sakurai has got the better of the ground game so far.
Sakurai looking to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Arteezy trying to control but Sakurai is working from the bottom.
Sakurai looking to control but Arteezy passes into half guard.
Sakurai is refusing to be controlled, as Arteezy sits in half guard. #T1#
Arteezy throwing shots but Sakurai is blocking nicely. #SUB2#
Sakurai actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Arteezy is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Arteezy is trying for a kimura here. Sakurai looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Arteezy wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:47 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Shawn Arteezy!
A victorious Shawn Arteezy thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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