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Event:
WP 100
Date: Apr 24, 2024 |
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 75 wins and 38 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 55 wins and 81 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, William Gold and James Glass.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Turturro tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Rodriquez swivels and escapes.
Rodriquez 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.
Turturro with a lazy takedown attempt #TD#
and Rodriquez counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rodriquez's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (2) Turturro
Rodriquez pulls Turturro in close to prevent any damage.
Turturro controlling from the top position.
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.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is keeping the position.#T1#
Turturro looking to sit in guard and control but Rodriquez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (2) Turturro
Rodriquez controls from within his opponent's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T2#
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.
Turturro trying to control the position.
Turturro wants to sweep here but Rodriquez controlling him for the moment.
Turturro controls Rodriquez momentarily but Rodriquez frees himself. #T3#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Turturro is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (4) Turturro
Rodriquez is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Turturro trying to control but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Rodriquez pulls Turturro in close to his closed guard and prevents Turturro from doing any damage or advancing position.
Turturro looking to pass the guard. #T4#
Turturro is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Turturro looking to pass the guard. #T5#
Turturro won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here.
Turturro is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Rodriquez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Turturro manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (6) vs (4) Turturro
Rodriquez sitting in guard here, content to control. #T6#
Turturro looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Rodriquez puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Turturro manages to get to full guard.
Turturro pulls Rodriquez in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for subs off his back but Rodriquez has passed one foot through into half guard.
#T7#
Turturro wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Rodriquez is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Turturro defends it well.
Rodriquez sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T8#
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back.
Turturro moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T9#
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet.
Turturro looking to control.
Rodriquez stays in close to Turturro's body and controls the position.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T10#
Rodriquez has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Rodriquez's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T11#
Turturro wants to sweep here but Rodriquez controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Turturro has control of Rodriquez's left arm, preventing Rodriquez from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for a guillotine here but Rodriquez defends easily.
#T12##SUB2#
Rodriquez got a little sloppy there for a moment and Turturro has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rodriquez has managed to get both his arms back between Turturro's legs - danger averted.
Rodriquez pushing down on Turturro's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Rodriquez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T13#
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
Turturro controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Rodriquez perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T14#
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Turturro trying to control here.
Turturro is holding on to half guard well.
Rodriquez controlling the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 6 to 4.
After winning the bout, Nick Rodriquez 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:
WP 99
Date: Apr 20, 2024 |
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 55 wins and 80 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 81 wins and 52 losses; Jackson Ramirez!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Richard Clark and Steven Brown.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ramirez as he avoids it easily.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Ramirez shoots in for a double leg but Turturro sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#TD2#
Ramirez shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Ramirez
Turturro controlling the position well.
Turturro is trying to maintain the position but Ramirez is very close to passing his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro wants to sweep but Ramirez has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (5) Ramirez
Turturro trying to remain calm as Ramirez controls from the top position.#T1#
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Turturro can't do much from the bottom here.
Turturro is looking for a sweep.#T2#
Turturro can't do much from the bottom here.
We've been hearing good reports from Turturro'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.
Ramirez is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Turturro is trying to work for a sweep but Ramirez has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (0) vs (7) Ramirez
Ramirez controlling the pace for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T4#
Ramirez controlling from the full mount.
Turturro is working to get back to half guard.
#T5#
Ramirez avoids the attempt from Turturro to control.
Ramirez wants to take Turturro's back but he can't do it this time.
Turturro is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T6#
Turturro bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (7) Ramirez
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Ramirez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ramirez looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T7#
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Ramirez keeps moving.
Turturro slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Turturro tries to free his leg and advance position but Ramirez is retaining full guard. #T8#
Ramirez trying to keep a closed guard but Turturro is proving a slippery customer.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Ramirez is keeping the position.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Ramirez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Ramirez holds on and takes a little breather.
Ramirez being controlled here, momentarily. #T9#
Turturro trying to control but Ramirez is working from the bottom.
Turturro controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Turturro trying to move into half guard but instead Ramirez has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (9) Ramirez#SUB#
Turturro throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Ramirez escapes and throws Turturro's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (2) vs (12) Ramirez
My spies in KFA inform me that Ramirez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T10#
Ramirez is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Turturro looking for a sweep but Ramirez has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (2) vs (14) Ramirez
Turturro is trying desperately to improve position.#T11#
Turturro sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Turturro trying to control here.
Ramirez slows the pace down in half guard.
Turturro slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T12#
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Ramirez avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Turturro manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ramirez manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (4) vs (14) Ramirez
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Ramirez is keeping the position.
Ramirez looking for a sweep. Not yet Ramirez, not yet. #T13#
Turturro passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (7) vs (14) Ramirez
Turturro has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Ramirez! Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (9) vs (14) Ramirez
Turturro can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ramirez is looking to escape.
Turturro controlling the position easily from mount.
Ramirez tries to lock up and control but Turturro gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T14##SUB#
Turturro goes for an armbar but Ramirez turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Ramirez. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (9) vs (16) Ramirez#SUB#
Turturro throws his legs up looking for a submission but Ramirez uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (9) vs (19) Ramirez
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro wants to control but Ramirez postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ramirez wins on points by 19 to 9.
Jackson Ramirez took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Threads of Fate for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
WP 98
Date: Apr 17, 2024 |
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 74 wins and 37 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 54 wins and 80 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, James Atkins and Richard Clark.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Turturro closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (4) Turturro
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro trying to control the position but Rodriquez is working away.
Rodriquez prevents Turturro from moving into mount.
Rodriquez seems a little lost for a moment, as Turturro dominates the positioning.
Rodriquez is not content to let Turturro control the position.
Rodriquez 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.
Turturro just content to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez regains half guard.#T1#
Turturro is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB2#
Turturro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Rodriquez sees it coming and defends easily.
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA II inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro trying to advance position but Rodriquez counters by regaining guard.
Turturro not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Turturro controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Turturro controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Turturro pushing down on Rodriquez's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Well, if Turturro is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Rodriquez tries to roll over but Turturro keeps him under control.#T3#
Turturro slows the pace down in half guard.
Turturro seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Rodriquez does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Rodriquez tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg. #T4#
Turturro trying to mount his opponent but Rodriquez defends it.
Turturro trying to control the action but Rodriquez is working from the bottom.
Turturro wants to free his trapped foot but Rodriquez is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T5#
Rodriquez is looking to improve his position.
Rodriquez is trying is best to control the position here.
Turturro perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Rodriquez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T6#
Rodriquez trying to control but Turturro postures up.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is defending well. #SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Rodriquez defends it well.
Rodriquez is trying to get back to full guard.#T7#
Rodriquez has his hands clasped together around Turturro's back. He's all about the action.
Rodriquez is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rodriquez desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Turturro trying to control from half guard but Rodriquez is working away. #T8#
Rodriquez desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Rodriquez is staying active underneath Turturro, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T9#
Turturro is taking a breather. Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Rodriquez holds on and takes a little breather.
Turturro won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here.
Turturro controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Rodriquez tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T10#
Rodriquez managing to control the position.
Rodriquez wants to sweep here but Turturro controlling him for the moment.
Rodriquez keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass. #T11#
Turturro's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Turturro stands and throws Rodriquez's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (0) vs (7) Turturro
Turturro tries to advance to mount but Rodriquez denies him.
Turturro is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Turturro tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it. #T12#
Turturro tries to move to full mount but Rodriquez actually manages to regain half guard.
Turturro trying to control from half guard but Rodriquez is working away.
Rodriquez wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
#T13#
Turturro is thwarting Rodriquez's attempts to control the position.
Rodriquez is not content to let Turturro control the position.#SUB2#
Turturro is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Turturro wants to take a breather but Rodriquez is having none of it. #T14#
Rodriquez is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Turturro seems to be working for a kimura but Rodriquez defends the submission attempt.
Turturro tries to pass to full mount but Rodriquez defends it.
Turturro is stalling here. Rodriquez is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Turturro seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Rodriquez has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (7) Turturro
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez controls the position from side control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 7 to 4.
Billy Turturro thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WP 97
Date: Apr 13, 2024 |
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 71 wins and 52 losses; The Reverend Jim Ignatowski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 54 wins and 79 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, James Ackerman and Donald Grub.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Turturro gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Ignatowski to score an easy takedown into full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ignatowski (2) vs (0) Turturro
Ignatowski has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Ignatowski is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Ignatowski looking to pass the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ignatowski won't allow Turturro to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for a guillotine here but Ignatowski defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ignatowski's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T1#
Turturro wants to sweep here but Ignatowski controlling him for the moment.
Ignatowski controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ignatowski might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T2#
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Ignatowski from controlling successfully.
Turturro wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Turturro throws his legs up looking for a submission but Ignatowski uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ignatowski (5) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro wants to control but Ignatowski postures up.#SUB#
Ignatowski wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Turturro, who protects the arm well.
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ignatowski happy to just control the position for now. #T3#
Turturro wants to control but Ignatowski postures up.
Ignatowski trying to control the action but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Turturro wants to control but Ignatowski postures up.
Turturro manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ignatowski's best efforts.
Turturro won't allow Ignatowski to pass to mount.
Ignatowski is keen to just control but Turturro is a slippery customer.#T4#
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ignatowski is keen to just control but Turturro is a slippery customer.
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Ignatowski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Turturro has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ignatowski is working away from the top position though.
Turturro wants to improve his position but Ignatowski is controlling well.
Turturro is refusing to be controlled, as Ignatowski sits in half guard. #T5#
Ignatowski is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Turturro! Score +3 for passing guard: Ignatowski (8) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is looking to get to half guard.
Ignatowski looking to control and managing it successfully.
Ignatowski wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Turturro is trying to escape the mount but Ignatowski keeps good control and instead manages to take Turturro's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Ignatowski (11) vs (0) Turturro#SUB#
Ignatowski is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Turturro has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T6#
Turturro trying to control the action but Ignatowski just sinks the hooks in.
Turturro is keeping busy.
Ignatowski is hanging on to Turturro's back as he tries to escape.
Turturro is still trying to improve position.
Ignatowski biding his time, controlling Turturro.
I really don't envy Turturro right now.
#T7#
Ignatowski trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Turturro is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Ignatowski.
Turturro tries to escape the position.
Turturro trying to control but not successfully.
Ignatowski tries to get the hooks in deep but Turturro pushed the leg off. #T8#
Turturro trying to control the position but Ignatowski manages to sink in the hooks.
Ignatowski controls the position.
Ignatowski not allowing Turturro to control his hands.
Turturro tries to escape the position.
#T9#
Ignatowski tries to keep control of the position but Turturro is staying busy.
Ignatowski is trying to control but Turturro is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
Ignatowski sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB#
Ignatowski swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Turturro is now in Ignatowski's guard. A big mistake from Ignatowski there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ignatowski (11) vs (2) Turturro
Ignatowski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Turturro is one step ahead there. #T10#
Ignatowski looking to control.
Turturro slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Ignatowski (11) vs (5) Turturro
My spies in Blacktalians MMA II inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Ignatowski is trying to get back to half guard.
Ignatowski manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ignatowski (13) vs (5) Turturro#SUB#
Ignatowski is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Turturro has managed to free his arm - good work.
Turturro moves into full guard.
#T11#
Ignatowski controls from within his opponent's guard.
Ignatowski wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Turturro is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Ignatowski's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T12#
Turturro is pulling down on Ignatowski's head to control his posture.
Turturro is trying to keep Ignatowski in close.
Ignatowski wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Turturro pulls Ignatowski in to control the position.
Ignatowski trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Ignatowski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now. #T13#
Turturro looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Turturro looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Ignatowski has picked Turturro up and slammed him! Turturro can't keep hold of the triangle and Ignatowski manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ignatowski (16) vs (5) Turturro
Turturro tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ignatowski wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Turturro is not content to let Ignatowski control the position.
Ignatowski tries to move to mount but Turturro blocks the move with his legs. #T14#
Turturro tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Ignatowski easily slips into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ignatowski (18) vs (5) Turturro
Ignatowski trying to control but Turturro is having none of it.
Ignatowski wants to take Turturro's back but he can't do it this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ignatowski controlling the position easily from mount.
Turturro is working to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ignatowski takes the fight on points by 18 to 5.
A victorious The Reverend Jim Ignatowski thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
WP 96
Date: Apr 10, 2024 |
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 80 wins and 50 losses; Jackson Ramirez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 54 wins and 78 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, James Glass and Steven Brown.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Ramirez as he jumps to the side. #TD2#
Turturro closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Ramirez did well to prevent Turturro getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ramirez (0) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Turturro is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ramirez has managed to free his arm - good work.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA II inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Turturro is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ramirez is just riding it out for now. Turturro eventually gives up the hold.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Turturro is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ramirez is just riding it out for now. Turturro eventually gives up the hold. #T1#
Ramirez tries to roll over but Turturro keeps him under control.#T2#
Turturro content to control rather than advance.
Ramirez is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Turturro's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Turturro's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ramirez (4) vs (2) Turturro
Ramirez biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T3#
Ramirez has the hooks in. Turturro is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Ramirez avoiding Turturro 's attempts to control his hands.
Turturro tries to roll but Ramirez sticks to his back.
Turturro is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Turturro trying to control the action but Ramirez just sinks the hooks in. #T4#
What can Turturro do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Turturro tries to break free.
Turturro keeps trying to improve his position.
Ramirez is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Turturro manages to reverse the position and now he's in Ramirez's guard. Nice work there by Turturro.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (4) vs (4) Turturro#T5#
Turturro being controlled here momentarily.
Ramirez keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass.
Turturro's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T6#
Ramirez looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Ramirez keeps moving.
Turturro preventing the sweep.
Turturro is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Turturro won't allow Ramirez to sweep him here. #T7#
Turturro trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Ramirez manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (6) vs (4) Turturro
Ramirez is pushing down on Turturro's leg trying to pass to half guard. Turturro is fighting to maintain full guard but Ramirez has managed to sneak the leg through.
Ramirez passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Turturro! Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (9) vs (4) Turturro
Ramirez takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Turturro tries to hold on but Ramirez postures up.#T8#
Turturro is looking to get to half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Ramirez'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.
Ramirez looking to control but Turturro is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Turturro tries to hold on but Ramirez pushes him away.
Ramirez pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Ramirez takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Ramirez (12) vs (4) Turturro#T9#
Turturro is really stuck here.
I would not like to be Turturro right now.
Ramirez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.#T10#
Turturro trying to control the position but Ramirez manages to sink in the hooks.
Ramirez has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Turturro's body.
Turturro just trying to survive but Ramirez is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T11#
Ramirez is riding his opponent, not letting Turturro buck him off.
Ramirez controlling well, preventing Turturro from escaping the position.
Turturro breaks Ramirez's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (12) vs (6) Turturro
Ramirez has control of Turturro's left arm, preventing Turturro from doing any damage.
Ramirez keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro looking to pass the guard. #T12#
Ramirez seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Turturro stays in close to Ramirez's body and controls the position.
Ramirez keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully. #T13#
Ramirez is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Turturro is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Ramirez is keeping the position.
Ramirez not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Ramirez is keeping the position.
Ramirez is trying to keep Turturro in close.
#T14#
Turturro wants to control from the top but Ramirez keeps moving.
Ramirez wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ramirez is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (14) vs (6) Turturro
Ramirez stalling.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ramirez takes the fight on points by 14 to 6.
After the big win, Jackson Ramirez made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Threads of Fate and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
WP 95
Date: Apr 06, 2024 |
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 86 wins and 56 losses; Bogdan Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 53 wins and 78 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Andrew Berry and Donald Grub.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Turturro darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (0) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro wants to control but Kersikov is keeping him busy.
Kersikov wants to control but Turturro is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Turturro wants to free his trapped foot but Kersikov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (0) vs (5) Turturro
Turturro is looking to work his way around to Kersikov's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #T1#
Turturro wants to control the pace but Kersikov is squirming around nicely.
Kersikov is trying to escape the mount.
Turturro controlling from mount.
Turturro trying to control but Kersikov is having none of it. #T2##SUB2#
Turturro is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Kersikov has managed to escape the submission attempt.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA II inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Turturro wants to control the pace but Kersikov is squirming around nicely.
Turturro looking to control and managing it successfully.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Turturro looking to control but Kersikov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3#
Turturro prevents Kersikov from getting the reversal.
Turturro looking to control but Kersikov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Kersikov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Turturro content just to control the position here. #T4#
Turturro can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kersikov is looking to escape.
Kersikov tries to hold on but Turturro postures up.
Turturro tries to control but Kersikov wriggling away. #T5#
Turturro controlling the pace for now.
Kersikov stops Turturro from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
We've been hearing good reports from Kersikov'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.
Turturro wants to control the pace but Kersikov is squirming around nicely.
Kersikov is desperately trying to improve his position but Turturro has a good base and remains in mount.
Turturro tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T6##SUB2#
Turturro jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Kersikov is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Kersikov and Turturro has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Turturro works to advance to full mount. Kersikov defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Kersikov (0) vs (7) Turturro
Turturro looking to control but Kersikov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Kersikov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Turturro looking to control but Kersikov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T7#
Kersikov is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Turturro controlling the pace for now.
Turturro's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T8#
Turturro seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Kersikov is holding on tight.
Turturro trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Kersikov can't escape the position.
Turturro fails to take his opponent's back. #T9#
Turturro trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T10#
Turturro might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kersikov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB2#
Turturro wants to finish this one by submission but Kersikov is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Turturro.
Kersikov is trying desperately to improve position.#T11##SUB2#
Turturro goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Kersikov turns into him and now he's in Turturro's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (7) Turturro
Turturro controls Kersikov momentarily but Kersikov frees himself.
Kersikov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T12#
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Kersikov postures up.
#SUB2#
Turturro looking for a guillotine here but Kersikov defends easily.
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T13#
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Turturro is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T14##SUB2#
Kersikov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Turturro has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kersikov has managed to get both his arms back between Turturro's legs - danger averted.
Turturro is trying to keep Kersikov in close.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Kersikov from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 7 to 2.
An out of breath Billy Turturro 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:
WP 94
Date: Apr 03, 2024 |
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 101 wins and 60 losses; Moldy Jello! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 53 wins and 77 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Sam Margolis and Chris Edwards.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Jello displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Turturro.
Turturro shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Jello defends it nicely.
Jello feinted with a counter takedown.
Turturro has his takedown stuffed#TD#
and Jello counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Jello. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jello (2) vs (0) Turturro
Moldy Jello has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Turturro.
Jello won't allow Turturro to sweep him here.
Jello looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro controls Jello momentarily but Jello frees himself. #T1#
Turturro pulls Jello in close to prevent any damage.
Turturro controls Jello momentarily but Jello frees himself.
Jello sitting in guard here, content to control.
Jello slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Jello (5) vs (0) Turturro#T2#
Jello working away.
Jello controlling the position.
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard.
Turturro looks to move to half guard but instead Jello has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Jello (7) vs (0) Turturro#T3#
Jello prevents Turturro from getting the reversal.
Jello takes Turturro's back. Score +3 for taking back: Jello (10) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro tries to escape the position.
Turturro keeps trying to improve his position.
Turturro trying to control the action but Jello just sinks the hooks in.
Jello controlling well, preventing Turturro from escaping the position.
#T4#
Jello is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Jello seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.
Turturro is trying to break free.
Turturro trying to control the position but Jello manages to sink in the hooks.
Jello has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T5#
Jello controlling from the back.
Turturro trying to control the position but Jello manages to sink in the hooks.
Turturro is in bad spot here.
Turturro is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Turturro breaks Jello's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (10) vs (2) Turturro
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jello wants to sweep but no luck. #T6#
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Jello is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Jello is keeping the position.
Turturro is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Jello keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA II inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T7#
Jello is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Jello looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Turturro looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T8#
Jello keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Jello wants to sweep here but Turturro controlling him for the moment.
Turturro pushing down on Jello's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T9#
The fighters are battling for position here. Jello manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Jello is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Jello has his hands on Turturro's head, controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jello swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T10#
Turturro controlling from the top position.
Jello is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Turturro sitting in guard here, content to control.
Jello keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass. #T11#
Jello pulls Turturro in close to his closed guard and prevents Turturro from doing any damage or advancing position.
Jello keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Jello pulls Turturro in close to prevent any damage. #T12#
Jello keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Jello keeps moving.
Jello managing to control the position.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Jello keeps moving. #T13#
Jello pulls Turturro in to control the position.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Jello is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jello can't keep his opponent in guard - Turturro advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T14##SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura here.
Jello wants to get back to full guard.
Turturro with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jello won't allow Turturro to pass to mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jello takes the fight on points by 10 to 2.
An out of breath Moldy Jello 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:
WP 93
Date: Mar 30, 2024 |
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 23 wins and 17 losses; Roman Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 53 wins and 76 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, James Atkins and Richard Clark.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Turturro looks for a takedown but Kersikov sprawls well.
Nice sprawl there from Turturro as Kersikov shoots in.
Kersikov shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Turturro pinned against the cage. Turturro gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Kersikov misses with a takedown attempt - Turturro sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Roman Kersikov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown but Kersikov shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Kersikov looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Turturro is fending him off so far but Kersikov persists. Nope, Turturro circles away and we're back to standing.
Kersikov closes this distance looking for a takedown but Turturro circles away.
And Turturro tries to counter it with a takedown but Kersikov pushes his down on his head and steps out.
Nice takedown defense from Kersikov. No joy for Turturro on that attempt.
Horrible takedown attempt by Kersikov or perhaps it was just good defense by Turturro, which made it look bad. #TD#
Kersikov 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. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Kersikov from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T1#
Kersikov is fighting to break Turturro's control of his arms but Turturro is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Turturro working a defensive guard here.
Turturro is looking to sweep but instead, Kersikov has passed into half guard.
#T2#
Kersikov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.
Turturro wants to control but Kersikov is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T3#
Turturro works his way to full guard. Good work.
Kersikov being controlled here momentarily.
Turturro wants to hit a sweep here but Kersikov passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Turturro there! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro gets back to half guard.
Kersikov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T4#
Kersikov moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (8) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is trying to control Kersikov's posture but Kersikov avoids it.
Turturro prevents Kersikov from moving into mount.
Turturro tries to control but Kersikov manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (11) vs (0) Turturro
Kersikov keeps control of the position as Turturro tries to break free.
Kersikov doesn't have the hooks in and Turturro manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (11) vs (2) Turturro#T5#
Turturro looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA II inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (11) vs (5) Turturro#T6#
Turturro trying to control the action but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Kersikov is looking for a sweep.#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kersikov has escaped the position, nice work there.
Turturro trying to control the action but Kersikov is working from the bottom. #T7#
Kersikov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Turturro off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kersikov (15) vs (5) Turturro
Kersikov gets his hands free as Turturro looks to control.
Turturro is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Kersikov.
Kersikov has the hooks in. Turturro is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T8#
Turturro wants to control his opponent's hands but Kersikov gets his hands free.
Turturro tries to escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro is still trying to improve position.#T9#
Turturro trying to control the position but Kersikov manages to sink in the hooks.
Turturro is really stuck here.
Kersikov keeps control of the position easily here as Turturro tries to buck him off.
Turturro is trying to break free.
Turturro rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#T10#
Kersikov sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for subs from the bottom but Kersikov mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (18) vs (5) Turturro
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro is desperately trying to improve his position but Kersikov has a good base and remains in mount.
Kersikov controlling from mount. #T11#
Turturro is looking to improve his position but Kersikov isn't that keen on the idea.
Turturro regains half guard.
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Kersikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Turturro won't allow Kersikov to pass to mount.
Turturro is trying to control but can't.
Turturro works his way to full guard. Good work.#T12##SUB2#
Turturro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Kersikov doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Kersikov manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Kersikov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Turturro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Turturro trying to control the position.
Turturro keeping full guard, as Kersikov tries to pass. #T13#
Turturro wants to sweep here but Kersikov controlling him for the moment.
Kersikov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Turturro tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Turturro keeping full guard, as Kersikov tries to pass. #T14#
Kersikov postures up.
Kersikov won't allow Turturro to sweep him here.
Kersikov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Turturro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 18 to 5.
A victorious Roman Kersikov thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
WP 92
Date: Mar 27, 2024 |
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 100 wins and 59 losses; Moldy Jello! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 53 wins and 75 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, James Glass and Phil Schofield.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Turturro fails with the takedown.
Jello attempts a counter takedown but Turturro avoids it well and moves away.
Turturro misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Turturro shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD#
and Jello counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Jello. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jello (2) vs (0) Turturro
Moldy Jello has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Turturro.
Jello postures up.
Turturro looking to control but Jello passes into half guard.
Jello tries to pass to full mount but Turturro defends it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.#T1#
Jello controlling the action here.
Turturro tries to roll over but Jello keeps him under control.
Turturro wants to control but Jello is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Jello stalling.
Jello wants to pass to mount but Turturro is defending the position.
Turturro preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Turturro has a hand on Jello's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Jello takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Jello (5) vs (0) Turturro
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Turturro tries to lock up and control but Jello gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Turturro working to try and regain half guard.
Turturro wants to control but Jello is having none of it.
Jello looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
Jello seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.
Jello seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Turturro is holding on tight.
Jello prevents Turturro from getting the reversal.
Turturro is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Turturro wants to control but Jello is having none of it.
Turturro slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T5#
Jello is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Turturro wants to control but Jello is keeping busy.
Jello has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T6#
Jello passes into side control, despite Turturro's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Jello (8) vs (0) Turturro
Jello is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T7#
Turturro tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad. Score +2 for reaching mount: Jello (10) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is trying desperately to improve position.
Turturro wants to control but Jello is having none of it.
Turturro is working to get back to half guard.
Jello takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T8#
Turturro wants to hold on but Jello pushes him away.
Jello tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T9#
Turturro wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Jello (13) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro tries to escape but Jello has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Jello avoiding Turturro 's attempts to control his hands.
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T10#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Turturro manages to reverse the position and now he's in Jello's guard. Nice work there by Turturro.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (13) vs (2) Turturro
Jello is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Jello is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T11#
Turturro showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Jello has his hands on Turturro's head, controlling the position.
Jello tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Jello had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Turturro defends it easily.#T12#
Jello keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Jello tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Jello is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA II inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Turturro wants to control from the top but Jello keeps moving.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Jello is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (15) vs (2) Turturro#T13#
Jello pushes down on Turturro's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Jello slows the pace down in half guard.
Turturro works his way to full guard. Good work.#T14#
Turturro wants to improve his position but instead Jello has moved into half guard.
Turturro has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Jello is working away from the top position though.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
Turturro is trying to maintain the position but Jello is very close to passing his half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jello prevents Turturro from improving his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jello takes the fight on points by 15 to 2.
A victorious Moldy Jello thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
WP 91
Date: Mar 23, 2024 |
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 57 wins and 38 losses; Vasiliy Kulik! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 52 wins and 75 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, William Gold and Donald Grub.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Turturro closes this distance looking for a takedown but Kulik circles away.#TD#
Kulik shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kulik (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro controlling the position for now.
Kulik trying to advance position but Turturro counters by regaining guard.
Kulik 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.
Turturro trying to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro wants to hit a sweep here but Kulik passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Turturro there! Score +3 for passing guard: Kulik (5) vs (0) Turturro#T1#
Turturro tries to lock up and control but Kulik gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Kulik controlling from the full mount.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Turturro tries to hold on but Kulik pushes him away.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kulik controlling from the full mount.
Kulik fails to advance to Turturro's back. #T2#
Kulik is working hard here to advance position.
Turturro is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Turturro wants to hold on but Kulik pushes him away.#T3#
Kulik takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Kulik (8) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is really stuck here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Kulik's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Kulik doesn't have the hooks in and Turturro manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kulik (8) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kulik trying to keep a closed guard but Turturro is proving a slippery customer.
#T4#
Kulik keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kulik is keeping the position for now.
Turturro is pushing down on Kulik's leg trying to pass to half guard. Kulik is fighting to maintain full guard but Turturro has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Turturro is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Kulik has managed to free his arm - good work.
Turturro wants to take a breather but Kulik is having none of it. #T5#
Kulik works his way to full guard. Good work.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Kulik keeps moving.
Kulik really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Kulik wants to sweep but no luck.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Kulik is pulling down on Turturro's head. It's preventing any offense from Turturro, at least for the moment.#T6#
Kulik looking to hit a scissor sweep but Turturro is one step ahead there.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA II inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T7#
Turturro passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Kulik (8) vs (5) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Kulik is not content to let Turturro control the position.
Turturro advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Kulik (8) vs (7) Turturro#T8#
Turturro can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Kulik is looking to escape.
Kulik is desperately trying to improve his position but Turturro has a good base and remains in mount.
Turturro tries to control but Kulik wriggling away.
Kulik is looking to improve his position but Turturro isn't that keen on the idea.#T9#
Turturro with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Turturro trying to control but Kulik is having none of it.
Turturro fails to advance to Kulik's back. #T10#
Kulik is squirming around, avoiding Turturro's attempts to control the action.
Kulik stops Turturro from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #SUB2#
Turturro working for a guillotine from mount but Kulik is in no mood to give up.
Kulik is squirming around, avoiding Turturro's attempts to control the action. #T11#
Turturro controlling the pace for now.
Kulik is trying desperately to improve position.
Turturro trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Turturro pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#T12#
Turturro trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Kulik is working to get back to half guard.
#T13#
Turturro takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#SUB2#
Turturro is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Kulik to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Kulik shrugs it off.
Turturro avoids the attempt from Kulik to control.#T14#
Turturro takes Kulik's back. Score +3 for taking back: Kulik (8) vs (10) Turturro
Turturro gets his hands free as Kulik looks to control.
Kulik is trying to break free.
#SUB2#
Turturro is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Kulik knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Kulik for a finish.
Turturro tries to keep control of the position but Kulik is staying busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Kulik 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 Turturro gets his way!
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 10 to 8.
A very excited looking Billy Turturro 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:
WP 89
Date: Mar 16, 2024 |
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 67 wins and 49 losses; The Reverend Jim Ignatowski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 51 wins and 75 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, James Atkins and Chris Edwards.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Ignatowski stuffs the takedown attempt from Turturro. Turturro gets slowly back to his feet. #TD#
Ignatowski feints and as Turturro raises his hands in defense, Ignatowski changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ignatowski (2) vs (0) Turturro
Ignatowski is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Turturro has his foot on Ignatowski's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ignatowski works his way back into a safe position though.
Turturro keeping full guard, as Ignatowski tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ignatowski trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ignatowski (2) vs (2) Turturro#T1#
Ignatowski is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Turturro stopping the sweep attempt from Ignatowski.
Ignatowski is working hard here to advance position.
Turturro being controlled here momentarily.
Turturro advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ignatowski (2) vs (5) Turturro
I've been told that Turturro has been drilling his wrestling of late, which has already helped him take this fight to the mat. Let's see how much of an impact it has on the outcome of the ground game.
Turturro tries to advance to mount but Ignatowski denies him. #T2#
Ignatowski tries to bench press Turturro off him but Turturro keeps the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ignatowski prevents Turturro from moving into mount.
Ignatowski is letting Turturro control him for a moment. #SUB2#
Turturro is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ignatowski knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Ignatowski is not content to let Turturro control the position.
Ignatowski is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T3#
Turturro is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Ignatowski's shoulder. That is not cool.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ignatowski is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Ignatowski'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.
Turturro trying to control the pace. #SUB2#
Turturro is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Ignatowski trying to control here.
#T4#
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Ignatowski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Turturro content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Ignatowski trying to control here.
Ignatowski gets full guard.
Turturro controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T5#
Ignatowski keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T6#
Ignatowski looking for a sweep. Not yet Ignatowski, not yet.
Ignatowski is trying to keep Turturro in close.
Turturro trying to control but Ignatowski is working from the bottom.
Turturro won't allow Ignatowski to sweep him here.
Ignatowski might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Turturro pushes down on Ignatowski's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Ignatowski looking for a kimura from the bottom but Turturro passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ignatowski (2) vs (8) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro tries for a kimura but Ignatowski is defending well. #T7#
Ignatowski is looking to reverse the position.
Turturro trying to control the position but Ignatowski is working away.
Ignatowski tries to buck Turturro off but Turturro is having none of it.
Turturro trying to control the position but Ignatowski is working away.
Turturro is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Turturro trying to control the action but Ignatowski is working from the bottom. #T8##SUB2#
Turturro is trying to get an arm triangle but Ignatowski is defending well.
Turturro tries to move into full mount but can't pass Ignatowski's legs.
Ignatowski is looking for a sweep.
Turturro works to advance to full mount. Ignatowski defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ignatowski (2) vs (10) Turturro
Turturro can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ignatowski is looking to escape. #T9#
Ignatowski is looking to get to half guard.
Ignatowski holds on for dear life.
Ignatowski tries to reverse the position but Turturro maintains control.#SUB2#
Turturro jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Ignatowski is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Ignatowski and Turturro has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Ignatowski is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T10#
You can see the frustration on Ignatowski's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Turturro trying to control the action but Ignatowski is working from the bottom.
Turturro is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Ignatowski will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#T11#
Ignatowski tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Turturro tries to advance to mount but can't.
Ignatowski can't do much from the bottom here.
Ignatowski prevents Turturro from improving position.
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ignatowski keeps working. #T12#
Ignatowski tries to bench press Turturro off him but Turturro keeps the position.
Ignatowski wants to control but Turturro postures up.
Ignatowski manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Ignatowski is controlling Turturro's trapped leg to prevent Turturro from advancing to side control.
Ignatowski is looking to improve his position.
Turturro trying to control the action but Ignatowski is working from the bottom.
Ignatowski is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T13#
Turturro wants to control but Ignatowski is keeping him busy.
Ignatowski is looking to improve his position.
Ignatowski manages to get to full guard.
Ignatowski is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T14#
Turturro is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Turturro stopping the sweep attempt from Ignatowski.
Turturro passes into half guard.
Ignatowski won't allow Turturro to pass to mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Turturro trying to control the action but Ignatowski is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 10 to 2.
A relieved looking Billy Turturro 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:
WP 88
Date: Mar 13, 2024 |
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 97 wins and 59 losses; Moldy Jello! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 51 wins and 74 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, Paul Tew and Sam Margolis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Turturro closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jello circles away.
Jello tries to counter with a takedown but Turturro is quick to defend against it.
Turturro fails with a takedown attempt.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Jello as he jumps to the side.
Jello half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Jello 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.
Moldy Jello has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Turturro.
Turturro shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Jello defends it nicely.
Jello drops down looking for a counter takedown but Turturro sprawls and moves away.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Turturro is defended easily by Jello.
Jello appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Turturro shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Jello napping and manages to drive through into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Jello (0) vs (4) Turturro#T1#
A lull in the action here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jello is trying to control Turturro's posture but Turturro avoids it.
Jello is trying to work for a sweep but Turturro has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Jello (0) vs (6) Turturro
Jello keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA II inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T2#
Jello is squirming around, avoiding Turturro's attempts to control the action.
Turturro takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Jello tries to lock up and control but Turturro gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Turturro is looking to take Jello's back but instead Jello gets back to half guard. Nice work.
Turturro tries to pass to full mount but Jello defends it. #T3#
Turturro takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#SUB2#
Turturro is trying to work for a kimura but Jello is defending well.
Turturro is keen to just control but Jello is a slippery customer.
Turturro prevents Jello from improving his position.
Turturro stalling away here and it's allowed Jello to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #T4#
Jello keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro 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.
Jello controlling Turturro's posture. #SUB#
Turturro got a little sloppy there for a moment and Jello has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Turturro has managed to get both his arms back between Jello's legs - danger averted.#T5#
Turturro is looking to advance position but Jello has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Jello (4) vs (6) Turturro
Turturro has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Jello (7) vs (6) Turturro
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Jello has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T6#
Turturro tries to escape the position.
Turturro trying to control the hands but Jello won't let him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Turturro looking to stop the rear naked choke attempt by controlling the hands. #T7#
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Jello trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Turturro doesn't escape. #T8#
Jello avoiding Turturro 's attempts to control his hands.
Jello trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Turturro doesn't escape. #T9#
Jello tries to get the hooks in deep but Turturro pushed the leg off.
Turturro tries to roll but Jello sticks to his back.
Jello not allowing Turturro to control his hands.
Turturro tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Turturro wants to control but Jello is having none of it.#T10#
Turturro is in all sorts of trouble here.
Turturro slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Turturro is concentrating on defense, preventing Jello from advancing position.
Jello prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Turturro trying to hold on to Jello's head to control him but Jello postures up.
Jello content to control rather than advance. #T11#
Turturro trying to control from the bottom.
Jello keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Jello has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Jello (10) vs (6) Turturro
Jello controlling from the full mount. #T12#
Turturro prevents Jello from taking his back.
Turturro tries to improve his position but instead Jello has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Jello (13) vs (6) Turturro
Turturro is trying to break free.
Jello has good solid back control here. #T13##SUB#
Turturro preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Jello.
Jello controls the position.
Turturro trying to control the action but Jello just sinks the hooks in.
Jello biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T14#
Turturro trying to control the hands but Jello won't let him.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jello takes the fight on points by 13 to 6.
An out of breath Moldy Jello 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:
WP 87
Date: Mar 09, 2024 |
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 51 wins and 73 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 55 wins and 37 losses; Vasiliy Kulik!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Donald Grub and James Glass.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Kulik clinches up against the cage.
Turturro is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#TD2#
Kulik pulls guard effortlessly.
Turturro looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Kulik is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kulik is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T1#
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Kulik is keeping the position.
Kulik has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at KFA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Kulik keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro looking to sit in guard and control but Kulik gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Kulik
We've been hearing good reports from Turturro'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.#SUB#
Turturro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T2#
Kulik is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet.
Turturro is pulling down on Kulik's head to control his posture. #T3#
Turturro is trying to keep Kulik in close.
Kulik wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.
Kulik is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Kulik stands and throws Turturro's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (5) Kulik
Turturro trying to control but Kulik flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Turturro (0) vs (8) Kulik#T4#
Kulik is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Kulik is trying to stick to Turturro's back but Turturro is turning into Kulik. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Kulik's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Turturro. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (8) Kulik
Turturro preventing the sweep.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Kulik is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro looking to pass the guard. #T5#
Turturro not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Kulik wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Turturro trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Kulik manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (10) Kulik
Turturro looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kulik pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now. #T6#
Turturro is controlling Kulik's posture.#SUB#
Turturro looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Kulik passes into half guard.
Kulik trying to mount his opponent but Turturro defends it. #SUB#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.#T7#
Kulik trying to control the pace.
Turturro is trying to maintain the position but Kulik is very close to passing his half guard.
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T8#
Turturro wants to control but Kulik is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Turturro tries to roll over but Kulik keeps him under control.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Kulik in particular looking to stall.
Kulik is keen to just control but Turturro is a slippery customer.
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Kulik has control of the leg. #T9#
Kulik looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Turturro wants to sweep but Kulik has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (2) vs (13) Kulik
Turturro is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Kulik off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Turturro (6) vs (13) Kulik#T10#
Turturro tries to keep control of the position but Kulik is staying busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kulik can't escape the position.
Turturro wants to control but Kulik is keeping busy.
Kulik wants to control his opponent's hands but Turturro gets his hands free.
Kulik staying busy and making it hard for Turturro to control.
Turturro is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Kulik is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Kulik is keeping busy.
#T11##SUB#
Turturro is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Kulik knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Kulik for a finish.
Turturro controlling from the back.#SUB#
Turturro looking for the RNC. #T12##SUB#
Turturro is persistently looking for the submission but Kulik is defending it well.
Turturro is hanging on to Kulik's back as he tries to escape.
#SUB#
Kulik is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Turturro's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
#T13##SUB#
Turturro patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Turturro doesn't have the hooks in and Kulik manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (6) vs (15) Kulik
Kulik passes Turturro's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back.
Turturro is trying to control but can't.
#T14#
Kulik controlling the pace.
Kulik is thwarting Turturro's attempts to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Turturro makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Turturro.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kulik wins on points by 15 to 6.
Vasiliy Kulik thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WP 86
Date: Mar 06, 2024 |
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 51 wins and 72 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 81 wins and 52 losses; Bogdan Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Richard Clark and Colin Fotheringham.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Kersikov looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Kersikov
Turturro wants to sweep but no luck.
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kersikov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Kersikov being controlled here momentarily.
Kersikov slips nicely into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro trying to hold on to Kersikov's head to control him but Kersikov postures up.
#T1#
Turturro is pressing down on Kersikov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
My spies in KFA inform me that Kersikov has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Turturro controls Kersikov momentarily but Kersikov frees himself. #SUB#
Turturro is looking for a triangle here but Kersikov uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (5) Kersikov
Kersikov tries to move into full mount but can't pass Turturro's legs.
Kersikov is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T2#
Turturro is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Turturro is working hard here to advance position.
Kersikov controlling the position from side mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Let's hope that Kersikov has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Turturro is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Kersikov is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (0) vs (7) Kersikov
Kersikov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Kersikov avoids the attempt from Turturro to control.#T4#
Turturro is wriggling around trying to escape.
Kersikov controlling the position easily from mount.
Turturro bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (7) Kersikov
We've been hearing good reports from Turturro'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.
Turturro stopping the sweep attempt from Kersikov.#T5#
Turturro sitting in guard here, content to control.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
Kersikov trying to control the position here.
Turturro showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T6#
Turturro forces his way into half guard.
Well, if Turturro is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#SUB#
Turturro seems to be looking for submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T7#
Turturro looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Turturro looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Turturro content to control rather than advance.
Turturro is stalling here. Kersikov is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Turturro seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Kersikov has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Turturro (2) vs (11) Kersikov#T8#
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard.
Kersikov has control of an arm but Turturro manages to advance to Kersikov's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Turturro (6) vs (11) Kersikov
Kersikov is keeping busy.
Kersikov is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T9#
I really don't envy Kersikov right now.
#SUB#
Turturro looking for the choke but no joy.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Turturro's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Kersikov tries to break free.
#SUB#
Turturro is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Kersikov is defending well though. Turturro let's go of the attempt for now.#T10#
Turturro trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#SUB#
Turturro is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Kersikov trying to control but not successfully. #T11#
Kersikov manages to reverse the position and now he's in Turturro's guard. Nice work there by Kersikov.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (6) vs (13) Kersikov
Kersikov stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
Turturro will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Turturro seems keen to control Kersikov's posture.#SUB#
Turturro looking for a guillotine here but Kersikov defends easily.
#SUB#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T12#
Kersikov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Turturro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T13#
Turturro wants to control the position but Kersikov says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Turturro trying to hold on to Kersikov's head to control him but Kersikov postures up.
Kersikov perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Kersikov wants to pass to mount but Turturro is defending the position.
Kersikov trying to control the pace. #T14#
Turturro is looking to get back to full guard here but Kersikov has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (6) vs (16) Kersikov
Turturro tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Kersikov presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (6) vs (18) Kersikov
Kersikov looking to control and managing it successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov wins on points by 18 to 6.
Bogdan Kersikov thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WP 85
Date: Mar 02, 2024 |
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 51 wins and 71 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 40 wins and 25 losses; Tyron Scott!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, James Ackerman and James Glass.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Turturro shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Turturro showed some decent athleticism there. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (0) Scott
Scott is looking to improve his position.
Turturro seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Scott does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Turturro working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Scott's thigh. Scott counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Turturro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scott has Turturro pulled in close to control his posture. #T1#
Scott keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Scott has control of Turturro's left arm, preventing Turturro from doing any damage.
Let's hope that Scott has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Turturro showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T2#
Scott controlling the position.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Scott.
Scott keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully. #T3#
Scott pulls Turturro in to control the position.
Turturro looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Turturro tries to free his leg and advance position but Scott is retaining full guard. #T4#
Scott wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Turturro stays in close to Scott's body and controls the position. #SUB#
Turturro has gone for a leg lock! Scott slips out almost immediately though and dives into Turturro's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (2) Scott#T5#
Turturro looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Turturro working a defensive guard here.
We've been hearing good reports from Turturro'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.
Scott stays in close to Turturro's body and controls the position.
Turturro wants to sweep but no luck.
Turturro wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Scott is now in half guard. #T6#
Turturro is trying to control but can't.
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Scott is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.
Turturro is trying is best to control the position here. #T7#
Turturro trying to hold on to Scott's head to control him but Scott postures up.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.
Scott seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.#T8#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Turturro is working hard here to advance position.
Scott looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Scott prevents Turturro from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T9#
Turturro wants to control but Scott is keeping busy.
Turturro wants to improve his position but Scott is controlling well.
Turturro wants to control but Scott is keeping busy and won't allow it.
My spies in Hammer House of Horror inform me that Scott has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T10#
Turturro tries to roll over but Scott keeps him under control.#SUB#
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Scott is thwarting Turturro's attempts to control the position.
Scott sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T11#
Turturro tries to roll over but Scott keeps him under control.
Scott controlling the action here.
Scott is thwarting Turturro's attempts to control the position.
Scott is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#T12#
Turturro manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
Turturro working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Scott has passed into half guard!
Scott is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T13#
Turturro wants to control but Scott is keeping busy.
Turturro is trying to control but Scott manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (2) vs (5) Scott
Scott controlling the pace for now.
Turturro bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (4) vs (5) Scott#T14#
Scott managing to control the position.
Turturro looking to sit in guard and control but Scott gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (4) vs (7) Scott
Turturro is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Scott is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
And that's the end of the fight!
Scott wins on points by 7 to 4.
Tyron Scott decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WP 84
Date: Feb 28, 2024 |
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 80 wins and 51 losses; Bogdan Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 50 wins and 71 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Daniel Bishop and Paul Tew.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Turturro goes for a double leg but Kersikov avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Kersikov continues to drive forward.
Turturro has a takedown stuffed.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kersikov but Kersikov pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Bogdan Kersikov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Turturro.
Nice sprawl there from Turturro as Kersikov shoots in.#TD#
Kersikov shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Turturro's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Kersikov controls the pace.
Kersikov stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Turturro is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (2) Turturro
My spies in Blacktalians MMA II inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Kersikov can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Turturro controls the pace.#T1#
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Kersikov wants to sweep here but Turturro controlling him for the moment.
Kersikov 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.
Kersikov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Turturro looking to pass the guard. #T2#
Kersikov has Turturro pulled in close to control his posture.
Turturro stands and throws Kersikov's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (2) vs (5) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro tries for a kimura but Kersikov is defending well.
Turturro wants to take a breather but Kersikov manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Turturro. #T3#
Kersikov looking for a sweep. Not yet Kersikov, not yet.
Turturro looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Turturro drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Kersikov dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (4) vs (5) Turturro
Turturro working a defensive guard here.
#T4#
Turturro is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB2#
Turturro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Turturro is trying to control the position but Kersikov postures up. #T5#
Turturro looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Turturro controls Kersikov momentarily but Kersikov frees himself. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Turturro wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Turturro had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Kersikov defends it easily.
Kersikov is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T6##SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Kersikov defends well.#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a triangle but Kersikov pushes his legs off easily.
Kersikov stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T7#
Kersikov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Kersikov looking to sit in guard and control but Turturro gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (4) vs (7) Turturro
Turturro trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Turturro looking to pass the guard. #T8#
Turturro is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Kersikov is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Turturro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Turturro's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T9#
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro is stalling in the full guard.
Kersikov has his hands on Turturro's head, controlling the position.
Turturro passes Kersikov's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T10#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Turturro in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura but Kersikov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Turturro to get the leverage.
Kersikov is staying active underneath Turturro, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Turturro tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kersikov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Kersikov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Turturro pulls his head out easily. #T11#
Turturro is trying to control the action in half guard but Kersikov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Turturro is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Kersikov keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Kersikov wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
#T12##SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura but Kersikov is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Turturro to get the leverage.
Turturro seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kersikov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Kersikov won't allow Turturro to pass to mount.
Kersikov wants to get back to full guard.
Kersikov controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #SUB2#
Turturro seems to be working for a kimura but Kersikov defends the submission attempt.#T13#
Turturro wants to take a breather but Kersikov is having none of it. #T14#
Kersikov is looking for a sweep. Turturro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kersikov gets full guard.
Turturro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Kersikov swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro is looking to pass into half guard but Kersikov pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Kersikov is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (6) vs (7) Turturro
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 7 to 6.
Billy Turturro 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:
WP 76
Date: Jan 31, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 100 wins and 85 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 50 wins and 70 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, Paul Tew and Colin Fotheringham.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Horrible takedown attempt by Turturro or perhaps it was just good defense by Sparxx, which made it look bad. #TD#
Sparxx dives in and scores a takedown into Turturro's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (0) Turturro
Sparxx 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.
Turturro looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Turturro wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Turturro is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T1##SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Sparxx passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (5) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro being controlled for a moment.
Turturro gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T2#
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Turturro wants to control but Sparxx is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Turturro desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Sparxx controlling the pace.
Sparxx is thwarting Turturro's attempts to control the position.#T3#
Sparxx slows the pace down in half guard.
Turturro trying to control here.
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Sparxx is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Turturro is trying to control but can't.
#T4#
Turturro works his way to full guard. Good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sparxx is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Turturro wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Sparxx is now in half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Sparxx'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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sparxx prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Turturro trying to control here.
#T5#
Turturro is trying to control but Sparxx passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (8) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Sparxx controlling from side mount.
Turturro looks to move to half guard but instead Sparxx has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Sparxx (10) vs (0) Turturro#T6#
Turturro is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Turturro looks out of his depth in this position - he's holding on tight.
Turturro is trying to escape the mount.
#T7#
Turturro keeps trying to improve his position.
Sparxx content just to control the position here.
Turturro is wriggling around trying to escape.
Turturro wants to hold on but Sparxx pushes him away.
Turturro is looking to improve his position but Sparxx isn't that keen on the idea.#T8#
Sparxx controlling his opponent. #T9#
Turturro can't escape the position.
Turturro wants to control but Sparxx is having none of it.
Turturro working to try and regain half guard.
Sparxx controlling from mount.
Turturro tries to control Sparxx's body but Sparxx pushes him off. Turturro squirms to his side and now Sparxx has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Sparxx (13) vs (0) Turturro#T10#
Turturro is in bad spot here.
Sparxx avoiding Turturro 's attempts to control his hands.
Turturro is really stuck here.
Turturro manages to reverse the position and now he's in Sparxx's guard. Nice work there by Turturro.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sparxx (13) vs (2) Turturro
Sparxx tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T11#
My spies in Blacktalians MMA II inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Sparxx pulls Turturro in close to prevent any damage.
Turturro passes into half guard.
Turturro trying to control the action but Sparxx is working from the bottom.
Sparxx wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
#T12#
Sparxx works his way to full guard. Good work.
Turturro is looking to pass into half guard but Sparxx pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Sparxx is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sparxx (15) vs (2) Turturro
Sparxx sitting in guard here, content to control.
Sparxx trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Turturro escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sparxx gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Turturro looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T13#
Sparxx's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Sparxx is pushing down on Turturro's leg trying to pass to half guard. Turturro is fighting to maintain full guard but Sparxx has managed to sneak the leg through.
Turturro won't allow Sparxx to pass to mount.
Turturro has a hand on Sparxx's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Sparxx takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (18) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Sparxx (21) vs (2) Turturro
Sparxx is not going to allow Turturro to sit and survive in this position. #T14#
Turturro is really stuck here.
I would not like to be Turturro right now.
Sparxx seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro turns into Sparxx and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sparxx (21) vs (4) Turturro
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx takes the fight on points by 21 to 4.
Tyrone Sparxx decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WP 75
Date: Jan 27, 2024 |
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 83 wins and 47 losses; Xavier Merlin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 50 wins and 69 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Paul Tew and Colin Fotheringham.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Turturro leaves Merlin with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD2#
Turturro fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Merlin to the ground. Turturro is now in Merlin's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Merlin (0) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro trying to control but Merlin is working from the bottom.
Turturro not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro trying to control but Merlin is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Merlin wants to hit a sweep here but Turturro passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Merlin there! Score +3 for passing guard: Merlin (0) vs (5) Turturro#T1#
Merlin is squirming around, avoiding Turturro's attempts to control the action.
Turturro tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA II inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T2#
Turturro looking to control but Merlin is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Turturro controlling the position easily from mount.
Merlin doing his best to control the position. Can he escape?
Turturro sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T3#
Merlin is squirming around, avoiding Turturro's attempts to control the action.
We've been hearing good reports from Merlin'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.
Turturro controlling from mount.
Turturro can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Merlin is looking to escape. #SUB2#
Turturro goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Merlin turns into him and now he's in Turturro's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Merlin (2) vs (5) Turturro#T4#
Turturro is trying to control the position but Merlin postures up.
Merlin advances to half guard.
Turturro keeping control of the position.
Turturro is pressing down on Merlin's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T5#
Merlin stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
Merlin might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Merlin tries to free his leg and advance position but Turturro is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Merlin got a little sloppy there for a moment and Turturro has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Merlin has managed to get both his arms back between Turturro's legs - danger averted.
Turturro is pulling down on Merlin's head. It's preventing any offense from Merlin, at least for the moment.#T6#
Merlin trying to move into half guard but instead Turturro has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Merlin (2) vs (7) Turturro
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Merlin keeps moving.
Merlin looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Merlin working a defensive guard but Turturro passes into half guard.
Merlin is looking to control Turturro's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Merlin avoid being mounted?#T7#
Turturro not doing much here.
Turturro wants to pass to mount but Merlin is defending the position.
Turturro with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Merlin trying to control here.
#T8#
Merlin tries to roll over but Turturro keeps him under control.
Turturro trying to control from Merlin's half guard. Merlin has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Merlin is keeping the position for now.
Turturro controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Merlin keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro content to stall in guard here. #T9#
Merlin has his hands on Turturro's head, controlling the position.
Turturro looking to sit in guard and control but Merlin gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Merlin (4) vs (7) Turturro
Turturro looking to control.
#T10#
Merlin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Turturro controlling Merlin's posture.
Merlin stands and throws Turturro's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Merlin (7) vs (7) Turturro
Turturro is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T11#
Turturro looking for a sweep but Merlin has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Merlin (9) vs (7) Turturro
Turturro is in all sorts of trouble here.
Turturro wants to control but Merlin is having none of it.
Merlin wants to control the pace but Turturro is squirming around nicely. #T12#
Turturro is trying to escape the mount.
Turturro wants to control but Merlin is having none of it.
Merlin controlling from mount.
Turturro is squirming around, avoiding Merlin's attempts to control the action. #T13#
Turturro wants to hold on but Merlin pushes him away.
Merlin trying to control but Turturro is having none of it. #T14#
Turturro working to try and regain half guard.
Turturro tries to hold on but Merlin pushes him away.
Turturro is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Merlin is staying active.
Turturro tries to reverse the position but Merlin maintains control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro tries to hold on but Merlin pushes him away.
Turturro is working to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Merlin takes the fight on points by 9 to 7.
Xavier Merlin thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WP 74
Date: Jan 24, 2024 |
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 50 wins and 68 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 61 wins and 44 losses; The Reverend Jim Ignatowski!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, James Glass and James Atkins.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Ignatowski feints and as Turturro raises his hands in defense, Ignatowski changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Ignatowski
Turturro keeping full guard, as Ignatowski tries to pass.
We've been hearing good reports from Turturro'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.
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet.
Ignatowski has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at KFA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Turturro working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Turturro is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ignatowski defends well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Turturro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ignatowski doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ignatowski manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Ignatowski preventing the sweep. #T1#
Ignatowski is pushing down on Turturro's leg trying to pass to half guard. Turturro is fighting to maintain full guard but Ignatowski has managed to sneak the leg through.
Ignatowski is keen to just control but Turturro is a slippery customer.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
Ignatowski wants to free his trapped foot but Turturro is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Ignatowski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Turturro is positioning himself well to prevent Ignatowski advancing to mount.
Ignatowski is looking to advance position but Turturro won't allow it. #T2#
Turturro wants to control the action here but instead Ignatowski manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (5) Ignatowski
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Turturro is working hard here to advance position.
Ignatowski avoids the attempt from Turturro to control.
Ignatowski fails to advance to Turturro's back.
Ignatowski looking to control but Turturro is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3#
Ignatowski controlling the pace for now.
Turturro tries to hold on but Ignatowski postures up.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ignatowski trying to control but Turturro is having none of it.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ignatowski tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
Ignatowski can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Turturro is looking to escape.
Ignatowski might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Turturro haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Turturro wants to hold on but Ignatowski pushes him away.
Turturro is wriggling around trying to escape.
Turturro is squirming around, avoiding Ignatowski's attempts to control the action.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T5#
Ignatowski moves to back control. Score +3 for taking back: Turturro (0) vs (8) Ignatowski
A lull in the action here.
Turturro is really stuck here.
Ignatowski controlling the position well here. Turturro rolled but Ignatowski kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Turturro trying to control the position but Ignatowski manages to sink in the hooks.
Turturro prevents Ignatowski from getting a body triangle.#T6#
Ignatowski really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Turturro.
Turturro manages to reverse the position and now he's in Ignatowski's guard. Nice work there by Turturro.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (8) Ignatowski
Ignatowski wants to sweep but no luck.
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ignatowski is keeping the position for now. #T7#
Turturro controls from within his opponent's guard.
Ignatowski is trying to keep Turturro in close.
Ignatowski is looking to sweep but instead, Turturro has passed into half guard.
Ignatowski is looking for a sweep. Turturro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Turturro is trying to work for a kimura but Ignatowski is defending well.
Ignatowski manages to get to full guard.
#T8#
Ignatowski lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (10) Ignatowski
Turturro controlling the position.
Ignatowski 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#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T9#
Ignatowski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ignatowski trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ignatowski stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
Turturro controlling the position.
Ignatowski pushes down on Turturro's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Ignatowski is trying to control. Turturro wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T10#
Ignatowski wants to pass the guard but Turturro is defending well.
Turturro gets full guard.
Turturro is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ignatowski looking to sit in guard and control but Turturro gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (4) vs (10) Ignatowski#T11#
Ignatowski keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Turturro sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Turturro will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Ignatowski looking for a sweep. Not yet Ignatowski, not yet.
Ignatowski is trying to control the position but Turturro postures up.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Ignatowski keeps moving. #T12#
Ignatowski bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Turturro's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (4) vs (12) Ignatowski
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet.
Ignatowski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ignatowski won't allow Turturro to sweep him here. #T13#
Turturro is trying to control the position but Ignatowski postures up.
Turturro wants to improve his position but instead Ignatowski has moved into half guard.
Ignatowski wants to pass to mount but Turturro is defending the position.
Ignatowski prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Ignatowski is thwarting Turturro's attempts to control the position.#T14#
Ignatowski is trying to control the action in half guard but Turturro is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Turturro slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Turturro keeping full guard, as Ignatowski tries to pass. #SUB#
Turturro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ignatowski wins on points by 12 to 4.
The Reverend Jim Ignatowski thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WP 72
Date: Jan 17, 2024 |
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 61 wins and 43 losses; The Reverend Jim Ignatowski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 49 wins and 68 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, James Atkins and Colin Fotheringham.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Ignatowski shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Ignatowski was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ignatowski (4) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro tries to bench press Ignatowski off him but Ignatowski keeps the position.
Turturro is letting Ignatowski control him for a moment.
Turturro is looking to regain half guard here but Ignatowski keeps moving and retains side control.
Turturro can't do much from the bottom here.
Ignatowski has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Ignatowski staying calm.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ignatowski trying to control the position but Turturro is working away. #T1#
Ignatowski looking to control but instead Turturro has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.#SUB#
Ignatowski is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Turturro has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Ignatowski wants to work for an arm triangle but Turturro is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Ignatowski is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ignatowski is controlling the pace.
#T2#
Turturro moves into full guard.
Ignatowski stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Ignatowski from controlling successfully.
Turturro can't keep his opponent in guard - Ignatowski advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
#T3#
Turturro wants to control but Ignatowski is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ignatowski trying to mount his opponent but Turturro defends it.
Ignatowski wants to advance to full mount but Turturro doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Ignatowski wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Ignatowski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T4#
Turturro has control of Ignatowski's left arm, preventing Ignatowski from doing any damage.
Ignatowski wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Ignatowski from controlling successfully.
Turturro has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Ignatowski from controlling successfully. #T5#
Ignatowski passes Turturro's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Ignatowski is looking to pass to full mount but he's left his head exposed in the process. Turturro has locked up a guillotine and regained full guard. He's really cranking on it - this could be the end! Is it? Is it? No... YES! YES! He's tapped! I didn't think he was going to get it there for a minute but he did! Well done Turturro! He waited for his chance and took it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Billy Turturro!
Our winner, Billy Turturro, 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:
WP 71
Date: Jan 13, 2024 |
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 49 wins and 67 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 81 wins and 46 losses; Xavier Merlin!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Chris Edwards and Sam Margolis.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Merlin is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Turturro's half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Merlin
Merlin is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
It looks like Merlin might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.
My spies in KFA inform me that Merlin has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T1#
Turturro won't allow Merlin to pass to mount.
Turturro is trying to maintain the position but Merlin is very close to passing his half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Turturro is staying active underneath Merlin, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Merlin in particular looking to stall.#T2#
Turturro wants to get back to full guard but Merlin has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (5) Merlin
Merlin prevents Turturro from getting the reversal.
Turturro tries to hold on but Merlin pushes him away.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Merlin tries to control but Turturro wriggling away.
Merlin controlling the pace for now. #T3#
Turturro wants to hold on but Merlin pushes him away.
Merlin content just to control the position here.
Turturro is desperately trying to improve his position but Merlin has a good base and remains in mount.
Turturro tries to hold on but Merlin postures up.
Turturro manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T4#
Turturro moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Turturro pulls Merlin in close to prevent any damage.
Merlin trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Merlin looking to pass the guard.
Merlin trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom. #T5#
Merlin is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Turturro managing to control the position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Turturro is looking to sweep but instead, Merlin has passed into half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Turturro'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.
Turturro is looking to control Merlin's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?#T6#
Merlin controlling the pace.
The fighters are battling for position here. Turturro manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Turturro wants to sweep here but Merlin controlling him for the moment.
Turturro working a defensive guard here.
#T7##SUB#
Merlin avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Merlin trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Turturro managing to control the position.
Merlin must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Turturro has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Merlin has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (8) Merlin#T8#
Turturro tries to improve position but can't.
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Turturro is looking for a sweep.#T9#
Merlin gets to mount! Turturro was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (0) vs (10) Merlin
Turturro wants to hold on but Merlin pushes him away.
Merlin wants to control the pace but Turturro is squirming around nicely.
Turturro is trying desperately to improve position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T10#
Merlin trying to control but Turturro is having none of it.
Turturro is looking to get to half guard.#T11#
Turturro is working hard here to advance position.
Turturro wants to control but Merlin is having none of it.
Turturro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Merlin looking to control but Turturro is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T12#
Turturro tries to lock up and control but Merlin gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Turturro tries to reverse the position but Merlin maintains control.
Turturro is squirming around, avoiding Merlin's attempts to control the action.
Merlin avoids the attempt from Turturro to control.
Turturro regains half guard.#T13#
Turturro is concentrating on defense, preventing Merlin from advancing position.
Turturro wants to control but Merlin is keeping busy.
Merlin trying to control the action but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Turturro tries to roll over but Merlin keeps him under control.#T14#
Merlin is keen to just control but Turturro is a slippery customer.
Merlin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Turturro is trying to get back to full guard.
Turturro trying to hold on to Merlin's head to control him but Merlin postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro manages to get to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Merlin wins on points by 10 to 0.
An out of breath Xavier Merlin 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:
WP 70
Date: Jan 10, 2024 |
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 66 wins and 38 losses; Jackson Ramirez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 49 wins and 66 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, William Gold and James Glass.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Ramirez darts in looking for a takedown but Turturro gets double underhooks and turns Ramirez into the cage. #TD#
Ramirez is trying to trip Turturro. He has hold of a leg but Turturro is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Ramirez persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ramirez (2) vs (0) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet.
Turturro is trying to control the position but Ramirez postures up.
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.
Turturro is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ramirez postures up.
We've been hearing good reports from Ramirez'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.#T1##SUB2#
Turturro has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Ramirez is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Turturro. Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (5) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro holds on to Ramirez's head and controls the position momentarily.
Ramirez tries to move into full mount but can't pass Turturro's legs.
Turturro is looking for a sweep.
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Ramirez's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Turturro controlling the position for now.#T2#
Ramirez keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Turturro moves into full guard.
Ramirez slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ramirez performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T3#
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.
Turturro is trying to maintain the position but Ramirez is very close to passing his half guard.#T4#
Ramirez content to control rather than advance.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro wants to improve his position but Ramirez is controlling well.
#T5#
Ramirez performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Ramirez is pressing down on Turturro's thigh, looking to free his foot. Turturro is holding on for now.
Ramirez looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T6#
Turturro wants to control but Ramirez is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
Ramirez is taking a breather. Turturro 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.
Ramirez's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Ramirez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.#T7#
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Ramirez has control of the leg.
Ramirez sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Turturro works his way to full guard. Good work.#T8##SUB2#
Turturro has an active guard here but Ramirez has managed to pass into half guard.
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Ramirez has control of the leg.
Turturro is looking to control Ramirez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?
Ramirez prevents Turturro from improving his position.#T9#
Ramirez sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Turturro tries to roll over but Ramirez keeps him under control.
Turturro trying to control but Ramirez postures up.
#T10#
Turturro might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Ramirez haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Turturro wants to control the action here but instead Ramirez manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (8) vs (0) Turturro
Ramirez wants to take Turturro's back here but Turturro is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Turturro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Ramirez moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Ramirez (11) vs (0) Turturro#T11#
Ramirez trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Turturro doesn't escape.
Ramirez is hanging on to Turturro's back as he tries to escape.
Ramirez biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T12#
Turturro is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ramirez tries to get the hooks in deep but Turturro pushed the leg off.
Turturro tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Turturro tries to reverse the position but Ramirez maintains control.
Turturro gets back to half guard.
Ramirez seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Turturro trying to control from the bottom.
#T13#
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
#T14#
Ramirez trying to pass the guard but Turturro defending well.
Well, if Ramirez is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Turturro is looking to control Ramirez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?
And that's the end of the fight!
Ramirez takes the fight on points by 11 to 0.
Jackson Ramirez managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Threads of Fate, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
WP 69
Date: Jan 06, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 16 losses; Tyron Scott! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 49 wins and 65 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Andrew Berry and James Atkins.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Turturro misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Scott drops down looking for a counter takedown but Turturro sprawls and moves away.
Scott darts in looking for a takedown but Turturro gets double underhooks and turns Scott into the cage.
Turturro feints the counter takedown.
Turturro is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD#
Scott manages to pull guard.
Turturro being controlled here momentarily.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Scott is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Scott seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Scott is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro controlling from the top position. #T1#
It looks like Turturro might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Scott keeps moving. #T2#
Turturro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Scott is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Scott haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T3##SUB#
Scott is working actively from the bottom, looking for submissions. He's escaped his hips to the side and he's going for an armbar! Turturro has his hands clasped together but Scott extends and breaks Turturro's desperate grasp, forcing a tap out due to armbar! Nice BJJ displayed there by Scott.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tyron Scott!
Tyron Scott retains his super heavyweight title!
After winning the bout, Tyron Scott 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:
WP 68
Date: Jan 03, 2024 |
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 48 wins and 65 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 57 wins and 24 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Chris Edwards and Paul Tew.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Turturro throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Rodriquez's waist but Rodriquez gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Turturro off to one side.
Rodriquez changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Turturro with a poor takedown #TD2#
so Rodriquez counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Rodriquez
Rodriquez postures up.
Turturro being controlled here, momentarily.
Turturro trying to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Turturro holds on and takes a little breather.
Turturro trying to control the position.
#T1#
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet.
Turturro looking to control.
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet. #SUB#
Rodriquez lying in Turturro's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Turturro decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Rodriquez taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Billy Turturro!
During a confident post fight interview, Billy Turturro thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WP 67
Date: Dec 30, 2023 |
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 47 wins and 65 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 79 wins and 44 losses; Xavier Merlin!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, James Ackerman and Paul Tew.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Turturro enables Merlin to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Turturro manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Merlin#SUB#
Turturro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Merlin works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Turturro 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.
Merlin wants to pass to mount but Turturro is defending the position.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro won't allow Merlin to pass to mount.
Merlin has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (5) Merlin
Turturro is trying desperately to improve position.#T1#
Turturro is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
My spies in KFA inform me that Merlin has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Turturro can't escape the position.
Merlin takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T2#
Merlin wants to control the pace but Turturro is squirming around nicely.
Turturro tries to lock up and control but Merlin gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Merlin controlling his opponent.
Turturro tries to lock up and control but Merlin gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T3#
Turturro is wriggling around trying to escape.
Turturro regains half guard.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard but Merlin has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (8) Merlin
Merlin takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Turturro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T4#
Merlin wants to control the pace but Turturro is squirming around nicely.
Turturro is looking to improve his position but Merlin isn't that keen on the idea.
Merlin content just to control the position here.
Turturro manages to control the position for a moment.#T5#
Merlin tries to control but Turturro wriggling away.
Turturro tries to lock up and control but Merlin gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Merlin wants to control the pace but Turturro is squirming around nicely.
Turturro wants to hold on but Merlin pushes him away.#T6#
Merlin sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Merlin controlling the pace for now.
Turturro tries to lock up and control but Merlin gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Turturro is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T7#
Turturro is squirming around, avoiding Merlin's attempts to control the action.
Turturro is wriggling around trying to escape.
Turturro is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Merlin trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Merlin avoids the attempt from Turturro to control.#T8#
Merlin wants to control but Turturro has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
Turturro is looking to control Merlin's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?
Turturro wants to control but Merlin passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (11) Merlin
Turturro tries to bench press Merlin off him but Merlin keeps the position. #T9#
Turturro is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Merlin off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Turturro (4) vs (11) Merlin
A bit of a pause in the action here. Turturro controlling the positon.
Turturro wants to control but Merlin is keeping busy.#SUB#
Turturro is cranking Merlin's head sideways - that looks painful. He's managed to get his other arm under the chin and this looks bad for Merlin! He's tightened the choke and Merlin is tapping out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Billy Turturro!
A relieved looking Billy Turturro 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:
WP 66
Date: Dec 27, 2023 |
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 63 wins and 37 losses; Jackson Ramirez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 46 wins and 65 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Richard Clark and Donald Grub.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Turturro tries for a takedown but Ramirez sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Turturro goes for a double leg but Ramirez avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Ramirez continues to drive forward.
Turturro tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Ramirez defends well and Turturro ends up having to push Ramirez into the ropes where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Jackson Ramirez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Turturro.
Ramirez looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Turturro is fending him off so far but Ramirez persists. Nope, Turturro circles away and we're back to standing.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Ramirez shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Turturro as he jumps to the side.
Turturro shoots in looking for a takedown. Ramirez tries to sprawl out of it but Turturro keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the ropes. Ramirez manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #TD#
Ramirez looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Turturro! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ramirez (4) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro is still trying to improve position.
Turturro prevents Ramirez from improving position.
Ramirez taking a breather here. #T1#
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ramirez trying to control the position but Turturro is working away.
Turturro is trying to control Ramirez's posture but Ramirez avoids it. #T2#
Turturro is trying to improve his position.
Turturro can't do much from the bottom here. #T3#
Ramirez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Turturro keeps working.
Turturro is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Ramirez off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ramirez (4) vs (4) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a choke. Ramirez gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Ramirez manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (6) vs (4) Turturro
Ramirez advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (9) vs (4) Turturro#T4#
Turturro wants to control but Ramirez postures up.
Ramirez trying to control the position but Turturro is working away.
Turturro is looking for a sweep.
Ramirez moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T5#
Turturro wants to control but Ramirez postures up.
Ramirez controlling the position from side mount.
Turturro tries to improve position but can't.
Turturro struggling a bit here.
Ramirez is looking to take a break and control but Turturro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T6#
Turturro wants to control but Ramirez postures up.
Ramirez takes a little break here. Turturro wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Ramirez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Turturro keeps working. #T7#
Ramirez moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Turturro is looking for a sweep.
Ramirez controls the position.
Turturro tries to improve position but can't.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T8#
Ramirez is staying tight to Turturro's torso, preventing him from escaping.
We've been hearing good reports from Ramirez'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.
Ramirez has control of an arm but Turturro manages to advance to Ramirez's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ramirez (9) vs (8) Turturro#T9#
Turturro is hanging on to Ramirez's back as he tries to escape.
Turturro controlling from the back.#SUB2#
Ramirez fending off the submission attempt from Turturro.
Good control from Turturro.#SUB2#
Turturro looking for the RNC. #T10#
Turturro has good solid back control here. #SUB2#
Turturro is persistently looking for the submission but Ramirez is defending it well.
Ramirez can't escape the position.
Ramirez trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T11##SUB2#
Turturro working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Ramirez manages to reverse the position and now he's in Turturro's guard. Nice work there by Ramirez.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (11) vs (8) Turturro
Turturro working a defensive guard here.
Turturro manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ramirez manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (11) vs (10) Turturro
Ramirez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T12#
Ramirez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Turturro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ramirez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ramirez keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (11) vs (13) Turturro
Ramirez gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard. #T13#
Ramirez is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ramirez doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Turturro.
Turturro wants to take a breather but Ramirez is having none of it. #T14##SUB2#
Turturro seems to be looking for submissions.
Turturro tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ramirez knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Turturro controlling the action here.
Ramirez won't allow Turturro to pass to mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro trying to control from half guard but Ramirez is working away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 13 to 11.
An out of breath Billy Turturro 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:
WP 65
Date: Dec 23, 2023 |
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 44 wins and 26 losses; Vasiliy Kulik! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 45 wins and 65 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Paul Tew and Andrew Berry.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Turturro shoots in for a takedown but Kulik shows good takedown defense. #CL#
Kulik clinches.
Turturro is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Kulik is defending well.#TD#
Kulik successfully pulls guard.
Kulik keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass.
Kulik keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Kulik manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Turturro manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kulik (2) vs (0) Turturro
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro keeping full guard, as Kulik tries to pass.
Turturro pulls Kulik in to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Turturro looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kulik looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kulik controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T2#
Turturro looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Turturro trying to control the position.
Kulik controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Kulik avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T3#
Turturro has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Turturro keeping full guard, as Kulik tries to pass. #T4#
Kulik won't allow Turturro to sweep him here.
Kulik pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now.
Kulik is stalling in the full guard.
Kulik's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#SUB2#
Turturro has his foot on Kulik's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kulik works his way back into a safe position though.#T5#
Kulik tries to free his leg and advance position but Turturro is retaining full guard.
Kulik showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Turturro is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Kulik frees his head nicely. Oh but Turturro has switched to an armbar! Kulik is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:45 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Billy Turturro!
A relieved looking Billy Turturro 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:
WP 64
Date: Dec 20, 2023 |
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 45 wins and 64 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 61 wins and 37 losses; Jackson Ramirez!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Chris Edwards and Paul Tew.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Turturro shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (0) Ramirez
Turturro trying to control but Ramirez is working from the bottom.
Turturro is fighting to break Ramirez's control of his arms but Ramirez is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
We've been hearing good reports from Turturro'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.
Turturro is looking to advance position but Ramirez has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Turturro (2) vs (4) Ramirez
Turturro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro tries to hold on but Ramirez postures up.
Ramirez controlling from mount. #T1#
It looks like Ramirez might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Turturro wants to control but Ramirez is having none of it.
Ramirez prevents Turturro from getting the reversal.#T2#
Ramirez manages to capitalize on a mistake by Turturro to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Turturro (2) vs (7) Ramirez
I've been told that Ramirez has been drilling his wrestling of late, which has already helped him take this fight to the mat. Let's see how much of an impact it has on the outcome of the ground game.
Turturro rolls, trying to escape but Ramirez keeps control of the position.
Ramirez controls the position.
Turturro is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ramirez controlling the position well here. Turturro rolled but Ramirez kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Turturro just trying to survive but Ramirez is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T3#
Ramirez biding his time, looking for the opening.
Turturro turns into Ramirez and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (4) vs (7) Ramirez
Turturro will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Turturro won't allow Ramirez to sweep him here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Ramirez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ramirez is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Turturro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4#
Ramirez is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Turturro trying to control but Ramirez is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ramirez is keeping the position for now.
Ramirez keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro 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. #T5#
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Ramirez is keeping the position.
Ramirez trying to control the position here. #T6#
Ramirez keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Ramirez is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Turturro trying to control but Ramirez is working from the bottom.
Turturro passes into half guard. #T7#
Ramirez is doing well to control the position and prevent Turturro from advancing to side control.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Ramirez is defending well.
Turturro is trying to control. Ramirez wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Turturro is just content to waste time from the top position. Ramirez takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Turturro looking to sit in guard and control but Ramirez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (4) vs (9) Ramirez#T8#
Ramirez is stalling in the full guard.
Turturro keeping full guard, as Ramirez tries to pass.
Ramirez slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T9#
Ramirez looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Turturro working for submissions but it's allowed Ramirez to get to half guard.
Ramirez seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T10#
Turturro manages to get to full guard.
Turturro tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ramirez content to stall in guard here.
Ramirez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T11#
Turturro is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Ramirez postures up.
Ramirez controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Turturro is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Ramirez trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Turturro manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (6) vs (9) Ramirez#T12#
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Ramirez wants to sweep but no luck.
Ramirez can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Turturro controls the pace.
Ramirez keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Ramirez is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T13#
Ramirez is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Ramirez looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Turturro puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Turturro trying to advance position but Ramirez counters by regaining guard.
Ramirez is adopting a defensive guard.
Turturro tries to free his leg and advance position but Ramirez is retaining full guard. #T14#
Turturro advances to half guard.
Ramirez wants to control but Turturro is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ramirez keeps working.
Turturro trying to mount his opponent but Ramirez defends it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ramirez keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ramirez wins on points by 9 to 6.
Jackson Ramirez very nearly forgot to thank Threads of Fate amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
WP 63
Date: Dec 16, 2023 |
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 53 wins and 23 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 45 wins and 63 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Colin Fotheringham and Andrew Berry.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Rodriquez shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Turturro napping and manages to drive through into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro manages to work his way to half guard, despite Rodriquez's best efforts.
Rodriquez controlling the action here.
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Rodriquez has control of the leg.
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Turturro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez prevents Turturro from improving his position.#T1##SUB2#
Turturro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Rodriquez pulls his head out easily.
Rodriquez performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Turturro is doing well to control the position and prevent Rodriquez from advancing to side control.
Rodriquez prevents Turturro from improving his position.#T2#
Turturro moves into full guard.
Turturro working a defensive guard but Rodriquez passes into half guard.
Rodriquez is thwarting Turturro's attempts to control the position.
Turturro trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (0) Turturro
Rodriquez avoids the attempt from Turturro to control.#T3#
Turturro tries to reverse the position but Rodriquez maintains control.
Rodriquez can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Turturro is looking to escape.
Turturro keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Rodriquez sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T4#
Turturro can't escape the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Rodriquez fails to advance to Turturro's back.
Turturro is just holding on here. Rodriquez manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (10) vs (0) Turturro
Rodriquez controlling the position well here. Turturro rolled but Rodriquez kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T5#
Rodriquez keeps control of the position as Turturro tries to break free.
Turturro trying to control the position but Rodriquez manages to sink in the hooks.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Turturro turns into Rodriquez and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (10) vs (2) Turturro#T6#
Turturro controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Rodriquez looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Turturro puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Rodriquez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Turturro trying to mount his opponent but Rodriquez defends it. #T7#
Rodriquez trying to hold on to Turturro's head to control him but Turturro postures up.
Turturro tries to pass the half guard into mount. Rodriquez knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Rodriquez is looking for a sweep. Turturro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working.
Turturro is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T8#
Rodriquez trying to control here.
Rodriquez is not content to let Turturro control the position.
Turturro takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Rodriquez trying to hold on to Turturro's head to control him but Turturro postures up.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Rodriquez keeps working.
Rodriquez won't allow Turturro to pass to mount. #T9#
Rodriquez is refusing to be controlled, as Turturro sits in half guard.
Rodriquez trying to hold on to Turturro's head to control him but Turturro postures up.
Turturro trying to control from half guard but Rodriquez is working away.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Rodriquez is defending well.
Turturro is just content to waste time from the top position. Rodriquez takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #T10#
Rodriquez looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving. #T11#
Turturro stays in close to Rodriquez's body and controls the position.
Rodriquez trying to control the position here.
Turturro is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T12#
Turturro wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Rodriquez looking for a sweep. Not yet Rodriquez, not yet.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Rodriquez is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (12) vs (2) Turturro#T13#
Turturro wants to improve his position but instead Rodriquez has moved into half guard.
Turturro is not content to let Rodriquez control the position.
Rodriquez slows the pace down in half guard. #T14#
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
Rodriquez controlling the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 12 to 2.
An out of breath Nick Rodriquez 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:
WP 62
Date: Dec 13, 2023 |
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 55 wins and 39 losses; The Reverend Jim Ignatowski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 45 wins and 62 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, James Ackerman and Paul Tew.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Ignatowski drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ignatowski (4) vs (0) Turturro
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ignatowski content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
We've been hearing good reports from Ignatowski'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.
Turturro prevents Ignatowski from moving into mount.
Ignatowski trying to control the position but Turturro is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ignatowski's best efforts.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Turturro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ignatowski pulls his head out easily.
Ignatowski controlling the action here.#T1#
Ignatowski wants to take a breather but Turturro is having none of it.
Ignatowski prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Turturro is looking to control Ignatowski's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?
Turturro slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Ignatowski pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Ignatowski trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Turturro looking to control.
Turturro seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #SUB2#
Ignatowski got a little sloppy there for a moment and Turturro has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ignatowski has managed to get both his arms back between Turturro's legs - danger averted.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Ignatowski from controlling successfully.
Ignatowski controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Ignatowski from controlling successfully. #T3#
Ignatowski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Turturro looking to control.
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet. #SUB2#
Ignatowski avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Turturro is trying to control the position but Ignatowski postures up.
Ignatowski sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T4##SUB2#
Turturro has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Ignatowski is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Turturro. Score +3 for passing guard: Ignatowski (7) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro tries to buck Ignatowski off but Ignatowski is having none of it.
Turturro wants to control but Ignatowski postures up.
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard.
Turturro can't do much from the bottom here. #T5#
Ignatowski tries to move to mount but Turturro blocks the move with his legs.
Ignatowski has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ignatowski (9) vs (0) Turturro
Ignatowski trying to control but Turturro is having none of it.
Ignatowski looking to take Turturro's back but Turturro rolls and after a scramble, Turturro ends up on top in guard. Nice escape there from Turturro to escape a tricky position. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ignatowski (9) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ignatowski swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T6#
Ignatowski is trying to hold Turturro in close to prevent damage but Turturro has managed to pass into half guard.
Ignatowski is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Ignatowski is trying to maintain the position but Turturro is very close to passing his half guard.
Turturro trying to control the action but Ignatowski is working from the bottom.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T7#
Ignatowski gets back to full guard.
Turturro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ignatowski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ignatowski looking for a sweep. Not yet Ignatowski, not yet.
Turturro being controlled here momentarily.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Ignatowski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T8#
Turturro stands and throws Ignatowski's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ignatowski (9) vs (5) Turturro
Turturro tries to move into full mount but can't pass Ignatowski's legs.
Ignatowski is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
Turturro looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Turturro is trying to get an arm triangle but Ignatowski is defending well. #T9##SUB2#
Turturro looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Ignatowski is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Turturro's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Ignatowski is concentrating on defense, preventing Turturro from advancing position.
Well, if Turturro is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Ignatowski has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Turturro is working away from the top position though.#T10#
Turturro is trying to control the action in half guard but Ignatowski is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Turturro is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Turturro is keen to just control but Ignatowski is a slippery customer.
Ignatowski wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
The fighters are battling for position here. Ignatowski manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Ignatowski looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T11#
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ignatowski is keeping the position for now.
Ignatowski wants to sweep but no luck.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Ignatowski keeps moving.
Turturro tries to free his leg and advance position but Ignatowski is retaining full guard.
Turturro pushes down on Ignatowski's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Ignatowski regains full guard. Nicely done.
Turturro is pushing down on Ignatowski's leg trying to pass to half guard. Ignatowski is fighting to maintain full guard but Turturro has managed to sneak the leg through.
Turturro wants to control but Ignatowski is keeping him busy. #T12#
Ignatowski is trying to get back to full guard.
Turturro trying to control the action but Ignatowski is working from the bottom.
Ignatowski trying to control from the bottom.
Ignatowski gets full guard.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Ignatowski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ignatowski can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Turturro controls the pace.#T13#
Ignatowski wants to sweep here but Turturro controlling him for the moment.
Ignatowski lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ignatowski (11) vs (5) Turturro
Turturro has control of Ignatowski's left arm, preventing Ignatowski from doing any damage.
Ignatowski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ignatowski postures up.
Turturro wants to improve his position but instead Ignatowski has moved into half guard.
#T14#
Ignatowski is pressing down on Turturro's thigh, looking to free his foot. Turturro is holding on for now.
Turturro trying to control from the bottom.
Ignatowski takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Ignatowski is trying to control. Turturro wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ignatowski takes the fight on points by 11 to 5.
Our winner, The Reverend Jim Ignatowski, 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:
WP 61
Date: Dec 09, 2023 |
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 45 wins and 61 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 14 losses; Tyron Scott!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, James Ackerman and Steven Brown.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Turturro gets tackled into the ropes by Scott. Scott maintains the clinch.
Turturro tries for a takedown. No joy.
#TD2#
Scott drags the fight down to the ground.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Scott is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Scott trying to control the position here.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Scott wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T1#
Turturro looking to sit in guard and control but Scott gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Scott#SUB#
Turturro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Scott doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Scott manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Scott stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
Scott content to stall in guard here.
We've been hearing good reports from Turturro'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.#T2#
Scott looking to pass the guard.
Scott stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
Turturro looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Scott puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Turturro is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Scott jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (5) Scott
Turturro is trying to improve his position.
Turturro tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad. Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (0) vs (7) Scott#T3#
Turturro is working to get back to half guard.
Scott tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Turturro is looking to improve his position but Scott isn't that keen on the idea.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Turturro wants to hold on but Scott pushes him away.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T4#
Scott controlling from mount.
Scott tries to control but Turturro wriggling away.
Turturro tries to hold on but Scott pushes him away.
Scott takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T5#
Scott looking to control but Turturro is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Turturro keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Turturro wants to hold on but Scott pushes him away.
Turturro is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T6#
Turturro is working hard here to advance position.
Scott avoids the attempt from Turturro to control.#T7#
Turturro is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Scott tries to control but Turturro wriggling away.
Turturro is trying to escape the mount.
Turturro regains half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Turturro manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T8#
Scott not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Turturro is pulling down on Scott's head. It's preventing any offense from Scott, at least for the moment.
Scott controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Turturro controls Scott momentarily but Scott frees himself. #T9#
Scott being controlled here momentarily.
Turturro can't keep his opponent in guard - Scott advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB#
Turturro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Scott pulls his head out easily. #T10#
Turturro is looking to control Scott's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?
Turturro moves into full guard.
Scott stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
Scott stays in close to Turturro's body and controls the position.
Turturro looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T11#
Turturro managing to control the position.
Scott content to stall in guard here. #SUB#
Turturro had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Scott defends it easily.#T12#
Turturro is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Scott sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Scott forces his way into half guard.#T13#
Scott content to control rather than advance.
Turturro is looking to get back to full guard here but Scott has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (10) Scott
Scott tries to advance to mount but Turturro denies him.
Scott moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (0) vs (12) Scott#T14#
Turturro working to try and regain half guard.
Turturro is squirming around, avoiding Scott's attempts to control the action.
Turturro working to try and regain half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Scott controlling the position easily from mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Scott wins on points by 12 to 0.
During a confident post fight interview, Tyron Scott thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WP 60
Date: Dec 06, 2023 |
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 52 wins and 21 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 45 wins and 60 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, James Glass and Paul Tew.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Turturro enables Rodriquez to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Turturro manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro being controlled here, momentarily.
Turturro seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Turturro can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rodriquez controls the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro is trying to control the position but Rodriquez postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro pulls Rodriquez in close to prevent any damage. #T1#
Let's hope that Turturro has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Turturro.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T2#
Rodriquez 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.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Turturro is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (2) Turturro
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Turturro sitting in guard here, content to control.
Rodriquez wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T3#
Rodriquez wants to sweep but no luck.
Rodriquez is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (2) Turturro
Rodriquez controlling the action here.#T4#
Rodriquez wants to pass to mount but Turturro is defending the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Rodriquez'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.
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Rodriquez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but Turturro defending well.
Rodriquez stalling. #T5#
Turturro wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez not doing much here.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but Turturro defending well. #T6#
Turturro wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy.
Rodriquez is controlling the pace.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T7#
Turturro won't allow Rodriquez to pass to mount.
Rodriquez performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Turturro tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.#T8#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Rodriquez in particular looking to stall.
Rodriquez wants to pass to mount but Turturro is defending the position. #T9#
Rodriquez is controlling the pace.
Rodriquez has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T10#
Rodriquez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.
Turturro has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Rodriquez is working away from the top position though.#T11#
Rodriquez seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Turturro desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Rodriquez perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T12#
Turturro is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Rodriquez jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (2) Turturro
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face as Rodriquez controls the position.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T13#
Turturro struggling a bit here.
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face as Rodriquez controls the position.
What's Turturro going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.#T14#
Rodriquez takes a little break here. Turturro wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Turturro wants to control but Rodriquez postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rodriquez is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Turturro will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 7 to 2.
Nick Rodriquez retains his super heavyweight title!
After winning the bout, Nick Rodriquez 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:
WP 58
Date: Dec 02, 2023 |
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 44 wins and 60 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 42 losses; Strega Notturna!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, Sam Margolis and Andrew Berry.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Turturro darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (0) Notturna
We've been hearing good reports from Turturro'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.
Turturro prevents Notturna from improving his position.
Turturro is figuring out what he wants to do next.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Turturro prevents Notturna from improving his position.
Notturna keeping hold of Turturro's head, controlling as best he can. #T2#
Notturna tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Turturro has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (5) vs (0) Notturna
Turturro controlling the pace for now. #T3#
Notturna wants to hold on but Turturro pushes him away.
Notturna regains half guard.
Turturro is taking a breather. Notturna 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.
Notturna is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T4#
Turturro performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Turturro is keen to just control but Notturna is a slippery customer.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Turturro seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Notturna for as long as he can get away with.#T5#
Notturna wants to sweep but Turturro has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (8) vs (0) Notturna#T6#
Notturna tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Turturro wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro slows the pace down.
Notturna is looking to regain half guard here but Turturro keeps moving and retains side control.
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Notturna keeps working. #T7#
Notturna tries to improve position but can't.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro staying calm.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T8#
Turturro has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Notturna is looking for a sweep.
Turturro staying calm.#T9#
Turturro trying to control the action but Notturna is working from the bottom.
Turturro in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T10#
Notturna is looking for a sweep.#T11#
Turturro just content to control the position.
Notturna regains half guard there - taking advantage of Turturro's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Turturro sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Notturna keeping hold of Turturro's head, controlling as best he can. #T12#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Turturro in particular looking to stall.
Notturna wants to get back to full guard.
Notturna is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T13#
Still in half guard, Turturro seems content to control.
Notturna is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Turturro trying to control the pace. #T14#
Notturna is holding on to half guard well.
Turturro wants to pass to mount but Notturna is defending the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Notturna is trying to maintain the position but Turturro is very close to passing his half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
A very excited looking Billy Turturro 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:
WP 57
Date: Nov 29, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 92 wins and 75 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 43 wins and 60 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Sam Margolis and Donald Grub.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Sparxx goes for a double leg but Turturro avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Turturro continues to drive forward.
Sparxx is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Turturro wants a takedown.
Turturro has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Sparxx avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Tyrone Sparxx has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Turturro.
Turturro tries for a takedown. No joy.
Sparxx stops a takedown attempt from Turturro.
#TD#
Sparxx pulls guard.
Turturro won't allow Sparxx to sweep him here.
Sparxx is controlling Turturro's posture.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro stopping the sweep attempt from Sparxx.
Sparxx can't keep his opponent in guard - Turturro advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Sparxx trying to hold on to Turturro's head to control him but Turturro postures up.
Turturro has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (0) vs (3) Turturro#T2#
Turturro controlling his opponent.
Sparxx is desperately trying to improve his position but Turturro has a good base and remains in mount.
Sparxx tries to hold on but Turturro postures up.
Sparxx working to try and regain half guard.
#T3#
Turturro tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Turturro tries to take his opponent's back but Sparxx turns with him and manages to move into guard on the top. Nice work. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (3) Turturro
Turturro trying to keep a closed guard but Sparxx is proving a slippery customer.
#T4#
Sparxx wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.
Turturro is controlling Sparxx's posture.
We've been hearing good reports from Sparxx'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.
Sparxx looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T5#
Turturro keeping full guard, as Sparxx tries to pass.
Sparxx's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T6#
Sparxx trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sparxx controlling from the top position.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T7#
Turturro trying to keep a closed guard but Sparxx is proving a slippery customer.
Turturro lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (5) Turturro
Sparxx keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro pushes down on Sparxx's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T8#
Sparxx is looking for a sweep. Turturro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Turturro trying to control the pace.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T9#
Sparxx is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Sparxx is working hard here to advance position.
Turturro trying to control the action but Sparxx is working from the bottom. #T10#
Sparxx keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Turturro is trying to control. Sparxx wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T11#
Sparxx wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
Sparxx is not content to let Turturro control the position.
Sparxx tries to roll over but Turturro keeps him under control.
Sparxx trying to control from the bottom.
#T12#
Turturro prevents Sparxx from improving his position.
Sparxx makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Sparxx.
Sparxx looking for a sweep. Not yet Sparxx, not yet.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Sparxx keeps moving. #T13#
Sparxx has his hands on Turturro's head, controlling the position.
Sparxx is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Sparxx pulls Turturro in close to his closed guard and prevents Turturro from doing any damage or advancing position.#T14#
Turturro sitting in guard here, content to control.
Sparxx is pulling down on Turturro's head. It's preventing any offense from Turturro, at least for the moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 5 to 2.
A victorious Billy Turturro thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Tyrone Sparxx spoke after the fight, saying 'Taking a couple days off, and I'm back training my skillz'. |
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Event:
WP 56
Date: Nov 25, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 40 wins and 43 losses; Long Wang! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 42 wins and 60 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, Andrew Berry and James Glass.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Wang gets a double leg takedown into Turturro's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Wang (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is adopting a defensive guard.
Turturro tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Turturro seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Wang wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.
Wang looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T1#
Wang's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Wang trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Turturro looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Wang 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.#T2#
Wang controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Turturro pulls Wang in close to prevent any damage.
Turturro working a defensive guard here.
Wang looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Turturro is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Wang's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T4##T5#
Turturro is adopting a defensive guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wang preventing the sweep. #T6#
Wang controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Wang seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.
Turturro looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T7#
Wang is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Turturro manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Wang manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wang (2) vs (2) Turturro
Wang seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T8#
Wang tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Wang is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Wang is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wang (4) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro is pulling down on Wang's head to control his posture.
Wang is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Wang stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T9#
Wang slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Turturro looking to control.
Wang stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Wang is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T10#
Wang trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Turturro manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wang (4) vs (4) Turturro
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Turturro engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Turturro trying to control but Wang is working from the bottom.
Wang is adopting a defensive guard.
Turturro stopping the sweep attempt from Wang.#T11#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Wang is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Wang is pulling down on Turturro's head to control his posture.
Wang keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully. #T12#
Wang has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Turturro has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Wang (4) vs (7) Turturro
Wang is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Wang can't do much from the bottom here.
Wang is trying to improve his position.#T13#
Wang is trying to control Turturro's posture but Turturro avoids it.
Wang manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Wang is looking to control Turturro's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Wang avoid being mounted?
Turturro sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Wang moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Turturro engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T14#
Wang seems keen to control Turturro's posture.
Further stalling from Wang.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 7 to 4.
During a confident post fight interview, Billy Turturro thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Long Wang was interviewed post fight and said 'No worries. Everyone here knows my opponent has a bad habit of testing positive for PEDs, so I'm sure this fight will soon be ruled a 'No Contest' by the Athletic Commission.'. |
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Event:
WP 55
Date: Nov 22, 2023 |
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 39 wins and 22 losses; Vasiliy Kulik! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 41 wins and 60 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Phil Schofield and Daniel Bishop.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Kulik moves into the clinch.
Kulik really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Turturro has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Kulik is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Turturro has Kulik pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Kulik manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Kulik prevents a takedown attempt there.
Vasiliy Kulik has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Turturro.
Turturro has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Kulik after a bit of a struggle. #TD#
Kulik has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Turturro uses from the top position.
Kulik wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Kulik keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass.
Kulik controlling Turturro's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Turturro is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kulik holds on and takes a little breather. #T2#
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Kulik is keeping the position.
Turturro is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Turturro's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T3#
Kulik controlling the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Kulik is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Kulik looking to hit a scissor sweep but Turturro is one step ahead there. #T5#
Kulik controls Turturro momentarily but Turturro frees himself.
Kulik controlling Turturro's posture.
Kulik has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Turturro trying to control but Kulik is working from the bottom. #T6#
Kulik seems keen to control Turturro's posture.
Turturro showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kulik is keeping the position for now.
Kulik looking to hit a scissor sweep but Turturro is one step ahead there. #T7#
Kulik looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Turturro looking to pass the guard. #T8#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kulik can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Turturro controls the pace.
Kulik seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Turturro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T9#
Turturro is fighting to break Kulik's control of his arms but Kulik is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Turturro won't allow Kulik to sweep him here.
Kulik is trying to keep Turturro in close.
Turturro is fighting to break Kulik's control of his arms but Kulik is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T10#
Kulik looking to hit a scissor sweep but Turturro is one step ahead there.
Kulik is working hard here to advance position.#T11#
Turturro is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Let's hope that Turturro has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Kulik wants to improve his position but instead Turturro has moved into half guard.
#T12#
Turturro wants to free his trapped foot but Kulik is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Kulik is trying to get back to full guard.
Turturro is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Kulik is looking to improve his position.
#T13#
Turturro perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Turturro is thwarting Kulik's attempts to control the position.#T14#
Kulik tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg.
Turturro takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points and both fighters attempted the same number of subs, we will decide the bout based on the toss of a coin! Kulik is heads and Turturro is tails.
The coin is in the air and it lands... tails!
Turturro wins on points by 1 to 0.
A victorious Billy Turturro thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
WP 54
Date: Nov 18, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 42 losses; Long Wang! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 41 wins and 59 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Andrew Berry and Donald Grub.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Turturro fails miserably with a takedown attempt.#TD#
Wang closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Turturro did well to prevent Wang getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Wang (2) vs (0) Turturro
Wang 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.
Wang controlling the action here.
Wang seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Wang wants to pass the guard but Turturro is defending well.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Wang seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Wang trying to advance position but Turturro counters by regaining guard. #T2#
Wang wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.
Turturro pulls Wang in close to prevent any damage.
Wang's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Wang stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T3#
Wang 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.
Wang looking to pass the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Wang stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
Wang is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T4#
Turturro looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Turturro has Wang pulled in close to control his posture.
Wang wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.#T5#
Turturro wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Wang sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Wang won't allow Turturro to sweep him here. #T6#
Wang sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Wang slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Wang (5) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro tries to bench press Wang off him but Wang keeps the position. #T7#
Turturro sneaks back into half guard.
Wang sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
Wang is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Turturro holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #T8#
Wang controlling the action here.
Wang wants to pass the guard but Turturro is defending well.
Turturro is looking to control Wang's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?
Wang takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T9#
Turturro tries to roll over but Wang keeps him under control.
Wang not doing much here.
Turturro tries to roll over but Wang keeps him under control.#T10#
Wang stalling.
Wang prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Turturro is not content to let Wang control the position.#T11#
Wang is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Turturro keeping hold of Wang's head, controlling as best he can. #T12#
Wang seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Turturro won't allow Wang to pass to mount. #T13#
Wang looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T14#
Wang has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Turturro won't allow Wang to pass to mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro is looking to control Wang's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?
And that's the end of the fight!
Wang takes the fight on points by 5 to 0.
Long Wang thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WP 53
Date: Nov 15, 2023 |
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 40 wins and 59 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 34 losses; Anthony Lavicci!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, William Gold and Phil Schofield.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Turturro 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. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (0) Lavicci
Turturro not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Lavicci working a defensive guard here.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Lavicci is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lavicci looking for a sweep. Not yet Lavicci, not yet. #T1#
Lavicci is trying to keep Turturro in close.
Lavicci looking for a sweep. Not yet Lavicci, not yet.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Lavicci has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Ground Zero Workout Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Lavicci is pulling down on Turturro's head to control his posture.
Turturro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lavicci swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T2#
Turturro wants to control from the top but Lavicci keeps moving.
Lavicci working a defensive guard but Turturro manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (5) vs (0) Lavicci
Lavicci struggling a bit here.#T3#
Lavicci is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Lavicci regains half guard.
Lavicci is looking for a sweep. Turturro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Turturro is thwarting Lavicci's attempts to control the position.#T4#
Turturro prevents Lavicci from improving his position.
We've been hearing good reports from Turturro'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.
Lavicci is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Lavicci moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Lavicci is controlling Turturro's posture.#T5#
Lavicci is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Lavicci is looking for a triangle but Turturro pushes his legs off easily.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Lavicci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Lavicci holds on and takes a little breather.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T6#
Turturro sitting in guard here, content to control.
Lavicci looking to control.
Turturro stopping the sweep attempt from Lavicci.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Lavicci is keeping the position.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Lavicci keeps moving. #T7#
Turturro sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Turturro won't allow Lavicci to sweep him here.
Lavicci is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T8#
Lavicci keeps trying to improve his position.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Lavicci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T9#
Turturro won't allow Lavicci to sweep him here.
Turturro stands and throws Lavicci's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (8) vs (0) Lavicci
Lavicci is looking for a sweep.
Turturro trying to control the position but Lavicci is working away. #T10#
Lavicci is looking for a sweep.
Turturro wants to control but Lavicci is keeping him busy.
A lull in the action here as Turturro stalls from top position.#T11#
Turturro has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Lavicci struggling a bit here.
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Lavicci is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T12#
Lavicci manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (8) vs (2) Lavicci
Turturro wants to control but Lavicci is keeping busy.
Lavicci is pressing down on Turturro's thigh, looking to free his foot. Turturro is holding on for now.
Turturro is refusing to be controlled, as Lavicci sits in half guard. #T13#
Well, if Lavicci is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Lavicci trying to control the action but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Lavicci works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (8) vs (5) Lavicci
Lavicci trying to control but Turturro is having none of it. #T14#
Turturro wants to control but Lavicci is having none of it.
Lavicci tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
It looks like Lavicci might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lavicci wants to control the pace but Turturro is squirming around nicely.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro takes the fight on points by 8 to 5.
Billy Turturro thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WP 52
Date: Nov 11, 2023 |
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 39 wins and 59 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 80 wins and 46 losses; Moldy Jello!
The judges for this bout are Sam Margolis, Paul Tew and Colin Fotheringham.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Turturro shoots in looking for a takedown. Jello tries to sprawl out of it but Turturro keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Jello manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Turturro shoots in and drives through. Jello sprawls well.#TD#
Turturro shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (0) Jello
Jello managing to control the position.
Jello's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jello wants to improve his position but instead Turturro has moved into half guard.
#T1#
Turturro works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (5) vs (0) Jello
Turturro taking a breather here.
We've been hearing good reports from Turturro'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.
Turturro wants to control but Jello is keeping him busy. #T2#
Jello tries to buck Turturro off but Turturro is having none of it.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Jello is looking for a sweep.
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jello keeps working.
Turturro working away.#T3#
Jello is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Jello wants to control but Turturro postures up.
A lull in the action here as Turturro stalls from top position.
Jello is looking for a sweep.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T4#
Jello can't do much from the bottom here.
Turturro controls the position.
Turturro trying to control the position but Jello is working away.
Jello sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Jello wants to control but Turturro is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T5#
Turturro prevents Jello from improving his position.
Well, if Turturro is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Turturro is keen to just control but Jello is a slippery customer.
Turturro wants to pass to mount but Jello is defending the position.
Jello controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #T6#
Jello wants to get back to full guard.
Turturro seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Jello does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T7#
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Jello is defending well.
Turturro not doing much here.
Jello is looking to improve his position.
#T8#
Jello is refusing to be controlled, as Turturro sits in half guard.
Jello tries to roll over but Turturro keeps him under control.
Turturro wants to free his trapped foot but Jello is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Jello is trying to maintain the position but Turturro is very close to passing his half guard.#T9#
Still in half guard, Turturro seems content to control.
Turturro prevents Jello from improving his position.
Turturro keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Jello is trying to maintain the position but Turturro is very close to passing his half guard.
Well, if Turturro is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T10#
Jello is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Jello is pressing down on Turturro's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Turturro is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Jello wants to sweep here but Turturro controlling him for the moment. #T11#
Turturro sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Jello looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T12#
Turturro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jello swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jello looking for a sweep. Not yet Jello, not yet.
Jello has Turturro pulled in close to control his posture. #T13#
Jello is trying to keep Turturro in close.
Jello pulls Turturro in to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jello swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jello pulls Turturro in close to prevent any damage. #T14#
Jello trying to control the position.
Jello is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Jello looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Jello has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at KFA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jello pulls Turturro in to control the position.
Turturro not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro takes the fight on points by 5 to 0.
A victorious Billy Turturro thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Moldy Jello was interviewed post fight and said 'I like big butts!'. |
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Event:
WP 51
Date: Nov 08, 2023 |
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 38 wins and 33 losses; Volodymyr Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 38 wins and 59 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Paul Tew and James Atkins.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Turturro decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (0) vs (2) Turturro
Kersikov tries to roll over but Turturro keeps him under control.
Turturro controlling the action here.
Kersikov is looking for a sweep. Turturro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro trying to mount his opponent but Kersikov defends it.
Turturro takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T1#
Kersikov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Kersikov desperately trying to maintain half guard. #T2#
Turturro controlling the pace.
Turturro's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Let's hope that Turturro has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T3#
Kersikov is trying to control but can't.
Turturro takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is defending well.
Kersikov wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
#T4#
Turturro is looking to advance position but Kersikov won't allow it.
Turturro keeps trying to improve his position.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Turturro keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T5#
Kersikov wants to get back to full guard.
Turturro is looking to advance position but Kersikov won't allow it.
Kersikov controlling the position well. #T6#
Kersikov is trying to get back to full guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Turturro in particular looking to stall.
Turturro tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kersikov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Kersikov gets back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T7#
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now.
Kersikov controlling the position.
Kersikov wants to sweep but no luck.
Turturro engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T8#
Kersikov is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T9#
Turturro stays in close to Kersikov's body and controls the position.
Kersikov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Turturro postures up.
#T10#
Turturro 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.
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass.
Kersikov has his hands on Turturro's head, controlling the position. #T11#
Kersikov not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Kersikov tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Turturro showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T12#
Turturro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kersikov looking to control.
Turturro controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Turturro tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard. #T13#
Kersikov is controlling Turturro's posture.
Kersikov looking for a sweep. Not yet Kersikov, not yet. #T14#
Turturro is stalling in the full guard.
Turturro won't allow Kersikov to sweep him here.
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass.
Kersikov is trying to control the position but Turturro postures up.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 2 to 0.
Billy Turturro thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Volodymyr Kersikov spoke after the fight, saying 'Volodymyr Kersikov took an IQ test today and scored 144.'. |
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Event:
WP 50
Date: Nov 04, 2023 |
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 38 wins and 58 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 37 wins and 33 losses; Volodymyr Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, James Ackerman and Phil Schofield.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Kersikov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Kersikov
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Kersikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro keeping hold of Kersikov's head, controlling as best he can. #T1#
Kersikov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Kersikov wants to pass to mount but Turturro is defending the position.
Well, if Kersikov is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T2#
Kersikov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Turturro knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
We've been hearing good reports from Turturro'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.
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Turturro is trying to maintain the position but Kersikov is very close to passing his half guard.#T3#
Well, if Kersikov is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
Turturro trying to control here.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Kersikov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T5#
Turturro controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Kersikov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Turturro trying to control but Kersikov postures up.
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Kersikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T6#
Turturro trying to control but Kersikov postures up.
Turturro keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Kersikov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Turturro has a hand on Kersikov's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Kersikov takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (5) Kersikov#T7#
Turturro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Turturro tries to hold on but Kersikov postures up.
Turturro is looking to improve his position but Kersikov isn't that keen on the idea.
Kersikov looking to control and managing it successfully. #T8#
Let's hope that Kersikov has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Turturro tries to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
Turturro is working to get back to half guard.
#T9#
Kersikov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kersikov fails to take his opponent's back.
Turturro is working to get back to half guard.
#T10#
Kersikov fails to take his opponent's back.
Turturro is trying to escape the mount.
Kersikov wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #T11#
Turturro regains half guard.
Turturro has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kersikov is working away from the top position though.
Kersikov trying to control from Turturro's half guard. Turturro has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Turturro wants to hit a sweep here but Kersikov passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Turturro there! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (8) Kersikov#T12#
Turturro is trying desperately to improve position.
Kersikov is looking to work his way around to Turturro's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position. #T13#
Turturro tries to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
Turturro tries to reverse the position but Kersikov maintains control.
Turturro tries to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Turturro is working hard here to advance position.
Turturro sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Turturro makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Turturro.#T14#
Turturro tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Kersikov looking to sit in guard and control but Turturro gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (8) Kersikov
Turturro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Turturro is now in half guard.
Kersikov controlling the position for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov wins on points by 8 to 2.
After winning the bout, Volodymyr Kersikov 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:
WP 49
Date: Nov 01, 2023 |
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 51 wins and 33 losses; Jackson Ramirez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 37 wins and 58 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Colin Fotheringham and Richard Clark.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Turturro shoots in looking for a takedown but Ramirez manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Turturro's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Turturro fails with the takedown.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown but Ramirez shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Jackson Ramirez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Turturro.
Ramirez displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Turturro.
Turturro throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ramirez's waist but Ramirez gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Turturro off to one side.
Turturro closes this distance looking for a takedown but Ramirez circles away.
Ramirez changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#TD2#
Turturro scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ramirez (0) vs (2) Turturro
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ramirez is doing well to control the position and prevent Turturro from advancing to side control.
Turturro content to control rather than advance.
Ramirez is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at KFA that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ramirez controlling the position well. #T1#
Turturro perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Turturro is pressing down on Ramirez's thigh, looking to free his foot. Ramirez is holding on for now.
Ramirez is controlling Turturro's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Ramirez is looking to get back to full guard here but Turturro has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (0) vs (5) Turturro#T2#
Ramirez tries to bench press Turturro off him but Turturro keeps the position.
Turturro laying and praying for a moment but Ramirez takes advantage and regains half guard.
Ramirez wants to get back to full guard.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Turturro performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T3#
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Ramirez is defending well.
Turturro looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Ramirez is looking to improve his position.
#T4#
Turturro controlling the action here.
Ramirez tries to roll over but Turturro keeps him under control.
Turturro seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Turturro has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (0) vs (8) Turturro#T5#
Ramirez is wriggling around trying to escape.
Turturro controlling from the full mount.
Ramirez tries to lock up and control but Turturro gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T6#
Turturro controlling from mount.
Ramirez is in all sorts of trouble here.
Turturro tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T7#
Ramirez tries to improve his position but instead Turturro has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ramirez (0) vs (11) Turturro
Turturro controlling the position well here. Ramirez rolled but Turturro kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Ramirez is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T8#
Turturro struggling to keep hold of the position.
Turturro has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Ramirez's body.
Ramirez tries to roll but Turturro sticks to his back.
#T9#
Ramirez is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
You can see the frustration on Ramirez's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Turturro biding his time, controlling Ramirez.
Let's hope that Turturro has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T10#
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Turturro's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Turturro has the hooks in. Ramirez is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Ramirez is working hard here to advance position.#T11#
Ramirez might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ramirez wants to control his opponent's hands but Turturro gets his hands free.
What can Ramirez do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
It looks like Turturro might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
You can see the frustration on Ramirez's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Ramirez trying to control the hands but Turturro won't let him.
Turturro is trying to stick to Ramirez's back but Ramirez is turning into Turturro. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Turturro's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Ramirez. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (2) vs (11) Turturro#T12#
Turturro is trying to control the position but Ramirez postures up.
Turturro is pulling down on Ramirez's head. It's preventing any offense from Ramirez, at least for the moment.
Ramirez controls from within his opponent's guard. #T13#
Ramirez has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Ramirez is pushing down on Turturro's leg trying to pass to half guard. Turturro is fighting to maintain full guard but Ramirez has managed to sneak the leg through.
Still in half guard, Ramirez seems content to control.
Ramirez's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T14#
Ramirez wants to free his trapped foot but Turturro is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Turturro makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Turturro.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ramirez preventing the sweep.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 11 to 2.
During a confident post fight interview, Billy Turturro thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WP 48
Date: Oct 28, 2023 |
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 67 wins and 38 losses; Xavier Merlin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 37 wins and 57 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Chris Edwards and Donald Grub.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Turturro closes this distance looking for a takedown but Merlin circles away.#TD#
Merlin closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Merlin lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Merlin (2) vs (0) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Turturro trying to control the position.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Turturro has his hands on Merlin's head, controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Merlin slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T1#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Turturro is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Merlin (2) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Merlin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Turturro 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.
Turturro controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T2#
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Merlin is keeping the position for now.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Merlin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Merlin bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Turturro's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Merlin (4) vs (2) Turturro
Merlin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro has his hands on Merlin's head, controlling the position. #T3#
Merlin wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.
Turturro looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Merlin not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Merlin has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T4#
Merlin trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Merlin sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Merlin preventing the sweep.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Merlin from controlling successfully. #T5#
Turturro working a defensive guard but Merlin passes into half guard.
Merlin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Turturro wants to improve his position but Merlin is controlling well.
Merlin wants to control but Turturro is keeping him busy.
Turturro is doing well to control the position and prevent Merlin from advancing to side control.#T6#
Merlin content to control rather than advance.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.
Turturro wants to control but Merlin is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Merlin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Merlin is controlling the pace.
#T7#
Turturro is controlling Merlin's trapped leg to prevent Merlin from advancing to side control.
Turturro trying to control but Merlin postures up.
#T8#
Merlin looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Merlin controlling the pace.
Merlin trying to control from half guard but Turturro is working away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro won't allow Merlin to pass to mount. #T9#
Merlin is working hard here to advance position.
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Turturro is looking to get back to full guard here but Merlin has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Merlin (7) vs (2) Turturro
Merlin trying to control the action but Turturro is working from the bottom. #T10#
Turturro is looking for a sweep.
Merlin taking a breather here.
Turturro is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T11#
Turturro being controlled for a moment.
Turturro tries to improve position but can't. #T12#
Merlin tries to move into full mount but can't pass Turturro's legs.
Turturro is trying to control Merlin's posture but Merlin avoids it.
Merlin is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Turturro is trying to control Merlin's posture but Merlin avoids it. #T13#
Turturro is looking for a sweep.
Turturro looks to move to half guard but instead Merlin has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Merlin (9) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Turturro regains half guard.#T14#
Turturro has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Merlin is working away from the top position though.
Merlin is looking to pass Turturro's guard but actually Turturro recovers to full guard. #SUB2#
Turturro working for a triangle but Merlin defends it easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Merlin takes the fight on points by 9 to 2.
Xavier Merlin decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WP 47
Date: Oct 25, 2023 |
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 35 wins and 32 losses; Volodymyr Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 36 wins and 57 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Richard Clark and Daniel Bishop.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Kersikov dives in for a single leg takedown but Turturro sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the ropes.
Kersikov is looking for a takedown up against the ropes. Turturro gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Kersikov tries for a takedown. No joy.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Volodymyr Kersikov. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Turturro is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Kersikov pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Turturro stops a takedown attempt from Kersikov.
Kersikov prevents a takedown attempt there.
#TD#
Kersikov gets the body lock takedown. After a quick scramble, Turturro regains guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro seems keen to control Kersikov's posture.
Turturro wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Kersikov is now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
Turturro is pressing down on Kersikov's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T1#
Turturro pulls Kersikov in close to his closed guard and prevents Kersikov from doing any damage or advancing position.
Kersikov wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Turturro wants to sweep here but Kersikov controlling him for the moment.
Kersikov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now. #T2#
Kersikov trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Kersikov wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.
Turturro is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kersikov controls from within his opponent's guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T3#
Kersikov postures up.
Turturro manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kersikov manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro tries to free his leg and advance position but Kersikov is retaining full guard.
Kersikov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T4#
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is keeping the position.
Turturro controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Kersikov seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Turturro advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (2) vs (5) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Kersikov, who protects the arm well. #T5##SUB2#
Turturro is trying to get an arm triangle but Kersikov is defending well.
Turturro in side control, just content to control the action for now.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Kersikov is looking to regain half guard here but Turturro keeps moving and retains side control. #T6#
Turturro trying to control the action but Kersikov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Turturro tries for a kimura but Kersikov is defending well.
Kersikov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
You can see the frustration on Kersikov's face as Turturro controls the position. #T7#
Turturro wants to control but Kersikov is keeping him busy.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Turturro thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Kersikov manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (4) vs (5) Turturro
Kersikov prevents Turturro from improving his position.#T8#
Turturro trying to control from the bottom.
Kersikov prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Kersikov is thwarting Turturro's attempts to control the position.
Kersikov prevents Turturro from improving his position.#T9#
Kersikov is thwarting Turturro's attempts to control the position.
Kersikov passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (7) vs (5) Turturro
Turturro tries to hold on but Kersikov pushes him away. #T10#
Kersikov wants to control the pace but Turturro is squirming around nicely.
Turturro tries to reverse the position but Kersikov maintains control.
Kersikov tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Turturro is trying to escape the mount.
#T11#
Turturro gets back to half guard.
Kersikov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Turturro gets full guard.
Turturro is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Turturro is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (7) vs (7) Turturro#T12#
Turturro pushes down on Kersikov's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Turturro is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Turturro passes Kersikov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Kersikov wants to sweep but Turturro has passed to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (7) vs (10) Turturro
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kersikov keeps working. #T13##SUB2#
Turturro working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Turturro trying to control the position but Kersikov is working away. #T14#
A lull in the action here.
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kersikov keeps working.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 10 to 7.
After winning the bout, Billy Turturro thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
The defeated Volodymyr Kersikov had this to say: 'Volodymyr Kersikov took an IQ test today and scored 144.'. |
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Event:
WP 45
Date: Oct 18, 2023 |
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 36 wins and 56 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 46 wins and 32 losses; The Reverend Jim Ignatowski!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, James Atkins and James Ackerman.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Turturro is trying hard to land a takedown here. Ignatowski sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #TD2#
Ignatowski looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Ignatowski
Turturro has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ignatowski is working away from the top position though.
Ignatowski prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Ignatowski works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (5) Ignatowski
Turturro is squirming around, avoiding Ignatowski's attempts to control the action.
We've been hearing good reports from Turturro'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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ignatowski wants to control but instead Turturro manages to regain half guard. #T1#
Turturro moves into full guard.
Ignatowski sitting in guard here, content to control.
Ignatowski trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ignatowski stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
Turturro bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ignatowski's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (5) Ignatowski#SUB2#
Turturro got a little sloppy there for a moment and Ignatowski has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Turturro has managed to get both his arms back between Ignatowski's legs - danger averted.
Turturro won't allow Ignatowski to sweep him here. #T2#
Ignatowski pulls Turturro in to control the position.
Turturro controls from within his opponent's guard.
Ignatowski looking to hit a scissor sweep but Turturro is one step ahead there.
Ignatowski has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at KFA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ignatowski is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (7) Ignatowski
Turturro is looking to control Ignatowski's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?#T3#
Ignatowski controlling the action here.#T4#
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.
Ignatowski wants to take a breather but Turturro is having none of it.
Turturro is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Ignatowski is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Turturro defends it well.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
#T5#
Ignatowski wants to lay and pray for a moment but Turturro keeps working.
Turturro wants to control but Ignatowski is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Ignatowski tries to pass the half guard into mount. Turturro knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Turturro is trying to maintain the position but Ignatowski is very close to passing his half guard.#T6#
Ignatowski moves into full mount! Turturro won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (2) vs (10) Ignatowski
Ignatowski tries to control but Turturro wriggling away.
Ignatowski sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Turturro stops Ignatowski from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better. #T7#
Turturro is hanging on here. He's in a desperate position.
Turturro is controlling an arm, preventing Ignatowski from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Ignatowski trying to control but Turturro is having none of it.
Ignatowski pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#T8#
Ignatowski is looking to take Turturro's back but instead Turturro gets back to half guard. Nice work.
Ignatowski takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Turturro holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Turturro trying to control here.
Ignatowski passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (2) vs (13) Ignatowski#T9#
Ignatowski looking to control and managing it successfully. #SUB2#
Ignatowski working for a submission but Turturro is keeping him at bay.
Ignatowski looking to control and managing it successfully.
Ignatowski prevents Turturro from getting the reversal.#T10#
Turturro is controlling an arm, preventing Ignatowski from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Turturro tries to lock up and control but Ignatowski gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Ignatowski trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Turturro is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T11#
Ignatowski controlling from the full mount.
Turturro is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Turturro is looking to get to half guard.#T12#
Ignatowski looking to control and managing it successfully.
Turturro tries to hold on but Ignatowski postures up.
Turturro is trying to escape the mount.
#T13#
Ignatowski trying to control but Turturro is having none of it.
Turturro regains half guard.
Ignatowski trying to control the action but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Ignatowski is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T14#
It looks like Ignatowski might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
Ignatowski trying to pass the guard but Turturro defending well.
Ignatowski looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back.
Ignatowski passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Turturro! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (2) vs (16) Ignatowski
And that's the end of the fight!
Ignatowski wins on points by 16 to 2.
During a confident post fight interview, The Reverend Jim Ignatowski thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WP 44
Date: Oct 14, 2023 |
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 45 wins and 32 losses; The Reverend Jim Ignatowski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 36 wins and 55 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are James Atkins, Sam Margolis and James Ackerman.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Ignatowski closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ignatowski (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ignatowski has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Ignatowski postures up.
Ignatowski wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.
Ignatowski might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ignatowski is working hard here to advance position.
Ignatowski trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ignatowski is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Ignatowski trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ignatowski trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Turturro trying to control the position.
Ignatowski controlling from the top position.
Turturro looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Ignatowski passes into half guard.
Ignatowski looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T2#
Ignatowski not doing much here.
Turturro has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ignatowski is working away from the top position though.
Ignatowski is trying to control. Turturro wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Ignatowski looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T3##SUB2#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.
Ignatowski content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Ignatowski is keen to just control but Turturro is a slippery customer.
Ignatowski is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Turturro is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
Turturro manages to get to full guard.
#T4#
Ignatowski is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Ignatowski from controlling successfully.
Turturro looking to control.
Ignatowski showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T5#
Ignatowski seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.
Ignatowski preventing the sweep.
Turturro lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ignatowski (2) vs (2) Turturro
Ignatowski is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ignatowski (4) vs (2) Turturro
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ignatowski trying to control the action but Turturro is working from the bottom. #T6#
Turturro tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Ignatowski has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Ignatowski (7) vs (2) Turturro
Ignatowski controlling from the full mount.
Ignatowski wants to control the pace but Turturro is squirming around nicely.
Ignatowski sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Turturro has given up his back - I don’t know if this is a deliberate ploy to try and escape or if he is just struggling down there.
Score +3 for taking back: Ignatowski (10) vs (2) Turturro#T7#
Good control from Ignatowski.
Turturro breaks Ignatowski's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ignatowski (10) vs (4) Turturro
Turturro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Turturro is still trying to improve position.
Ignatowski not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Ignatowski keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass. #T8#
Turturro controlling from the top position.
Ignatowski manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Turturro manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ignatowski (12) vs (4) Turturro
Ignatowski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Turturro is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ignatowski (12) vs (6) Turturro
Turturro works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Ignatowski (12) vs (9) Turturro
Turturro controlling from the full mount. #T9#
Ignatowski tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Turturro looking to control but Ignatowski is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T10#
Ignatowski is in all sorts of trouble here.
Turturro controlling the pace for now.
Turturro's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Turturro pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#SUB2#
Turturro looking for a guillotine from mount but Ignatowski is having none of it.
Ignatowski is looking to improve his position but Turturro isn't that keen on the idea.#T11#
Turturro can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ignatowski is looking to escape.
Ignatowski tries to lock up and control but Turturro gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Turturro trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ignatowski really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Ignatowski wants to control but Turturro is having none of it.
Turturro is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Ignatowski is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Ignatowski (12) vs (12) Turturro#T12#
Ignatowski manages to reverse the position and now he's in Turturro's guard. Nice work there by Ignatowski.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ignatowski (14) vs (12) Turturro
Ignatowski looking to sit in guard and control but Turturro gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ignatowski (14) vs (14) Turturro
Ignatowski keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass.
Ignatowski keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Ignatowski not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Turturro sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Ignatowski's guard. #T13#
Turturro seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ignatowski does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Turturro is taking a breather. Ignatowski 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.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Ignatowski is defending well.
Ignatowski trying to control but Turturro postures up.
Turturro is keen to just control but Ignatowski is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Turturro is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Ignatowski wants to get back to full guard.#T14#
Ignatowski is trying to control but Turturro passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ignatowski (14) vs (17) Turturro
Turturro wants to control but Ignatowski is keeping him busy.
Ignatowski tries to improve position but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ignatowski is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Turturro off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ignatowski (18) vs (17) Turturro
And that's the end of the fight!
Ignatowski takes the fight on points by 18 to 17.
After winning the bout, The Reverend Jim Ignatowski 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:
WP 43
Date: Oct 11, 2023 |
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 31 wins and 19 losses; Vasiliy Kulik! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 55 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Colin Fotheringham and Paul Tew.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Turturro shoots for a double leg takedown but Kulik sprawls well. He's pushed Turturro's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #CL#
Kulik moves into the clinch.#TD#
Kulik pulls guard.
Turturro trying to control but Kulik is working from the bottom.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Kulik is keeping the position.
Turturro engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Kulik is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro stands and throws Kulik's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Kulik (0) vs (3) Turturro#T1#
Turturro just content to control the position.
Kulik tries to get back to half guard but can't.
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Kulik tries to bench press Turturro off him but Turturro keeps the position.
Kulik really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Turturro wants to control but Kulik is keeping him busy.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Kulik tries to improve position but can't. #T2##SUB2#
Turturro thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Kulik has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Turturro trying to control the position but Kulik is working away.
Kulik is looking to reverse the position.
Kulik is not content to let Turturro control the position.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T3##SUB2#
Turturro tries for a kimura but Kulik is defending well.
Turturro trying to control the position but Kulik is working away.
Kulik is looking to regain half guard here but Turturro keeps moving and retains side control. #T4#
Kulik is not content to let Turturro control the position. #SUB2#
Turturro in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Kulik is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:51 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Billy Turturro!
A very excited looking Billy Turturro 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:
WP 42
Date: Oct 07, 2023 |
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 64 wins and 31 losses; Bogdan Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 54 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, Paul Tew and James Atkins.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Kersikov dives in and grabs Turturro's left leg, looking for a takedown. Turturro pushes down on Kersikov's head and hops out.
We've been told by Kersikov's head coaches at KFA that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Kersikov stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Kersikov wants it to stay on the feet.
Kersikov tries to counter with a takedown but Turturro is quick to defend against it.#TD2#
Turturro closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (0) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Turturro sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Kersikov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Turturro stalling away here and it's allowed Kersikov to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #T1#
Turturro sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Kersikov wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Turturro trying to control but Kersikov is working from the bottom.
Turturro stopping the sweep attempt from Kersikov.#T2#
Turturro advances to half guard.
Kersikov won't allow Turturro to pass to mount.
Kersikov keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Turturro wants to take a breather but Kersikov is having none of it. #T3#
Turturro is stalling here. Kersikov is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Turturro seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Kersikov has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kersikov (4) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro is letting Kersikov control him for a moment.
Turturro can't do much from the bottom here.
Turturro tries to buck Kersikov off but Kersikov is having none of it.
Kersikov controls the position from side control.#T4#
Turturro is trying to improve his position.
Kersikov happy to just control the position for now.
Kersikov wants to lay and pray for a moment but Turturro keeps working. #T5#
Turturro is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Kersikov off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kersikov (4) vs (6) Turturro#SUB2#
Kersikov defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Turturro's arms.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Turturro tries to get the hooks in deep but Kersikov pushed the leg off.
Kersikov manages to reverse the position and now he's in Turturro's guard. Nice work there by Kersikov.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (6) vs (6) Turturro
Kersikov sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T6#
Turturro is trying to control the position but Kersikov postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kersikov sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Turturro tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T7#
Kersikov sitting in guard here, content to control.
Turturro tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Turturro is trying to keep Kersikov in close.
Turturro might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Kersikov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T8#
Turturro working a defensive guard but Kersikov manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (9) vs (6) Turturro
Turturro is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Turturro struggling a bit here.
Turturro manages to get back to half guard.#T9#
Kersikov slows the pace down in half guard.
Turturro is trying to control but can't.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
#T10#
Turturro has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kersikov is working away from the top position though.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.
Kersikov passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Turturro! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (12) vs (6) Turturro
Kersikov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Kersikov looking to control but Turturro is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T11#
Turturro is trying to escape the mount.
Kersikov takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Turturro is trying desperately to improve position.#T12#
Kersikov controlling the position easily from mount.
Kersikov moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (15) vs (6) Turturro#T13#
Turturro can't escape the position.
Kersikov biding his time, controlling Turturro.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kersikov avoiding Turturro 's attempts to control his hands. #T14#
Turturro is in bad spot here.
Kersikov biding his time, controlling Turturro.
Kersikov is hanging on to Turturro's back as he tries to escape.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Turturro doesn't escape.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 15 to 6.
A relieved looking Bogdan Kersikov 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:
WP 41
Date: Oct 04, 2023 |
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 48 wins and 28 losses; Jackson Ramirez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 53 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Sam Margolis and Phil Schofield.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Nice sprawl there from Ramirez as Turturro shoots in.
Ramirez tries to counter by clinching up but Turturro breaks away and moves out of range.
Turturro shoots for a double leg takedown but Ramirez sprawls well. He's pushed Turturro's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Turturro is defended easily by Ramirez.
Jackson Ramirez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Turturro.
No luck for Turturro with that takedown attempt.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown but Ramirez shows good takedown defense.
Turturro fails with a takedown attempt.
Turturro goes for a double leg but Ramirez avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Ramirez continues to drive forward.
Turturro fails with a takedown attempt.
Turturro shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Ramirez pinned against the cage. Ramirez gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Ramirez slaps away a takedown attempt from Turturro, before circling back to the center of the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ramirez defends it nicely.
Turturro fails to land the takedown.
Turturro will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Turturro shoots for a takedown but Ramirez saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#T1#
Turturro fails to land the takedown.
Turturro fails with a takedown attempt.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Turturro.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Ramirez but Ramirez pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Ramirez tries to counter by clinching up but Turturro breaks away and moves out of range.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Ramirez sprawls well. Ramirez wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Turturro gets slowly back to his feet.
Turturro looks winded!
Ramirez stuffs the takedown attempt from Turturro. Turturro gets slowly back to his feet.
Turturro shoots for a takedown but Ramirez saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Turturro shoots in for a double leg but Ramirez sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#TD#
Ramirez shoots in and bounces Turturro off the cage to secure the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ramirez (2) vs (0) Turturro
Ramirez stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
Ramirez is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T2#
Ramirez's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ramirez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Ramirez sitting in guard here, content to control.
Turturro pulls Ramirez in close to prevent any damage.
Ramirez content to stall in guard here. #T4#
Ramirez postures up.
#SUB2#
Ramirez avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Turturro trying to control the position.
#T5#
Turturro is adopting a defensive guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Ramirez controlling from the top position.
Ramirez works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T6#
Turturro trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (5) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro tries to hold on but Ramirez postures up.
Ramirez works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Ramirez (8) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro trying to control the hands but Ramirez won't let him.
Turturro can't escape the position.
#T7#
Ramirez biding his time, looking for the opening.
Ramirez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.
Turturro is in bad spot here.
#T8#
I would not like to be Turturro right now.
Ramirez continues to stall.
Turturro rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Well, if Ramirez is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Turturro regains full guard. Nicely done. #T9#
Turturro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ramirez is one step ahead there.
Turturro has Ramirez pulled in close to control his posture.
Ramirez 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.
Turturro pulls Ramirez in to control the position. #T10#
Ramirez passes Turturro's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Ramirez wants to pass the guard but Turturro is defending well.
Ramirez seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Turturro tries to roll over but Ramirez keeps him under control.#T11#
Turturro trying to hold on to Ramirez's head to control him but Ramirez postures up.
Ramirez is controlling the pace.
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Ramirez has control of the leg. #T12#
Ramirez with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Ramirez is pressing down on Turturro's thigh, looking to free his foot. Turturro is holding on for now.
Ramirez not doing much here.
Turturro tries to roll over but Ramirez keeps him under control.#T13#
Turturro controlling the position well.
Turturro wants to improve his position but Ramirez is controlling well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T14#
Ramirez is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
More hug and hope from Ramirez.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ramirez takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
Jumping up and down and very excited, Jackson Ramirez waved his t-shirt featuring Threads of Fate's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
WP 40
Date: Sep 30, 2023 |
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 76 wins and 39 losses; Moldy Jello! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 52 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Paul Tew and James Ackerman.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Turturro dives in and grabs Jello's left leg, looking for a takedown. Jello pushes down on Turturro's head and hops out.#TD#
Jello scores with a takedown into Turturro's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jello (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (2) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro won't allow Jello to sweep him here.
Jello is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Jello keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro looking to sit in guard and control but Jello gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (4) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro working a defensive guard but Jello passes into half guard.
#T1#
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Turturro is doing well to control the position and prevent Jello from advancing to side control.
Turturro wants to control but Jello is keeping busy.
Jello 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.
Jello prevents Turturro from improving his position.#T2#
Jello wants to pass the guard but Turturro is defending well.
Turturro tries to roll over but Jello keeps him under control.
Turturro manages to get to full guard.
Turturro has his hands on Jello's head, controlling the position. #T3#
Jello won't allow Turturro to sweep him here.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Jello stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Jello's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T4#
Turturro is trying to keep Jello in close.
Turturro wants to sweep here but Jello controlling him for the moment.
Turturro is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (4) vs (4) Turturro
Turturro trying to pass the guard but Jello defending well.
Turturro not doing much here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T5#
Turturro is looking to advance position but Jello won't allow it.
Jello is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Jello is not content to let Turturro control the position.
Jello is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T6#
Turturro looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Jello wants to get back to full guard.
Turturro trying to mount his opponent but Jello defends it.
Jello is refusing to be controlled, as Turturro sits in half guard. #T7#
Turturro tries to pass to full mount but Jello defends it.
Turturro is still trying to improve position.
Jello is staying active underneath Turturro, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Jello tries to roll over but Turturro keeps him under control.
Turturro is looking to stall here but Jello recovers full guard.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Jello is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T8#
Turturro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Turturro controlling from the top position.
Turturro won't allow Jello to sweep him here.
Jello has Turturro pulled in close to control his posture.
Jello keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully. #T9#
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jello is keeping the position for now.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Jello keeps moving.
Turturro postures up.
Turturro 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.
Turturro looking to sit in guard and control but Jello gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (6) vs (4) Turturro#T10#
Turturro wants to sweep here but Jello controlling him for the moment.
Jello trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jello is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Turturro controls Jello momentarily but Jello frees himself. #T11#
Jello is looking to pass into half guard but Turturro pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Turturro is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (6) vs (6) Turturro
Jello is controlling Turturro's posture.
Turturro looking to sit in guard and control but Jello gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jello (8) vs (6) Turturro
Turturro is looking to sweep but instead, Jello has passed into half guard.
Turturro is looking to control Jello's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?#T12#
Jello stalling.
Turturro wants to control but Jello is keeping busy.
Turturro tries to roll over but Jello keeps him under control.#T13#
Jello wants to free his trapped foot but Turturro is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Jello is working hard here to advance position.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
Turturro is pressing down on Jello's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T14#
Turturro pulls Jello in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
Jello got a little sloppy there for a moment and Turturro has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jello has managed to get both his arms back between Turturro's legs - danger averted.
Turturro is trying to control the position but Jello postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jello takes the fight on points by 8 to 6.
Moldy Jello decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WP 39
Date: Sep 27, 2023 |
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 42 wins and 30 losses; The Reverend Jim Ignatowski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 52 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, James Glass and Andrew Berry.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Ignatowski scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ignatowski (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Ignatowski's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Ignatowski's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ignatowski (2) vs (4) Turturro
I've been told that Turturro has been drilling his wrestling of late, which has already helped him take this fight to the mat. Let's see how much of an impact it has on the outcome of the ground game.
Ignatowski wants to escape the position.
Turturro tries to get the hooks in deep but Ignatowski pushed the leg off. #SUB2#
Turturro is looking for the choke from the back position but Ignatowski is controlling his hands well. #SUB2#
Ignatowski fending off the submission attempt from Turturro. #SUB2#
Ignatowski preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Turturro.
We've been hearing good reports from Ignatowski'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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Ignatowski defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Turturro's arms.
Ignatowski might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ignatowski tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #T1#
Ignatowski sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Turturro looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ignatowski tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg.
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ignatowski keeps working.
Ignatowski wants to control but Turturro is keeping busy.
Turturro is controlling the pace.
Turturro frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Ignatowski (2) vs (7) Turturro#T2#
Ignatowski working to try and regain half guard.
Ignatowski tries to hold on but Turturro pushes him away.
Turturro controlling from the full mount.
Turturro tries to control but Ignatowski wriggling away.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Ignatowski sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Turturro is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ignatowski is just riding it out for now. Turturro eventually gives up the hold. #T3#
Ignatowski has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Turturro is working away from the top position though.
Ignatowski moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Ignatowski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ignatowski has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Turturro has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ignatowski (2) vs (10) Turturro#T4#
Turturro wants to take a breather but Ignatowski manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Turturro.
Turturro showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Let's hope that Turturro has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Turturro passes into half guard. #T5#
Ignatowski wants to control but Turturro is keeping busy.
Ignatowski is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Turturro prevents Ignatowski from improving his position.
Turturro with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Turturro trying to pass the guard but Ignatowski defending well.
Ignatowski gets back to full guard.
#T6#
Turturro slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Ignatowski (2) vs (13) Turturro
Turturro trying to control the action but Ignatowski is working from the bottom.
Ignatowski manages to get back to half guard.
Turturro is thwarting Ignatowski's attempts to control the position.
Turturro tries to pass the half guard into mount. Ignatowski knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Turturro works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ignatowski (2) vs (16) Turturro#T7#
Ignatowski is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Turturro trying to control the action but Ignatowski is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ignatowski wants to control but Turturro postures up.
Turturro trying to control the position but Ignatowski is working away.
Ignatowski gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Ignatowski is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T8#
Ignatowski wants to get back to full guard.
Turturro is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Ignatowski is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Turturro's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Turturro's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ignatowski (6) vs (16) Turturro#SUB#
Ignatowski patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Ignatowski controls the action.
Turturro is keeping busy.
Ignatowski is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Turturro is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T9#
Turturro is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
What can Turturro do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#SUB#
Turturro preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Ignatowski.
Ignatowski not allowing Turturro to control his hands.
Turturro rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#T10#
Turturro tries to roll over but Ignatowski keeps him under control.
Ignatowski wants to control but Turturro is keeping him busy.
Ignatowski passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ignatowski (9) vs (16) Turturro
Ignatowski pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Turturro is looking to get to half guard.#T11#
Ignatowski controlling the position easily from mount.
Ignatowski seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.
Turturro has given up his back here. Will Ignatowski look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Ignatowski (12) vs (16) Turturro#SUB#
Ignatowski goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. Turturro escapes and is now in half guard on top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ignatowski (12) vs (18) Turturro
Ignatowski wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
#T12#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Turturro in particular looking to stall.
Turturro is keen to just control but Ignatowski is a slippery customer.
Ignatowski is looking for a sweep. Turturro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Turturro has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Ignatowski (12) vs (21) Turturro
Turturro avoids the attempt from Ignatowski to control.#T13#
Turturro can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ignatowski is looking to escape.
Ignatowski prevents Turturro from taking his back.
Turturro trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ignatowski is controlling an arm, preventing Turturro from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Ignatowski is trying desperately to improve position.#T14#
Turturro avoids the attempt from Ignatowski to control.
Ignatowski has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Ignatowski (12) vs (24) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro is persistently looking for the submission but Ignatowski is defending it well.
A lull in the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A bit of a pause in the action here. Turturro controlling the positon.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 24 to 12.
During a confident post fight interview, Billy Turturro thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WP 38
Date: Sep 23, 2023 |
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 41 wins and 30 losses; The Reverend Jim Ignatowski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 51 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Daniel Bishop and James Atkins.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Ignatowski closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Turturro did well to prevent Ignatowski getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ignatowski (2) vs (0) Turturro#SUB#
Ignatowski is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Ignatowski is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Turturro is just riding it out for now. Ignatowski eventually gives up the hold.
Turturro regains full guard. Nicely done.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ignatowski trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Turturro pulls Ignatowski in to control the position. #T1#
Ignatowski trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro looking to control.
Ignatowski wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.#T2#
Turturro controls Ignatowski momentarily but Ignatowski frees himself.
Ignatowski looking to pass the guard.
Ignatowski's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Ignatowski from controlling successfully. #T3#
Ignatowski stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
Turturro is trying to keep Ignatowski in close.
Ignatowski looking to pass the guard.
Ignatowski controls from within his opponent's guard.
Turturro looking to control.
Turturro pulls Ignatowski in close to prevent any damage. #T4#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Ignatowski looking to sit in guard and control but Turturro gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ignatowski (2) vs (2) Turturro
Ignatowski trying to control the position.
Ignatowski might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Turturro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ignatowski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Ignatowski'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.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Ignatowski wants to sweep but no luck.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Ignatowski is keeping the position.
Ignatowski controls Turturro momentarily but Turturro frees himself. #T5#
Turturro trying to control but Ignatowski is working from the bottom.
Turturro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ignatowski swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ignatowski not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Turturro looking to sit in guard and control but Ignatowski gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ignatowski (4) vs (2) Turturro
Ignatowski wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.#T6#
Turturro has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Ignatowski has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ignatowski (7) vs (2) Turturro#SUB#
Ignatowski is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Turturro has escaped the position, nice work there.
Ignatowski wants to control but Turturro is keeping him busy.
Turturro struggling a bit here.
Turturro tries to bench press Ignatowski off him but Ignatowski keeps the position. #T7#
Ignatowski tries to move to mount but Turturro blocks the move with his legs.
Turturro is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ignatowski is looking to take a break and control but Turturro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T8#
Ignatowski wants to control but Turturro is keeping him busy.
The referee asks Ignatowski politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Ignatowski prefers to stall for the moment though.
Turturro gets back to half guard.
Turturro wants to improve his position but Ignatowski is controlling well.
Ignatowski passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ignatowski (10) vs (2) Turturro#T9#
Turturro wants to hold on but Ignatowski pushes him away.
Turturro is wriggling around trying to escape.
Turturro is controlling an arm, preventing Ignatowski from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Turturro sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Turturro tries to roll over but Ignatowski keeps him under control.#T10#
Turturro is refusing to be controlled, as Ignatowski sits in half guard. #SUB#
Ignatowski is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Turturro defends it well. #T11##SUB#
Ignatowski is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Turturro is just riding it out for now. Ignatowski eventually gives up the hold.
Turturro is looking to control Ignatowski's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?
Ignatowski wants to advance to full mount but Turturro doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead. #T12#
Ignatowski wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Ignatowski stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Turturro looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Turturro wants to sweep here but Ignatowski controlling him for the moment.
Ignatowski trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T13#
Turturro tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Turturro manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Ignatowski manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ignatowski (10) vs (4) Turturro
Turturro content to stall in guard here.
Ignatowski tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Turturro advances to half guard.
Ignatowski works his way to full guard. Good work.#T14#
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ignatowski is keeping the position for now.
Ignatowski is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ignatowski keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Ignatowski has his foot on Turturro's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Turturro works his way back into a safe position though.
Ignatowski keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Ignatowski wants to sweep here but Turturro controlling him for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ignatowski is trying to control the position but Turturro postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ignatowski takes the fight on points by 10 to 4.
An out of breath The Reverend Jim Ignatowski 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:
WP 37
Date: Sep 20, 2023 |
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 31 wins and 28 losses; Volodymyr Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 51 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, Chris Edwards and James Atkins.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
No luck for Turturro with that takedown attempt.
Turturro darts in looking for a takedown but Kersikov gets double underhooks and turns Turturro into the cage.
Kersikov goes for a double leg but Turturro avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Turturro continues to drive forward.#TD#
Kersikov turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Kersikov (4) vs (0) Turturro
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kersikov happy to just control the position for now.
Turturro is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro is not content to let Kersikov control the position.
Turturro is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#T1#
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.
Turturro controlling the position well. #SUB2#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.
Kersikov prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Kersikov tries to pass to full mount but Turturro defends it. #T2#
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.
Turturro makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Turturro.
Kersikov looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Turturro seems keen to control Kersikov's posture.
Kersikov has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Kersikov preventing the sweep.
Kersikov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Kersikov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Turturro has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Turturro looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Kersikov puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T4#
Turturro is trying to get back to full guard.
Turturro is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Turturro gets full guard.
Kersikov looking to pass the guard.
Kersikov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T5#
Turturro is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Let's hope that Turturro has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T6#
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro controls Kersikov momentarily but Kersikov frees himself.
Turturro pulls Kersikov in close to his closed guard and prevents Kersikov from doing any damage or advancing position.#T7#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Turturro is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (4) vs (2) Turturro
Kersikov is adopting a defensive guard.
Kersikov is trying to control the position but Turturro postures up.
Kersikov keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T8#
Turturro passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (4) vs (5) Turturro
Kersikov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Turturro trying to control the position but Kersikov is working away.
Kersikov gets back to half guard.
Turturro trying to mount his opponent but Kersikov defends it. #T9##SUB2#
Turturro is trying to work for a kimura but Kersikov is defending well.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Turturro is taking a breather. Kersikov 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.
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kersikov keeps working.
Turturro moves into full mount! Kersikov won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (4) vs (8) Turturro
Kersikov is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T10#
Turturro mounts Kersikov! Really nice guard pass there!
Turturro controlling the position easily from mount.
Kersikov is wriggling around trying to escape.
Turturro takes Kersikov's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Kersikov is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Kersikov (4) vs (11) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#T11#
Turturro trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Kersikov breaks Turturro's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (6) vs (11) Turturro
Kersikov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Kersikov postures up.
Kersikov preventing the sweep.
Turturro has his hands on Kersikov's head, controlling the position. #T12#
Turturro's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Turturro trying to keep a closed guard but Kersikov is proving a slippery customer.
#T13#
Kersikov being controlled here momentarily.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Turturro.
Kersikov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T14#
Turturro is pulling down on Kersikov's head. It's preventing any offense from Kersikov, at least for the moment.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Kersikov from controlling successfully.
Turturro is trying to keep Kersikov in close.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kersikov is one step ahead there.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 11 to 6.
Billy Turturro 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:
WP 36
Date: Sep 16, 2023 |
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 33 wins and 50 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 28 losses; Volodymyr Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, Colin Fotheringham and Chris Edwards.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Kersikov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Kersikov
Kersikov stalling.
Turturro wants to control the action here but instead Kersikov manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (5) Kersikov
Turturro is working to get back to half guard.
Kersikov controlling from the full mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T1#
Turturro tries to hold on but Kersikov postures up.
Turturro is in all sorts of trouble here.
Turturro 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.
Kersikov wants to take Turturro's back but he can't do it this time.
Turturro is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T2#
Turturro tries to lock up and control but Kersikov gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Turturro is working to get back to half guard.
Turturro wants to control but Kersikov is having none of it.
Kersikov trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T3#
Kersikov controlling his opponent.
Turturro is controlling an arm, preventing Kersikov from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Turturro keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Kersikov looking to control and managing it successfully. #T4#
Turturro is working to get back to half guard.
Kersikov fails to take his opponent's back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kersikov looking to control but Turturro is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Turturro sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T5#
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Kersikov has control of the leg.
Kersikov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Turturro trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (8) Kersikov
Kersikov controlling the position easily from mount. #T6#
Turturro is squirming around, avoiding Kersikov's attempts to control the action.
Kersikov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Turturro keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T7#
Kersikov controlling the pace for now.
Let's hope that Kersikov has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
Turturro wants to control but Kersikov is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T8#
Kersikov controlling the pace for now.
Turturro is in all sorts of trouble here.
Kersikov controlling from the full mount.
Turturro keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T9#
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Turturro is working hard here to advance position.
Turturro is just holding on here. Kersikov manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Turturro (0) vs (11) Kersikov
Kersikov avoiding Turturro 's attempts to control his hands. #T10#
Turturro can't escape the position.
A lull in the action here.
Turturro tries to roll but Kersikov sticks to his back.
Turturro staying busy and making it hard for Kersikov to control.
I would not like to be Turturro right now.
#T11#
Turturro trying to control the hands but Kersikov breaks the grip.
I would not like to be Turturro right now.
Will Kersikov go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Kersikov is hanging on to Turturro's back as he tries to escape.
#T12#
Kersikov just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Turturro is in bad spot here.
Kersikov really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Turturro.
Our spies down at at KFA inform us that Kersikov has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
It looks like Kersikov might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T13#
Kersikov keeps control of the position easily here as Turturro tries to buck him off.
Kersikov controlling well, preventing Turturro from escaping the position.
A lull in the action here.
#T14#
Kersikov is not going to allow Turturro to sit and survive in this position.
Turturro can't escape the position.
Turturro trying to control the position but Kersikov manages to sink in the hooks.
What can Turturro do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro rolls, trying to escape but Kersikov keeps control of the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov wins on points by 11 to 0.
After winning the bout, Volodymyr Kersikov 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:
WP 35
Date: Sep 13, 2023 |
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 43 wins and 27 losses; Jackson Ramirez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 49 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, James Atkins and James Glass.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Turturro fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ramirez avoids it really well and circles away.
Turturro tries for a takedown but Ramirez sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Turturro shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Ramirez pinned against the ropes. Ramirez gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Ramirez seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Jackson Ramirez has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Turturro.
Turturro shoots for a double leg takedown but Ramirez sprawls well. He's pushed Turturro's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Ramirez as he avoids it easily.
Turturro misses with a takedown attempt - Ramirez sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Turturro misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ramirez 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.
Ramirez stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Ramirez wants it to stay on the feet.
Turturro misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Ramirez is looking to counter the offense by Turturro and move into the clinch.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Turturro tries for a takedown but Ramirez sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Ramirez seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ramirez's waist but Ramirez gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Turturro off to one side.
Turturro has a takedown stuffed.
Turturro shoots in but Ramirez avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Turturro shoots for a double leg takedown but Ramirez sprawls well. He's pushed Turturro's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Ramirez drops down looking for a counter takedown but Turturro sprawls and moves away.
Turturro shoots for a double leg takedown but Ramirez sprawls well. He's pushed Turturro's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Turturro fails with the takedown.
Turturro looks winded!#T1#
Turturro looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Turturro shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Ramirez pinned against the ropes. Ramirez gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Turturro shoots in looking for a takedown but Ramirez manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Turturro's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Turturro fails with a takedown attempt.
Ramirez displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Turturro.
Turturro shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Ramirez pinned against the ropes. Ramirez gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Turturro throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Ramirez's waist but Ramirez gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Turturro off to one side.
Turturro fails with a takedown attempt.
Turturro will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Turturro shoots for a double leg takedown but Ramirez sprawls well. He's pushed Turturro's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Turturro fails with a takedown attempt.
Turturro fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ramirez avoids it really well and circles away.#T2#
Turturro fails to land the takedown.
Turturro shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ramirez defends it nicely.
Ramirez stuffs the takedown attempt from Turturro. Turturro gets slowly back to his feet.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Turturro.
Turturro tries to score a power double leg takedown but Ramirez sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Turturro somewhat.
Turturro shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Ramirez defends it nicely.#TD2#
Turturro shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Ramirez's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ramirez (0) vs (2) Turturro
Ramirez is adopting a defensive guard.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Ramirez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Ramirez controlling Turturro's posture.
Turturro is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Ramirez keeps moving.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Ramirez is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (2) vs (2) Turturro#T4#
Ramirez stands and throws Turturro's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (5) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro wants to control but Ramirez postures up.
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face as Ramirez controls the position.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Ramirez trying to control the position but Turturro is working away.
Turturro is looking for a sweep.#T5#
Turturro looks to move to half guard but instead Ramirez has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Ramirez (7) vs (2) Turturro
Ramirez controlling the pace for now.
Ramirez moves to the back. Score +3 for taking back: Ramirez (10) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro turns into Ramirez and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (10) vs (4) Turturro
Ramirez looking to control.
#T6#
Turturro controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Ramirez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ramirez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Turturro works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Turturro looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Turturro is stalling here. Ramirez is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Turturro seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Ramirez has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ramirez (14) vs (4) Turturro
Ramirez wants to lay and pray for a moment but Turturro keeps working. #T7#
Ramirez tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Turturro is looking for a sweep.
Turturro wants to control but Ramirez postures up.
Turturro is not content to let Ramirez control the position.
Ramirez controls the position from side control.#T8#
Turturro tries to improve position but can't.
Turturro is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Ramirez off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ramirez (14) vs (8) Turturro
Will Turturro go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T9#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Ramirez might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Turturro is persistently looking for the submission but Ramirez is defending it well.
Turturro controlling the position well here. Ramirez rolled but Turturro kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Ramirez is keeping busy.
#T10#
Turturro looking to hold on to the position here but Ramirez rolls and ends up regaining guard.
Turturro tries to free his leg and advance position but Ramirez is retaining full guard.
Ramirez controlling Turturro's posture.
Ramirez's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Turturro preventing the sweep. #T11#
Ramirez has control of Turturro's left arm, preventing Turturro from doing any damage.
Ramirez bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Turturro's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (16) vs (8) Turturro
Ramirez is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Turturro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ramirez doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ramirez manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T12#
Turturro trying to keep a closed guard but Ramirez is proving a slippery customer.
Turturro is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.
Ramirez wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.#T13#
Turturro is trying to keep Ramirez in close.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Ramirez from controlling successfully.
Ramirez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T14#
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ramirez trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ramirez takes the fight on points by 16 to 8.
Jackson Ramirez very nearly forgot to thank Threads of Fate amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
WP 34
Date: Sep 09, 2023 |
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 26 wins and 15 losses; Vasiliy Kulik! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 48 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, Phil Schofield and Paul Tew.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Kulik has managed to clinch.
Turturro is looking for a takedown.#TD#
Kulik has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Turturro uses from the top position.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Kulik has his hands on Turturro's head, controlling the position.
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kulik is keeping the position for now.
Kulik tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Turturro is looking to advance position but Kulik has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kulik (4) vs (0) Turturro
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro working to try and regain half guard.
Turturro holds on for dear life, controlling Kulik's posture momentarily. #T1#
Turturro keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Turturro tries to lock up and control but Kulik gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Turturro is working to get back to half guard.
Turturro is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T2#
Kulik trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Kulik takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Turturro is looking to get to half guard.#T3#
Kulik can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Turturro is looking to escape.
Turturro is controlling an arm, preventing Kulik from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Kulik sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Kulik has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Turturro is looking to improve his position but Kulik isn't that keen on the idea.#T4#
Turturro wants to control but Kulik is having none of it.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kulik wants to take Turturro's back but he can't do it this time.
Turturro is squirming around, avoiding Kulik's attempts to control the action. #T5#
Turturro is in all sorts of trouble here.
Kulik controlling from mount.
Turturro regains half guard.
Turturro gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Turturro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kulik really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#T6#
Turturro is trying to control the position but Kulik postures up.
Turturro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kulik is one step ahead there.
Turturro trying to keep a closed guard but Kulik is proving a slippery customer.
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet. #T7#
Turturro keeping full guard, as Kulik tries to pass.
Kulik trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kulik 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.
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T8#
Kulik forces his way into half guard.
Turturro trying to control but Kulik postures up.
Turturro is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Kulik jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Kulik (7) vs (0) Turturro
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Turturro is trying to control Kulik's posture but Kulik avoids it.
Kulik taking a breather here. #T9#
Turturro prevents Kulik from moving into mount.
Turturro is looking to reverse the position.
Kulik wants to lay and pray for a moment but Turturro keeps working.
Kulik controls the position.#T10#
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Turturro keeps trying to improve his position.#T11#
Turturro is not content to let Kulik control the position.
Turturro struggling a bit here.
Kulik controls the position.
Turturro tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Kulik wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T12#
Kulik wants to control but Turturro is keeping him busy.
Turturro is letting Kulik control him for a moment.
Kulik trying to control the position but Turturro is working away.
Kulik working away.#T13#
Kulik controls the position from side control.
Kulik has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Kulik gets to mount! Turturro was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Kulik (9) vs (0) Turturro#T14#
Turturro tries to hold on but Kulik pushes him away.
Turturro is desperately trying to improve his position but Kulik has a good base and remains in mount.
Turturro is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Kulik pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kulik wants to control the pace but Turturro is squirming around nicely.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kulik takes the fight on points by 9 to 0.
Vasiliy Kulik decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WP 33
Date: Sep 06, 2023 |
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 58 wins and 32 losses; Xavier Merlin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 47 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Chris Edwards, James Atkins and Richard Clark.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Merlin scores with a takedown into Turturro's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Merlin (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro trying to control the position here.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Merlin from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Merlin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Turturro is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Merlin looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T2#
Turturro looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Merlin puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Merlin has control of the leg.
Turturro is in trouble now - Merlin has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Merlin (5) vs (0) Turturro#T3#
Merlin wants to control the pace but Turturro is squirming around nicely.
Merlin takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.#T4#
Turturro tries to hold on but Merlin postures up.
We've been hearing good reports from Merlin'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.
Merlin can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Turturro is looking to escape.
Turturro sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T5#
Merlin trying to pass the guard but Turturro defending well.
Merlin is keen to just control but Turturro is a slippery customer.
Well, if Merlin is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Merlin prevents Turturro from improving his position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T6#
Turturro is still trying to improve position.
Turturro is not content to let Merlin control the position.
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Merlin has control of the leg.
Turturro wants to control but Merlin is keeping busy.
#T7#
Merlin is pressing down on Turturro's thigh, looking to free his foot. Turturro is holding on for now.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Turturro trying to control here.
Merlin seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Turturro does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Merlin prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Turturro is trying to maintain the position but Merlin is very close to passing his half guard.#T8#
Turturro is staying active underneath Merlin, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Merlin prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Merlin stalling. #T9#
Merlin works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Merlin (8) vs (0) Turturro
Merlin happy to just control the position for now.
Turturro is looking to regain half guard here but Merlin keeps moving and retains side control. #T10#
Merlin trying to control the action but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Turturro trying to remain calm as Merlin controls from the top position.#T11#
Turturro wants to control but Merlin postures up.
Turturro is trying to improve his position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Turturro keeps trying to improve his position.#T12#
Turturro prevents Merlin from improving position.
Merlin trying to control the action but Turturro is working from the bottom. #T13#
Turturro manages to work his way to half guard, despite Merlin's best efforts.
Merlin wants to pass to mount but Turturro is defending the position.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.
Merlin is pressing down on Turturro's thigh, looking to free his foot. Turturro is holding on for now. #T14#
Turturro is trying to control but can't.
Turturro controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Turturro wants to improve his position but Merlin is controlling well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Merlin trying to control the action but Turturro is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Merlin takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
Our winner, Xavier Merlin, 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:
WP 32
Date: Sep 02, 2023 |
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 58 wins and 27 losses; Bogdan Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 46 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, John Kavanagh and Dean Styles.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Turturro stuffs the takedown.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Turturro is defended easily by Kersikov.
Turturro shoots for a double leg takedown but Kersikov sprawls well. He's pushed Turturro's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Turturro fails with a takedown attempt.
Bogdan Kersikov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Turturro.
Turturro tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kersikov swivels and escapes.#TD2#
Turturro scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Kersikov (0) vs (4) Turturro
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Kersikov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The referee asks Turturro politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Turturro prefers to stall for the moment though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov is trying to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Kersikov's shoulder. That is not cool. #T1#
Kersikov is looking for a sweep.
Kersikov is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at KFA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Kersikov is working hard here to advance position.
Turturro taking a breather here.
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Kersikov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Turturro controls the position.
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Kersikov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Turturro is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Kersikov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T3#
You can see the frustration on Kersikov's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Turturro controls the position.
Turturro wants to control but Kersikov is keeping him busy.
Kersikov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Turturro off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kersikov (4) vs (4) Turturro
Turturro rolls, trying to escape but Kersikov keeps control of the position.
Turturro breaks Kersikov's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (4) vs (6) Turturro#T4#
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Kersikov is keeping the position.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kersikov is keeping the position for now.
Turturro keeps trying to improve his position.#T5#
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Turturro is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Kersikov is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Kersikov has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (6) vs (6) Turturro
Kersikov 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.
Turturro wants to control but Kersikov passes easily into half guard.
#T6#
Kersikov prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Turturro trying to control here.
Kersikov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T7#
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kersikov tries to pass to full mount but Turturro defends it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro is looking to control Kersikov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?#T8#
Kersikov is keen to just control but Turturro is a slippery customer.
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Turturro is looking to control Kersikov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?#T9#
Kersikov prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Kersikov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Turturro wants to improve his position but Kersikov is controlling well.
Turturro manages to get to full guard.
#T10#
Turturro trying to control the position here.
Turturro keeping full guard, as Kersikov tries to pass.
Kersikov is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T11#
Kersikov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Turturro trying to keep a closed guard but Kersikov is proving a slippery customer.
#T12#
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Kersikov from controlling successfully.
Kersikov stays in close to Turturro's body and controls the position.
Kersikov slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (9) vs (6) Turturro
Turturro struggling a bit here.#T13#
Turturro sneaks back into half guard.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
Kersikov is controlling the pace.
Kersikov is just content to waste time from the top position. Turturro takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #T14#
Kersikov stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
Turturro is trying to keep Kersikov in close.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 9 to 6.
Bogdan Kersikov 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:
WP 31
Date: Aug 30, 2023 |
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 40 wins and 26 losses; Jackson Ramirez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 46 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Bishop, Colin Fotheringham and Paul Tew.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Ramirez.#TD#
Ramirez throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Turturro tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Ramirez is in Turturro's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ramirez (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Ramirez sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Ramirez 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro is trying to keep Ramirez in close.
#T1#
Ramirez slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (5) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro sneaks back into half guard.
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Ramirez has control of the leg.
Turturro wants to control but Ramirez is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T2#
Turturro wants to improve his position but Ramirez is controlling well.
Ramirez looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Turturro trying to control from the bottom.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
Turturro slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T3#
Ramirez stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
Ramirez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Turturro is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T4#
Ramirez's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Ramirez is fighting to break Turturro's control of his arms but Turturro is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T5#
Turturro is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Turturro is adopting a defensive guard.
Ramirez wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.#T6#
Ramirez is stalling in the full guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Turturro is pulling down on Ramirez's head to control his posture. #T7#
Ramirez not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Ramirez won't allow Turturro to sweep him here.
Ramirez 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.
Ramirez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.#T8#
Ramirez trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Turturro trying to keep a closed guard but Ramirez is proving a slippery customer.
Ramirez stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.#T9#
Turturro is trying to control the position but Ramirez postures up.
Ramirez trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Ramirez might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Ramirez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Ramirez from controlling successfully.
Ramirez is fighting to break Turturro's control of his arms but Turturro is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T10#
Turturro is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T11#
Ramirez engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Ramirez preventing the sweep.
Turturro trying to keep a closed guard but Ramirez is proving a slippery customer.
Ramirez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T12#
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Ramirez from controlling successfully.
Ramirez preventing the sweep.
Ramirez trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for a guillotine here but Ramirez defends easily.
Ramirez wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.#T13##SUB2#
Turturro looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Ramirez is defending well. Turturro quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Ramirez has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Turturro celebrates on the ropes, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Billy Turturro!
A victorious Billy Turturro thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
WP 30
Date: Aug 26, 2023 |
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 32 wins and 45 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 26 losses; Jackson Ramirez!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, Paul Tew and Richard Clark.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Ramirez shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Turturro as he jumps to the side.
Ramirez fails with a takedown attempt.
Turturro stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Turturro wants it to stay on the feet.
Billy Turturro has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jackson Ramirez.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Ramirez is defended easily by Turturro.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Ramirez.#TD2#
Ramirez looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Ramirez
Turturro pulls Ramirez in close to prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Ramirez puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Turturro wants to control the action here but instead Ramirez manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (5) Ramirez#T1#
Turturro tries to hold on but Ramirez pushes him away.
Turturro is looking to improve his position but Ramirez isn't that keen on the idea.
Ramirez looking to control but Turturro is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Turturro has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Turturro (0) vs (8) Ramirez
Ramirez gets his hands free as Turturro looks to control.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Ramirez slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Will Ramirez go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#T2#
Turturro tries to roll but Ramirez sticks to his back.
I would not like to be Turturro right now.
Ramirez has the hooks in. Turturro is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Ramirez controlling from the back.
Turturro tries to escape but Ramirez has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T3#
Turturro is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Ramirez.
Ramirez is hanging on to Turturro's back as he tries to escape.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Turturro trying to control the position but Ramirez manages to sink in the hooks. #T4#
Ramirez is looking to control Turturro but Turturro is wriggling around and keeping busy.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Ramirez controlling the positon.
Turturro is trying to break free.
Ramirez is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Turturro wants to escape the position.
#T5#
Good control from Ramirez.
Turturro can't escape the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Ramirez gets his hands free as Turturro looks to control. #T6#
Turturro is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Ramirez controls the action.
Turturro trying to control the hands but Ramirez breaks the grip.
Ramirez trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
Ramirez gets his hands free as Turturro looks to control. #T7#
Turturro wants to escape the position.
Ramirez doesn't have the hooks in and Turturro manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (8) Ramirez
Turturro tries to free his leg and advance position but Ramirez is retaining full guard.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Ramirez keeps moving.
Ramirez keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass. #T8#
Turturro looking to sit in guard and control but Ramirez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (10) Ramirez
Turturro is adopting a defensive guard.
Turturro looking to control.
Turturro wants to sweep but no luck.
Ramirez sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Turturro's guard. #T9#
Ramirez wants to take a breather but Turturro is having none of it.
Turturro wants to improve his position but Ramirez is controlling well.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Turturro is looking to control Ramirez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?
Well, if Ramirez is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Turturro is refusing to be controlled, as Ramirez sits in half guard. #T10#
Ramirez is pressing down on Turturro's thigh, looking to free his foot. Turturro is holding on for now.
Turturro is staying active underneath Ramirez, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Ramirez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T11#
Turturro is working hard here to advance position.
Turturro trying to hold on to Ramirez's head to control him but Ramirez postures up.
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Ramirez has control of the leg.
Turturro is staying active underneath Ramirez, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Turturro gets full guard.#T12#
Turturro bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Ramirez's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (4) vs (10) Ramirez
Our spies down at at KFA inform us that Ramirez has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Ramirez looking to control.
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ramirez is keeping the position for now.
Turturro trying to control but Ramirez is working from the bottom.
Turturro is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Ramirez is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T13#
Turturro stopping the sweep attempt from Ramirez.
Turturro is fighting to break Ramirez's control of his arms but Ramirez is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
We've been hearing good reports from Turturro'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.
Turturro trying to control but Ramirez is working from the bottom.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Turturro is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Turturro trying to control but Ramirez is working from the bottom. #T14#
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Ramirez is keeping the position for now.
Turturro passes Ramirez's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Turturro trying to control from Ramirez's half guard. Ramirez has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ramirez wins on points by 10 to 4.
After the big win, Jackson Ramirez made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Threads of Fate and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
WP 29
Date: Aug 23, 2023 |
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 31 wins and 45 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 22 losses; Jacque Joteel!
The judges for this bout are Arvi Lind, Tarja Halkonen and Matti Vanhoillinen.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Turturro darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (0) Joteel
Joteel wants to get back to full guard.
Turturro trying to control the pace.
Joteel wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Joteel is looking to regain full guard. He's left an arm up in the air though and Turturro has latched onto it... Big trouble! Turturro pivots for an armbar - it's in tight and it Joteel is tapping in no time flat! Great counter grappling there from Turturro!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Billy Turturro!
A victorious Billy Turturro thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
WP 28
Date: Aug 19, 2023 |
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 37 wins and 26 losses; Jackson Ramirez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 44 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Emerson Jorge and Luis Engracia.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Ramirez shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Turturro sprawls well. Turturro wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Ramirez gets slowly back to his feet.
Ramirez dives in and grabs Turturro's left leg, looking for a takedown. Turturro pushes down on Ramirez's head and hops out.#TD#
Ramirez closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ramirez (2) vs (0) Turturro
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Ramirez is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Turturro! Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (5) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is desperately trying to improve his position but Ramirez has a good base and remains in mount.
Turturro wants to hold on but Ramirez pushes him away.
Ramirez wants to take Turturro's back but he can't do it this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro tries to hold on but Ramirez postures up.#T1#
Turturro is just holding on here. Ramirez manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Ramirez (8) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Ramirez sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T2#
Turturro working to try and regain half guard.
Ramirez looking to control and managing it successfully.
Turturro regains half guard.#T3#
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ramirez trying to control the pace.
Turturro is holding on to half guard well.#T4#
Ramirez prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Ramirez is taking a breather. Turturro 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.#T5#
Ramirez wants to pass the guard but Turturro is defending well.
Ramirez is working hard here to advance position.
Turturro tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Ramirez has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (11) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T6#
Turturro wants to control but Ramirez is having none of it.
Ramirez controlling the position easily from mount.
Ramirez prevents Turturro from getting the reversal.
Ramirez tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T7#
Ramirez has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Turturro is wriggling around trying to escape.
Ramirez controlling the position easily from mount.
Turturro sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Turturro wants to control but Ramirez is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T8#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Turturro moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Turturro is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ramirez is fighting to break Turturro's control of his arms but Turturro is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T9#
Ramirez's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Turturro wants to sweep but no luck.
Ramirez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Turturro tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ramirez might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Turturro is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Ramirez looking to pass the guard. #T10#
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet.
Ramirez trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro is trying to keep Ramirez in close.
Turturro pulls Ramirez in close to prevent any damage. #T11#
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ramirez is fighting to break Turturro's control of his arms but Turturro is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T12#
Ramirez sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ramirez controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Turturro tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ramirez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now. #T13#
Ramirez trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Turturro controlling the position.
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ramirez wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving. #T14#
Ramirez sitting in guard here, content to control.
Turturro is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (11) vs (2) Turturro
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro wants to control but Ramirez is keeping him busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ramirez takes the fight on points by 11 to 2.
Jackson Ramirez very nearly forgot to thank Threads of Fate amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
WP 27
Date: Aug 12, 2023 |
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 52 wins and 32 losses; Xavier Merlin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 43 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fotheringham, James Glass and James Atkins.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Turturro enables Merlin to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Turturro manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Merlin (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro wants to control the position but Merlin says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Merlin tries to pass the half guard into mount. Turturro knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The fighters are battling for position here. Turturro manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
We've been hearing good reports from Merlin'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.
Merlin pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now.
Turturro has his hands on Merlin's head, controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Merlin pushes down on Turturro's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Merlin content to control rather than advance.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard but Merlin has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Merlin (5) vs (0) Turturro
Merlin tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T2#
Turturro wants to hold on but Merlin pushes him away.
Turturro is trying desperately to improve position.
Merlin trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T3#
Merlin controlling from the full mount.
Turturro is trying to escape the mount.
Merlin controlling from the full mount.
Turturro can't escape the position.
Turturro keeps trying to improve his position.#T4#
Merlin content just to control the position here.
Turturro is looking to improve his position but Merlin isn't that keen on the idea.
Turturro wants to control but Merlin is having none of it.
Merlin controlling the pace for now. #T5#
Turturro is in all sorts of trouble here.
Turturro holds on to Merlin around his waist, trying desperately to prevent any attacks.
Turturro is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Merlin controlling from mount. #T6#
Turturro is squirming around, avoiding Merlin's attempts to control the action.
Merlin content just to control the position here. #T7#
Merlin trying to control but Turturro is having none of it.
Merlin takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Turturro keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T8#
Turturro tries to hold on but Merlin postures up.
Turturro is squirming around, avoiding Merlin's attempts to control the action.
Merlin takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T9#
Turturro is squirming around, avoiding Merlin's attempts to control the action.
Merlin content just to control the position here. #T10#
Turturro is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Merlin looking to control and managing it successfully.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Turturro sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Merlin trying to advance position but Turturro counters by regaining guard. #T11#
Turturro has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Turturro looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Merlin sitting in guard here, content to control.
Merlin passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Merlin (8) vs (0) Turturro#T12#
Turturro struggling a bit here.
Who's going to make the next move?
Turturro is looking to regain half guard here but Merlin keeps moving and retains side control. #T13#
Turturro regains half guard.
Turturro is trying is best to control the position here.
Merlin working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Turturro's thigh. Turturro counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Turturro wants to improve his position but instead Merlin has moved into half guard.
Turturro is not content to let Merlin control the position.#T14#
Turturro is trying to get back to full guard.
Turturro is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Merlin takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
A very excited looking Xavier Merlin 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:
WP 26
Date: Aug 09, 2023 |
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 20 wins and 13 losses; Vasiliy Kulik! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 42 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Steven Brown, Colin Fotheringham and Donald Grub.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Turturro shoots in but no luck this time. #CL#
Kulik clinches with his opponent.
Turturro wants to take the fight to the mat but Kulik manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#TD#
Kulik has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Turturro uses from the top position.
Turturro being controlled here momentarily.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Kulik keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
It looks like Turturro might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T1#
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Kulik looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kulik is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Kulik really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Turturro is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Turturro tries to free his leg and advance position but Kulik is retaining full guard. #T2#
Kulik keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Kulik trying to control the position.
Kulik looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Kulik keeps moving.
Turturro pushes down on Kulik's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T3#
Turturro controlling the action here.
Turturro trying to pass the guard but Kulik defending well.
Turturro trying to control from Kulik's half guard. Kulik has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T4#
Kulik keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Kulik wants to sweep but no luck.
Kulik pulls Turturro in close to his closed guard and prevents Turturro from doing any damage or advancing position.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Turturro keeps trying to improve his position.#T5#
Kulik is adopting a defensive guard.
Turturro controls from within his opponent's guard.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Kulik is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro passes Kulik's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T6#
Kulik trying to control here.
Kulik has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Turturro trying to mount his opponent but Kulik defends it.
Turturro keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Turturro trying to control from half guard but Kulik is working away. #T7#
Turturro is controlling the pace.
Turturro passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Kulik (0) vs (3) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Kulik rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Turturro's guard! Nice work there by Kulik! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kulik (2) vs (3) Turturro
Kulik content to stall in guard here. #T8##SUB2#
Turturro has his foot on Kulik's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Kulik works his way back into a safe position though.
Kulik is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Turturro holds on and takes a little breather.
Kulik trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T9#
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Kulik trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Kulik won't allow Turturro to sweep him here.
Kulik stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Turturro trying to control the position.
#T10#
Turturro is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kulik (2) vs (5) Turturro
Turturro trying to control the pace.
Kulik regains full guard. Nicely done.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Kulik is keeping the position.#T11#
Turturro is looking to advance position but Kulik has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Kulik (6) vs (5) Turturro
Kulik trying to control but he's not successful this time.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Kulik is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Turturro is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T12#
Kulik wants to take his opponent's back but Turturro doesn't allow it.
Turturro is looking to get to half guard.#T13#
Kulik controlling the pace for now.
Turturro keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Turturro wants to hold on but Kulik pushes him away.#T14#
Kulik controlling his opponent.
Turturro wants to control but Kulik is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro is looking to get to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kulik takes the fight on points by 6 to 5.
Vasiliy Kulik decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WP 25
Date: Aug 05, 2023 |
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 52 wins and 30 losses; Xavier Merlin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 42 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Columbo Gatti, Anthony Taglia and Reed Andrews.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Merlin changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Turturro tries to avoid it but Merlin manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Turturro to the ground. Turturro escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Merlin defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Turturro.
Turturro fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#TD#
Merlin looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Turturro! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Merlin (4) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is not content to let Merlin control the position.
Turturro tries to buck Merlin off but Merlin is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro struggling a bit here.
Merlin wants to take a breather but Turturro manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Merlin. #T1#
Merlin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Merlin sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Turturro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Merlin is one step ahead there. #T2#
Merlin engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Turturro lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Merlin (4) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro wants to control from the top but Merlin keeps moving.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T3#
Merlin seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
We've been hearing good reports from Merlin'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.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Merlin keeps moving.
Turturro controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Merlin controls Turturro momentarily but Turturro frees himself. #T4#
Turturro trying to control but Merlin is working from the bottom.
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Merlin is keeping the position for now. #T5#
Turturro keeps trying to improve his position.
Merlin trying to control the position.
Turturro 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.
Turturro trying to control but Merlin is working from the bottom.
Turturro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Merlin swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T6#
Merlin keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro is pushing down on Merlin's leg trying to pass to half guard. Merlin is fighting to maintain full guard but Turturro has managed to sneak the leg through.
Turturro tries to pass the half guard into mount. Merlin knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Turturro stalling away here and it's allowed Merlin to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Merlin might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T7#
Turturro pushes down on Merlin's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Merlin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Turturro is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Merlin is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T8#
Merlin is not content to let Turturro control the position.
Turturro trying to control from Merlin's half guard. Merlin has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Merlin is keeping the position for now.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Turturro trying to control but Merlin is working from the bottom. #T9#
Turturro might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Merlin haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Merlin keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass.
Turturro slips nicely into half guard.
Turturro trying to control the action but Merlin is working from the bottom.
Merlin won't allow Turturro to pass to mount. #T10##SUB2#
Turturro is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Turturro trying to control from half guard but Merlin is working away.
Turturro with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Let's hope that Turturro has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T11#
Turturro trying to pass the guard but Merlin defending well. #SUB2#
Turturro wants to work for an arm triangle but Merlin is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Turturro trying to control from Merlin's half guard. Merlin has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Merlin keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Merlin (4) vs (5) Turturro#T12#
You can see the frustration on Merlin's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Merlin is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Merlin is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T13#
You can see the frustration on Merlin's face as Turturro controls the position.
Turturro wants to control but Merlin is keeping him busy.
Merlin can't do much from the bottom here.
Who's going to make the next move?
Merlin struggling a bit here.#T14#
Turturro trying to control the position but Merlin is working away.
Turturro happy to just control the position for now.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro trying to control the position but Merlin is working away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 5 to 4.
After winning the bout, Billy Turturro 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:
WP 24
Date: Aug 02, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 26 losses; Long Wang! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 41 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are James Ackerman, James Glass and Richard Clark.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Turturro tries to score a power double leg takedown but Wang sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Turturro somewhat.#TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Wang enables Turturro to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Wang manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Wang (0) vs (2) Turturro
Wang trying to control the position.
We've been hearing good reports from Wang'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.
Wang keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Wang controls Turturro momentarily but Turturro frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Wang keeps moving. #T1#
Wang working a defensive guard here.
Turturro content to stall in guard here.
Wang looking to hit a scissor sweep but Turturro is one step ahead there.
Wang not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Turturro trying to control but Wang is working from the bottom. #T2#
Wang is trying to control the position but Turturro postures up.
Wang is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wang (2) vs (2) Turturro
Wang frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Wang (5) vs (2) Turturro#SUB#
Wang looks like he's working for a submission but he's not found anything just yet.
Turturro wants to control but Wang is having none of it.#SUB#
Wang looking for a guillotine from mount but Turturro is having none of it. #T3##SUB#
Wang is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Turturro has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Turturro! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wang (5) vs (4) Turturro
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Wang is keeping the position.
Turturro trying to control but Wang is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Wang has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Turturro is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Wang. Score +3 for passing guard: Wang (5) vs (7) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Wang is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Wang is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Wang is looking to reverse the position.
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Wang is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Wang's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Wang sneaks back into half guard.#T5#
Wang trying to control but Turturro postures up.
Wang is trying to get back to full guard.
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Wang is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Wang is defending against the submission attempts here by Turturro.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Turturro perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T6#
Turturro is thwarting Wang's attempts to control the position.
Turturro perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Wang wants to control but Turturro is keeping busy.
Turturro is pressing down on Wang's thigh, looking to free his foot. Wang is holding on for now. #SUB2#
Turturro seems to be working for a kimura but Wang defends the submission attempt.
Turturro trying to control from half guard but Wang is working away. #T7#
Turturro looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Wang is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Turturro wants to control but Wang is keeping him busy.
Turturro prevents Wang from improving his position.
Wang is working hard here to advance position.
Turturro is trying to control the action in half guard but Wang is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T8#
Wang works his way to full guard. Good work.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Wang controls Turturro momentarily but Turturro frees himself.
Turturro 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.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Wang is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Wang pushes a forearm under Turturro's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Turturro is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Long Wang!
Long Wang decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WP 23
Date: Jul 29, 2023 |
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 52 wins and 28 losses; Xavier Merlin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 41 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Donald Grub and Daniel Bishop.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Merlin looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Merlin (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro wants to improve his position but Merlin is controlling well.
Turturro is refusing to be controlled, as Merlin sits in half guard.
Merlin has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Turturro wants to improve his position but Merlin is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro is positioning himself well to prevent Merlin advancing to mount.
Merlin trying to mount his opponent but Turturro defends it. #T1#
Turturro tries to roll over but Merlin keeps him under control.
Turturro is staying active underneath Merlin, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Turturro trying to hold on to Merlin's head to control him but Merlin postures up.
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Merlin wants to free his trapped foot but Turturro is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T2#
Turturro slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Turturro looking to control.
Merlin won't allow Turturro to sweep him here. #T3#
Merlin is pushing down on Turturro's leg trying to pass to half guard. Turturro is fighting to maintain full guard but Merlin has managed to sneak the leg through.
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Merlin has control of the leg.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#SUB2#
Merlin taking a breather but there's no such thing in a fight! Turturro has locked on to a kimura from the bottom - he uses it to sweep and is now looking to finish from the top position! He's got it! Merlin has tapped! Great work by Turturro! Lay and pray doesn't pay, kids! Just remember, you heard it here first.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Billy Turturro!
Our winner, Billy Turturro, 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:
WP 22
Date: Jul 26, 2023 |
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 29 wins and 40 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 23 losses; Jackson Ramirez!
The judges for this bout are Richard Clark, James Atkins and Paul Tew.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Ramirez gets a double leg takedown into Turturro's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Ramirez
Ramirez controls from within his opponent's guard.
Turturro is trying to hold Ramirez in close to prevent damage but Ramirez has managed to pass into half guard.
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ramirez is taking a breather. Turturro 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.
Turturro tries to roll over but Ramirez keeps him under control.#T1#
Turturro trying to get back to full guard but Ramirez takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (5) Ramirez
Ramirez trying to control but Turturro is having none of it.
Ramirez avoids the attempt from Turturro to control.#T2#
Turturro has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Turturro (0) vs (8) Ramirez
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
A lull in the action here.
Turturro is trying to break free.
Ramirez is looking to control Turturro but Turturro is wriggling around and keeping busy. #T3#
Ramirez has the hooks in. Turturro is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Ramirez wants to control but Turturro is keeping busy.
Turturro is really stuck here.
#T4#
Ramirez gets his hands free as Turturro looks to control.
Ramirez controls the action.
Turturro is really stuck here.
Ramirez is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Turturro trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Ramirez controlling the positon.#T5#
Turturro can't escape the position.
Turturro prevents Ramirez from getting a body triangle.
Turturro can't escape the position.
Ramirez is riding his opponent, not letting Turturro buck him off.
Turturro wants to escape the position.
#T6#
Ramirez looking to hold on to the position here but Turturro rolls and ends up regaining guard.
Turturro is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Ramirez stays in close to Turturro's body and controls the position.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Ramirez from controlling successfully.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Ramirez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T7#
Turturro managing to control the position.
Ramirez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ramirez preventing the sweep.
Ramirez content to stall in guard here. #T8#
Ramirez wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Ramirez postures up.
Turturro being controlled here, momentarily.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T9#
Turturro has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Ramirez has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (11) Ramirez
Turturro manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ramirez's best efforts.
Turturro is trying to control but Ramirez manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (14) Ramirez
Ramirez trying to control but Turturro is having none of it.
Ramirez prevents Turturro from getting the reversal.#T10#
Ramirez tries to control but Turturro wriggling away.
Ramirez is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Ramirez controlling the position easily from mount.
Turturro slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T11#
Turturro wants to control but Ramirez is keeping busy.
Ramirez keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
We've been hearing good reports from Turturro'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.
Turturro is staying active underneath Ramirez, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T12#
Ramirez trying to control the pace.
Ramirez is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Turturro reverses the position - he's now on top in Ramirez's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (14) Ramirez
Ramirez keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro is looking to pass into half guard but Ramirez pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Ramirez is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (16) Ramirez#T13#
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Ramirez looking to pass the guard.
Ramirez showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Ramirez pushes down on Turturro's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Well, if Ramirez is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#T14#
Turturro trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (2) vs (19) Ramirez
Turturro is looking to improve his position but Ramirez isn't that keen on the idea.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ramirez content just to control the position here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ramirez wins on points by 19 to 2.
An out of breath and clearly excited Jackson Ramirez thanked Threads of Fate for their help and support (and free stuff they sent him). |
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Event:
WP 21
Date: Jul 22, 2023 |
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 49 wins and 25 losses; Bogdan Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 39 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, Sam Margolis and Andrew Berry.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Kersikov fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Turturro sprawls well initially but Kersikov persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (0) Turturro
Kersikov keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Turturro is controlling Kersikov's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Turturro is trying to maintain the position but Kersikov is very close to passing his half guard.
Kersikov wants to pass to mount but Turturro is defending the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro is controlling Kersikov's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Turturro tries to roll over but Kersikov keeps him under control.#T1#
Kersikov sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Turturro is controlling Kersikov's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T2#
Turturro wants to control but Kersikov is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Turturro is trying to get back to full guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Kersikov'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.
Turturro is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Turturro tries to roll over but Kersikov keeps him under control.#T3#
Turturro has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kersikov is working away from the top position though.
Kersikov trying to control from Turturro's half guard. Turturro has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Kersikov stays in close to Turturro's body and controls the position.
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T4#
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet.
Turturro being controlled here, momentarily.
Turturro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kersikov is one step ahead there. #T5#
Turturro is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Turturro wants to sweep here but Kersikov controlling him for the moment.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Turturro controls Kersikov momentarily but Kersikov frees himself.
Kersikov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T6#
Kersikov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Turturro controls Kersikov momentarily but Kersikov frees himself. #T7#
Kersikov stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
Kersikov tries to free his leg and advance position but Turturro is retaining full guard.
Kersikov 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.
Kersikov stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.#T8#
Turturro is pulling down on Kersikov's head. It's preventing any offense from Kersikov, at least for the moment.
Turturro tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Turturro is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T9#
Kersikov trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Kersikov advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (5) vs (0) Turturro
The referee asks Kersikov politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Kersikov prefers to stall for the moment though.
Turturro is trying to control Kersikov's posture but Kersikov avoids it. #T10#
Turturro tries to buck Kersikov off but Kersikov is having none of it.
Kersikov tries to move into full mount but can't pass Turturro's legs.
Turturro is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Kersikov tries to move to mount but Turturro blocks the move with his legs. #T11#
Turturro tries to bench press Kersikov off him but Kersikov keeps the position.
Turturro wants to control but Kersikov postures up.
A lull in the action here as Kersikov stalls from top position.
Turturro is not content to let Kersikov control the position.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Turturro is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#T12#
Turturro can't do much from the bottom here.
Kersikov controls the position.
Kersikov taking a break here but Turturro is having none of it and regains half guard.
Kersikov is taking a breather. Turturro 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.#T13#
Turturro wants to control but Kersikov is keeping busy.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard but Kersikov has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Kersikov (8) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Kersikov can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Turturro is looking to escape. #T14#
Kersikov fails to move to back control.
Turturro is looking to improve his position but Kersikov isn't that keen on the idea.
Turturro keeps trying to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov wants to take Turturro's back here but Turturro is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
Bogdan Kersikov thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
WP 20
Date: Jul 19, 2023 |
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 48 wins and 25 losses; Bogdan Kersikov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 38 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are William Gold, James Atkins and Sam Margolis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Turturro tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Kersikov swivels and escapes.#TD#
Kersikov closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Turturro did well to prevent Kersikov getting side control. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (0) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Kersikov prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Kersikov controlling the pace.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T1#
Kersikov stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
Turturro is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (2) vs (2) Turturro
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Turturro wants to free his trapped foot but Kersikov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Turturro is trying to control the action in half guard but Kersikov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T2#
Turturro is trying to control. Kersikov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Kersikov gets back to full guard.
Kersikov keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Kersikov controls Turturro momentarily but Turturro frees himself.
Turturro won't allow Kersikov to sweep him here.
Kersikov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (4) vs (2) Turturro#T3#
Turturro looking to control.
Kersikov trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Turturro looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kersikov tries to free his leg and advance position but Turturro is retaining full guard. #T4#
Turturro looking to control.
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kersikov 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.
Kersikov preventing the sweep. #T5#
Kersikov wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Kersikov is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Kersikov seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.
Kersikov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now. #T6#
Turturro trying to control the position.
Kersikov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T7#
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet.
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've been hearing good reports from Kersikov'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.
Kersikov is stalling in the full guard.
Kersikov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Turturro manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kersikov manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (4) vs (4) Turturro#T8#
Kersikov has control of Turturro's left arm, preventing Turturro from doing any damage.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Kersikov holds on and takes a little breather. #T9#
Turturro slips nicely into half guard.
Kersikov keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Turturro wants to take a breather but Kersikov is having none of it.
Kersikov wants to control but Turturro is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T10#
Kersikov is staying active underneath Turturro, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Turturro tries to pass the half guard into mount. Kersikov knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Kersikov tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg.
Kersikov is working hard here to advance position.
Turturro is trying to control the action in half guard but Kersikov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Turturro prevents Kersikov from improving his position.
Turturro is trying to control the action in half guard but Kersikov is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T11#
Turturro content to control rather than advance.
Turturro seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Kersikov does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Turturro is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kersikov keeps working. #T12#
Kersikov works his way to full guard. Good work.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Turturro's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T13#
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Kersikov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Turturro 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. #SUB2#
Turturro drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Kersikov manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Turturro has Kersikov in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kersikov (6) vs (4) Turturro#T14#
Kersikov is pushing down on Turturro's leg trying to pass to half guard. Turturro is fighting to maintain full guard but Kersikov has managed to sneak the leg through.
Turturro trying to control from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kersikov controlling the pace.
Kersikov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kersikov takes the fight on points by 6 to 4.
An out of breath Bogdan Kersikov 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:
WP 19
Date: Jul 15, 2023 |
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 50 wins and 26 losses; Xavier Merlin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 38 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Leandro Rodrigues and Emerson Jorge.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Turturro goes for a double leg but Merlin avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the ropes as Merlin continues to drive forward.
Turturro darts in looking for a takedown but Merlin gets double underhooks and turns Turturro into the ropes. #TD#
Merlin closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Turturro's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Merlin (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Merlin controls from within his opponent's guard.
Merlin has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro keeping full guard, as Merlin tries to pass. #T1#
Merlin controls from within his opponent's guard.
Merlin might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Merlin preventing the sweep.
Turturro is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Merlin content to stall in guard here.
Turturro seems keen to control Merlin's posture.#T2#
Merlin controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Turturro wants to sweep here but Merlin controlling him for the moment.
Turturro is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#T3#
Turturro controls Merlin momentarily but Merlin frees himself.
Merlin stays in close to Turturro's body and controls the position.
Turturro is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Merlin trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom. #T4#
Turturro working a defensive guard here.
Turturro looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Merlin trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T5#
Turturro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Merlin is one step ahead there.
Merlin trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Merlin trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Turturro manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Merlin (2) vs (2) Turturro
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Merlin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T6#
Turturro stays in close to Merlin's body and controls the position.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Merlin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Merlin swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Turturro trying to control but Merlin is working from the bottom. #T7#
Merlin keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass.
Merlin looking for a sweep. Not yet Merlin, not yet.
Turturro pushes down on Merlin's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Turturro wants to pass to mount but Merlin is defending the position.
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Merlin keeps working.
Turturro looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T8#
Merlin tries to roll over but Turturro keeps him under control.
Turturro is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Turturro is trying to control. Merlin wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T9#
Turturro wants to free his trapped foot but Merlin is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Merlin keeps working.
Turturro wants to pass to mount but Merlin is defending the position. #T10#
Turturro trying to control the pace.
Merlin moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Turturro looking to pass the guard. #T11#
Merlin is trying to keep Turturro in close.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Merlin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Merlin (2) vs (5) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Merlin rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Turturro's guard! Nice work there by Merlin! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Merlin (4) vs (5) Turturro
Turturro bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Merlin's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Merlin (4) vs (7) Turturro#T12#
Turturro wants to control from the top but Merlin keeps moving.
Turturro looking to sit in guard and control but Merlin gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Merlin (6) vs (7) Turturro
Turturro bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Merlin's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Merlin (6) vs (9) Turturro
Merlin is controlling Turturro's posture.
Turturro passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Merlin (6) vs (12) Turturro#T13#
Turturro looking to control but instead Merlin has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Merlin is looking for a sweep. Turturro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Turturro wants to take a breather but Merlin is having none of it.
Turturro wants to advance to full mount but Merlin doesn't think that's going to happen and regains full guard instead.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Merlin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T14#
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Turturro is looking to pass into half guard but Merlin pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Merlin is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Merlin (8) vs (12) Turturro
Merlin stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro managing to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 12 to 8.
Our winner, Billy Turturro, 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:
wp 17
Date: Jul 09, 2023 |
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 28 wins and 37 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 10 losses; Vasiliy Kulik!
The judges for this bout are Russell Pearce, Chad Campbell and Joseph Jones.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Kulik rushes Turturro and presses him up against the cage.#TD2#
Kulik drags the fight down to the ground.
Turturro's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Kulik is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Kulik is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Turturro passes into half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Turturro'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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kulik slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Kulik keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully. #T1#
Turturro content to stall in guard here.
Kulik has Turturro pulled in close to control his posture.
Turturro trying to control but Kulik is working from the bottom.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Kulik is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Turturro looking to sit in guard and control but Kulik gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Kulik
Kulik pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now.
Turturro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kulik is one step ahead there. #T3#
Turturro controls Kulik momentarily but Kulik frees himself.
Kulik looking to pass the guard.
Turturro has his hands on Kulik's head, controlling the position. #T4#
Kulik stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Turturro is pulling down on Kulik's head. It's preventing any offense from Kulik, at least for the moment.
Kulik stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T5#
Turturro being controlled here, momentarily.
Kulik won't allow Turturro to sweep him here.
Kulik is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Turturro controls Kulik momentarily but Kulik frees himself.
Turturro controlling the position.#T6#
Kulik looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Kulik wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.
Turturro is trying to keep Kulik in close.
#T7#
Turturro has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Kulik has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (5) Kulik
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kulik wants to lay and pray for a moment but Turturro keeps working.
Turturro is being controlled here.
My spies in KFA inform me that Kulik has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Turturro is looking for a sweep.
Kulik trying to control the action but Turturro is working from the bottom. #T8#
Turturro is trying to control Kulik's posture but Kulik avoids it.
Turturro is looking to reverse the position.
Turturro being controlled for a moment.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
It looks like Kulik might be adopting somewhat of a lay and pray gameplan here, which I'm sure won't go down too well with the paying fans in attendance... Or the ring announcers come to think of it.#T9#
Turturro tries to improve position but can't.
Kulik trying to control the action but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Turturro is looking for a sweep.#T10#
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Kulik controls the position from side control.
Turturro is looking to reverse the position.#T11#
Turturro wants to control but Kulik postures up.
Turturro manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (5) Kulik
Kulik trying to control but Turturro postures up.
Turturro is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Turturro looking to sit in guard and control but Kulik gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (7) Kulik#T12#
Turturro is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Kulik trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Turturro pulls Kulik in close to his closed guard and prevents Kulik from doing any damage or advancing position.
Kulik is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T13#
Turturro tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Turturro is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kulik is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T14#
Turturro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kulik is one step ahead there.
Turturro has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Kulik has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (2) vs (10) Kulik
Turturro tries to buck Kulik off but Kulik is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Kulik wants to lay and pray for a moment but Turturro keeps working.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kulik wins on points by 10 to 2.
Vasiliy Kulik 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:
WP 18
Date: Jul 05, 2023 |
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 24 wins and 7 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 36 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Mauricio Rocha and Thiago Cunha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Rodriquez tries to score a power double leg takedown but Turturro sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Rodriquez somewhat.
Turturro stuffs the takedown.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Rodriquez half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Turturro misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD#
Rodriquez drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro prevents Rodriquez from moving into mount.
Turturro is looking to reverse the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro trying to control but Rodriquez flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (7) vs (0) Turturro
Rodriquez controls the position.
Turturro tries to escape but Rodriquez has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T1#
Rodriquez is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Turturro tries to escape the position.
Turturro just trying to survive but Rodriquez is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #T2#
Turturro really must keep his cool here. He's controlling one of Rodriquez's hands and whilst he does that, he's got a chance of escaping the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Turturro tries to roll but Rodriquez sticks to his back.
#T3#
Rodriquez really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Turturro.
Turturro can't escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Rodriquez trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Turturro doesn't escape.
Turturro tries to break free.
#T4#
Good control from Rodriquez.
Turturro rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Turturro is trying to control but can't.
Turturro moves into full guard.
Rodriquez is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T5#
Turturro working a defensive guard here.
Turturro tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Rodriquez passes Turturro's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Rodriquez not doing much here.
#T6#
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T7#
Turturro desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Turturro wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Turturro trying to get back to full guard but Rodriquez takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (10) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is desperately trying to improve his position but Rodriquez has a good base and remains in mount.#T8#
Turturro tries to hold on but Rodriquez pushes him away.
Rodriquez looking to control and managing it successfully.
Rodriquez avoids the attempt from Turturro to control.
Rodriquez controlling from mount.
Turturro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T9#
Rodriquez tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Turturro is wriggling around trying to escape.
Turturro tries to control the position but Rodriquez now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Rodriquez (13) vs (0) Turturro#T10#
Turturro trying to control the hands but Rodriquez breaks the grip.
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Rodriquez controls the action.#T11#
Rodriquez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.#T12#
Turturro tries to escape but Rodriquez has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Turturro breaks Rodriquez's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (13) vs (2) Turturro#T13#
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
Turturro preventing the sweep.
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Rodriquez is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez pulls Turturro in close to prevent any damage.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Rodriquez keeps moving.
Turturro content to stall in guard here. #T14#
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro won't allow Rodriquez to sweep him here.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Rodriquez keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro stands and throws Rodriquez's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (13) vs (5) Turturro
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Rodriquez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 13 to 5.
Our winner, Nick Rodriquez, 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:
WP 16
Date: Jul 02, 2023 |
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 49 wins and 24 losses; Xavier Merlin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 36 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Matheus Silva and Edson Gomes.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Turturro fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Turturro looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Merlin is fending him off so far but Turturro persists. Nope, Merlin circles away and we're back to standing.#TD#
Merlin throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Turturro was covering up waiting for the punch and Merlin finishes the takedown easily into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Merlin (2) vs (0) Turturro
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Turturro wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Merlin is now in half guard.
Turturro tries to roll over but Merlin keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Merlin content to control rather than advance. #T1#
Turturro trying to get back to full guard but Merlin takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Merlin (5) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T2#
Turturro bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Merlin (5) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Merlin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Merlin is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T3#
Turturro controls from within his opponent's guard.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Merlin keeps moving.
Merlin is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Merlin (7) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro works his way to full guard. Good work.#T4##SUB2#
Merlin lying in Turturro's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Turturro decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Merlin taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Billy Turturro!
Our winner, Billy Turturro, 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:
WP 15
Date: Jun 28, 2023 |
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 22 wins and 7 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 35 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Trevor Gratis and Elvis Blanc.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Rodriquez shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Turturro's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro trying to keep a closed guard but Rodriquez is proving a slippery customer.
Turturro is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Rodriquez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Rodriquez 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.
Turturro is trying to keep Rodriquez in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
Turturro is still trying to improve position.#T1#
Rodriquez looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Turturro has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Rodriquez has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (5) vs (0) Turturro
Rodriquez controlling the position from side mount.
Turturro sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T2#
Rodriquez is thwarting Turturro's attempts to control the position.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Turturro is defending well.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.#T3#
Turturro gets full guard.
Turturro trying to keep a closed guard but Rodriquez is proving a slippery customer.
Turturro is looking to sweep but instead, Rodriquez has passed into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Rodriquez in particular looking to stall.
Rodriquez is thwarting Turturro's attempts to control the position.#T4#
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Rodriquez in particular looking to stall.#T5#
Turturro is trying to control but Rodriquez manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (8) vs (0) Turturro
Rodriquez looking to control but Turturro is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Rodriquez is trying to control here but Turturro has managed to regain half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Rodriquez is pressing down on Turturro's thigh, looking to free his foot. Turturro is holding on for now. #T6#
Rodriquez content to control rather than advance.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Turturro tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.#T7#
Rodriquez is looking to take a break and control but Turturro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Turturro makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Turturro.
Turturro looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Rodriquez avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Turturro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T8#
Rodriquez trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Turturro has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Rodriquez has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (11) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T9#
Turturro being controlled for a moment.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Turturro is looking for a sweep.#T10#
Turturro struggling a bit here.
Rodriquez slows the pace down.
Turturro looking for a sweep but Rodriquez has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Rodriquez (13) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro regains half guard.#T11#
Turturro wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Turturro wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
#T12#
Turturro manages to get to full guard.
Rodriquez content to stall in guard here.
Turturro has his hands on Rodriquez's head, controlling the position. #T13#
Turturro controls Rodriquez momentarily but Rodriquez frees himself.
Rodriquez content to stall in guard here.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Turturro has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Rodriquez has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (16) vs (0) Turturro#T14#
Turturro is letting Rodriquez control him for a moment.
Turturro tries to bench press Rodriquez off him but Rodriquez keeps the position.
Rodriquez has control of an arm but Turturro manages to advance to Rodriquez's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (16) vs (4) Turturro
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Rodriquez preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Turturro.
Rodriquez manages to reverse the position and now he's in Turturro's guard. Nice work there by Rodriquez.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (18) vs (4) Turturro
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 18 to 4.
A victorious Nick Rodriquez thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
wp 14
Date: Jun 25, 2023 |
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 30 wins and 19 losses; Jackson Ramirez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 34 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, Chad Campbell and Bruno Lombardi.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Ramirez fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Ramirez fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Ramirez shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Turturro pinned against the cage. Turturro gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jackson Ramirez. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Turturro slaps away a takedown attempt from Ramirez, before circling back to the center of the mat.
Ramirez shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Turturro defends it nicely.
Turturro fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Ramirez avoids it really well and circles away.
Ramirez shoots in looking for a takedown. Turturro tries to sprawl out of it but Ramirez keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Turturro manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ramirez shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Turturro but Turturro pushes him off and we're back to square one.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Ramirez is defended easily by Turturro.
Ramirez shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Turturro sprawls well. Turturro wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Ramirez gets slowly back to his feet.#T1#
Ramirez looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#TD#
Ramirez gets the takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ramirez (4) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro manages to work his way to half guard, despite Ramirez's best efforts.
Turturro slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Turturro has an active guard here but Ramirez has managed to pass into half guard.
Ramirez slows the pace down in half guard.
Turturro trying to hold on to Ramirez's head to control him but Ramirez postures up.
#T2#
Turturro gets full guard.
Turturro wants to sweep but no luck. #SUB2#
Turturro throws his legs up looking for a submission but Ramirez uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (7) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard.
Turturro is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T3#
Turturro sneaks back into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Ramirez in particular looking to stall.
Turturro trying to control here.
Ramirez prevents Turturro from improving his position.#T4#
Turturro trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Ramirez manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (10) vs (0) Turturro
Ramirez tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Ramirez's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Ramirez trying to control but Turturro is having none of it.
Turturro has given up his back here. Will Ramirez look for the submission or keep pounding away?
Score +3 for taking back: Ramirez (13) vs (0) Turturro#T5#
Ramirez keeps control of the position as Turturro tries to break free.
Ramirez seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Ramirez controls the position.
Turturro rolls, trying to escape but Ramirez keeps control of the position.
#T6#
Turturro is still trying to improve position.
Turturro turns into Ramirez and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (13) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro wants to control from the top but Ramirez keeps moving. #SUB2#
Turturro is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Ramirez is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Ramirez has escaped and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (15) vs (2) Turturro
Ramirez controls from within his opponent's guard. #T7#
Ramirez passes Turturro's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard but Ramirez has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (18) vs (2) Turturro
Ramirez is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Turturro's shoulder. That is not cool.
Turturro tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ramirez wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Ramirez controlling from side mount. #T8#
Turturro is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Turturro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ramirez pulls his head out easily.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Well, if Ramirez is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#SUB2#
Turturro has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Ramirez escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Ramirez! Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (21) vs (2) Turturro#T9#
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard.
Turturro prevents Ramirez from improving position. #T10#
Turturro gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Ramirez wants to control but Turturro is keeping him busy.
Turturro trying to control here.
Ramirez prevents Turturro from improving his position.#T11#
Ramirez slows the pace down in half guard.
Turturro gets back to full guard.
Turturro looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Turturro lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (21) vs (4) Turturro#T12#
Turturro wants to control from the top but Ramirez keeps moving.
Ramirez is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Ramirez keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro won't allow Ramirez to sweep him here.
Turturro looking to sit in guard and control but Ramirez gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (23) vs (4) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro has an active guard here but Ramirez has managed to pass into half guard.
Ramirez moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (26) vs (4) Turturro#T13#
Turturro is looking to reverse the position.
Ramirez content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Turturro manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (26) vs (6) Turturro#T14#
Turturro trying to control the action but Ramirez is working from the bottom.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Ramirez is defending well. #SUB2#
Turturro seems to be looking for submissions.
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Ramirez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Turturro is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ramirez has managed to free his arm - good work.
Turturro trying to control from half guard but Ramirez is working away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ramirez keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ramirez takes the fight on points by 26 to 6.
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Jackson Ramirez made sure he mentioned Threads of Fate, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
WP 13
Date: Jun 18, 2023 |
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 26 wins and 34 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 21 losses; The Reverend Jim Ignatowski!
The judges for this bout are Jonathan Paton, Eddie Farnsworth and John Kavanagh.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Turturro gets caught napping as Ignatowski dives in and scores a takedown. Turturro manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Ignatowski#SUB#
Turturro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ignatowski won't allow Turturro to sweep him here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Ignatowski looking to sit in guard and control but Turturro gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (2) Ignatowski
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Turturro trying to control but Ignatowski is working from the bottom.
Ignatowski controls Turturro momentarily but Turturro frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ignatowski can't keep his opponent in guard - Turturro advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Turturro trying to control the action but Ignatowski is working from the bottom.
Ignatowski wants to get back to full guard.#T1##SUB#
Turturro is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Turturro seems to be looking for submissions.
Turturro trying to control from half guard but Ignatowski is working away.
Ignatowski wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
Turturro 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.
Turturro trying to mount his opponent but Ignatowski defends it.
Ignatowski is looking for a sweep. Turturro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ignatowski keeping control of the position. #SUB#
Turturro seems to be looking for submissions.
Turturro wants to take a breather but Ignatowski is having none of it. #T2##SUB#
Turturro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ignatowski sees it coming and defends easily.
Ignatowski has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at KFA. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Turturro looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ignatowski wants to control but Turturro is keeping busy.
Ignatowski moves into full guard.
Turturro slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (5) vs (2) Ignatowski#SUB#
Turturro wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ignatowski, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Turturro is trying to get an arm triangle but Ignatowski is defending well.
Ignatowski struggling a bit here.#T3#
Ignatowski is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Turturro is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ignatowski is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Ignatowski gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Ignatowski gets full guard.
Ignatowski keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Turturro is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Ignatowski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ignatowski keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass. #T4#
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Ignatowski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ignatowski is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Ignatowski keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Ignatowski is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Ignatowski is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Turturro drops back looking for a leg! Ignatowski is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Ignatowski manages to kick Turturro off! Turturro jumps back into Ignatowski's guard.
Ignatowski keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully. #T5#
Ignatowski controlling Turturro's posture. #SUB#
Turturro drops back looking for a leg! Ignatowski is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Ignatowski manages to kick Turturro off! Turturro jumps back into Ignatowski's guard.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Ignatowski is keeping the position.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Ignatowski keeps moving.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Ignatowski is keeping the position.#SUB#
Turturro drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Ignatowski manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Turturro has Ignatowski in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (5) vs (4) Ignatowski
Ignatowski looking to pass the guard. #T6#
Ignatowski keeps trying to improve his position.#SUB#
Turturro had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ignatowski defends it easily.
Ignatowski wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving. #T7#
Ignatowski controlling from the top position.
Ignatowski advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (5) vs (7) Ignatowski
Turturro tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ignatowski wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Turturro is working hard here to advance position.
Turturro gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (5) vs (9) Ignatowski
Turturro is trying to reverse the position but instead Ignatowski has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Turturro (5) vs (12) Ignatowski#T8#
Turturro looking very determined here, making life difficult for Ignatowski.
#SUB2#
Ignatowski is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Turturro is defending well though. Ignatowski let's go of the attempt for now.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Ignatowski's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Turturro is trying to break free.
Turturro rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Ignatowski wants to control but Turturro is keeping him busy. #T9#
Turturro trying to get back to full guard but Ignatowski takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (5) vs (15) Ignatowski
Turturro is controlling an arm, preventing Ignatowski from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Ignatowski can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Turturro is looking to escape.
Turturro is working to get back to half guard.
Ignatowski can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Turturro is looking to escape. #T10#
Turturro regains half guard.
Turturro regains full guard. Nicely done.
Ignatowski slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (5) vs (18) Ignatowski
Turturro prevents Ignatowski from moving into mount.
Turturro is not content to let Ignatowski control the position.
Turturro is looking to reverse the position.#T11#
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Ignatowski's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
Turturro slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Turturro looking for a guillotine here but Ignatowski defends easily.
#SUB#
Turturro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ignatowski doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ignatowski manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T12#
Ignatowski wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Turturro has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Ignatowski has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (5) vs (21) Ignatowski
Turturro is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Ignatowski off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Turturro (9) vs (21) Ignatowski#T13#
Ignatowski trying to control the hands but Turturro breaks the grip.
Turturro keeps control of the position as Ignatowski tries to break free.
#SUB#
Ignatowski 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 Turturro gets his way!
#SUB#
Turturro is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
#SUB#
Ignatowski fending off the submission attempt from Turturro. #SUB#
Turturro is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. Ignatowski is defending well though. Turturro let's go of the attempt for now.#SUB#
Turturro looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB#
Turturro is looking for the choke from the back position but Ignatowski is controlling his hands well. #T14#
Ignatowski trying to control the action but Turturro just sinks the hooks in. #SUB#
Ignatowski 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 Turturro gets his way!
#SUB#
Turturro is looking for the choke from the back position but Ignatowski is controlling his hands well.
Ignatowski is keeping busy.
Turturro controlling well, preventing Ignatowski from escaping the position.
#SUB#
Turturro has both hooks in and is working for a choke. Ignatowski is in real trouble here. Turturro gets an arm under the chin and tightens the submission attempt... is this the end? Yes, Ignatowski is tapping out! Turturro wins by rear naked choke!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Billy Turturro!
An out of breath Billy Turturro 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:
WP 12
Date: Jun 11, 2023 |
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 46 wins and 23 losses; Xavier Merlin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 33 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Alyssa Summers, John Kavanagh and Chad Campbell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Merlin shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Merlin (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Merlin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Turturro wants to control but Merlin is keeping busy.
Turturro is staying active underneath Merlin, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Merlin trying to pass the guard but Turturro defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro wants to improve his position but Merlin is controlling well.
Turturro gets back to full guard.
Merlin might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T1#
Merlin trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Merlin sitting in guard here, content to control.
Merlin trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Merlin passes Turturro's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Turturro moves into full guard.
#T2#
Turturro wants to sweep here but Merlin controlling him for the moment.
Merlin forces his way into half guard.
Turturro is staying active underneath Merlin, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Turturro tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Merlin has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Merlin (5) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is trying desperately to improve position.#T3#
Turturro regains half guard.
Merlin wants to pass to mount but Turturro is defending the position.
Merlin looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Merlin has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T4#
Merlin trying to control from half guard but Turturro is working away.
Turturro tries to roll over but Merlin keeps him under control.
Merlin trying to pass the guard but Turturro defending well. #T5#
Merlin keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back.
Turturro is trying to get back to full guard.
Merlin wants to pass the guard but Turturro is defending well.
Turturro slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T6#
Merlin works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Merlin trying to control the action but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Merlin trying to mount his opponent but Turturro defends it.
Merlin keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Turturro has a hand on Merlin's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Merlin takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Merlin (8) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro tries to reverse the position but Merlin maintains control.#T7#
Merlin can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Turturro is looking to escape.
Turturro is looking to improve his position but Merlin isn't that keen on the idea.
Merlin tries to control but Turturro wriggling away.
Turturro is desperately trying to improve his position but Merlin has a good base and remains in mount.#T8#
Merlin trying to control but he's not successful this time.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Merlin is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Turturro is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Turturro is looking to improve his position but Merlin isn't that keen on the idea.
Turturro tries to hold on but Merlin postures up.#T9#
Turturro can't escape the position.
Merlin controlling his opponent.
Turturro tries to reverse the position but Merlin maintains control.
Merlin trying to control but Turturro is having none of it.
Merlin controlling his opponent.
Merlin looking to control but Turturro is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T10#
Turturro is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Merlin trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Turturro is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T11#
Merlin wants to control the pace but Turturro is squirming around nicely.
Turturro wants to control but Merlin is having none of it.
Turturro is trying to escape the mount.
#T12#
Merlin content just to control the position here.
Merlin tries to control but Turturro wriggling away.
Turturro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T13#
Turturro keeps trying to improve his position.
Turturro sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Merlin uses his free foot to push down on Turturro's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Turturro. Score +3 for passing guard: Merlin (11) vs (0) Turturro#T14#
Merlin takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Merlin wants to control the pace but Turturro is squirming around nicely.
Merlin wants to control but Turturro has made it back to half guard. Nice work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro wants to improve his position but Merlin is controlling well.
And that's the end of the fight!
Merlin takes the fight on points by 11 to 0.
During a confident post fight interview, Xavier Merlin thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WP 11
Date: Jun 04, 2023 |
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 25 wins and 19 losses; The Reverend Jim Ignatowski! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 33 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Steve Smith, Gregory Folan and Yves DeLean.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Ignatowski looking to score a takedown here. Turturro is defending well but Ignatowski drives through and ends up in Turturro's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ignatowski (2) vs (0) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Ignatowski frees his head nicely. Oh but Turturro has switched to an armbar! Ignatowski is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Billy Turturro!
A victorious Billy Turturro thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
WP 10
Date: May 28, 2023 |
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 25 wins and 32 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 44 wins and 23 losses; Xavier Merlin!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, Russell Pearce and Lou da Vinci.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Merlin scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Turturro (0) vs (4) Merlin
Turturro is looking to reverse the position.
Turturro is working hard here to advance position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Merlin has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Turturro! Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (0) vs (6) Merlin
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.
Merlin controlling from mount.
Turturro is trying desperately to improve position.#T1#
Merlin controlling from mount.
Turturro is squirming around, avoiding Merlin's attempts to control the action.
Merlin tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Turturro sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T2#
Merlin controlling the pace. #SUB#
Turturro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T3#
Turturro won't allow Merlin to pass to mount.
Turturro is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Merlin jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (9) Merlin
Merlin trying to control the position but Turturro is working away.
Turturro tries to bench press Merlin off him but Merlin keeps the position.
Turturro manages to get back to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Turturro manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Turturro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Merlin is one step ahead there.
Turturro will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T4#
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Turturro has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Merlin is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Turturro. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (12) Merlin#SUB2#
Merlin wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Turturro, who protects the arm well.
Turturro wants to control but Merlin postures up.#T5#
Turturro is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Turturro regains half guard.
Merlin trying to control the pace.
Turturro tries to roll over but Merlin keeps him under control.#T6##SUB#
Turturro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.
Merlin performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Turturro regains full guard. Nicely done.
Turturro is trying to control the position but Merlin postures up. #T7#
Merlin trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
We've been hearing good reports from Turturro'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.#SUB#
Turturro is looking for a triangle but Merlin pushes his legs off easily.
My spies in KFA inform me that Merlin has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Turturro looking to control.
#SUB#
Turturro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Merlin sitting in guard here, content to control.
Turturro is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Merlin slips nicely into half guard.#T8#
Merlin works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (15) Merlin
Turturro keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Turturro tries to hold on but Merlin postures up.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T9#
Merlin can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Turturro is looking to escape. #T10#
Turturro is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T11#
Merlin controlling from mount.
Turturro bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (15) Merlin
Turturro works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Turturro is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Merlin is just riding it out for now. Turturro eventually gives up the hold.
Merlin slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T12#
Turturro trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Merlin manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (17) Merlin#SUB#
Turturro has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Merlin is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Turturro. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (2) vs (20) Merlin
Turturro tries to buck Merlin off but Merlin is having none of it.
Turturro tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Merlin presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (2) vs (22) Merlin#T13#
Turturro manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Merlin trying to control from half guard but Turturro is working away.
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Merlin not doing much here.
Merlin seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Turturro does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T14##SUB2#
Merlin is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Turturro has managed to free his arm - good work.
Turturro tries to roll over but Merlin keeps him under control.
Still in half guard, Merlin seems content to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Merlin wins on points by 22 to 2.
Xavier Merlin decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
WP 9
Date: May 21, 2023 |
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 24 wins and 32 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 19 losses; Volodymyr Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Dean Styles, Russell Pearce and Lou da Vinci.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Turturro throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kersikov's waist but Kersikov gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Turturro off to one side. #TD2#
Turturro gets caught flat footed, as Kersikov shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Kersikov#SUB#
Kersikov avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Kersikov from controlling successfully.
Turturro wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kersikov stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
We've been hearing good reports from Turturro'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.#SUB#
Turturro escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kersikov gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T1#
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kersikov must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Turturro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Kersikov is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Turturro looking for a guillotine here but Kersikov defends easily.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Turturro tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
Kersikov 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. #SUB#
Turturro is looking for a triangle but Kersikov pushes his legs off easily.
Turturro wants to sweep here but Kersikov controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Kersikov's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Kersikov trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Kersikov controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #SUB#
Turturro is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T4##SUB#
Kersikov got a little sloppy there for a moment and Turturro has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Kersikov has managed to get both his arms back between Turturro's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Turturro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Kersikov looking to pass the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kersikov trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T5#
Turturro looking to control but Kersikov passes into half guard.
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kersikov controlling the action here. #T6#
Turturro is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Turturro.#SUB#
Turturro looking for a guillotine here but Kersikov defends easily.
Kersikov passes Turturro's left leg - he's now in half guard. #T7#
Kersikov wants to pass to mount but Turturro is defending the position. #SUB#
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kersikov content to control rather than advance.
Turturro is staying active underneath Kersikov, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T8#
Turturro trying to control here.
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Turturro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T9##SUB#
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Well, if Kersikov is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Kersikov is pressing down on Turturro's thigh, looking to free his foot. Turturro is holding on for now. #T10#
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Kersikov is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Kersikov with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Kersikov is thwarting Turturro's attempts to control the position.
Kersikov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T11#
Turturro trying to control here.
Kersikov trying to mount his opponent but Turturro defends it.
Turturro trying to control but Kersikov postures up.
Turturro is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Kersikov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Kersikov's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Turturro (4) vs (2) Kersikov#SUB#
Turturro is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Kersikov defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #T12##SUB#
Turturro is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Kersikov has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB#
Kersikov preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Turturro.
I really don't envy Kersikov right now.
#SUB#
Turturro looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB#
Kersikov preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Turturro. #T13##SUB#
Turturro has his arm under Kersikov's chin here. Game over son! Turturro squeezes tightly and Kersikov is forced to tap out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:28 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Billy Turturro!
Our winner, Billy Turturro, 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:
WP 8
Date: May 14, 2023 |
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 24 wins and 19 losses; Jackson Ramirez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 31 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Robert Douchet and Dillan Fox.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Turturro shoots in for a double leg but Ramirez sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Turturro wants to clinch.
Ramirez goes for a double leg but Turturro avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Turturro continues to drive forward.#TD#
Ramirez jumps guard and drags Turturro to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Turturro advances to half guard.
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Ramirez is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ramirez is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at KFA that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Turturro trying to mount his opponent but Ramirez defends it. #SUB2#
Turturro is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ramirez doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Turturro.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ramirez is not content to let Turturro control the position.
Ramirez might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T1##SUB2#
Turturro is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ramirez has managed to free his arm - good work.
Turturro is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Ramirez keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro preventing the sweep. #T2#
Turturro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Turturro is still trying to improve position.
Turturro trying to control but Ramirez is working from the bottom.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Ramirez is keeping the position.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Ramirez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro looking to pass the guard. #T3#
Ramirez can't keep his opponent in guard - Turturro advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Turturro is trying to work for a kimura but Ramirez is defending well.
#SUB2#
Turturro is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Ramirez doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Turturro. #T4#
Ramirez is looking for a sweep. Turturro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Turturro is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ramirez is just riding it out for now. Turturro eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Ramirez defends it well. #T5##SUB2#
Turturro is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Turturro wants to pass to mount but Ramirez is defending the position.
Turturro has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (0) vs (3) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now Ramirez is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (2) vs (3) Turturro#T6#
Turturro wants to sweep here but Ramirez controlling him for the moment.
Ramirez wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Ramirez looking to pass the guard.
Turturro looking to control.
#T7#
Ramirez tries to free his leg and advance position but Turturro is retaining full guard.
Ramirez showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Turturro is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Turturro had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ramirez defends it easily.#T8##SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Ramirez passes into half guard.
Ramirez is taking a breather. Turturro 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.
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T9#
Ramirez trying to mount his opponent but Turturro defends it.
Turturro works his way to full guard. Good work.
Ramirez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now.
Ramirez wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving. #T10#
Turturro wants to hit a sweep here but Ramirez passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Turturro there! Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (5) vs (3) Turturro
Turturro is trying desperately to improve position.
Turturro tries to improve his position but instead Ramirez has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ramirez (8) vs (3) Turturro#T11#
Turturro tries to escape the position.
Ramirez has good solid back control here.
Turturro tries to escape the position.
Ramirez has good solid back control here.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Ramirez's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
#T12#
Turturro is really stuck here.
Turturro trying to control the hands but Ramirez won't let him.
I really don't envy Turturro right now.
#T13#
Ramirez trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Turturro doesn't escape.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Turturro tries to roll but Ramirez sticks to his back.
#T14#
Turturro trying to control the position but Ramirez manages to sink in the hooks.
Turturro is trying to break free.
What can Turturro do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Ramirez takes the fight on points by 8 to 3.
Jackson Ramirez very nearly forgot to thank Threads of Fate amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
WP 6
Date: May 07, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 13 losses; Strega Notturna! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 31 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Russell Pearce, Bruno Lombardi and David Schapiro.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Turturro closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Notturna (0) vs (2) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura here.
Notturna is not content to let Turturro control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Notturna looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Notturna looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Notturna'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.
Turturro is trying to control the action in half guard but Notturna is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Notturna tries to roll over but Turturro keeps him under control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Turturro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Notturna sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Notturna looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Notturna is defending against the submission attempts here by Turturro.
#T1#
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Notturna is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Turturro wants to work for an arm triangle but Notturna is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Notturna is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Turturro pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Notturna defends it well. #SUB#
Notturna looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Turturro is looking for a kimura here.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Turturro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Notturna sees it coming and defends easily.#T2#
Notturna gets full guard.
Turturro passes Notturna's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Notturna is trying to get back to full guard.
Turturro wants to pass to mount but Notturna is defending the position.
Notturna is staying active underneath Turturro, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Turturro is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Notturna looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Notturna doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Turturro. #SUB#
Notturna looking for submissions off his back.#T3##SUB#
Notturna looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Notturna looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Turturro pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Notturna (0) vs (5) Turturro
Notturna keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Notturna is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Notturna has left one of his arms exposed and Turturro doesn't need a second invitation. He's isolated it and locked on a tight armbar. Notturna screams and taps out, obviously in a lot of pain. Hopefully there isn't permanent damage to that arm.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Billy Turturro!
Billy Turturro 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:
WP 4
Date: Apr 23, 2023 |
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 22 wins and 31 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 9 losses; Jacque Joteel!
The judges for this bout are Chris Saunders, Micheangelo Fripello and Colin Fray.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Joteel pushes Turturro up against the cage in a clinch.
Joteel looking for a takedown.
Joteel gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Turturro.
Turturro has Joteel pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Joteel manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Turturro 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.
Turturro drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Joteel gets the underhooks and prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Billy Turturro. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Turturro goes for a takedown in the clinch but Joteel prevents it.
Joteel is trying to pull guard but Turturro turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Turturro is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Joteel is defending well.#TD2#
Joteel pulls guard effortlessly.
Turturro stopping the sweep attempt from Joteel.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (3) vs (0) Joteel
Joteel gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Turturro uses his free foot to push down on Joteel's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Joteel. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (6) vs (0) Joteel#T1#
Joteel really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Joteel manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Joteel won't allow Turturro to pass to mount. #SUB#
Turturro is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Joteel is looking for a sweep. Turturro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Turturro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Joteel is pressing down on Turturro's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T2#
Joteel wants to control but Turturro passes easily into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Joteel is defending against the submission attempts here by Turturro.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Joteel wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
#SUB#
Turturro is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Joteel doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Turturro.
Joteel manages to get to full guard.
Turturro looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Turturro will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T3#
Turturro trying to control but Joteel is working from the bottom.
Joteel really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Turturro. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB2#
Turturro avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Joteel controls Turturro momentarily but Turturro frees himself. #T4#
Turturro trying to control but Joteel is working from the bottom.
Joteel bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Turturro's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (6) vs (2) Joteel#SUB#
Turturro is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Joteel defends well.
Turturro looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #SUB#
Turturro is looking for a triangle but Joteel pushes his legs off easily.
#T5#
Joteel is stalling in the full guard.
Joteel wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Joteel sitting in guard here, content to control.
Turturro trying to keep a closed guard but Joteel is proving a slippery customer.
Joteel controlling from the top position.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Joteel from controlling successfully. #T6#
Joteel is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Joteel stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Joteel wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Joteel showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Joteel wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving. #T7#
Joteel preventing the sweep.
Turturro bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Joteel's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (8) vs (2) Joteel
Turturro slips nicely into half guard.
Joteel wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
Joteel wants to control but Turturro is keeping busy.
Turturro moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (11) vs (2) Joteel#SUB#
Turturro thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
You can see the frustration on Joteel's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T8#
Joteel is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Turturro tries for a kimura but Joteel is defending well. #SUB#
Turturro is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Joteel is trying to escape and Turturro transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Joteel is forced to tap! Nice work there by Turturro! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Billy Turturro!
During a confident post fight interview, Billy Turturro thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WP 3
Date: Apr 16, 2023 |
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 21 wins and 18 losses; Jackson Ramirez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 30 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Roger Salmon, Chris Saunders and Ryoma Takatsuka.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Nice sprawl there from Ramirez as Turturro shoots in.#TD#
Ramirez closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Ramirez lands in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ramirez (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro wants to sweep but no luck.
Ramirez 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.
Turturro wants to improve his position but instead Ramirez has moved into half guard.
#SUB2#
Ramirez moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Turturro. Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (5) vs (0) Turturro
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro is looking to reverse the position.#T1#
Turturro wants to control but Ramirez postures up.
Turturro is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Ramirez content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T2#
Turturro is looking to regain half guard here but Ramirez keeps moving and retains side control.
Turturro is trying to control Ramirez's posture but Ramirez avoids it.
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard.#T3#
Turturro sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Turturro wants to improve his position but Ramirez is controlling well.
Turturro is looking to get back to full guard here but Ramirez has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (8) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Ramirez has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ramirez (10) vs (0) Turturro#T4#
Turturro is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Ramirez controlling his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro wants to hold on but Ramirez pushes him away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Ramirez haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Ramirez controlling from mount. #T5#
Turturro is looking to improve his position but Ramirez isn't that keen on the idea.
Ramirez controlling the pace for now.
Turturro bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (10) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro won't allow Ramirez to sweep him here.
Turturro looking to pass the guard. #T6#
Turturro keeps trying to improve his position.
Turturro trying to control but Ramirez is working from the bottom.
Turturro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ramirez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Ramirez keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Turturro drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Ramirez manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Turturro has Ramirez in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (12) vs (2) Turturro#T7##SUB2#
Turturro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ramirez tries to free his leg and advance position but Turturro is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Turturro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T8#
Ramirez is stalling in the full guard.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Ramirez from controlling successfully.
Ramirez controls from within his opponent's guard.
Turturro is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T9#
Turturro is adopting a defensive guard.
Turturro keeping full guard, as Ramirez tries to pass.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Ramirez from controlling successfully.
Turturro wants to sweep here but Ramirez controlling him for the moment. #T10#
Turturro is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB2#
Turturro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ramirez doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ramirez manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Ramirez wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving. #SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a triangle but Ramirez pushes his legs off easily.
#T11#
Turturro trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Ramirez trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro wants to sweep here but Ramirez controlling him for the moment.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Turturro is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (12) vs (4) Turturro
Ramirez might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T12#
Ramirez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Turturro manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (14) vs (4) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro working for a triangle but Ramirez defends it easily.
Turturro controls Ramirez momentarily but Ramirez frees himself. #T13##SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Turturro looking for a guillotine here but Ramirez defends easily.
Turturro wants to hit a sweep here but Ramirez passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Turturro there! Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (17) vs (4) Turturro
Turturro is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T14#
Turturro is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Ramirez tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Turturro is desperately trying to improve his position but Ramirez has a good base and remains in mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro regains half guard.
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Ramirez has control of the leg.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ramirez takes the fight on points by 17 to 4.
After the big win, Jackson Ramirez made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Threads of Fate and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
WPGC 3.0
Date: Apr 09, 2023 |
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 20 wins and 18 losses; Jackson Ramirez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 29 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fray, Paul Gruel and Chris Saunders.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Ramirez shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Ramirez showed some decent athleticism there. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ramirez (2) vs (0) Turturro
Ramirez prevents Turturro from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ramirez 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.
Ramirez perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T1#
Turturro manages to get to full guard.
Turturro is trying to keep Ramirez in close.
Ramirez won't allow Turturro to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Turturro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Ramirez doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Ramirez manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Turturro has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ramirez can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T2#
Turturro keeping full guard, as Ramirez tries to pass.
Ramirez forces his way into half guard.
Turturro is not content to let Ramirez control the position.
Ramirez prevents Turturro from improving his position.#T3#
Ramirez controlling the action here.
Ramirez has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T4#
Turturro is positioning himself well to prevent Ramirez advancing to mount.
Ramirez is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Turturro is controlling Ramirez's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Ramirez with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T5#
Ramirez trying to mount his opponent but Turturro defends it.
Ramirez trying to control the action but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Ramirez has control of the leg.
Turturro is trying to control but Ramirez manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (5) vs (0) Turturro#T6#
Turturro is trying desperately to improve position.
Turturro is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T7#
Turturro is squirming around, avoiding Ramirez's attempts to control the action.
Ramirez sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T8#
Turturro wants to control but Ramirez is having none of it.
Ramirez content just to control the position here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro working to try and regain half guard.
Turturro regains half guard.#T9#
Ramirez trying to control from Turturro's half guard. Turturro has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Turturro looking to control.
Ramirez stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Turturro is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (5) vs (2) Turturro
Ramirez keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass. #T10#
Turturro preventing the sweep.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Ramirez keeps moving.
Ramirez might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Turturro drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Ramirez manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Turturro has Ramirez in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (7) vs (2) Turturro
Ramirez won't allow Turturro to sweep him here. #T11#
Turturro keeps trying to improve his position.
Turturro is trying to control the position but Ramirez postures up.
Turturro tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Ramirez got a little sloppy there for a moment and Turturro has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ramirez has managed to get both his arms back between Turturro's legs - danger averted.
Ramirez's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T12#
Ramirez wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.
Turturro has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Ramirez has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ramirez (10) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro is looking for a sweep.
Ramirez takes a little break here. Turturro wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Turturro trying to control but Ramirez flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ramirez (13) vs (2) Turturro#T13#
Ramirez gets his hands free as Turturro looks to control.
Turturro wants to escape the position.
Ramirez controls the action.
Turturro tries to escape the position.
Turturro is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Ramirez.
#T14#
Turturro manages to reverse the position and now he's in Ramirez's guard. Nice work there by Turturro.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ramirez (13) vs (4) Turturro
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro tries to free his leg and advance position but Ramirez is retaining full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ramirez takes the fight on points by 13 to 4.
Jackson Ramirez took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Threads of Fate for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
WPGC 2.0
Date: Apr 02, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 63 wins and 49 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 28 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Colin Fray, Micheangelo Fripello and Ryoma Takatsuka.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Sparxx fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Turturro to the ground. Sparxx is now in Turturro's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (0) Turturro
Sparxx trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sparxx passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (5) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Sparxx perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #SUB2#
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Sparxx in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Turturro tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Sparxx!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:52 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Tyrone Sparxx!
Tyrone Sparxx was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed. |
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Event:
CWC 346
Date: Mar 19, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 17 losses; Cyrus Ozymandias! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 27 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Ozymandias shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Turturro tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Ozymandias fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Ozymandias closes the distance and clinches up with Turturro, looking for a takedown. Ozymandias pushes Turturro against the cage but Turturro circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Cyrus Ozymandias. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Turturro closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ozymandias (0) vs (4) Turturro
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ozymandias keeps working. #SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ozymandias has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB2#
Turturro thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
You can see the frustration on Ozymandias's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Turturro is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ozymandias knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Ozymandias's coaches at Silverback MMA have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ozymandias has escaped the position, nice work there. #T1##SUB2#
Turturro looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Ozymandias is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Turturro's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Ozymandias is not content to let Turturro control the position.
Ozymandias keeping hold of Turturro's head, controlling as best he can. #SUB2#
Ozymandias is defending against the submission attempts here by Turturro.
Ozymandias is controlling Turturro's trapped leg to prevent Turturro from advancing to side control.#T2##SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura but Ozymandias is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Turturro to get the leverage.
Ozymandias gets full guard.
Turturro controls from within his opponent's guard.
Turturro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Ozymandias swivels though and keeps the full guard.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Ozymandias pulls Turturro in close to his closed guard and prevents Turturro from doing any damage or advancing position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro pushes down on Ozymandias's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T3##SUB2#
Turturro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Ozymandias controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #SUB2#
Turturro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Ozymandias sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Turturro is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Ozymandias is defending against the submission attempts here by Turturro.
#T4##SUB2#
Turturro is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ozymandias is just riding it out for now. Turturro eventually gives up the hold.
Ozymandias is trying to control but can't.
Ozymandias won't allow Turturro to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Ozymandias is defending against the submission attempts here by Turturro.
Turturro trying to pass the guard but Ozymandias defending well.
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ozymandias keeps working. #T5#
Ozymandias works his way to full guard. Good work.
Turturro won't allow Ozymandias to sweep him here.
Ozymandias wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Ozymandias seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Ozymandias looking to hit a scissor sweep but Turturro is one step ahead there.
Ozymandias is working hard here to advance position.
Turturro looking to pass the guard. #T6#
Turturro 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.
Ozymandias is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Turturro is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Ozymandias has control of Turturro's left arm, preventing Turturro from doing any damage.
Ozymandias wants to sweep here but Turturro controlling him for the moment.
Ozymandias keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Ozymandias is pulling down on Turturro's head. It's preventing any offense from Turturro, at least for the moment.#T7#
Ozymandias wants to sweep here but Turturro controlling him for the moment.
Ozymandias bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Turturro's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ozymandias (2) vs (4) Turturro
Ozymandias is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Turturro had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Ozymandias defends it easily.
Ozymandias trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ozymandias trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T8#
Ozymandias slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Ozymandias trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a triangle but Ozymandias pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Turturro has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Ozymandias can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Ozymandias controlling from the top position. #SUB2#
Turturro is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Ozymandias is aware though and is defending well.#T9#
Ozymandias controls from within his opponent's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ozymandias wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Ozymandias is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Ozymandias trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ozymandias is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Turturro managing to control the position.
Ozymandias pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now. #T10#
Ozymandias slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Ozymandias (5) vs (4) Turturro
Ozymandias content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Ozymandias has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Turturro is looking to regain half guard here but Ozymandias keeps moving and retains side control.
Turturro is not content to let Ozymandias control the position.
Turturro is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T11#
Ozymandias is looking to take a break and control but Turturro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ozymandias just content to control the position.
Ozymandias's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Ozymandias's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Turturro has his hands clasped together around Ozymandias's back. He's all about the action.#T12#
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
Ozymandias is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Turturro gets back to full guard.
Ozymandias is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Turturro wants to sweep here but Ozymandias controlling him for the moment. #T13#
Turturro controls Ozymandias momentarily but Ozymandias frees himself.
Ozymandias 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.
Ozymandias seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.
Turturro controls Ozymandias momentarily but Ozymandias frees himself.
Ozymandias advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ozymandias (8) vs (4) Turturro#T14#
A lull in the action here as Ozymandias stalls from top position.
Turturro wants to control but Ozymandias postures up.
Turturro trying to remain calm as Ozymandias controls from the top position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro is trying to control Ozymandias's posture but Ozymandias avoids it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ozymandias takes the fight on points by 8 to 4.
Cyrus Ozymandias 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:
CWC 343
Date: Mar 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 27 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 11 losses; Patty O Reilly!
The judges for this bout are Micheangelo Fripello, Josh West and Colin Fray.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
O Reilly shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Turturro defends it nicely.
Turturro 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.#TD2#
O Reilly shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Turturro napping and manages to drive through into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Turturro (0) vs (4) O Reilly
Turturro wants to control but O Reilly postures up.
O Reilly tries to advance to mount but can't.
Turturro is looking for a sweep.
O Reilly is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Turturro will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T1#
Turturro struggling a bit here.
O Reilly staying calm.
O Reilly wants to control but Turturro is keeping him busy.
O Reilly just content to control the position.
O Reilly is looking to take a break and control but Turturro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Turturro is trying to control O Reilly's posture but O Reilly avoids it. #T2#
Turturro tries to improve position but can't.
Turturro seems a little lost for a moment, as O Reilly dominates the positioning.
O Reilly's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
O Reilly wants to lay and pray for a moment but Turturro keeps working.
Turturro is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Turturro looking for a sweep but O Reilly has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (0) vs (6) O Reilly
O Reilly tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T3#
Let's hope that O Reilly has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
O Reilly can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Turturro is looking to escape.
O Reilly controlling from the full mount.
Turturro is desperately trying to improve his position but O Reilly has a good base and remains in mount.
Turturro sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Turturro manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T4#
O Reilly wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.
O Reilly wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
O Reilly sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB#
Turturro working for a triangle but O Reilly defends it easily.
Turturro trying to keep a closed guard but O Reilly is proving a slippery customer.
My spies in Silverback MMA inform me that O Reilly has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
O Reilly controlling from the top position. #T5#
Turturro looking to hit a scissor sweep but O Reilly is one step ahead there. #SUB#
Turturro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. O Reilly doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. O Reilly manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
O Reilly trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
O Reilly passes Turturro's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.
Turturro moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Turturro keeping full guard, as O Reilly tries to pass. #T6#
Turturro trying to control the position.
Turturro being controlled here, momentarily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in O Reilly's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (6) O Reilly
O Reilly keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Turturro drops back, looking for a kneebar! O Reilly looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. O Reilly looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from O Reilly! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Turturro (2) vs (10) O Reilly#T7#
Turturro is trying to improve his position.
Turturro stops O Reilly from passing to mount.
Turturro is trying to escape the position but O Reilly is controlling the position.
Turturro sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.
O Reilly works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (2) vs (13) O Reilly#T8#
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face as O Reilly controls the position.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from O Reilly.
O Reilly tries to move to mount but Turturro blocks the move with his legs.
O Reilly is looking to take a break and control but Turturro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Turturro manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (4) vs (13) O Reilly
Turturro will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
O Reilly moves into full guard.
Turturro wants to control from the top but O Reilly keeps moving.
Turturro content to stall in guard here. #T9#
Turturro being controlled here momentarily.
Turturro slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (7) vs (13) O Reilly#SUB#
Turturro is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, O Reilly has escaped the position, nice work there.
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but O Reilly is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Turturro looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T10#
Turturro trying to control the action but O Reilly is working from the bottom.
Turturro working away.
O Reilly is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Turturro is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, O Reilly has escaped the position, nice work there.
Turturro content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though. #T11##SUB#
Turturro working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
O Reilly is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Turturro wants to control but O Reilly is keeping him busy. #T12#
O Reilly sneaks back into half guard.
Turturro trying to control from half guard but O Reilly is working away.
O Reilly wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
#SUB#
Turturro is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, O Reilly has managed to free his arm - good work.
Turturro prevents O Reilly from improving his position.
O Reilly is holding on to half guard well.#T13#
Turturro is thwarting O Reilly's attempts to control the position.
Turturro prevents O Reilly from improving his position.
O Reilly is refusing to be controlled, as Turturro sits in half guard.
O Reilly tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg.
O Reilly controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
O Reilly tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg. #T14#
Turturro passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for O Reilly! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (10) vs (13) O Reilly
Turturro takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
O Reilly keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
O Reilly is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Turturro moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Turturro (13) vs (13) O Reilly
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Turturro gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Turturro takes the fight on points by 14 to 13.
Our winner, Billy Turturro, 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:
WPGC 10.5
Date: Feb 26, 2023 |
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 21 wins and 26 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 20 losses; Xavier Merlin!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Mauricio Rocha and Emerson Jorge.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Merlin drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Turturro (0) vs (4) Merlin
Turturro tries to bench press Merlin off him but Merlin keeps the position.
Merlin tries to advance to mount but Turturro denies him.
Turturro is looking to regain half guard here but Merlin keeps moving and retains side control.
Merlin controls the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Merlin wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face as Merlin controls the position. #SUB2#
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Merlin's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for Merlin! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Turturro has tapped! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Xavier Merlin!
Xavier Merlin 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:
WPGC 9.5
Date: Feb 19, 2023 |
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 20 wins and 33 losses; Ruben Gracie! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 26 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Edson Gomes and Felipe Paraventi.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Turturro has taken the fight to the clinch.
Turturro drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Gracie gets the underhooks and prevents it.
#TD2#
Turturro lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gracie (0) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro pushes down on Gracie's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Turturro wants to control but Gracie is keeping him busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gracie is trying to maintain the position but Turturro is very close to passing his half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gracie regains full guard. Nicely done.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro content to stall in guard here.
Turturro looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Turturro pushes down on Gracie's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Turturro trying to control the action but Gracie is working from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Gracie'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.#SUB#
Gracie is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Turturro pulls his head out easily.
Gracie is staying active underneath Turturro, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Gracie manages to get to full guard.
#T2#
Gracie can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Turturro controls the pace.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Gracie keeps moving. #SUB#
Gracie is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Gracie has his foot on Turturro's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Turturro works his way back into a safe position though.
Turturro looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Gracie looking to control.
Turturro must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#T3#
Turturro is stalling in the full guard.
Gracie is trying to keep Turturro in close.
Turturro not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Gracie escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Turturro gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T4#
Turturro sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Gracie's guard.
Turturro looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Turturro in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Turturro seems to be looking for submissions.
Gracie moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T5#
Turturro controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Turturro slips nicely into half guard.
Turturro is trying to control the action in half guard but Gracie is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Gracie is controlling Turturro's trapped leg to prevent Turturro from advancing to side control.
Gracie wants to get back to full guard.#T6#
Turturro trying to control from half guard but Gracie is working away.
Turturro with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Turturro is thwarting Gracie's attempts to control the position.
Turturro is looking to stall here but Gracie recovers full guard. #SUB#
Gracie looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Turturro has picked Gracie up and slammed him! Gracie can't keep hold of the triangle and Turturro manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (0) vs (5) Turturro#T7#
Gracie is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Turturro off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Gracie (4) vs (5) Turturro
Turturro rolls, trying to escape but Gracie keeps control of the position.
A lull in the action here.
Gracie controlling from the back.
Gracie controlling well, preventing Turturro from escaping the position.
Turturro trying to control the hands but Gracie won't let him.
Turturro might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Gracie haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T8#
Turturro is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Gracie is staying active.#SUB#
Gracie looking for the choke but no joy.
Turturro trying to control but not successfully. #T9##SUB#
Turturro defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
#SUB#
Gracie is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Turturro has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Turturro manages to reverse the position and now he's in Gracie's guard. Nice work there by Turturro.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (4) vs (7) Turturro#T10#
Turturro engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB#
Gracie is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Turturro tries to free his leg and advance position but Gracie is retaining full guard.
Turturro looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Turturro trying to control but Gracie is working from the bottom. #T11#
Turturro is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
Gracie working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Turturro doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Turturro manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T12#
Turturro content to stall in guard here.
Gracie wants to control the position but Turturro says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Turturro looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Gracie is refusing to be controlled, as Turturro sits in half guard. #T13#
Gracie wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
Gracie wants to control but Turturro is keeping busy.
Gracie tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg. #T14##SUB2#
Turturro seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Turturro wants to work for an arm triangle but Gracie is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Turturro is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Gracie desperately trying to maintain half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 7 to 4.
Billy Turturro 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:
WPGC 8.5
Date: Feb 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 28 losses; Bart Cubbedge ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 25 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Emerson Jorge and Paulo Santos.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Cubbedge looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.#CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Turturro goes for a takedown attempt but Cubbedge pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL#
Cubbedge rushes Turturro and presses him up against the ropes.
Cubbedge changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Turturro fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Turturro fails with an attempt to clinch.
#CL#
Cubbedge has taken the fight to the clinch.
#TD#
Cubbedge turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Cubbedge (4) vs (0) Turturro
Cubbedge wants to lay and pray for a moment but Turturro keeps working.
Turturro tries to buck Cubbedge off but Cubbedge is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T1#
Turturro is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Turturro is trying to control Cubbedge 's posture but Cubbedge avoids it.
Cubbedge has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB#
Cubbedge is trying to get an arm triangle but Turturro is defending well.
Cubbedge tries to advance to mount but Turturro denies him. #SUB#
Cubbedge is trying to get an arm triangle but Turturro is defending well.
Turturro is looking to reverse the position.#T2#
Cubbedge controls the position. #SUB#
Cubbedge working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Cubbedge tries to move to mount but Turturro blocks the move with his legs.
Turturro is trying to control Cubbedge 's posture but Cubbedge avoids it. #SUB#
Turturro wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Cubbedge has ideas of his own. He's got hold of Turturro's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! Turturro is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Cubbedge !
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Bart Cubbedge !
After the fight, Bart Cubbedge was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly. |
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Event:
WPGC 7.5
Date: Feb 05, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Gotan Wasselach! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 24 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Micheangelo Fripello, Roger Salmon and Ryoma Takatsuka.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Wasselach looks for a takedown but Turturro sprawls well.
Turturro wants to clinch.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Turturro.
Wasselach fails with a takedown attempt.
Turturro leaves Wasselach with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Gotan Wasselach. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Wasselach closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Wasselach (4) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro struggling a bit here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro is looking to regain half guard here but Wasselach keeps moving and retains side control.
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T1#
Turturro prevents Wasselach from moving into mount.
Wasselach is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Turturro will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Wasselach seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.
Wasselach working away.
Turturro manages to work his way to half guard, despite Wasselach's best efforts.
Still in half guard, Wasselach seems content to control.
The fighters are battling for position here. Turturro manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Turturro can't keep his opponent in guard - Wasselach advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Wasselach controlling the pace. #T2#
Wasselach is trying to control the action in half guard but Turturro is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard but Wasselach has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Wasselach (7) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is working to get back to half guard.
Turturro wants to control but Wasselach is having none of it.
Turturro is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T3#
Turturro tries to lock up and control but Wasselach gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
We've been hearing good reports from Wasselach'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.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Wasselach controlling the pace for now.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Turturro is looking to improve his position but Wasselach isn't that keen on the idea.
Turturro is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T4#
Wasselach trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Turturro prevents Wasselach from taking his back.
Turturro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Wasselach controlling the position easily from mount.
Turturro is desperately trying to improve his position but Wasselach has a good base and remains in mount.#T5#
Wasselach sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Turturro is looking to get to half guard.
Turturro is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Wasselach pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Wasselach tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T6#
Turturro is working to get back to half guard.
Turturro wants to hold on but Wasselach pushes him away.
Turturro is wriggling around trying to escape.
Wasselach controlling from the full mount.
Turturro is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Turturro is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T7#
Turturro manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Turturro trying to hold on to Wasselach's head to control him but Wasselach postures up.
Wasselach is trying to control the action in half guard but Turturro is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Turturro is looking to control Wasselach's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?
Turturro is looking to get back to full guard here but Wasselach has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Wasselach (10) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is trying to improve his position.#T8#
Turturro wants to control but Wasselach postures up.
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard.
A lull in the action here.
Turturro is trying to control Wasselach's posture but Wasselach avoids it. #T9#
Turturro tries to buck Wasselach off but Wasselach is having none of it.
Wasselach has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Turturro! Score +2 for reaching mount: Wasselach (12) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is trying to escape the mount.
Wasselach tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Turturro is trying to escape the mount but Wasselach keeps good control and instead manages to take Turturro's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Wasselach (15) vs (0) Turturro#T10#
Wasselach has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Turturro's body.
Turturro trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Wasselach trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Turturro doesn't escape.
Turturro turns into Wasselach and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Wasselach (15) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro trying to control but Wasselach is working from the bottom.
Turturro is looking to advance position but Wasselach has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Wasselach (19) vs (2) Turturro#T11#
Turturro is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Wasselach controlling his opponent.
Turturro manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Wasselach perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
Wasselach is thwarting Turturro's attempts to control the position.#T12#
Turturro manages to get to full guard.
Turturro working a defensive guard but Wasselach manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Wasselach (22) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard.
Wasselach working away.#T13#
Wasselach taking a breather here.
Turturro is trying to improve his position.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Turturro is trying to improve his position.#T14#
Turturro sneaks back into half guard.
Wasselach is looking to take a break and control but Turturro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard but Wasselach has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Wasselach (25) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Wasselach is looking to take a break and control but Turturro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wasselach slows the pace down in half guard.
Turturro is trying to get back to full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Wasselach takes the fight on points by 25 to 2.
A victorious Gotan Wasselach thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
WPGC 6.5
Date: Jan 29, 2023 |
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 20 wins and 30 losses; Ruben Gracie! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 24 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Leandro Rodrigues and Edson Gomes.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Gracie fails with the takedown.
Gracie displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Turturro.
Billy Turturro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Turturro stuffs the takedown attempt from Gracie. Gracie gets slowly back to his feet. #CL2#
Turturro darts in and clinches Gracie up against the ropes.#TD2#
Turturro manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Turturro trying to keep a closed guard but Gracie is proving a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Gracie has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Turturro looking to control.
#T1#
Turturro is adopting a defensive guard.#SUB2#
Turturro has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gracie can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Turturro is pulling down on Gracie's head. It's preventing any offense from Gracie, at least for the moment.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Turturro wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Gracie is now in half guard. #SUB2#
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T2#
Turturro trying to control here.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Gracie is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Turturro defends it well.
Turturro trying to control from the bottom.
Gracie controlling the action here.
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Turturro regains full guard. Nicely done.
Gracie trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Turturro lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (0) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Turturro must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Gracie keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass. #T4#
Turturro is looking to advance position but Gracie has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Gracie (4) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro wants to control but Gracie is having none of it.
Gracie wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Gracie looking to control but Turturro is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T5##SUB#
Gracie working for a guillotine from mount but Turturro is in no mood to give up.
Gracie wants to take Turturro's back here but Turturro is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Turturro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Turturro tries to hold on but Gracie pushes him away.
Turturro is looking to get to half guard.#SUB#
Gracie with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#T6##SUB#
Gracie is working for a guillotine from mount but Turturro frees his head quite easily.
Gracie wants to take Turturro's back but he can't do it this time.
Turturro is working to get back to half guard.
Gracie moves to his opponent's back but Turturro bucks him off and ends up in guard. A bit of a disaster there for Gracie. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracie (4) vs (4) Turturro#SUB#
Gracie working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Turturro doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Turturro manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T7#
Turturro tries to free his leg and advance position but Gracie is retaining full guard.
Turturro trying to control but Gracie is working from the bottom.
Turturro sitting in guard here, content to control.
Gracie wants to control but Turturro passes easily into half guard.
#T8#
Gracie moves into full guard.
Gracie is trying to keep Turturro in close.
#SUB#
Gracie has an active guard here but Turturro has managed to pass into half guard.
#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Turturro is trying to work for a kimura but Gracie is defending well.
#T9#
Turturro is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Gracie! Score +3 for passing guard: Gracie (4) vs (7) Turturro
Gracie is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Gracie is squirming around, avoiding Turturro's attempts to control the action. #T10#
Turturro sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T11#
Gracie is trying to escape the mount.
Turturro looking to control but Gracie is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T12#
Gracie sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Gracie tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg.
Turturro is taking a breather. Gracie 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#
Turturro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Turturro content to control rather than advance. #T13#
Gracie wants to control but Turturro is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Turturro is trying to control. Gracie wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Gracie wants to get back to full guard.
Gracie is looking to control Turturro's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Gracie avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Turturro 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.
#T14#
Turturro seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Gracie does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Gracie is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Turturro pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Turturro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Gracie sees it coming and defends easily.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 7 to 4.
During a confident post fight interview, Billy Turturro thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
WPGC 5
Date: Jan 22, 2023 |
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 12 wins and 3 losses; Bob Le Boulder! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 23 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Ian Loll and William Peck.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Turturro.
Le Boulder drops down looking for a counter takedown but Turturro sprawls and moves away.
Le Boulder tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Turturro swivels and escapes.
Le Boulder shoots in looking for a takedown but Turturro manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Le Boulder's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Turturro looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Le Boulder fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Turturro avoids it really well and circles away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bob Le Boulder. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Le Boulder manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Turturro on his heels. He'll look to pass Turturro's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Le Boulder (2) vs (0) Turturro
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro is adopting a defensive guard.
Le Boulder controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1##SUB2#
Turturro is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Le Boulder is aware though and is defending well.
Turturro is controlling Le Boulder's posture.
Le Boulder looking to pass the guard.
Turturro manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Le Boulder manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Le Boulder (2) vs (2) Turturro
Le Boulder working a defensive guard here.
Turturro trying to control but Le Boulder is working from the bottom.
Le Boulder keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass. #T2#
Le Boulder looking to control.
Le Boulder has his hands on Turturro's head, controlling the position.
Turturro won't allow Le Boulder to sweep him here.
Le Boulder controlling the position.
Le Boulder trying to keep a closed guard but Turturro is proving a slippery customer.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Le Boulder is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Le Boulder seems keen to control Turturro's posture.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Le Boulder is keeping the position.
Le Boulder wants to control but Turturro passes easily into half guard.
#T3#
Le Boulder is looking for a sweep. Turturro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Le Boulder doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Turturro.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Le Boulder is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Turturro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Turturro is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Turturro is thwarting Le Boulder's attempts to control the position.#T4#
Le Boulder keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Le Boulder tries to roll over but Turturro keeps him under control.
Le Boulder manages to get to full guard.
Turturro trying to control but Le Boulder is working from the bottom.
Turturro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Le Boulder keeps moving.
Le Boulder is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Canucks Combat Club that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Turturro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T5#
Le Boulder pulls Turturro in to control the position.
Le Boulder looking to control.
Turturro won't allow Le Boulder to sweep him here.
Turturro is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Turturro stopping the sweep attempt from Le Boulder.
Le Boulder is looking to sweep but instead, Turturro has passed into half guard.
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Le Boulder is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Le Boulder slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Le Boulder keeps moving.
Le Boulder lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Le Boulder (4) vs (2) Turturro#T6#
Le Boulder 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.
Le Boulder wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.
Turturro working a defensive guard here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T7#
Le Boulder passes Turturro's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Le Boulder wants to free his trapped foot but Turturro is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Le Boulder controlling the action here.#SUB2#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.
Le Boulder controlling the action here. #T8#
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Le Boulder has control of the leg.
Le Boulder seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Turturro does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Turturro trying to hold on to Le Boulder's head to control him but Le Boulder postures up.
#T9#
Still in half guard, Le Boulder seems content to control.
Le Boulder moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Le Boulder (7) vs (2) Turturro
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Turturro is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Le Boulder trying to control the action but Turturro is working from the bottom. #T10#
Turturro is trying to control Le Boulder's posture but Le Boulder avoids it.
Turturro manages to work his way to half guard, despite Le Boulder's best efforts.
Le Boulder wants to pass the guard but Turturro is defending well.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.
Le Boulder is looking to advance position but Turturro won't allow it. #T11#
Turturro tries to roll over but Le Boulder keeps him under control.
Le Boulder with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB#
Le Boulder is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Turturro trying to control but Le Boulder postures up.
Turturro is the more experienced fighter here and he's going to need to draw on some of that experience if he's going to pull this one out the bag.#T12#
Le Boulder is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Turturro trying to control but Le Boulder postures up.
Le Boulder takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Turturro keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Le Boulder is controlling the pace.
#T13#
Le Boulder trying to control the action but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Le Boulder has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Turturro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Le Boulder pulls his head out easily. #T14##SUB#
Le Boulder 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.
Turturro wants to improve his position but Le Boulder is controlling well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Le Boulder takes the fight on points by 7 to 2.
A relieved looking Bob Le Boulder 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:
WPGC 4.6
Date: Jan 15, 2023 |
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 3 losses; Nick Rodriquez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 22 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Felipe Paraventi and Matheus Silva.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Turturro gets caught flat footed, as Rodriquez shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is trying to control the position but Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving. #SUB2#
Turturro is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Rodriquez 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.
Rodriquez 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.
Turturro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rodriquez is one step ahead there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now.
Rodriquez is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T1#
Rodriquez trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Turturro is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Rodriquez is aware though and is defending well.
Turturro working a defensive guard but Rodriquez passes into half guard.
Turturro won't allow Rodriquez to pass to mount.
Still in half guard, Rodriquez seems content to control.
Turturro trying to control but Rodriquez postures up.
#T2#
Turturro is refusing to be controlled, as Rodriquez sits in half guard.
Turturro is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Rodriquez's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Rodriquez's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (2) vs (4) Turturro#SUB2#
Rodriquez is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Rodriquez trying to control but not successfully. #SUB2#
Turturro working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Turturro doesn't have the hooks in and Rodriquez manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (4) vs (4) Turturro#T3#
Rodriquez is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
Turturro seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T4#
Rodriquez pushes down on Turturro's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Well, if Rodriquez is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Turturro is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Rodriquez jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (4) Turturro
Turturro is trying to escape the position but Rodriquez is controlling the position.
Turturro is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Rodriquez seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Turturro does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB#
Rodriquez is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Turturro won't allow Rodriquez to pass to mount. #T5#
Rodriquez is trying to control the action in half guard but Turturro is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Turturro works his way to full guard. Good work.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Turturro is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving. #SUB2#
Rodriquez avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Rodriquez wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving. #T6#
Rodriquez engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
Turturro has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Rodriquez can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez is fighting to break Turturro's control of his arms but Turturro is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T7##SUB2#
Turturro has his foot on Rodriquez's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rodriquez works his way back into a safe position though.
Rodriquez wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.
Rodriquez is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Rodriquez seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.
Rodriquez looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Turturro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Turturro looking for subs off his back but Rodriquez has passed one foot through into half guard.
#T8#
Turturro won't allow Rodriquez to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back.
Turturro regains full guard. Nicely done.
Rodriquez is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Rodriquez trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T9#
Rodriquez is pushing down on Turturro's leg trying to pass to half guard. Turturro is fighting to maintain full guard but Rodriquez has managed to sneak the leg through.
Rodriquez sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Rodriquez is stalling here. Turturro is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Rodriquez seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Turturro has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Rodriquez (7) vs (8) Turturro
Rodriquez can't do much from the bottom here.
Rodriquez gets back to half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T10#
The fighters are battling for position here. Rodriquez manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Rodriquez controls Turturro momentarily but Turturro frees himself.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Rodriquez is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Rodriquez manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Turturro manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Rodriquez (9) vs (8) Turturro
Rodriquez tries to free his leg and advance position but Turturro is retaining full guard.
Turturro can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Rodriquez controls the pace.#T11##SUB2#
Turturro has his foot on Rodriquez's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Rodriquez works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
Turturro is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Rodriquez looking to pass the guard.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Rodriquez from controlling successfully.
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Turturro is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Rodriquez advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (12) vs (8) Turturro#T12#
A lull in the action here as Rodriquez stalls from top position.
Turturro prevents Rodriquez from improving position.
Rodriquez looking to control but instead Turturro has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Rodriquez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Turturro won't allow Rodriquez to pass to mount.
Rodriquez content to control rather than advance.
Rodriquez is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Turturro! Score +3 for passing guard: Rodriquez (15) vs (8) Turturro#T13#
Turturro tries to hold on but Rodriquez postures up.
Rodriquez controlling from mount.
Turturro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Rodriquez avoids the attempt from Turturro to control.
Rodriquez trying to control but Turturro is having none of it. #T14#
Turturro is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Turturro holds on to Rodriquez around his waist, trying desperately to prevent any attacks.
Rodriquez trying to control but Turturro is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez takes the fight on points by 15 to 8.
After the big win, Nick Rodriquez made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors PWNAGEâ„¢ and telling the interviewer how much he loves him. |
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Event:
WPGC 3
Date: Jan 08, 2023 |
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 10 wins and 30 losses; Arm Breaker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 22 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Breaker fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Turturro sprawls well initially but Breaker persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Breaker (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Turturro has his hands clasped together around Breaker's back. He's all about the action.#SUB#
Breaker is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Breaker is working for a submission of some sort.
Turturro is trying to maintain the position but Breaker is very close to passing his half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Turturro is defending against the submission attempts here by Breaker.
Turturro wants to control but Breaker is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T1#
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Breaker is working for a kimura but Turturro is defending it quite comfortably.
Turturro wants to control but Breaker is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB#
Breaker 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.
Breaker is thwarting Turturro's attempts to control the position.
Turturro makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Turturro.
Turturro is trying to keep Breaker in close.
#T2#
Breaker trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Turturro escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Breaker gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Turturro holds on and takes a little breather.
Turturro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Breaker is one step ahead there.
Breaker wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving. #SUB2#
Turturro has his foot on Breaker's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Breaker works his way back into a safe position though.#T3#
Breaker wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Turturro controlling Breaker's posture.
Turturro is trying to control the position but Breaker postures up.
Breaker wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.
Breaker is working hard here to advance position.
Breaker controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Breaker wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Turturro holds on and takes a little breather.
Breaker advances to half guard. #T4#
Breaker wants to take a breather but Turturro is having none of it.
Turturro wants to improve his position but Breaker is controlling well.
Turturro keeps trying to improve his position.
Breaker is trying to control the action in half guard but Turturro is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Breaker is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Turturro doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Breaker.
Turturro is pressing down on Breaker's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Turturro trying to control the position.
Breaker trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Breaker (2) vs (2) Turturro#T5#
Turturro wants to control but Breaker is keeping him busy.
Turturro takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Breaker tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg. #SUB#
Breaker looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Turturro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Breaker sees it coming and defends easily.#T6#
Turturro stalling.
Turturro is trying to control the action in half guard but Breaker is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Breaker is looking to control Turturro's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Breaker avoid being mounted?
Well, if Turturro is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#SUB2#
Turturro 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.
#T7#
Turturro wants to free his trapped foot but Breaker is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Turturro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T8#
Breaker wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Turturro controlling the pace. #SUB#
Breaker actively working from the bottom here.
Turturro is taking a breather. Breaker 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.#T9#
Turturro is thwarting Breaker's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Turturro is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Breaker keeps working.
Turturro is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T10#
Breaker is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Breaker looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Turturro is thwarting Breaker's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Turturro is working for a submission of some sort.
Breaker is trying to control but Turturro passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Breaker (2) vs (5) Turturro#T11#
The referee asks Turturro politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Turturro prefers to stall for the moment though.
Breaker tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Turturro wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Turturro tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Breaker sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T12#
Breaker regains full guard. Nicely done.
Breaker keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Turturro avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Breaker might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Breaker is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Breaker looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T13#
Turturro advances to half guard.
Turturro performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #SUB2#
Turturro wants to work for an arm triangle but Breaker is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Turturro wants to pass to mount but Breaker is defending the position.
Breaker trying to hold on to Turturro's head to control him but Turturro postures up.
#T14##SUB2#
Turturro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Turturro seems to be looking for submissions.
Breaker is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Turturro's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Turturro's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Breaker (6) vs (5) Turturro
Turturro tries to break free.
#SUB#
Breaker is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Turturro defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Breaker is trying to stick to Turturro's back but Turturro is turning into Breaker. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Breaker's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Turturro. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Breaker (6) vs (7) Turturro
Turturro content to stall in guard here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 7 to 6.
Our winner, Billy Turturro, 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:
WPGC 2
Date: Jan 01, 2023 |
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 32 wins and 27 losses; Leandro Lo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 21 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Hirohito Nitta, Ren Mimura and Shigeki Fujiwara.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Turturro closes the distance and pushes Lo back into the ropes.
Lo gets underhooks to prevent Turturro's takedown attempt.
#TD#
Lo lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lo (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is trying to control but can't.
Lo keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Turturro is looking to control Lo's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?
Turturro gets full guard.
Turturro looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Turturro working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Turturro escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Lo gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Lo is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T1#
Turturro is trying to control the position but Lo postures up.
Lo trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Turturro working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Lo has passed into half guard!
Turturro is looking to control Lo's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?
Turturro wants to control the action here but instead Lo manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Lo (5) vs (0) Turturro#T2#
Turturro tries to hold on but Lo postures up.
Turturro is squirming around, avoiding Lo's attempts to control the action.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Turturro is wriggling around trying to escape.
Lo controlling the pace for now.
Turturro stops Lo from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Turturro is desperately trying to improve his position but Lo has a good base and remains in mount.
Lo is stalling here but it's allowed Turturro to get half guard.
#T3#
Turturro trying to hold on to Lo's head to control him but Lo postures up.
#SUB2#
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lo is thwarting Turturro's attempts to control the position.
Lo is taking a breather. Turturro 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.
Turturro tries to roll over but Lo keeps him under control.
Turturro has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Lo is working away from the top position though.#T4#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.
Well, if Lo is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Turturro slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T5#
Lo not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Lo looking to pass the guard.
Turturro working a defensive guard here.
Turturro lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lo (5) vs (2) Turturro
Lo working a defensive guard here.
Lo is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lo (7) vs (2) Turturro#T6#
Lo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Turturro keeps working.
Turturro is trying to maintain the position but Lo is very close to passing his half guard.
Lo takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Turturro wants to improve his position but Lo is controlling well.
Turturro is still trying to improve position.
Turturro makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Turturro.#T7#
Lo 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.
Turturro trying to control the position.
Lo is fighting to break Turturro's control of his arms but Turturro is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Turturro looking to control.
#T8#
Turturro working a defensive guard but Lo manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Lo (10) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Lo wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Turturro keeps trying to improve his position.
Lo content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Lo wants to lay and pray for a moment but Turturro keeps working.
Turturro can't do much from the bottom here. #T9#
Lo slows the pace down.
Turturro tries to buck Lo off but Lo is having none of it.
Lo trying to control the action but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Lo working away.
Turturro is looking to regain half guard here but Lo keeps moving and retains side control. #T10#
Turturro sneaks back into half guard.
Lo is looking to advance position but Turturro won't allow it.
Lo prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Turturro controlling the position for now.
Lo looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Turturro slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T11##SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Turturro looking for subs off his back but Lo has passed one foot through into half guard.
Turturro trying to control from the bottom.
#T12#
Lo is taking a breather. Turturro 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.
Turturro is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Lo trying to mount his opponent but Turturro defends it.
Lo prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Turturro trying to control but Lo postures up.
#T13#
Lo tries to pass the half guard into mount. Turturro knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Lo is thwarting Turturro's attempts to control the position.
Turturro wants to control but Lo passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Lo (13) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro sneaks back into half guard.#T14#
Lo sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Lo has control of the leg.
Turturro gets back to full guard.
Lo postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Lo trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Lo takes the fight on points by 13 to 2. |
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Event:
WPGC 1.5
Date: Dec 25, 2022 |
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 26 wins and 32 losses; Pavel Savkov! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 20 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Ryoma Takatsuka, Micheangelo Fripello and Josh West.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Turturro has managed to clinch.
#TD#
Savkov has picked Turturro up - he's going for a ride! Savkov dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Savkov (2) vs (0) Turturro
Savkov passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Turturro! Score +3 for passing guard: Savkov (5) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is looking to improve his position but Savkov isn't that keen on the idea.
Turturro controls the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Savkov swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Turturro is now in Savkov's guard. A big mistake from Savkov there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Savkov (5) vs (2) Turturro
Savkov keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully. #T1#
Turturro passes Savkov's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Savkov wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
Turturro wants to pass to mount but Savkov is defending the position.
Savkov is looking to improve his position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Savkov actively working from the bottom here.#T2##SUB#
Savkov actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Turturro is trying to work for a kimura but Savkov is defending well.
Savkov is looking for a sweep. Turturro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are battling for position here. Savkov manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Savkov is looking for a triangle here but Turturro uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Savkov (5) vs (5) Turturro#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Turturro is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Savkov has escaped the position, nice work there. #T3##SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Savkov has escaped the position, nice work there.
Savkov might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Turturro trying to control the action but Savkov is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Turturro thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T4#
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Savkov keeps working. #SUB2#
Turturro is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Savkov is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Turturro wants to control but Savkov is keeping him busy.
Savkov sneaks back into half guard.#T5#
Savkov tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Turturro in particular looking to stall.
We've been hearing good reports from Savkov'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.
Turturro passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Savkov! Score +3 for passing guard: Savkov (5) vs (8) Turturro
Savkov is wriggling around trying to escape.
#SUB2#
Turturro jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Savkov is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Savkov and Turturro has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
#T6#
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Savkov is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Savkov tries to improve position but can't. #SUB2#
Turturro goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Savkov has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Turturro but great work by Savkov. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Savkov (9) vs (8) Turturro
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T7#
Savkov tries to advance to mount but Turturro denies him.
Savkov is looking to take a break and control but Turturro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Savkov is trying to get an arm triangle but Turturro is defending well.
Turturro tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Savkov wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T8#
Savkov working away.
Turturro manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Savkov (9) vs (10) Turturro
Savkov is staying active underneath Turturro, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Turturro is taking a breather. Savkov 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#
Turturro is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T9#
Savkov won't allow Turturro to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Turturro 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.
Savkov is not content to let Turturro control the position.#T10##SUB#
Savkov actively working from the bottom here.
Savkov makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Savkov.
Turturro 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.
Savkov has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB#
Savkov working for a triangle but Turturro defends it easily.
#T11##SUB#
Savkov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Turturro doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Turturro manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Turturro trying to control but Savkov is working from the bottom.
Turturro 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. #T12#
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Savkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Savkov keeps moving.
Turturro must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Savkov is keeping the position for now. #T13#
Turturro wants to control from the top but Savkov keeps moving.
Savkov trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Turturro thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Savkov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T14##SUB#
Savkov is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Turturro drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Savkov manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Turturro has Savkov in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Savkov (11) vs (10) Turturro
Turturro pulls Savkov in close to his closed guard and prevents Savkov from doing any damage or advancing position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Savkov takes the fight on points by 11 to 10. |
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Event:
CWC 330 - Fiso vs The Reverend
Date: Nov 13, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 19 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 6 losses; Jin Yi!
The judges for this bout are Tatsuya Matsuyama, Yukihiro Yamamoto and Shirou Masuda.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Turturro has Yi up against the cage in a clinch.
#TD#
Turturro is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Yi can't fight it off and eventually Turturro manages to take the fight to the floor. Yi looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (0) Yi
Turturro forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Yi actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Turturro 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.#SUB2#
Yi actively working from the bottom here.#T1##SUB#
Turturro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Yi sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Turturro is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Yi is just riding it out for now. Turturro eventually gives up the hold.
Yi is not content to let Turturro control the position.#T2##SUB#
Turturro wants to work for an arm triangle but Yi is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Yi gets back to full guard.
Turturro controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Yi is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Turturro looking to sit in guard and control but Yi gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (2) Yi
Turturro working a defensive guard here.
#T3#
Yi trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Turturro managing to control the position.
Turturro controls Yi momentarily but Yi frees himself. #T4#
Yi wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.
Yi is looking to advance position but Turturro has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Turturro (6) vs (2) Yi
Turturro wants to control the pace but Yi is squirming around nicely.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Yi is in all sorts of trouble here.
Yi is squirming around, avoiding Turturro's attempts to control the action. #T5#
Yi regains half guard.
Yi moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Yi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Yi has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Turturro can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T6##SUB2#
Yi throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Our spies down at at Oblivion Gate inform us that Yi has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Yi can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Turturro controls the pace.#SUB2#
Yi is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Turturro is aware though and is defending well.#T7#
Turturro trying to control but Yi is working from the bottom.
Yi is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Yi working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Turturro doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Yi is tightening it up a little... Turturro has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Turturro reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Turturro taps out! Nice BJJ there by Yi!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Jin Yi!
Jin Yi decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 329 - Tokyo
Date: Nov 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 9 losses; Wilhelm Bar! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 18 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Taro Takaoka, Yuuki Gou and Shigeki Sano.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Bar throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Turturro's waist but Turturro gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Bar off to one side. #CL2#
Turturro closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD#
Bar gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Bar (2) vs (0) Turturro
Bar stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Turturro wants to sweep but no luck.
Turturro trying to keep a closed guard but Bar is proving a slippery customer.
Turturro controlling Bar's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bar trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T1#
Bar not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Turturro controls Bar momentarily but Bar frees himself.
Bar 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.
Turturro has his hands on Bar's head, controlling the position.
Turturro controls Bar momentarily but Bar frees himself. #SUB2#
Turturro has his foot on Bar's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Bar works his way back into a safe position though.
Turturro is trying to keep Bar in close.
#SUB2#
Turturro had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bar defends it easily.#T2#
Turturro wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Bar is now in half guard.
Bar passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Turturro! Score +3 for passing guard: Bar (5) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is looking to get to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Bar has control of Turturro's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Turturro regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#T3#
Turturro is trying desperately to improve position.
Bar trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Bar tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Turturro tries to hold on but Bar postures up.
Turturro gets back to half guard.#T4#
Bar sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
Bar is looking for a kimura here.
Turturro trying to control but Bar postures up.
Turturro is positioning himself well to prevent Bar advancing to mount. #T5##SUB2#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.
Bar is looking to advance position but Turturro won't allow it.
Turturro trying to hold on to Bar's head to control him but Bar postures up.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.
Turturro trying to control from the bottom.
#T6#
Turturro wants to control the action here but instead Bar manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Bar (8) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro gets back to half guard.
Turturro is pressing down on Bar's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Bar trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Bar wants to pass the guard but Turturro is keeping the position.
Turturro wants to sweep here but Bar controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Turturro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bar doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bar manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T7#
Turturro working a defensive guard here.
Bar won't allow Turturro to sweep him here.
Bar engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Bar's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Bar looking to pass the guard. #T8#
Turturro controls Bar momentarily but Bar frees himself.
Turturro being controlled here, momentarily.
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet.
Turturro pulls Bar in to control the position.
Bar slips nicely into half guard.#T9#
Turturro trying to hold on to Bar's head to control him but Bar postures up.
Turturro is trying to control but Bar passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Bar (11) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro being controlled for a moment.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Bar controls the position.#T10#
Turturro is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Turturro struggling a bit here.
Bar wants to lay and pray for a moment but Turturro keeps working.
Bar slows the pace down. #T11#
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Turturro struggling a bit here.
Bar wants to lay and pray for a moment but Turturro keeps working.
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T12#
A lull in the action here.
Turturro is trying to improve his position.
Turturro seems a little lost for a moment, as Bar dominates the positioning.
Turturro is trying to control Bar's posture but Bar avoids it.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T13#
Turturro wants to control but Bar postures up.
A lull in the action here.
Turturro wants to control but Bar postures up.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
A lull in the action here as Bar stalls from top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T14#
Turturro is not content to let Bar control the position.
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Bar's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro regains full guard. Nicely done.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bar takes the fight on points by 11 to 0.
Wilhelm Bar retains his middleweight title! |
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Event:
CWC 328 - Prelims
Date: Oct 30, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 18 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 5 losses; Kaz McStafferson!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Emerson Jorge and Felipe Paraventi.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Turturro feints and as McStafferson raises his hands in defense, Turturro changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (0) McStafferson
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but McStafferson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
McStafferson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (2) McStafferson
Turturro pulls McStafferson in close to prevent any damage. #SUB2#
McStafferson drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Turturro manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now McStafferson has Turturro in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (4) vs (2) McStafferson
Turturro is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
McStafferson looking for subs off his back but Turturro has passed one foot through into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
McStafferson looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
McStafferson looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
McStafferson tries to roll over but Turturro keeps him under control.#SUB2#
McStafferson looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
McStafferson looking for a kimura from the bottom but Turturro passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (7) vs (2) McStafferson
A lull in the action here.
McStafferson is trying to get back to half guard.
Turturro is staying tight to McStafferson's torso, preventing him from escaping. #SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Turturro tries for a kimura but McStafferson is defending well. #T2#
McStafferson looks to move to half guard but instead Turturro has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (9) vs (2) McStafferson
McStafferson regains half guard.
McStafferson felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
McStafferson is looking to improve his position.
Turturro trying to control the action but McStafferson is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
McStafferson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Turturro pulls his head out easily.
Turturro wants to control but McStafferson is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
McStafferson actively working from the bottom here.#T3##SUB2#
McStafferson looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Turturro pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (12) vs (2) McStafferson#SUB#
Turturro with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Turturro can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as McStafferson is looking to escape.
McStafferson is looking to improve his position but Turturro isn't that keen on the idea.
McStafferson manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB2#
McStafferson actively working from the bottom here.
Turturro trying to control the action but McStafferson is working from the bottom. #T4#
McStafferson slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
McStafferson has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Turturro can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
McStafferson keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (15) vs (2) McStafferson#SUB#
Turturro is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, McStafferson has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Turturro is trying to get an arm triangle but McStafferson is defending well.
McStafferson tries to improve position but can't. #T5#
McStafferson keeps trying to improve his position.
McStafferson is letting Turturro control him for a moment.
McStafferson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Turturro wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
Turturro tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
McStafferson tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Turturro wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
McStafferson manages to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
McStafferson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
McStafferson is defending against the submission attempts here by Turturro.
#SUB#
Turturro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but McStafferson sees it coming and defends easily.#T6#
McStafferson tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg. #SUB2#
McStafferson actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Turturro is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
McStafferson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Turturro pulls his head out easily.
Turturro trying to control from half guard but McStafferson is working away. #T7#
Turturro slows the pace down in half guard. #SUB2#
McStafferson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Turturro pulls his head out easily.
McStafferson is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Turturro 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#
McStafferson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Turturro keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T8##SUB2#
McStafferson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Turturro controlling the action here. #SUB2#
McStafferson actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
McStafferson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
McStafferson is defending against the submission attempts here by Turturro.
#SUB2#
McStafferson looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
McStafferson has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Turturro escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Turturro! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (18) vs (2) McStafferson#T9##SUB#
Turturro thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
McStafferson is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Turturro is taking a breather. McStafferson 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.
Turturro will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Turturro is working for a kimura but McStafferson is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
McStafferson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
McStafferson is defending against the submission attempts here by Turturro.
#T10##SUB2#
McStafferson looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Turturro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
McStafferson has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Turturro escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Turturro! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (21) vs (2) McStafferson#SUB#
Turturro tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Turturro has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
McStafferson is looking for a sweep.#T11##SUB#
Turturro tries for a kimura but McStafferson is defending well.
McStafferson is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Turturro's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
McStafferson is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Turturro is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
McStafferson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Turturro is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T12#
Well, if Turturro is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Turturro is looking to advance position but McStafferson won't allow it.
Turturro wants to control but McStafferson is keeping him busy.
Turturro content to control rather than advance. #SUB2#
McStafferson is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Turturro pulls his head out easily.
McStafferson is not content to let Turturro control the position.#T13##SUB2#
McStafferson looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
McStafferson gets full guard.
Turturro trying to control but McStafferson is working from the bottom.
Turturro pushes down on McStafferson's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Turturro is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
McStafferson looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Turturro tries to pass to full mount but McStafferson defends it. #T14#
Turturro wants to control but McStafferson is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
McStafferson actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
McStafferson has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Turturro escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Turturro! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (24) vs (2) McStafferson
McStafferson looks winded!
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Turturro trying to control the position but McStafferson is working away.
Turturro is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro takes the fight on points by 24 to 2.
Billy Turturro 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:
CWC Fight Night 5
Date: Oct 19, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 18 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 9 losses; Bill Newton!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Seu Braga and Paulo Santos.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Turturro fails in his attempt to clinch. #TD2#
Newton drives through with a takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Newton
Newton is looking to pass into half guard but Turturro pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Turturro is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (2) Newton#SUB2#
Newton had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Turturro defends it easily.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving.
Turturro advances to half guard.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg.
The fighters are battling for position here. Newton manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Newton manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Turturro manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (4) Newton
Newton passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (2) vs (7) Newton#SUB2#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Turturro is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T1##SUB2#
Newton is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Turturro is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Turturro is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Newton off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Turturro (6) vs (7) Newton#SUB#
Turturro looking for the choke from the back.
Newton turns into Turturro and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (6) vs (9) Newton
Turturro keeping full guard, as Newton tries to pass.
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Turturro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Newton drops back looking for a leg! Turturro is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Turturro manages to kick Newton off! Newton jumps back into Turturro's guard.
Turturro trying to control the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##SUB2#
Newton drops back looking for a leg! Turturro is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Turturro manages to kick Newton off! Newton jumps back into Turturro's guard.
Newton passes Turturro's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Turturro is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Newton is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (6) vs (12) Newton
Turturro is trying desperately to improve position.#SUB2#
Newton looking to secure an arm triangle but Turturro defends it well. #T3#
Turturro is trying to escape the mount.
Turturro tries to hold on but Newton postures up.#SUB2#
Newton working for a submission but Turturro is keeping him at bay.
My spies in Gold Samurai's Gym inform me that Newton has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Turturro is wriggling around trying to escape.
#SUB2#
Newton moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Turturro has worked his arm free - good work by Turturro!
#SUB2#
Newton is trying to get an arm triangle but Turturro is defending well. #SUB2#
Newton goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Turturro rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Newton's guard! Nice work there by Turturro! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (8) vs (12) Newton
Turturro wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving. #T4##SUB2#
Turturro got a little sloppy there for a moment and Newton has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Turturro has managed to get both his arms back between Newton's legs - danger averted.
Turturro trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Newton working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Turturro doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Turturro manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Newton is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Turturro trying to control but Newton is working from the bottom.
Turturro forces his way into half guard.
Newton is refusing to be controlled, as Turturro sits in half guard. #T5##SUB2#
Newton looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Turturro pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (11) vs (12) Newton
Newton sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Newton tries to roll over but Turturro keeps him under control.
Turturro is keen to just control but Newton is a slippery customer.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg.
Turturro controlling the action here.
Turturro is trying to control the action in half guard but Newton is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Newton looking for a kimura from the bottom but Turturro passes into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (14) vs (12) Newton#SUB#
Turturro is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Newton is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T6#
Newton tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Turturro wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Newton is still trying to improve position.
Newton is trying to work for a sweep but Turturro has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (16) vs (12) Newton
Turturro tries to control but Newton wriggling away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Turturro working for a submission but Newton is keeping him at bay.
Newton regains half guard.#SUB2#
Newton looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T7##SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions off his back.
Newton is trying to get back to full guard.
Turturro controlling the action here.
Turturro is trying to control. Newton wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Newton is trying to get back to full guard.
Newton makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Newton.#SUB2#
Newton working for a triangle but Turturro defends it easily.
#T8##SUB2#
Newton throws his legs up looking for a submission but Turturro uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (19) vs (12) Newton
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Newton is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Turturro tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Turturro has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Newton gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Newton is looking to improve his position.
#T9#
Turturro is trying to control the action in half guard but Newton is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Newton is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Turturro wants to control but Newton is keeping him busy.
Newton tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Turturro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T10#
Newton makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Newton.
Turturro preventing the sweep.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Newton keeps moving. #SUB2#
Newton looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Turturro passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (22) vs (12) Newton
Newton looks winded!
Newton is not content to let Turturro control the position.
Newton manages to get back to half guard.
Turturro is pressing down on Newton's thigh, looking to free his foot. Newton is holding on for now. #SUB#
Turturro 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.
#T11#
Newton moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Newton lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (22) vs (14) Newton
Newton sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Turturro's guard. #SUB2#
Newton seems to be looking for submissions.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.
Turturro trying to control from the bottom.
#T12#
Newton passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Turturro! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (22) vs (17) Newton
Turturro working to try and regain half guard.
#SUB2#
Newton with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#SUB2#
Newton looking to secure an arm triangle but Turturro defends it well.
Turturro is trying desperately to improve position.
Turturro wants to hold on but Newton pushes him away.
Turturro slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Turturro is looking to control Newton's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?#T13##SUB2#
Newton is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Turturro is trying to maintain the position but Newton is very close to passing his half guard.
Turturro preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #SUB#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back.
Turturro trying to control but Newton postures up.
#SUB2#
Newton is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Turturro defends it well.
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Newton is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T14##SUB2#
Newton is trying to work for a kimura but Turturro is defending well.
Newton works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (22) vs (20) Newton#SUB2#
Newton is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Turturro is surviving well by controlling Newton's body position as best he can.
Newton avoids the attempt from Turturro to control.#SUB2#
Newton jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Turturro is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Turturro and Newton has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Newton tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro takes the fight on points by 22 to 20.
A relieved looking Billy Turturro 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:
CWC Fight Night 4
Date: Oct 12, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 17 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 25 losses; Ruben Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Matheus Silva and Thiago Cunha.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Turturro shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Gracie as he jumps to the side. #CL#
Gracie gets tackled into the cage by Turturro. Turturro maintains the clinch.
Gracie tries for a takedown but Turturro manages to get underhooks.
Turturro has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Gracie is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Gracie jumps into guard, dragging Turturro to the mat.
Turturro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Gracie swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gracie being controlled here, momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Gracie is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Turturro is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Turturro 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.
Gracie wants to sweep but no luck.
Turturro is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Turturro looking to improve position, pressing down on Gracie's thigh with his hand. Gracie seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Turturro paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Turturro's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Gracie picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Ruben Gracie!
A relieved looking Ruben Gracie 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:
CWC 324 - Burroughs vs Ramirez
Date: Oct 02, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 16 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 5 losses; Ricardo Rebenta!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Daniel Franklin and Wesley Smith.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Rebenta will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Turturro misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD2#
Rebenta scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Rebenta
Turturro trying to control but Rebenta postures up.
Turturro is trying to get back to full guard.
Turturro desperately trying to maintain half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The fighters are battling for position here. Turturro manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Rebenta engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Turturro wants to sweep here but Rebenta controlling him for the moment.
Turturro wants to control but Rebenta passes easily into half guard.
#T2#
Rebenta trying to pass the guard but Turturro defending well.
Turturro wants to control but Rebenta is keeping busy.
Turturro has his hands clasped together around Rebenta's back. He's all about the action.
Turturro is trying to control but can't.
Rebenta passes into side control, despite Turturro's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (5) Rebenta
Turturro manages to work his way to half guard, despite Rebenta's best efforts.#T3#
Rebenta passes into side control, despite Turturro's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (8) Rebenta
Turturro tries to buck Rebenta off but Rebenta is having none of it.
Turturro can't do much from the bottom here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Rebenta taking a breather here.
Turturro is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
Turturro struggling a bit here.
Turturro is looking to regain half guard here but Rebenta keeps moving and retains side control.
Turturro is trying to control Rebenta's posture but Rebenta avoids it.
Rebenta has control of an arm but Turturro manages to advance to Rebenta's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Turturro (4) vs (8) Rebenta#T5#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Rebenta just trying to survive but Turturro is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB#
Turturro 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, Rebenta has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#SUB#
Turturro looking for the choke but no joy.
Rebenta tries to break free.
#SUB#
Turturro working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #T6##SUB#
Turturro is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Rebenta knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Rebenta for a finish.
Turturro will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Turturro is not going to allow Rebenta to sit and survive in this position.
Rebenta tries to break free.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Turturro controlling the positon.
Turturro looking to hold on to the position here but Rebenta rolls and ends up regaining guard.
#T7#
Rebenta is pulling down on Turturro's head to control his posture.
Turturro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Rebenta keeps moving.
Turturro showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T8#
Turturro looking to sit in guard and control but Rebenta gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (4) vs (10) Rebenta
Turturro trying to control the position.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Turturro holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB#
Turturro is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Rebenta is aware though and is defending well.
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Turturro is really struggling to control Rebenta but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T9#
Rebenta controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Rebenta looking to pass the guard.
Rebenta is stalling in the full guard.
Turturro is trying to control the position but Rebenta postures up. #T10#
Turturro pulls Rebenta in close to prevent any damage.
Turturro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Rebenta is one step ahead there.
Rebenta advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (4) vs (13) Rebenta
Turturro looks to move to half guard but instead Rebenta has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (4) vs (15) Rebenta
Turturro wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Turturro (4) vs (18) Rebenta#T11#
I would not like to be Turturro right now.
Rebenta has the hooks in. Turturro is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Turturro looking to stop the rear naked choke attempt by controlling the hands.
Turturro rolls, trying to escape but Rebenta keeps control of the position.
Turturro trying to control the hands but Rebenta breaks the grip. #T12#
Rebenta controlling well, preventing Turturro from escaping the position.
Turturro trying to control the hands but Rebenta won't let him.
Rebenta is hanging on to Turturro's back as he tries to escape.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Rebenta controlling the positon.
Turturro can't escape the position.
Rebenta gets his hands free as Turturro looks to control.
Rebenta has good solid back control here. #T13#
Rebenta is hanging on to Turturro's back as he tries to escape.
Turturro is working hard here to advance position.
Turturro trying to control the hands but Rebenta breaks the grip.
Rebenta has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Turturro's body.
#T14#
Rebenta is not going to allow Turturro to sit and survive in this position.
Rebenta trying to control momentarily.
Rebenta is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Rebenta has the hooks in. Turturro is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rebenta wins on points by 18 to 4.
A relieved looking Ricardo Rebenta 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:
CWC 323 - Sparxx vs IsMore
Date: Sep 25, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 12 losses; Arthur Menezes! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 16 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Paulo Santos and Daniel Cesar.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Turturro fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Menezes to the ground. Turturro is now in Menezes's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Menezes (0) vs (2) Turturro#SUB#
Menezes looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Turturro avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Menezes is keeping the position.#SUB#
Menezes working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Turturro doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Turturro manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Menezes keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Menezes had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Turturro defends it easily.
Menezes might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T1##SUB2#
Turturro 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.
Turturro stands and throws Menezes's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Menezes (0) vs (5) Turturro
Turturro controlling from side mount.
Menezes regains half guard there - taking advantage of Turturro's attempt to lay and pray for a moment. #SUB#
Menezes looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
Turturro moves into full mount! Menezes won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Menezes (0) vs (8) Turturro
Menezes can't escape the position.
Turturro looking to control but Menezes is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Menezes is trying desperately to improve position.#T3#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro controlling from the full mount.
Menezes wants to control but Turturro is having none of it.
Menezes keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T4#
Turturro wants to control the pace but Menezes is squirming around nicely.
Turturro is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB2#
Turturro has control of Menezes's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Menezes regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Turturro tries to control but Menezes wriggling away.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T5##SUB2#
Turturro looking for a guillotine from mount but Menezes is having none of it.
We've been hearing good reports from Menezes'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.
Menezes is trying desperately to improve position.#SUB2#
Turturro is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Menezes has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Turturro controlling his opponent. #T6#
Menezes is squirming around, avoiding Turturro's attempts to control the action.
Menezes is trying to escape the mount.
Menezes gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Turturro is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Menezes is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Turturro pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Menezes actively working from the bottom here.#T7#
Menezes moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Turturro looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Menezes looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Menezes is trying to control the position but Turturro postures up.
Turturro engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T8#
Turturro won't allow Menezes to sweep him here. #SUB#
Menezes looking for a guillotine here but Turturro defends easily.
#SUB2#
Turturro drops back looking for a leg! Menezes is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Menezes manages to kick Turturro off! Turturro jumps back into Menezes's guard. #SUB#
Menezes looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T9##SUB#
Menezes looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
Menezes working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Turturro has passed into half guard!
#SUB#
Menezes looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Menezes is trying to control but can't.
Turturro is trying to control. Menezes wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T10##SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura but Menezes is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Turturro to get the leverage.
Menezes is pressing down on Turturro's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Turturro looking to sit in guard and control but Menezes gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Menezes (2) vs (8) Turturro
Turturro working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Turturro is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Menezes is aware though and is defending well.
Menezes trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Menezes's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Turturro wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Menezes pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now. #T11#
Menezes being controlled here momentarily.
Turturro lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Menezes (2) vs (10) Turturro#SUB#
Turturro avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
Menezes throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Menezes keeps moving. #T12##SUB#
Menezes working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Turturro doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Turturro manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Turturro trying to control but Menezes is working from the bottom.
Turturro sitting in guard here, content to control. #T13#
Turturro slips nicely into half guard.
Turturro not doing much here.
Turturro moves into full mount! Menezes won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Menezes (2) vs (13) Turturro
Turturro trying to control but Menezes is having none of it.
Menezes is looking to get to half guard.#T14#
Menezes is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Turturro goes for an armbar but Menezes turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Menezes. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Menezes (4) vs (13) Turturro
Menezes tries to free his leg and advance position but Turturro is retaining full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro wants to sweep here but Menezes controlling him for the moment.
Turturro is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 13 to 4.
An out of breath Billy Turturro 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:
CWC 322 - Ottke vs Savkov
Date: Sep 18, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 24 losses; Tsuyoi Kakuto! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 15 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Ian Loll, Trevor Gratis and Gregory Folan.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Turturro doesn't succeed with the takedown#CL#
and Kakuto counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Kakuto. #TD#
Kakuto manages to pull guard.
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Kakuto is keeping the position for now.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kakuto is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kakuto (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro seems keen to control Kakuto's posture.
Turturro wants to control the position but Kakuto says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakuto prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Turturro is still trying to improve position.#SUB#
Kakuto seems to be working for a kimura but Turturro defends the submission attempt.#T1#
Kakuto passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Turturro! Score +3 for passing guard: Kakuto (5) vs (0) Turturro
Kakuto is looking to work his way around to Turturro's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Turturro is hanging on here. He's in a desperate position.
Turturro is looking to improve his position but Kakuto isn't that keen on the idea.#T2#
Turturro manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Turturro is holding on to half guard well.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
Kakuto uses his free foot to push down on Turturro's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Turturro. Score +3 for passing guard: Kakuto (8) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro tries to reverse the position but Kakuto maintains control.#T3#
Turturro tries to lock up and control but Kakuto gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Turturro is looking to get to half guard.#SUB#
Kakuto is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Turturro has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Turturro! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kakuto (8) vs (2) Turturro
Kakuto keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass.
Turturro trying to control but Kakuto is working from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Kakuto is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kakuto (10) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T4#
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Turturro is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kakuto (10) vs (4) Turturro
Turturro trying to control but Kakuto is working from the bottom.
Kakuto wants to sweep but no luck.
Kakuto is looking to sweep but instead, Turturro has passed into half guard.
#SUB#
Kakuto actively working from the bottom here.
Kakuto regains full guard. Nicely done.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Kakuto is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kakuto (12) vs (4) Turturro
Turturro is controlling Kakuto's trapped leg to prevent Kakuto from advancing to side control.#T5#
Turturro works his way to full guard. Good work.
Turturro looking to control.
Kakuto is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Kakuto postures up.
Turturro can't keep his opponent in guard - Kakuto advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Turturro trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Kakuto manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Kakuto (15) vs (4) Turturro
We've been hearing good reports from Kakuto'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.#T6#
Turturro tries to hold on but Kakuto postures up.
Kakuto prevents Turturro from getting the reversal.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro keeps trying to improve his position.
Kakuto pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#T7##SUB#
Kakuto working for a submission but Turturro is keeping him at bay. #SUB#
Kakuto swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Turturro is now in Kakuto's guard. A big mistake from Kakuto there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kakuto (15) vs (6) Turturro
Turturro trying to control but Kakuto is working from the bottom.
Turturro won't allow Kakuto to sweep him here.
Turturro sitting in guard here, content to control. #T8#
Kakuto is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.
Kakuto manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Turturro manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kakuto (17) vs (6) Turturro
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet.
Turturro is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Turturro has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T9#
Turturro is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet.
Turturro controls Kakuto momentarily but Kakuto frees himself.
Turturro manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Kakuto manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kakuto (17) vs (8) Turturro#T10#
Kakuto looking to hit a scissor sweep but Turturro is one step ahead there.
Kakuto keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Kakuto bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Turturro's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kakuto (19) vs (8) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Turturro isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Kakuto stacks Turturro 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 Kakuto! Score +3 for passing guard: Kakuto (22) vs (8) Turturro
Turturro is looking for a sweep.#T11#
Kakuto advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Kakuto (24) vs (8) Turturro
Turturro is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Turturro wants to control but Kakuto is having none of it.
Kakuto wants to control the pace but Turturro is squirming around nicely.
Turturro is trying to escape the mount.
#T12#
Turturro wants to hold on but Kakuto pushes him away.
Turturro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Turturro bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kakuto (24) vs (10) Turturro
Kakuto wants to sweep but no luck.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Kakuto is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Kakuto bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Turturro's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Kakuto (26) vs (10) Turturro#T13#
Kakuto showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Turturro has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Kakuto is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Turturro. Score +3 for passing guard: Kakuto (29) vs (10) Turturro
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Turturro is looking to reverse the position.
Turturro tries to control the position but he's not in luck - Kakuto easily slips into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Kakuto (31) vs (10) Turturro#T14#
Turturro has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Kakuto (34) vs (10) Turturro
Kakuto is not going to allow Turturro to sit and survive in this position.
Will Kakuto go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#SUB#
Kakuto is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
And that's the end of the fight!
Kakuto takes the fight on points by 34 to 10.
A relieved looking Tsuyoi Kakuto 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:
CWC 321 - Trump vs Steel
Date: Sep 11, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 12 losses; Bo Nickal! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 14 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Felipe Paraventi and Luis Engracia.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Nickal closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Turturro's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nickal (2) vs (0) Turturro#SUB2#
Nickal got a little sloppy there for a moment and Turturro has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Nickal has managed to get both his arms back between Turturro's legs - danger averted.
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Nickal 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.
Nickal 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.
Turturro looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nickal stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Turturro working a defensive guard here.
#T1#
Turturro is adopting a defensive guard.
Nickal tries to free his leg and advance position but Turturro is retaining full guard.
Nickal trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T2#
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Nickal works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB#
Turturro is trying to control Nickal's posture. Nickal takes advantage of the lull and advances to side control. He also appears to have an arm triangle here! Uh oh, big trouble for Turturro! Nickal is rotating here... this could be the end... Turturro is out! Nickal has ended this one emphatically! Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Bo Nickal!
Bo Nickal thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CWC 320 - Fiso vs Brown
Date: Sep 04, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 14 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 17 losses; Arthur Kincaid!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Columbo Gatti and Joseph Jones.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Turturro shoots in and drives through. Kincaid sprawls well.
Turturro throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Kincaid's waist but Kincaid gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Turturro off to one side.
Kincaid drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Turturro defends it well.
Kincaid looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Turturro is fending him off so far but Kincaid persists. Nope, Turturro circles away and we're back to standing.#TD2#
Kincaid gets a double leg takedown into Turturro's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Kincaid
Turturro looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Kincaid trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Turturro trying to keep a closed guard but Kincaid is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Kincaid drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Turturro dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (2) Kincaid
Turturro is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
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.
Turturro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Turturro showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T1#
Turturro works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Kincaid is looking for a sweep. Turturro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Kincaid actively working from the bottom here.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Turturro in particular looking to stall.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Kincaid is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Turturro pulls his head out easily.
Turturro 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.#T2##SUB#
Turturro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Kincaid sees it coming and defends easily.
Turturro trying to control the action but Kincaid is working from the bottom.
Turturro tries to pass to full mount but Kincaid defends it.
Kincaid wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
Kincaid regains full guard. Nicely done.
Turturro's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Kincaid has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB2#
Kincaid working for submissions but it's allowed Turturro to get to half guard.
Turturro trying to control from half guard but Kincaid is working away. #T3#
Kincaid is looking to improve his position.
Kincaid wants to get back to full guard but Turturro has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (5) vs (2) Kincaid
Kincaid tries to reverse the position but Turturro maintains control.
Turturro looking to control but Kincaid is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Kincaid has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#SUB#
Turturro working for a guillotine from mount but Kincaid is in no mood to give up.
Kincaid manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T4#
Kincaid trying to get back to full guard but Turturro takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (8) vs (2) Kincaid
Kincaid is trying desperately to improve position.
Kincaid manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB2#
Kincaid looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Kincaid looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kincaid is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Turturro 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#
Kincaid is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Turturro pulls his head out easily. #T5##SUB2#
Kincaid looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Kincaid tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg.
Kincaid is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Turturro's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Turturro's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Turturro (8) vs (6) Kincaid
Turturro trying to control the position but Kincaid manages to sink in the hooks. #T6#
Turturro tries to escape the position.
Turturro trying to control the position but Kincaid manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB2#
Kincaid looking for the RNC.
Kincaid doesn't have the hooks in and Turturro manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (10) vs (6) Kincaid
Turturro tries to free his leg and advance position but Kincaid is retaining full guard.
Kincaid lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (10) vs (8) Kincaid
Kincaid pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Turturro escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Kincaid gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T7#
Kincaid slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Kincaid seems to be working for a kimura but Turturro defends the submission attempt.
Turturro wants to control but Kincaid is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Kincaid is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Turturro is concentrating on defense, preventing Kincaid from advancing position.
Turturro is looking to control Kincaid's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Kincaid is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Turturro wants to control but Kincaid is keeping busy and won't allow it. #T8#
Turturro moves into full guard.
Kincaid stopping the sweep attempt from Turturro.
Turturro is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Kincaid looking to pass the guard.
Kincaid trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro controlling the position.
Turturro keeping full guard, as Kincaid tries to pass. #SUB#
Kincaid is posturing up here but Turturro has hold of an arm and he's gone for an armbar! Kincaid tries to roll out but it's too tight and Kincaid has to tap! Slick submission there by Turturro!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Billy Turturro!
After winning the bout, Billy Turturro 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:
CWC 319 - Saldini vs Toehold
Date: Aug 28, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 13 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 11 losses; Arthur Menezes!
The judges for this bout are Saam Ante, Radbod Blank and Wagner Zegers.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Menezes closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage. #TD2#
Menezes drags the fight down to the ground.
Menezes keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
Menezes working for a triangle but Turturro defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Menezes has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Turturro is in a bit of discomfort here, but he's managed to free himself and has dived into side control! That didn't work out too well for Menezes. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (3) vs (0) Menezes
Turturro staying calm.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro gets to mount! Menezes was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (5) vs (0) Menezes#T1#
Turturro wants to control the pace but Menezes is squirming around nicely.
Menezes can't escape the position.
Menezes keeps trying to improve his position.
Turturro wants to control the pace but Menezes is squirming around nicely. #T2#
Menezes tries to hold on but Turturro pushes him away.
Turturro controlling the pace for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Turturro tries to control but Menezes wriggling away.
Menezes slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Turturro is thwarting Menezes's attempts to control the position.
Turturro not doing much here.
#T3##SUB2#
Menezes looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Menezes keeps working.
Menezes manages to get to full guard.
#SUB2#
Menezes is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Turturro is aware though and is defending well.#T4##SUB2#
Menezes looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Turturro has picked Menezes up and slammed him! Menezes can't keep hold of the triangle and Turturro manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (8) vs (0) Menezes
Turturro passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Menezes! Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (10) vs (0) Menezes
Menezes is looking to improve his position but Turturro isn't that keen on the idea.
Turturro tries to control but Menezes wriggling away.
Menezes tries to hold on but Turturro postures up.
Turturro can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Menezes is looking to escape.
Menezes tries to hold on but Turturro pushes him away. #T5#
Menezes is looking to improve his position but Turturro isn't that keen on the idea.#SUB#
Turturro working for a submission but Menezes is keeping him at bay.
Turturro is trying to control here but Menezes has managed to regain half guard.
Turturro wants to control but Menezes is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Menezes looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Turturro is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Menezes! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (13) vs (0) Menezes
Menezes regains half guard.#T6#
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Menezes keeps working. #SUB2#
Menezes looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Turturro 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.
Menezes is in trouble now - Turturro has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (16) vs (0) Menezes#T7#
Turturro wants to control the pace but Menezes is squirming around nicely. #SUB#
Turturro has hold of Menezes's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Menezes manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
#T8#
Turturro is stalling here but it's allowed Menezes to get half guard.
#SUB2#
Menezes looking for submissions off his back.
Menezes wants to get back to full guard.
Menezes trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Menezes looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T9##SUB2#
Menezes actively working from the bottom here.
Turturro trying to control from half guard but Menezes is working away. #SUB#
Turturro is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Menezes is just riding it out for now. Turturro eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Menezes actively working from the bottom here.#T10#
Turturro wants to control but Menezes is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Menezes looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Turturro stalling away here and it's allowed Menezes to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Menezes keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Menezes has his feet on Turturro's thighs here. He's pushed Turturro off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Turturro screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 11:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Arthur Menezes! |
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Event:
CWC 318 - Hirsch vs El Toro Jr
Date: Aug 21, 2022 |
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 14 wins and 12 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 12 losses; Bogdan Kersikov!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Daniel Cesar and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Turturro forces Kersikov back against the cage and clinches.#TD2#
Kersikov pulls guard.
Kersikov has Turturro pulled in close to control his posture.
Turturro 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.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Kersikov keeps moving.
Kersikov is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Kersikov
Turturro wants to improve his position but Kersikov is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T1#
Turturro tries to roll over but Kersikov keeps him under control.
Turturro moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Turturro wants to control but Kersikov passes easily into half guard.
Kersikov is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Turturro wants to control but Kersikov is keeping busy.
#T2#
Kersikov is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Kersikov is trying to control the action in half guard but Turturro is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro wants to improve his position but Kersikov is controlling well.
Turturro is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back.#T3#
Kersikov is trying to control. Turturro wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro is trying to maintain the position but Kersikov is very close to passing his half guard.
Turturro is trying to get back to full guard.
Kersikov uses his free foot to push down on Turturro's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Turturro. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (0) vs (5) Kersikov
Turturro is squirming around, avoiding Kersikov's attempts to control the action. #T4#
Kersikov prevents Turturro from getting the reversal.
Kersikov sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Turturro is looking to improve his position but Kersikov isn't that keen on the idea.
Turturro is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Kersikov controlling the pace for now. #SUB2#
Kersikov working for a submission but Turturro is keeping him at bay. #T5#
Kersikov avoids the attempt from Turturro to control.
Turturro is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Kersikov works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Turturro (0) vs (8) Kersikov
Turturro tries to escape but Kersikov has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB2#
Turturro is trying to control the position but Kersikov manages to sink in the RNC - Turturro is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:48 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bogdan Kersikov!
Bogdan Kersikov is the new super heavyweight champion!
Bogdan Kersikov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 317 - Ottke vs Cruz
Date: Aug 14, 2022 |
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 44 wins and 25 losses; Joe Average! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 12 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Emerson Jorge and Felipe Paraventi.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Average shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Turturro manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Average (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Average trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Average stands and throws Turturro's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Average (5) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro holding on.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Average working away.#T1#
Turturro is looking to reverse the position.
Average tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Average is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Turturro's shoulder. That is not cool.
Average's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
Turturro manages to get back to half guard.
Average looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #SUB#
Average is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Turturro is trying to control but can't.
#SUB2#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Average tries to pass the half guard into mount. Turturro knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Turturro trying to control from the bottom.
#T3##SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Average seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Average trying to control from half guard but Turturro is working away.
Turturro tries to roll over but Average keeps him under control.
Average is looking to advance position but Turturro won't allow it. #T4#
Average seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Average is stalling here. Turturro is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Average seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Turturro has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Average (5) vs (4) Turturro
Average sneaks back into half guard.
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Average keeps working. #T5#
Average wants to control but Turturro is keeping busy.
Turturro keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Average is trying to control but Turturro manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Average (5) vs (7) Turturro
Turturro trying to control but Average is having none of it. #T6##SUB2#
Turturro swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Average is now in Turturro's guard. A big mistake from Turturro there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Average (7) vs (7) Turturro
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Average trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Average advances to half guard. #T7#
Turturro is controlling Average's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
Turturro trying to control but Average postures up.
Turturro is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Average's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Average's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Average (7) vs (11) Turturro
Average trying to control the position but Turturro manages to sink in the hooks. #SUB2#
Turturro is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Average has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #SUB2#
Turturro is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#T8#
Turturro has the hooks in. Average is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #SUB2#
Turturro tightening his grip on Average, looking for the choke.
Turturro tries to keep control of the position but Average is staying busy.#SUB2#
Turturro has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Average tries to roll but Turturro sticks to his back.
#T9##SUB2#
Turturro has got his arm under Average's chin working for the choke… has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! Average has spun round into Turturro's guard beautifully! Well done that man!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Average (9) vs (11) Turturro
Average controlling from the top position.
Average stands and throws Turturro's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Average (12) vs (11) Turturro
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard.
Average wants to control but Turturro is keeping him busy. #T10#
Turturro is trying to control Average's posture but Average avoids it.
Turturro is letting Average control him for a moment.
Turturro is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Average off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Average (12) vs (15) Turturro
Average is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at kill or be killed F boring Fights, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Turturro is not going to allow Average to sit and survive in this position. #T11#
Average staying busy and making it hard for Turturro to control.
Average is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Turturro.
#SUB2#
Turturro looking for the choke but no joy.
Average tries to roll but Turturro sticks to his back.
#T12#
Average is working hard here to advance position.
Turturro not allowing Average to control his hands.
Will Turturro go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Average trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T13#
Average is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Turturro seems to be going for a rear naked choke. He has an arm under Average's chin but Average turns very nicely into Turturro's guard. Good BJJ skills being displayed there by Average.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Average (14) vs (15) Turturro
Turturro controlling Average's posture. #T14##SUB2#
Average got a little sloppy there for a moment and Turturro has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Average has managed to get both his arms back between Turturro's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Turturro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Average doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Average manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Average passes Turturro's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro is looking to control Average's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 15 to 14.
Billy Turturro is the new super heavyweight champion!
Our winner, Billy Turturro, 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:
CWC 315 - Kersikov vs Trump
Date: Jul 31, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 10 losses; Muhammad Jabbar! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 11 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Frank Dennis and Stewart Dunkirk.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Turturro closes this distance looking for a takedown but Jabbar circles away.
Jabbar circles away from the clinch attempt#TD#
and Jabbar counters with a single leg into guard. Turturro didn't expect that. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jabbar (2) vs (0) Turturro
Jabbar is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Turturro wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro looking to control but Jabbar passes into half guard.
#T1#
Jabbar is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
Turturro is trying is best to control the position here.
Jabbar takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Turturro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jabbar pulls his head out easily. #T2#
Turturro keeping hold of Jabbar's head, controlling as best he can.
Jabbar trying to control the pace.
Jabbar is thwarting Turturro's attempts to control the position.
Jabbar prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Turturro is concentrating on defense, preventing Jabbar from advancing position. #T3#
Turturro is looking to control Jabbar's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.
Turturro won't allow Jabbar to pass to mount.
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Jabbar has control of the leg.
Jabbar performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T4#
Jabbar wants to pass to mount but Turturro is defending the position. #SUB2#
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Jabbar perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T5#
Turturro tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Jabbar has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Jabbar (5) vs (0) Turturro
Jabbar prevents Turturro from getting the reversal.
Turturro manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Jabbar has control of the leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jabbar content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T6#
Jabbar's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Further stalling from Jabbar.
Turturro preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head. #T7#
Jabbar tries to pass to full mount but Turturro defends it.
Turturro wants to improve his position but Jabbar is controlling well.
Turturro is holding on to half guard well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Jabbar in particular looking to stall.#T8#
Turturro wants to get back to full guard but Jabbar has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Jabbar (8) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro can't escape the position.
Jabbar controlling from mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jabbar prevents Turturro from getting the reversal.
Jabbar takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Jabbar avoids the attempt from Turturro to control.#T9#
Turturro sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Jabbar seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Turturro wants to control the action here but instead Jabbar manages to pass to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Jabbar (11) vs (0) Turturro
Jabbar content just to control the position here.
Turturro gets back to half guard.
Turturro is looking to get back to full guard here but Jabbar has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Jabbar (14) vs (0) Turturro#T10##SUB#
Jabbar tries for a kimura but Turturro is defending well.
Jabbar working away.
Jabbar controls the position.
Jabbar wants to lay and pray for a moment but Turturro keeps working.
Jabbar working away.
Who's going to make the next move?#T11#
Jabbar wants to lay and pray for a moment but Turturro keeps working.
Turturro is looking for a sweep.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Turturro wants to control but Jabbar postures up.
Turturro gets back to half guard.
Turturro moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T12#
Jabbar controlling from the top position.
Turturro wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Jabbar is now in half guard.
Turturro trying to control here.
Jabbar is looking to advance position but Turturro won't allow it.
Jabbar is taking a breather. Turturro 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.#T13#
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Jabbar wants to pass to mount but Turturro is defending the position. #SUB2#
Turturro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jabbar pulls his head out easily.
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Still in half guard, Jabbar seems content to control.#T14#
Turturro trying to control but Jabbar postures up.
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Jabbar stalling.
Turturro has a hand on Jabbar's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Jabbar takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Jabbar (17) vs (0) Turturro
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro tries to hold on but Jabbar postures up.
Jabbar takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jabbar takes the fight on points by 17 to 0.
Muhammad Jabbar retains his middleweight title!
A relieved looking Muhammad Jabbar 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:
CWC 314 - Prelims
Date: Jul 24, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 11 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 5 losses; Strega Notturna!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Alexandre Firmino and Leandro Rodrigues.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Turturro displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Notturna. #TD2#
Turturro gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Notturna
Turturro is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #SUB#
Turturro had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Notturna defends it easily.#SUB2#
Notturna 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Notturna got a little sloppy there for a moment and Turturro has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Notturna has managed to get both his arms back between Turturro's legs - danger averted.#T1#
Notturna won't allow Turturro to sweep him here.
Notturna looking to sit in guard and control but Turturro gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (2) Notturna
Notturna wants to sweep here but Turturro controlling him for the moment.
Turturro is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Turturro stands and throws Notturna's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (5) vs (2) Notturna#SUB#
Turturro tries for a kimura but Notturna is defending well.
Turturro 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.#T2#
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Notturna keeps working.
Notturna is looking to reverse the position.
Notturna looks to move to half guard but instead Turturro has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (7) vs (2) Notturna
Notturna manages to regain half guard. Good work.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Notturna tries to roll over but Turturro keeps him under control.#T3#
Turturro works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (10) vs (2) Notturna#SUB#
Turturro looking for a guillotine from mount but Notturna is having none of it.
Notturna is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Notturna bucks up and manages to get a nice reversal! He's in guard on the top - nicely done! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (10) vs (4) Notturna
Notturna preventing the sweep.
Turturro manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Notturna manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (12) vs (4) Notturna
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Notturna keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Notturna throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Notturna keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Notturna is keeping the position.
Notturna has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T5#
Notturna trying to keep a closed guard but Turturro is proving a slippery customer.
Notturna seems keen to control Turturro's posture.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Notturna keeps moving.
Notturna has Turturro pulled in close to control his posture.
Turturro trying to control but Notturna is working from the bottom. #T6#
Notturna controls Turturro momentarily but Turturro frees himself.
Turturro 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.
Turturro is pushing down on Notturna's leg trying to pass to half guard. Notturna is fighting to maintain full guard but Turturro has managed to sneak the leg through.
Turturro trying to control the pace. #SUB#
Turturro is working for a submission of some sort.
#T7#
Turturro prevents Notturna from improving his position.
Notturna gets full guard.
Turturro works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Notturna wants to control but Turturro is keeping busy.
Turturro trying to control the action but Notturna is working from the bottom. #T8#
Still in half guard, Turturro seems content to control.#SUB2#
Notturna is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Turturro pulls his head out easily.
Turturro trying to control from half guard but Notturna is working away.
Notturna is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Turturro trying to control the action but Notturna is working from the bottom. #T9#
Turturro is looking to advance position but Notturna won't allow it.
Notturna is staying active underneath Turturro, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Turturro moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (15) vs (4) Notturna
You can see the frustration on Notturna's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Notturna tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Notturna keeps working. #T10##SUB#
Turturro thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Turturro working away.
Turturro advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (17) vs (4) Notturna
Notturna wants to control but Turturro is having none of it.
Notturna is working to get back to half guard.
#T11#
Turturro trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Notturna working to try and regain half guard.
#SUB#
Turturro swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Notturna is now in Turturro's guard. A big mistake from Turturro there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (17) vs (6) Notturna
Notturna trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T12#
Turturro working a defensive guard but Notturna manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (17) vs (9) Notturna
Turturro is looking to regain half guard here but Notturna keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Notturna goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Turturro rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Notturna's guard! Nice work there by Turturro! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (19) vs (9) Notturna
Notturna keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Notturna working for a triangle but Turturro defends it easily.
Turturro controls from within his opponent's guard. #T13#
Notturna tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Notturna is keeping the position for now.
Turturro is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Notturna isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Turturro stacks Notturna 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 Turturro! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (22) vs (9) Notturna#T14#
Turturro controls the position from side control.#SUB#
Turturro 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!
Notturna sneaks back into half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro takes the fight on points by 22 to 9.
A very excited looking Billy Turturro 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:
CWC 313 - Zulu vs Hirsch
Date: Jul 17, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 8 losses; Michael Cruz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 10 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Paulo Santos and Edson Gomes.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Cruz has managed to clinch.
Cruz wants a takedown.
Turturro is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD#
Cruz has clasped his hands together around Turturro's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Cruz (4) vs (0) Turturro
Cruz 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.
Cruz is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Turturro will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Turturro struggling a bit here.
A lull in the action here as Cruz stalls from top position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro tries to buck Cruz off but Cruz is having none of it.
Cruz controls the position from side control.
Turturro can't do much from the bottom here. #T1#
Turturro tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Cruz presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Cruz (6) vs (0) Turturro
Cruz controlling from mount.
Cruz avoids the attempt from Turturro to control.
Turturro can't escape the position.
Cruz controlling from mount. #T2#
Turturro reaches up and holds on to Cruz to control the position.
Turturro is working to get back to half guard.
Turturro tries to hold on but Cruz postures up.
Cruz controlling the pace for now.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Cruz prevents Turturro from getting the reversal.
Cruz tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Turturro is trying to reverse the position but instead Cruz has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Cruz (9) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro trying to control the hands but Cruz won't let him. #T4#
Cruz trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Turturro doesn't escape.
Cruz is not going to allow Turturro to sit and survive in this position.
Cruz biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T5#
Turturro trying to control the position but Cruz manages to sink in the hooks.
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.
Cruz has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T6#
Turturro trying to control the action but Cruz just sinks the hooks in.
Turturro rolls, trying to escape but Cruz keeps control of the position.
A lull in the action here.
Good control from Cruz.#T7#
Turturro tries to escape the position.
Turturro is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Cruz biding his time, looking for the opening.
Turturro is in bad spot here.
Turturro is holding onto Cruz's left hand, preventing any choke attempts.
Cruz is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T8#
I really don't envy Turturro right now.
Turturro trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Cruz is hanging on to Turturro's back as he tries to escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Cruz controls the position.
Cruz avoiding Turturro 's attempts to control his hands. #T9#
Cruz controls the action.
Turturro tries to break free.
Turturro trying to control the hands but Cruz breaks the grip.
Cruz really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Turturro.
Turturro trying to control the hands but Cruz breaks the grip. #T10#
Cruz doesn't have the hooks in and Turturro manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cruz (9) vs (2) Turturro
Cruz is pulling down on Turturro's head. It's preventing any offense from Turturro, at least for the moment.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Turturro won't allow Cruz to sweep him here.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Turturro keeps trying to improve his position.
Cruz is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Cruz working a defensive guard here.
#T11#
Cruz looking to hit a scissor sweep but Turturro is one step ahead there.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Cruz is keeping the position.
Turturro stopping the sweep attempt from Cruz.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Cruz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cruz wants to sweep here but Turturro controlling him for the moment.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Cruz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T12#
Cruz wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Turturro won't allow Cruz to sweep him here.
Turturro being controlled here momentarily.
Turturro showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T13#
Cruz controlling Turturro's posture.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Cruz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Turturro thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Cruz pulls Turturro in close to his closed guard and prevents Turturro from doing any damage or advancing position.
Turturro stopping the sweep attempt from Cruz.#T14#
Cruz is pulling down on Turturro's head. It's preventing any offense from Turturro, at least for the moment.
Cruz might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Turturro stopping the sweep attempt from Cruz.
Cruz wants to hit a sweep here but Turturro passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Cruz there! Score +3 for passing guard: Cruz (9) vs (5) Turturro
Cruz working to try and regain half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Cruz takes the fight on points by 9 to 5.
A victorious Michael Cruz thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
CWC 312 - Simone vs Kersikov
Date: Jul 10, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 18 losses; Sid Murrdock! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 10 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Albert Achterberg, Radbod Blank and Paulsen Ambrosius.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Turturro shoots in and drives through. Murrdock sprawls well.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Turturro is defended easily by Murrdock.#TD#
Murrdock closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Turturro quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Murrdock (2) vs (0) Turturro#SUB#
Murrdock is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Turturro defends it well.
Murrdock keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
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.
Murrdock tries to pass the half guard into mount. Turturro knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Murrdock perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T1#
Turturro slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Murrdock pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now.
Turturro looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Murrdock is working hard here to advance position.
Turturro looking to control.
#T2#
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet.
Murrdock trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Murrdock looking to pass the guard.
Murrdock stands and throws Turturro's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Murrdock (5) vs (0) Turturro
Murrdock wants to lay and pray for a moment but Turturro keeps working. #T3#
Murrdock is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Turturro is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Murrdock passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Turturro! Score +2 for reaching mount: Murrdock (7) vs (0) Turturro
Murrdock looking to take Turturro's back but Turturro rolls and after a scramble, Turturro ends up on top in guard. Nice escape there from Turturro to escape a tricky position. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Murrdock (7) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Murrdock is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T4#
Turturro trying to control but Murrdock is working from the bottom.
Murrdock pulls Turturro in close to prevent any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Murrdock lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Murrdock (9) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Murrdock from controlling successfully.
Murrdock stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Turturro controls Murrdock momentarily but Murrdock frees himself. #T5#
Turturro manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Murrdock manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Murrdock (9) vs (4) Turturro
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Murrdock is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Murrdock is pulling down on Turturro's head to control his posture.
Turturro tries to free his leg and advance position but Murrdock is retaining full guard.
Murrdock is adopting a defensive guard.
Murrdock bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Turturro's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Murrdock (11) vs (4) Turturro#T6#
Murrdock trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Turturro pulls Murrdock in close to prevent any damage.
Murrdock tries to free his leg and advance position but Turturro is retaining full guard.
Murrdock trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Murrdock pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Murrdock looking to improve position, pressing down on Turturro's thigh with his hand. Turturro seems to be working to lock up a guilotine though... is Murrdock paying attention? Apparently not! He's locked it up tight! Murrdock's face has turned purple! Will he tap? Will he! YES! He's tapped! Turturro picked his opening and made it count! Great finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Billy Turturro!
Our winner, Billy Turturro, 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:
CWC 310 - ALL OUT WAR
Date: Jun 26, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 13 losses; Donald Trump! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 9 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Leandro Rodrigues and Felipe Paraventi.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Trump shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Turturro manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Trump (2) vs (0) Turturro
Trump looking to sit in guard and control but Turturro gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Trump (2) vs (2) Turturro
Trump controls Turturro momentarily but Turturro frees himself.
My spies in Blacktalians MMA inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Trump keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Trump seems keen to control Turturro's posture.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1##SUB#
Turturro got a little sloppy there for a moment and Trump has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Turturro has managed to get both his arms back between Trump's legs - danger averted.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Trump is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Trump has his hands on Turturro's head, controlling the position.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Trump keeps moving. #T2#
Turturro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Trump swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Trump not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Trump keeps moving. #SUB#
Trump looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Trump is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Trump might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Trump has control of Turturro's left arm, preventing Turturro from doing any damage. #T3##SUB#
Trump working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Turturro doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Trump is tightening it up a little... Turturro has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Turturro reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Turturro taps out! Nice BJJ there by Trump!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Donald Trump!
Donald Trump retains his middleweight title!
A very excited looking Donald Trump 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:
CWC 309 - Halli vs Archer
Date: Jun 19, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 9 losses; Muhammad Jabbar! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 9 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Daniel Cesar and Felipe Paraventi.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Turturro rushes Jabbar and presses him up against the cage.
Turturro has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Jabbar after a bit of a struggle.
Jabbar changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Turturro fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Jabbar sprawls well. Jabbar wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Turturro gets slowly back to his feet.
Turturro tries to clinch up but Jabbar circles away and keeps his distance.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Turturro.
Jabbar seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
Muhammad Jabbar has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Turturro.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Jabbar attempts a counter takedown but Turturro avoids it well and moves away.
Jabbar defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Turturro.#T1#
Turturro shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Jabbar as he avoids it easily.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Jabbar but Jabbar pushes him off and we're back to square one.#CL2#
Turturro moves into range and clinches up with Jabbar.
Turturro stops a takedown attempt from Jabbar.
Jabbar tries for a takedown but Turturro manages to get underhooks.
Jabbar drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Jabbar gets underhooks to prevent Turturro's takedown attempt.
Turturro looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#T2#
Jabbar has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Turturro avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Turturro is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Jabbar pulls him back up using the underhooks. #TD#
Jabbar gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jabbar (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Jabbar's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Jabbar's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Jabbar (2) vs (4) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a choke. Jabbar gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Jabbar manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jabbar (4) vs (4) Turturro
Turturro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Jabbar is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Turturro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T3#
Jabbar looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Turturro is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Turturro is adopting a defensive guard.#T4#
Jabbar is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro is trying to control the position but Jabbar postures up.
Turturro is controlling Jabbar's posture.#SUB2#
Turturro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Jabbar doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Jabbar manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Jabbar stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T5#
Jabbar is working hard here to advance position.
Jabbar looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Jabbar trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom. #T6#
Jabbar content to stall in guard here.
Turturro wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Jabbar is now in half guard.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard but Jabbar has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Jabbar (7) vs (4) Turturro
Jabbar controls the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro can't do much from the bottom here. #T7#
Turturro is letting Jabbar control him for a moment.
Jabbar trying to control the position but Turturro is working away.
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face as Jabbar controls the position.
Turturro is looking for a sweep.
Turturro stops Jabbar from passing to mount.
Turturro is trying to control Jabbar's posture but Jabbar avoids it. #T8#
Turturro trying to remain calm as Jabbar controls from the top position.
Jabbar has control of an arm but Turturro manages to advance to Jabbar's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Jabbar (7) vs (8) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. Jabbar defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined. #T9##SUB2#
Turturro has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
You can see the frustration on Jabbar's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Jabbar tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #SUB2#
Turturro jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Jabbar is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Jabbar and Turturro has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
Jabbar stops Turturro from passing to mount.
Jabbar can't do much from the bottom here. #T10##SUB2#
Turturro is trying to get an arm triangle but Jabbar is defending well.
Jabbar gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura but Jabbar is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Turturro to get the leverage.
Well, if Turturro is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Jabbar manages to get to full guard.
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Jabbar is keeping the position for now. #T11#
Jabbar has control of Turturro's left arm, preventing Turturro from doing any damage.
Jabbar working a defensive guard here.
Turturro trying to control but Jabbar is working from the bottom.
Turturro is pushing down on Jabbar's leg trying to pass to half guard. Jabbar is fighting to maintain full guard but Turturro has managed to sneak the leg through.
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Jabbar is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T12#
Jabbar works his way to full guard. Good work.
Jabbar is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Jabbar looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Jabbar is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Jabbar is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T13#
Jabbar has his hands on Turturro's head, controlling the position. #SUB#
Turturro got a little sloppy there for a moment and Jabbar has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Turturro has managed to get both his arms back between Jabbar's legs - danger averted.
Jabbar can't keep his opponent in guard - Turturro advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Turturro is pressing down on Jabbar's thigh, looking to free his foot. Jabbar is holding on for now.
Turturro looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Jabbar is looking for a sweep. Turturro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T14#
Jabbar wants to control but Turturro is keeping busy.
Turturro is trying to control. Jabbar wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Jabbar is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Jabbar has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Turturro is working away from the top position though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Turturro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Jabbar doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Turturro.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 8 to 7.
A relieved looking Billy Turturro 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:
CWC 308 - Steel vs Mondragon
Date: Jun 12, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 16 losses; Claudio Ty! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 9 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Thiago Cunha and Paulo Santos.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Turturro gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Ty is pressed up against the cage. Turturro has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Ty down to the mat. Ty avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Turturro misses with a takedown attempt - Ty sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Turturro closes the distance and clinches up with Ty, looking for a takedown. Turturro pushes Ty against the cage but Ty circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Claudio Ty has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Turturro.
Turturro is looking to clinch.
Ty circles away from the clinch attempt.
Ty appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
Turturro closes the distance and clinches. #TD2#
Turturro has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Ty clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ty (0) vs (4) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro working for the choke. #T1##SUB2#
Turturro has the hooks in and he's looking for a rear naked choke here. Ty is defending well but eventually Turturro manages to get an arm under the chin and he's locked on the RNC! Ty has no choice but to tap now! He does! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Billy Turturro!
During a confident post fight interview, Billy Turturro thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 307 - Cruz vs Nickal
Date: Jun 05, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 13 losses; Donald Trump! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 8 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Alexandre Firmino and Daniel Cesar.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Trump closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Trump (4) vs (0) Turturro
Trump takes a little break here. Turturro wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Turturro gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Trump has control of the leg.
Trump 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.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Trump is trying to control the action in half guard but Turturro is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Trump works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Trump (7) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Trump controlling from the full mount. #T1#
Trump tries to control but Turturro wriggling away.
Trump is really struggling to control Turturro but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T2#
Turturro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Trump content just to control the position here.
Turturro tries to reverse the position but Trump maintains control.
Turturro tries to lock up and control but Trump gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Trump can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Turturro is looking to escape. #T3#
Turturro tries to reverse the position but Trump maintains control.
Trump trying to control but Turturro is having none of it.
Turturro working to try and regain half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#T4#
Trump is thwarting Turturro's attempts to control the position.
Turturro gets full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Trump from controlling successfully.
Turturro wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Trump is now in half guard. #SUB#
Trump is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Turturro sees it coming and defends easily.
Turturro moves into full guard.
Trump is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T5#
Turturro trying to control the position.
Trump sitting in guard here, content to control.
Trump might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Trump trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Trump preventing the sweep.
Turturro looking to control but Trump passes into half guard.
Turturro wants to control but Trump is keeping busy.
#T6#
Turturro won't allow Trump to pass to mount.
Turturro wants to control but Trump is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Trump wants to free his trapped foot but Turturro is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Trump perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Trump wants to pass to mount but Turturro is defending the position. #T7#
Trump wants to lay and pray for a moment but Turturro keeps working.
Well, if Trump is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Turturro tries to roll over but Trump keeps him under control.
Trump wants to free his trapped foot but Turturro is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T8#
Trump seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Trump's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard.#T9#
Trump looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Trump controlling the pace.
Trump passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Turturro! Score +3 for passing guard: Trump (10) vs (0) Turturro
Trump is looking to work his way around to Turturro's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Turturro is working to get back to half guard.
Turturro reaches up to try and control the position but Trump seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Turturro rolls and tries to escape and now Trump has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Trump (13) vs (0) Turturro#T10#
Turturro tries to escape but Trump has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Trump tries to keep control of the position but Turturro is staying busy.#SUB#
Trump 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, Turturro has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
Trump is hanging on to Turturro's back as he tries to escape.
#SUB#
Trump looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. Turturro is controlling Trump 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Trump (13) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T11##SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura here.
Trump is looking for a sweep. Turturro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Trump is working hard here to advance position.#SUB#
Trump looking for submissions off his back.
Trump trying to control here.
Trump tries to roll over but Turturro keeps him under control.#T12##SUB2#
Turturro seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Turturro seems to be working for a kimura but Trump defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Turturro is working for a kimura but Trump is defending it quite comfortably.
Trump is trying is best to control the position here.
Trump moves into full guard.
#T13#
Turturro slips nicely into half guard.#SUB2#
Turturro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Trump defends it well.
Trump gets back to full guard.
Turturro sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Trump's guard.
Trump tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg.
Trump is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Turturro's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Turturro's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Trump (17) vs (2) Turturro#T14#
Turturro prevents Trump from getting a body triangle.
Trump has the hooks in. Turturro is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Turturro turns into Trump and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Trump (17) vs (4) Turturro
Trump keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Trump looking to control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro wants to control from the top but Trump keeps moving.
Trump looking to control.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Trump is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that's the end of the fight!
Trump takes the fight on points by 17 to 4.
Donald Trump decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
CWC 306 - Prelims
Date: May 29, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 5 losses; Michael Cruz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 7 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Cecil Peabody, Robert Twigg and Stewart Dunkirk.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Cruz takes the fight into the clinch.
Turturro prevents the takedown attempt.
Cruz is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Turturro gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Cruz drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Turturro gets the underhooks and prevents it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Michael Cruz. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Turturro tries for a takedown but Cruz manages to get underhooks.
Cruz prevents the takedown attempt.
Turturro wants a takedown.
Cruz can't get the takedown.
#TD#
Turturro is fighting off a takedown attempt but Cruz is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Turturro to the mat. Turturro regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Cruz (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Cruz manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cruz (2) vs (2) Turturro
Cruz has control of Turturro's left arm, preventing Turturro from doing any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Cruz is keeping the position.
Cruz looking to control but Turturro passes into half guard.
#SUB2#
Turturro is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T1#
Turturro trying to mount his opponent but Cruz defends it. #SUB2#
Turturro is working for a submission of some sort.
Cruz's coaches at SSJ Gym have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.#SUB2#
Turturro wants to work for an arm triangle but Cruz is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Turturro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Cruz works his way to full guard. Good work.#T2#
Turturro preventing the sweep.
Cruz keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Cruz bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Turturro's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cruz (4) vs (2) Turturro
Cruz won't allow Turturro to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Turturro working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Cruz has passed into half guard!
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Cruz is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Cruz wants to free his trapped foot but Turturro is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Cruz is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T3#
Turturro is trying is best to control the position here. #SUB2#
Cruz moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Turturro. Score +3 for passing guard: Cruz (7) vs (2) Turturro
Cruz taking a breather here.
Turturro sneaks back into half guard.#T4#
Cruz controlling the pace.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Cruz wants to free his trapped foot but Turturro is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Cruz content to control rather than advance.
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Cruz has control of the leg. #T5#
Cruz passes into side control, despite Turturro's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Cruz (10) vs (2) Turturro
Cruz controls the position.
Turturro regains half guard.#T6#
Cruz is taking a breather. Turturro 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.
Turturro trying to control from the bottom.
Turturro tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Cruz has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Cruz (13) vs (2) Turturro
Cruz content just to control the position here. #T7#
Turturro tries to control Cruz's body but Cruz pushes him off. Turturro squirms to his side and now Cruz has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Cruz (16) vs (2) Turturro
Cruz just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T8#
Turturro wants to control his opponent's hands but Cruz gets his hands free.
Turturro is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Cruz is staying active.
Turturro looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Turturro breaks Cruz's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cruz (16) vs (4) Turturro
Cruz controlling the position.#T9#
Turturro pushes down on Cruz's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Cruz is staying active underneath Turturro, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura but Cruz is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Turturro to get the leverage.
Cruz wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Turturro seems to be looking for submissions.
Cruz is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Turturro's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Turturro's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Cruz (20) vs (4) Turturro#T10#
Cruz is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Cruz avoiding Turturro 's attempts to control his hands.
Cruz controlling well, preventing Turturro from escaping the position.
Cruz not allowing Turturro to control his hands.
Cruz has good solid back control here. #T11#
Turturro tries to escape but Cruz has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Turturro trying to control the action but Cruz just sinks the hooks in.
Turturro is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T12#
Cruz seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.
Turturro trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Cruz just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T13#
Turturro tries to escape the position.
Turturro wants to control his opponent's hands but Cruz gets his hands free.
I would not like to be Turturro right now.
Cruz continues to stall.
Turturro trying to control but not successfully.
Cruz is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T14#
More hug and hope from Cruz.
Turturro can't escape the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Cruz takes the fight on points by 20 to 4.
Michael Cruz retains his middleweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Michael Cruz thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 303 - Ottke vs Jones
Date: May 08, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 8 losses; Bo Nickal! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 7 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Nard Betker, Saam Ante and Patrick Alders.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Turturro pushes Nickal up against the cage in a clinch.
Nickal gets underhooks to prevent Turturro's takedown attempt.
#TD#
Nickal turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Nickal (4) vs (0) Turturro
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Turturro is trying to control Nickal's posture but Nickal avoids it.
Turturro gets back to half guard.
Turturro trying to hold on to Nickal's head to control him but Nickal postures up.
Nickal is figuring out what he wants to do next.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Nickal is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Turturro is looking to control Nickal's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?
Turturro keeping control of the position.
Nickal looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Nickal is taking a breather. Turturro 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.#T2#
Turturro is trying to control but can't.
Nickal content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Nickal has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.#T3#
Turturro is looking to get back to full guard here but Nickal has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Nickal (7) vs (0) Turturro
Nickal slows the pace down.
Turturro wants to control but Nickal postures up.
The referee asks Nickal politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Nickal prefers to stall for the moment though.
Nickal tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Nickal controls the position.#T4#
Turturro is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Nickal off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Nickal (7) vs (4) Turturro#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Turturro is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
#SUB2#
Nickal showing good submission defense here.
#SUB2#
Turturro is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
#SUB2#
Turturro working from the back looking to end the fight with a rear naked choke. Nickal is doing well to defend. Turturro seems to have got his hand under the chin though and he's sunk the choke in! Nickal is forced to tap and this one is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Billy Turturro!
A very excited looking Billy Turturro 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:
CWC 302 - Simone vs Ottke
Date: Apr 17, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 5 losses; Michael Cruz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 6 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, George Francis and Chris Downing.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Cruz takes the fight into the clinch.
Turturro looking for a takedown. #TD#
Cruz wants the takedown. Turturro is fighting it off but Cruz persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Turturro's guard against the cage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Cruz (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro trying to keep a closed guard but Cruz is proving a slippery customer.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Turturro is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cruz (2) vs (2) Turturro
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro postures up.
#SUB#
Cruz is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Cruz managing to control the position. #T1#
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Cruz is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Turturro won't allow Cruz to sweep him here.
Cruz not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Turturro has gone for a leg lock! Cruz slips out almost immediately though and dives into Turturro's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cruz (4) vs (2) Turturro
Cruz is stalling in the full guard. #T2##SUB2#
Turturro is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Turturro wants to sweep but no luck.
Cruz sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Turturro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Turturro controlling the position.#T3#
Turturro looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Cruz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Cruz might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Turturro working for a triangle but Cruz defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Turturro is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Cruz looking to pass the guard. #T4##SUB2#
Turturro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Cruz showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Turturro keeping full guard, as Cruz tries to pass.
Turturro tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T5##SUB2#
Cruz got a little sloppy there for a moment and Turturro has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Cruz has managed to get both his arms back between Turturro's legs - danger averted.
Turturro has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Cruz has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Cruz (7) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.
Turturro struggling a bit here.
Turturro is looking for a sweep.#T6#
The referee asks Cruz politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Cruz prefers to stall for the moment though.
Cruz in the domination position with Turturro hanging on.
The referee asks Cruz politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Cruz prefers to stall for the moment though.
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Cruz is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Turturro's shoulder. That is not cool.
Turturro tries to bench press Cruz off him but Cruz keeps the position.
Turturro looking for a sweep but Cruz has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Cruz (9) vs (2) Turturro#T7#
Cruz tries to control but Turturro wriggling away.
Cruz is looking to work his way around to Turturro's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Turturro is in all sorts of trouble here.
Cruz controlling his opponent.
Turturro tries to reverse the position but Cruz maintains control.#T8#
Cruz tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T9#
Turturro is looking to get to half guard.
Turturro slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Cruz is looking to advance position but Turturro won't allow it.
Cruz trying to control the pace. #T10##SUB2#
Turturro looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Cruz pushes past his half guard into mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Cruz (12) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro is looking to improve his position but Cruz isn't that keen on the idea.
Turturro is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T11#
Cruz sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Turturro wants to control but Cruz is having none of it.
Cruz controlling his opponent.
Turturro is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Turturro keeps trying to improve his position.#T12#
Cruz wants to take Turturro's back but he can't do it this time.
Turturro looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Turturro is in all sorts of trouble here.
Cruz can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Turturro is looking to escape.
Cruz controlling from the full mount. #T13#
Turturro is trying desperately to improve position.
Turturro is wriggling around here but as he tries to escape, Cruz has taken his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Cruz (15) vs (2) Turturro
Cruz is looking to control Turturro but Turturro is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Cruz avoiding Turturro 's attempts to control his hands.
Cruz controlling the position well here. Turturro rolled but Cruz kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T14#
Turturro rolls, trying to escape but Cruz keeps control of the position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Cruz controlling the positon.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Cruz controlling well, preventing Turturro from escaping the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Cruz takes the fight on points by 15 to 2.
Michael Cruz 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:
CWC 301 - Simone vs Dyon
Date: Apr 10, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 16 losses; Jamaica Jones! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 5 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Matheus Silva and Paulo Santos.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Turturro rushes Jones and presses him up against the cage.
Turturro has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Jones after a bit of a struggle.
Turturro is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD#
Jones has clasped his hands together around Turturro's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Jones (4) vs (0) Turturro
Jones just content to control the position.
Jones tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Turturro can't do much from the bottom here.
Turturro is letting Jones control him for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro prevents Jones from moving into mount. #T1#
Jones advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Jones (6) vs (0) Turturro
Jones prevents Turturro from getting the reversal.
Jones tries to control but Turturro wriggling away.
Jones wants to take Turturro's back here but Turturro is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
#SUB#
Jones is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Turturro is surviving well by controlling Jones's body position as best he can.
Turturro is in all sorts of trouble here.
Jones can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Turturro is looking to escape. #T2#
Turturro is looking to improve his position but Jones isn't that keen on the idea.
Turturro looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Jones tries to control but Turturro wriggling away.
Jones wants to take his opponent's back but Turturro doesn't allow it.
Jones looking to control but Turturro is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T3#
Jones is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Turturro is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Turturro holds on, trying desperately to control.
Jones looking to control and managing it successfully.
Turturro has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Jones (9) vs (0) Turturro#T4#
What can Turturro do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#SUB#
Jones looking for the choke but no joy.
Turturro just trying to survive but Jones is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Turturro is really stuck here.
Turturro trying to control but not successfully. #T5#
Jones trying to control.#SUB#
Jones looking for the choke but no joy.
Turturro just trying to survive but Jones is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Will Jones go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Turturro looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T6#
Turturro is trying to break free.
Jones not allowing Turturro to control his hands. #SUB#
Jones is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Turturro knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Turturro for a finish. #SUB#
Jones is looking for the choke from the back position but Turturro is controlling his hands well.
Turturro is really stuck here.
#T7#
Jones controlling the position well here. Turturro rolled but Jones kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#SUB#
Jones patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB#
Turturro defends a prolonged rear naked choke attempt and turns nicely into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jones (9) vs (2) Turturro
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Jones throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Jones keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Turturro drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Turturro jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #T8#
Jones bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Turturro's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jones (11) vs (2) Turturro
Jones sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Turturro tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Jones defends well.
Jones trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom. #T9##SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a triangle here but Jones uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Jones (14) vs (2) Turturro
Jones wants to lay and pray for a moment but Turturro keeps working.
Turturro tries to improve position but can't.
Jones working away.
Turturro tries to buck Jones off but Jones is having none of it.
Jones wants to lay and pray for a moment but Turturro keeps working.
Jones tries to move into full mount but can't pass Turturro's legs. #T10##SUB#
Jones swings around for an armbar but Turturro sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Jones's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jones (14) vs (4) Turturro
Jones working a defensive guard here.
Turturro engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Jones wants to hit a sweep here but Turturro passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Jones there! Score +3 for passing guard: Jones (14) vs (7) Turturro
Jones working to try and regain half guard.
#T11##SUB2#
Turturro is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But Jones has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from Jones! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jones (16) vs (7) Turturro
Jones passes into half guard.
Turturro is trying to get back to full guard.
Turturro trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back.
Jones wants to pass the guard but Turturro is defending well. #T12#
Jones trying to control from half guard but Turturro is working away.
Jones takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Jones is pressing down on Turturro's thigh, looking to free his foot. Turturro is holding on for now.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
#T13##SUB2#
Turturro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Jones pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Jones seems to be looking for submissions.
Turturro is trying to maintain the position but Jones is very close to passing his half guard.
Jones trying to mount his opponent but Turturro defends it.
Turturro is not content to let Jones control the position.#T14#
Jones trying to mount his opponent but Turturro defends it.
Turturro is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Jones is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Turturro has managed to free his arm - good work.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Jones is trying to control. Turturro wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jones takes the fight on points by 16 to 7.
A relieved looking Jamaica Jones 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:
CWC 300 - Merlin vs Cubbedge
Date: Apr 03, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 7 losses; Bo Nickal! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 5 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Timothy Bukovac and Don Winkell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Nickal shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nickal (2) vs (0) Turturro
Nickal stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Nickal 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.
Nickal's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Turturro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Nickal doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Nickal manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nickal sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Turturro escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Nickal gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T1#
Nickal passes into half guard.
Turturro is trying to maintain the position but Nickal is very close to passing his half guard.
Turturro is trying to get back to full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Nickal's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Nickal's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Nickal (2) vs (4) Turturro#T2#
Nickal tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Nickal has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Nickal (2) vs (7) Turturro
I've been told that Turturro has been drilling his wrestling of late, which has already helped him take this fight to the mat. Let's see how much of an impact it has on the outcome of the ground game.#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for the choke from the back position but Nickal is controlling his hands well.
Turturro is not going to allow Nickal to sit and survive in this position. #SUB2#
Turturro is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
#SUB2#
Nickal defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Turturro's arms.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Turturro is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Nickal has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here. #T3##SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a choke. Nickal gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Nickal manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Nickal (4) vs (7) Turturro
Nickal not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Nickal defends well.#T4#
Turturro is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Nickal content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for a guillotine here but Nickal defends easily.
Nickal is stalling in the full guard. #T5##SUB2#
Turturro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Nickal is trying to tuck his arms in to keep them safe but Turturro has managed to isolate one of them and has got a loose triangle. Nickal is looking to defend but Turturro has done well to lock his legs together - this could be big trouble for Nickal! Turturro pulls down on the head and a little smile comes across his face - he knows he's got it. Yep, Nickal taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Billy Turturro!
An out of breath Billy Turturro 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:
CWC 299 - Ottke vs Savkov
Date: Mar 20, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Michael Cruz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 5 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Emerson Jorge and Mauricio Rocha.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Cruz forces Turturro back against the cage and clinches.
Cruz has Turturro pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Turturro manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Turturro can't get the takedown.
Cruz is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Turturro gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Cruz 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.#TD2#
Turturro wants the takedown. Cruz is fighting it off but Turturro persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Cruz's guard against the cage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Cruz (0) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Cruz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Cruz is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Turturro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cruz swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Cruz working a defensive guard but Turturro passes into half guard.
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.
Cruz moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Turturro keeps trying to improve his position.#T1#
Turturro pushes down on Cruz's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Turturro works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Cruz (0) vs (5) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Cruz knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
My spies in Snake Eyes Fighting Systems inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Cruz is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Turturro looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Turturro is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Cruz knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Cruz keeps working. #T2#
Cruz is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Turturro's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Cruz wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Turturro seems to be working for a kimura but Cruz defends the submission attempt.
Cruz gets back to full guard.
Turturro passes Cruz's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Turturro seems to be looking for submissions.
Cruz tries to roll over but Turturro keeps him under control.#T3#
Turturro trying to pass the guard but Cruz defending well. #SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Turturro 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.
Turturro is looking to advance position but Cruz won't allow it. #T4#
Cruz moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Cruz not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Turturro slips nicely into half guard.
Turturro has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Cruz (0) vs (8) Turturro
Cruz prevents Turturro from taking his back.
Turturro can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Cruz is looking to escape.
Cruz can't escape the position.
Cruz is working hard here to advance position.#T5##SUB2#
Turturro with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#SUB2#
Turturro moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Cruz has worked his arm free - good work by Cruz!
Cruz is looking for a sweep.
Cruz is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Turturro seems to be looking for submissions.
Cruz trying to control here.
Cruz regains full guard. Nicely done.
Cruz trying to keep a closed guard but Turturro is proving a slippery customer.
Turturro sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Cruz's guard. #T6#
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but Cruz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Cruz tries to roll over but Turturro keeps him under control.
The fighters are battling for position here. Cruz manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Cruz being controlled here, momentarily.
Turturro passes Cruz's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Cruz is pressing down on Turturro's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Cruz is keeping the position.#T7##SUB#
Cruz working for a triangle but Turturro defends it easily.
Cruz keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro is pushing down on Cruz's leg trying to pass to half guard. Cruz is fighting to maintain full guard but Turturro has managed to sneak the leg through.
Turturro trying to mount his opponent but Cruz defends it.
Turturro not doing much here.
#T8#
Turturro is trying to control the action in half guard but Cruz is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Turturro wants to work for an arm triangle but Cruz is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Cruz manages to get to full guard.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Cruz is keeping the position.
Turturro trying to control but Cruz is working from the bottom.
Turturro slips nicely into half guard.
Cruz slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T9#
Cruz wants to sweep here but Turturro controlling him for the moment.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Cruz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Cruz has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro advances to half guard.
Cruz is trying to get back to full guard.
Cruz is trying to maintain the position but Turturro is very close to passing his half guard.
Cruz is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T10##SUB2#
Turturro 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#
Turturro seems to be looking for submissions.
Cruz moves into full guard.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Cruz is keeping the position.
Cruz is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T11#
Turturro wants to control from the top but Cruz keeps moving.
Cruz keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass.
Cruz pulls Turturro in to control the position.
Cruz looking for a sweep. Not yet Cruz, not yet.
Cruz pulls Turturro in close to prevent any damage.
Turturro works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Cruz moves into full guard.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Cruz is keeping the position.#SUB#
Cruz is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T12#
Turturro trying to control but Cruz is working from the bottom.
Turturro won't allow Cruz to sweep him here.
Cruz controls Turturro momentarily but Turturro frees himself.
Cruz looking for a sweep. Not yet Cruz, not yet.
Well,Cruz is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Cruz is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Cruz looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T13#
Cruz looking for a sweep. Not yet Cruz, not yet.
Turturro sitting in guard here, content to control.
Turturro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cruz swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Cruz might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Cruz is looking for a triangle but Turturro pushes his legs off easily.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Cruz keeps moving. #T14##SUB#
Cruz had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Turturro defends it easily.
Turturro preventing the sweep.
Turturro slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Cruz (0) vs (11) Turturro
Turturro tries to advance to mount but can't. #SUB2#
Turturro is trying to get an arm triangle but Cruz is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Cruz has escaped the position, nice work there.
Cruz sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 11 to 0.
A victorious Billy Turturro thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
The defeated Michael Cruz had this to say: 'Ill come back stronger than ever!'. |
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Event:
CWC 298 - Stenberg vs Ottke
Date: Mar 13, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 5 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 20 losses; Dick Diaz!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Matheus Silva and Leandro Rodrigues.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Diaz darts in and clinches Turturro up against the cage.
Turturro tries for a takedown. No joy.
Turturro is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Diaz gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Turturro drops down looking for an ankle pick but Diaz pulls his leg out and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Billy Turturro. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL#
Turturro has managed to clinch.
Turturro changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Diaz fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL2#
Diaz moves into the clinch.#TD2#
Diaz jumps guard and drags Turturro to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Turturro definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Turturro thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Diaz is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (0) vs (2) Diaz
Diaz content to stall in guard here. #T1#
Turturro trying to keep a closed guard but Diaz is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Turturro working for submissions but it's allowed Diaz to get to half guard.
Turturro is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Diaz's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Diaz's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Turturro (4) vs (2) Diaz#T2##SUB#
Diaz is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Diaz looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB#
Turturro has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Turturro goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. Diaz escapes and is now in half guard on top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (4) vs (4) Diaz
Turturro wants to get back to full guard but Diaz has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (4) vs (7) Diaz#T3#
Turturro tries to buck Diaz off but Diaz is having none of it.
Turturro can't do much from the bottom here.
Diaz is looking to take a break and control but Turturro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Diaz is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Diaz controlling from side mount. #T4#
Turturro manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (6) vs (7) Diaz
Turturro prevents Diaz from improving his position.
Turturro looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Diaz trying to hold on to Turturro's head to control him but Turturro postures up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Turturro is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T5##SUB#
Turturro in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Diaz tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Turturro!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Billy Turturro!
Our winner, Billy Turturro, 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.
Dick Diaz spoke after the fight, saying 'I'll Slap you harder next time!!!'. |
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Event:
CWC 297 - El Toro vs Silva Jr
Date: Mar 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 20 losses; Jurgen Tetsuo!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Seu Braga and Alexandre Firmino.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Turturro goes for a double leg but Tetsuo avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Tetsuo continues to drive forward.
Tetsuo is defending well against a takedown attempt.#TD#
Turturro turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Turturro manages to end up in side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Turturro (4) vs (0) Tetsuo#SUB#
Turturro goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Tetsuo rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Turturro's guard! Nice work there by Tetsuo! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (4) vs (2) Tetsuo
Turturro 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.
Tetsuo is fighting to break Turturro's control of his arms but Turturro is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Tetsuo controls from within his opponent's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro is pulling down on Tetsuo's head. It's preventing any offense from Tetsuo, at least for the moment.#SUB#
Turturro is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T1##SUB#
Turturro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Turturro has Tetsuo pulled in close to control his posture.
Tetsuo must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.#SUB#
Turturro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T2#
Tetsuo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Turturro will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Turturro working for a triangle but Tetsuo defends it easily.
Turturro trying to control the position.
#T3##SUB#
Turturro working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Tetsuo doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Turturro is tightening it up a little... Tetsuo has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Tetsuo reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Tetsuo taps out! Nice BJJ there by Turturro!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Billy Turturro!
During a confident post fight interview, Billy Turturro thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
Jurgen Tetsuo spoke after the fight, saying 'I Want a Rematch As soon as tomorrow'. |
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Event:
CACC 216
Date: Jun 27, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 2 losses; Eduardo Vieira! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Shigeki Fujiwara, Tatsuya Matsuyama and Sosuke Kotani.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Vieira misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#CL2#
Vieira gets tackled into the cage by Turturro. Turturro maintains the clinch. #TD#
Vieira turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Vieira manages to end up in side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Vieira (4) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vieira (4) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Vieira does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Turturro seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Vieira actively working from the bottom here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro tries to pass the half guard into mount. Vieira knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Vieira is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Turturro jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Vieira (4) vs (5) Turturro#T1#
Turturro tries to move to mount but Vieira blocks the move with his legs.
Vieira regains half guard there - taking advantage of Turturro's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Vieira is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Turturro trying to control the pace.
Vieira wants to get back to full guard.
Vieira is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Turturro's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Turturro's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Vieira (8) vs (5) Turturro
Turturro looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Turturro is in bad spot here.
#T2#
Turturro is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Vieira.
Turturro tries to roll but Vieira sticks to his back.
#SUB#
Turturro defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Vieira's arms.
Vieira gets his hands free as Turturro looks to control.
Vieira biding his time, looking for the opening.
Vieira struggling to keep hold of the position.
#T3#
Good control from Vieira.
Turturro looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Turturro prevents Vieira from getting a body triangle.
Vieira controlling from the back.
Turturro looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T4#
Turturro looking very determined here, making life difficult for Vieira.
Vieira is not going to allow Turturro to sit and survive in this position.
Turturro is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Vieira is looking for the choke from the back position but Turturro is controlling his hands well. #SUB#
Turturro is having to fend off submission attempts from Vieira, who is looking to sink in the choke. Vieira doesn't have the hooks in though and Turturro manages to reverse position! He's now on top, in his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vieira (8) vs (7) Turturro
Vieira wants to sweep here but Turturro controlling him for the moment. #T5#
Vieira is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Vieira looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Vieira is trying to control the position but Turturro postures up.
Vieira keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro preventing the sweep.
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Vieira is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
Turturro drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Vieira dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vieira (10) vs (7) Turturro#T6#
Turturro pulls Vieira in close to prevent any damage.
Vieira stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a triangle but Vieira pushes his legs off easily.
Vieira preventing the sweep.
Turturro is looking to sweep but instead, Vieira has passed into half guard.
#SUB2#
Turturro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Vieira pulls his head out easily. #T7#
Vieira moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Vieira (13) vs (7) Turturro
Turturro tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Vieira wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face as Vieira controls the position.
Vieira trying to control the action but Turturro is working from the bottom.
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Vieira trying to control the position but Turturro is working away. #T8#
Turturro is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Vieira off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Vieira (13) vs (11) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro looking for the choke from the back.
Turturro tries to get the hooks in deep but Vieira pushed the leg off.
Vieira is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Mello MMA, so we'll see if he gets out of it.#SUB2#
Turturro patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB2#
Vieira is in a bad position with Turturro working for a choke. Vieira manages to spin nicely into guard and the danger is over for the moment. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Vieira (15) vs (11) Turturro
Vieira wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Vieira tries to free his leg and advance position but Turturro is retaining full guard.
Turturro working a defensive guard here.
#T9#
Vieira trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Vieira is really struggling to control Turturro but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB2#
Turturro has his foot on Vieira's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Vieira works his way back into a safe position though.
Turturro is trying to keep Vieira in close.
Vieira advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Vieira (18) vs (11) Turturro
Vieira advances nicely into full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Vieira (20) vs (11) Turturro#T10#
Vieira looking to control and managing it successfully.
Turturro wants to control but Vieira is having none of it.
Vieira trying to control but Turturro is having none of it.
Turturro is wriggling around trying to escape.
Vieira trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Vieira controlling from mount. #T11#
Turturro is wriggling around trying to escape.
Vieira takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Turturro tries to hold on but Vieira pushes him away.
Vieira trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Turturro is controlling an arm, preventing Vieira from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Vieira controlling his opponent. #T12#
Turturro is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Turturro prevents Vieira from taking his back.
Vieira works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Vieira (23) vs (11) Turturro
Vieira trying desperately to keep hold of the dominant position.
#SUB#
Vieira looking for the choke but no joy. #SUB#
Vieira 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, Turturro has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#T13##SUB#
Vieira sinks in the hooks and is looking for the choke. He's got it! Turturro taps out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 13:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Eduardo Vieira!
During a confident post fight interview, Eduardo Vieira thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CACC 206: Turturro vs Ty
Date: Jun 13, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 5 losses; Claudio Ty! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Percy O'Donnell and Timothy Bukovac.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Ty keeps the fight on the outside.#TD#
Ty changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Turturro looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ty (4) vs (0) Turturro
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Turturro is trying to improve his position.
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
A lull in the action here.
Ty tries to move into full mount but can't pass Turturro's legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ty working away.#T1#
Turturro is not content to let Ty control the position.
Turturro can't do much from the bottom here.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Ty seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Turturro for as long as he can get away with.
Turturro looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Ty has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ty (6) vs (0) Turturro
Ty fails to take his opponent's back. #T2#
Turturro tries to reverse the position but Ty maintains control.
Ty wants to take Turturro's back but he can't do it this time.
Ty controlling the position easily from mount. #T3#
Turturro is trying desperately to improve position.
Ty controlling from mount.
Ty is looking to work his way around to Turturro's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T4#
Turturro is wriggling around trying to escape.
Ty controlling his opponent.
Turturro is wriggling around trying to escape.
Turturro tries to hold on but Ty postures up.
Turturro is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Ty is staying active.#T5#
Ty content just to control the position here.
Turturro is wriggling around trying to escape.
Turturro looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Ty (9) vs (0) Turturro
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Turturro is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Turturro is trying to break free.
#T6#
Ty doesn't have the hooks in and Turturro manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ty (9) vs (2) Turturro
Ty has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Ty is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ty is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Ty is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Ty is keeping the position.#T7#
Turturro wants to control from the top but Ty keeps moving.
Turturro might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Ty haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Ty lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ty (11) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Turturro working for a triangle but Ty defends it easily.
Ty stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T8#
Ty wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving.
Ty preventing the sweep.
Ty trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Turturro being controlled here, momentarily. #T9#
Turturro looking for a sweep. Not yet Turturro, not yet.
Turturro trying to control the position.
#SUB2#
Ty got a little sloppy there for a moment and Turturro has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ty has managed to get both his arms back between Turturro's legs - danger averted.#T10##SUB2#
Turturro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Ty is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T11#
Turturro working a defensive guard here.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Ty from controlling successfully.
Ty preventing the sweep.
Ty postures up.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Ty from controlling successfully. #T12##SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Ty passes into half guard.
Turturro is refusing to be controlled, as Ty sits in half guard.
Well, if Ty is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T13#
Ty wants to free his trapped foot but Turturro is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Turturro is trying to get back to full guard.
Ty is keen to just control but Turturro is a slippery customer.
Turturro is trying to control but can't.
#T14#
Ty not doing much here.
Turturro is looking for a sweep. Ty is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Turturro trying to control from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ty takes the fight on points by 11 to 2.
A very excited looking Claudio Ty 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:
CACC 199:Feltre vRodionovich 2
Date: May 16, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Billy Turturro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 2 losses; Akhmedov Nurmagedov!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Gwen Towbar and Tiny Johnson.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#CL#
Nurmagedov tries to keep at a distance but Turturro has taken the fight into the clinch.
Nurmagedov tries to pull guard but Turturro holds him up against the ropes and eventually Nurmagedov drops back down to his feet.
Turturro 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.
Turturro goes for a takedown attempt but Nurmagedov pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL#
Turturro has managed to clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Nurmagedov is trying to pull guard but Turturro has him pressed against the ropes.
Nurmagedov is trying to pull guard but Turturro turns him against the ropes and we stay in the clinch.
Billy Turturro has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Akhmedov Nurmagedov.#TD#
Turturro gets control of Nurmagedov's arms and successfully pulls guard. Turturro will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Turturro has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Nurmagedov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Nurmagedov drops back looking for a leg! Turturro is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Turturro manages to kick Nurmagedov off! Nurmagedov jumps back into Turturro's guard. #T1##SUB2#
Nurmagedov drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Turturro dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (2) vs (0) Nurmagedov
Turturro trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Turturro is working hard here to advance position.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Nurmagedov is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Turturro tries to free his leg and advance position but Nurmagedov is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Nurmagedov has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Turturro can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Nurmagedov keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Turturro showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T2##SUB2#
Nurmagedov looking for a guillotine here but Turturro defends easily.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Nurmagedov keeps moving.
Turturro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Nurmagedov swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Nurmagedov is looking for a triangle here but Turturro uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (5) vs (0) Nurmagedov
Nurmagedov gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Turturro is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (8) vs (0) Nurmagedov
Nurmagedov regains half guard.#T3#
Nurmagedov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Turturro is pressing down on Nurmagedov's thigh, looking to free his foot. Nurmagedov is holding on for now. #SUB#
Turturro is trying to work for a kimura but Nurmagedov is defending well.
We've been informed that Nurmagedov has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#SUB#
Turturro is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Nurmagedov has managed to free his arm - good work.
Turturro passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (11) vs (0) Nurmagedov#SUB#
Turturro has control of Nurmagedov's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Nurmagedov regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Turturro trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T4#
Nurmagedov sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#SUB2#
Nurmagedov actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Nurmagedov looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Nurmagedov actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Nurmagedov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Turturro pulls his head out easily.
Turturro prevents Nurmagedov from improving his position.
Nurmagedov is not content to let Turturro control the position.#SUB2#
Nurmagedov actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Turturro is trying to work for a kimura but Nurmagedov is defending well.
#T5##SUB2#
Nurmagedov actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Nurmagedov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Turturro wants to pass to mount but Nurmagedov is defending the position.
Turturro works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (14) vs (0) Nurmagedov
Nurmagedov tries to buck Turturro off but Turturro is having none of it.
Nurmagedov is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Turturro off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Turturro (14) vs (4) Nurmagedov#SUB2#
Nurmagedov is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Turturro has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Nurmagedov controlling well, preventing Turturro from escaping the position.
#T6#
Turturro manages to reverse the position and now he's in Nurmagedov's guard. Nice work there by Turturro.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (16) vs (4) Nurmagedov
Turturro pushing down on Nurmagedov's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Turturro is trying to control. Nurmagedov wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Nurmagedov is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Turturro pulls his head out easily.
Nurmagedov is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Turturro's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Turturro's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Turturro (16) vs (8) Nurmagedov
Turturro tries to break free.
Turturro turns into Nurmagedov and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (18) vs (8) Nurmagedov
Nurmagedov can't keep his opponent in guard - Turturro advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Turturro sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB2#
Nurmagedov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Turturro is trying to work for a kimura but Nurmagedov is defending well.
#T7#
Turturro is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (21) vs (8) Nurmagedov
Turturro looking to control but Nurmagedov is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Nurmagedov working to try and regain half guard.
Turturro mounts Nurmagedov! Really nice guard pass there! #SUB#
Turturro with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Turturro can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Nurmagedov is looking to escape.
Nurmagedov is trying desperately to improve position.#T8#
Turturro seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Nurmagedov is holding on tight.
#SUB#
Turturro looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Nurmagedov tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Nurmagedov tries to improve his position but instead Turturro has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Turturro (24) vs (8) Nurmagedov#SUB#
Nurmagedov 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 Turturro gets his way!
#SUB#
Turturro looking to break Nurmagedov's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Nurmagedov remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Turturro will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Nurmagedov prevents Turturro from getting a body triangle.#SUB#
Turturro working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet. #T9#
Nurmagedov is keeping busy.
Turturro keeps control of the position as Nurmagedov tries to break free.
Nurmagedov keeps trying to improve his position.
Turturro tries to keep control of the position but Nurmagedov is staying busy.
Nurmagedov turns into Turturro and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (24) vs (10) Nurmagedov#SUB2#
Nurmagedov has gone for a leg lock! Turturro slips out almost immediately though and dives into Nurmagedov's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (26) vs (10) Nurmagedov
Turturro looking to pass the guard.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Nurmagedov keeps moving. #T10##SUB2#
Nurmagedov looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
Turturro avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB2#
Nurmagedov looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Turturro stands and throws Nurmagedov's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (29) vs (10) Nurmagedov
Nurmagedov manages to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Nurmagedov looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Turturro works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (32) vs (10) Nurmagedov#T11#
Turturro works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Turturro (35) vs (10) Nurmagedov#SUB#
Turturro looking to break Nurmagedov's wrist control so he can sink in the choke. Nurmagedov remaining controlled and patient though - he really has to keep calm otherwise Turturro will wrap this one up with the rear naked choke!
Turturro is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Nurmagedov tries to escape but Turturro has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Turturro is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Nurmagedov has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Nurmagedov tries to break free.
Turturro tries to get the hooks in deep but Nurmagedov pushed the leg off. #SUB#
Nurmagedov 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 Turturro gets his way!
#T12#
Nurmagedov tries to escape the position.
Nurmagedov is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Turturro off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.
Nurmagedov turns into Turturro and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (35) vs (12) Nurmagedov#SUB#
Turturro working for a triangle but Nurmagedov defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Nurmagedov 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#
Turturro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Nurmagedov passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (35) vs (15) Nurmagedov#T13##SUB2#
Nurmagedov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Turturro has escaped the position, nice work there.
Turturro manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Turturro has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Nurmagedov is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
Nurmagedov is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Turturro defends it well.
Turturro trying to control but Nurmagedov postures up.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
#T14#
Turturro is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Nurmagedov's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Nurmagedov's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Turturro (39) vs (15) Nurmagedov
Nurmagedov breaks Turturro's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (39) vs (17) Nurmagedov
Turturro wants to sweep here but Nurmagedov controlling him for the moment.
Turturro trying to keep a closed guard but Nurmagedov is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
Nurmagedov has gone for a leg lock! Turturro slips out almost immediately though and dives into Nurmagedov's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Turturro (41) vs (17) Nurmagedov#SUB2#
Nurmagedov looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Turturro passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Turturro (44) vs (17) Nurmagedov
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Turturro (46) vs (17) Nurmagedov
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro takes the fight on points by 46 to 17.
A victorious Billy Turturro thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter. |
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Event:
CACC 190: Fiso vs Kuronoa II
Date: Apr 18, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Steven Cold! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Don Winkell and Percy O'Donnell.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
We've got one fighter who appears to only be looking to counter and the other not looking particularly aggressive either, so we could be in for a dull fight.#TD2#
Turturro shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Turturro showed some decent athleticism there. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Cold (0) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro trying to control from half guard but Cold is working away.
Turturro tries to pass to full mount but Cold defends it.
Turturro trying to control from half guard but Cold is working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro is looking to pass Cold's guard but actually Cold recovers to full guard.
Turturro looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Cold can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Turturro controls the pace.
Turturro's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Turturro pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Cold is keeping the position for now.
Cold is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Turturro trying to control but Cold is working from the bottom. #T2#
Turturro might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Cold haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Cold looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Turturro wants to pass the guard but Cold is keeping the position.
Turturro keeps trying to improve his position.
Turturro has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Rough House. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Cold is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Turturro trying to control but Cold is working from the bottom. #T3#
Turturro works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Turturro is working for a kimura but Cold is defending it quite comfortably.
Turturro trying to pass the guard but Cold defending well.
Turturro wants to take a breather but Cold is having none of it. #T4#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Cold is not content to let Turturro control the position.
Turturro wants to pass to mount but Cold is defending the position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Turturro is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Turturro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Cold sees it coming and defends easily.#T5##SUB2#
Turturro is working for a submission of some sort.
Turturro is looking to advance position but Cold won't allow it.
Cold is looking for a sweep. Turturro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Cold keeping control of the position. #T6#
Turturro trying to control from half guard but Cold is working away. #SUB2#
Turturro is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Turturro not doing much here.
Cold is not content to let Turturro control the position.#T7#
Cold trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Cold is defending against the submission attempts here by Turturro.
Turturro working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Cold's thigh. Cold counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Cold keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass. #T8#
Turturro trying to move into half guard but instead Cold has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cold (2) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro wants to sweep here but Cold controlling him for the moment.
Cold looking to sit in guard and control but Turturro gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cold (2) vs (4) Turturro
Turturro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Cold swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T9#
Turturro wants to control from the top but Cold keeps moving.
Turturro is pushing down on Cold's leg trying to pass to half guard. Cold is fighting to maintain full guard but Turturro has managed to sneak the leg through.
Turturro seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Cold does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Cold tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Turturro has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Cold (2) vs (7) Turturro
Cold is squirming around, avoiding Turturro's attempts to control the action. #T10#
Turturro sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #SUB2#
Turturro is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Cold is surviving well by controlling Turturro's body position as best he can.
Turturro trying to control but Cold is having none of it.
Turturro pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
#T11#
Cold has given up his back. Will we see Turturro going for some submissions?
Score +3 for taking back: Cold (2) vs (10) Turturro
Turturro controlling the position well here. Cold rolled but Turturro kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#SUB2#
Turturro looking for the choke from the back. #SUB2#
Turturro is persistently looking for the submission but Cold is defending it well.
Well, with Turturro on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Cold is tapping out... Can he escape the position?#SUB2#
Cold defends a rear naked choke attempt by controlling one of Turturro's arms. #T12#
Cold just trying to survive but Turturro is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Will Turturro go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
#SUB2#
Cold 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 Turturro gets his way!
#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a choke. Cold gets to his feet with his opponent on his back and slams him to the mat. Cold manages to squirm out of the attempted choke and turns into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Cold (4) vs (10) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro looking for subs off his back but Cold has passed one foot through into half guard.
#T13#
Cold is controlling the pace.
Turturro is staying active underneath Cold, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T14#
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Turturro trying to hold on to Cold's head to control him but Cold postures up.
Cold controlling the action here.
Turturro tries to roll over but Cold keeps him under control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Turturro wins on points by 10 to 4.
A very excited looking Billy Turturro 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.
Steven Cold was interviewed post fight and said 'fuck it'. |
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Event:
CACC 175: Ty vs Diesel
Date: Feb 28, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 17 losses; Vito Mazzini! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Stewart Dunkirk and Alan Glass.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Mazzini drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Mazzini (4) vs (0) Turturro
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Turturro is looking for a sweep.
Turturro is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Mazzini's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Mazzini trying to control the pace.
Mazzini is trying to control. Turturro wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mazzini stalling.
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Mazzini tries to pass the half guard into mount. Turturro knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Mazzini content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Mazzini prevents Turturro from improving his position.#SUB#
Mazzini is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Turturro doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Mazzini. #SUB2#
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T2#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Mazzini prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Turturro wants to control but Mazzini is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Turturro regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
Turturro has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Mazzini can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Turturro looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Mazzini puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Turturro is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Mazzini's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Mazzini's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Mazzini (4) vs (4) Turturro#T3#
Turturro wants to control but Mazzini is keeping busy.
Mazzini rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
The fighters are battling for position here. Mazzini manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Turturro is sitting in close to Mazzini's body. Mazzini has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Turturro is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Turturro is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Mazzini.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:41 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Vito Mazzini!
A very excited looking Vito Mazzini 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:
CACC 168: Mazzini vs Ty II
Date: Feb 07, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 4 losses; Tres Sulvar! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Sulvar fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Sulvar shoots in looking for a takedown but Turturro manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Sulvar's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Sulvar misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
And Turturro tries to counter it with a takedown but Sulvar pushes his down on his head and steps out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Tres Sulvar. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Sulvar tries to shoot in for a takedown. He's got hold of a leg but Turturro swivels and escapes.
Turturro changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Turturro shoots in but no luck this time.
Sulvar half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Sulvar misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sulvar shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Turturro defends it nicely.
Turturro stuffs the takedown attempt from Sulvar. Sulvar gets slowly back to his feet. #T1#
Nice sprawl there from Turturro as Sulvar shoots in.
Sulvar shoots for a takedown but Turturro saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Sulvar shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD2#
and Turturro counters with a takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Sulvar (0) vs (4) Turturro
Sulvar struggling a bit here.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB2#
Turturro thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Sulvar stops Turturro from passing to mount. #SUB2#
Turturro working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #T2#
Sulvar tries to buck Turturro off but Turturro is having none of it.#SUB2#
Turturro working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Sulvar is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Turturro seems to be working for a kimura but Sulvar defends the submission attempt.
Turturro is looking to advance position but Sulvar won't allow it. #T3##SUB2#
Sulvar is defending against the submission attempts here by Turturro.
Sulvar is trying to control but Turturro manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Sulvar (0) vs (7) Turturro
Sulvar is desperately trying to improve his position but Turturro has a good base and remains in mount.
Turturro wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #T4#
Sulvar holds of for dear life.
Sulvar can't escape the position.
Turturro avoids the attempt from Sulvar to control.#SUB2#
Turturro looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Sulvar is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T5#
Sulvar tries to hold on but Turturro pushes him away.
Sulvar is looking to get to half guard.
Sulvar is squirming around, avoiding Turturro's attempts to control the action. #SUB2#
Turturro is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Sulvar has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Sulvar sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Sulvar is trying to get back to full guard.#T6#
Turturro is just content to waste time from the top position. Sulvar takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Sulvar looking to control.
#SUB2#
Turturro drops back looking for a leg! Sulvar is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Sulvar manages to kick Turturro off! Turturro jumps back into Sulvar's guard.
My spies in Monsters BJJ inform me that Turturro has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Sulvar keeping moving, preventing Turturro from controlling successfully.
Sulvar keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.#T7#
Turturro looking to sit in guard and control but Sulvar gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Sulvar (2) vs (7) Turturro
Sulvar pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now.
Sulvar trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Turturro tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sulvar wants to control from the top but Turturro keeps moving. #SUB2#
Turturro escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Sulvar gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T8##SUB2#
Turturro is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Sulvar passes into half guard. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Sulvar is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Turturro is just riding it out for now. Sulvar eventually gives up the hold.
Still in half guard, Sulvar seems content to control.#T9#
Sulvar uses his free foot to push down on Turturro's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Turturro. Score +3 for passing guard: Sulvar (5) vs (7) Turturro
Turturro tries to lock up and control but Sulvar gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Turturro is squirming around, avoiding Sulvar's attempts to control the action.
Turturro sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Turturro is staying active underneath Sulvar, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Sulvar is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Turturro defends it well.
Turturro is looking to control Sulvar's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?#T10#
Sulvar is looking to take a break and control but Turturro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Turturro wants to get back to full guard but Sulvar has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Sulvar (8) vs (7) Turturro
Turturro can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
Sulvar thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T11#
Sulvar happy to just control the position for now.
Sulvar trying to control the action but Turturro is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Sulvar tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
Sulvar wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Turturro, who protects the arm well. #T12#
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Sulvar working away.
Turturro manages to work his way to half guard, despite Sulvar's best efforts.
Sulvar keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Sulvar trying to control the action but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Sulvar prevents Turturro from improving his position.#T13##SUB#
Sulvar seems to be looking for submissions.
Sulvar controlling the pace.
Turturro tries to roll over but Sulvar keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Turturro actively working from the bottom here.
Sulvar frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Sulvar (11) vs (7) Turturro
Turturro tries to reverse the position but Sulvar maintains control.
Sulvar trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T14##SUB#
Sulvar is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Turturro to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Turturro shrugs it off.
Turturro tries to improve his position but instead Sulvar has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Sulvar (14) vs (7) Turturro
Sulvar struggling to keep hold of the position.
I really don't envy Turturro right now.
Sulvar not allowing Turturro to control his hands.
Sulvar biding his time, controlling Turturro.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Sulvar tightening his grip on Turturro, looking for the choke.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sulvar takes the fight on points by 14 to 7.
Tres Sulvar very nearly forgot to thank Big Chief Nutrition & Laundry Services (80%) amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you. |
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Event:
CACC 157: Sparxx v Dominguez 3
Date: Jan 03, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 7 losses; Aedan Declan! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Don Winkell and Frank Antenori.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Declan closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Declan (2) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
Declan keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Turturro trying to control from the bottom.
Declan passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Declan (5) vs (0) Turturro
Declan wants to control but Turturro is keeping him busy.
Declan controls the position from side control.
Declan 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.
Turturro is trying to improve his position.
Declan working away.
Turturro is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Declan is staying active.#T1#
Turturro is looking for a sweep.
Turturro is trying to control Declan's posture but Declan avoids it.
Turturro is looking for a sweep.
Declan wants to control but Turturro is keeping him busy.
Turturro is trying to escape the position but Declan is controlling the position.
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard.
Turturro gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Declan is pressing down on Turturro's thigh, looking to free his foot. Turturro is holding on for now. #T2#
Turturro wants to control but Declan is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Declan has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Declan controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Turturro is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Declan pulls his head out easily.
Declan performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Declan's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#T3#
Declan is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Turturro! Score +3 for passing guard: Declan (8) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro tries to hold on but Declan pushes him away.
Turturro tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Declan trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Turturro keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Turturro is squirming around, avoiding Declan's attempts to control the action.
Turturro manages to regain half guard. Good work. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
Declan trying to control the pace.
Declan trying to mount his opponent but Turturro defends it. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back.
Turturro tries to roll over but Declan keeps him under control.
Declan works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Declan (11) vs (0) Turturro
Declan sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T5#
Turturro is desperately trying to improve his position but Declan has a good base and remains in mount.
Turturro tries to lock up and control but Declan gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Turturro tries to reverse the position but Declan maintains control.
Declan looking to control and managing it successfully.
Turturro tries to hold on but Declan postures up.
Declan controlling from the full mount.
Turturro slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Turturro is trying to maintain the position but Declan is very close to passing his half guard.
Declan is looking to advance position but Turturro won't allow it. #T6#
Turturro manages to get to full guard.
Declan trying to control but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Declan sitting in guard here, content to control.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Turturro looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T7#
Turturro not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Turturro is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Turturro being controlled here, momentarily.
Turturro is trying to control the position but Declan postures up. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Declan defends well.
Declan pushes down on Turturro's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T8#
Declan trying to pass the guard but Turturro defending well.
Declan is thwarting Turturro's attempts to control the position.
Declan has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Declan (14) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro is wriggling around trying to escape.
Declan trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Declan content just to control the position here. #T9#
Turturro is trying desperately to improve position.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Turturro slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Declan trying to pass the guard but Turturro defending well.
Turturro is trying to maintain the position but Declan is very close to passing his half guard.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
Declan passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Declan (17) vs (0) Turturro
Declan working away.#T10#
Turturro is looking to regain half guard here but Declan keeps moving and retains side control.
Declan wants to control but Turturro is keeping him busy.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
Declan tries to move to mount but Turturro blocks the move with his legs.
Turturro is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #SUB#
Declan is trying to get an arm triangle but Turturro is defending well.
You can see the frustration on Turturro's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T11#
Turturro tries to bench press Declan off him but Declan keeps the position.
Declan is looking to take a break and control but Turturro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Turturro tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Declan wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Turturro can't do much from the bottom here.
Declan trying to control the position but Turturro is working away. #SUB#
Declan working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Declan in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T12#
Declan trying to control the action but Turturro is working from the bottom.
Turturro is trying to get back to half guard.
Declan trying to control the position but Turturro is working away.
Declan laying and praying for a moment but Turturro takes advantage and regains half guard.
Turturro is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T13#
Declan is keen to just control but Turturro is a slippery customer.
Declan is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Declan has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Declan perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Declan tries to pass to full mount but Turturro defends it.
Declan is keen to just control but Turturro is a slippery customer.
Turturro is looking to control Declan's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Turturro avoid being mounted?#T14#
Declan wants to pass to mount but Turturro is defending the position.
Declan trying to control the pace.
Turturro wants to improve his position but Declan is controlling well.
Declan performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Turturro trying to control but Declan postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Declan trying to pass the guard but Turturro defending well.
Declan is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Declan (20) vs (0) Turturro
And that's the end of the fight!
Declan takes the fight on points by 20 to 0.
Our winner, Aedan Declan, 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.
Billy Turturro was interviewed post fight and said 'Cazzo... not again! Mamma mia!'. |
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Event:
CACC 149: Kuronoa vs Judge
Date: Dec 13, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 7 losses; Ryan Hell! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Hell looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hell (2) vs (0) Turturro#SUB#
Hell seems to be working for a kimura but Turturro defends the submission attempt.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Turturro works his way to full guard. Good work.
Hell 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.
Hell stands and throws Turturro's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hell (5) vs (0) Turturro
Hell controlling the position from side mount.
Hell wants to control but Turturro is keeping him busy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro is trying to control Hell's posture but Hell avoids it. #T1#
Turturro manages to get back to half guard.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions off his back.
Turturro is trying to maintain the position but Hell is very close to passing his half guard.
Turturro tries to get to full guard but Hell has control of the leg.
Turturro is refusing to be controlled, as Hell sits in half guard.
Turturro won't allow Hell to pass to mount. #T2#
Hell is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Hell (8) vs (0) Turturro
Turturro can't escape the position.
Hell avoids the attempt from Turturro to control.
Turturro is just holding on here. Hell manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hell (11) vs (0) Turturro#SUB#
Hell working for a choke but Turturro reverses nicely into Hell 's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hell (11) vs (2) Turturro
Turturro looking to sit in guard and control but Hell gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hell (13) vs (2) Turturro
Hell stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Turturro is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hell is aware though and is defending well.#T3##SUB2#
Turturro has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Hell can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Turturro looking to control but Hell passes into half guard.
#SUB#
Hell 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.
Hell is trying to control. Turturro wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Hell sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T4#
Hell prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Hell wants to take a breather but Turturro is having none of it. #SUB#
Hell seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Hell is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Hell is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Hell trying to control from Turturro's half guard. Turturro has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Hell from controlling successfully. #T5#
Turturro controls Hell momentarily but Hell frees himself.
Turturro keeping moving, preventing Hell from controlling successfully.
Turturro looking to control.
Hell is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Hell stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Turturro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hell pushes down on Turturro's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Hell wants to work for an arm triangle but Turturro is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T6#
Turturro has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hell is working away from the top position though.
Hell trying to control the action but Turturro is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Hell 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.
Hell trying to pass the guard but Turturro defending well.
Turturro is looking to improve his position.
#T7#
Hell is thwarting Turturro's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Turturro looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Hell is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Turturro sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Turturro looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hell trying to advance position but Turturro counters by regaining guard. #SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a triangle but Hell pushes his legs off easily.
Hell looking to sit in guard and control but Turturro gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hell (13) vs (4) Turturro#T8#
Turturro wants to control from the top but Hell keeps moving. #SUB#
Hell looking for a guillotine here but Turturro defends easily.
Hell working a defensive guard here.
Turturro trying to control the position from guard on top but Hell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hell keeping full guard, as Turturro tries to pass.
Hell trying to keep a closed guard but Turturro is proving a slippery customer.
#T9#
Turturro 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.
Turturro must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Turturro wants to control from the top but Hell keeps moving.
Turturro looking to sit in guard and control but Hell gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hell (15) vs (4) Turturro
Hell controlling from the top position.
Hell trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Hell content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Turturro has locked up a guillotine! Turturro's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Hell is holding on here and Turturro must be using up a lot of energy. Hell has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Turturro gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Billy Turturro!
Billy Turturro 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:
CACC 145: St Pierre vs Dennis
Date: Nov 29, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 3 losses; Peter OBrien! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Billy Turturro!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Chris Downing and Frank Dennis.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Turturro shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with OBrien but OBrien pushes him off and we're back to square one.
OBrien appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#TD2#
Turturro drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: OBrien (0) vs (4) Turturro
Turturro working away.
OBrien's coaches at JAG Battle Gym have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
Turturro trying to control the position but OBrien is working away.
OBrien tries to buck Turturro off but Turturro is having none of it.
Turturro happy to just control the position for now.
Turturro working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
OBrien tries to buck Turturro off but Turturro is having none of it.
OBrien gets back to half guard.#T1#
Turturro content to control rather than advance.
OBrien is trying to maintain the position but Turturro is very close to passing his half guard.
Turturro is looking to advance position but OBrien won't allow it.
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but OBrien keeps working. #SUB2#
Turturro seems to be looking for submissions.
OBrien wants to control but Turturro is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Turturro is trying to work for a kimura but OBrien is defending well.
OBrien wants to get back to full guard.#T2#
OBrien won't allow Turturro to pass to mount.
OBrien wants to improve his position but Turturro is controlling well.
OBrien is staying active underneath Turturro, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Turturro passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: OBrien (0) vs (7) Turturro
OBrien tries to buck Turturro off but Turturro is having none of it.#SUB2#
Turturro is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. OBrien knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Turturro working away.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but OBrien is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3##SUB2#
Turturro working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB2#
Turturro tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
OBrien tries to improve position but can't.
You can see the frustration on OBrien's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Turturro taking a breather here. #T4#
Turturro is looking to take a break and control but OBrien is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
OBrien struggling a bit here.
OBrien is trying to work for a sweep but Turturro has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: OBrien (0) vs (9) Turturro
OBrien tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Turturro trying to control but he's not successful this time.
OBrien gets back to half guard.
Turturro wants to take a breather but OBrien is having none of it.
OBrien gets back to full guard.
Turturro is pushing down on OBrien's leg trying to pass to half guard. OBrien is fighting to maintain full guard but Turturro has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Turturro is working for a submission of some sort.
#T5#
OBrien tries to get to full guard but Turturro has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Turturro is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Turturro trying to control from half guard but OBrien is working away.
OBrien won't allow Turturro to pass to mount.
Turturro uses his free foot to push down on OBrien's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for OBrien. Score +3 for passing guard: OBrien (0) vs (12) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro is looking to secure an arm. He's managed it! He's pivoting for an armbar - that looks tight! But OBrien has managed to get out of it and now he's in a dominant position. Nice work from OBrien! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: OBrien (2) vs (12) Turturro#SUB2#
Turturro had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. OBrien defends it easily.#T6#
OBrien trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
OBrien sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Turturro's guard.
OBrien prevents Turturro from improving his position.
Turturro trying to control from the bottom.
OBrien really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.#SUB2#
Turturro is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! OBrien is tapping! Great win for Turturro!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Billy Turturro!
Our winner, Billy Turturro, 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:
PL MMA 37 McDonald vs Colucci
Date: May 08, 2020 |
#R1##TD2#
Turturro shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Turturro showed some decent athleticism there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Takenao is looking to control Turturro's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Takenao avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Turturro is working for a kimura but Takenao is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura but Takenao is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Turturro to get the leverage.
Turturro prevents Takenao from improving his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro not doing much here.
Takenao manages to get to full guard.
#T1#
Turturro sitting in guard here, content to control.
Turturro passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Takenao tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Turturro wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB2#
Turturro looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Turturro tries for a kimura but Takenao is defending well.
Takenao is looking to reverse the position.#SUB2#
Turturro has worked his way into a potential kimura here. Takenao is trying to get out of the position but his squirming has just got him deeper into trouble. Turturro yanks on the arm and Takenao is forced to tap due to a very painful looking submission! Nice work by Turturro.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Billy Turturro!
Jumping up and down and very excited, Billy Turturro waved his t-shirt featuring Brooklyn Apothecary's logo in front of the cameras.
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Event:
WPFC 53 - Papi vs. Wolfang
Date: Mar 21, 2020 |
#R1#
Turturro will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Pryce half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Turturro has a takedown stuffed.
Turturro darts in looking for a takedown but Pryce gets double underhooks and turns Turturro into the cage.
Pryce attempts a counter takedown but Turturro avoids it well and moves away.
Joshua Pryce has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Turturro.
Turturro changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Pryce tries to avoid it but Turturro manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Pryce to the ground. Pryce escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD2#
Turturro bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Turturro takes a little break here. Pryce wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#SUB2#
Turturro is trying to get an arm triangle but Pryce is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Turturro tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Pryce is letting Turturro control him for a moment. #T1##SUB2#
Turturro tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Pryce might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Turturro thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Turturro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Pryce keeps working. #SUB2#
Turturro is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Pryce knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T2#
Pryce is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Turturro's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Turturro trying to mount his opponent but Pryce defends it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Turturro wants to work for an arm triangle but Pryce is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Pryce defends it well. #SUB2#
Turturro is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Pryce is just riding it out for now. Turturro eventually gives up the hold.
Pryce is looking to improve his position.
#T3##SUB2#
Turturro is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Pryce is just riding it out for now. Turturro eventually gives up the hold.
Pryce is looking to control Turturro's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Pryce avoid being mounted?
Turturro wants to free his trapped foot but Pryce is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB2#
Turturro is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Turturro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Pryce sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Pryce is defending against the submission attempts here by Turturro.
Pryce wants to control but Turturro is keeping busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Turturro trying to mount his opponent but Pryce defends it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Billy Turturro dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
Turturro shoots in and drives through. Pryce sprawls well.
Billy Turturro seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Turturro changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Pryce tries to avoid it but Turturro manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Pryce to the ground. Pryce escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Pryce half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Turturro has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Pryce leaves Turturro with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Joshua Pryce has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Turturro.
Turturro fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Pryce avoids it really well and circles away.
Pryce appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Turturro dives in and grabs Pryce's left leg, looking for a takedown. Pryce pushes down on Turturro's head and hops out.
Turturro shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Turturro darts in looking for a takedown but Pryce gets double underhooks and turns Turturro into the cage. #TD2#
Turturro shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Turturro is breathing heavily.#SUB2#
Turturro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Pryce sees it coming and defends easily.#T1##SUB2#
Turturro is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Pryce sees it coming and defends easily.
Pryce on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Pryce tries to get out of the position.
Turturro tries to pass to full mount but Pryce defends it. #SUB2#
Turturro is looking for a kimura here.
Pryce trying to control here.
Turturro controlling the pace. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Turturro is keen to just control but Pryce is a slippery customer.
Pryce is looking to improve his position.
Turturro has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. #SUB2#
Turturro has hold of Pryce's left arm, perhaps looking for a submission. The two fighters tussle over control of the isolated limb and Pryce manages to get his arm back to his side and away from danger.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Turturro looking for a guillotine from mount but Pryce is having none of it. #T3##SUB2#
Turturro has control of Pryce's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Pryce regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#SUB2#
Turturro goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Pryce turns into him and now he's in Turturro's guard.
Pryce landing some decent shots from guard.
Pryce pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Turturro is keeping the position for now.
Pryce trying to control the position from guard on top but Turturro is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Turturro pushes a forearm under Pryce's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Pryce is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Billy Turturro!
Our winner, Billy Turturro, 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:
WPFC 48 - Tantor vs. Lund
Date: Feb 15, 2020 |
#R1##TD2#
Beretti feints and as Zdravkov raises his hands in defense, Beretti changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Zdravkov tries to strike from the bottom.
We've been hearing good reports from Zdravkov'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.
Beretti controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Zdravkov striking from his own guard.
Zdravkov looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB#
Zdravkov is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Beretti is aware though and is defending well.
Zdravkov throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
Zdravkov looking to control.
Beretti wants to control from the top but Zdravkov keeps moving.
Beretti works a leg free and moves into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beretti trying to pass the guard but Zdravkov defending well. #SUB2#
Beretti is working for a kimura but Zdravkov is defending it quite comfortably.
Zdravkov knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Beretti on the ground.#SUB2#
Beretti is looking for a kimura here.
#T1##SUB2#
Beretti is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Zdravkov is looking to control Beretti's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Zdravkov avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Zdravkov is defending against the submission attempts here by Beretti.
Zdravkov wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Beretti seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. Zdravkov is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Billy Beretti!
Billy Beretti thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
WPFC 42 - New Year, Same Blood
Date: Jan 04, 2020 |
#R1#
Battlehammer punishes Beretti's body with a nice straight punch.
Horrible takedown attempt by Beretti or perhaps it was just good defense by Battlehammer, which made it look bad.
Battlehammer misses with a series of wild punches.
Beretti with the counter takedown but Battlehammer avoids it easily.
Battlehammer misses with a wild body shot.
Beretti misses with a takedown attempt
and Battlehammer counters with a nice body shot.
Battlehammer leaves Beretti with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Bruenor Battlehammer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Beretti.
Battlehammer with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Beretti shoots for a takedown but Battlehammer saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Beretti walks into a left hand.
Battlehammer misses with a two punch combination.
#TD2#
Beretti 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.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Beretti forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Beretti wants to work for an arm triangle but Battlehammer is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Beretti is trying to work for a kimura but Battlehammer is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB2#
Beretti is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Battlehammer doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Beretti.
Beretti controlling the pace. #SUB2#
Beretti is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Beretti is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Battlehammer trying to control but Beretti postures up.
Beretti moves into full mount! Battlehammer won't be happy about that!
My spies in Indigo Starseed's Zen Jujutsu Monastery inform me that Beretti has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Battlehammer wants to control but Beretti is having none of it.
Beretti fails to advance to Battlehammer's back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Beretti is going oldschool here, as he tries to force Battlehammer to tap using a forearm choke. This isn't 1993 though, so Battlehammer shrugs it off. #SUB2#
Beretti with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
#T3##SUB2#
Beretti has control of Battlehammer's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Battlehammer regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Beretti prevents Battlehammer from getting the reversal.
Beretti tries to control but Battlehammer wriggling away. #SUB2#
Beretti goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Battlehammer turns into him and now he's in Beretti's guard.
Beretti controlling Battlehammer's posture. #T4##SUB2#
Beretti is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Battlehammer frees his head nicely. Oh but Beretti has switched to an armbar! Battlehammer is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:25 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Billy Beretti!
After the big win, Billy Beretti made sure to do all the important stuff like thanking his sponsors Urban Fighter and telling the interviewer how much he loves him.
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Event:
WPFC 32 - Tantor vs Zdravkov
Date: Oct 26, 2019 |
#R1#
Beretti darts in looking for a takedown but Kraulthammer gets double underhooks and turns Beretti into the cage. #TD#
Kraulthammer shoots in and gets a takedown into Beretti's guard.
Kraulthammer sitting in guard here, content to control.
Our spies down at at Touch Of Death Combat Academy inform us that Beretti has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Beretti utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Kraulthammer trying to control the position from guard on top but Beretti is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Beretti controls Kraulthammer momentarily but Kraulthammer frees himself.
Beretti wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #SUB2#
Beretti is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Kraulthammer frees his head nicely. Oh but Beretti has switched to an armbar! Kraulthammer is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Billy Beretti!
Billy Beretti seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
The defeated Lars Kraulthammer had this to say: 'Get that camera out of my face'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 30, 2019 |
#R1#
Mazzoni leaves Beretti with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Mazzoni will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Beretti goes for a double leg but Mazzoni avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Mazzoni continues to drive forward.
Mazzoni wants to counter the offense by Beretti and move into the clinch position.
Beretti shoots in looking for a takedown but Mazzoni manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Beretti's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Billy Beretti. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Beretti decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Mazzoni is pressing down on Beretti's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Mazzoni keeping moving, preventing Beretti from controlling successfully.
Beretti is stalling in the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Mazzoni looking for a sweep. Not yet Mazzoni, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beretti stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Mazzoni swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Beretti passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Beretti looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #T1##SUB#
Beretti tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Beretti has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Mazzoni is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
Beretti tries for a kimura but Mazzoni is defending well. #SUB#
Beretti in side control, working for a kimura. He's got hold of an arm and he's torquing it... Mazzoni is tapping! That's the end of the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Billy Beretti!
Billy Beretti thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 23, 2019 |
#R1#
Beretti with a poor takedown #CL2#
and John moves into the clinch.#TD2#
John has hold of one of Beretti's legs. Beretti is fighting the takedown attempt but John gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Beretti pulls John in to control the position.
Beretti manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. John manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Beretti stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. John swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Beretti looking to sit in guard and control but John gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
John controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
John trying to control but Beretti is working from the bottom.
John must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beretti is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Beretti has his foot on John's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. John works his way back into a safe position though.
Beretti pulls John in to control the position. #T1#
Beretti trying to control the position.
John trying to control the position from guard on top but Beretti is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Beretti isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. John stacks Beretti 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 John!
John in side control, just content to control the action for now.
John fails to land a wild elbow strike.
John tries to advance to mount but can't.
Beretti managing to avoid any damage from the strikes thrown by John.
#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
John is looking to take a break and control but Beretti is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Beretti wants to control but John postures up.
Beretti looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Beretti is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on John's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB#
Beretti looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
John trying to pass the guard but Beretti defending well.
Beretti trying to control here.
John lands strikes from half guard.#T3#
John wants to control but Beretti is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Beretti looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
John tries to pass to full mount but Beretti defends it.
Beretti regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB#
Beretti is looking for a triangle here but John uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
John lands a nice forearm strike.
John is looking to take a break and control but Beretti is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
A bit of a lull in the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Beretti tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Beretti manages to get back to half guard.
Beretti moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
John engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
John trying to control the position from guard on top but Beretti is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Long John dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2#
Beretti throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around John's waist but John gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Beretti off to one side.
Beretti misses with a takedown attempt - John sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Beretti shoots in looking for a takedown but John manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Beretti's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Billy Beretti. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
John clinches up against the cage.#TD#
Beretti pulls guard successfully.
#SUB#
Beretti working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. John doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. John manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
John wants to control from the top but Beretti keeps moving. #SUB#
Beretti is looking for a triangle but John pushes his legs off easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
John wants to control from the top but Beretti keeps moving.
John wants to pass the guard but Beretti is keeping the position.#T1#
Beretti looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
John trying to control but Beretti is working from the bottom.
Long John has got the better of the ground game so far.
John engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
John trying to control the position from guard on top but Beretti is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Beretti looking for submissions from the bottom but instead John passes into half guard.
Beretti tries to get to full guard but John has control of the leg. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
John wants to take a breather but Beretti is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Beretti wants to get back to full guard.
John trying to control the pace.
Beretti controlling the position for now.
John looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Beretti is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#T3#
Beretti shoots in for a takedown but John shows good takedown defense. #CL2#
John closes the distance and clinches. #TD2#
John works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard.
John has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Beretti keeping moving, preventing John from controlling successfully.
John stopping the sweep attempt from Beretti.
John trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
John got a little sloppy there for a moment and Beretti has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, John has managed to get both his arms back between Beretti's legs - danger averted.
Beretti controls John momentarily but John frees himself. #SUB2#
John is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Beretti is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Beretti has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR##T4#
Beretti wants to pass the guard but John is keeping the position.
Beretti wants to control from the top but John keeps moving.
John wants to sweep here but Beretti controlling him for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
John is trying to control the position but Beretti postures up.
Beretti stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. John swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Beretti trying to control but John is working from the bottom.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Long John showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Beretti looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? John is fending him off so far but Beretti persists. Nope, John circles away and we're back to standing.
Beretti shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with John but John pushes him off and we're back to square one.
John wants to clinch.
Beretti shoots in but no luck this time.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Billy Beretti. That's going to take a lot out of him.#CL2#
John darts in and clinches Beretti up against the cage.
Beretti wants to take the fight to the mat but John manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#TD2#
John has hold of one of Beretti's legs. Beretti is fighting the takedown attempt but John gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Beretti is trying to keep John in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
John is working Beretti over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
John looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Beretti not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T1#
Beretti seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
John wants to control from the top but Beretti keeps moving.
Beretti manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. John manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
John is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
Beretti trying to hold on to John's head to control him but John postures up.
Beretti gets back to full guard.
Billy Beretti has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
Beretti throwing strikes off his back to little effect.
John trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Beretti looking for a sweep. Not yet Beretti, not yet. #SUB#
Beretti is looking for a triangle but John pushes his legs off easily.
Beretti looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Beretti trying to control the position.
John showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
John trying to control but Beretti is working from the bottom. #T3##SUB#
Beretti had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. John defends it easily.
John content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
John scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
John is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
John drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Beretti dives on top into guard.#REVR##SUB#
Beretti is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T4#
Beretti sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed John's guard.
John avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Beretti.
Beretti trying to control the action but John is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Beretti is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so John is just riding it out for now. Beretti eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Beretti 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Beretti thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed John's head.
And that's the end of the fight!
Long John comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well John 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 Trevor Gratis scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alec Ball scores the fight 27:30
Judge William Peck scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Long John!
Our winner, Long John, 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.
Billy Beretti spoke after the fight, saying 'Cazzo... not again! Mamma mia!'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 06, 2019 |
#R1#
Madon stuns Beretti with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Madon stuffs the takedown attempt from Beretti. Beretti gets slowly back to his feet.
Beretti shoots in for a takedown but Madon shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Beretti shoots in looking for a takedown but Madon manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Beretti's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Billy Beretti. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Beretti is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Madon's half guard.#SUB#
Beretti wants to work for an arm triangle but Madon is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Beretti is trying to control. Madon wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Madon trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Beretti tries to control but Madon wriggling away. #SUB#
Beretti has control of Madon's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Madon regains control of the situation pretty easily.
#T1#
Madon is trying to stand up.
We've been hearing good reports from Beretti'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.#SUB#
Beretti is working to isolate an arm here. It's a telegraphed submission attempt but he's gone for it anyway - and he's got it! Beretti extends the arm and Madon is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:35 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Billy Beretti!
After winning the bout, Billy Beretti thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
In defeat, John Madon stepped up to the mic, saying 'You're lucky... YOU'RE DAMN LUCKY I AIN'T GOT MY SHANK FOOL!!!!'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Mar 03, 2019 |
#R1#
Matoba lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
#KD#
Oooooh!!! Matoba has knocked Beretti down with a huge combo! Matoba steps away and waves a wobbly Beretti back to his feet! This one might not go much longer!#ROC#
Beretti is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Billy Beretti has been cut.#CL#
Matoba clinches.
Beretti is still on wobbly legs! Can Matoba finish him?#TD2#
Beretti ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Beretti no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his 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!
Matoba stopping the sweep attempt from Beretti.
Matoba trying to control the position from guard on top but Beretti is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Beretti working for a triangle but Matoba defends it easily.
Beretti seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Beretti seems to have recovered his senses.
Matoba tries to stand but Beretti is controlling from the bottom.
Beretti controlling Matoba's posture. #SUB2#
Beretti is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Beretti pulls Matoba in close to his closed guard and prevents Matoba from doing any damage or advancing position.#T1##SUB2#
Beretti has his feet on Matoba's thighs here. He's pushed Matoba off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Matoba screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Billy Beretti!
A victorious Billy Beretti thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
In defeat, Nathan Matoba stepped up to the mic, saying 'Good job, keep it up. Ganbatte!'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 27, 2019 |
#R1#
Horrible takedown attempt by Beretti or perhaps it was just good defense by Ice, which made it look bad.
Ice throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
Ice lets loose with a powerful body kick. Beretti will feel that in the morning.
Ice stuffs the takedown.
Beretti fails to land the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Billy Beretti. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Ice scores with a nice body kick.
Ice throws a sloppy head kick and Beretti moves out of range easily.
Both fighters circling a little - Ice finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Beretti is breathing heavily.
Ice lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt. #ROC2#
Beretti is rocked!
Beretti drops his hands momentarily and Ice needs no second invitation. He sets himself and throws a perfect high kick, that clips Beretti just on the top of the head. Beretti drops like a sack of potatoes to the canvas, out cold! Oooooooh yeah! Stick a fork in Beretti - he's done!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Gangly Ice!
Gangly Ice seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
The defeated Billy Beretti had this to say: 'Sometimes it won't go down, and sometimes it won't go up... this is one of those times. Mi dispiace for letting you and the Turturros down Dad.'.
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Feb 18, 2019 |
#R1#
Goodman changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Beretti tries to avoid it but Goodman manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Beretti to the ground. Beretti escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet. #TD2#
Beretti manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Goodman on his heels. He'll look to pass Goodman's guard now, I'm sure.
Beretti trying to control but Goodman is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Beretti thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Beretti pushing down on Goodman's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Goodman is refusing to be controlled, as Beretti sits in half guard.
Goodman wants to get back to his feet.
Still in half guard, Beretti seems content to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Beretti is looking for a kimura here.
Beretti has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Beretti is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Goodman has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Goodman wants to get back to his feet.
#T1#
Goodman is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #SUB2#
Beretti working for a guillotine from mount but Goodman is in no mood to give up.
Beretti tries to push Goodman's head away but Goodman is holding on tight.
Beretti wants to take his opponent's back but Goodman doesn't allow it. #SUB2#
Beretti looking to secure an arm triangle but Goodman defends it well.
Goodman is squirming around, avoiding Beretti's attempts to control the action.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Beretti jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Goodman manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Goodman is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Goodman's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2##SUB2#
Beretti tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Goodman tries to escape but Beretti is in control. #SUB2#
Beretti is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Goodman has escaped the position, nice work there.
Beretti tries to advance to mount but can't. #SUB2#
Beretti tries for a kimura but Goodman is defending well. #SUB2#
Beretti looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Beretti wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Goodman, who protects the arm well. #T3##SUB2#
Beretti working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Beretti looks winded!
Goodman is trying to control Beretti's posture but Beretti avoids it.
Goodman tries to improve position but can't.
Goodman is trying to escape and get back to his feet.
Goodman can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Beretti working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Goodman is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Goodman pushes Beretti away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Beretti gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Beretti looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
Beretti is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Goodman is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Goodman is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Beretti asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Beretti in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Goodman is working hard to escape and get back to his feet. After a battle for position, Beretti asserts his dominance and retains side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Beretti tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Billy Beretti dominated that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R2##TD2#
Beretti closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. #SUB2#
Beretti seems to be looking for submissions.
Goodman is trying to stand.
#SUB2#
Beretti is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Beretti prevents Goodman from standing back up.
Goodman is looking to control Beretti's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Goodman avoid being mounted?
Goodman is refusing to be controlled, as Beretti sits in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goodman is looking to control Beretti's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Goodman avoid being mounted?
Beretti is taking a breather. Goodman 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.
Beretti is keen to just control but Goodman is a slippery customer.#T1#
Beretti stops Goodman from getting back to his feet.
Goodman trying to control but Beretti postures up.
Goodman looks like he's trying to stand up.
#SUB2#
Beretti is looking for a kimura but Goodman is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Beretti to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Beretti is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Beretti is controlling the pace.
Beretti prevents Goodman from standing back up.
#SUB2#
Beretti is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Goodman sees it coming and defends easily.
Beretti prevents Goodman from standing back up.
#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Beretti is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Goodman defends it well. #SUB2#
Beretti is looking for a kimura here.
Beretti is breathing heavily.
Goodman is staying active underneath Beretti, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Goodman is trying to stand.
#SUB2#
Beretti 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#
Beretti is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Beretti wants to work for an arm triangle but Goodman is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T3#
Goodman trying to hold on to Beretti's head to control him but Beretti postures up.
Beretti prevents Goodman from standing back up.
Goodman trying to control but Beretti postures up.
Beretti trying to mount his opponent but Goodman defends it.
Beretti prevents Goodman from standing back up.
Beretti is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for Goodman! #SUB2#
Beretti jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Goodman manages to avoid the submission attempt.
Goodman tries to escape but Beretti is in control. #ES#
Goodman explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there!
Goodman shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Beretti but Beretti pushes him off and we're back to square one.#T4##TD2#
Beretti shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Beretti showed some decent athleticism there. #SUB2#
Beretti seems to be working for a kimura but Goodman defends the submission attempt.
Goodman trying to hold on to Beretti's head to control him but Beretti postures up.
#SUB2#
Beretti wants to work for an arm triangle but Goodman is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Goodman is trying to stand back up but Beretti is controlling him
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Beretti seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB2#
Beretti seems to be looking for submissions.
Goodman is trying to stand back up but Beretti is controlling him
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Billy Beretti showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Beretti shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Beretti stuffs the takedown attempt from Goodman. Goodman gets slowly back to his feet.
No luck for Beretti with that takedown attempt.
Goodman is looking to counter the offense by Beretti and move into the clinch.#TD2#
Beretti closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Goodman quickly recovers to half guard.
Goodman is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Goodman tries to kick Beretti off but Beretti keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Beretti wants to pass the guard but Goodman is defending well. #ES#
Goodman kicks off Beretti and gets to his feet.
Beretti keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.#TD2#
Beretti scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #T1#
Beretti seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Goodman does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Beretti is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Beretti is looking for a kimura but Goodman is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Beretti to get the leverage.
Beretti has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Goodman wants to get back to his feet.
#SUB2#
Beretti is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Goodman defends it well.
Goodman trying to hold on to Beretti's head to control him but Beretti postures up.
Beretti trying to control the action but Goodman is working from the bottom. #ES#
Goodman makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!#T2#
Beretti shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Goodman as he avoids it easily.
Jorge Goodman has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Billy Beretti.#TD#
Goodman shoots in for a takedown and gets it.#SUB#
Goodman 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.
Beretti gets full guard.#T3##SUB2#
Beretti is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Goodman defends well.
Goodman wants to stand but Beretti has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Beretti looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Billy Beretti is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Beretti is pulling down on Goodman's head to control his posture.
Goodman throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #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.
Goodman wants to stand but Beretti has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Beretti trying to control the position here.
Let's hope that Beretti has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Beretti's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jorge Goodman showed his dominance in that final round.
Well Beretti 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 Gregory Folan scores the fight 28:29
Judge Ian Loll scores the fight 28:29
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Billy Beretti!
Billy Beretti made sure to give a little speech post fight, saying 'I dedicate my life and pro debut victory to the coolest man in the world and my Dad, Frank "Big Salami" Turturro. I only plan to rise higher and fight harder, I swear it on the name of my father; but most of all I swear it on the Turturro family line. Molte grazie everyone!'.
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