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Event:
SSG 194 Macker vs Zulu
Date: Sep 03, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 7 losses; Dan Macker! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 45 wins and 18 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Chad Campbell, David Schapiro and Dean Styles.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Zulu closes the distance and clinches.
Macker changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Zulu fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#TD2#
Macker gets caught napping as Zulu dives in and scores a takedown. Macker manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Macker (0) vs (2) Zulu
Zulu won't allow Macker to sweep him here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Macker working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Macker throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T1#
Macker not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu is stalling in the full guard.
Macker looking for a sweep. Not yet Macker, not yet.
Zulu controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2#
Macker tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Macker keeping full guard, as Zulu tries to pass.
Macker working a defensive guard here.
Macker 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.
Zulu controls from within his opponent's guard. #T3##SUB#
Macker isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Zulu stacks Macker 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 Zulu! Score +3 for passing guard: Macker (0) vs (5) Zulu
Macker stops Zulu from passing to mount.
A lull in the action here.
Macker is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T4#
Zulu controlling the position from side mount.
Macker is trying to control Zulu's posture but Zulu avoids it. #T5#
Zulu has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Macker (0) vs (7) Zulu
Zulu controlling the position easily from mount.
Macker working to try and regain half guard.
Zulu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T6#
Macker working to try and regain half guard.
Macker tries to lock up and control but Zulu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Macker might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Zulu wants to take his opponent's back but Macker doesn't allow it.
Macker wants to control but Zulu is having none of it.
Zulu is trying to take his opponent's back.
#T7#
Zulu controlling the position easily from mount.
Zulu prevents Macker from getting the reversal.
Macker wants to hold on but Zulu pushes him away.
Macker is looking to improve his position but Zulu isn't that keen on the idea.
Macker is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T8#
Zulu prevents Macker from getting the reversal.
Zulu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Let's hope that Zulu 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.
Zulu is trying to take his opponent's back.
Zulu looking to control and managing it successfully. #T9#
Macker tries to improve his position but instead Zulu has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Macker (0) vs (10) Zulu
Macker is in bad spot here.
Macker trying to control the position but Zulu manages to sink in the hooks.
Zulu has good solid back control here.
You can see the frustration on Macker's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T10#
Zulu really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Macker.
Zulu's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Macker is in bad spot here.
#T11#
Macker just trying to survive but Zulu is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Zulu keeps control of the position easily here as Macker tries to buck him off.
It looks like Zulu 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.#T12#
Macker wants to escape the position.
Zulu keeps control of the position easily here as Macker tries to buck him off.
Macker trying to control but not successfully.
Good control from Zulu.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Zulu.
Macker is really stuck here.
#T13#
Well,Macker is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Zulu just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Macker trying to control the position but Zulu manages to sink in the hooks.
Zulu is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T14#
Macker looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Zulu is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Zulu controlling well, preventing Macker from escaping the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zulu controls the position.
Zulu is hanging on to Macker's back as he tries to escape.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu wins on points by 10 to 0.
An out of breath Shaka Zulu 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 396
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 44 wins and 18 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 18 losses; Abubakar Camara!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Wesley Smith and Frank Dennis.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Zulu drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Zulu (4) vs (0) Camara
Zulu trying to control the position but Camara is working away.
Camara is looking for a sweep.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Zulu is looking to take a break and control but Camara 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.
Zulu controls the position from side control.#T1#
Camara gets back to half guard.
Camara is refusing to be controlled, as Zulu sits in half guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Zulu is pressing down on Camara's thigh, looking to free his foot. Camara is holding on for now.
Camara trying to control but Zulu postures up.
#T2##SUB2#
Camara looking for submissions off his back.
Zulu stalling. #T3#
Zulu is trying to control. Camara wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Zulu is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Camara is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Zulu trying to control the pace.
Zulu is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Camara reverses the position - he's now on top in Zulu's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (4) vs (2) Camara#T4#
Camara trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Zulu wants to sweep but no luck.
Camara tries to free his leg and advance position but Zulu is retaining full guard.
Zulu keeping moving, preventing Camara from controlling successfully.
Zulu is pulling down on Camara's head to control his posture. #T5#
Zulu not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Zulu is looking to sweep but instead, Camara has passed into half guard.
Zulu tries to get to full guard but Camara has control of the leg.
Camara content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Zulu trying to hold on to Camara's head to control him but Camara postures up.
#T6#
Camara prevents Zulu from improving his position.
Zulu is working hard here to advance position.
Zulu keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Zulu tries to roll over but Camara keeps him under control.#T7#
Zulu keeping control of the position.
Camara looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Camara wants to control but Zulu is keeping him busy. #T8#
Zulu tries to roll over but Camara keeps him under control.
Camara works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (4) vs (5) Camara
Camara wants to control the pace but Zulu is squirming around nicely.
Zulu is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at SSJ Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Zulu can't escape the position.
Camara can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Zulu is looking to escape. #T9#
Zulu is wriggling around trying to escape.
Camara fails to take his opponent's back.
Zulu 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: Zulu (6) vs (5) Camara
Camara keeping moving, preventing Zulu from controlling successfully.
Our spies down at at Convicted Fight Club inform us that Camara has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T10#
Zulu stays in close to Camara's body and controls the position.
Camara looking for a sweep. Not yet Camara, not yet.
Camara 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: Zulu (6) vs (7) Camara
Zulu slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Camara showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T11#
Zulu 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.
Camara wants to pass the guard but Zulu is keeping the position.
Zulu lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (8) vs (7) Camara
Zulu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Camara swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T12#
Zulu 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.
Zulu sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Camara's guard.
Zulu stalling.
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.
Camara is trying to maintain the position but Zulu is very close to passing his half guard.#T13#
Zulu wants to control but Camara is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Camara looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Zulu wants to free his trapped foot but Camara is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Zulu is taking a breather. Camara 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.#T14#
Zulu is looking to take a break and control but Camara is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Zulu is taking a breather. Camara 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.
Camara trying to hold on to Zulu's head to control him but Zulu postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Camara is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Zulu is staying active.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 8 to 7.
Shaka Zulu thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CWC 393 Peterson vs Ottke
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 Montreal, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 6 losses; Bob Le Boulder! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 43 wins and 18 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Stewart Dunkirk, Alan Glass and Gwen Towbar.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Zulu takes the fight into the clinch. #TD2#
Zulu turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Le Boulder (0) vs (4) Zulu
Zulu trying to control the position but Le Boulder is working away.
Le Boulder wants to control but Zulu postures up.
Le Boulder regains half guard.
Le Boulder keeping control of the position.
Le Boulder is looking for a sweep. Zulu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Le Boulder is trying to control but can't.
#T1#
Zulu is looking to advance position but Le Boulder won't allow it.
Le Boulder is looking to control Zulu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Le Boulder avoid being mounted?
Le Boulder is in a bad position, trying to hold on for dear life but he is really struggling to maintain any sort of control.
Zulu works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Le Boulder (0) vs (7) Zulu
Le Boulder is in all sorts of trouble here.
Le Boulder might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Zulu wants to control the pace but Le Boulder is squirming around nicely.
Le Boulder wants to hold on but Zulu pushes him away.#T2#
Zulu content just to control the position here.
Le Boulder wants to control but Zulu is having none of it.
Le Boulder is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Canucks Combat Club, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Zulu looking to control but Le Boulder is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Le Boulder is looking to improve his position but Zulu isn't that keen on the idea.
Zulu controlling from the full mount.
Le Boulder working to try and regain half guard.
Zulu content just to control the position here.
Le Boulder tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T3#
Zulu trying to control but Le Boulder is having none of it.
Le Boulder is looking to improve his position but Zulu isn't that keen on the idea.
Le Boulder wants to control but Zulu is having none of it.
Zulu seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Le Boulder is holding on tight.
Le Boulder is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Le Boulder 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.#T4#
Zulu is thwarting Le Boulder's attempts to control the position.
Le Boulder wants to improve his position but Zulu is controlling well.
Zulu takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Le Boulder is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Zulu with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Le Boulder is looking to control Zulu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Le Boulder avoid being mounted?
Zulu keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Zulu's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T5#
Zulu tries to pass to full mount but Le Boulder defends it.
Zulu keeps trying to improve his position.
Le Boulder is trying to control but can't.
Le Boulder is looking to improve his position.
Zulu is thwarting Le Boulder's attempts to control the position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Zulu in particular looking to stall.
Le Boulder gets full guard.
Le Boulder is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T6#
Zulu being controlled here momentarily.
Le Boulder keeping moving, preventing Zulu from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Le Boulder is looking for a triangle here but Zulu uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Le Boulder (0) vs (10) Zulu
Zulu is staying tight to Le Boulder's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Le Boulder is trying to control Zulu's posture but Zulu avoids it.
Zulu is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Le Boulder tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T7#
Le Boulder can't do much from the bottom here.
Le Boulder manages to get back to half guard.
Le Boulder manages to get to full guard.
Le Boulder tries to land a sweep but no joy.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Le Boulder holds on and takes a little breather.
Zulu sitting in guard here, content to control.
Le Boulder trying to keep a closed guard but Zulu is proving a slippery customer.
Le Boulder can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Zulu controls the pace.#T8#
Zulu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Le Boulder is keeping the position for now.
Le Boulder looking to control.
Le Boulder keeping full guard, as Zulu tries to pass.
Zulu stopping the sweep attempt from Le Boulder.
Le Boulder wants to hit a sweep here but Zulu passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Le Boulder there! Score +3 for passing guard: Le Boulder (0) vs (13) Zulu
Zulu content just to control the position here.
Le Boulder tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T9#
Le Boulder is working hard here to advance position.
Zulu tries to control but Le Boulder wriggling away.
Le Boulder is looking to improve his position but Zulu isn't that keen on the idea.
Le Boulder slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Le Boulder is trying to get back to full guard.
Le Boulder trying to control here.
Le Boulder is looking for a sweep. Zulu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T10#
Well, if Zulu 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.
Le Boulder regains full guard. Nicely done.
Le Boulder is adopting a defensive guard.
Zulu won't allow Le Boulder to sweep him here.
Le Boulder has control of Zulu's left arm, preventing Zulu from doing any damage.
Zulu trying to control the position from guard on top but Le Boulder is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Le Boulder wants to sweep but no luck. #T11#
Le Boulder has control of Zulu's left arm, preventing Zulu from doing any damage.
Zulu content to stall in guard here.
Zulu trying to control but Le Boulder is working from the bottom.
Le Boulder tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Zulu looking to pass the guard.
Le Boulder looking to control.
Le Boulder wants to sweep here but Zulu controlling him for the moment. #T12#
Zulu engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Le Boulder looking to control.
Le Boulder looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zulu is one step ahead there.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Le Boulder is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Le Boulder (2) vs (13) Zulu
Le Boulder tries to free his leg and advance position but Zulu is retaining full guard.
Zulu looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T13#
Zulu managing to control the position.
Zulu keeping moving, preventing Le Boulder from controlling successfully.
Zulu has Le Boulder pulled in close to control his posture.
Le Boulder slips nicely into half guard.#T14#
Le Boulder is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Zulu is looking to improve his position.
Zulu is trying to maintain the position but Le Boulder is very close to passing his half guard.
Zulu wants to get back to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Le Boulder is keen to just control but Zulu is a slippery customer.
Le Boulder is looking to advance position but Zulu won't allow it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu wins on points by 13 to 2.
Shaka Zulu thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CWC 389
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 43 wins and 17 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 16 losses; Anthony Lavicci!
The judges for this bout are Thiago Cunha, Seu Braga and Daniel Cesar.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Lavicci darts in looking for a takedown but Zulu gets double underhooks and turns Lavicci into the ropes. #TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Lavicci. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Zulu (0) vs (4) Lavicci
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Zulu is looking for a sweep.
Lavicci trying to control the action but Zulu is working from the bottom.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Lavicci working his ground and pound in the gym. He isn't landing a great percentage of his ground strikes so far though.
Zulu tries to bench press Lavicci off him but Lavicci keeps the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lavicci moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Zulu is looking to regain half guard here but Lavicci keeps moving and retains side control. #T1#
Zulu is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at SSJ Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Lavicci taking a breather here.
Lavicci trying to control the position but Zulu is working away. #T2#
Lavicci is trying to move to mount but Zulu reverses beautifully and ends up in Lavicci's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (4) Lavicci
Zulu sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Zulu stopping the sweep attempt from Lavicci.#T3#
Lavicci being controlled here, momentarily.
Zulu forces his way into half guard.
Zulu slows the pace down in half guard.
Zulu tries to pass to full mount but Lavicci defends it. #T4#
Lavicci wants to get back to full guard.
Lavicci trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (5) vs (4) Lavicci
Zulu controlling from the full mount.
Lavicci tries to reverse the position but Zulu maintains control.
Lavicci tries to hold on but Zulu postures up.#T5#
Lavicci can't escape the position.
Zulu fails to move to back control.
Lavicci tries to hold on but Zulu pushes him away.
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.
Lavicci is controlling an arm, preventing Zulu from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Lavicci is working to get back to half guard.
#T6#
Lavicci prevents Zulu from taking his back.
Zulu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Zulu'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.
Lavicci tries to lock up and control but Zulu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T7#
Zulu controlling the position easily from mount.
Lavicci tries to improve his position but instead Zulu has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (8) vs (4) Lavicci
Zulu not allowing Lavicci to control his hands.
Lavicci breaks Zulu's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (8) vs (6) Lavicci
Zulu pulls Lavicci in close to prevent any damage. #T8#
Lavicci controls from within his opponent's guard.
Zulu keeping moving, preventing Lavicci from controlling successfully.
Zulu bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Lavicci's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (10) vs (6) Lavicci
Zulu trying to control the position from guard on top but Lavicci is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T9#
Lavicci seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Zulu wants to control from the top but Lavicci keeps moving.
Zulu's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Lavicci pulls Zulu in close to his closed guard and prevents Zulu from doing any damage or advancing position.
Zulu wants to control from the top but Lavicci keeps moving. #T10#
Zulu preventing the sweep.
Zulu tries to free his leg and advance position but Lavicci is retaining full guard.
Lavicci being controlled here, momentarily. #T11#
Zulu wants to pass the guard but Lavicci is keeping the position.
Zulu controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Zulu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lavicci is keeping the position for now. #T12##SUB2#
Zulu lying in Lavicci's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Lavicci decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Zulu taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Anthony Lavicci!
Anthony Lavicci is the new super heavyweight champion!
An out of breath Anthony Lavicci 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 386
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 42 wins and 17 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 66 wins and 37 losses; Judas Priest!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Daniel Cesar and Matheus Silva.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Priest closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Zulu quickly recovers to half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (0) vs (2) Priest
Well, if Priest 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.
Zulu'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.
Priest is pressing down on Zulu's thigh, looking to free his foot. Zulu is holding on for now.
Zulu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
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.
Priest trying to control from Zulu's half guard. Zulu has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Zulu seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Zulu will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T1#
Priest passes Zulu's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Zulu manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Priest trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Zulu looking to hit a scissor sweep but Priest is one step ahead there.
Zulu pulls Priest in close to his closed guard and prevents Priest from doing any damage or advancing position.#T2#
Priest stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zulu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Zulu pulls Priest in to control the position.
Zulu keeping full guard, as Priest tries to pass.
Zulu tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T3#
Priest trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Priest controlling from the top position.
Zulu manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Priest manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (2) Priest
Priest is trying to control the position but Zulu postures up.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Priest looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
Zulu looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've been informed that Priest has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Priest looking for a sweep. Not yet Priest, not yet.
Zulu showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Priest is trying to keep Zulu in close.
Priest looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zulu is one step ahead there.
Priest is still trying to improve position.#T5#
Zulu 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.
Priest looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Zulu avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Zulu is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Zulu won't allow Priest to sweep him here. #T6#
Priest being controlled here, momentarily.
Priest looking to control.
Zulu engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Priest looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zulu is one step ahead there.
Priest is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T7##SUB2#
Priest throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Zulu escapes and throws Priest's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (5) vs (2) Priest
Zulu tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Priest tries to buck Zulu off but Zulu is having none of it.
Priest trying his best to control but Zulu has mounted him. Score +2 for reaching mount: Zulu (7) vs (2) Priest#T8#
Zulu controlling the position easily from mount.
Priest prevents Zulu from taking his back.
Zulu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Zulu tries to control but Priest wriggling away.
Zulu content just to control the position here.
Priest is trying to escape the mount.
#T9#
Zulu controlling from the full mount.
Zulu prevents Priest from getting the reversal.
Zulu controlling the position easily from mount.
Priest really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Priest has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (10) vs (2) Priest#T10#
Priest tries to roll but Zulu sticks to his back.
Zulu trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Priest doesn't escape.
Priest is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T11#
Priest trying to control the hands but Zulu won't let him.
Zulu is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Zulu seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Priest for as long as he can get away with.
Priest tries to escape but Zulu has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T12#
Zulu has good solid back control here.
Priest trying to control the hands but Zulu breaks the grip.
Zulu is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Priest is trying to break free.
Zulu controls the position.
Priest breaks Zulu's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (10) vs (4) Priest#T13#
Priest preventing the sweep.
Zulu keeping moving, preventing Priest from controlling successfully.
Zulu looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Zulu trying to keep a closed guard but Priest is proving a slippery customer.
Priest is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T14#
Zulu keeping full guard, as Priest tries to pass.
Zulu looking to hit a scissor sweep but Priest is one step ahead there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Priest trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 10 to 4.
Shaka Zulu retains his super heavyweight title!
Shaka Zulu 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 383
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 41 wins and 17 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 15 losses; Abubakar Camara!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Thiago Cunha and Matheus Silva.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Zulu tries to clinch up but Camara circles away and keeps his distance.
And Camara tries to counter it with a takedown but Zulu pushes his down on his head and steps out.#TD#
Zulu closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Camara to the mat! Camara manages to get full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (0) Camara#SUB2#
Camara working for a triangle but Zulu defends it easily.
Zulu sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu'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.#T1#
Zulu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Our spies down at at Convicted Fight Club inform us that Camara has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T2#
Zulu's corner is telling him to maintain position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Camara wants to control but Zulu passes easily into half guard.
Zulu trying to control the pace. #T3#
Further stalling from Zulu.
Camara is trying to get back to full guard.
Zulu is pressing down on Camara's thigh, looking to free his foot. Camara is holding on for now.
Zulu takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#T4#
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Zulu is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Camara is looking to improve his position.
Zulu takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Zulu moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (5) vs (0) Camara
Zulu controls the position from side control.#T5#
Camara is trying to get back to half guard.
Camara prevents Zulu from improving position.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Camara tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T6#
Zulu tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
The referee asks Zulu politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Zulu prefers to stall for the moment though.#T7#
Camara is trying to improve his position.
Camara trying to control but Zulu flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (8) vs (0) Camara
Zulu controlling the position well here. Camara rolled but Zulu kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Zulu wants to control but Camara manages to buck him off and is now in Zulu's guard! Nice work there by Camara! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (8) vs (2) Camara
Camara wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving. #T8#
Camara sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Zulu keeping full guard, as Camara tries to pass.
Zulu has Camara pulled in close to control his posture.
Zulu has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T9#
Zulu wants to sweep here but Camara controlling him for the moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zulu controlling the position.
Camara controls from within his opponent's guard. #T10#
Zulu keeping full guard, as Camara tries to pass.
Camara pushes down on Zulu's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Zulu is looking to control Camara's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Zulu avoid being mounted?#T11#
Zulu desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Camara not doing much here.
Zulu is staying active underneath Camara, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T12#
Zulu tries to roll over but Camara keeps him under control.
Camara trying to control the pace.
Zulu trying to hold on to Camara's head to control him but Camara postures up.
Zulu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T13#
Zulu is staying active underneath Camara, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Zulu has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Camara is working away from the top position though.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB2#
Camara is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T14#
Zulu is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Camara's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Camara's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Zulu (12) vs (2) Camara
Camara tries to roll but Zulu sticks to his back.
Zulu is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Zulu.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 12 to 2.
Shaka Zulu retains his super heavyweight title!
A victorious Shaka Zulu 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 379
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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 65 wins and 36 losses; Judas Priest! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 40 wins and 17 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Alexandre Firmino, Mauricio Rocha and Leandro Rodrigues.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Priest shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Zulu napping and manages to drive through into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Priest (4) vs (0) Zulu
Zulu tries to buck Priest off but Priest is having none of it.
Zulu struggling a bit here.
Priest controls the position from side control.
Zulu 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.
Priest trying to control the action but Zulu is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Priest taking a breather here.
Zulu keeps Priest under control for a moment.
Priest staying calm.
Zulu keeping his opponent close.#T2#
Priest is looking to take a break and control but Zulu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Zulu is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.
Priest looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zulu is letting Priest control him for a moment. #T3#
Priest is looking to take a break and control but Zulu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Zulu stops Priest from passing to mount.
Zulu gets back to half guard.#T4#
Priest not doing much here.
Priest is trying to control. Zulu wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Zulu is looking to improve his position.
Zulu controlling the position well.
Priest not doing much here.
#T5#
Zulu is holding on to half guard well.
Priest is trying to control the action in half guard but Zulu is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Priest sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Zulu slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T6#
Priest 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.
Zulu is pulling down on Priest's head to control his posture. #T7#
Zulu keeping moving, preventing Priest from controlling successfully.
Zulu has control of Priest's left arm, preventing Priest from doing any damage. #T8#
Priest is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Zulu trying to control the position here.
Priest's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T9#
Priest wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Zulu looking to hit a scissor sweep but Priest is one step ahead there.
Zulu managing to control the position. #T10#
Priest 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.
Zulu keeping full guard, as Priest tries to pass.
Priest is working hard here to advance position.#T11#
Zulu is adopting a defensive guard.
Priest stopping the sweep attempt from Zulu.#SUB#
Priest drops back, looking for a kneebar! Zulu looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Zulu looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Zulu! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Priest (4) vs (4) Zulu#T12#
Priest is looking for a sweep.
Priest is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Zulu is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Priest (4) vs (6) Zulu
Priest wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Priest (4) vs (9) Zulu
Zulu 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.
Zulu is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Zulu is not going to allow Priest to sit and survive in this position.
Zulu controls the action.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T13#
Let's hope that Zulu 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.
You can see the frustration on Priest's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Zulu keeps control of the position easily here as Priest tries to buck him off.
Zulu avoiding Priest 's attempts to control his hands.
Priest is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Zulu.
#T14#
It looks like Zulu 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.
Zulu is continuing to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Priest tries to escape but Zulu has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu wins on points by 9 to 4.
Shaka Zulu is the new super heavyweight champion!
Shaka Zulu thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CWC 375
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 39 wins and 17 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 6 losses; Sergey Makarov!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Felipe Paraventi and Alexandre Firmino.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Makarov fails to land the takedown.
Makarov shoots for a takedown but Zulu saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Zulu 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#
Makarov shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (0) vs (2) Makarov
Makarov prevents Zulu from improving his position.
My spies in Globo Gym inform me that Makarov 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.
Makarov tries to pass the half guard into mount. Zulu knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
Makarov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#T1#
Zulu 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.
Makarov trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Makarov trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Zulu manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (2) Makarov
Makarov is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Makarov 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#
Makarov is looking for a triangle here but Zulu uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (5) vs (2) Makarov#T2#
Zulu tries to advance to mount but can't.
Makarov is looking to regain half guard here but Zulu keeps moving and retains side control.
Zulu working away.
Makarov is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Makarov manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #T3#
Makarov tries to get to full guard but Zulu has control of the leg.
Makarov has his hands clasped together around Zulu's back. He's all about the action.
Zulu sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Makarov is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
Makarov moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Zulu content to stall in guard here.
Makarov pulls Zulu in close to his closed guard and prevents Zulu from doing any damage or advancing position.
Makarov looking for a sweep. Not yet Makarov, not yet. #T5#
Makarov looking to control.
Makarov being controlled here, momentarily.
Zulu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Zulu stopping the sweep attempt from Makarov.
Makarov is trying to control the position but Zulu postures up.
Makarov working a defensive guard but Zulu passes into half guard.
Zulu slows the pace down in half guard.
Makarov controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #T6#
Makarov trying to get back to full guard but Zulu takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (8) vs (2) Makarov
Makarov is trying to escape the mount.
Zulu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Makarov looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (11) vs (2) Makarov#T7#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Makarov can't escape the position.
Makarov trying to control the action but Zulu just sinks the hooks in.
Makarov tries to break free.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Zulu controlling the positon.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Makarov tries to roll but Zulu sticks to his back.
#T8#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Zulu keeps control of the position as Makarov tries to break free.
#SUB#
Makarov fending off the submission attempt from Zulu.
Makarov is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Zulu.
#T9#
Makarov tries to escape the position.
Zulu just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Makarov wants to escape the position.
Zulu controls the position.#T10#
Zulu has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Zulu seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Makarov for as long as he can get away with.
Zulu has the hooks in. Makarov is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Zulu not allowing Makarov to control his hands.
Zulu controlling the position well here. Makarov rolled but Zulu kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Makarov tries to escape the position.
#T11#
Zulu doesn't have the hooks in and Makarov manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (11) vs (4) Makarov
Makarov trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Zulu has Makarov pulled in close to control his posture.
Makarov controls from within his opponent's guard.
Zulu seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T12#
Makarov pushes down on Zulu's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
Makarov is working for a kimura but Zulu is defending it quite comfortably.
Makarov is looking to take a break and control but Zulu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T13#
Zulu is concentrating on defense, preventing Makarov from advancing position.
Zulu manages to get to full guard.
Makarov pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zulu is keeping the position for now.
Zulu seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Makarov looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T14#
Zulu pulls Makarov in close to prevent any damage.
Zulu keeping full guard, as Makarov tries to pass.
Makarov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
It looks like Makarov 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.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 11 to 4.
Shaka Zulu 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 372
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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 14 losses; Abubakar Camara! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 38 wins and 17 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Leandro Rodrigues and Emerson Jorge.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Zulu clinches up against the cage.
Zulu wants to take the fight to the mat but Camara manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#TD#
Camara works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Camara (2) vs (0) Zulu
Camara controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Zulu wants to sweep but no luck.
Camara controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Camara looking to pass the guard. #T1#
Zulu wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
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#
Zulu can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Camara controls the pace.
Zulu keeping moving, preventing Camara from controlling successfully. #T3#
Camara looking to sit in guard and control but Zulu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Camara (2) vs (2) Zulu
Camara wants to sweep here but Zulu controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T4#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Camara working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Zulu has passed into half guard!
#T5#
Zulu is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Camara tries to roll over but Zulu keeps him under control.#T6#
Camara trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Camara (2) vs (5) Zulu
Camara wants to hold on but Zulu pushes him away.
Zulu looking to control but Camara is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Camara is desperately trying to improve his position but Zulu has a good base and remains in mount.
Zulu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T7#
Camara tries to improve his position but instead Zulu has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Camara (2) vs (8) Zulu
Zulu just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Camara is really stuck here.
#T8#
Zulu 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.
Camara is trying to break free.
#T9#
Zulu controls the position.
I really don't envy Camara right now.
Zulu just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Zulu gets his hands free as Camara looks to control. #T10#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Camara is in bad spot here.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Zulu's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Zulu keeps control of the position as Camara tries to break free.
Camara is keeping busy.
#T11#
Zulu just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Zulu's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Zulu controls the position.#T12##T13#
It looks like Zulu 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.
Camara is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Zulu controlling the position well here. Camara rolled but Zulu kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T14#
Zulu wants to control but Camara is keeping busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Camara trying to control the hands but Zulu breaks the grip.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu wins on points by 8 to 2.
During a confident post fight interview, Shaka Zulu thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 369
Date: Apr 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 37 wins and 17 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 41 wins and 31 losses; Tsuyoi Kakuto!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Luis Engracia and Matheus Silva.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kakuto misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Kakuto shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Zulu defends it nicely.#CL#
Zulu clinches up against the cage.
Kakuto prevents a takedown attempt there.
Zulu has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Kakuto avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Zulu is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shaka Zulu. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Zulu lands a takedown into guard.
Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (0) Kakuto
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakuto looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zulu is one step ahead there.
Zulu 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.
Zulu is stalling in the full guard.
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.#T1#
Kakuto is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Kakuto being controlled here, momentarily.
Kakuto wants to sweep here but Zulu controlling him for the moment. #T2#
Zulu looking to pass the guard.
Kakuto looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Kakuto working for a triangle but Zulu defends it easily.
Kakuto has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Zulu has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (5) vs (0) Kakuto
Kakuto is trying to improve his 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.
Kakuto tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Zulu presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Zulu (7) vs (0) Kakuto#T3#
Kakuto sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kakuto is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Zulu's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Zulu's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Zulu (7) vs (4) Kakuto
My spies in Canucks Combat Club inform me that Kakuto has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Zulu manages to reverse the position and now he's in Kakuto's guard. Nice work there by Zulu.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (9) vs (4) Kakuto
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.#SUB2#
Kakuto looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Kakuto wants to sweep but no luck.
Zulu is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Kakuto has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Zulu 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 Kakuto. Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (12) vs (4) Kakuto#T4#
Zulu tries to advance to mount but can't.
Kakuto is looking to reverse the position.
Kakuto being controlled for a moment.
Kakuto tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Zulu wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Zulu seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Kakuto for as long as he can get away with.
Kakuto manages to get back to half guard.#T5#
Zulu prevents Kakuto from improving his position.
Kakuto makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Kakuto.
Kakuto looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zulu is one step ahead there.
Zulu is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Kakuto wants to sweep here but Zulu controlling him for the moment.
Zulu controls from within his opponent's guard.
Zulu preventing the sweep. #T6#
Kakuto wants to hit a sweep here but Zulu passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Kakuto there! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (15) vs (4) Kakuto
Kakuto really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Zulu controlling the position easily from mount.
Zulu seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Kakuto is holding on tight.
Kakuto is looking to improve his position but Zulu isn't that keen on the idea.
Zulu controlling from the full mount. #T7#
Zulu wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Zulu controlling the position easily from mount.
Kakuto is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Zulu manages to capitalize on a mistake by Kakuto to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (18) vs (4) Kakuto
Kakuto breaks Zulu's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (18) vs (6) Kakuto
Zulu managing to control the position. #T8#
Kakuto trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Zulu has his hands on Kakuto's head, controlling the position.
Zulu bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Kakuto's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (20) vs (6) Kakuto#T9##SUB2#
Kakuto working for a triangle but Zulu defends it easily.
Kakuto can't keep his opponent in guard - Zulu advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Zulu is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Kakuto is trying to get back to full guard.
Zulu wants to pass the guard but Kakuto is defending well.
Kakuto is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Zulu jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (23) vs (6) Kakuto
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. #T10#
Kakuto is looking for a sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kakuto looking for a sweep but Zulu has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Zulu (25) vs (6) Kakuto
Kakuto tries to reverse the position but Zulu maintains control.
Kakuto looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (28) vs (6) Kakuto
Kakuto rolls, trying to escape but Zulu keeps control of the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Kakuto tries to escape the position.
Zulu controlling the position well here. Kakuto rolled but Zulu kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Kakuto rolls, trying to escape but Zulu keeps control of the position.
#T11#
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.
Zulu keeps control of the position as Kakuto tries to break free.
Zulu is trying to stick to Kakuto's back but Kakuto is turning into Zulu. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Zulu's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Kakuto. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (28) vs (8) Kakuto
Kakuto won't allow Zulu to sweep him here. #T12#
Zulu is working hard here to advance position.
Zulu has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Kakuto has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (28) vs (11) Kakuto
Kakuto tries to advance to mount but Zulu denies him.
Zulu is trying to improve his position.
Zulu keeps Kakuto under control for a moment.#T13#
Zulu is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T14#
Zulu struggling a bit here.
Zulu stops Kakuto from passing to mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zulu gets back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 28 to 11.
A victorious Shaka Zulu thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
Tsuyoi Kakuto was interviewed post fight and said 'KyÅ wa watashi ga katenaito kami wa watashi ni itta (God Told Me I cannot Win today) '. |
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Event:
CWC 365
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 36 wins and 17 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 7 losses; Gotan Wasselach!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Matheus Silva and Seu Braga.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Wasselach misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Wasselach shoots in for a takedown but Zulu shows good takedown defense.
Zulu shoots for a takedown but Wasselach saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Wasselach fails with a takedown attempt.
Zulu 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.
Shaka Zulu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Gotan Wasselach.#CL#
Zulu pushes Wasselach up against the cage in a clinch.
Wasselach is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Zulu is defending well.
Zulu drops to a knee looking for a takedown but Wasselach gets the underhooks and prevents it.
Zulu has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Wasselach after a bit of a struggle.
Zulu is trying to drag Wasselach to the mat but Wasselach just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Wasselach tries for a takedown. No joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu goes for a takedown attempt but Wasselach pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL#
Zulu rushes Wasselach and presses him up against the cage.
Wasselach wants a takedown but no success here.
Wasselach drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Wasselach wants to take the fight to the mat but Zulu manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.#T1##TD#
Zulu has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Wasselach clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Zulu (4) vs (0) Wasselach
Wasselach is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Good control from Zulu.
Wasselach rolls, trying to escape but Zulu keeps control of the position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
#T2#
Wasselach trying to control the hands but Zulu won't let him.
What can Wasselach do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#T3#
Wasselach turns into Zulu and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (4) vs (2) Wasselach
Zulu looking to hit a scissor sweep but Wasselach is one step ahead there.
Zulu seems keen to control Wasselach's posture.
Wasselach preventing the sweep. #T4#
Wasselach is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Wasselach advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (4) vs (5) Wasselach
Wasselach trying to control the action but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Zulu struggling a bit here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zulu is trying to get back to half guard.#T5#
Zulu trying to remain calm as Wasselach controls from the top position.#T6#
Zulu manages to get back to half guard.
Zulu is trying is best to control the position here.
Wasselach is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Wasselach wants to take a breather but Zulu is having none of it.
Zulu tries to roll over but Wasselach keeps him under control.
Zulu keeping control of the position. #T7#
Zulu is looking to improve his position.
Zulu keeping hold of Wasselach's head, controlling as best he can. #T8#
Wasselach controlling the pace.
My spies in House of 1000 Corpses inform me that Wasselach has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Zulu is looking for a sweep. Wasselach is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Zulu is working hard here to advance position.
Wasselach controlling the pace. #T9#
Wasselach prevents Zulu from improving his position.
Wasselach trying to control the action but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Wasselach is taking a breather. Zulu 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.
Let's hope that Wasselach 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#
Zulu wants to improve his position but Wasselach is controlling well.
Zulu is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T11#
Zulu wants to get back to full guard.
Zulu keeping hold of Wasselach's head, controlling as best he can.
Wasselach trying to advance position but Zulu counters by regaining guard. #T12#
Wasselach showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Wasselach trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Zulu manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (6) vs (5) Wasselach#T13#
Zulu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Zulu controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Zulu seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Wasselach for as long as he can get away with.
Wasselach is pulling down on Zulu's head. It's preventing any offense from Zulu, at least for the moment.#T14#
Zulu pushes down on Wasselach's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Wasselach tries to get to full guard but Zulu has control of the leg.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Wasselach trying to control from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 6 to 5.
Shaka Zulu 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 362
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 35 wins and 17 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 13 losses; Scott Hall!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Leandro Rodrigues and Luis Engracia.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD#
Hall gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (0) Hall
Zulu controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Hall wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Hall bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Zulu's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (2) Hall
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hall looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Zulu bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Hall's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (4) vs (2) Hall#T1#
Zulu advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (7) vs (2) Hall
Hall wants to control but Zulu postures up.
Zulu 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hall tries to buck Zulu off but Zulu is having none of it.
Hall is trying to escape the position but Zulu is controlling the position.
Hall is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
A lull in the action here as Zulu stalls from top position.#T2#
Hall is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Zulu wants to control but Hall is keeping him busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hall tries to improve position but can't.
Zulu wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hall keeps working.
Hall tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Zulu wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T3#
Zulu staying calm.
Hall is looking for a sweep.
You can see the frustration on Hall's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
A lull in the action here as Zulu stalls from top position.
Hall stops Zulu from passing to mount. #T4#
Hall is trying to improve his position.
Hall tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Zulu presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Zulu (9) vs (2) Hall
Zulu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hall is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Zulu content just to control the position here. #T5#
Hall is in all sorts of trouble here.
Hall wants to hold on but Zulu pushes him away.
Zulu controlling his opponent.
Hall is wriggling around trying to escape.
Zulu controlling his opponent.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hall working to try and regain half guard.
Zulu with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
#T6#
Hall is just holding on here. Zulu manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (12) vs (2) Hall
Hall is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Hall rolls, trying to escape but Zulu keeps control of the position.
Hall trying to control the hands but Zulu breaks the grip.
Zulu has good solid back control here. #T7#
Hall tries to escape the position.
Zulu has good solid back control here.
Hall is really stuck here.
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.
#T8#
Zulu'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.
Hall wants to control his opponent's hands but Zulu gets his hands free.
Hall tries to escape the position.
Hall is still trying to improve position.
Hall is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Zulu 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.
Hall looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T9#
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.
Zulu has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Hall tries to roll but Zulu sticks to his back.
#T10#
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.
Zulu has the hooks in. Hall is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Zulu 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.
Zulu seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Hall for as long as he can get away with.#T11#
Hall rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Hall tries to roll over but Zulu keeps him under control.
Hall is positioning himself well to prevent Zulu advancing to mount.
Hall trying to hold on to Zulu's head to control him but Zulu postures up.
Zulu is controlling the pace.
#T12#
Hall keeping hold of Zulu's head, controlling as best he can.
Zulu performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Hall won't allow Zulu to pass to mount.
Zulu seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Hall is concentrating on defense, preventing Zulu from advancing position. #T13#
Zulu looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Further stalling from Zulu.
Hall has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Zulu is working away from the top position though.
Zulu prevents Hall from improving his position.
Hall is trying to control but can't.
Zulu works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (15) vs (2) Hall
Zulu fails to take his opponent's back. #T14#
Hall really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Hall regains half guard.
Zulu is looking to advance position but Hall won't allow it.
Hall wants to control but Zulu is keeping busy.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hall keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 15 to 2.
Shaka Zulu 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 358
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 35 wins and 16 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Sergey Makarov!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Daniel Cesar and Leandro Rodrigues.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Makarov shoots in looking for a takedown. Zulu tries to sprawl out of it but Makarov keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Zulu manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Zulu changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.#CL#
Zulu moves into the clinch.
Zulu is looking for a takedown.
Makarov drops down looking for an ankle pick but Zulu pulls his leg out and moves away.
Zulu leaves Makarov with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Shaka Zulu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Sergey Makarov.
Zulu stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Zulu wants it to stay on the feet.#CL#
Zulu has taken the fight to the clinch.
Zulu tries to score a body lock takedown but Makarov shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#TD#
Zulu wants the takedown. Makarov is fighting it off but Zulu persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Makarov's guard against the cage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (0) Makarov
Makarov controls Zulu momentarily but Zulu frees himself.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu stays in close to Makarov's body and controls the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Makarov is trying to control the position but Zulu postures up.
Makarov lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (2) Makarov
Makarov wants to pass the guard but Zulu is keeping the position.
Zulu 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.
Makarov trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom. #T2#
Zulu looking to hit a scissor sweep but Makarov is one step ahead there.
Zulu keeping moving, preventing Makarov from controlling successfully.
Makarov looking to pass the guard.
Zulu wants to sweep here but Makarov controlling him for the moment. #T3#
Zulu seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Makarov wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Zulu looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Makarov is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T4#
Makarov wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Makarov looking to sit in guard and control but Zulu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (4) vs (2) Makarov
Zulu showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Zulu won't allow Makarov to sweep him here. #T5#
Zulu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Zulu is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Makarov trying to keep a closed guard but Zulu is proving a slippery customer.
Zulu is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB2#
Makarov is looking for a triangle here but Zulu uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (7) vs (2) Makarov#T6#
Makarov is looking for a sweep.
Zulu tries to advance to mount but can't.
Zulu happy to just control the position for now.
Zulu trying to control the action but Makarov is working from the bottom.
Makarov tries to improve position but can't. #T7#
Zulu takes a little break here. Makarov wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Makarov is looking to reverse the position.
Zulu is staying tight to Makarov's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T8#
Zulu has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Makarov! Score +2 for reaching mount: Zulu (9) vs (2) Makarov
Zulu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Zulu prevents Makarov from getting the reversal.
Zulu wants to control the pace but Makarov is squirming around nicely.
Zulu wants to control the action but instead Makarov gets a body lock and reverses into Zulu's guard! Nice work! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (9) vs (4) Makarov#SUB2#
Makarov has gone for a leg lock! Zulu slips out almost immediately though and dives into Makarov's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (11) vs (4) Makarov#T9#
Zulu is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Zulu looking to pass the guard.
Zulu is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Makarov is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Zulu defends well.#SUB2#
Makarov working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Zulu doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Makarov is tightening it up a little... Zulu has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Zulu reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Zulu taps out! Nice BJJ there by Makarov!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Sergey Makarov!
Sergey Makarov thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CWC 354
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 New York, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 15 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 60 wins and 35 losses; Judas Priest!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Daniel Cesar and Leandro Rodrigues.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Priest dives in and scores a takedown into Zulu's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (0) vs (2) Priest
Priest not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Priest's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Priest trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Zulu will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Zulu keeping full guard, as Priest tries to pass.
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 Zulu holds on and takes a little breather. #T1#
Priest trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Priest is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Zulu seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Priest's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T2#
Priest trying to control the position from guard on top but Zulu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zulu managing to control the position.
Priest wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving. #T3#
Priest controls from within his opponent's guard.
Priest stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zulu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Zulu pulls Priest in close to prevent any damage.
Zulu keeping full guard, as Priest tries to pass. #T4#
Zulu can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Priest controls the pace.
Zulu trying to control the position here.
Zulu tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Zulu looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Zulu is trying to control the position but Priest postures up. #T5#
Priest sitting in guard here, content to control.
Priest stopping the sweep attempt from Zulu.
Priest controls from within his opponent's guard.
Zulu has his hands on Priest's head, controlling the position.
Priest tries to free his leg and advance position but Zulu is retaining full guard. #T6#
Zulu trying to control the position here.
Priest stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zulu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T7#
Zulu wants to control the position but Priest says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Priest trying to pass the guard but Zulu defending well.
Zulu gets full guard.
Zulu has his hands on Priest's head, controlling the position.
Priest slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T8#
Priest won't allow Zulu to sweep him here.
Priest controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Zulu looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Zulu is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T9#
Priest tries to free his leg and advance position but Zulu is retaining full guard.
Priest is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Zulu can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Priest controls the pace.
Zulu tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Zulu is looking to sweep but instead, Priest has passed into half guard.
Priest is looking to take a break and control but Zulu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T10#
Priest prevents Zulu from improving his position.
Zulu slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Priest not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Zulu is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Zulu is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Priest is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T11#
Priest won't allow Zulu to sweep him here.
Zulu pulls Priest in close to his closed guard and prevents Priest from doing any damage or advancing position.
Priest trying to control the position from guard on top but Zulu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Priest tries to free his leg and advance position but Zulu is retaining full guard.
Priest controls from within his opponent's guard. #T12#
Priest trying to control the position from guard on top but Zulu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zulu trying to control the position.
#T13#
Zulu looking for a sweep. Not yet Zulu, not yet.
Zulu seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Priest wants to pass the guard but Zulu is keeping the position.#T14#
Zulu tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Zulu pulls Priest in close to his closed guard and prevents Priest from doing any damage or advancing position.
Zulu manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Priest manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (2) Priest
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zulu forces his way into half guard.
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! Zulu is heads and Priest is tails.
The coin is in the air and it lands... tails!
Priest wins on points by 3 to 2.
Judas Priest is the new super heavyweight champion!
A relieved looking Judas Priest 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 349
Date: Mar 26, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 14 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 4 losses; Nick Rodriquez!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Alexandre Firmino and Matheus Silva.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Rodriquez dives in and scores a takedown into Zulu's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (0) vs (2) Rodriquez
Zulu 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.
Zulu 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.
Zulu has control of Rodriquez's left arm, preventing Rodriquez from doing any damage.
Rodriquez controlling from the top position.
Zulu tries to land a sweep but no joy.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rodriquez controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling. #T1#
Zulu 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 trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Zulu pulls Rodriquez in to control the position.
Rodriquez stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zulu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Zulu has control of Rodriquez's left arm, preventing Rodriquez from doing any damage. #T2#
Rodriquez won't allow Zulu to sweep him here.
My spies in KFA inform me that Rodriquez has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Zulu looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Rodriquez puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Rodriquez tries to pass the half guard into mount. Zulu knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Zulu is trying to maintain the position but Rodriquez is very close to passing his half guard.
Rodriquez tries to pass to full mount but Zulu defends it. #T3#
Zulu holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Rodriquez content to control rather than advance.
Zulu wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Zulu controlling the position for now.#T4#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Zulu keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Zulu tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Rodriquez has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (0) vs (5) Rodriquez
Rodriquez tries to control but Zulu wriggling away.
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#
Zulu gets back to half guard.
Zulu is concentrating on defense, preventing Rodriquez from advancing position.
Zulu is trying to maintain the position but Rodriquez is very close to passing his half guard.#T6#
Zulu tries to roll over but Rodriquez keeps him under control.
Rodriquez takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Zulu is not content to let Rodriquez control the position.
Zulu wants to control but Rodriquez is keeping busy.
Zulu wants to get back to full guard.#T7#
Zulu is looking to control Rodriquez's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Zulu avoid being mounted?
Zulu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rodriquez with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Rodriquez wants to free his trapped foot but Zulu is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Rodriquez is thwarting Zulu's attempts to control the position.#T8#
Rodriquez sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Zulu is looking to improve his position.
Zulu is trying to control but can't.
#T9#
Zulu 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: Zulu (0) vs (8) Rodriquez
Zulu manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Rodriquez content to control rather than advance.
Zulu is looking for a sweep. Rodriquez is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Rodriquez tries to pass to full mount but Zulu defends it.
Zulu is trying is best to control the position here. #T10#
Rodriquez content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Zulu wants to improve his position but Rodriquez is controlling well.
Rodriquez seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T11#
Zulu is refusing to be controlled, as Rodriquez sits in half guard.
Rodriquez performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Rodriquez wants to control but Zulu is keeping him busy. #T12#
Rodriquez is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Rodriquez with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Rodriquez wants to take a breather but Zulu is having none of it.
Rodriquez looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Zulu slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Zulu tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T13#
Rodriquez trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Rodriquez is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Rodriquez trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Zulu looking for a sweep. Not yet Zulu, not yet.
Zulu pulls Rodriquez in close to his closed guard and prevents Rodriquez from doing any damage or advancing position.
Zulu wants to sweep but no luck. #T14#
Zulu pulls Rodriquez in close to prevent any damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zulu continues to stall.
And that's the end of the fight!
Rodriquez wins on points by 8 to 0. Nick Rodriquez retains his heavyweight title!
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:
CWC 345
Date: Mar 19, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 14 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 39 wins and 28 losses; Tsuyoi Kakuto!
The judges for this bout are Felipe Paraventi, Emerson Jorge and Daniel Cesar.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Zulu instigates a clinch.
Zulu is looking to take this one to the mat.#TD#
Zulu gets a trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (0) Kakuto
Kakuto is looking to improve his position.
Still in half guard, Zulu seems content to control.
Kakuto is looking to get back to full guard here but Zulu has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (5) vs (0) Kakuto
Kakuto tries to bench press Zulu off him but Zulu keeps the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kakuto is trying to escape the position but Zulu is controlling the position.
Kakuto is looking for a sweep.
Kakuto is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Kakuto keeps trying to improve his position.#T1#
Kakuto trying to remain calm as Zulu controls from the top position.
Kakuto is trying to get back to half guard.
Kakuto trying to remain calm as Zulu controls from the top position.
Kakuto is trying to get back to half guard.
Zulu moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Kakuto tries to improve position but can't. #T2#
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Kakuto is looking for a sweep.
Kakuto regains half guard.
Kakuto tries to get to full guard but Zulu has control of the leg.
Kakuto 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.
Zulu controlling the action here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kakuto has a hand on Zulu's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Zulu takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (8) vs (0) Kakuto
Zulu prevents Kakuto from getting the reversal.#T3#
Kakuto is controlling an arm, preventing Zulu from taking his back. Although keeping him in mount is no better to be honest.
Zulu controlling his opponent.
Kakuto is working to get back to half guard.
Zulu controlling from the full mount.
Zulu has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Kakuto tries to improve his position but instead Zulu has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (11) vs (0) Kakuto
Kakuto is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T4#
Good control from Zulu.
I really don't envy Kakuto right now.
Kakuto is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Kakuto is in bad spot here.
Zulu keeps control of the position easily here as Kakuto tries to buck him off.
Kakuto tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Kakuto slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Zulu trying to control the pace.
Zulu seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Kakuto for as long as he can get away with.
Zulu looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T5#
Kakuto tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Zulu has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (14) vs (0) Kakuto
Zulu trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Zulu controlling his opponent.
Kakuto is looking to improve his position but Zulu isn't that keen on the idea.
Zulu controlling his opponent.
Kakuto tries to reverse the position but Zulu maintains control.#T6#
Zulu manages to capitalize on a mistake by Kakuto to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (17) vs (0) Kakuto
What can Kakuto do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Zulu keeps control of the position as Kakuto tries to break free.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Zulu controlling the positon.
Zulu continues to stall.
Zulu keeps control of the position as Kakuto tries to break free.
#T7#
Zulu has good solid back control here.
Kakuto is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
Zulu controlling the position well here. Kakuto rolled but Zulu kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Kakuto tries to break free.
#T8#
Kakuto is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Zulu'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.
Zulu keeps control of the position as Kakuto tries to break free.
Zulu just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
You can see the frustration on Kakuto's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Kakuto breaks Zulu's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (17) vs (2) Kakuto
Kakuto trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T9#
Zulu has Kakuto pulled in close to control his posture.
Zulu looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Zulu wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Zulu looking for a sweep. Not yet Zulu, not yet.
Zulu pulls Kakuto in to control the position. #T10#
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.
More hug and hope from Zulu.
Kakuto wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving. #T11#
Zulu pulls Kakuto in to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T12#
Kakuto 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.
Kakuto pushing down on Zulu's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Zulu moves into full guard.
Kakuto stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zulu swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T13#
Kakuto works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Zulu desperately trying to maintain half guard. #SUB2#
Kakuto is working for a kimura but Zulu is defending it quite comfortably.
#T14#
Zulu tries to get to full guard but Kakuto has control of the leg.
Zulu trying to get back to full guard but Kakuto takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (17) vs (5) Kakuto
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zulu is squirming around, avoiding Kakuto's attempts to control the action.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 17 to 5.
Shaka Zulu thanked the fans post fight for their support.
The defeated Tsuyoi Kakuto had this to say: 'KyÅ wa watashi ga katenaito kami wa watashi ni itta (God Told Me I cannot Win today) '. |
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Event:
CWC 341
Date: Mar 12, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 48 wins and 16 losses; Dragan Hozdic! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 34 wins and 13 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Percy O'Donnell and Don Winkell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Hozdic gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hozdic (0) vs (2) Zulu
Hozdic is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Zulu looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic looking for a sweep. Not yet Hozdic, not yet. #T1#
Hozdic controls Zulu momentarily but Zulu frees himself.
Zulu stays in close to Hozdic's body and controls the position.
Zulu trying to move into half guard but instead Hozdic has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (2) Zulu
Hozdic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zulu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Hozdic looking to pass the guard.
Zulu has his hands on Hozdic's head, controlling the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu looking for a sweep. Not yet Zulu, not yet.
We've been hearing good reports from Hozdic'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.#T3#
Zulu pulls Hozdic in close to prevent any damage.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Zulu has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Hozdic looking to pass the guard. #T4#
Hozdic trying to move into half guard but instead Zulu has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (2) vs (4) Zulu
Zulu controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Zulu postures up.
Hozdic keeping full guard, as Zulu tries to pass.
Hozdic has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T5#
Zulu controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Zulu postures up.
Hozdic wants to control the position but Zulu says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Zulu controlling the action here. #T6#
Zulu passes to side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Hozdic (2) vs (7) Zulu
Hozdic struggling a bit here.
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Zulu slows the pace down. #T7#
Hozdic tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Zulu wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Zulu slows the pace down.
Zulu wants to control but Hozdic is keeping him busy.
Hozdic is trying to control Zulu's posture but Zulu avoids it. #T8#
Hozdic is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Zulu off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (6) vs (7) Zulu
Zulu 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.
Zulu manages to reverse the position and now he's in Hozdic's guard. Nice work there by Zulu.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (6) vs (9) Zulu
Zulu is looking to advance position but Hozdic has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Hozdic (10) vs (9) Zulu
Zulu is looking to improve his position but Hozdic isn't that keen on the idea.
Zulu tries to hold on but Hozdic postures up.#T9#
Hozdic fails to move to back control.
Zulu is trying to escape the mount.
Hozdic controlling the position easily from mount.
Zulu is just holding on here. Hozdic manages to take his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hozdic (13) vs (9) Zulu#T10#
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Hozdic's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Hozdic keeps control of the position easily here as Zulu tries to buck him off.
Hozdic has the hooks in. Zulu is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T11#
Zulu trying to control but not successfully.
What can Zulu do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Hozdic is not going to allow Zulu to sit and survive in this position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Zulu is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
#T12#
Zulu is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Hozdic's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Hozdic just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#T13#
Hozdic not allowing Zulu to control his hands.
Zulu holding on to Hozdic's left wrist, preventing the choke.
Hozdic really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Zulu.
Zulu turns into Hozdic and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (13) vs (11) Zulu#T14#
Zulu controlling from the top position.
Hozdic wants to sweep but no luck.
Zulu trying to move into half guard but instead Hozdic has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hozdic (15) vs (11) Zulu
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zulu looking to hit a scissor sweep but Hozdic is one step ahead there.
Zulu is trying to control the position from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic takes the fight on points by 15 to 11.
Dragan Hozdic is the new heavyweight champion!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Dragan Hozdic made sure he mentioned HELLS BALLS RECOVERY, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
CWC 337
Date: Mar 05, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 40 wins and 25 losses; Rich Silva Jr! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 13 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Timothy Bukovac and Don Winkell.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Zulu looking to score a takedown here. Silva Jr is defending well but Zulu drives through and ends up in Silva Jr's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Silva Jr (0) vs (2) Zulu#SUB#
Silva Jr is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zulu sitting in guard here, content to control.
Zulu preventing the sweep.
Zulu sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Silva Jr's guard.
Zulu keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Silva Jr looking for submissions off his back.
Zulu is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T1#
Silva Jr is pressing down on Zulu's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Silva Jr wants to sweep here but Zulu controlling him for the moment. #SUB#
Silva Jr has his foot on Zulu's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Zulu works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
Silva Jr looking for a guillotine here but Zulu defends easily.
#SUB#
Silva Jr looking for a guillotine here but Zulu defends easily.
#T2#
Silva Jr keeping full guard, as Zulu tries to pass.
Zulu looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T3#
Silva Jr looking for a sweep. Not yet Silva Jr, not yet.
Zulu wants to control from the top but Silva Jr keeps moving. #SUB#
Silva Jr working for submissions but it's allowed Zulu to get to half guard.
Silva Jr is pressing down on Zulu's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T4#
Silva Jr looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Zulu trying to control the position from guard on top but Silva Jr is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zulu looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Silva Jr is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Zulu defends well.
Zulu not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T5#
Zulu passes Silva Jr's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Zulu controlling the action here.
Zulu is trying to control. Silva Jr wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T6#
Zulu performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Silva Jr gets back to full guard.
#SUB#
Silva Jr has an active guard here but Zulu has managed to pass into half guard.
#SUB#
Silva Jr with the active half guard here but Zulu passes nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Silva Jr (0) vs (5) Zulu#T7#
Silva Jr is trying to get back to half guard.
Silva Jr is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Oblivion Gate, so we'll see if he gets out 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.
Zulu wants to control but Silva Jr is keeping him busy. #T8#
Silva Jr can't do much from the bottom here.
Zulu has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Silva Jr (0) vs (7) Zulu
Zulu content just to control the position here. #T9#
Silva Jr is desperately trying to improve his position but Zulu has a good base and remains in mount.
Zulu controlling his opponent.
Silva Jr is desperately trying to improve his position but Zulu has a good base and remains in mount.
Zulu controlling from the full mount.
Silva Jr tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T10#
Silva Jr reaches up to try and control the position but Zulu seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Silva Jr rolls and tries to escape and now Zulu has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Silva Jr (0) vs (10) Zulu
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu keeps control of the position as Silva Jr tries to break free.
Zulu controlling from the back.
Silva Jr tries to escape but Zulu has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Zulu biding his time, controlling Silva Jr. #T11#
Silva Jr tries to roll but Zulu sticks to his back.
Zulu 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.
Zulu controlling well, preventing Silva Jr from escaping the position.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Zulu controlling the positon.
Silva Jr tries to escape but Zulu has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T12#
Zulu keeps control of the position easily here as Silva Jr tries to buck him off.
Silva Jr tries to escape but Zulu has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Silva Jr is working hard here to advance position.
Zulu has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Silva Jr's body.
Silva Jr is in bad spot here.
#T13#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Zulu controlling the positon.
I really don't envy Silva Jr right now.
Zulu is trying to stick to Silva Jr's back but Silva Jr is turning into Zulu. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Zulu's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Silva Jr. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silva Jr (2) vs (10) Zulu
Silva Jr trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T14#
Zulu seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Zulu 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.
Silva Jr looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Zulu is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Silva Jr showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu wins on points by 10 to 2. Shaka Zulu retains his heavyweight title!
Shaka Zulu decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Rich Silva Jr was interviewed post fight and said 'Me hungry!'. |
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Event:
CATCHMANIA 5
Date: Jan 29, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 13 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 36 wins and 19 losses; Galtero El Toro!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Cecil Peabody and George Francis.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Zulu clinches. #TD2#
El Toro manages to pull guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
El Toro trying to control the position.
El Toro is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
El Toro trying to keep a closed guard but Zulu is proving a slippery customer.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as El Toro holds on and takes a little breather.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
El Toro tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Zulu controls from within his opponent's guard.
El Toro is adopting a defensive guard.#T1#
Zulu showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
El Toro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
El Toro looking for a guillotine here but Zulu defends easily.
#T2#
Zulu is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
El Toro pulls Zulu in close to prevent any damage.
Zulu 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. #T3#
El Toro is trying to control the position but Zulu postures up. #SUB2#
Zulu avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
El Toro controlling the position.#SUB2#
El Toro looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
El Toro is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #T4#
Zulu sitting in guard, not really doing much.
El Toro has control of Zulu's left arm, preventing Zulu from doing any damage. #T5#
Zulu sitting in guard here, content to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
El Toro has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB2#
El Toro throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Zulu is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T6#
Zulu works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Zulu prevents El Toro from improving his position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Zulu in particular looking to stall.
Zulu wants to free his trapped foot but El Toro is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T7#
Zulu prevents El Toro from improving his position.
Zulu controlling the action here.
El Toro controlling the position for now.#T8#
El Toro wants to improve his position but Zulu is controlling well.
Zulu trying to control the pace.
El Toro is looking for a sweep. Zulu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Zulu in particular looking to stall.#T9#
Zulu trying to advance position but El Toro counters by regaining guard.
El Toro is adopting a defensive guard.
El Toro working a defensive guard here.
El Toro tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T10#
Zulu stays in close to El Toro's body and controls the position.
Zulu won't allow El Toro to sweep him here.
Zulu pushing down on El Toro's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Zulu looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
El Toro has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Zulu is working away from the top position though.
El Toro 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.
Zulu keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T11#
El Toro wants to improve his position but Zulu is controlling well.
Zulu trying to control the pace.
Zulu seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down El Toro for as long as he can get away with.
El Toro wants to control but Zulu is keeping busy.
#T12#
Zulu sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Zulu will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Zulu'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 Zulu.
Zulu passes into side control, despite El Toro's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (3) vs (0) El Toro#T13#
Zulu tries to advance to mount but El Toro denies him.
Zulu is looking to take a break and control but El Toro is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
El Toro prevents Zulu from moving into mount.
Zulu is staying tight to El Toro's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Zulu continues to stall.#T14#
El Toro stops Zulu from passing to mount.
Zulu 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!
Zulu trying to control the position but El Toro is working away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 3 to 0.
Shaka Zulu retains his heavyweight title!
After winning the bout, Shaka Zulu 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 334
Date: Jan 22, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 13 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 46 wins and 15 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Tiny Johnson, Cecil Peabody and Stewart Dunkirk.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Zulu gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Hozdic has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Zulu regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (0) vs (2) Hozdic
Hozdic engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Let's hope that Hozdic 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.
Zulu has his hands on Hozdic's head, controlling 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.#T1#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic sitting in guard, not really doing much.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Zulu looking for a sweep. Not yet Zulu, not yet. #T2#
Hozdic controlling from the top position.
Zulu pulls Hozdic in close to prevent any damage.
Zulu has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Hozdic showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Zulu looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T4#
Hozdic showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Zulu trying to control the position here.
My spies in HELLCADEMY inform me that Hozdic has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#T5#
Hozdic controlling from the top position.
Zulu 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: Zulu (2) vs (2) Hozdic
Zulu wants to free his trapped foot but Hozdic is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T6#
Zulu is taking a breather. Hozdic 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.
Hozdic tries to get to full guard but Zulu has control of the leg.
Hozdic has a hand on Zulu's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Zulu takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (5) vs (2) Hozdic
Hozdic prevents Zulu from taking his back.
Zulu prevents Hozdic from getting the reversal.#T7#
Hozdic tries to hold on but Zulu pushes him away.
Hozdic really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Zulu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Hozdic wants to control but Zulu is having none of it.
Zulu can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Hozdic is looking to escape. #T8#
Hozdic holds of for dear life.
Hozdic is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T9#
Zulu content just to control the position here.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Zulu with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Zulu controlling his opponent.
Zulu is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Hozdic is in real trouble.
Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (8) vs (2) Hozdic#T10#
Zulu trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Hozdic doesn't escape.
Hozdic tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Zulu controlling the pace for now.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Zulu.#T11#
Zulu continues to hold on tight.
Hozdic is wriggling around trying to escape.
Zulu controlling from mount.
Hozdic is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T12#
Hozdic regains half guard.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Zulu trying to control from half guard but Hozdic is working away. #T13#
Zulu content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Hozdic tries to roll over but Zulu keeps him under control.
Zulu keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#T14#
Hozdic trying to control here.
Zulu content to control rather than advance.
Hozdic trying to control here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zulu with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 8 to 2.
Shaka Zulu retains his heavyweight title!
Shaka Zulu thanked the fans post fight for their support.
In defeat, Dragan Hozdic stepped up to the mic, saying 'To be the man, you gotta beat the man.'. |
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Event:
CWC 333 - NEW YEAR RAGE
Date: Jan 15, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 7 losses; Scott Hall! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 13 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Emerson Jorge and Matheus Silva.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Zulu darts in and clinches Hall up against the cage.#TD2#
Zulu has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Hall is trying to keep an underhook but Zulu manages to get the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Hall (0) vs (2) Zulu
Hall trying to control here.
Hall holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Hall slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Hall has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Zulu has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Hall (0) vs (5) Zulu
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Zulu working away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hall tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Zulu presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Hall (0) vs (7) Zulu
Hall is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hall doing his best to control the position. Can he escape?#T1#
Hall wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Hall (0) vs (10) Zulu
Hall tries to escape but Zulu has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Zulu 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.
It looks like Zulu 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.
Let's hope that Zulu 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.
Zulu avoiding Hall 's attempts to control his hands. #T2#
I really don't envy Hall right now.
Zulu controlling the position well here. Hall rolled but Zulu kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Hall rolls, trying to escape but Zulu keeps control of the position.
Hall trying to control the hands but Zulu breaks the grip.
Zulu just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
I really don't envy Hall right now.
#T3#
Hall trying to control the hands but Zulu won't let him.
Hall is trying to break free.
Zulu not allowing Hall to control his hands.
Hall can't escape the position.
Zulu has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Hall's body.
#T4#
Hall tries to roll but Zulu sticks to his back.
Hall tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Zulu 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 ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu avoids the attempt from Hall to control.
Hall controls the position.
Zulu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Hall keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
#T5#
Hall is working hard here to advance position.
Zulu controlling his opponent.
Hall is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T6#
Zulu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hall tries to lock up and control but Zulu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Zulu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hall tries to hold on but Zulu pushes him away.
Hall tries to reverse the position but Zulu maintains control.
Zulu controlling from the full mount.
Hall is trying desperately to improve position.#T7#
Zulu controlling from the full mount.
Hall is desperately trying to improve his position but Zulu has a good base and remains in mount.
Hall wants to control but Zulu is having none of it.
Hall is desperately trying to improve his position but Zulu has a good base and remains in mount.
Hall wants to hold on but Zulu pushes him away.
Hall is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T8#
Hall tries to hold on but Zulu pushes him away.
Hall doing his best to control the position. Can he escape?
Hall tries to hold on but Zulu pushes him away.
Zulu controlling his opponent. #T9#
Hall is desperately trying to improve his position but Zulu has a good base and remains in mount.
Zulu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Zulu pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Hall is wriggling around trying to escape.
Hall wants to control but Zulu is having none of it.
Hall is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T10#
Zulu controlling from mount.
Zulu pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Zulu controlling his opponent.
Hall is desperately trying to improve his position but Zulu has a good base and remains in mount.
Zulu avoids the attempt from Hall to control.
Hall tries to reverse the position but Zulu maintains control.
Hall looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Hall (0) vs (13) Zulu
Zulu controlling from the back.#T11#
Hall is trying to break free.
Hall trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Zulu is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Hall trying to control the position but Zulu manages to sink in the hooks.
Hall tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Hall tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Hall tries to control the position but Zulu now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Hall (0) vs (16) Zulu#T12#
Hall tries to escape the position.
Hall is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Hall trying to control the hands but Zulu won't let him.
Hall turns into Zulu and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Hall (2) vs (16) Zulu
Hall wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Hall is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T13#
Hall won't allow Zulu to sweep him here.
Hall is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Hall being controlled here momentarily.
Hall is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Hall wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Hall advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Hall (5) vs (16) Zulu
Zulu 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.#T14#
Zulu is not content to let Hall control the position.
Zulu is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Hall wants to control but Zulu is keeping him busy.
Zulu is trying to improve his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hall staying calm.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu wins on points by 16 to 5.
Shaka Zulu is the new heavyweight champion!
An out of breath Shaka Zulu 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 332 - The Reboot
Date: Jan 08, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 13 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 5 losses; Scott Dolton!
The judges for this bout are Paulo Santos, Leandro Rodrigues and Daniel Cesar.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Zulu moves into the clinch.#TD#
Zulu works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (0) Dolton
Zulu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dolton is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu controls from within his opponent's guard.
Dolton working a defensive guard here.
Zulu slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dolton is keeping the position for now. #T1#
Dolton managing to control the position.
Zulu controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Dolton wants to sweep but no luck. #T2#
Dolton can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Zulu controls the pace.
Zulu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dolton is keeping the position for now.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Dolton holds on and takes a little breather.
Dolton is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Zulu controlling from the top position. #T3#
Zulu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Dolton is keeping the position for now.
Zulu slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Dolton looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zulu is one step ahead there.
Zulu pushes down on Dolton's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T4#
Zulu is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Zulu has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T5#
Dolton is pressing down on Zulu's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Zulu stopping the sweep attempt from Dolton.#SUB2#
Dolton throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Dolton trying to keep a closed guard but Zulu is proving a slippery customer.
#T6#
Zulu will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Zulu sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Dolton looking for a sweep. Not yet Dolton, not yet.
Dolton is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Zulu controlling from the top position. #T7#
Dolton looking for a sweep. Not yet Dolton, not yet.
Zulu tries to free his leg and advance position but Dolton is retaining full guard.
Zulu engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
Dolton has an active guard here but Zulu has managed to pass into half guard.
#T8#
Zulu controlling the action here.
Dolton wants to control but Zulu is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Zulu trying to mount his opponent but Dolton defends it.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Zulu in particular looking to stall.
Dolton keeps control of the position for the meantime. #T9#
Dolton is trying to get back to full guard.
Zulu is pressing down on Dolton's thigh, looking to free his foot. Dolton is holding on for now.
Dolton tries to roll over but Zulu keeps him under control.
Zulu controlling the pace. #T10#
Dolton is trying to get back to full guard.
Dolton is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Dolton trying to get back to full guard but Zulu takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (5) vs (0) Dolton#T11#
Dolton has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (8) vs (0) Dolton
What can Dolton do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Dolton trying to control the action but Zulu just sinks the hooks in.
Dolton can't escape the position.
Zulu biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T12#
Dolton is really stuck here.
I would not like to be Dolton right now.
Zulu'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.#T13#
Further stalling from Zulu.#T14#
If it seems like I'm not saying a lot, it's just because Zulu is stinking the place up with his stalling.
Zulu keeps control of the position as Dolton tries to break free.
Zulu avoiding Dolton 's attempts to control his hands.
Zulu controlling well, preventing Dolton from escaping the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zulu is riding his opponent, not letting Dolton buck him off.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
Shaka Zulu seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
Scott Dolton spoke after the fight, saying 'It is a joke? Let's start it over again.'. |
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Event:
CWC 330 - Trump vs Cruz
Date: Nov 13, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 29 wins and 12 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 44 wins and 14 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Daniel Cesar and Seu Braga.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Hozdic. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Zulu (0) vs (4) Hozdic
Zulu tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Hozdic wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Hozdic trying to control the action but Zulu is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hozdic is staying tight to Zulu's torso, preventing him from escaping. #T1#
Hozdic wants to control but Zulu is keeping him busy.
Zulu'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.
Zulu isn't going anywhere.
Hozdic takes a little break here. Zulu wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Hozdic working away.#T2#
Hozdic takes a little break here. Zulu wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.#SUB2#
Hozdic is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Zulu is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T3#
Zulu tries to buck Hozdic off but Hozdic is having none of it.
Zulu is trying to control Hozdic's posture but Hozdic avoids it.
Zulu trying to remain calm as Hozdic controls from the top position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu is trying to improve his position.
Zulu can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
A lull in the action here.
Zulu is not content to let Hozdic control the position.
Zulu gets back to half guard.#T5#
Hozdic is trying to control the action in half guard but Zulu is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Hozdic is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Hozdic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zulu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hozdic content to stall in guard here. #T6#
Hozdic postures up.
Zulu has his hands on Hozdic's head, controlling the position. #T7#
Hozdic is stalling in the full guard.
Hozdic wants to pass the guard but Zulu is keeping 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.
Zulu looking to control.
Hozdic sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T8#
Zulu has Hozdic pulled in close to control his posture.
Hozdic stopping the sweep attempt from Zulu.
Zulu is working hard here to advance position.
My spies in HELLCADEMY inform me that Hozdic has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Zulu is controlling Hozdic's posture.#T9#
Zulu wants to sweep but no luck.
Zulu is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Zulu wants to sweep but no luck.
Zulu is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving. #T10#
Zulu controlling Hozdic's posture.
Hozdic stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zulu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Zulu not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T11#
Zulu looking for a sweep. Not yet Zulu, not yet.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Hozdic sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Zulu not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hozdic wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving. #T12#
Hozdic is looking to pass into half guard but Zulu pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Zulu is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (4) Hozdic
Hozdic managing to control the position.
Zulu 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.
Hozdic controls Zulu momentarily but Zulu frees himself. #T13#
Hozdic looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Hozdic being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
Hozdic escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Zulu gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #T14#
Hozdic being controlled here, momentarily.
Zulu tries to free his leg and advance position but Hozdic is retaining full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hozdic is trying to control the position but Zulu postures up.
Zulu not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Zulu postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Hozdic wins on points by 4 to 2.
Dragan Hozdic is the new heavyweight champion!
Dragan Hozdic made sure to mention his sponsor, HELLS BALLS RECOVERY in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
CWC 329
Date: Nov 06, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 28 wins and 12 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 12 losses; Abubakar Camara!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Thiago Cunha and Edson Gomes.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Camara shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Zulu but Zulu pushes him off and we're back to square one.#TD#
Zulu changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Camara looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Zulu (4) vs (0) Camara
Camara is trying to improve his position.
Camara is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Zulu is one step ahead and moves to full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Zulu (6) vs (0) Camara
Zulu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu prevents Camara from getting the reversal.#T1#
Zulu controlling the pace for now.
Camara tries to reverse the position but Zulu maintains control.
Zulu fails to advance to Camara's back.
Camara tries to reverse the position but Zulu maintains control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Camara wants to hold on but Zulu pushes him away.
Camara is desperately trying to improve his position but Zulu has a good base and remains in mount.
Zulu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Camara is trying to escape the mount.
Camara is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Camara 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.
Camara tries to lock up and control but Zulu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T3#
Zulu controlling from mount.
Camara tries to hold on but Zulu postures up.
Camara really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Camara is squirming around, avoiding Zulu's attempts to control the action.
Camara tries to reverse the position but Zulu maintains control.
Zulu can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Camara is looking to escape. #T4#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Camara is in all sorts of trouble here.
Zulu controlling from mount.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Camara is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T5#
Zulu content just to control the position here.
Zulu is looking to take Camara's back but instead Camara gets back to half guard. Nice work.
Zulu performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Zulu tries to pass to full mount but Camara defends it. #T6##SUB2#
Camara actively working from the bottom here.
Camara wants to control but Zulu is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Zulu content to control rather than advance.
Zulu is looking to advance position but Camara won't allow it. #T7#
Zulu not doing much here.
Camara tries to roll over but Zulu keeps him under control.
Zulu is pressing down on Camara's thigh, looking to free his foot. Camara is holding on for now.
Camara gets full guard.
Zulu stopping the sweep attempt from Camara.#T8#
Camara can't keep his opponent in guard - Zulu advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Zulu is looking to advance position but Camara won't allow it.
Camara has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Zulu is working away from the top position though.
Zulu is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Camara wants to get back to full guard.#T9#
Zulu is pressing down on Camara's thigh, looking to free his foot. Camara is holding on for now.
Zulu prevents Camara from improving his position.
Camara trying to hold on to Zulu's head to control him but Zulu postures up.
Zulu content to control rather than advance.
Camara is looking to control Zulu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Camara avoid being mounted?#T10#
Zulu stalling.
Zulu wants to control but Camara is keeping him busy.
Zulu is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Camara is trying to get back to full guard.#T11#
Zulu wants to control but Camara is keeping him busy.
Camara regains full guard. Nicely done.
Zulu stopping the sweep attempt from Camara.
Zulu is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Camara wants to sweep here but Zulu controlling him for the moment.
Zulu is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Zulu is fighting to break Camara's control of his arms but Camara is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#T12#
Zulu is stalling in the full guard. #SUB2#
Camara had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Zulu defends it easily.
Zulu sitting in guard here, content to control. #T13#
Zulu preventing the sweep.
Zulu sitting in guard here, content to control.
Zulu postures up.
Zulu trying to control the position from guard on top but Camara is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Camara wants to sweep here but Zulu controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Camara looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T14##SUB2#
Camara is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Zulu's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Camara looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zulu is one step ahead there.
Zulu 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!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 6 to 0.
Shaka Zulu retains his heavyweight title!
Shaka Zulu thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CWC HALLOWEEN HAVOC 1
Date: Oct 30, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 27 wins and 12 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 59 wins and 41 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Elvis Blanc and Alec Ball.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD#
Zulu looking to score a takedown here. Sparxx is defending well but Zulu drives through and ends up in Sparxx's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (0) Sparxx#SUB2#
Sparxx has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Zulu can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Zulu tries to free his leg and advance position but Sparxx is retaining full guard.
Zulu controls from within his opponent's guard.
Sparxx is trying to control the position from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Sparxx looking for a guillotine here but Zulu defends easily.
#SUB2#
Sparxx throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#T1#
Zulu is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Sparxx working a defensive guard here.
#SUB2#
Sparxx looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T2#
Zulu is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB2#
Sparxx has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Zulu can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Zulu 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.#SUB2#
Sparxx is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Sparxx not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#T3#
Zulu is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Zulu stands and throws Sparxx's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (5) vs (0) Sparxx
Zulu tries to move to mount but Sparxx blocks the move with his legs.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sparxx manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (5) vs (2) Sparxx
Zulu won't allow Sparxx to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Sparxx seems to be looking for submissions.
Zulu is looking for a sweep. Sparxx is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T4#
Zulu wants to control but Sparxx is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Zulu controlling the position for now.
Sparxx is looking to stall here but Zulu recovers full guard.
Sparxx stopping the sweep attempt from Zulu.
Sparxx pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zulu is keeping the position for now.
Sparxx keeps trying to improve his position.
Sparxx trying to control the position from guard on top but Zulu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T5#
Sparxx looking to pass the guard.
Sparxx is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Sparxx stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zulu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Sparxx not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Zulu keeping moving, preventing Sparxx from controlling successfully. #T6#
Sparxx works a leg free and moves into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Zulu manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Zulu being controlled here, momentarily.
Sparxx trying to control the position from guard on top but Zulu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T7#
Zulu is pulling down on Sparxx's head. It's preventing any offense from Sparxx, at least for the moment.
Zulu not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Zulu has Sparxx pulled in close to control his posture.
Sparxx wants to pass the guard but Zulu is keeping the position.
Zulu keeping moving, preventing Sparxx from controlling successfully.
Sparxx advances to half guard.
Zulu is trying to get back to full guard.#T8#
Sparxx is looking to take a break and control but Zulu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sparxx is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#SUB2#
Sparxx is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Zulu is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Sparxx's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Sparxx's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Zulu (9) vs (2) Sparxx
Sparxx is trying to break free.
What can Sparxx do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#T9#
Sparxx trying to control but not successfully.
Zulu controls the action.
Sparxx tries to escape but Zulu has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Sparxx is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Zulu.
You can see the frustration on Sparxx's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Zulu is riding his opponent, not letting Sparxx buck him off. #T10#
Zulu is not going to allow Sparxx to sit and survive in this position.
Zulu biding his time, looking for the opening.
Sparxx rolls, trying to escape but Zulu keeps control of the position.
Zulu is not going to allow Sparxx to sit and survive in this position.
Zulu has the hooks in. Sparxx is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Sparxx trying to control the position but Zulu manages to sink in the hooks. #T11#
You can see the frustration on Sparxx's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Sparxx 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.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Zulu controlling the positon.
Zulu is looking to control Sparxx but Sparxx is wriggling around and keeping busy. #T12#
Sparxx trying to control the position but Zulu manages to sink in the hooks.
Zulu just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Sparxx looking very determined here, making life difficult for Zulu.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
You can see the frustration on Sparxx's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T13#
Zulu doesn't have the hooks in and Sparxx manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (9) vs (4) Sparxx
Sparxx looking to pass the guard.
Zulu keeping moving, preventing Sparxx from controlling successfully.
Sparxx tries to free his leg and advance position but Zulu is retaining full guard.
Sparxx controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Zulu is pulling down on Sparxx's head. It's preventing any offense from Sparxx, at least for the moment.#T14#
Zulu continues to stall.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 9 to 4.
Shaka Zulu retains his heavyweight title!
Our winner, Shaka Zulu, 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.
The defeated Tyrone Sparxx had this to say: 'Taking a couple days off, and I'm back training my skillz'. |
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Event:
CWC 327- Silva Jr vs Zulu
Date: Oct 23, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 36 wins and 22 losses; Rich Silva Jr! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 12 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Emerson Jorge and Paulo Santos.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Zulu rushes Silva Jr and presses him up against the cage.#TD#
Silva Jr gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Silva Jr (2) vs (0) Zulu
Silva Jr engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
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 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.
Zulu is pulling down on Silva Jr's head to control his posture. #T1#
Silva Jr trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Silva Jr pushes down on Zulu's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Zulu keeping control of the position.
Zulu moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T2#
Zulu trying to control the position here.
Silva Jr looking to pass the guard.
Silva Jr is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T3#
Silva Jr looking to sit in guard and control but Zulu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silva Jr (2) vs (2) Zulu
Zulu stopping the sweep attempt from Silva Jr.
Silva Jr looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Zulu puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Silva Jr keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Silva Jr is looking to control Zulu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Silva Jr avoid being mounted?
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Zulu controlling the action here.
Silva Jr wants to get back to full guard.
Silva Jr is trying to maintain the position but Zulu is very close to passing his half guard.
Silva Jr is looking for a sweep. Zulu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T5#
Silva Jr is working hard here to advance position.
Zulu takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Zulu wants to free his trapped foot but Silva Jr is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Silva Jr keeping control of the position.
Zulu seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #T6#
Silva Jr wants to get back to full guard.
Zulu passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Silva Jr! Score +3 for passing guard: Silva Jr (2) vs (5) Zulu
Zulu can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Silva Jr is looking to escape.
Zulu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment. #T7#
Silva Jr tries to hold on but Zulu pushes him away.
Zulu wants to control the pace but Silva Jr is squirming around nicely.
Silva Jr reaches up to try and control the position but Zulu seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Silva Jr rolls and tries to escape and now Zulu has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Silva Jr (2) vs (8) Zulu#T8#
Silva Jr looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Silva Jr tries to escape but Zulu has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Zulu 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.
Silva Jr is trying to break free.
Silva Jr tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Silva Jr wants to control but Zulu is having none of it.
Zulu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T9#
Silva Jr really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Zulu controlling the pace for now.
Silva Jr tries to control Zulu's body but Zulu pushes him off. Silva Jr squirms to his side and now Zulu has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Silva Jr (2) vs (11) Zulu
Silva Jr trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T10#
Zulu is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Silva Jr is in bad spot here.
Zulu has good solid back control here.
Zulu tries to get the hooks in deep but Silva Jr pushed the leg off. #T11#
Zulu just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Zulu tries to get the hooks in deep but Silva Jr pushed the leg off.
Silva Jr is trying to break free.
What can Silva Jr do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#T12#
Silva Jr looking to control the position.
Silva Jr is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
I really don't envy Silva Jr right now.
#T13#
Silva Jr is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Zulu.
Silva Jr tries to break free.
Zulu has good solid back control here.
Silva Jr tries to escape but Zulu has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #T14#
Silva Jr manages to reverse the position and now he's in Zulu's guard. Nice work there by Silva Jr.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silva Jr (4) vs (11) Zulu
Silva Jr trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Silva Jr engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Zulu manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Silva Jr manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silva Jr (4) vs (13) Zulu
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu wins on points by 13 to 4.
Shaka Zulu is the new heavyweight champion!
Shaka Zulu thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Rich Silva Jr spoke after the fight, saying 'Me hungry!'. |
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Event:
CWC 325 - Camara vs Petersen
Date: Oct 09, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Rio de Janeiro, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 23 losses; Leandro Lo! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 12 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Trevor Gratis, Dillan Fox and Alec Ball.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Lo tries to keep at a distance but Zulu has taken the fight into the clinch.
Lo goes for a takedown attempt but Zulu pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
#CL2#
Zulu gets a clinch. #TD2#
Zulu has Lo pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Zulu pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Lo tumbling to the mat - Zulu dives into Lo's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lo (0) vs (2) Zulu
We've been hearing good reports from Lo'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.
Zulu engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
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.#T1#
Let's hope that Zulu 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.
Zulu being controlled here momentarily. #T2#
Zulu controls from within his opponent's guard.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Zulu.#T3#
Lo is adopting a defensive guard.
Lo looking to control.
#T4#
Lo being controlled here, momentarily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zulu looking to pass the guard.
Lo seems keen to control Zulu's posture.#T5#
Zulu looking to pass the guard.
Lo is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Lo being controlled here, momentarily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T6#
Lo seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Zulu trying to control but Lo is working from the bottom.
Lo 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.#T7#
Zulu sitting in guard here, content to control.
Zulu's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T8#
Lo not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Zulu is pushing down on Lo's leg trying to pass to half guard. Lo is fighting to maintain full guard but Zulu has managed to sneak the leg through.
Zulu keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Zulu wants to pass to mount but Lo is defending the position. #T9#
Lo trying to control but Zulu postures up.
Zulu looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
It looks like Zulu 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.#T10#
Lo trying to hold on to Zulu's head to control him but Zulu postures up.
Zulu seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
More stalling from Zulu.
Zulu is thwarting Lo's attempts to control the position.#T11#
Zulu trying to control from Lo's half guard. Lo has other ideas though and has regained full guard.
Zulu is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Lo trying to control the position.
#T12#
Zulu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lo is keeping the position for now.
Zulu stays in close to Lo's body and controls the position.
Zulu with more of the same as he continues to hold on.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Yet more stalling tactics from Zulu.#T13#
Zulu stopping the sweep attempt from Lo.
Zulu slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Zulu advances to half guard.
Lo works his way to full guard. Good work.
Lo pulls Zulu in to control the position. #T14#
Zulu not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Lo managing to control the position.
Zulu slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu wins on points by 2 to 0.
Our winner, Shaka Zulu, 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 324 - Zulu vs Camara
Date: Oct 02, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 25 wins and 11 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 11 losses; Abubakar Camara!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Alexandre Firmino and Daniel Cesar.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Zulu leaves Camara with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.#TD2#
Camara is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Zulu's half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (0) vs (2) Camara
Camara prevents Zulu from improving his position.
Camara is looking to take a break and control but Zulu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Zulu is trying to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Camara trying to pass the guard but Zulu defending well.
Camara not doing much here.
Zulu is looking to control Camara's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Zulu avoid being mounted?
Camara wants to pass to mount but Zulu is defending the position. #T2#
Camara seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Zulu does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Zulu is trying is best to control the position here.
Camara with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T3#
Zulu tries to roll over but Camara keeps him under control.
Camara tries to pass to full mount but Zulu defends it.
Zulu moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Zulu pulls Camara in close to prevent any damage. #T4#
Camara is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Camara wants to pass the guard but Zulu is keeping 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.
Zulu pulls Camara in close to prevent any damage. #T5#
Camara trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Zulu seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu wants to hit a sweep here but Camara passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Zulu there! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (0) vs (5) Camara#T6#
Zulu tries to hold on but Camara postures up.
Camara takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.#T7#
Zulu is trying to escape the mount.
Camara tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Camara's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Zulu is trying desperately to improve position.#T8#
Zulu tries to hold on but Camara pushes him away.
Camara controlling the pace for now.
Let's hope that Camara 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.
Zulu is squirming around, avoiding Camara's attempts to control the action. #T9#
Camara takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Zulu is looking to get to half guard.
Camara controlling the pace for now. #T10#
Zulu tries to lock up and control but Camara gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Zulu is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Camara controlling the position easily from mount. #T11#
Camara tries to control but Zulu wriggling away. #T12#
Zulu is trying to escape the mount.
Zulu is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Camara can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Zulu is looking to escape.
Camara content just to control the position here.
Zulu wants to hold on but Camara pushes him away.#T13#
Zulu sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Zulu is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at SSJ Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Camara tries to pass the half guard into mount. Zulu knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Zulu is staying active underneath Camara, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Camara is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T14##SUB#
Zulu is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Camara pulls his head out easily.
Zulu is concentrating on defense, preventing Camara from advancing position.
Zulu is looking for a sweep. Camara is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Zulu keeping hold of Camara's head, controlling as best he can.
Camara perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zulu is not content to let Camara control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Camara wins on points by 5 to 0.
Abubakar Camara is the new heavyweight champion!
Abubakar Camara thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CATCHMANIA 3
Date: Sep 25, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 11 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 40 wins and 12 losses; Dragan Hozdic!
The judges for this bout are Shigeki Fujiwara, Kenichi Hosakawa and Yukihiro Yamamoto.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Zulu looking to score a takedown here. Hozdic is defending well but Zulu drives through and ends up in Hozdic's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (0) Hozdic#SUB2#
Hozdic has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Zulu can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Hozdic pulls Zulu in to control the position.
Zulu looking to pass the guard.
Hozdic can't keep his opponent in guard - Zulu advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Hozdic 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
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.
Hozdic tries to roll over but Zulu keeps him under control.#T2#
Zulu works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (5) vs (0) Hozdic
Hozdic manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Zulu perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T3#
Hozdic gets back to full guard.
Hozdic looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Hozdic looking for a sweep. Not yet Hozdic, not yet.
Zulu is pushing down on Hozdic's leg trying to pass to half guard. Hozdic is fighting to maintain full guard but Zulu has managed to sneak the leg through.#T4#
Hozdic won't allow Zulu to pass to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Hozdic is refusing to be controlled, as Zulu sits in half guard.
Hozdic gets full guard.
Hozdic bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Zulu's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (5) vs (2) Hozdic
Hozdic preventing the sweep.
Hozdic controls from within his opponent's guard. #T5#
Zulu pulls Hozdic in close to prevent any damage.
Zulu has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T6#
Hozdic controls from within his opponent's guard. #T7#
Zulu looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Zulu wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Hozdic is now in half guard.
Zulu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T8#
Hozdic not doing much here.
Zulu is concentrating on defense, preventing Hozdic from advancing position.
Zulu is looking for a sweep. Hozdic is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Zulu is looking to control Hozdic's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Zulu avoid being mounted?#T9#
Zulu wants to improve his position but Hozdic is controlling well.
Hozdic is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T10#
Zulu desperately trying to maintain half guard.
Well, if Hozdic 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.
Zulu is positioning himself well to prevent Hozdic advancing to mount. #T11#
Hozdic is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
Zulu looking for a sweep. Not yet Zulu, not yet.
Hozdic is stalling in the full guard.
Zulu trying to control the position here. #T12#
Hozdic showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Zulu is trying to keep Hozdic in close.
Hozdic controlling from the top position. #T13#
Zulu manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Hozdic manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (7) vs (2) Hozdic
Hozdic is adopting a defensive guard.
Zulu sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T14#
Zulu 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!
Zulu sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Hozdic seems keen to control Zulu's posture.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 7 to 2.
Shaka Zulu retains his heavyweight title!
An out of breath Shaka Zulu thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
The defeated Dragan Hozdic had this to say: 'To be the man, you gotta beat the man.'. |
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Event:
CWC 322 - Trump vs Vrjalya
Date: Sep 18, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 11 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 2 losses; More IsMore!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Luis Engracia and Emerson Jorge.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Zulu fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD#
Zulu shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Zulu showed some decent athleticism there. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (0) IsMore
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#SUB2#
IsMore is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Zulu pulls his head out easily.
IsMore wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T1#
Zulu tries to pass to full mount but IsMore defends it.
Zulu content to control rather than advance.
Zulu tries to pass the half guard into mount. IsMore knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T2#
Zulu slows the pace down in half guard.
IsMore keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
IsMore tries to get to full guard but Zulu has control of the leg. #T3#
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Zulu'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.#T4#
IsMore trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Zulu manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (5) vs (0) IsMore
Zulu wants to take his opponent's back but IsMore doesn't allow it.
IsMore is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T5#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
IsMore is still trying to improve position.
IsMore tries to control Zulu's body but Zulu pushes him off. IsMore squirms to his side and now Zulu has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (8) vs (0) IsMore
Zulu is hanging on to IsMore's back as he tries to escape.
IsMore is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
#T6#
Zulu is looking to control IsMore but IsMore is wriggling around and keeping busy. #T7#
Zulu 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.
IsMore trying to control the hands but Zulu breaks the grip.
IsMore wants to escape the position.
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.
#T8#
Will Zulu go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
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.
IsMore is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
IsMore trying to control but not successfully.
Good control from Zulu.#T9#
Zulu is hanging on to IsMore's back as he tries to escape.
Zulu is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
IsMore 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.
Zulu avoiding IsMore 's attempts to control his hands. #T10#
IsMore is really stuck here.
IsMore trying to control the hands but Zulu breaks the grip.
IsMore tries to break free.
What can IsMore do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
#T11#
Further stalling from Zulu.
IsMore tries to escape the position.
IsMore tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Zulu controlling the pace for now.
IsMore slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.#T12#
IsMore wants to get back to full guard.
IsMore won't allow Zulu to pass to mount.
Zulu is looking to pass IsMore's guard but actually IsMore recovers to full guard.
Zulu pushing down on IsMore's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Zulu trying to mount his opponent but IsMore defends it.
IsMore 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.
IsMore is looking to improve his position.
#T13#
Zulu controlling the pace.
Zulu looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Zulu sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Zulu prevents IsMore from improving his position.#T14#
IsMore keeping hold of Zulu's head, controlling as best he can.
Zulu slows the pace down in half guard.
IsMore is looking to control Zulu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can IsMore avoid being mounted?
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
IsMore makes his way to full guard. A much better position for IsMore.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 8 to 0.
Shaka Zulu retains his heavyweight title!
Shaka Zulu thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
CWC 321 - Trump vs Steel
Date: Sep 11, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 33 wins and 19 losses; Rich Silva Jr! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 22 wins and 11 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Matheus Silva and Luis Engracia.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Zulu shoots in for a takedown but Silva Jr shows good takedown defense.
Zulu shoots in for a takedown. He's persisting with it as Silva Jr sprawls well. Silva Jr wins this battle and keeps the fight standing. Zulu gets slowly back to his feet.#TD#
Silva Jr shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Silva Jr (2) vs (0) Zulu
Silva Jr wants to free his trapped foot but Zulu is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Zulu looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu is not content to let Silva Jr control the position.
Silva Jr stalling. #T1##SUB#
Silva Jr is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Zulu defends it well.
Silva Jr controlling the pace. #SUB#
Silva Jr seems to be looking for submissions.
Zulu has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Silva Jr is working away from the top position though.#T2##SUB2#
Zulu actively working from the bottom here.
Zulu tries to roll over but Silva Jr keeps him under control.
Silva Jr wants to lay and pray for a moment but Zulu keeps working. #SUB#
Silva Jr 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#
Zulu looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3#
Zulu is looking for a sweep. Silva Jr is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Zulu manages to get to full guard.
Silva Jr looking to sit in guard and control but Zulu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silva Jr (2) vs (2) Zulu#T4#
Zulu 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.
Zulu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Zulu stays in close to Silva Jr's body and controls the position.
Silva Jr managing to control the position. #T5#
Zulu showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Silva Jr wants to sweep but no luck.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Silva Jr keeping full guard, as Zulu tries to pass. #T6#
Zulu is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Zulu pushing down on Silva Jr's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work. #T7#
Silva Jr is holding on to half guard well.
Silva Jr tries to roll over but Zulu keeps him under control.
Zulu controlling the pace.
Silva Jr trying to control here.
Silva Jr is trying to get back to full guard.#T8#
Silva Jr is not content to let Zulu control the position.
Zulu is thwarting Silva Jr's attempts to control the position.
Zulu content to control rather than advance.
Zulu prevents Silva Jr from improving his position.#T9#
Silva Jr trying to control but Zulu postures up.
Zulu not doing much here.
Silva Jr is looking for a sweep. Zulu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Zulu is just content to waste time from the top position. Silva Jr takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard. #T10#
Silva Jr is trying to control the position but Zulu postures up.
Zulu passes into half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Zulu in particular looking to stall.
Zulu prevents Silva Jr from improving his position.
Zulu sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T11#
Zulu uses his free foot to push down on Silva Jr's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Silva Jr. Score +3 for passing guard: Silva Jr (2) vs (5) Zulu
Silva Jr is in all sorts of trouble here.
Silva Jr is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Oblivion Gate, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Zulu trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T12#
Silva Jr is looking to get to half guard.
Zulu controlling from mount.
Silva Jr working to try and regain half guard.
Zulu trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T13#
Silva Jr tries to lock up and control but Zulu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Zulu fails to advance to Silva Jr's back.
Silva Jr tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Silva Jr has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Zulu's lack of action.
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.
Zulu working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Silva Jr's thigh. Silva Jr counters though and makes it back to full guard. #T14#
Silva Jr 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.
Zulu is pushing down on Silva Jr's leg trying to pass to half guard. Silva Jr is fighting to maintain full guard but Zulu has managed to sneak the leg through.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Silva Jr is trying to control but Zulu manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Silva Jr (2) vs (8) Zulu
Silva Jr is looking to get to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu wins on points by 8 to 2.
Shaka Zulu is the new heavyweight champion!
During a confident post fight interview, Shaka Zulu thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
The defeated Rich Silva Jr had this to say: 'Me hungry!'. |
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Event:
CATCHMANIA 2
Date: Sep 04, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 11 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 38 wins and 25 losses; Conald Petersen!
The judges for this bout are Luis Engracia, Mauricio Rocha and Daniel Cesar.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL#
Zulu closes the distance and clinches.
Petersen can't get the takedown.
Petersen is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Petersen looking for a takedown.
Shaka Zulu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Conald Petersen.
Petersen wants a takedown but no success here.
Petersen is looking for a takedown.#TD#
Zulu ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Zulu no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Petersen sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
Zulu has his foot on Petersen's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Petersen works his way back into a safe position though.
Petersen trying to control the position from guard on top but Zulu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Petersen is stalling in the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu 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.
Petersen trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Zulu will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T1##SUB#
Zulu is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Petersen defends well.#SUB#
Zulu isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Petersen stacks Zulu 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 Petersen! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (0) vs (3) Petersen
Petersen laying and praying for a moment but Zulu takes advantage and regains half guard. #SUB#
Zulu looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Petersen not doing much here.
#T2#
Zulu moves into full guard.
Petersen looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Petersen avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Zulu working for a triangle but Petersen defends it easily.
Zulu can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Petersen controls the pace.#T3#
Let's hope that Petersen 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 Petersen.
Zulu keeping full guard, as Petersen tries to pass.
Petersen trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom. #T4#
Zulu looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Zulu keeping moving, preventing Petersen from controlling successfully.
Petersen engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Petersen trying to control the position from guard on top but Zulu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T5#
Zulu keeping full guard, as Petersen tries to pass.
Petersen trying to control the position from guard on top but Zulu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Petersen pushing down on Zulu's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Petersen in particular looking to stall.
Petersen is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and Zulu reverses the position - he's now on top in Petersen's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (3) Petersen
Petersen 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.
Petersen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T6#
Petersen tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Petersen is looking to sweep but instead, Zulu has passed into half guard.
Petersen trying to control here.
Zulu stalling.
Petersen wants to control but Zulu is keeping busy.
Zulu prevents Petersen from improving his position.#T7#
Zulu looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Petersen trying to control here.
Petersen manages to get to full guard.
Zulu wants to pass the guard but Petersen is keeping the position.
Petersen wants to sweep but no luck. #T8#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Petersen is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Petersen is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Zulu controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Petersen working a defensive guard here.
Zulu not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Petersen looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Zulu is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T9#
Petersen looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Zulu puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
Petersen wants to control but Zulu is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Zulu controlling the action here.
Petersen tries to get to full guard but Zulu has control of the leg.
Petersen is refusing to be controlled, as Zulu sits in half guard.
Zulu prevents Petersen from improving his position.
Petersen is trying to control but can't.
#T10#
Zulu trying to pass the guard but Petersen defending well.
Petersen tries to get to full guard but Zulu has control of the leg.
Zulu is looking to advance position but Petersen won't allow it.
Zulu is controlling the pace.
Zulu is keen to just control but Petersen is a slippery customer.#T11#
Petersen makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Petersen.
Petersen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zulu is one step ahead there.
Zulu stands and throws Petersen's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (5) vs (3) Petersen
Zulu tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Petersen is trying to control Zulu's posture but Zulu avoids it. #T12#
Petersen is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Petersen struggling a bit here.
Petersen is looking for a sweep.
A lull in the action here.
Petersen tries to buck Zulu off but Zulu is having none of it.#T13#
Petersen sneaks back into half guard.
Petersen wants to get back to full guard.
Zulu trying to control the pace.
Petersen trying to control from the bottom.
Zulu prevents Petersen from improving his position.
Zulu is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Petersen gets back to full guard.
#T14#
Petersen wants to sweep but no luck.
Petersen is trying to control the position but Zulu postures up.
Zulu wants to pass the guard but Petersen is keeping the position.
Zulu pushing down on Petersen's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Zulu prevents Petersen from improving his position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Petersen has his hands clasped together around Zulu's back. He's all about the action.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 5 to 3.
Shaka Zulu seemed lost for words in his post fight interview but he remembered to thank his fans and directed everyone to his website.
The defeated Conald Petersen had this to say: 'Ta Ta there retard'. |
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Event:
TWGC 37 (265+lbs, D1): Finals - Round 2
Date: Aug 29, 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 43 wins and 23 losses; Tyrano Jackson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 10 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Donald Grub, Chris Edwards and Daniel Bishop.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Jackson fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Zulu to the ground. Jackson is now in Zulu's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Jackson (2) vs (0) Zulu
Zulu looking to control.
Zulu is adopting a defensive guard.#SUB2#
Zulu is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Jackson is aware though and is defending well.
Zulu pulls Jackson in close to his closed guard and prevents Jackson from doing any damage or advancing position.#SUB2#
Zulu working for submissions but it's allowed Jackson to get to half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu has his hands clasped together around Jackson's back. He's all about the action.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jackson sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T1#
Zulu trying to control but Jackson postures up.
Jackson is pressing down on Zulu's thigh, looking to free his foot. Zulu is holding on for now.
Zulu is trying to maintain the position but Jackson is very close to passing his half guard.
Zulu is doing well to control the position and prevent Jackson from advancing to side control.
Jackson has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Jackson (5) vs (0) Zulu
Zulu is trying desperately to improve position.#T2#
Zulu is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Zulu keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Jackson controlling from mount.
Zulu is trying desperately to improve position.
Zulu wants to control but Jackson is having none of it.#T3#
Zulu is trying desperately to improve position.
Jackson fails to move to back control.
Zulu can't escape the position.
Zulu tries to lock up and control but Jackson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Zulu keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Jackson wants to take Zulu's back here but Zulu is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Zulu is working to get back to half guard.
Jackson tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position. #T4#
Zulu 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.
Jackson content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Jackson wants to pass to mount but Zulu is defending the position.
Zulu is trying to maintain the position but Jackson is very close to passing his half guard.
Zulu might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Jackson haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Zulu is trying to get back to full guard.#T5#
Zulu trying to control but Jackson postures up.
Zulu is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Zulu looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Zulu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Jackson trying to mount his opponent but Zulu defends it.
Jackson controlling the pace. #T6#
Zulu trying to control here.
Zulu tries to roll over but Jackson keeps him under control.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Jackson in particular looking to stall.
Zulu wants to improve his position but Jackson is controlling well.
Zulu manages to get to full guard.
#T7#
Jackson's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Zulu managing to control the position.
Zulu is continuing to stall.
Jackson trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Zulu is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #T8#
Jackson being controlled here momentarily. #SUB2#
Zulu working for a triangle but Jackson defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Jackson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Zulu has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jackson has managed to get both his arms back between Zulu's legs - danger averted.#T9#
Zulu controlling the position.#SUB2#
Zulu isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Jackson stacks Zulu 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 Jackson! Score +3 for passing guard: Jackson (8) vs (0) Zulu
Jackson 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 Zulu's shoulder. That is not cool.
Zulu tries to buck Jackson off but Jackson is having none of it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zulu prevents Jackson from improving position.
Zulu tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Jackson wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Zulu wants to control but Jackson postures up.
Zulu trying to remain calm as Jackson controls from the top position.#T10#
Zulu is trying to improve his position.
Jackson working away.
Jackson tries to advance to mount but can't.
Jackson has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Zulu! Score +2 for reaching mount: Jackson (10) vs (0) Zulu
Jackson takes Zulu's back. Score +3 for taking back: Jackson (13) vs (0) Zulu
Zulu trying to control the position but Jackson manages to sink in the hooks.
Zulu tries to escape the position.
Zulu 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.
Zulu's corner are yelling at him, telling him to just focus on controlling Jackson's hands.
Jackson biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T11#
Zulu just trying to survive but Jackson is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Jackson 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.
Jackson seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Zulu for as long as he can get away with.
You can see the frustration on Zulu's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Jackson is trying to stick to Zulu's back but Zulu is turning into Jackson. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Jackson's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Zulu. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Jackson (13) vs (2) Zulu
Zulu postures up.
#T12#
Jackson keeping moving, preventing Zulu from controlling successfully.
Zulu content to stall in guard here.
Zulu trying to control the position from guard on top but Jackson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Jackson can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Zulu controls the pace.
Jackson wants to sweep here but Zulu controlling him for the moment. #T13#
Jackson is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Zulu 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.
Jackson controlling the position.
Zulu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jackson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Zulu's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T14#
Jackson can't keep his opponent in guard - Zulu advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Zulu looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Zulu trying to control the action but Jackson is working from the bottom.
Zulu wants to free his trapped foot but Jackson is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Zulu controlling the action here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
It looks like Zulu 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.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jackson takes the fight on points by 13 to 2.
A relieved looking Tyrano Jackson thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it. |
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Event:
TWGC 37 (265+lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Aug 28, 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 20 wins and 10 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 9 losses; Abubakar Camara!
The judges for this bout are Andrew Berry, Daniel Bishop and Steven Brown.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Zulu has Camara up against the cage in a clinch.
Zulu stops a takedown attempt from Camara.
Zulu has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Camara avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Zulu stops a takedown attempt from Camara.
Camara goes for a takedown in the clinch but Zulu prevents it.
Shaka Zulu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Abubakar Camara.
Zulu goes for a takedown in the clinch but Camara prevents it.
#TD#
Zulu turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Zulu (4) vs (0) Camara
Camara is trying to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A lull in the action here as Zulu stalls from top position.
Camara is trying to get back to half guard.#T1#
Zulu taking a breather here.
Camara tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Camara trying to control but Zulu flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (7) vs (0) Camara#T2#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Zulu controlling the positon.
Camara is in bad spot here.
Camara is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Camara 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.
Camara rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Zulu is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T3#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Camara wants to control but Zulu is keeping busy.
#T4#
Camara is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Zulu moves into full mount! Camara won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (10) vs (0) Camara
Camara tries to lock up and control but Zulu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Camara might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Zulu haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Zulu controlling his opponent.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T5#
Camara is desperately trying to improve his position but Zulu has a good base and remains in mount.
Camara wants to hold on but Zulu pushes him away.
Zulu fails to take his opponent's back.
Zulu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Zulu fails to take his opponent's back. #T6#
Camara tries to lock up and control but Zulu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Zulu trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Camara tries to reverse the position but Zulu maintains control.
Camara is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Camara keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Camara tries to control Zulu's body but Zulu pushes him off. Camara squirms to his side and now Zulu has his back! Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (13) vs (0) Camara#T7#
Camara rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Zulu is taking a breather. Camara 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.
Zulu trying to mount his opponent but Camara defends it.
Camara tries to get to full guard but Zulu has control of the leg.
Zulu controlling the action here. #T8#
Camara is in trouble now - Zulu has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (16) vs (0) Camara
Camara can't escape the position.
Camara is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Zulu prevents Camara from getting the reversal.
Zulu fails to move to back control.
Zulu content just to control the position here. #T9#
Zulu works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (19) vs (0) Camara
Camara is in bad spot here.
Zulu controls the position.
Camara tries to roll but Zulu sticks to his back.
Camara trying to control the hands but Zulu breaks the grip.
Camara tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell! #T10#
Camara tries to reverse the position but Zulu maintains control.
Zulu controlling from mount.
Zulu avoids the attempt from Camara to control.#T11#
Zulu looking to control and managing it successfully.
Camara is trying to reverse the position but instead Zulu has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (22) vs (0) Camara
Camara is really stuck here.
Camara keeps trying to improve his position.
Zulu has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Camara's body.
#T12#
Camara is in bad spot here.
Zulu is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Camara 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.
Camara wants to control his opponent's hands but Zulu gets his hands free.
Zulu controlling well, preventing Camara from escaping the position.
I would not like to be Camara right now.
A lull in the action here.
#T13#
Zulu trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Camara doesn't escape.
Camara trying to control the position but Zulu manages to sink in the hooks.
Zulu doesn't have the hooks in and Camara manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (22) vs (2) Camara
Camara stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zulu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Camara being controlled here momentarily. #T14#
Zulu 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.
Camara is fighting to break Zulu's control of his arms but Zulu is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Camara preventing the sweep.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 22 to 2.
After winning the bout, Shaka Zulu 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:
TWGC 37 (265+lbs, D1): New York Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Aug 20, 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 Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Bobby Chunks! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 10 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Jorge Garcia, John Roberts and Lou da Vinci.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL2#
Zulu clinches up with Chunks and pushes him back against the cage.
Chunks is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Zulu gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Chunks changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Zulu fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL2#
Zulu closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Zulu is working for takedown but Chunks is calmly controlling the position for now.
Zulu has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Chunks is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Zulu turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Zulu manages to end up in side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Chunks (0) vs (4) Zulu
Chunks is trying to work for a sweep but Zulu has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Chunks (0) vs (6) Zulu
Chunks is in all sorts of trouble here.
Zulu content just to control the position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chunks tries to hold on but Zulu postures up.
Chunks is trying desperately to improve position.
Zulu controlling the pace for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Chunks slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Zulu prevents Chunks from improving his position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Chunks is trying to maintain the position but Zulu is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Chunks actively working from the bottom here.
Chunks tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Zulu has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: Chunks (0) vs (9) Zulu
Chunks tries to hold on but Zulu postures up.#T2#
Zulu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Chunks can't escape the position.
Zulu controlling from the full mount.
Chunks is wriggling around trying to escape.
Chunks is working hard here to advance position.#T3#
Zulu sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Chunks looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Chunks (0) vs (12) Zulu
Chunks trying to control but not successfully.
Chunks is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Zulu is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T4#
Chunks tries to break free.
Chunks looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Zulu trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Chunks doesn't escape.
Zulu has the hooks in. Chunks is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Chunks is trying to break free.
#T5#
Chunks breaks Zulu's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chunks (2) vs (12) Zulu
Zulu is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zulu tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Zulu seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Chunks is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Chunks is looking to advance position but Zulu has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Chunks (2) vs (16) Zulu
Zulu controlling from mount. #T6#
Let's hope that Zulu 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.
Chunks wants to control but Zulu is having none of it.
Chunks is desperately trying to improve his position but Zulu has a good base and remains in mount.
Chunks tries to lock up and control but Zulu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T7#
Zulu controlling from the full mount.
Chunks is looking to improve his position but Zulu isn't that keen on the idea.
Zulu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Chunks regains half guard.
Chunks wants to control but Zulu is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Zulu trying to pass the guard but Chunks defending well.
Chunks is looking to improve his position.
#T8##SUB2#
Zulu is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Chunks doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Zulu.
Zulu uses his free foot to push down on Chunks's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Chunks. Score +3 for passing guard: Chunks (2) vs (19) Zulu
Zulu prevents Chunks from getting the reversal.
Zulu takes Chunks's back. Score +3 for taking back: Chunks (2) vs (22) Zulu
Chunks is in bad spot here.
Zulu controlling the position well here. Chunks rolled but Zulu kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T9#
Chunks can't escape the position.
Chunks manages to reverse the position and now he's in Zulu's guard. Nice work there by Chunks.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chunks (4) vs (22) Zulu
Zulu keeping moving, preventing Chunks from controlling successfully.
Chunks being controlled here momentarily. #T10#
Chunks trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Zulu manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chunks (4) vs (24) Zulu
Zulu pushes down on Chunks's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Chunks is trying to control but Zulu passes into side control!
Score +3 for passing guard: Chunks (4) vs (27) Zulu
Chunks is being controlled here.
Zulu advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Chunks (4) vs (29) Zulu
Chunks tries to improve his position but instead Zulu has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Chunks (4) vs (32) Zulu#T11#
Chunks rolls, trying to escape but Zulu keeps control of the position.
What can Chunks do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Well, with Zulu on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Chunks is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
You can see the frustration on Chunks's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Zulu is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
#T12#
Chunks breaks Zulu's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Chunks (6) vs (32) Zulu
Zulu 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.
Chunks wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Chunks passes Zulu's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Zulu wants to get back to full guard.
Chunks tries to pass to full mount but Zulu defends it.
Zulu moves into full guard.
#T13#
Chunks wants to pass the guard but Zulu is keeping the position.
Chunks is looking to advance position but Zulu has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Chunks (6) vs (36) Zulu
Zulu is trying to take his opponent's back.
Chunks is wriggling around trying to escape.
Chunks is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Chunks working to try and regain half guard.
Chunks is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T14#
Chunks is trying to reverse the position but instead Zulu has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Chunks (6) vs (39) Zulu
Chunks trying to control the action but Zulu just sinks the hooks in.
Zulu controls 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!
Zulu wins on points by 39 to 6.
Shaka Zulu thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
TWGC 37 (265+lbs, D1): New York Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Aug 19, 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 21 losses; Don Lemieux! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 10 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Eddie Farnsworth, Jonathan Paton and Bruno Lombardi.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Zulu swats away the attempt to clinch by Lemieux.#TD#
Lemieux manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Zulu on his heels. He'll look to pass Zulu's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Lemieux (2) vs (0) Zulu
Lemieux pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zulu is keeping the position for now.
Zulu trying to control the position here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lemieux preventing the sweep.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Lemieux stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zulu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Lemieux preventing the sweep.
Zulu 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: Lemieux (2) vs (2) Zulu
Lemieux wants to control but Zulu is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Lemieux wants to get back to full guard.
Zulu content to control rather than advance.
Lemieux 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.
Lemieux is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T2#
Lemieux won't allow Zulu to pass to mount.
Lemieux is trying is best to control the position here.
Lemieux is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Zulu controlling the pace.
Lemieux wants to get back to full guard.
Lemieux is concentrating on defense, preventing Zulu from advancing position.
Zulu is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T3#
Lemieux has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Zulu is working away from the top position though.
Zulu looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Zulu not doing much here.
Lemieux is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lemieux is trying to maintain the position but Zulu is very close to passing his half guard.#T4#
Lemieux is trying is best to control the position here.
Zulu seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Zulu trying to pass the guard but Lemieux defending well. #SUB#
Lemieux looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Lemieux is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Zulu's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Zulu's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Lemieux (6) vs (2) Zulu#T5##SUB#
Lemieux goes for a risky armbar from back mount and it's not paid off. Zulu escapes and is now in half guard on top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Lemieux (6) vs (4) Zulu
Lemieux might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Lemieux has his hands clasped together around Zulu's back. He's all about the action.
Zulu seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Lemieux wants to improve his position but Zulu is controlling well.
#T6#
Zulu is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Lemieux moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu is stalling in the full guard.
Lemieux is trying to control the position but Zulu postures up.
Zulu is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#T7#
Lemieux working a defensive guard here.
Lemieux being controlled here, momentarily.
Lemieux wants to control the position but Zulu says "no thanks buddy" and passes to half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Zulu in particular looking to stall.
Zulu moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Lemieux (6) vs (7) Zulu#T8#
Lemieux stops Zulu from passing to mount.
Lemieux is looking to regain half guard here but Zulu keeps moving and retains side control.
Lemieux is trying to control Zulu's posture but Zulu avoids it.
Zulu controlling from side mount. #T9#
Lemieux sneaks back into half guard.
Zulu seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense. #SUB#
Lemieux is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Zulu pulls his head out easily.
Zulu wants to free his trapped foot but Lemieux is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T10#
Zulu is figuring out what he wants to do next.#T11#
Lemieux is trying to get back to full guard.
Lemieux wants to get back to full guard but Zulu has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Lemieux (6) vs (10) Zulu
Lemieux prevents Zulu from improving position.
Zulu controls the position.#T12#
Lemieux is looking to regain half guard here but Zulu keeps moving and retains side control.
A lull in the action here as Zulu stalls from top position.
Lemieux is trying to control Zulu's posture but Zulu avoids it.
Zulu moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T13#
Lemieux is looking to reverse the position.
Zulu 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 Lemieux's shoulder. That is not cool.
You can see the frustration on Lemieux's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Zulu controls the position.
Zulu wants to control but Lemieux is keeping him busy.
Zulu advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Lemieux (6) vs (12) Zulu#T14#
Lemieux wants to control but Zulu is having none of it.
Zulu looking to control and managing it successfully.
Zulu avoids the attempt from Lemieux to control.
Lemieux stops Zulu from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zulu controlling the position easily from mount.
Lemieux tries to get back to half guard but can't.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu wins on points by 12 to 6.
Shaka Zulu 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 315 - Kersikov vs Trump
Date: Jul 31, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 9 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 35 wins and 23 losses; Conald Petersen!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Wesley Smith and Robert Twigg.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Petersen shoots in for a takedown but Zulu shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!#TD#
Zulu looking for a takedown here - he's got it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (0) Petersen
Zulu won't allow Petersen to sweep him here.
Zulu tries to free his leg and advance position but Petersen is retaining full guard.
Petersen lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (2) Petersen
Petersen is pushing down on Zulu's leg trying to pass to half guard. Zulu is fighting to maintain full guard but Petersen has managed to sneak the leg through.
Zulu keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Petersen in particular looking to stall.#T1#
Petersen passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (2) vs (5) Petersen
Petersen wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it.
Petersen tries to control but Zulu wriggling away.
Zulu really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Zulu stops Petersen from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Zulu working to try and regain half guard.
Zulu wants to hold on but Petersen pushes him away.#T2#
Zulu can't escape the position.
Petersen moves to his opponent's back but Zulu bucks him off and ends up in guard. A bit of a disaster there for Petersen. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (4) vs (5) Petersen
Zulu 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.
Petersen pulls Zulu in close to his closed guard and prevents Zulu from doing any damage or advancing position.
Zulu won't allow Petersen to sweep him here.
Zulu is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Petersen seems keen to control Zulu's posture.
Zulu preventing the sweep.
Zulu is stalling in the full guard.
Petersen tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Petersen 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: Zulu (4) vs (7) Petersen
Petersen is keen to just control but Zulu is a slippery customer.
Petersen not doing much here.
#T4#
Petersen is looking to advance position but Zulu won't allow it.
Zulu is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at SSJ Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Petersen content to control rather than advance.
Zulu tries to roll over but Petersen keeps him under control.
Zulu is trying to control but can't.
Well, if Petersen 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.
Zulu is doing well to control the position and prevent Petersen from advancing to side control.#T5#
Petersen trying to mount his opponent but Zulu defends it.
Zulu wants to get back to full guard but Petersen has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (4) vs (10) Petersen
Zulu has given up his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (4) vs (13) Petersen
Petersen controls the position.
Petersen gets his hands free as Zulu looks to control.
Petersen controls the position.
Petersen's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T6#
More stalling from Petersen.
Zulu rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Petersen not doing much here.
Petersen trying to advance position but Zulu counters by regaining guard. #T7#
Petersen being controlled here momentarily.
Petersen trying to control the position from guard on top but Zulu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zulu tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Zulu is working hard here to advance position.
Petersen looking to pass the guard.
Zulu keeping moving, preventing Petersen from controlling successfully.
Zulu is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Zulu will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#T8#
Zulu is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Zulu'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.
Petersen sitting in guard here, content to control.
Petersen with more of the same as he continues to hold on.
Zulu keeping full guard, as Petersen tries to pass.
Petersen is looking to pass into half guard but Zulu pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Zulu is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (6) vs (13) Petersen#T9#
Petersen has Zulu pulled in close to control his posture.
Petersen wants to sweep but no luck.
Petersen is trying to keep Zulu in close.
Zulu sitting in guard here, content to control.
Petersen keeping full guard, as Zulu tries to pass.
Zulu trying to control the position from guard on top but Petersen is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zulu sitting in guard here, content to control. #T10#
Petersen not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Petersen wants to sweep but no luck.
Petersen is trying to control the position but Zulu postures up.
Zulu 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. #T11#
Petersen working a defensive guard here.
Zulu won't allow Petersen to sweep him here.
Zulu engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Petersen wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Zulu is now in half guard. #T12#
Zulu is thwarting Petersen's attempts to control the position.
Petersen trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Zulu manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (9) vs (13) Petersen
Petersen working to try and regain half guard.
Zulu content just to control the position here.
Petersen 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: Zulu (9) vs (15) Petersen#T13#
Petersen's corner is telling him to maintain position.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Zulu is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (11) vs (15) Petersen
Zulu pushes down on Petersen's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Petersen is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Petersen is looking to improve his position.
#T14#
Petersen trying to control from the bottom.
Petersen is looking to improve his position.
Zulu trying to pass the guard but Petersen defending well.
Petersen is pressing down on Zulu's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Petersen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zulu is one step ahead there.
Zulu controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Petersen controlling Zulu's posture.
And that's the end of the fight!
Petersen wins on points by 15 to 11.
Conald Petersen is the new heavyweight champion!
A relieved looking Conald Petersen 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 - Zulu vs Silva Jr
Date: Jul 24, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 9 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 30 wins and 16 losses; Rich Silva Jr!
The judges for this bout are Elvis Blanc, Gregory Folan and Ian Loll.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Nice takedown defense from Silva Jr. No joy for Zulu on that attempt.
Silva Jr shoots for a takedown but Zulu saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.#CL#
Zulu moves into the clinch successfully.
Silva Jr drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Silva Jr gets double underhooks to prevent a takedown attempt from Zulu.
Zulu gets underhooks to prevent Silva Jr's takedown attempt.
Shaka Zulu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Rich Silva Jr.
Zulu prevents a takedown attempt there.
#TD2#
Silva Jr has clasped his hands together around Zulu's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Zulu (0) vs (4) Silva Jr
Silva Jr tries to move to mount but Zulu blocks the move with his legs.
Silva Jr keeps trying to improve his position.
Zulu'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.
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.
A bit of a lull in the action here.#T1#
Silva Jr trying to control the action but Zulu is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zulu is trying to control Silva Jr's posture but Silva Jr avoids it.
Zulu is not content to let Silva Jr control the position. #T2#
Silva Jr happy to just control the position for now.
Zulu is trying to work for a sweep but Silva Jr has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Zulu (0) vs (6) Silva Jr
Silva Jr content just to control the position here.
Silva Jr looking to control but Zulu is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Zulu is trying to escape the mount.
#T3##SUB2#
Silva Jr has control of Zulu's right arm, working for a kimura. It's a bit of a token attempt though and Zulu regains control of the situation pretty easily.
Zulu is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Silva Jr wants to control the pace but Zulu is squirming around nicely. #T4#
Zulu is trying to escape the mount.
Silva Jr takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Silva Jr can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Zulu is looking to escape.
Silva Jr controlling from mount. #T5#
Silva Jr wants to control the pace but Zulu is squirming around nicely.
Zulu tries to reverse the position but Silva Jr maintains control.
Silva Jr tries to control but Zulu wriggling away.
Zulu has worked his way to half guard, taking advantage of Silva Jr's lack of action.
Zulu wants to improve his position but Silva Jr is controlling well.
#T6##SUB2#
Silva Jr is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Zulu trying to hold on to Silva Jr's head to control him but Silva Jr postures up.
#SUB2#
Silva Jr is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Zulu sees it coming and defends easily.#T7#
Zulu trying to control but Silva Jr postures up.
Silva Jr is looking to take a break and control but Zulu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Zulu wants to control but Silva Jr is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Silva Jr sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Zulu is not content to let Silva Jr control the position.#T8#
Zulu trying to control here.
Silva Jr is trying to control the action in half guard but Zulu is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Silva Jr is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Silva Jr wants to control but Zulu is keeping him busy. #T9#
Zulu trying to control from the bottom.
Silva Jr seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Zulu does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Silva Jr prevents Zulu from improving his position.#SUB2#
Silva Jr seems to be looking for submissions.
Silva Jr prevents Zulu from improving his position.
Silva Jr trying to mount his opponent but Zulu defends it. #T10#
Zulu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Zulu is doing well to control the position and prevent Silva Jr from advancing to side control.
Zulu is trying to maintain the position but Silva Jr is very close to passing his half guard.#T11#
Zulu is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Silva Jr's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Silva Jr's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Zulu (4) vs (6) Silva Jr
Zulu controls the action.
Zulu keeps control of the position as Silva Jr tries to break free.
Zulu is looking to control Silva Jr but Silva Jr is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Zulu has the hooks in. Silva Jr is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T12#
Silva Jr turns into Zulu and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (4) vs (8) Silva Jr
Zulu manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Silva Jr manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (6) vs (8) Silva Jr
Zulu tries to free his leg and advance position but Silva Jr is retaining full guard.
Silva Jr looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zulu is one step ahead there.
Our spies down at at Oblivion Gate inform us that Silva Jr has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Zulu is stalling in the full guard. #T13#
Silva Jr looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zulu is one step ahead there.
Zulu tries to free his leg and advance position but Silva Jr is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Silva Jr looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Zulu has picked Silva Jr up and slammed him! Silva Jr can't keep hold of the triangle and Zulu manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (9) vs (8) Silva Jr#T14#
You can see the frustration on Silva Jr's face as Zulu controls the position.
Silva Jr tries to bench press Zulu off him but Zulu keeps the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zulu happy to just control the position for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 9 to 8.
Shaka Zulu retains his heavyweight title!
A very excited looking Shaka Zulu 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.
The defeated Rich Silva Jr had this to say: 'Me hungry!'. |
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Event:
CWC 313 - Zulu vs Hirsch
Date: Jul 17, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 16 wins and 9 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 42 wins and 26 losses; Harry Hirsch!
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Felipe Paraventi and Alexandre Firmino.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Hirsch forces Zulu back against the cage and clinches.
Zulu drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Hirsch is looking to take this one to the mat.
Zulu changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Hirsch fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL#
Hirsch tries to keep at a distance but Zulu has taken the fight into the clinch.
Zulu is trying to drag Hirsch to the mat but Hirsch just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shaka Zulu. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Zulu gets underhooks to prevent Hirsch's takedown attempt.
#TD#
Zulu has clasped his hands together around Hirsch's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Zulu (4) vs (0) Hirsch
Hirsch tries to buck Zulu off but Zulu is having none of it.
Zulu is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Hirsch will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Zulu 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.
Hirsch is looking for a sweep.
Zulu controlling the position from side mount. #T1#
Zulu wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hirsch keeps working.
Hirsch tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Zulu 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 Hirsch's shoulder. That is not cool.
Hirsch tries to bench press Zulu off him but Zulu keeps the position.
Hirsch is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Hirsch holds on to Zulu's head and controls the position momentarily.
You can see the frustration on Hirsch's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Hirsch tries to control but Zulu manages to take his back. Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (7) vs (0) Hirsch#T2#
Zulu is not going to allow Hirsch to sit and survive in this position.
Zulu keeps control of the position as Hirsch tries to break free.
Hirsch is still trying to improve position.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Hirsch trying to control the action but Zulu just sinks the hooks in.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zulu is riding his opponent, not letting Hirsch buck him off. #T3#
Zulu is not going to allow Hirsch to sit and survive in this position.
Zulu 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.
Zulu is not going to allow Hirsch to sit and survive in this position.
Hirsch tries to escape the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hirsch trying to control but not successfully. #T4#
Zulu controlling from the back.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hirsch looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Hirsch tries to escape the position.
Zulu controls the position.
Hirsch is in bad spot here.
#T5#
Hirsch looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Zulu really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Hirsch.
Hirsch is in bad spot here.
A bit of a pause in the action here. Zulu controlling the positon.#T6#
Zulu controlling well, preventing Hirsch from escaping the position.
Zulu has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Hirsch's body.
Zulu controlling well, preventing Hirsch from escaping the position.
Hirsch trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble. #T7#
Zulu keeps control of the position easily here as Hirsch tries to buck him off.
Zulu controlling well, preventing Hirsch from escaping the position.
Hirsch 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.
Hirsch turns into Zulu and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (7) vs (2) Hirsch
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Zulu holds on and takes a little breather.
Hirsch postures up.
Zulu is pulling down on Hirsch's head to control his posture. #T8#
Hirsch tries to free his leg and advance position but Zulu is retaining full guard.
Hirsch being controlled here momentarily.
Hirsch 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.
Hirsch wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Zulu looking to control.
#T9#
Hirsch controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Hirsch won't allow Zulu to sweep him here.
Zulu 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: Zulu (9) vs (2) Hirsch
Hirsch wants to control but Zulu passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (12) vs (2) Hirsch
You can see the frustration on Hirsch's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Zulu slows the pace down. #T10#
Hirsch is trying to get back to half guard.
Hirsch is letting Zulu control him for a moment.
Hirsch tries to buck Zulu off but Zulu is having none of it.
Hirsch wants to control but Zulu postures up.
Hirsch trying to remain calm as Zulu controls from the top position.
Zulu'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#
Zulu trying to control the action but Hirsch is working from the bottom.
Hirsch holds on tight, trying to prevent any damage.
Zulu gets to mount! Hirsch was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Zulu (14) vs (2) Hirsch
Zulu controlling from mount.
Hirsch tries to hold on but Zulu postures up.#T12#
Zulu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Hirsch holds of for dear life.
Hirsch is working to get back to half guard.
Hirsch is squirming around, avoiding Zulu's attempts to control the action.
Zulu content just to control the position here. #T13#
Hirsch manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Hirsch is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Zulu performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Hirsch trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Zulu manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (17) vs (2) Hirsch
Zulu controlling the pace for now. #T14#
Hirsch stops Zulu from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Hirsch tries to reverse the position but Zulu maintains control.
Hirsch wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (20) vs (2) Hirsch
Hirsch tries to escape but Zulu has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zulu controlling from the back.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 20 to 2.
Shaka Zulu retains his heavyweight title!
During a confident post fight interview, Shaka Zulu thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CWC 312 - Ziyaeddin vs Priest
Date: Jul 10, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 17 wins and 6 losses; Abubakar Camara! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 9 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are George Francis, Frank Dennis and Daniel Franklin.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
The fight moves into the clinch position.
Zulu tries for a takedown. No joy.
Zulu is working for takedown but Camara is calmly controlling the position for now.
Zulu tries for a takedown but Camara manages to get underhooks.
Abubakar Camara has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shaka Zulu.
Camara has a body lock and is looking for a takedown. Zulu is bouncing around trying to prevent the takedown and somehow he has indeed managed to stay on his feet.
Zulu gets underhooks to prevent Camara's takedown attempt.
Zulu drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Camara prevents the takedown attempt.
Zulu gets underhooks to prevent Camara's takedown attempt.
Zulu wants a takedown but no success here.
#TD2#
Zulu is trying to trip Camara. He has hold of a leg but Camara is hopping around, keeping his balance for the moment. Zulu persists though and gets the takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Camara (0) vs (2) Zulu
Zulu is fighting to break Camara's control of his arms but Camara is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Camara seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Zulu trying to control the position from guard on top but Camara is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Camara haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T1#
Camara wants to improve his position but instead Zulu has moved into half guard.
Camara is pressing down on Zulu's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Camara is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Zulu is stalling in the full guard.
Camara keeping full guard, as Zulu tries to pass. #T2#
Camara pulls Zulu in close to his closed guard and prevents Zulu from doing any damage or advancing position.
Zulu 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Camara working a defensive guard here.
Camara pulls Zulu in close to his closed guard and prevents Zulu from doing any damage or advancing position.#T3#
Zulu pushing down on Camara's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Camara is trying to maintain the position but Zulu is very close to passing his half guard.
Still in half guard, Zulu seems content to control.
Camara trying to control but Zulu postures up.
Zulu performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T4#
Camara is looking to get back to full guard here but Zulu has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Camara (0) vs (5) Zulu
Camara holding on.
Camara is looking for a sweep.#T5#
Camara prevents Zulu from moving into mount.
Camara tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Zulu wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Camara is working hard here to advance position.
Camara keeping his opponent close.
Camara being controlled for a moment. #T6#
Zulu gets to mount! Camara was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Camara (0) vs (7) Zulu
Zulu controlling from the full mount.
Camara tries to hold on but Zulu postures up.
Zulu can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Camara is looking to escape. #T7#
Camara working to try and regain half guard.
Zulu tries to control but Camara wriggling away.
Camara is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T8#
Zulu controlling from mount.
Camara keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Camara is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Zulu controlling from mount.
Camara tries to improve his position but instead Zulu has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: Camara (0) vs (10) Zulu#T9#
Good control from Zulu.
Camara tries to break free.
Zulu controls the position.
Camara is in bad spot here.
#T10#
Zulu is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Camara wants to escape the position.
Zulu controlling from the back.
Zulu controlling well, preventing Camara from escaping the position.
#T11#
Camara breaks Zulu's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Camara (2) vs (10) Zulu
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Zulu working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Camara doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Camara manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Camara controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Zulu trying to control the position.
#T12#
Zulu wants to hit a sweep here but Camara passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Zulu there! Score +3 for passing guard: Camara (5) vs (10) Zulu
Camara content just to control the position here.
Well,Camara is on his way to losing a decision here. Can he use his experience to pull something off in the closing minutes?
Camara tries to control but Zulu wriggling away.
Zulu regains half guard.#T13#
Zulu is refusing to be controlled, as Camara sits in half guard.
Zulu wants to get back to full guard.
Camara content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Camara trying to control from half guard but Zulu is working away.
Zulu 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.#T14#
Zulu is controlling Camara's trapped leg to prevent Camara from advancing to side control.
Camara passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Camara (8) vs (10) Zulu
Zulu 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!
Zulu tries to hold on but Camara pushes him away.
Zulu tries to reverse the position but Camara maintains control.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu wins on points by 10 to 8.
Shaka Zulu is the new heavyweight champion!
An out of breath Shaka Zulu 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 311 - Steel vs Simone
Date: Jul 03, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 9 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 15 losses; Jack Blood!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Zulu closes the distance and pushes Blood back into the cage.
Blood goes for a takedown in the clinch but Zulu prevents it.
Blood is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Zulu gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Blood tries for a takedown but Zulu manages to get underhooks.
Shaka Zulu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Jack Blood.
Zulu drops down looking for an ankle pick but Blood pulls his leg out and moves away.
Zulu fails with a takedown attempt.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Zulu. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Zulu (4) vs (0) Blood
Blood 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.
Blood is looking for a sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu trying to control the action but Blood is working from the bottom.
Blood can't do much from the bottom here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Zulu controlling the position from side mount.
Blood is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Zulu controls the position from side control.#T2#
Blood stops Zulu from passing to mount.
Blood can't do much from the bottom here.
Blood is looking to reverse the position.
Blood wants to control but Zulu postures up.
Blood sneaks back into half guard.#T3#
Blood won't allow Zulu to pass to mount.
Blood wants to improve his position but Zulu is controlling well.
Blood is trying to maintain the position but Zulu is very close to passing his half guard.
Blood wants to improve his position but Zulu is controlling well.
Zulu working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Blood's thigh. Blood counters though and makes it back to full guard. #T4#
Blood controlling Zulu's posture.
Blood keeping full guard, as Zulu tries to pass.
Blood is trying to control the position but Zulu postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T5##SUB2#
Blood has his foot on Zulu's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Zulu works his way back into a safe position though.
Zulu controlling from the top position.
Blood is adopting a defensive guard.#T6#
Zulu stands and throws Blood's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (7) vs (0) Blood
Blood prevents Zulu from moving into mount. #T7#
Zulu is looking to take a break and control but Blood is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Blood is trying to control Zulu's posture but Zulu avoids it.
Blood prevents Zulu from improving position.
Blood trying to remain calm as Zulu controls from the top position.
Blood is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T8#
Blood gets back to half guard.
Zulu wants to pass the guard but Blood is defending well.
Blood moves into full guard.
Zulu sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T9#
Blood looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Blood looking for subs off his back but Zulu has passed one foot through into half guard.
Blood holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Zulu is looking to take a break and control but Blood is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T10#
Zulu is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
Zulu'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.
Blood trying to control from the bottom.
Zulu content to control rather than advance.
Zulu is trying to control the action in half guard but Blood is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T11#
Zulu trying to control the pace.
Blood tries to roll over but Zulu keeps him under control.
Zulu content to control rather than advance. #T12#
Blood wants to control but Zulu is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Blood is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Zulu is thwarting Blood's attempts to control the position.
Blood trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Zulu manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (10) vs (0) Blood#T13#
Blood manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Zulu takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Zulu trying to control the action but Blood is working from the bottom.
Blood is trying to get back to full guard.
Blood trying to control here.
Zulu perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there. #T14#
Zulu wants to pass the guard but Blood is defending well.
Still in half guard, Zulu seems content to control.#SUB2#
Blood looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Blood wants to control but Zulu passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (13) vs (0) Blood
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zulu wants to control but Blood is keeping him busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 13 to 0.
A victorious Shaka Zulu 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 310 - Peterson vs Zulu
Date: Jun 26, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 32 wins and 21 losses; Conald Petersen! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 9 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Russell Pearce, Franklyn Lucas and Lou da Vinci.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Zulu shoots in for a takedown but Petersen shows good takedown defense. #TD#
Petersen gets the takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Petersen (4) vs (0) Zulu#SUB#
Petersen tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The referee asks Petersen politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Petersen prefers to stall for the moment though.
Petersen tries to advance to mount but Zulu denies him.
Zulu struggling a bit here.
Petersen tries to move into full mount but can't pass Zulu's legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu is looking to regain half guard here but Petersen keeps moving and retains side control.
Petersen advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Petersen (6) vs (0) Zulu#T1#
Zulu is in all sorts of trouble here.
Zulu is still trying to improve position.
Petersen controlling from the full mount.
Zulu 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.
Zulu is wriggling around trying to escape.
Petersen controlling the pace for now.
Zulu regains half guard.
Petersen is controlling the pace.
Petersen trying to mount his opponent but Zulu defends it. #T2#
Petersen takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Zulu trying to hold on to Petersen's head to control him but Petersen postures up.
Zulu is staying active underneath Petersen, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Zulu tries to get to full guard but Petersen has control of the leg.
Petersen is taking a breather. Zulu 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.#T3#
Petersen trying to pass the guard but Zulu defending well.
Petersen is working hard here to advance position.
Still in half guard, Petersen seems content to control.
Zulu tries to roll over but Petersen keeps him under control.
Petersen is taking a breather. Zulu 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.
Zulu moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB2#
Zulu looking for a guillotine here but Petersen defends easily.
#T4#
Zulu controlling the position.
Petersen is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Zulu is trying to keep Petersen in close.
Zulu tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Petersen engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T5#
Petersen tries to free his leg and advance position but Zulu is retaining full guard.
Petersen is stalling in the full guard.
Petersen stopping the sweep attempt from Zulu.
Petersen content to stall in guard here.
Zulu looking for a sweep. Not yet Zulu, not yet.
Petersen is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T6#
Zulu keeping moving, preventing Petersen from controlling successfully.
Petersen trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T7#
Zulu managing to control the position.
Zulu controls Petersen momentarily but Petersen frees himself.
Petersen looking to pass the guard.
Zulu pulls Petersen in close to prevent any damage.
Zulu looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Petersen wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Petersen won't allow Zulu to sweep him here. #T8#
Petersen is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Petersen trying to control the position from guard on top but Zulu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zulu working a defensive guard here.
Petersen wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Petersen stopping the sweep attempt from Zulu.#SUB2#
Petersen lying in Zulu's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. Zulu decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Petersen taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 9:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Shaka Zulu!
Our winner, Shaka Zulu, 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.
The defeated Conald Petersen had this to say: 'Ta Ta there retard'. |
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Event:
CWC 309 - Halli vs Archer
Date: Jun 19, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 21 wins and 11 losses; Galtero El Toro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 8 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Mauricio Rocha, Matheus Silva and Felipe Paraventi.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Zulu shoots in looking for a takedown. El Toro tries to sprawl out of it but Zulu keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. El Toro manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
El Toro swats away the attempt to clinch by Zulu.#TD#
El Toro manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Zulu on his heels. He'll look to pass Zulu's guard now, I'm sure. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: El Toro (2) vs (0) Zulu#SUB#
El Toro 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.
Zulu tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Zulu wants to improve his position but instead El Toro has moved into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
El Toro wants to lay and pray for a moment but Zulu keeps working.
Zulu is trying to maintain the position but El Toro is very close to passing his half guard.#T1#
El Toro is looking to advance position but Zulu won't allow it.
El Toro has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: El Toro (5) vs (0) Zulu
El Toro looking to control but Zulu is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
El Toro controlling his opponent.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zulu is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T2#
El Toro tries to control but Zulu wriggling away.
Zulu is desperately trying to improve his position but El Toro has a good base and remains in mount.#SUB#
Zulu tries to improve his position but El Toro has taken his back! El Toro has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Zulu tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! El Toro pushes Zulu away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Galtero El Toro!
An out of breath Galtero El Toro 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 308 - Silva Jr vs Priest
Date: Jun 12, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 6 losses; Abubakar Camara! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 7 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Jack Bonds.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Zulu.
Camara fails to land the takedown.#TD#
Camara darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Camara (2) vs (0) Zulu
Camara is pressing down on Zulu's thigh, looking to free his foot. Zulu is holding on for now.
Camara is thwarting Zulu's attempts to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu is looking to improve his position.
Zulu 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.
Camara trying to control from half guard but Zulu is working away. #T1#
Zulu works his way to full guard. Good work.
Camara 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.
Camara slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Camara (5) vs (0) Zulu
Zulu is looking to reverse the position.
Camara trying to control the action but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Zulu is trying to get back to half guard.
Zulu can't do much from the bottom here. #T2#
Zulu tries to bench press Camara off him but Camara keeps the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu gets back to half guard.
Zulu wants to get back to full guard but Camara has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Camara (8) vs (0) Zulu
Camara has knee on belly and moves into mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Camara (10) vs (0) Zulu
Zulu tries to hold on but Camara postures up.
Zulu is trying desperately to improve position.#T3#
Camara trying to control but Zulu is having none of it.
Zulu is trying to reverse the position but instead Camara has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Camara (13) vs (0) Zulu
I really don't envy Zulu right now.
Camara really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for Zulu.
Zulu wants to escape the position.
#T4#
Zulu looking very determined here, making life difficult for Camara.
Camara controlling the position well here. Zulu rolled but Camara kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Zulu trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Zulu breaks Camara's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Camara (13) vs (2) Zulu
Camara wants to sweep but no luck. #T5#
Zulu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Camara is keeping the position for now.
Zulu keeps trying to improve his position.
Camara managing to control the position.
Zulu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T6#
Camara seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Camara being controlled here, momentarily.
Zulu postures up.
#T7#
Camara trying to control the position here.
Camara continues to stall.
Camara'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.#T8##SUB#
Zulu got a little sloppy there for a moment and Camara has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Zulu has managed to get both his arms back between Camara's legs - danger averted.
Camara keeping moving, preventing Zulu from controlling successfully.
Camara looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zulu is one step ahead there.
Camara is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T9#
Camara looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zulu is one step ahead there.
Camara 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: Camara (15) vs (2) Zulu
Zulu is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Zulu manages to get to full guard.
#T10#
Camara stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zulu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Zulu looking to hit a scissor sweep but Camara is one step ahead there.
Camara trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Zulu is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T11#
Camara wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Camara postures up.
Zulu tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Camara looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #T12#
Camara trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Camara preventing the sweep.
Camara controlling from the top position.
Camara advances to half guard. #T13#
Well, if Camara 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.
Zulu wants to control but Camara is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Zulu tries to roll over but Camara keeps him under control.
Zulu is looking to control Camara's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Zulu avoid being mounted?
Zulu is looking to improve his position.
#T14#
Camara works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Camara (18) vs (2) Zulu
Camara takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Zulu is trying to reverse the position but instead Camara has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Camara (21) vs (2) Zulu
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Camara controls the position.
Camara struggling to keep hold of the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Camara takes the fight on points by 21 to 2.
Abubakar Camara retains his heavyweight title!
A relieved looking Abubakar Camara 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 307 - Dyon vs Steel
Date: Jun 05, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 31 wins and 19 losses; Conald Petersen! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 7 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are David Schapiro, Alyssa Summers and Lou da Vinci.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Zulu fails with a takedown attempt.
Petersen tries for a takedown but Zulu sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Zulu throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Petersen's waist but Petersen gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Zulu off to one side. #TD#
Zulu gets caught napping as Petersen dives in and scores a takedown. Zulu manages to retain guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Petersen (2) vs (0) Zulu
Petersen might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Petersen slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Petersen'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.
Petersen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zulu is keeping the position for now.
Zulu wants to sweep here but Petersen controlling him for the moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu seems keen to control Petersen's posture.
Petersen engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Petersen seems to have a rather negative gameplan on the ground. He seems keen to just score the takedown and hold down Zulu for as long as he can get away with.
Zulu not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Petersen trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Petersen controls from within his opponent's guard.
Petersen trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Petersen 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#
Petersen got a little sloppy there for a moment and Zulu has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Petersen has managed to get both his arms back between Zulu's legs - danger averted.#T2#
Zulu wants to sweep here but Petersen controlling him for the moment.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Zulu holds on and takes a little breather.
Zulu's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Zulu 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.#T3#
Petersen forces his way into half guard.
Zulu tries to roll over but Petersen keeps him under control.
Zulu is still trying to improve position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Petersen in particular looking to stall.
Petersen trying to pass the guard but Zulu defending well.
Petersen stalling.
Zulu 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.#T4#
Petersen tries to pass to full mount but Zulu defends it.
Petersen stalling away here and it's allowed Zulu to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Petersen is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Petersen looking to pass the guard. #T5#
Zulu is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Petersen tries to free his leg and advance position but Zulu is retaining full guard.
Zulu wants to sweep here but Petersen controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Petersen trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Petersen looking to sit in guard and control but Zulu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Petersen (2) vs (2) Zulu
Zulu is stalling in the full guard. #T6#
Petersen looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Petersen tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Zulu controlling from the top position.
Petersen trying to keep a closed guard but Zulu is proving a slippery customer.
#T7#
Petersen wants to sweep here but Zulu controlling him for the moment.
Petersen managing to control the position.
Zulu wants to pass the guard but Petersen is keeping the position.
Zulu postures up.
Petersen lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Petersen (4) vs (2) Zulu
Petersen engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T8#
Petersen looking to sit in guard and control but Zulu gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Petersen (4) vs (4) Zulu
Petersen has control of Zulu's left arm, preventing Zulu from doing any damage.
Petersen tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Zulu looking to pass the guard.
Zulu stopping the sweep attempt from Petersen.#T9#
Zulu controlling from the top position.
Petersen is controlling Zulu's posture.
Petersen looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zulu is one step ahead there.
Zulu looking to pass the guard.
Petersen pulls Zulu in close to his closed guard and prevents Zulu from doing any damage or advancing position.#T10#
Zulu 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#
Petersen is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Zulu defends well.
Zulu not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB#
Petersen is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Petersen 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.
Petersen is working hard here to advance position.#T11#
Petersen is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Zulu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Petersen wants to hit a sweep here but Zulu passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Petersen there! Score +3 for passing guard: Petersen (4) vs (7) Zulu
Petersen is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Petersen wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Petersen (4) vs (10) Zulu
A bit of a pause in the action here. Zulu controlling the positon.
Petersen trying to control the hands but Zulu won't let him. #T12#
Good control from Zulu.
I really don't envy Petersen right now.
Zulu 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.
Petersen trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Good control from Zulu.#T13#
Petersen tries to break free.
Zulu is trying to stick to Petersen's back but Petersen is turning into Zulu. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Zulu's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Petersen. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Petersen (6) vs (10) Zulu
Zulu wants to sweep here but Petersen controlling him for the moment. #SUB2#
Zulu had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Petersen defends it easily.#SUB2#
Zulu is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Petersen is aware though and is defending well.#T14#
Petersen is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Petersen trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Petersen pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zulu is keeping the position for now.
Petersen's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Zulu trying to control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Petersen advances to half guard.
Zulu trying to control from the bottom.
Zulu is looking to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu wins on points by 10 to 6.
Shaka Zulu thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Conald Petersen spoke after the fight, saying 'Ta Ta there retard'. |
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Event:
CWC 306 - Sparxx vs Zulu
Date: May 29, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 49 wins and 34 losses; Tyrone Sparxx! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 6 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Saam Ante, Paulsen Ambrosius and Radbod Blank.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Zulu has Sparxx up against the cage in a clinch.
Sparxx stops a takedown attempt from Zulu.
#TD#
Sparxx has Zulu pressed up against the cage. He's trying to work for a single leg takedown. Sparxx pulls back from the cage and twists to the side, sending Zulu tumbling to the mat - Sparxx dives into Zulu's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Sparxx (2) vs (0) Zulu
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sparxx controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Sparxx tries to free his leg and advance position but Zulu is retaining full guard.
Zulu seems keen to control Sparxx's posture.
Zulu wants to improve his position but instead Sparxx has moved into half guard.
Zulu trying to control but Sparxx postures up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (5) vs (0) Zulu
Sparxx content just to control the position here. #T1#
Zulu is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Sparxx content just to control the position here. #SUB#
Sparxx looking for an armbar but decides to keep the dominant position instead.
Sparxx trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T2#
Zulu working to try and regain half guard.
Sparxx controlling from mount.
Zulu manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T3#
Zulu tries to roll over but Sparxx keeps him under control.
Sparxx is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Zulu 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.
Zulu tries to roll over but Sparxx keeps him under control.#SUB#
Sparxx is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Zulu sees it coming and defends easily.
Zulu works his way to full guard. Good work.#T4#
Zulu seems keen to control Sparxx's posture.
Zulu keeping moving, preventing Sparxx from controlling successfully.
Sparxx is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB2#
Zulu looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Zulu looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Sparxx is stalling in the full guard.
Sparxx'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.#T5#
Sparxx pushes down on Zulu's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Sparxx tries to pass to full mount but Zulu defends it.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Zulu wants to get back to full guard.
Sparxx is looking to advance position but Zulu won't allow it.
Zulu is looking to control Sparxx's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Zulu avoid being mounted?#T6#
Zulu wants to get back to full guard.
Sparxx tries to pass the half guard into mount. Zulu knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Zulu is trying to get back to full guard.
Zulu moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Sparxx stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zulu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T7#
Sparxx content to stall in guard here.
Further stalling from Sparxx.
Zulu controls Sparxx momentarily but Sparxx frees himself. #SUB2#
Sparxx got a little sloppy there for a moment and Zulu has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Sparxx has managed to get both his arms back between Zulu's legs - danger averted.
Sparxx is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T8#
Zulu wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Zulu looking for a sweep. Not yet Zulu, not yet.
Sparxx slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (8) vs (0) Zulu
Sparxx trying to control the position but Zulu is working away. #T9#
Zulu can't do much from the bottom here.
Zulu tries to get back to half guard but can't.
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.
Zulu stops Sparxx from passing to mount.
Zulu is letting Sparxx control him for a moment.
Sparxx tries to advance to mount but can't.
Zulu is trying to work for a sweep but Sparxx has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Sparxx (10) vs (0) Zulu#T10#
Sparxx can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Zulu is looking to escape.
Zulu tries to lock up and control but Sparxx gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Zulu is looking to improve his position but Sparxx isn't that keen on the idea.#T11#
Sparxx content just to control the position here.
Zulu is looking to improve his position but Sparxx isn't that keen on the idea.
Sparxx controlling the position easily from mount.
Zulu regains half guard.
Zulu trying to hold on to Sparxx's head to control him but Sparxx postures up.
#T12#
Sparxx is looking to advance position but Zulu won't allow it.
Zulu is trying to control but can't.
Sparxx is looking to take a break and control but Zulu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sparxx controlling the pace.
Zulu trying to control here.
Zulu manages to get to full guard.
#T13#
Zulu controls Sparxx momentarily but Sparxx frees himself.
Sparxx is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Sparxx pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zulu is keeping the position for now.
Sparxx won't allow Zulu to sweep him here.
Sparxx advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Sparxx (13) vs (0) Zulu
Zulu tries to improve position but can't. #T14#
Sparxx works to advance to full mount. Zulu defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Sparxx (15) vs (0) Zulu
Zulu tries to hold on but Sparxx postures up.
Zulu tries to reverse the position but Sparxx maintains control.
Sparxx can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Zulu is looking to escape.
Sparxx content just to control the position here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sparxx has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sparxx takes the fight on points by 15 to 0.
Tyrone Sparxx retains his heavyweight title!
Tyrone Sparxx tried to hype himself up post fight but didn't word it too well and it ended up with him sounding like a bit of a tool. |
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Event:
CWC 305
Date: May 22, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 6 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 26 wins and 22 losses; Karelin Pripyat!
The judges for this bout are Leandro Rodrigues, Matheus Silva and Edson Gomes.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Pripyat shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Zulu pinned against the cage. Zulu gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Shaka Zulu seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Zulu rushes Pripyat and presses him up against the cage.
Zulu wants a takedown but no success here.
Zulu drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
#TD2#
Pripyat has clasped his hands together around Zulu's back... aaand, he's got a takedown into side control. Nicely done. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Zulu (0) vs (4) Pripyat
Zulu is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Pripyat off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Zulu (4) vs (4) Pripyat
Zulu has the hooks sunk in and you can see the will to fight slowly draining out of Pripyat's body.
Pripyat 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.
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.
Zulu has the hooks in. Pripyat is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T1#
Pripyat rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
#SUB2#
Pripyat looking for submissions off his back.
Pripyat is looking to improve his position.
Pripyat is trying to control but can't.
Zulu performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Zulu'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.#T2#
Pripyat is looking to improve his position.
Pripyat is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Zulu's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Zulu's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Zulu (4) vs (8) Pripyat
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Pripyat's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
Zulu is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at SSJ Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Zulu tries to roll but Pripyat sticks to his back.
#T3#
Zulu is working hard here to advance position.#SUB2#
Zulu showing good submission defense here.
Zulu tries to break free.
#SUB2#
Pripyat is persistently looking for the submission but Zulu is defending it well.
#SUB2#
Pripyat working for a choke but Zulu is defending well.
Zulu turns into Pripyat and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (6) vs (8) Pripyat#T4#
Zulu controls from within his opponent's guard.
Pripyat wants to sweep but no luck.
Pripyat is looking to sweep but instead, Zulu has passed into half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Pripyat manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Pripyat throws his legs up looking for a submission but Zulu uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (9) vs (8) Pripyat
Zulu staying calm.#T5#
Pripyat is trying to control Zulu's posture but Zulu avoids it.
Pripyat is trying to work for a sweep but Zulu has mounted him! Score +2 for reaching mount: Zulu (11) vs (8) Pripyat
Zulu controlling from the full mount.
Pripyat regains half guard.
Pripyat is looking for a sweep. Zulu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T6#
Pripyat makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Pripyat.
Zulu looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Zulu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Pripyat is keeping the position for now.
Zulu trying to control but Pripyat is working from the bottom. #T7#
Pripyat lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (11) vs (10) Pripyat
Pripyat trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Zulu is trying to hold Pripyat in close to prevent damage but Pripyat has managed to pass into half guard.
Zulu is holding on to half guard well.#T8#
Zulu works his way to full guard. Good work.
Zulu 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.
Pripyat looking to pass the guard.
Pripyat being controlled here momentarily.
Zulu lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (13) vs (10) Pripyat
Pripyat wants to improve his position but instead Zulu has moved into half guard.
Pripyat is looking for a sweep. Zulu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T9#
Pripyat wants to control but Zulu is keeping busy.
Zulu moves into full mount! Pripyat won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (16) vs (10) Pripyat
Zulu takes Pripyat's back. Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (19) vs (10) Pripyat
Zulu keeps control of the position as Pripyat tries to break free.
Zulu is looking to control Pripyat but Pripyat is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Zulu has the hooks in. Pripyat is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted. #T10#
Pripyat is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.
Zulu biding his time, looking for the opening.
Pripyat rolls, trying to escape but Zulu keeps control of the position.
Zulu is not going to allow Pripyat to sit and survive in this position.
Zulu biding his time, looking for the opening.
You can see the frustration on Pripyat's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T11#
A bit of a pause in the action here. Zulu controlling the positon.
Further stalling from Zulu.
Pripyat tries to escape the position.
#T12#
Pripyat is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Zulu.
Pripyat tries to roll but Zulu sticks to his back.
Pripyat looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Zulu trying to control.
Zulu is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Pripyat tries to escape the position.
#T13#
Zulu trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Pripyat doesn't escape.
Pripyat is keeping busy.
You can see the frustration on Pripyat's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Zulu not allowing Pripyat to control his hands.
Pripyat is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Zulu is staying active.#T14#
Zulu is riding his opponent, not letting Pripyat buck him off.
Zulu doesn't have the hooks in and Pripyat manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (19) vs (12) Pripyat
Pripyat won't allow Zulu to sweep him here.
Pripyat tries to free his leg and advance position but Zulu is retaining full guard.
Zulu wants to sweep here but Pripyat controlling him for the moment.
Zulu is adopting a defensive guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zulu tries to land a sweep but no joy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 19 to 12.
After winning the bout, Shaka Zulu 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 304 - Pavlov vs Halli
Date: May 15, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 6 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 19 wins and 8 losses; Galtero El Toro!
The judges for this bout are Arvi Lind, Matti Vanhoillinen and Johanna Lukiainen.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Zulu shoots in looking for a takedown but El Toro manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Zulu's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
El Toro tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.#CL#
Zulu drives through and clinches with El Toro against the cage.
#TD#
Zulu gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (0) El Toro
El Toro looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zulu is one step ahead there.
El Toro being controlled here, momentarily. #SUB2#
El Toro looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
El Toro wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #T1#
Zulu is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Zulu preventing the sweep.
Zulu passes El Toro's left leg - he's now in half guard.
El Toro is concentrating on defense, preventing Zulu from advancing position.
Zulu prevents El Toro from improving his position.#T2#
El Toro trying to control from the bottom.
El Toro 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.
Zulu prevents El Toro from improving his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
El Toro is trying to control but can't.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Zulu works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (5) vs (0) El Toro
A control attempt from El Toro but he's now mounted! Score +2 for reaching mount: Zulu (7) vs (0) El Toro
Zulu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
El Toro really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T4#
El Toro slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Zulu slows the pace down in half guard.
El Toro wants to control but Zulu is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Zulu slows the pace down in half guard. #T5#
El Toro wants to improve his position but Zulu is controlling well.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Zulu performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Zulu has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T6#
Zulu is thwarting El Toro's attempts to control the position.
El Toro is looking to get back to full guard here but Zulu has managed to pass to side control instead. Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (10) vs (0) El Toro
Zulu is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt El Toro will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
El Toro is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Zulu off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Zulu (10) vs (4) El Toro#T7#
Zulu is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
El Toro doesn't have the hooks in and Zulu manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (12) vs (4) El Toro
El Toro is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Zulu wants to pass the guard but El Toro is keeping the position.
El Toro looking to control.
Zulu controls from within his opponent's guard.
El Toro trying to control the position.
#T8#
El Toro looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Zulu postures up.
Zulu looking to pass the guard.
El Toro is trying to keep Zulu in close.
El Toro keeping full guard, as Zulu tries to pass. #T9#
El Toro is trying to control the position but Zulu postures up.
Zulu's corner is telling him to maintain position.
El Toro trying to keep a closed guard but Zulu is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
El Toro escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Zulu gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Zulu not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Zulu passes El Toro's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #T10#
El Toro trying to control from the bottom.
Zulu controlling the action here.
El Toro holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Zulu wants to free his trapped foot but El Toro is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T11#
Zulu prevents El Toro from improving his position.
El Toro is looking to control Zulu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can El Toro avoid being mounted?
Zulu controlling the pace.
El Toro is looking for a sweep. Zulu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Zulu seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
The fighters are battling for position here. El Toro manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #T12#
El Toro trying to control the position.
Zulu sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed El Toro's guard.
El Toro is holding on to half guard well.
Still in half guard, Zulu seems content to control.#T13#
El Toro is looking to control Zulu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can El Toro avoid being mounted?
El Toro manages to get to full guard.
Zulu 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. #T14#
Zulu wants to pass the guard but El Toro is keeping the position.
El Toro trying to keep a closed guard but Zulu is proving a slippery customer.
El Toro looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Zulu controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
El Toro working a defensive guard but Zulu manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (15) vs (4) El Toro
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 15 to 4.
Shaka Zulu 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 303 - Lo vs Silva Jr
Date: May 08, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 6 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 9 losses; Rutger Petrov !
The judges for this bout are Daniel Cesar, Emerson Jorge and Paulo Santos.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Petrov shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (0) vs (2) Petrov
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu tries to get to full guard but Petrov has control of the leg.
Zulu has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.#SUB2#
Petrov is working for a kimura but Zulu is defending it quite comfortably.
Zulu controlling the position for now.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu tries to get to full guard but Petrov has control of the leg. #T1#
Zulu regains full guard. Nicely done.
Petrov won't allow Zulu to sweep him here.
Zulu controls Petrov momentarily but Petrov frees himself.
Petrov controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Zulu holds on and takes a little breather.
Zulu keeping moving, preventing Petrov from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zulu trying to keep a closed guard but Petrov is proving a slippery customer.
#T2#
Zulu wants to sweep but no luck.
Petrov slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Zulu 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.
Zulu is working hard here to advance position.
Zulu pulls Petrov in close to prevent any damage.
Zulu trying to control the position.
#T3#
Petrov looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Petrov trying to control the position from guard on top but Zulu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zulu has control of Petrov 's left arm, preventing Petrov from doing any damage.
Petrov trying to control the position from guard on top but Zulu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Zulu holds on and takes a little breather.
Zulu continues to stall.
Petrov stopping the sweep attempt from Zulu.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Zulu holds on and takes a little breather.
Zulu bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Petrov 's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (2) Petrov
Zulu sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T5##SUB2#
Petrov throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Zulu is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Petrov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Zulu advances position into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (5) vs (2) Petrov #T6#
Petrov tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Zulu wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Zulu in side control, just content to control the action for now.
Zulu has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Petrov regains half guard.#T7#
Petrov trying to hold on to Zulu's head to control him but Zulu postures up.
Petrov preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Zulu performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Zulu uses his free foot to push down on Petrov 's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Petrov . Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (8) vs (2) Petrov #T8#
Petrov working to try and regain half guard.
Zulu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Petrov keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Zulu content just to control the position here. #T9#
Zulu is trying to take his opponent's back.
Zulu controlling from mount.
Petrov is working to get back to half guard.
Petrov is trying to reverse the position but instead Zulu has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (11) vs (2) Petrov
Zulu is hanging on to Petrov 's back as he tries to escape.
Zulu biding his time, looking for the opening.
#T10#
Petrov tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Petrov is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Zulu controlling from mount.
Petrov tries to lock up and control but Zulu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T11#
Zulu controlling his opponent. #T12#
Petrov is working to get back to half guard.
Petrov is trying to reverse the position but instead Zulu has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (14) vs (2) Petrov
Petrov wants to control his opponent's hands but Zulu gets his hands free.
Petrov is in a world of trouble here. He's outmatched on the ground here and he'd better get Zulu off his back sharpish unless he wants to be submitted.#T13#
Zulu 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.
Zulu keeps control of the position as Petrov tries to break free.
Petrov is holding onto Zulu's left hand, preventing any choke attempts.
Zulu is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish.
Petrov is trying to break free.
#T14#
Zulu biding his time, controlling Petrov .
Petrov is in bad spot here.
Zulu controlling the position well here. Petrov rolled but Zulu kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 14 to 2.
An out of breath Shaka Zulu 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 302 - Jabbar vs Dravezesdi
Date: Apr 17, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 6 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 1 losses; Big Dog Gracie!
The judges for this bout are Paul Gruel, Jeff Smith and Colin Fray.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Zulu rushes Gracie and presses him up against the cage.#TD#
Gracie is fighting off a takedown attempt but Zulu is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Gracie to the mat. Gracie regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (0) Gracie#SUB2#
Gracie had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Zulu defends it easily.
Gracie working a defensive guard but Zulu passes into half guard.
Gracie tries to get to full guard but Zulu has control of the leg.
Zulu trying to control the pace.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gracie preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Zulu is controlling the pace.
#T1##SUB2#
Gracie looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Gracie looking for submissions off his back.
Gracie is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Gracie is still trying to improve position.
Gracie is trying to control but Zulu manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (5) vs (0) Gracie#T2#
Zulu with some aggressive grappling here, looking for the finish.
Gracie can't escape the position.
Zulu controlling his opponent.
Gracie is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Gracie is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zulu controlling the pace for now.
Gracie is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T3#
Gracie tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Gracie tries to lock up and control but Zulu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Gracie is trying desperately to improve position.
Zulu looking to control and managing it successfully.
Zulu'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.
Gracie 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: Zulu (5) vs (2) Gracie#T4#
Zulu pulls Gracie in close to his closed guard and prevents Gracie from doing any damage or advancing position.
Gracie looking to pass the guard.
Gracie won't allow Zulu to sweep him here.
Zulu keeping full guard, as Gracie tries to pass. #SUB#
Zulu is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Gracie defends well.
Zulu keeping full guard, as Gracie tries to pass. #T5#
Zulu keeping moving, preventing Gracie from controlling successfully.
Gracie tries to free his leg and advance position but Zulu is retaining full guard.
Zulu looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gracie is one step ahead there.
Zulu has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #SUB2#
Gracie drops back, looking for a kneebar! Zulu looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Zulu looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Zulu! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Zulu (9) vs (2) Gracie#T6#
Gracie tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Zulu wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Zulu content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Zulu working away.
Zulu in the domination position with Gracie hanging on.
Gracie tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Zulu wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Gracie trying to remain calm as Zulu controls from the top position.
Zulu wants to control but Gracie is keeping him busy. #T7#
Zulu is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Gracie will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
Zulu has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Gracie! Score +2 for reaching mount: Zulu (11) vs (2) Gracie
Zulu tries to control but Gracie wriggling away.
Zulu looking to take Gracie's back but Gracie rolls and after a scramble, Gracie ends up on top in guard. Nice escape there from Gracie to escape a tricky position. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (11) vs (4) Gracie
Gracie trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Zulu lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (13) vs (4) Gracie#T8#
Gracie looking to control but Zulu passes into half guard.
Zulu keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Zulu prevents Gracie from improving his position.
Zulu trying to pass the guard but Gracie defending well.
Gracie tries to get to full guard but Zulu has control of the leg.
Zulu perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Gracie has a hand on Zulu's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Zulu takes advantage of the position though and mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (16) vs (4) Gracie#T9#
Zulu controlling from the full mount.
Gracie sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Zulu slows the pace down in half guard.
Gracie trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Gracie looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Zulu prevents Gracie from improving his position.#T10#
Gracie won't allow Zulu to pass to mount.
Zulu is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (19) vs (4) Gracie
Zulu controlling from the full mount.
Gracie can't escape the position.
Zulu controlling from the full mount.
Gracie is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T11#
Gracie tries to lock up and control but Zulu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Zulu takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Gracie is trying desperately to improve position.
Zulu controlling the position easily from mount.
Zulu can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Gracie is looking to escape.
Zulu moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (22) vs (4) Gracie
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T12#
Gracie is really stuck here.
Gracie turns into Zulu and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (22) vs (6) Gracie
Gracie looking to pass the guard.
Zulu trying to control the position.
Gracie wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving. #SUB#
Zulu working for a triangle but Gracie defends it easily.
Gracie looking to pass the guard. #T13#
Gracie works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Gracie is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Zulu is just riding it out for now. Gracie eventually gives up the hold.
Zulu won't allow Gracie to pass to mount.
My spies in KingsJiuJitsuAcademy inform me that Gracie has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Zulu is holding on to half guard well.
Zulu wants to improve his position but Gracie is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Gracie is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Zulu defends it well. #T14#
Zulu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Gracie is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Zulu is defending against the submission attempts here by Gracie.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Gracie is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 22 to 6.
A very excited looking Shaka Zulu 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 301 - Morrison Jr vs Lee
Date: Apr 10, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 5 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 45 wins and 34 losses; Tyrone Sparxx!
The judges for this bout are Don Winkell, Percy O'Donnell and Frank Antenori.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Zulu gets a clinch. #TD2#
Sparxx has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Zulu regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (0) vs (2) Sparxx#SUB#
Zulu is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Sparxx is aware though and is defending well.
Sparxx trying to control the position from guard on top but Zulu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Zulu has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Sparxx 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 Zulu. Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (0) vs (5) Sparxx
Sparxx wants to control but Zulu is keeping him busy.
Sparxx works to advance to full mount. Zulu defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Zulu (0) vs (7) Sparxx
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.
Zulu is squirming around, avoiding Sparxx's attempts to control the action.
Zulu sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T1#
Sparxx is thwarting Zulu's attempts to control the position.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Sparxx in particular looking to stall.
Zulu gets back to full guard.
Zulu looking to control.
Zulu wants to sweep here but Sparxx controlling him for the moment.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Sparxx has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (0) vs (10) Sparxx#T2#
Zulu sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Sparxx content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Zulu trying to control here.
#SUB#
Sparxx moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Zulu. Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (0) vs (13) Sparxx
Zulu looking for a sweep but Sparxx has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Zulu (0) vs (15) Sparxx#SUB2#
Sparxx has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! Zulu is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Tyrone Sparxx!
A less than humble Tyrone Sparxx misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities. |
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Event:
CWC 299 - Jackson vs Camara
Date: Mar 20, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 12 losses; Rich Silva Jr! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 4 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Percy O'Donnell and Don Winkell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Zulu gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Silva Jr looking for a takedown. #TD#
Silva Jr has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Zulu regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Silva Jr (2) vs (0) Zulu#SUB2#
Zulu working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Silva Jr has passed into half guard!
The fighters are battling for position here. Zulu manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Zulu 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#
Zulu is looking for a triangle but Silva Jr pushes his legs off easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu 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: Silva Jr (2) vs (2) Zulu
Silva Jr is looking to improve his position.
#T1#
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Zulu in particular looking to stall.
Let's hope that Zulu 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.#T2#
Silva Jr trying to control from the bottom.
Zulu wants to control but Silva Jr is keeping him busy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Silva Jr trying to control but Zulu postures up.
Zulu content to control rather than advance. #T3#
Zulu tries to pass the half guard into mount. Silva Jr knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Silva Jr is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Oblivion Gate, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Zulu prevents Silva Jr from improving his position.
Zulu tries to pass to full mount but Silva Jr defends it. #T4#
Zulu controlling the pace.
Silva Jr is refusing to be controlled, as Zulu sits in half guard.
Silva Jr tries to roll over but Zulu keeps him under control.
Silva Jr moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T5#
Silva Jr bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Zulu's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silva Jr (4) vs (2) Zulu#SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Zulu has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Silva Jr 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 Zulu. Score +3 for passing guard: Silva Jr (7) vs (2) Zulu
Zulu manages to work his way to half guard, despite Silva Jr's best efforts.
Zulu makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Zulu.
Silva Jr 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.
Zulu wants to sweep but no luck. #T6#
Silva Jr trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Zulu is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB2#
Zulu working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Silva Jr has passed into half guard!
Zulu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Zulu regains full guard. Nicely done. #T7#
Silva Jr trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Zulu manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Silva Jr (7) vs (4) Zulu
Silva Jr 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.
Silva Jr has his hands on Zulu's head, controlling the position.
Zulu is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T8#
Silva Jr wants to sweep but no luck.
Zulu looking to control the position here, rather than advance. #SUB#
Silva Jr is looking for a triangle but Zulu pushes his legs off easily.
Silva Jr keeping moving, preventing Zulu from controlling successfully. #T9#
Zulu stays in close to Silva Jr's body and controls the position.
Silva Jr pulls Zulu in close to prevent any damage.
Zulu controls the pace of the fight for a moment.#T10#
Silva Jr pulls Zulu in to control the position. #SUB#
Silva Jr is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Zulu is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T11#
Zulu wants to pass the guard but Silva Jr is keeping the position.
Silva Jr being controlled here, momentarily.
Silva Jr is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Silva Jr wants to sweep here but Zulu controlling him for the moment. #T12#
Zulu is stalling in the full guard.
Zulu wants to control from the top but Silva Jr keeps moving.
Silva Jr has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Zulu content to stall in guard here. #T13#
Zulu wants to pass the guard but Silva Jr is keeping the position.
Silva Jr is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T14#
Zulu is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Zulu tries to free his leg and advance position but Silva Jr is retaining full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zulu wants to control from the top but Silva Jr keeps moving.
Zulu seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Silva Jr takes the fight on points by 7 to 4.
A relieved looking Rich Silva Jr 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 298 - Kakuto vs Diesel
Date: Mar 13, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 6 losses; Rutger Petrov ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Frank Antenori and Don Winkell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Petrov throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Zulu's waist but Zulu gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Petrov off to one side.
Zulu is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.#TD#
Petrov drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Petrov (4) vs (0) Zulu
Zulu is looking to reverse the position.
Zulu is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Zulu 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.
Zulu is trying to get back to full guard.
Zulu won't allow Petrov to pass to mount.
Zulu wants to improve his position but Petrov is controlling well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Zulu is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Petrov pulls his head out easily.
Petrov trying to pass the guard but Zulu defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1##SUB#
Petrov is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Zulu doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Petrov .
Zulu is trying to get back to full guard.
Zulu makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Zulu.
Petrov stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zulu swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Zulu has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Petrov can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T2#
Petrov trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Petrov content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because Zulu has locked up a guillotine! Zulu's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? Petrov is holding on here and Zulu must be using up a lot of energy. Petrov has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! Zulu gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Shaka Zulu!
Shaka Zulu thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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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 heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 21 losses; Richard Morgan!
The judges for this bout are Edson Gomes, Matheus Silva and Thiago Cunha.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Zulu misses with a takedown attempt - Morgan sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
Morgan drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Zulu defends it well.#CL#
Zulu gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD#
Zulu wants the takedown. Morgan is fighting it off but Zulu persists and manages to bring the fight to the ground, ending up in Morgan's guard against the cage. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (0) Morgan
Zulu's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Morgan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Morgan is looking for a triangle but Zulu pushes his legs off easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Morgan wants to control but Zulu passes easily into half guard.
Morgan trying to control but Zulu postures up.
#T1#
Zulu content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Morgan keeping hold of Zulu's head, controlling as best he can.
Morgan regains full guard. Nicely done.
Morgan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Zulu controls the pace.#T2#
Morgan controls Zulu momentarily but Zulu frees himself.
Morgan is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Morgan looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Morgan is still trying to improve position.
Morgan pulls Zulu in close to prevent any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3##SUB2#
Morgan is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Zulu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Morgan swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Morgan working for a triangle but Zulu defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Morgan is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Zulu defends well.#T4##SUB2#
Morgan looking for a guillotine here but Zulu defends easily.
Morgan looking for a sweep. Not yet Morgan, not yet.
Morgan is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Morgan looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Zulu puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard. #T5##SUB2#
Morgan actively working from the bottom here.
Zulu performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Zulu wants to pass the guard but Morgan is defending well.
Morgan trying to hold on to Zulu's head to control him but Zulu postures up.
#T6##SUB2#
Zulu moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Morgan. Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (5) vs (0) Morgan
Zulu controlling the position.
Morgan tries to improve position but can't.
Zulu working away.
Zulu is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position. #T7#
Zulu gets to mount! Morgan was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. Score +2 for reaching mount: Zulu (7) vs (0) Morgan
Zulu controlling the position easily from mount.
Morgan is desperately trying to improve his position but Zulu has a good base and remains in mount.
Zulu looking to control and managing it successfully.
Zulu'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.#T8#
Morgan tries to lock up and control but Zulu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Morgan can't escape the position.
Zulu controlling from mount.
Zulu avoids the attempt from Morgan to control.
Zulu 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#
Morgan stops Zulu from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Morgan is in all sorts of trouble here.
Morgan tries to lock up and control but Zulu gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Morgan 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.
Morgan is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Morgan keeps trying to improve his position.#T10#
Zulu is looking to advance position but Morgan won't allow it.
Zulu not doing much here.
Zulu tries to pass to full mount but Morgan defends it.
Morgan is trying to maintain the position but Zulu is very close to passing his half guard.#T11#
Zulu with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Zulu wants to pass to mount but Morgan is defending the position.
Zulu passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (10) vs (0) Morgan
Zulu trying to control but Morgan is having none of it. #T12#
Zulu controlling from the full mount.
Morgan 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.
Zulu not doing much here.
#T13#
Zulu wants to lay and pray for a moment but Morgan keeps working.
Zulu frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (13) vs (0) Morgan
Morgan is squirming around, avoiding Zulu's attempts to control the action.
Morgan is in all sorts of trouble here.
Zulu controlling his opponent. #T14#
Morgan is squirming around, avoiding Zulu's attempts to control the action.
Zulu takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Zulu (16) vs (0) Morgan
Zulu trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Morgan doesn't escape.
Morgan rolls, trying to escape but Zulu keeps control of the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zulu biding his time, looking for the opening.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu takes the fight on points by 16 to 0.
A victorious Shaka Zulu 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 296 - Jones vs Trump
Date: Feb 27, 2022 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Amsterdam, with a TWGC record of 43 wins and 27 losses; Pablo Dominguez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Marco Blurström, Tarja Halkonen and Roosa Järviläinen.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#TD2#
Zulu shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Dominguez's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Dominguez (0) vs (2) Zulu
Zulu is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Zulu looking to pass the guard.
Dominguez has Zulu pulled in close to control his posture.
Zulu wants to pass the guard but Dominguez is keeping the position.
Dominguez is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Dominguez looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zulu is one step ahead there. #T1#
Dominguez looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Zulu is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Dominguez keeping full guard, as Zulu tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
Zulu pushes down on Dominguez's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Zulu looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Dominguez moves into full guard.
Dominguez has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Zulu is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Dominguez seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now. #T3#
Dominguez is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Zulu preventing the sweep.
Dominguez wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Zulu not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #T4#
Dominguez has his hands on Zulu's head, controlling the position.
Dominguez keeping full guard, as Zulu tries to pass.
Zulu is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Dominguez tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T5#
Zulu 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.
Dominguez working a defensive guard here.
Dominguez is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Zulu is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#T6#
Zulu tries to free his leg and advance position but Dominguez is retaining full guard.
Zulu is pushing down on Dominguez's leg trying to pass to half guard. Dominguez is fighting to maintain full guard but Zulu has managed to sneak the leg through.
Dominguez wants to control but Zulu is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Zulu perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Zulu trying to mount his opponent but Dominguez defends it.
Dominguez works his way to full guard. Good work.
Zulu engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Dominguez holds on and takes a little breather. #T7#
Dominguez controls Zulu momentarily but Zulu frees himself.
Dominguez tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Dominguez has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Zulu has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Dominguez (0) vs (5) Zulu
Dominguez is trying to control Zulu's posture but Zulu avoids it. #T8#
Dominguez tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad. Score +2 for reaching mount: Dominguez (0) vs (7) Zulu
Zulu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Let's hope that Zulu 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.
Dominguez is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T9#
Dominguez is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Zulu looking to control and managing it successfully.
Dominguez wants to hold on but Zulu pushes him away.
Zulu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Dominguez stops Zulu from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu controlling his opponent. #T10#
Zulu avoids the attempt from Dominguez to control.
Dominguez really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Dominguez 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: Dominguez (2) vs (7) Zulu
Zulu is trying to control the position but Dominguez postures up.
Dominguez slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Dominguez seems to be working for a kimura but Zulu defends the submission attempt.#T11#
Dominguez wants to free his trapped foot but Zulu is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Dominguez passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Zulu! Score +3 for passing guard: Dominguez (5) vs (7) Zulu
Zulu is working to get back to half guard.
Zulu is squirming around, avoiding Dominguez's attempts to control the action.
Zulu wants to control but Dominguez is having none of it.
Zulu sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#T12#
Zulu is looking to improve his position.
Zulu is pressing down on Dominguez's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Dominguez trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Zulu is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Dominguez (5) vs (9) Zulu
Zulu looking to pass the guard.
Zulu 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. #T13#
Dominguez wants to sweep but no luck.
Zulu passes Dominguez's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Dominguez trying to control but Zulu postures up.
Zulu prevents Dominguez from improving his position.
Dominguez moves into full guard.
#T14#
Zulu is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Dominguez wants to sweep here but Zulu controlling him for the moment.
Dominguez trying to keep a closed guard but Zulu is proving a slippery customer.
Dominguez is pulling down on Zulu's head. It's preventing any offense from Zulu, at least for the moment.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zulu seems content to control from guard here. He's going to have to remain active though if he doesn't want to get stood back up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu wins on points by 9 to 5.
Shaka Zulu decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
In defeat, Pablo Dominguez stepped up to the mic, saying 'I'm telling you right now, these people that fuckin do steroids, you know what I mean? I'm like, I wish everything was legal, because that would give them the chance to go out there and make their mark and then burn the fuck out. And that's when I come in with my consistency, because I'm coming.'. |
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Event:
CFC 456: Jimenez v Bang
Date: Jan 29, 2022 |
#R1#
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as Araujo checks a leg kick.
Araujo will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Araujo fails with the takedown.
A telegraphed right hand from Zulu misses the target.
Zulu on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Good standup being displayed there by Araujo as he connects with a hook.
Zulu throws out a leg kick but Araujo moves out of range and Zulu only half commits.
Araujo shoots in but Zulu avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Shaka Zulu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Thiago Araujo.
The fight stays on the outside here - Araujo looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Araujo fails with a takedown attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Araujo throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Zulu was covering up waiting for the punch and Araujo finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Araujo trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom. #T1#
Zulu looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Araujo slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Zulu is not content to let Araujo control the position.
Zulu is looking for a sweep.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Araujo looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
The ground and pound from Araujo seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent.
Araujo is looking to take a break and control but Zulu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Araujo is chipping away with strikes.
#CUT2#It looks like Shaka Zulu has been cut.
Zulu is looking to regain half guard here but Araujo keeps moving and retains side control. #SUB2#
Araujo is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Zulu knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The ground and pound from Araujo seems to be hitting the mat more than his opponent. #T3#
Araujo throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Zulu tries to get back to half guard but can't.
My spies in Soul Supremacy Rio inform me that Araujo has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!#SUB2#
Araujo goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Zulu has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Araujo but great work by Zulu.
Araujo tries to improve position but can't.
Zulu wants to control but Araujo is keeping him busy.
Araujo manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB2#
Araujo looking for submissions off his back.
Zulu takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Zulu tries to pass the half guard into mount. Araujo knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Araujo has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Araujo works his way to full guard. Good work.#T4#
Zulu trying to control the position from guard on top but Araujo is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Araujo working for submissions but it's allowed Zulu to get to half guard.
Araujo is looking to improve his position.
Zulu takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Zulu prevents Araujo from improving his position.
Zulu perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Araujo is looking to improve his position.
Araujo is looking to control Zulu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Araujo avoid being mounted?
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Thiago Araujo dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Shaka Zulu's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Araujo darts in looking for a takedown but Zulu gets double underhooks and turns Araujo into the cage.
Zulu swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Araujo blocks a jab.
Zulu misses with a looping left.
Thiago Araujo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Araujo shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Zulu as he avoids it easily.
Nice takedown defense from Zulu. No joy for Araujo on that attempt.
Shaka Zulu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Thiago Araujo.
Araujo misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Araujo shoots for a takedown but Zulu saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Araujo throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Zulu's waist but Zulu gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Araujo off to one side.
No luck for Araujo with that takedown attempt.
Araujo ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu throws a shot from downtown. Araujo moves away and avoids it.
Araujo changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Zulu misses the jab.
Zulu throws a jab but it's blocked by Araujo.
Araujo tries for a takedown but Zulu sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Araujo fails with the takedown.
A counter left hand to the body from Zulu misses its target.#T1#
Araujo keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Zulu.
Araujo takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Araujo is breathing heavily.
Araujo slips a straight right by Zulu.
Araujo staying out of range there.
Araujo doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Zulu counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
Zulu thows a left - swing and a miss!
Zulu scores with a jab.
Zulu is looking to chop away at Araujo's legs.
A slow jab from Zulu misses its intended target.
Araujo feints the counter takedown.
Araujo shoots in for a double leg but Zulu sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
A jab from Zulu does it's job there.
Zulu throws a poor cross that misses
#TD2#
and Araujo decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Zulu's guard.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Zulu is on top in guard.
#REVR#
Zulu stays in close to Araujo's body and controls the position.
Zulu works a leg free and moves into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T2#
Zulu trying to control the pace.
Zulu continues to stall.
Araujo trying to control here.
#SUB2#
Araujo looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Thiago Araujo has got the better of the ground game so far.
Zulu controlling the pace. #T3#
Zulu passes to full mount!
Araujo regains half guard.#SUB2#
Araujo is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Zulu pulls his head out easily.
Zulu trying to control the action but Araujo is working from the bottom.
Zulu sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Zulu trying to mount his opponent but Araujo defends it.
Zulu is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Araujo can do to turn this around?#T4##SUB2#
Araujo looking for submissions off his back.
Zulu wants to pass the guard but Araujo is defending well.
Araujo wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Araujo looking for submissions off his back.
Araujo tries to get to full guard but Zulu has control of the leg.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Zulu'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.
Zulu blocks the strikes from Araujo.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shaka Zulu dominated that second round.
The cut man is working on Shaka Zulu's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Zulu fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Araujo shoots in and drives through. Zulu sprawls well.
A slow jab from Zulu misses its intended target. #TD2#
Araujo drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Zulu tries to bench press Araujo off him but Araujo keeps the position. #SUB2#
Araujo looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Zulu is trying to control Araujo's posture but Araujo avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu manages to get back to half guard.
Zulu is controlling Araujo's trapped leg to prevent Araujo from advancing to side control.
Zulu regains full guard. Nicely done. #T1#
Araujo throws a big right hand that misses.
Araujo wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Araujo tries to free his leg and advance position but Zulu is retaining full guard.
Araujo is fighting to break Zulu's control of his arms but Zulu is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Zulu has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Zulu wants to sweep here but Araujo controlling him for the moment. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Zulu utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Araujo stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zulu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Zulu wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Zulu lands a right hook to the body.
Araujo looks for a takedown but Zulu sprawls well.
Araujo shoots in for a double leg but Zulu sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Zulu is looking to counter punch.
Shaka Zulu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Thiago Araujo.
Zulu misses with a hook.
Zulu stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Zulu wants it to stay on the feet.
Araujo takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
A combination from Zulu does no damage.
Zulu throws a jab but it's blocked by Araujo.
Zulu slaps away a takedown attempt from Araujo, before circling back to the center of the mat.#T3#
Zulu defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Araujo.
A slow jab from Zulu misses its intended target. #TD2#
Araujo drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Zulu is trying to improve his position.
Who's going to make the next move?#SUB2#
Araujo tries for a kimura but Zulu is defending well.
Zulu sneaks back into half guard.#T4#
Zulu slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Araujo throws a big elbow that misses.
Araujo loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Zulu is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##SUB2#
Araujo looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Araujo is trying to maintain the position but Zulu is very close to passing his half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Zulu takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Araujo is trying to control but can't.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Shaka Zulu.
I think Zulu has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Shaka Zulu!
During a confident post fight interview, Shaka Zulu thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
CFC 446: Wild v Yarborough
Date: Dec 22, 2021 |
#R1#
Outlaw moves away from the strike by Zulu.
Outlaw lands a nice shot to the body.
Zulu dives in and grabs Outlaw's left leg, looking for a takedown. Outlaw pushes down on Zulu's head and hops out.
As Zulu looks to move away, Outlaw throws a big counter combo but Zulu just gets out of the way.
Outlaw with a jab.#CUT#It looks like Shaka Zulu has been cut.
Outlaw moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Outlaw fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Zulu has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Outlaw throws a low kick, looking for Zulu's leg but Zulu calmly moves out of range.
Zulu changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
A punch lands to the side of Zulu 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Zulu gets clipped by a big right hand and goes down spinning to the canvas! Outlaw gets the back mount and begins to drop bombs on his rocked foe! Zulu is too out of it to defend against the strikes and the referee jumps in to save him from the beatdown!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). The Devils Outlaw!
The Devils Outlaw gave a mention to Voodoo Nutrition in his post fight interview. That will please them (and hopefully generate some sales). |
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Event:
CFC 441: DeSilva v Proudhon
Date: Nov 28, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
Zulu closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth. #SUB2#
Zulu is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Jesus is trying to escape and Zulu transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Jesus is forced to tap! Nice work there by Zulu! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Shaka Zulu!
A very excited looking Shaka Zulu 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:
SFL 97 | Mumu vs Laine
Date: Sep 05, 2021 |
#R1#
A solid leg kick lands there for Balkan.
Zulu dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Zulu lands with a hook. Balkan tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head. #CUT#It looks like Aleksander Balkan has been cut.#TD#
Balkan gets caught flat footed, as Zulu shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.
Zulu wants to control from the top but Balkan keeps moving.
Balkan being controlled here, momentarily.
Zulu pushing down on Balkan's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Balkan trying to hold on to Zulu's head to control him but Zulu postures up.
#SUB#
Zulu is working for a submission of some sort.
Balkan trying to control here.
#T1#
Balkan wants to get back to full guard.
Balkan blocking the ground and pound attempt from Zulu.
Balkan is looking to improve his position.
Balkan is doing well to control the position and prevent Zulu from advancing to side control.
Balkan is looking to control Zulu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Balkan avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Zulu is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Zulu is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB#
Zulu is looking for a kimura here.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu controlling the action here. #T2#
Zulu prevents Balkan from improving his position.
Zulu is stalling here. Balkan is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Zulu seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Balkan has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
Zulu is looking for a sweep.
Zulu is working hard here to advance position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zulu is not content to let Balkan control the position.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Zulu is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Balkan's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB#
Zulu is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Balkan pulls his head out easily. #T3#
Zulu tries to get to full guard but Balkan has control of the leg. #SUB#
Zulu looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Zulu looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ground and pound from Balkan.
Zulu gets full guard.
Balkan trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Zulu working a defensive guard but Balkan manages to pass into side control anyway.
Zulu is looking for a sweep.#T4#
Balkan trying to control the action but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Zulu is looking to regain half guard here but Balkan keeps moving and retains side control.
Zulu sneaks back into half guard.
Balkan tries to pass to full mount but Zulu defends it.
Balkan is keen to just control but Zulu is a slippery customer.
Balkan is thwarting Zulu's attempts to control the position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Balkan prevents Zulu from improving his position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shaka Zulu dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Aleksander Balkan's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Balkan tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Zulu manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Zulu throws out a powerful jab.
Zulu slips under a jab from Balkan.
Zulu looks to throw the jab but Balkan is out of range.
Balkan looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#CL2#
Balkan has taken the fight to the clinch.
A short right from Zulu on the inside.
Balkan lands with a left to the head. #CUT2#It looks like Shaka Zulu has been cut.
Balkan lands a left hand.
I was talking to Zulu's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Balkan lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Zulu jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Balkan walks away with a smile on his face. Zulu gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Balkan looks to score with a jab to the body but Zulu is just out of range.#CL#
Zulu clinches with his opponent.
Balkan is pressed up against the cage. Zulu has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Balkan down to the mat. Balkan avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Zulu tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Balkan paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Zulu tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Balkan manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Zulu lands with a right hand. #T1##TD#
Zulu looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
Balkan manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Zulu keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage. #ROC#Balkan is rocked!
Balkan is still on wobbly legs! Can Zulu finish him?
Zulu misses with the head strike.
#TD#
Zulu drags the fight down to the ground.
#SUB#
Zulu is working for submissions here. He's thrown up his legs looking for a triangle but Balkan frees his head nicely. Oh but Zulu has switched to an armbar! Balkan is tapping furiously! Lovely submission there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:34 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Armbar). Shaka Zulu!
Our winner, Shaka Zulu, 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:
SFL 91 | McGuire vs Sasaki
Date: Aug 08, 2021 |
#R1##TD2#
Zulu closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Dentler's guard.
Dentler pulls Zulu in close to prevent any damage.
Zulu is looking to work some ground and pound but Dentler has wrist control.#SUB2#
Zulu postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Dentler is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Zulu, into his guard. #REVR#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Zulu looking for a triangle here. Dentler is fighting it but it looks tight! Zulu pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Dentler is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Shaka Zulu!
Shaka Zulu thanked the fans post fight for their support.
Jessy Dentler was interviewed post fight and said 'Man I thought we had this one. I dont know what to do from here. Ive got some soul searching to do but this could be the end for me. Thanks to everyone that has supported me.'. |
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Event:
TWGC 34 (265+lbs, D1): Finals - Round 1
Date: Jul 08, 2021 |
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 5 wins and 3 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 13 wins and 6 losses; Devlin Draco!
The judges for this bout are Radbod Blank, Patrick Alders and Nard Betker.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Draco fails to land the takedown.#TD#
Zulu shoots in and gets a takedown into Draco's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (0) Draco
Zulu trying to control the position from guard on top but Draco is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Draco working a defensive guard here.
Zulu is looking to pass into half guard but Draco pushes him away with his feet and jumps on top - now Draco is in guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (2) Draco
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu keeping moving, preventing Draco from controlling successfully.
Zulu 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.#SUB#
Zulu working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Draco doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Draco manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Zulu controlling the position.
Zulu is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Draco is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Draco pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zulu is keeping the position for now.
Draco won't allow Zulu to sweep him here.
Zulu is pulling down on Draco's head to control his posture.
Draco controlling from the top position. #T2#
Draco stands and throws Zulu's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (2) vs (5) Draco
Zulu is trying to improve his position.
Zulu prevents Draco from moving into mount.
Zulu is looking to regain half guard here but Draco keeps moving and retains side control.
Zulu can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB2#
Draco wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Zulu, who protects the arm well. #T3#
Draco trying to control the position but Zulu is working away.
Zulu is trying to control Draco's posture but Draco avoids it.
Zulu tries to improve position but can't.
Zulu is working hard here to advance position.
Draco is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Zulu is trying to control Draco's posture but Draco avoids it.
We've been hearing good reports from Zulu'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.#T4#
Zulu is trying to improve his position.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Zulu has one of Draco's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
Draco is looking to take a break and control but Zulu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Zulu sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#T5#
Zulu is looking for a sweep. Draco is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Draco not doing much here.
#SUB2#
Draco is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Zulu has managed to free his arm - good work.
Zulu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Zulu regains full guard. Nicely done.
Draco slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (2) vs (8) Draco#T6#
Draco controls the position. #SUB2#
Draco working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Zulu manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Zulu wants to get back to full guard.
Zulu is not content to let Draco control the position.
Draco sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T7#
Zulu keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
Zulu trying to hold on to Draco's head to control him but Draco postures up.
#SUB2#
Draco is looking for a kimura but Zulu is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Draco to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Draco is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Zulu is looking for a sweep. Draco is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T8#
Draco is trying to control. Zulu wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The fighters are battling for position here. Zulu manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Zulu managing to control the position.
Draco 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.
Draco trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Draco's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T9#
Zulu trying to control the position here.
Draco wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Zulu is trying to keep Draco in close.
Zulu keeping moving, preventing Draco from controlling successfully.
Zulu seems keen to control Draco's posture.#T10#
Draco stopping the sweep attempt from Zulu.
Draco trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Draco is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
Zulu not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Draco tries to free his leg and advance position but Zulu is retaining full guard.
Zulu is adopting a defensive guard.
Zulu looking to hit a scissor sweep but Draco is one step ahead there. #T11#
Draco controlling from the top position.
Draco passes Zulu's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Draco not doing much here.
#T12#
Zulu preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
Zulu gets back to full guard.
Draco's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Draco trying to control the position from guard on top but Zulu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Draco tries to free his leg and advance position but Zulu is retaining full guard. #T13#
Zulu tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Draco wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Zulu not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Zulu is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Draco is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Zulu managing to control the position. #T14#
Draco trying to control the position from guard on top but Zulu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zulu keeping full guard, as Draco tries to pass.
Draco is fighting to break Zulu's control of his arms but Zulu is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Zulu looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Draco pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zulu is keeping the position for now.
Draco wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
And that's the end of the fight!
Draco wins on points by 8 to 2.
Devlin Draco took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Big Chief Nutrition & Laundry Services (80%) for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
TWGC 34 (265+lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jun 29, 2021 |
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 4 wins and 3 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Hilo, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Evaristo Jesus!
The judges for this bout are Ren Mimura, Yukihiro Yamamoto and Shirou Masuda.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#CL#
Zulu clinches up with Jesus and pushes him back against the cage.
Jesus is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#TD#
Zulu turns his hips and lands a very nice judo throw into side control! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Zulu (4) vs (0) Jesus
Jesus is trying to improve his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jesus is trying to control Zulu's posture but Zulu avoids it.
Zulu tries to move into full mount but can't pass Jesus's legs.
Jesus keeping his opponent close.
Zulu controlling the position from side mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jesus struggling a bit here.
We've been hearing good reports from Zulu'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.
Zulu just content to control the position. #T1#
Jesus tries to improve position but can't.
Jesus keeps trying to improve his position.
Jesus struggling a bit here.
Jesus is looking for a sweep.
Jesus trying to remain calm as Zulu controls from the top position.
Jesus is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Zulu performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T2#
Zulu prevents Jesus from improving his position.#SUB2#
Jesus actively working from the bottom here.
Zulu takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Jesus regains full guard. Nicely done.
Zulu is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Jesus seems keen to control Zulu's posture.
Zulu stands and throws Jesus's legs to the side, diving into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (7) vs (0) Jesus
A lull in the action here as Zulu stalls from top position.
Jesus tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Zulu wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T3#
Zulu 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 Jesus's shoulder. That is not cool.
Jesus is looking for a sweep.
Zulu tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Jesus tries to buck Zulu off but Zulu is having none of it.
Zulu controlling from side mount.
Jesus tries to improve position but can't.
Jesus is still trying to improve position.
Zulu will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Zulu controlling from side mount. #T4#
Zulu working away.
Jesus prevents Zulu from moving into mount.
Zulu taking a breather here.
Zulu wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jesus keeps working.
Zulu moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Zulu (9) vs (0) Jesus
Jesus is desperately trying to improve his position but Zulu has a good base and remains in mount.
Zulu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Jesus wants to hold on but Zulu pushes him away.
Jesus really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#T5##SUB#
Jesus tries to improve his position but Zulu has taken his back! Zulu has a choke - it's sunk in pretty tight... Will Jesus tap? No... maybe... yes! He's tapped! Zulu pushes Jesus away and gets up to celebrate with his corner!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:21 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Shaka Zulu!
A relieved looking Shaka Zulu thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
In defeat, Evaristo Jesus stepped up to the mic, saying 'WTF'. |
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Event:
TWGC 33 (265lbs, D1): Tokyo Qualifier - Round 1
Date: May 10, 2021 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 18 wins and 12 losses; David Allan Coe! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Taro Takaoka, Shigeki Fujiwara and Yasuomi Hirokawa.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Coe shoots in but no luck this time.
Coe shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Zulu pinned against the cage. Zulu gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Zulu shoots in but no luck this time.
Coe is trying hard to land a takedown here. Zulu sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for David Allan Coe. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Zulu stuffs the takedown.
Coe definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#TD2#
Zulu shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. Coe is trying to defend but Zulu finishes it well and ends up in half guard. Let's see if he can advance position further. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Coe (0) vs (2) Zulu
Coe wants to get back to full guard.
Zulu is looking to take a break and control but Coe 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.
Coe trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Coe actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Zulu is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Coe defends it well. #T1#
Zulu works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Coe (0) vs (5) Zulu
Coe wants to control but Zulu is having none of it.#SUB2#
Zulu goes for an armbar but Coe turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Coe. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Coe (2) vs (5) Zulu
Coe will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Coe advances to half guard. #SUB#
Coe trying to work for an americana but Zulu has managed to regain full guard.
Coe postures up.
#T2#
Coe trying to control the position from guard on top but Zulu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Coe won't allow Zulu to sweep him here. #SUB2#
Zulu is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Coe is aware though and is defending well.
Zulu wants to sweep but no luck.
Coe wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Zulu is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T3#
Coe passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Coe (5) vs (5) Zulu
Zulu is trying to get back to half guard.
Zulu manages to get back to half guard.
Zulu gets back to full guard.
Coe tries to free his leg and advance position but Zulu is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Zulu looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Coe trying to control the position from guard on top but Zulu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Coe passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Coe (8) vs (5) Zulu#T4#
Zulu manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Coe (8) vs (7) Zulu#SUB#
Coe looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Coe is not content to let Zulu control the position.
Coe tries to get to full guard but Zulu has control of the leg.
Coe trying to control from the bottom.
Coe moves into full guard.
Zulu advances to half guard. #T5#
Zulu is thwarting Coe's attempts to control the position.#SUB2#
Zulu seems to be looking for submissions.
Coe slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Coe 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: Coe (10) vs (7) Zulu
Coe is keen to just control but Zulu is a slippery customer.
Coe prevents Zulu from improving his position.
Zulu is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T6#
Zulu keeping hold of Coe's head, controlling as best he can.
Coe moves into full mount! Zulu won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Coe (13) vs (7) Zulu
Zulu is trying to escape the mount.
Zulu tries to lock up and control but Coe gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB#
Coe looking to secure an arm triangle but Zulu defends it well.
Coe controlling his opponent. #T7##SUB#
Coe working for a submission but Zulu is keeping him at bay.
Zulu is desperately trying to improve his position but Coe has a good base and remains in mount.
Zulu is still trying to improve position.
Coe trying to control but Zulu is having none of it.
Zulu tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Zulu is squirming around, avoiding Coe's attempts to control the action. #T8#
Zulu is looking to improve his position but Coe isn't that keen on the idea.
Zulu manages to regain half guard. Good work.
Coe works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Coe (16) vs (7) Zulu
Coe takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Score +3 for taking back: Coe (19) vs (7) Zulu#SUB#
Coe is persistently looking for the submission but Zulu is defending it well.
Zulu breaks Coe's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Coe (19) vs (9) Zulu#T9##SUB#
Coe looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Coe trying to control the position.
Coe bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Zulu's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Coe (21) vs (9) Zulu
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Coe looking to pass the guard.
Coe sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Zulu tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Coe slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T10#
Coe advances to half guard. #SUB2#
Zulu looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Zulu looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Coe is trying to control. Zulu wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Zulu trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Coe is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Coe is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Zulu has managed to free his arm - good work.
Coe 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#
Zulu looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T11#
Coe perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Coe is looking to take a break and control but Zulu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Coe is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB2#
Zulu looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Zulu is defending against the submission attempts here by Coe.
#T12##SUB#
Coe is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Zulu is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 12:19 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). David Allan Coe!
David Allan Coe managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
SFL 60 | Mumu vs Viking
Date: Apr 03, 2021 |
#R1#
Zulu throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Zulu darts in trying to clinch
enabling Balkan to counter with a crisp jab. #CUT2#It looks like Shaka Zulu has been cut.
Zulu lands with a right hand.
Balkan throws a jab but it's blocked by Zulu.
Balkan throws a looping overhand right but Zulu ducks down to avoid it.
Zulu was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
Zulu misses with a wild body shot.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Balkan.
Zulu doesn't manage to clinch there - Balkan circles away.
Zulu scores with a jab to the jaw.
Balkan ducks under a wild hook from Zulu.#T1#
The fighters circling - Zulu throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Balkan swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Zulu throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Balkan's waist but Balkan gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Zulu off to one side.
As Zulu backs off Balkan throws a huge counter combo but Zulu manages to avoid it all.
Balkan walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
Zulu fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Balkan looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Zulu tries to clinch up
and Balkan cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Zulu tries to clinch up but Balkan circles away and keeps his distance.
Zulu throws a poor cross that misses
and Balkan counters with a straight right hand.
Zulu misses with an uppercut
and Balkan counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.#CUT2#Shaka Zulu's cut is getting worse.
Zulu tries to clinch
and Zulu takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #ROC2#Zulu is rocked!#T2#
Balkan changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
Aleksander Balkan is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Zulu is breathing heavily.
Zulu is wiping some vaseline out of his eye. Balkan doesn't give a rats ass about fair play and cracks him with a massive hook to the side of the head! Zulu crumples to the floor out cold! The cornerman is going to be in Zulu's bad books for that mishap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:12 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Aleksander Balkan!
A relieved looking Aleksander Balkan 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:
SFL 48 | Mumu vs Babinski
Date: Feb 17, 2021 |
#R1##CL2#
Zulu moves into the clinch successfully.
Zulu is working for takedown but Barrels is calmly controlling the position for now.
Zulu tries a body shot but Barrels blocks it.
Zulu lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Barrels blocking some punches.
Barrels lands a left hand that snaps the head of Zulu backwards.
Zulu blocks an uppercut.
Barrels throws a head punch that misses.
Zulu lands a nice knee to the body.
Barrels is breathing heavily.
Zulu leaning his opponent against the cage.
Zulu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Barrels prevents a takedown attempt there.
Zulu scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Barrels misses with some punches.
A head punch on the inside from Zulu fails to land.
Zulu lands with a right to the head.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Barrels with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
#TD2#
Zulu has hold of one of Barrels's legs. Barrels is fighting the takedown attempt but Zulu gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Zulu is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Zulu content to stall in guard here. #T1#
Barrels 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.
Zulu trying to control the position from guard on top but Barrels is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Barrels looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zulu is one step ahead there.
Zulu works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
Zulu is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Zulu is trying to control. Barrels wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Barrels wants to get back to his feet.
Barrels tries to get to full guard but Zulu has control of the leg. #T2#
Zulu is trying to control the action in half guard but Barrels is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Zulu seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime. #SUB2#
Zulu is looking for a kimura here.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Barrels is not content to let Zulu control the position.
Barrels is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Barrels is working hard here to advance position.
Barrels wants to control but Zulu is keeping busy.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T3#
Zulu works his way into side control.
Zulu lands an elbow.
Zulu looks up at the clock and then as Barrels takes his cue and looks up at the clock too, Zulu smacks him right in the chops with a big elbow! How rude!
Barrels is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Barrels is not content to let Zulu control the position.
Barrels is looking to reverse the position.
Barrels sneaks back into half guard.
Barrels is looking to improve his position.
#T4#
Zulu is keeping good posture, landing some ground and pound.
Zulu trying to control the action but Barrels is working from the bottom.
Barrels is pressing down on Zulu's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Zulu with a flurry of punches that miss.
Barrels keeping full guard, as Zulu tries to pass.
Zulu distracts Barrels with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Zulu trying to control but Barrels is working from the bottom.
Zulu sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Barrels's guard.
Barrels is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Westside Martial Arts, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Zulu drops an elbow to the side of Barrels's head.
Zulu lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears. #ROC2#Barrels is rocked!
Barrels is looking to improve his position.
Oh Barrels is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!#SUB2#
Zulu is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Barrels defends it well.
Barrels wants to get back to full guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Shaka Zulu dominated that round.
That's time! Barrels's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
Barrels pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from Zulu! But no joy.
Barrels seems to have got his legs back now.
Zulu misses with a body punch
and Barrels counters with a straight right hand.#CUT#It looks like Shaka Zulu has been cut.
A slow jab from Zulu misses its intended target.
Zulu steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Barrels.
Tu Barrels seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Barrels misses with a telegraphed body shot
and Zulu counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC2#Barrels is rocked!#CUT2#It looks like Tu Barrels has been cut.
Barrels listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Zulu looks to throw the jab but Barrels is out of range.
Zulu throws a hook but Barrels avoids it easily.
Zulu has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Zulu lands an uppercut, right on the button! Barrels tumbles backwards into the cage, staring vacantly into space! He's got no idea where he is, who he is or what day it is... Poor guy.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:31 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Shaka Zulu!
After winning the bout, Shaka Zulu 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:
SFL 36 | Rishkinov vs Bangin
Date: Jan 03, 2021 |
#R1#
Zulu keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Rutten.
Rutten moves out of range of the strikes.
Rutten uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Zulu.
The fight stays on the outside here - Rutten looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Zulu scores with a hook.#CUT#It looks like Sebastian Rutten has been cut.
Zulu throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Zulu is trying hard to land a takedown here. Rutten sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Rutten on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
Zulu tests Rutten's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Rutten lands a nice hook to Zulu's body. Zulu takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Zulu jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Rutten dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Zulu tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Rutten makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Zulu is breathing heavily.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Zulu takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Rutten lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Zulu at a distance.
Zulu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#T1#
Rutten fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.
Rutten scores with a sloppy punch to the body. Not much technique there but it did the business.
Zulu circles away from the clinch attempt.
Zulu half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Sebastian Rutten seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rutten stuns Zulu with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Zulu tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
A big right from Rutten misses.
Rutten misses with an uppercut. Zulu saw that one coming.
Nice body punch from Rutten.
Rutten scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.#CUT2#It looks like Shaka Zulu has been cut.
Rutten digs a good body shot into Zulu's ribs.
Good exchange - Rutten coming out on top.
Jab by Rutten.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Rutten throws a series of punches but Zulu avoids them all with ease.
Rutten lands a slapping body shot.
#CL2#
Rutten has taken the fight to the clinch.
Rutten tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Zulu's elbow.
Zulu misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
Rutten cracks Zulu with a nice body shot.
Zulu is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Rutten is defending well for now.
A nice right hand lands inside from Rutten. #CUT2#Shaka Zulu's cut is getting worse.
Rutten lands a body punch.
Rutten working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Rutten lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Rutten throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Rutten misses with a short punch on the inside.
Rutten is leaning against Zulu and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Rutten doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Rutten scores with a hook to the body.
Rutten struggles to land a body shot inside as Zulu controls his hands.
Rutten has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Zulu seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Rutten can turn it around.
Rutten can't find room to land a body shot as Zulu controls the action.
A right handed body shot lands from Rutten.
Rutten tries to work over Zulu's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Zulu tries for a takedown but Rutten manages to get underhooks.
Rutten misses with a hook from the clinch. #T3#
A hook to the body from Rutten.
Rutten lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Zulu.
A right hand to the body from Rutten.
Rutten pushes Zulu back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Rutten lands a hook to the side of the head.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Rutten.
Rutten cracks Zulu with a nice body shot.
Rutten works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Zulu looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shaka Zulu. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Rutten scores with a shoulder strike.
Rutten stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
Rutten drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Rutten has Zulu pressed against the cage.
Rutten digs a right hand underneath Zulu's ribcage. Zulu let out a lung full of air as it connected.#T4#
Rutten lands with a short head shot on the inside. #CUT2#Shaka Zulu's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Zulu prevents a body shot from Rutten.
Rutten throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Zulus head.
A hook to the body from Rutten.
Rutten lands a nice uppercut.#ROC2#Zulu is rocked!
Rutten throws a big uppercut that drops Zulu! More strikes from Rutten and the referee jumps in to stop the fight! Zulu lies dazed against the cage as Rutten celebrates with his cornermen!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Sebastian Rutten!
A very excited looking Sebastian Rutten 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:
FARTMMA 124
Date: Nov 14, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2#
Zulu moves into the clinch.
Dupont is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Zulu gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Zulu trying to land knees to the body.
Zulu tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Zulu stalls. #TD#
Dupont has picked Zulu up - he's going for a ride! Dupont dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard.
Zulu 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.
Zulu is looking to control Dupont's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Zulu avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Zulu looking for submissions off his back.
Dupont is looking to advance position but Zulu won't allow it.
Zulu trying to control but Dupont postures up.
#SUB#
Dupont is looking for a kimura here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Dupont is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Zulu is pressing down on Dupont's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T1#
Zulu trying to strike from the bottom but really, it's not the best position to be doing that from!
Zulu wants to sweep here but Dupont controlling him for the moment.
Dupont trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Zulu looking for a sweep. Not yet Zulu, not yet.
Dupont pushes down on Zulu's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Dupont is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Zulu is just riding it out for now. Dupont eventually gives up the hold.
Dupont works his foot free and advances to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2##SUB#
Dupont with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
Zulu gets back to half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Dupont wants to pass to mount but Zulu is defending the position.
Zulu wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Dupont seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Zulu has recovered full guard.
Dupont trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but Zulu manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB#
Zulu postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.#T3#
Zulu throws a big elbow that misses.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Zulu's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Zulu is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound. #SUB#
Zulu got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dupont has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Zulu has managed to get both his arms back between Dupont's legs - danger averted.
Zulu cracks Dupont with a solid left hand.
Zulu scoring with some ground and pound. #SUB#
Dupont looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Zulu has picked Dupont up and slammed him! Dupont can't keep hold of the triangle and Zulu manages to pass to side control!
Zulu trying to control the position but Dupont is working away. #SUB2#
Zulu is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Dupont is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Dupont taking punishment in the form of punches.
Dupont is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Zulu off and has taken his back!#SUB#
Zulu defending nicely against the rear naked choke attempt.
You can see the frustration on Zulu's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
Zulu turns into Dupont and is now in his guard.
#T4#
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!
Dupont preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage. #SUB#
Zulu got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dupont has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Zulu has managed to get both his arms back between Dupont's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Dupont escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Zulu gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB#
Zulu got a little sloppy there for a moment and Dupont has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Zulu has managed to get both his arms back between Dupont's legs - danger averted.#SUB#
Dupont is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Zulu defends well.
Zulu trying to control but Dupont is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Dupont looking for a guillotine here but Zulu defends easily.
#SUB#
Dupont throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Zulu escapes and throws Dupont's legs to the side, diving into side control!
Dupont is looking to regain half guard here but Zulu keeps moving and retains side control.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Shaka Zulu will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
Zulu connects with a good right hand that stumbles Dupont. Dupont circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#CL2#
Zulu clinches up with Dupont and pushes him back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Dupont.
Dupont is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Zulu is defending well.
Dupont drops down looking for an ankle pick but Zulu pulls his leg out and moves away.
Dupont shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Zulu as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Hugues Dupont. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD#
Dupont closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Dupont lands in his opponent's guard.
Dupont slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.#SUB#
Dupont tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Zulu manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Zulu is trying to control the action in half guard but Dupont is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Dupont looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Zulu landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Zulu has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#T1#
Zulu controlling the action here.
Zulu is keen to just control but Dupont is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Dupont looking for submissions off his back.
Zulu drops an elbow to the side of Dupont's head.
Zulu landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent. #SUB#
Dupont looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Zulu pushes past his half guard into mount!
Zulu prevents Dupont from getting the reversal.
Zulu is in full mount looking to finish with strikes. He lands a big shot, followed by another and Dupont goes limp! The ref jumps in to end the fight - a big win for Zulu!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Shaka Zulu!
A relieved looking Shaka Zulu 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:
FARTMMA 116
Date: Sep 12, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2#
Zulu clinches with his opponent.
Zulu swings wildly with an uppercut but Bullock uses good head movement to avoid it.
Bullock has Zulu pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Zulu manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Bullock tries for a takedown. No joy.
Bullock blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#TD2#
Zulu jumps guard.
Bullock trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Zulu looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Zulu working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Bullock doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Bullock manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu striking off his back but it's not causing Bullock any problems.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Zulu holds on and takes a little breather. #T1#
Bullock in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Zulu manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Bullock manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Bullock wants to get back to his feet but Zulu is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Zulu distracts Bullock with his right hand and drops a big elbow with his other arm.
Bullock looking for a sweep. Not yet Bullock, not yet.
Zulu slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Zulu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bullock swivels though and keeps the full guard. #T2#
Zulu 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.
Let's hope that Zulu 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.
Zulu lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Zulu stands up over Bullock, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Zulu with a nice head shot there.
Bullock is trying to control the position but Zulu postures up.
Zulu wants to pass the guard but Bullock is keeping the position.
Zulu is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T3#
Bullock looking to control.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Zulu accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Zulu engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL2#
Zulu closes the distance and clinches. #TD2#
Zulu tightens his grip and picks Bullock up, before dumping him to the ground. Bullock manages to land in guard.
Bullock wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Zulu manages to pass to side control. #REVR#
Bullock wants to get back to his feet.
#T4#
Zulu thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Zulu trying to mount his opponent but Bullock defends it.
Zulu moves into full mount! Bullock won't be happy about that!
Bullock is squirming around, avoiding Zulu's attempts to control the action.
Zulu is landing with some decent strikes but Bullock is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.#CUT2#It looks like Lars Bullock has been cut.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Zulu won't let Bullock get back to his feet... He wants to keep the fight where it is for now.
Zulu controlling his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Shaka Zulu dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Lars Bullock's cut.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
Zulu slaps away a takedown attempt from Bullock, before circling back to the center of the mat.#TD#
Bullock closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Zulu quickly recovers to half guard.
Bullock knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Zulu on the ground.
Zulu gets full guard.
Zulu avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Zulu has his hands on Bullock's head, controlling the position.
Bullock preventing the sweep.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Zulu looking to try and escape his hips here, looking for a submission. It looks like he's going for a triangle but Bullock is defending well. Zulu quickly switches to an armbar and extends the arm! Bullock has no choice but to tap, to a very quick submission! Wow, that was lightning fast! Zulu celebrates on the cage, with the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Shaka Zulu!
After the fight, Shaka Zulu 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:
TWGC 30 (265+lbs, D2): Finals - Round 1
Date: Jul 18, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Phil Coleman! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 1 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Elvis Blanc and Robert Douchet.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Zulu gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #CL#
and Coleman counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Coleman.
Zulu tries for a takedown. No joy.
#TD#
Coleman manages to pull guard.
Zulu wants to control from the top but Coleman keeps moving.
Coleman is trying to keep Zulu in close.
Zulu being controlled here momentarily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Coleman keeping moving, preventing Zulu from controlling successfully.
Coleman might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Coleman wants to sweep but no luck. #T1#
Coleman being controlled here, momentarily.
Let's hope that Zulu 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.
Zulu pushing down on Coleman's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Zulu trying to control the action but Coleman is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Coleman is looking to improve his position.
#T2#
Zulu wants to pass to mount but Coleman is defending the position.
Coleman is controlling Zulu's trapped leg to prevent Zulu from advancing to side control.
Coleman is looking to control Zulu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Coleman avoid being mounted?
Zulu controlling the action here.
Coleman is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#T3#
Coleman wants to control but Zulu is keeping busy.
Coleman tries to roll over but Zulu keeps him under control.
Zulu wants to free his trapped foot but Coleman is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T4#
Zulu keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Coleman manages to get to full guard.
Coleman keeping moving, preventing Zulu from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Coleman had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Zulu defends it easily.
Coleman tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T5#
Zulu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Zulu sitting in guard here, content to control.
Zulu wants to control from the top but Coleman keeps moving.
Coleman looking to control.
Zulu is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Coleman is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
Zulu trying to control the position from guard on top but Coleman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T6#
Coleman is trying to keep Zulu in close.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Coleman looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Zulu stopping the sweep attempt from Coleman.#T7#
Zulu controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Zulu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Zulu is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Coleman is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control. #T8#
Zulu looking to sit in guard and control but Coleman gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Coleman (2) vs (0) Zulu
Zulu trying to keep a closed guard but Coleman is proving a slippery customer.
Coleman trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Coleman being controlled here momentarily.
Zulu is trying to control the position but Coleman postures up. #T9#
Coleman controls from within his opponent's guard.
Zulu manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Coleman manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Coleman (2) vs (2) Zulu
Coleman controls Zulu momentarily but Zulu frees himself.
Coleman looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zulu is one step ahead there.
Coleman trying to control the position.
#T10#
Zulu preventing the sweep.
Zulu 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.
Coleman is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Zulu showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Zulu trying to control the position from guard on top but Coleman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T11#
Zulu is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Coleman is pulling down on Zulu's head to control his posture.
Coleman trying to keep a closed guard but Zulu is proving a slippery customer.
#T12#
Zulu is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Coleman trying to control the position.
Coleman is really struggling to control Zulu but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T13##SUB#
Coleman looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Zulu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Coleman is keeping the position for now.
Zulu stays in close to Coleman's body and controls the position.
Zulu passes Coleman's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Zulu is looking for a kimura but Coleman is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Zulu to get the leverage.
Zulu wants to take a breather but Coleman is having none of it. #T14#
Coleman is looking for a sweep. Zulu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Coleman is not content to let Zulu control the position.
Coleman is holding on to half guard well.
Coleman is looking to control Zulu's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Coleman avoid being mounted?
Coleman manages to get to full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Coleman has control of Zulu's left arm, preventing Zulu from doing any damage.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and Coleman gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
Coleman takes the fight on points by 3 to 2.
An out of breath Phil Coleman 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:
TWGC 30 (265+lbs, D2): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jul 09, 2020 |
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 0 wins and 0 losses; Murska Puro! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, Yves DeLean and Elvis Blanc.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Zulu dives in for a single leg takedown but Puro sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#CL2#
Zulu rushes Puro and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Puro wants to take the fight to the mat but Zulu manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Puro tries to score a body lock takedown but Zulu shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Zulu has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Puro clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Puro (0) vs (4) Zulu#SUB2#
Zulu is working for the rear naked choke. He has one arm under the chin but Puro has hold of the other arm. A bit of a stalemate here.
Puro trying to control the hands but Zulu breaks the grip. #SUB2#
Zulu looking to finish the fight with a rear naked choke. Puro is controlling Zulu 's left arm and he spins nicely into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Puro (2) vs (4) Zulu
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Zulu working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Puro doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Puro manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1#
Zulu is trying to control the position but Puro postures up. #SUB2#
Zulu looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Zulu controlling the position.
Puro engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #SUB2#
Zulu looking for a guillotine here but Puro defends easily.
Zulu is looking to sweep but instead, Puro has passed into half guard.
#T2#
Zulu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Puro not doing much here.
Zulu is looking for a sweep. Puro is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Zulu slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Zulu is trying to keep Puro in close.
#T3#
Zulu wants to sweep here but Puro controlling him for the moment.
Puro is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Zulu controlling the position.
Puro stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zulu swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Zulu has his foot on Puro's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Puro works his way back into a safe position though.
Puro controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Puro trying to control the position from guard on top but Zulu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Zulu trying to keep a closed guard but Puro is proving a slippery customer.
Puro won't allow Zulu to sweep him here.
Puro controls from within his opponent's guard.
Puro pushing down on Zulu's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Zulu gets back to full guard.
Puro trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Puro content to stall in guard here. #T5##SUB2#
Zulu working for a triangle but Puro defends it easily.
Puro wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Zulu looking for a sweep. Not yet Zulu, not yet. #T6#
Zulu is still trying to improve position.
Puro sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Zulu lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Puro (2) vs (6) Zulu
Zulu trying to control but Puro is working from the bottom.
Zulu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Puro swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Zulu trying to control but Puro is working from the bottom. #T7#
Puro wants to sweep here but Zulu controlling him for the moment.
Zulu slips nicely into half guard.
Zulu wants to pass the guard but Puro is defending well.
Puro tries to roll over but Zulu keeps him under control.
Puro is in trouble now - Zulu has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Puro (2) vs (9) Zulu#SUB2#
Puro defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Zulu. #SUB2#
Puro defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Zulu. #T8#
Puro is in all sorts of trouble here.
Zulu can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Puro is looking to escape.
Zulu might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Puro haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB2#
Zulu jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… Puro is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by Puro and Zulu has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
#SUB2#
Zulu is trying to get an arm triangle but Puro is defending well. #T9##SUB2#
Zulu thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Zulu working away.
Puro stops Zulu from passing to mount.
Puro definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Puro seems a little lost for a moment, as Zulu dominates the positioning.#SUB2#
Zulu thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB2#
Zulu thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #T10#
Puro is looking to regain half guard here but Zulu keeps moving and retains side control.
Puro is working hard here to advance position.
Puro is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Zulu's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Zulu is trying to control the action in half guard but Puro is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Puro controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Puro trying to control here.
#T11#
Zulu is stalling here. Puro is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Zulu seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Puro has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Puro (6) vs (9) Zulu
Zulu manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Puro (6) vs (11) Zulu
Zulu wants to pass the guard but Puro is defending well.
Puro is staying active underneath Zulu, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Zulu slows the pace down in half guard.
Zulu is trying to control. Puro wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T12##SUB2#
Zulu is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Puro doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Zulu.
Zulu works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Puro (6) vs (14) Zulu
Zulu wants to lay and pray for a moment but Puro keeps working.
Zulu working away.#SUB2#
Zulu tries for a kimura but Puro is defending well.
Puro holds on to Zulu's head and controls the position momentarily. #T13##SUB2#
Zulu wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Puro, who protects the arm well.
Zulu just content to control the position. #SUB2#
Zulu is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Puro knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Zulu trying to control the position but Puro is working away. #T14#
Puro is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Zulu thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Puro is not content to let Zulu control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Puro tries to bench press Zulu off him but Zulu keeps the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Zulu wins on points by 14 to 6.
Shaka Zulu decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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FARTMMA 102
Date: Jun 06, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Zulu shoots in looking for a takedown but Rasputin manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Zulu's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Rasputin thumps Zulu with a low kick.#CL2#
Zulu darts in and clinches Rasputin up against the cage.
Rasputin tries a knee to the head but he's missed.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Rasputin lands an elbow that stopped Zulu in his tracks for a moment. #CUT#It looks like Shaka Zulu has been cut.
Zulu tries to score a body lock takedown but Rasputin shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Zulu is working for takedown but Rasputin is calmly controlling the position for now.
Piotr Rasputin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shaka Zulu.
Zulu fails to pull guard.
#TD2#
Zulu jumps into guard, dragging Rasputin to the mat.
Zulu pulls Rasputin in close to prevent any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Rasputin puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rasputin trying to control from half guard but Zulu is working away.
Zulu tries to get to full guard but Rasputin has control of the leg.
Rasputin thows a huge punch but Zulu dodges it nicely.
#T1#
Zulu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Rasputin throwing shots but Zulu is blocking nicely.
Rasputin sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Zulu is staying active underneath Rasputin, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Zulu trying to control here.
Rasputin thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas.
Rasputin is nestled in close to Zulu, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Rasputin drops an elbow to the side of Zulu's head.
Zulu is trying to get back to full guard.#T2#
Zulu is staying active underneath Rasputin, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Zulu punching from the bottom.
Rasputin controlling the action here.
Zulu gets back to full guard.
Rasputin controls from within his opponent's guard.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Zulu has control of Rasputin's left arm, preventing Rasputin from doing any damage.
Zulu is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T3#
Zulu manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Rasputin manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Rasputin wants to sweep but no luck.
Zulu wants to control from the top but Rasputin keeps moving.
Rasputin preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Zulu keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Rasputin's head.
Zulu with a flurry of punches that miss.
Zulu is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Zulu chips away with some ground and pound.
Rasputin lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR#
Zulu is trying to keep Rasputin in close.
#T4#
Zulu pulls Rasputin in close to his closed guard and prevents Rasputin from doing any damage or advancing position.#SUB2#
Rasputin got a little sloppy there for a moment and Zulu has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Rasputin has managed to get both his arms back between Zulu's legs - danger averted.
Rasputin trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Zulu has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
Zulu avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Zulu has his hands on Rasputin's head, controlling the position.
Rasputin trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Rasputin is in close to Zulu's body, working some short punches and elbows.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Piotr Rasputin dominated that round.
The cut man is working on Shaka Zulu's cut.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
Zulu circles away from the clinch attempt.
Zulu is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
We've been told by Rasputin's head coaches at The Forge that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
Rasputin lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Rasputin looks to land a body kick but Zulu moved away.
Piotr Rasputin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Rasputin moves in looking to clinch but Zulu pushes him off.#CL#
Rasputin closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Zulu drops down looking for an ankle pick but Rasputin pulls his leg out and moves away.
Rasputin tries to clinch up.
Rasputin lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Zulu circles away quickly and effectively.
Zulu tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Rasputin tries to score with a low kick but Zulu moves his leg out of the way.
Zulu feints the counter takedown.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu moves in looking to clinch but Rasputin pushes him off.
Rasputin wants to clinch.#T1#
Rasputin stuffs the takedown.#CL2#
Zulu moves into the clinch.
Rasputin misses with a knee strike.
Rasputin misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Zulu.
#TD2#
Zulu has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Rasputin clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
Rasputin wants to escape the position.
Rasputin is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Zulu can do to turn this around?
Rasputin covers up after that shot from Zulu.
#SUB2#
Zulu is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Rasputin covering up well under a series of strikes from Zulu. #SUB2#
Rasputin defends a prolonged rear naked choke attempt and turns nicely into his opponent's guard. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Rasputin trying to control the position from guard on top but Zulu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zulu working a defensive guard here.
Piotr Rasputin overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Zulu seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Rasputin won't allow Zulu to sweep him here.
Rasputin works over Zulu with some ground and pound from guard.
Zulu is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Zulu bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Rasputin's guard. #REVB#
Zulu looking to pass the guard.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Zulu working his ground and pound in the gym.
Rasputin has momentary wrist control but Zulu slips an elbow through the middle.#T3#
Rasputin wants to stand but Zulu is controlling the position.
Zulu loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Rasputin trying to control the position here.
Zulu throws a big right hand that misses.
Zulu postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
Zulu wants to pass the guard but Rasputin is keeping the position.
Zulu with a flurry of punches that miss.
Rasputin preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Zulu missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Rasputin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Zulu is one step ahead there.
Rasputin is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Zulu passes Rasputin's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Zulu scoring with strikes to the body and head.
Rasputin wants to get back to full guard but Zulu has passed into side control.
Zulu landing a few strikes.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Zulu is putting a hurting on Rasputin here, landing some big shots from side control.
Check out the look on Zulu's face as he threw that strike - that's one determined fighter!
Rasputin regains half guard, as Zulu was trying to land strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Shaka Zulu showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Shaka Zulu's cut.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Zulu shoots in looking for a takedown but Rasputin manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Zulu's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Rasputin moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Zulu connects with a jab.#CL2#
Zulu drives through and clinches with Rasputin against the cage.
Rasputin missing with knees to the body.
Zulu avoiding damage as Rasputin throws knees to the body.
Nice elbow from Rasputin.
Rasputin is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Rasputin gets underhooks to prevent Zulu's takedown attempt.
Piotr Rasputin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shaka Zulu.
Rasputin connects with a nasty looking knee right to Zulu's face.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Rasputin unloads a knee to the mid-section. Zulu lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
Rasputin with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Rasputin gets underhooks to prevent Zulu's takedown attempt.
Zulu takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Zulu is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Rasputin gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.
Zulu takes an elbow to the temple. #CUT#That has opened up Shaka Zulu's cut even more.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Rasputin lands a knee to the head.
#CUT#The cut above Shaka Zulu's eye is starting to cause him problems now.#T1#
Rasputin dictating the pace here, as the fighters clinch against the cage.
Zulu changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Rasputin fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Rasputin tries to close the distance and clinch up but Zulu swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Zulu misses with a takedown
and Rasputin counters with a series of strikes. Zulu will be more careful next time no doubt.
Rasputin tries to clinch up but Zulu circles away and keeps his distance.
Zulu uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Rasputin.
Zulu looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Zulu goes for a double leg but Rasputin avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Rasputin continues to drive forward.
Zulu jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Rasputin tries to clinch there but Zulu circles away.
Zulu is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Rasputin digs a good hook to Zulu's body.
#T2##CL#
Zulu gets tackled into the cage by Rasputin. Rasputin maintains the clinch.
Rasputin is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Rasputin with an attempt at a knee that misses.
Rasputin is trying to stall.
Rasputin holding his opponent close, against the cage.
Rasputin with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Rasputin tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Zulu avoids it.
Zulu goes for a takedown attempt but Rasputin pushes him away and we're back to fighting at a distance.
Piotr Rasputin is winning the standup battle so far.
Zulu looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Rasputin is fending him off so far but Zulu persists. Nope, Rasputin circles away and we're back to standing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Rasputin moves in looking to clinch but Zulu pushes him off.
Zulu pivots, looking for a leg kick but Rasputin is out of range and Zulu settles back down. #CL#
Rasputin clinches with his opponent.
Zulu is looking for a takedown up against the cage. Rasputin gets underhooks though and prevents the takedown attempt.#T3#
Rasputin lands a knee to the body.
Rasputin putting his Muay Thai to good use. He has Zulu in a tight clinch and is doing some damage with knees to the body.
Rasputin lands a glancing elbow in the clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Rasputin misses with a knee to the head.
Rasputin misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Zulu.
Zulu is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Rasputin is defending well.
Rasputin is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Zulu is defending well for now.
Rasputin gets underhooks to prevent Zulu's takedown attempt.
Piotr Rasputin has scored more points in the clinch so far.
Rasputin misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Zulu.
A knee to the head by Rasputin.
Rasputin is pressed up against the cage. Zulu has hold of a leg and is looking to drag Rasputin down to the mat. Rasputin avoids the attempt though and has circled away. We're back to striking at a distance.
Rasputin misses with a kick to the body
and Rasputin takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Rasputin lands a nice hook to Zulu's body. Zulu takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes. #T4#
Rasputin connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Zulu darts in looking for a takedown but Rasputin gets double underhooks and turns Zulu into the cage.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.#CL#
Rasputin rushes Zulu and presses him up against the cage.
Zulu tries to pull guard but Rasputin holds him up against the cage and eventually Zulu drops back down to his feet.
Rasputin using the Thai clinch to land knees to the body.
Rasputin throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but Zulu blocks it with crossed arms.
Rasputin tries to land knees in the clinch but Zulu avoids the damage to the body.
Rasputin with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
Stalling in the clinch from Rasputin.
Rasputin is looking to score with knees to the body. Maybe he'll change it up and go body then head. Zulu is defending well for now.
Rasputin stops a takedown attempt from Zulu.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, Rasputin just misses with a elbow thrown towards Zulu's brow.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Zulu is looking to take this one to the mat.
And that's the end of the fight!
Piotr Rasputin showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Rasputin has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Dmitry Maklakov scores the fight 29:28
Judge Viktor Lagutenko scores the fight 29:28
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Piotr Rasputin! |
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Event:
FARTMMA 98
Date: May 09, 2020 |
#R1#
Zulu fakes high and shoots in for a takedown but Mad Onion avoids it really well and circles away.
Mad Onion lands with a good body shot.
Zulu takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CUT#
It looks like Shaka Zulu has been cut.
Mad Onion throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
Luke Mad Onion seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Zulu seems to be squinting his left eye. Perhaps he got a poke in that previous exchange. Mad Onion shows no mercy and swarms him with a barage of strikes! Zulu is backing up but Mad Onion catches him with a final right hook that drops him! Zulu covers up and the referee steps in to end the fight! Mad Onion Jumps to his feet and flashes his guns to the crowd. Oh yeah, baby! How'd you like them apples?!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Luke Mad Onion!
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Event:
FARTMMA 94: Pandemic
Date: Apr 11, 2020 |
#R1#
Zulu throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Blue Lou showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Zulu.
Zulu rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Blue Lou makes the exchange count by landing a cracking kick to the body. Zulu really felt that one!
Zulu swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Zulu feints a jab promting Blue Lou to slip. Zulu then demonstrates his capabilities by jabbing again. Blue Lou slips again and ducks right into an uppercut.
Good work by Zulu as he checks the leg kick.
Zulu throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Blue Lou throws a leg kick which misses Zulu's front leg but catches the back leg as Zulu tries to avoid it.
Blue Lou buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
#KD#
Blue Lou ducks straight into an uppercut from Zulu and tumbles to the canvas! It’s a flash knockdown though - Blue Lou manages to regain guard straight away.
#ROC#
Blue Lou is rocked!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Blue Lou is trying to keep Zulu in close.
Blue Lou is still in real trouble! Can Zulu finish him?
Zulu working some strikes from top position.
Zulu gets to his feet and stands over Blue Lou, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Blue Lou felt that one! Zulu unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Blue Lou from any more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shaka Zulu!
Shaka Zulu 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.
In defeat, Big Blue Lou stepped up to the mic, saying 'fix i had me winning
im back to go train with paulie '.
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Event:
FARTMMA 87
Date: Feb 28, 2020 |
#R1#
Dentler avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Zulu misses with a takedown
and Dentler counters with a stiff right hand. #CUT2#
It looks like Shaka Zulu has been cut.
Dentler sizes up Zulu with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
We've been hearing reports that Zulu has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.#CL#
Zulu darts in and clinches Dentler up against the cage.
Zulu has Dentler pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. Dentler manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
Zulu tries to pull guard but Dentler won't allow it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shaka Zulu. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Dentler misses with the head strike.
Dentler prevents the takedown attempt.
#TD#
Zulu tightens his grip and picks Dentler up, before dumping him to the ground. Dentler manages to land in guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zulu working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu throws a big elbow that misses.
Zulu preventing the sweep.
Dentler preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Zulu wants to pass the guard but Dentler is keeping the position.#T1#
Dentler preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Zulu lands a couple of elbows.#SUB#
Zulu drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Dentler dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Dentler must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Dentler tries to free his leg and advance position but Zulu is retaining full guard.
Zulu looking to hit a scissor sweep but Dentler is one step ahead there.
Zulu is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Zulu not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #T2#
Dentler is positioning himself well to prevent Zulu advancing to mount.
Dentler has hold of Zulu's hands but Zulu slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Dentler is refusing to be controlled, as Zulu sits in half guard.
Zulu has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Dentler keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound. #SUB#
Dentler is defending against the submission attempts here by Zulu.
Zulu sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Dentler defending well though. #T3#
Zulu throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Zulu keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Zulu trying to control from half guard but Dentler is working away.
Dentler avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Zulu.
Zulu throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Zulu seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Dentler does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Dentler on the receiving end of some nice ground and pound.
Zulu is looking to take a break and control but Dentler is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Zulu missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Zulu wants to control but Dentler is keeping him busy. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Dentler scores with a nice right hand.
Zulu takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
Dentler lands a head shot.#CUT2#
Shaka Zulu's cut is getting worse.
Zulu throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Jessy Dentler is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Dentler bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Dentler clobbers Zulu with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #CUT2#
Shaka Zulu's cut is bleeding quite badly. He's got to try and protect it.
Dentler drops a shoulder and throws an uppercut that cracks Zulu right on the button. Zulu goes down! Dentler follows him to the mat and finishes the job with more strikes! Dentler gets the win via TKO!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Jessy Dentler!
A very excited looking Jessy Dentler rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
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Event:
MMA Night Dec 28th
Date: Dec 28, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
Deertay shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Zulu's guard.
Deertay looking to pass the guard.
Deertay trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Deertay throws a big elbow that misses. #SUB2#
Zulu has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Deertay can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Zulu looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
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.
Zulu keeping full guard, as Deertay tries to pass.
Zulu throws a couple of shots from the bottom but they don't land.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Deertay missing there with some ground and pound from the guard. #SUB2#
Deertay throws a sloppy strike and Zulu has hooked up an armbar on the loose arm! He's turned and extended fully! Deertay is forced to tap! Great BJJ from Zulu!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Shaka Zulu!
Shaka Zulu is the new super heavyweight champion!
A less than humble Shaka Zulu misjudged his post fight interview somewhat and came across a little too arrogant whilst trying to hype up his own abilities.
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Event:
BFL: Rise Up
Date: Nov 16, 2019 |
#R1#
A combination from Johnson does no damage.
A punch combination from Zulu misses.
Zulu throws a wild body kick that Johnson sees coming a mile off.
It looked like Johnson wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#CL2#
Zulu moves into the clinch successfully.
Zulu blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Zulu wants a takedown.
#TD2#
Zulu has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Johnson uses from the top position.
Zulu seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Johnson wants to stand but Zulu has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Zulu is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Zulu is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Johnson defends well.#T1#
Zulu seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Johnson knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Zulu on the ground.#SUB2#
Zulu has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Johnson doesn't defend quickly enough and Zulu has managed to lock this one up! Can Johnson escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Zulu on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Shaka Zulu!
After the fight, Shaka Zulu 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.
In defeat, Big Daddy Johnson stepped up to the mic, saying 'This shit happens all the time. Im not invincible. But I'll be back for blood.'.
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Event:
TWGC 26 (265+lbs, D4): Finals - Round 2
Date: Oct 27, 2019 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Tony Stark (ranked 5312 p4p, 0 weight class) and Shaka Zulu (ranked 2361 p4p, 0 weight class). Buckle up people - heeeeeeeeeere we go!
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 3 wins and 0 losses; Tony Stark! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are James Glass, Donald Grub and Andrew Berry.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Zulu shoots in and gets a takedown into Stark's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Stark (0) vs (2) Zulu
Zulu is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Stark is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Zulu is aware though and is defending well.
Zulu sitting in guard, not really doing much.
Stark throws his legs up looking for a submission but Zulu uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Stark (0) vs (5) Zulu
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stark looks to move to half guard but instead Zulu has passed into mount! Damn! Score +2 for reaching mount: Stark (0) vs (7) Zulu
Stark is trying to reverse the position but instead Zulu has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: Stark (0) vs (10) Zulu
Zulu is looking for the choke from the back position but Stark is controlling his hands well.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Zulu working for the choke.
Stark wants to escape the position.
Zulu is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
Stark breaks Zulu's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stark (2) vs (10) Zulu
Stark passes into half guard.
Zulu is trying to maintain the position but Stark is very close to passing his half guard.
Zulu is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Zulu 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.
Stark is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Zulu sees it coming and defends easily.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Stark 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.
Stark prevents Zulu from improving his position.
Zulu trying to control here.
Stark is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Zulu doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Stark.
Zulu looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Zulu looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Zulu makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Zulu.
Zulu looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it.
Stark drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Zulu manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Stark has Zulu in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Stark (2) vs (12) Zulu
Stark throws his legs up looking for a submission but Zulu uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Stark (2) vs (15) Zulu
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Stark looking for a sweep but Zulu has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: Stark (2) vs (17) Zulu
Stark 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: Stark (4) vs (17) Zulu
Zulu is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Stark preventing the sweep.
Zulu throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Stark trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Stark advances to half guard.
Zulu tries to get to full guard but Stark has control of the leg.
Zulu trying to control from the bottom.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Zulu is trying to avoid being dragged into an even worse position than he's already in but Stark is staying active.
Stark is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Zulu defends it well.
Zulu is looking to improve his position.
Zulu looking for submissions off his back.
Stark 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. Zulu tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Stark!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Tony Stark! |
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Event:
TWGC 26 (265+lbs, D4): Finals - Round 1
Date: Oct 26, 2019 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Shaka Zulu (ranked 2352 p4p, 0 weight class) and Bobby Gee (ranked 5283 p4p, 0 weight class). Both fighter's entrance songs getting the crowd jumping here.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Bobby Gee!
The judges for this bout are Phil Schofield, Colin Fotheringham and James Atkins.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Gee gets tackled into the cage by Zulu. Zulu maintains the clinch.
Gee has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Zulu clear over his head and slammed him to the mat! Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Zulu (0) vs (4) Gee
Zulu tries to break free.
Zulu fending off the submission attempt from Gee.
Gee keeps control of the position as Zulu tries to break free.
Gee is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Gee is trying to stick to Zulu's back but Zulu is turning into Gee. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Gee's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Zulu. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (4) Gee
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.
Zulu trying to control the position from guard on top but Gee is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Zulu sitting in guard here, content to control.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Zulu is looking to advance position but Gee has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Zulu (2) vs (8) Gee
Zulu wants to hold on but Gee pushes him away.
Zulu's coaches at Empire Vale Tudo 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.
Zulu can't escape the position.
Zulu is working hard here to advance position.
Gee can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Zulu is looking to escape.
Zulu regains half guard.
Gee is looking to take a break and control but Zulu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Zulu 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.
Zulu gets back to full guard.
Gee is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Zulu is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Zulu is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Zulu tries to land a sweep but no joy.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Zulu is trying to keep Gee in close.
Zulu looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Gee won't allow Zulu to sweep him here.
Gee tries to free his leg and advance position but Zulu is retaining full guard.
Zulu is looking for a triangle but Gee pushes his legs off easily.
Gee pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zulu is keeping the position for now.
Zulu looking to control.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Gee wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Zulu looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gee is one step ahead there.
Zulu is pulling down on Gee's head to control his posture.
Zulu looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Gee passes into half guard.
Zulu moves into full guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Gee avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Gee wants to pass the guard but Zulu is keeping the position.
Gee wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Zulu not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Gee is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Zulu working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gee doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gee manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Gee trying to control but Zulu is working from the bottom.
Zulu is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Gee pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zulu is keeping the position for now.
Zulu has his foot on Gee's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gee works his way back into a safe position though.
Zulu is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Gee trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Gee is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Gee pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Zulu is keeping the position for now.
Zulu working for a triangle but Gee defends it easily.
Zulu had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gee defends it easily.
Zulu has his foot on Gee's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Gee works his way back into a safe position though.
Gee wants to control from the top but Zulu keeps moving.
Zulu has thrown up a leg looking for a triangle. Gee doesn't defend quickly enough and Zulu has managed to lock this one up! Can Gee escape?! NO! He's tapping out! Damn, that was a quick submission - congrats to Zulu on a fantastic submission victory.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 8:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Shaka Zulu!
Shaka Zulu decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little. |
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Event:
TWGC 26 (265+lbs, D4): Montreal Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Oct 18, 2019 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Lalo Jimenez (ranked 6984 p4p, 0 weight class) and Shaka Zulu (ranked 2289 p4p, 0 weight class). The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.
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 1 wins and 0 losses; Lalo Jimenez! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Shaka Zulu!
The judges for this bout are Dillan Fox, Alec Ball and Steve Smith.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Zulu drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Jimenez (0) vs (4) Zulu
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Jimenez tries to buck Zulu off but Zulu is having none of it.
Zulu working away.
Zulu wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Jimenez, who protects the arm well.
Zulu working away.
Jimenez is trying to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
You can see the frustration on Jimenez's face as Zulu controls the position.
Jimenez is trying to get back to half guard.
Jimenez struggling a bit here.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Zulu tries to cartwheel into mount but he doesn't manage it.
Zulu trying to control the action but Jimenez is working from the bottom.
Jimenez is looking to reverse the position.
Zulu tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Zulu has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Jimenez is looking to reverse the position.
Jimenez might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Zulu controls the position.
Jimenez sneaks back into half guard.
Jimenez looking for submissions off his back.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jimenez wants to improve his position but Zulu is controlling well.
Zulu is trying to control. Jimenez wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Jimenez is pressing down on Zulu's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Jimenez is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Zulu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Zulu wants to control from the top but Jimenez keeps moving.
Zulu passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Jimenez (0) vs (7) Zulu
Zulu wants to control but Jimenez is keeping him busy.
Jimenez manages to get back to half guard.
Zulu is thwarting Jimenez's attempts to control the position.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Jimenez makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Jimenez.
Jimenez is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Zulu defends well.
Jimenez keeping moving, preventing Zulu from controlling successfully.
Zulu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Jimenez swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Zulu trying to control but Jimenez is working from the bottom.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Jimenez can't keep his opponent in guard - Zulu advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Jimenez wants to get back to full guard.
Zulu is working for a submission of some sort.
Jimenez is trying to control Zulu's posture. Zulu takes advantage of the lull and advances to side control. He also appears to have an arm triangle here! Uh oh, big trouble for Jimenez! Zulu is rotating here... this could be the end... Jimenez is out! Zulu has ended this one emphatically! Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Shaka Zulu!
Shaka Zulu bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it. |
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Event:
TWGC 26 (265+lbs, D4): Montreal Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 17, 2019 |
Coming up we have a super heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Shaka Zulu (ranked 2281 p4p, 0 weight class) and Jason Diaz (ranked 24312 p4p, 0 weight class). Diaz comes into a darkened arena with his song building. 2pac-Ambitionz az a Ridah kicks in, the lights come on and the crowd goes wild! What a showman! Over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Shaka Zulu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Jason Diaz!
The judges for this bout are Gregory Folan, Yves DeLean and Robert Douchet.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Diaz wants to clinch.
Zulu gets a double leg takedown into Diaz's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Zulu (2) vs (0) Diaz
Zulu slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Zulu (5) vs (0) Diaz
Zulu is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Diaz is trying to escape and Zulu transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Diaz is forced to tap! Nice work there by Zulu! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:38 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Shaka Zulu!
In his post fight interview, Shaka Zulu started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
Jason Diaz spoke after the fight, saying 'This guy was super tough. Gonna go Back to the drawing board. I'll be back'. |
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Event:
UnderGround FC 28
Date: Aug 10, 2019 |
#R1#
Vieira will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Vieira shoots in for a double leg but Zulu sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Vieira shoots in for a takedown but Zulu shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Shaka Zulu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nikolas Vieira.
Vieira looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Zulu went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.#TD2#
Zulu tries to sprawl but Vieira drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Zulu is looking for a sweep. Vieira is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Vieira really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Zulu. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Zulu looking for subs from the bottom but Vieira mounts him!
Zulu slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
Zulu moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Zulu is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB#
Vieira avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T1##SUB#
Zulu escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Vieira gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Zulu looking to hit a scissor sweep but Vieira is one step ahead there.
Zulu is trying to keep Vieira in close.
Zulu looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Zulu working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Vieira doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Vieira manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Zulu seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Vieira in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time.
Vieira stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Zulu swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Zulu is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR#
Vieira wants to get back to his feet.
Zulu winds up and cracks Vieira with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zulu moves into full mount! Vieira won't be happy about that!
Vieira is bucking up trying to escape but Zulu cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Shaka Zulu 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#
Zulu leaves Vieira with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Vieira will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Vieira will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Shaka Zulu has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Nikolas Vieira.#CL#
Zulu forces Vieira back against the cage and clinches.#TD#
Zulu gets control of Vieira's arms and successfully pulls guard. Zulu will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Zulu is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Vieira can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Zulu working for a triangle but Vieira defends it easily.
Zulu wants to hit a switch here but Vieira passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Zulu there!
Shaka Zulu overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vieira punching from mount but Zulu doing a good job of avoiding damage. #T1#
Zulu regains half guard.
Zulu works his way to full guard. Good work.
Zulu bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Vieira's guard. #REVR#
Vieira wants to stand but Zulu is controlling the position.
Zulu scoring with punches to the head and body.
Vieira can't keep his opponent in guard - Zulu advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Zulu seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Vieira is staying active underneath Zulu, 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.
Zulu landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Zulu working over Vieira with some ground and pound. Vieira looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#SUB#
Zulu seems to be looking for submissions.
Zulu trying to control from half guard but Vieira is working away. #T2#
Vieira wants to get back to his feet.
Vieira is refusing to be controlled, as Zulu sits in half guard.
Vieira is trying to stand up here but Zulu is controlling him well.
Zulu has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Vieira is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.
Vieira is trying to defend against the ground and pound but Zulu scores with a couple of nice shots.
Zulu prevents Vieira from standing back up.
#SUB#
Zulu is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Zulu with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Zulu working Vieira over with strikes.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#SUB#
Vieira is pushing off trying to get to his feet. Zulu has hold of the leg though and he's dropped back for a heel hook… has he got it?? YES! Vieira is tapping! This fight is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Heel Hook). Shaka Zulu!
Shaka Zulu 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:
UnderGround FC 15
Date: Jul 10, 2019 |
#R1#
Cutting lands with a cross.
Cutting lands a nice looking body shot.
#TD2#
Cutting gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Zulu to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Cutting knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Zulu on the ground.
Cutting is looking to stand up but Zulu isn't so interested in that idea.
Cutting being controlled here, momentarily.
Let's hope that Zulu 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 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.
Zulu loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Zulu is pushing down on Cutting's leg trying to pass to half guard. Cutting is fighting to maintain full guard but Zulu has managed to sneak the leg through.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Zulu connects with a nice short shot to Cutting's temple. #CUT2#
It looks like Bill Cutting has been cut.
Cutting blocking the ground and pound attempt from Zulu.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Cutting!
Zulu punishing his opponent with strikes. #ROC2#
Cutting is rocked!#CUT2#
Bill Cutting's cut is getting worse.
Whack. That's a big, big shot from Zulu! Cutting is out cold! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Strikes). Shaka Zulu!
In his post fight interview, Shaka Zulu started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
UnderGround FC 5
Date: Jun 01, 2019 |
#R1#
Margy tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Zulu manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
Zulu seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
Zulu keeps the fight on the outside.
Zulu fails with a takedown attempt.
Zulu could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Margy is looking to clinch but Zulu is avoiding it.
Zulu shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Margy defends it nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Margy dives in and grabs Zulu's left leg, looking for a takedown. Zulu pushes down on Margy's head and hops out.
Zulu has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Margy.#T1#
Zulu fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Shaka Zulu. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Margy tries for a takedown but Zulu sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#TD#
Zulu fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Margy sprawls well initially but Zulu persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
Zulu seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Margy does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Margy is trying to get back to full guard.
Zulu throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Zulu has been looking to land a fair amount of strikes on the ground. He might be looking to soften his opponent up in order to work for a submission.
Margy blocking the ground and pound attempt from Zulu.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Zulu in particular looking to stall.
Margy really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Zulu. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Margy is looking to improve his position.
#T2#
Zulu controlling the action here.
Zulu lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Margy has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Zulu is working away from the top position though.
Zulu winds up and cracks Margy with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Zulu trying to control the action but Margy is working from the bottom.
Zulu missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Shaka Zulu dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Zulu 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Zulu is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Margy keeping moving, preventing Zulu from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Zulu stopping the sweep attempt from Margy.
Zulu sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Margy's guard.
Zulu wants to pass to mount but Margy is defending the position.
Zulu controlling the action here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Zulu takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Zulu drops an elbow to the side of Margy's head. #T1#
Zulu is figuring out what he wants to do next.
Margy is in trouble now - Zulu has advanced to mount!
Zulu landing punches.
Shaka Zulu overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Margy taking shots to the head.
Margy tries to hold on but Zulu postures up.
Margy is breathing heavily.
Zulu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Zulu cracks Margy with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Zulu lands with some vicious ground and pound - can Margy hang on?#CUT#
It looks like Jorge Margy has been cut.#T2#
Margy is in a horrible position here. Zulu smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
#ROC#
Margy is rocked!
Zulu softens up his opponent with a couple of shots there and then CRACK! One massive shot lands there and Margy is out cold! Zulu jumps to his feet and celebrates on the cage with the fans, who are, quite frankly, going absolutely mental!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:23 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Shaka Zulu!
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