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Event:
SSG 353 Hall vs Hlervu
Date: Sep 22, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 16 losses; Bernhard River! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 16 losses; Toyotomi Ieyasu!
The judges for this bout are Seu Braga, Felipe Paraventi and Alexandre Firmino.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Ieyasu shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Ieyasu showed some decent athleticism there. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: River (0) vs (2) Ieyasu#SUB2#
Ieyasu is trying to work for a kimura but River is defending well.
#SUB2#
Ieyasu is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and River defends it well.
River is concentrating on defense, preventing Ieyasu from advancing position.
Ieyasu is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for River! Score +3 for passing guard: River (0) vs (5) Ieyasu
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River wants to control but Ieyasu is having none of it.
River is in all sorts of trouble here.
River manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T1#
Ieyasu trying to pass the guard but River defending well.
Ieyasu moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: River (0) vs (8) Ieyasu
Ieyasu wants to lay and pray for a moment but River keeps working.
Ieyasu is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt River will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
River is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T2##SUB2#
Ieyasu thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
My spies in Rough House inform me that Ieyasu has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Ieyasu advances to full mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: River (0) vs (10) Ieyasu
River has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Ieyasu wants to control the pace but River is squirming around nicely.
River wants to hold on but Ieyasu pushes him away.
Ieyasu content just to control the position here. #SUB2#
Ieyasu goes for an armbar but he's not got it… River turns into him and now he's in Ieyasu's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (2) vs (10) Ieyasu
River stays in close to Ieyasu's body and controls the position. #T3#
Ieyasu wants to sweep but no luck.
River pushes down on Ieyasu's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Ieyasu is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Ieyasu manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Ieyasu throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! River escapes and throws Ieyasu's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: River (5) vs (10) Ieyasu
Ieyasu is trying to control River's posture but River avoids it.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
Ieyasu is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
River is trying to get an arm triangle but Ieyasu is defending well.
Ieyasu gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Ieyasu is looking for a sweep. River is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Ieyasu wants to control but River is keeping busy.
#SUB#
River is looking for a kimura here.
Ieyasu has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. River is working away from the top position though.#T5#
Ieyasu is looking for a sweep. River is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
River wants to control but Ieyasu is keeping him busy.
Ieyasu tries to get to full guard but River has control of the leg.
River passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Ieyasu! Score +3 for passing guard: River (8) vs (10) Ieyasu
Ieyasu 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: River (8) vs (12) Ieyasu#SUB#
River is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Ieyasu defends well.#T6#
Ieyasu is looking to advance position but River has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: River (12) vs (12) Ieyasu
Ieyasu working to try and regain half guard.
River controlling from the full mount.
River can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Ieyasu is looking to escape.
Ieyasu regains half guard.#SUB#
River is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ieyasu is just riding it out for now. River eventually gives up the hold. #T7#
River looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
River is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ieyasu has managed to free his arm - good work.
Ieyasu wants to control but River is keeping busy.
River is looking to take a break and control but Ieyasu is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Ieyasu trying to hold on to River's head to control him but River postures up.
#T8#
Ieyasu wants to get back to full guard.
River content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Ieyasu is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Ieyasu looking for submissions off his back.#T9##SUB#
River is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
River is working for a kimura but Ieyasu is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
River is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Ieyasu looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Ieyasu looking for submissions off his back.#T10#
Ieyasu is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Ieyasu looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
River is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Ieyasu is trying to get back to full guard.
River with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #T11#
Ieyasu is trying to control but can't.
River trying to mount his opponent but Ieyasu defends it. #SUB2#
Ieyasu looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
River is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
River content to control rather than advance.
Ieyasu trying to control from the bottom.
#T12#
Ieyasu wants to improve his position but River is controlling well.
The fighters are battling for position here. Ieyasu manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Ieyasu keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully.
River postures up.
#SUB#
River drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and River jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
River tries to free his leg and advance position but Ieyasu is retaining full guard.
River sitting in guard here, content to control. #T13#
River preventing the sweep.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Ieyasu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ieyasu looking to hit a scissor sweep but River is one step ahead there. #SUB#
River 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.
Ieyasu 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.
Ieyasu trying to control the position.
#T14#
Ieyasu 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: River (12) vs (14) Ieyasu
Ieyasu moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: River (12) vs (17) Ieyasu
You can see the frustration on River's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB2#
Ieyasu tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
River is not content to let Ieyasu control the position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ieyasu wins on points by 17 to 12.
Our winner, Toyotomi Ieyasu, 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:
SSG 352 Clubber vs Gomes
Date: Sep 15, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 16 losses; Bernhard River! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Olyn Seran!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, Chris Downing and Gwen Towbar.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
River looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: River (2) vs (0) Seran#SUB2#
Seran is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but River pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
River seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Seran actively working from the bottom here.
River trying to control the action but Seran is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Seran wants to get back to full guard but River has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: River (5) vs (0) Seran#T1#
Seran sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Seran manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
River 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.
River has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Seran working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because River has passed into half guard!
Seran tries to roll over but River keeps him under control.#SUB#
River is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Seran has managed to free his arm - good work.
Seran is looking to improve his position.
#T2#
Seran is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of River's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take River's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: River (5) vs (4) Seran#SUB2#
Seran is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. River knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften River for a finish.
River trying to control the position but Seran manages to sink in the hooks.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
River breaks Seran's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (7) vs (4) Seran#T3#
Seran 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: River (7) vs (6) Seran#SUB2#
Seran is looking for submissions but instead, River has regained full guard.
#SUB#
River is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Seran drops back, looking for a kneebar! River looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. River looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from River! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: River (11) vs (6) Seran
Seran tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4##SUB#
River is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Seran is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Seran is looking to reverse the position.
Seran is being controlled here. #SUB#
River tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Seran is looking for a sweep.#T5##SUB#
River is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Seran has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
River tries for a kimura but Seran is defending well.
Seran is looking to regain half guard here but River keeps moving and retains side control. #T6##SUB#
River working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Seran tries to improve position but can't.
Seran is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on River's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#SUB#
River is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Seran has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
River is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Seran has managed to free his arm - good work. #T7##SUB2#
Seran looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
River trying to control the action but Seran is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Seran actively working from the bottom here.
River wants to control but Seran is keeping him busy. #T8##SUB#
River is working for a kimura but Seran is defending it quite comfortably.
River is trying to control. Seran wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Seran looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Seran wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Seran looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Seran looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T9##SUB2#
Seran actively working from the bottom here.
River trying to control the action but Seran is working from the bottom. #SUB#
River seems to be looking for submissions.
Seran wants to improve his position but River is controlling well.
#T10##SUB#
River is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Seran doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time River.
Seran is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Seran is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but River pulls his head out easily. #T11##SUB#
River is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Seran is defending against the submission attempts here by River.
Seran wants to get back to full guard but River has passed into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: River (14) vs (6) Seran#T12#
Seran is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
River is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Seran knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Seran tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but River wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
River wants to control but Seran is keeping him busy. #T13#
Seran tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but River wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
River is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Seran knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
River trying to control the action but Seran is working from the bottom.
Seran tries to bench press River off him but River keeps the position. #T14##SUB#
River goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Seran rolls with the submission and now he's on top in River's guard! Nice work there by Seran! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (14) vs (8) Seran
Seran trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Seran drops back, looking for a kneebar! River looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. River looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from River! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: River (18) vs (8) Seran
Seran is trying to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
River takes the fight on points by 18 to 8.
Our winner, Bernhard River, 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:
SSG 350 Ottke vs Macker
Date: Sep 08, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 15 losses; Bernhard River! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 17 losses; Odaishah Yasalmibaal!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Daniel Franklin and Tiny Johnson.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
River stuffs the takedown attempt from Yasalmibaal. Yasalmibaal gets slowly back to his feet. #TD2#
Yasalmibaal gets a double leg takedown into River's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: River (0) vs (2) Yasalmibaal#SUB#
River escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Yasalmibaal gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Yasalmibaal stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. River swivels though and keeps the full guard.
River looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
River is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
River working for a triangle but Yasalmibaal defends it easily.
#T1##SUB#
River is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Yasalmibaal avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Yasalmibaal pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. River is keeping the position for now. #T2##SUB#
River working for a triangle but Yasalmibaal defends it easily.
Yasalmibaal passes River's left leg - he's now in half guard.
River trying to control but Yasalmibaal postures up.
River wants to get back to full guard but Yasalmibaal has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: River (0) vs (5) Yasalmibaal#T3#
Yasalmibaal tries to control but River wriggling away.
River is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
River is looking to improve his position but Yasalmibaal isn't that keen on the idea.
Yasalmibaal looking to control but River is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T4#
Yasalmibaal avoids the attempt from River to control.
River is looking to get to half guard.
Yasalmibaal wants to control the pace but River is squirming around nicely.
Yasalmibaal prevents River from getting the reversal.#T5##SUB2#
Yasalmibaal working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
River tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Yasalmibaal wants to control the pace but River is squirming around nicely.
River slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
River trying to get back to full guard but Yasalmibaal takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: River (0) vs (8) Yasalmibaal
Yasalmibaal trying to control but River is having none of it.
River tries to hold on but Yasalmibaal postures up.#T6#
River sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
River is looking for a sweep. Yasalmibaal is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Yasalmibaal uses his free foot to push down on River's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for River. Score +3 for passing guard: River (0) vs (11) Yasalmibaal
River working to try and regain half guard.
River manages to regain half guard. Good work. #T7#
Yasalmibaal works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: River (0) vs (14) Yasalmibaal
River tries to get back to half guard but can't.
River tries to lock up and control but Yasalmibaal gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#SUB2#
Yasalmibaal working for a guillotine from mount but River is in no mood to give up. #SUB2#
Yasalmibaal working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet. #T8##SUB2#
Yasalmibaal swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and River is now in Yasalmibaal's guard. A big mistake from Yasalmibaal there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (2) vs (14) Yasalmibaal
River stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Yasalmibaal swivels though and keeps the full guard.
River trying to control but Yasalmibaal is working from the bottom.
River looking to pass the guard.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Yasalmibaal is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T9#
River is really struggling to control Yasalmibaal but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB2#
Yasalmibaal looking for a guillotine here but River defends easily.
#SUB2#
Yasalmibaal is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
River has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#T10#
River sitting in guard, not really doing much.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Yasalmibaal is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
River is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Yasalmibaal keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully. #T11#
River passes Yasalmibaal's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Yasalmibaal is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but River pulls his head out easily.
River is trying to control. Yasalmibaal wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Yasalmibaal actively working from the bottom here.
Yasalmibaal is looking for a sweep. River is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T12##SUB#
Yasalmibaal is defending against the submission attempts here by River.
River wants to lay and pray for a moment but Yasalmibaal keeps working. #SUB#
River is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Yasalmibaal has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
River is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Yasalmibaal as he works his way to full guard.
#T13#
River trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Yasalmibaal keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Yasalmibaal working for a triangle but River defends it easily.
#T14#
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Yasalmibaal is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Yasalmibaal 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!
River's corner is telling him to maintain position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Yasalmibaal wins on points by 14 to 2.
Odaishah Yasalmibaal 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:
SSG 346 Makarov vs Gomes
Date: Aug 25, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 14 losses; Bernhard River! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 23 wins and 13 losses; Stsyapan Chai!
The judges for this bout are Robert Twigg, Tiny Johnson and Gwen Towbar.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Chai closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
River changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Chai fights it off and pushes away nicely.
#CL2#
Chai drives through and clinches with River against the cage.
Chai is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.#TD2#
Chai pulls guard effortlessly.
River tries to free his leg and advance position but Chai is retaining full guard.
Chai keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
River drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and River jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Chai is adopting a defensive guard.#T1#
River looking to pass the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chai seems keen to control River's posture.#SUB2#
Chai working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. River doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Chai is tightening it up a little... River has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! River reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! River taps out! Nice BJJ there by Chai!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Stsyapan Chai!
A relieved looking Stsyapan Chai 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:
SSG 342 Bar vs Gomes
Date: Aug 11, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 15 losses; Matsuda Takeshi! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 14 losses; Bernhard River!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Jack Bonds.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Takeshi shoots in and drives through. River sprawls well.#TD#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Takeshi. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Takeshi (4) vs (0) River
You can see the frustration on River's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Takeshi wants to lay and pray for a moment but River keeps working.
River manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River trying to control from the bottom.
Takeshi wants to take a breather but River is having none of it. #SUB2#
River looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Takeshi performing his best blanket impression for a moment. #T1##SUB#
Takeshi is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so River is just riding it out for now. Takeshi eventually gives up the hold.
River has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Takeshi is working away from the top position though.#SUB#
Takeshi is trying to work for a kimura but River is defending well.
#SUB2#
River has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, Takeshi escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by Takeshi! Score +3 for passing guard: Takeshi (7) vs (0) River#T2#
Takeshi wants to lay and pray for a moment but River keeps working. #SUB#
Takeshi goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, River rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Takeshi's guard! Nice work there by River! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Takeshi (7) vs (2) River
Takeshi keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully.
Takeshi pulls River in to control the position. #T3#
River looking to pass the guard.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Takeshi is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Takeshi is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Takeshi (9) vs (2) River
River trying to control the position.
River looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Takeshi engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
River 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4#
Takeshi sitting in guard, not really doing much.
River keeping full guard, as Takeshi tries to pass.
Takeshi looking to sit in guard and control but River gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Takeshi (9) vs (4) River
Takeshi keeping full guard, as River tries to pass.
Takeshi looking to control the pace of the fight rather than finish it. #T5#
River tries to free his leg and advance position but Takeshi is retaining full guard. #SUB#
Takeshi looking for submissions from the bottom but instead River passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Takeshi (9) vs (7) River
A lull in the action here.
Takeshi tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T6#
River is looking to take a break and control but Takeshi is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
River looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB2#
River working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Takeshi can't do much from the bottom here. #T7##SUB2#
River tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Takeshi manages to get back to half guard.#T8#
River wants to take a breather but Takeshi is having none of it. #SUB2#
River is looking for a kimura here.
River is thwarting Takeshi's attempts to control the position.
Takeshi tries to roll over but River keeps him under control.
Takeshi is controlling River's trapped leg to prevent River from advancing to side control.#T9#
River uses his free foot to push down on Takeshi's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Takeshi. Score +3 for passing guard: Takeshi (9) vs (10) River#SUB2#
Takeshi defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from River.
River avoids the attempt from Takeshi to control.
Takeshi really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Takeshi is working hard here to advance position.#T10#
River wants to control the pace but Takeshi is squirming around nicely.
Takeshi is looking to improve his position but River isn't that keen on the idea.
Takeshi wants to control but River is having none of it.
Takeshi wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back. Score +3 for taking back: Takeshi (9) vs (13) River#T11##SUB2#
River is looking for a rear naked choke here but Takeshi reverses the position brilliantly into River's guard!
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Takeshi (11) vs (13) River
There's a bit of a scramble here and now River is on top in guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Takeshi (11) vs (15) River
River stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Takeshi swivels though and keeps the full guard.
River must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Takeshi has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Takeshi wants to sweep here but River controlling him for the moment. #T12#
Takeshi keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully.
Takeshi lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Takeshi (13) vs (15) River
Takeshi trying to control but River is working from the bottom.
Takeshi looking to pass the guard.
Takeshi passes River's left leg - he's now in half guard.
River has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Rivers Edge Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.#T13#
Takeshi takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Takeshi tries to pass the half guard into mount. River knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
River wants to get back to full guard.
River is looking to control Takeshi's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can River avoid being mounted?
River might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Takeshi haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
River regains full guard. Nicely done.
River keeping full guard, as Takeshi tries to pass.
Takeshi trying to control the position from guard on top but River is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T14#
Takeshi preventing the sweep. #SUB2#
River working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Takeshi doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Takeshi manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
River looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
River is trying to keep Takeshi in close.
#SUB#
Takeshi drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but River manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Takeshi has River in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Takeshi (13) vs (17) River
And that's the end of the fight!
River wins on points by 17 to 13.
Bernhard River 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:
SSG 333 Helvig vs Hunt
Date: Jul 21, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 13 losses; Bernhard River! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 10 losses; Pavel Sova!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Cecil Peabody and Frank Dennis.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Sova shoots in looking for a single leg takedown. River is trying to defend but Sova 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: River (0) vs (2) Sova
River has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Sova is looking to take a break and control but River is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sova keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
River is holding on to half guard well.#SUB#
River looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
River looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Sova content to control rather than advance. #T1#
Sova is thwarting River's attempts to control the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Still in half guard, Sova seems content to control.
Sova wants to take a breather but River is having none of it. #T2#
Sova performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Sova is trying to control. River wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Sova is taking a breather. River 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.
River is trying to control but can't.
River tries to get to full guard but Sova has control of the leg. #SUB2#
Sova is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so River is just riding it out for now. Sova eventually gives up the hold. #T3#
Sova is controlling the pace.
#SUB#
River is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sova pulls his head out easily.
Sova is looking to take a break and control but River is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Sova sitting and controlling from the half guard. #T4#
Let's hope that Sova 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.
River wants to control but Sova is keeping busy.
Sova keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
River tries to get to full guard but Sova has control of the leg.
Sova content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T5#
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Sova.
Sova tries to pass to full mount but River defends it.
Sova sitting and controlling from the half guard. #SUB#
River looking for submissions off his back.
River is trying to maintain the position but Sova is very close to passing his half guard.#T6#
Sova is trying to control. River wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Sova might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control River haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB2#
Sova is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so River is just riding it out for now. Sova eventually gives up the hold.
Sova is looking to stall here but River recovers full guard.
Sova is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #SUB#
River working for a triangle but Sova defends it easily.
#T7#
Sova is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
River might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Sova looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
River has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Sova can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
River is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sova defends well.
River keeping moving, preventing Sova from controlling successfully.
Sova is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T8#
Sova trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Sova looking to sit in guard and control but River gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (2) vs (2) Sova#SUB2#
Sova had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. River defends it easily.
River has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Sova controls River momentarily but River frees himself.
River wants to control from the top but Sova keeps moving. #T9#
River looking to pass the guard.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Sova holds on and takes a little breather.
Sova 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: River (2) vs (4) Sova
Sova with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Sova works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: River (2) vs (7) Sova
River manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (4) vs (7) Sova
Sova is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T10#
Sova is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of River's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take River's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: River (4) vs (11) Sova#SUB2#
Sova working for a choke but River is defending well.
River is really stuck here.
#SUB2#
Sova looking for the choke but no joy.
River staying busy and making it hard for Sova to control.
I really don't envy River right now.
River is keeping busy.
Our spies down at at Brloh inform us that Sova has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?#T11#
River tries to roll but Sova sticks to his back.
Sova controlling from the back.
River trying to control the hands but Sova breaks the grip. #SUB2#
Sova tightening his grip on River, looking for the choke.
Sova tries to get the hooks in deep but River pushed the leg off.
River trying to control the position but Sova manages to sink in the hooks.
River is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
You can see the frustration on River's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
#T12#
I would not like to be River right now.
River can't escape the position.
River wants to control his opponent's hands but Sova gets his hands free.
Well, with Sova on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before River is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
River tries to escape the position.
River looking very determined here, making life difficult for Sova.
Sova 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.
#SUB2#
River is displaying good submission defense - not really looking in danger of submitting to the rear naked choke at the moment. That could change in an instant of course if Sova gets his way!
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Sova's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
#T13##SUB2#
Sova has his opponent's back and is working for the choke.
Sova tries to keep control of the position but River is staying busy.
Sova is trying to control but River is trying to escape here - he's now mounted.
River can't escape the position.
River gets back to half guard.#SUB#
River is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sova pulls his head out easily.
Sova controlling the action here.
River is looking for a sweep. Sova is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Sova passes the guard and advances to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: River (4) vs (14) Sova#T14#
Sova looking to control and managing it successfully.
River is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Sova tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
River tries to lock up and control but Sova gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Sova tries to control but River wriggling away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sova controlling his opponent.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sova wins on points by 14 to 4.
Pavel Sova decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
SSG 327 Maximus vs Majere
Date: Jul 07, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 13 losses; Bernhard River! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 12 losses; Toyotomi Ieyasu!
The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, Jorge Garcia and Russell Pearce.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.#CL2#
Ieyasu pushes River up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
Ieyasu is fighting off a takedown attempt but River is just too persistent for him and manages to trip Ieyasu to the mat. Ieyasu regains guard as soon as the fighters hit the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: River (2) vs (0) Ieyasu
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.
River trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ieyasu keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully. #SUB#
River drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Ieyasu dives on top into guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (2) vs (2) Ieyasu
Ieyasu trying to control but River is working from the bottom.
Ieyasu sitting in guard here, content to control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River is controlling Ieyasu's posture.
Ieyasu looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.#SUB#
River looking for a triangle here. Ieyasu is fighting it but it looks tight! River pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, Ieyasu is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Bernhard River!
A very excited looking Bernhard River 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:
SSG 322 Gomes vs Hlervu
Date: Jun 23, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Nori Voluspa! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 13 losses; Bernhard River!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, William Peck and Elvis Blanc.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Voluspa pushes River up against the cage in a clinch.
River stops a takedown attempt from Voluspa.
#TD#
Voluspa works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Voluspa (2) vs (0) River
River tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Voluspa looking to sit in guard and control but River gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Voluspa (2) vs (2) River
Voluspa is controlling River's posture.
River controlling from the top position.
Voluspa lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Voluspa (4) vs (2) River
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.
Voluspa wants to pass the guard but River is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Voluspa lying in River's guard like a wet fish here, stalling away. River decides he's had enough of all that nonsense - he escapes his hips and locks up an armbar! Wow, that was slick! Voluspa taps! This one is aaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bernhard River!
A very excited looking Bernhard River 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:
SSG 314 Bar vs Makarov
Date: Jun 09, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 5 losses; Hoyce Gracias! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 12 losses; Bernhard River!
The judges for this bout are Emerson Jorge, Thiago Cunha and Felipe Paraventi.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
River instigates a clinch. #TD2#
River has dropped down and is working for a takedown. Gracias is trying to keep an underhook but River manages to get the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Gracias (0) vs (2) River
Gracias is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Jed's Gym, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Gracias wants to control but River is keeping busy.
River is figuring out what he wants to do next.#SUB2#
River is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
River is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gracias has managed to free his arm - good work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#T1##SUB2#
River is working for a kimura but Gracias is defending it quite comfortably.
River wants to lay and pray for a moment but Gracias keeps working. #SUB2#
River 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.
#T2##SUB2#
River is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Gracias is just riding it out for now. River eventually gives up the hold.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
River is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #T3#
River is looking to pass Gracias's guard but actually Gracias recovers to full guard.
River is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
River looking to sit in guard and control but Gracias gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracias (2) vs (2) River#T4##SUB2#
River had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Gracias defends it easily.
Gracias will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB2#
River looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Gracias passes into half guard.
Gracias is stalling here. River is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Gracias seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and River has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Gracias (2) vs (6) River#T5##SUB2#
River thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Gracias can't do much from the bottom here.
River looking to control but instead Gracias has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Well, if River is going to just lie there, perhaps we should talk about what we're having for dinner tonight… I'm having a ham and pineapple pizza… Yum. Can't wait.
#SUB2#
River is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Gracias has managed to free his arm - good work.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T6#
Gracias gets full guard.
River stays in close to Gracias's body and controls the position.
River looking to pass the guard.
River's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Gracias trying to control the position.
#T7#
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Gracias is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
River drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Gracias manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now River has Gracias in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracias (4) vs (6) River
River looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gracias is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
River has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gracias can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T8#
River looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Gracias puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
River has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Rivers Edge Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
River is trying to control but can't.
Gracias is pressing down on River's thigh, looking to free his foot. River is holding on for now.
River is trying to get back to full guard.#T9#
River regains full guard. Nicely done. #SUB2#
River looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
River keeping moving, preventing Gracias from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Gracias avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Gracias sitting in guard here, content to control. #T10##SUB2#
River working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gracias doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gracias manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
River has his hands on Gracias's head, controlling the position. #SUB2#
Gracias got a little sloppy there for a moment and River has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gracias has managed to get both his arms back between River's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
River isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Gracias stacks River 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 Gracias! Score +3 for passing guard: Gracias (7) vs (6) River#T11#
Gracias moves into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: Gracias (9) vs (6) River
River tries to hold on but Gracias pushes him away.
Gracias trying to control but River is having none of it.
River tries to reverse the position but Gracias maintains control.#T12#
River wants to hold on but Gracias pushes him away.
River is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Gracias looking to control and managing it successfully.
River has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Gracias (12) vs (6) River
River trying to control the hands but Gracias won't let him. #T13#
River tries to escape the position.
Will Gracias go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
I really don't envy River right now.
River is still trying to improve position.#T14#
Gracias struggling to keep hold of the position.
River is in bad spot here.
Gracias controls the action.
I really don't envy River right now.
Gracias is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
River manages to reverse the position and now he's in Gracias's guard. Nice work there by River.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Gracias (12) vs (8) River
And that's the end of the fight!
Gracias takes the fight on points by 12 to 8.
An out of breath Hoyce Gracias 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:
SSG 313 Hunt vs Chai
Date: Jun 02, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 11 losses; Bernhard River! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 3 losses; Alexei Sykov!
The judges for this bout are Alec Ball, Yves DeLean and Steve Smith.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
River tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Sykov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.#TD2#
Sykov decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: River (0) vs (2) Sykov
River trying to control from the bottom.
River might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Sykov is working for a submission of some sort.
River wants to get back to full guard.
River is looking to control Sykov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can River avoid being mounted?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Sykov is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
River 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 fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T1#
Sykov wants to control but River is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Sykov is working for a submission of some sort.
Sykov wants to free his trapped foot but River is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Sykov prevents River from improving his position.#SUB2#
River is defending against the submission attempts here by Sykov.
#SUB#
River looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
River is trying to maintain the position but Sykov is very close to passing his half guard.
Sykov prevents River from improving his position.
River is refusing to be controlled, as Sykov sits in half guard. #SUB2#
Sykov is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Sykov content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T3##SUB#
River looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
River looking for submissions off his back.
Sykov is trying to control the action in half guard but River is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
River is controlling Sykov's position as best he can from this difficult position.
River is looking to improve his position.
#T4##SUB#
River is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sykov pulls his head out easily.
Sykov is trying to control. River wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
River is trying to maintain the position but Sykov is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB2#
Sykov seems to be looking for submissions.
River is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T5#
Sykov is trying to control. River wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB2#
Sykov is working for a kimura but River is defending it quite comfortably.
Sykov is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for River! Score +3 for passing guard: River (0) vs (5) Sykov
River tries to hold on but Sykov pushes him away.
River is squirming around, avoiding Sykov's attempts to control the action.
River manages to regain half guard. Good work.
River holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now. #T6#
River tries to roll over but Sykov keeps him under control.#SUB2#
Sykov wants to work for an arm triangle but River is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Sykov trying to control from half guard but River is working away.
Sykov prevents River from improving his position.
River is working hard here to advance position.
Sykov looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Sykov seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead River has recovered full guard. #T7#
River tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Sykov wants to control from the top but River keeps moving.
Sykov looking to pass the guard.
River keeping moving, preventing Sykov from controlling successfully.
Sykov slips nicely into half guard.#T8#
Sykov trying to control from half guard but River is working away. #SUB#
River is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sykov pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Sykov is working for a submission of some sort.
River is looking to control Sykov's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can River avoid being mounted?#SUB#
River is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Sykov pulls his head out easily. #T9##SUB2#
Sykov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Sykov is pressing down on River's thigh, looking to free his foot. River is holding on for now.
Sykov takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Sykov is thwarting River's attempts to control the position.
Sykov wants to lay and pray for a moment but River keeps working. #T10##SUB#
River looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Sykov is working for a kimura but River is defending it quite comfortably.
Sykov wants to pass the guard but River is defending well.
River is not content to let Sykov control the position.#SUB2#
Sykov is trying to work for a kimura but River is defending well.
#T11##SUB2#
Sykov is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Sykov wants to work for an arm triangle but River is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
River wants to improve his position but Sykov is controlling well.
Sykov wants to lay and pray for a moment but River keeps working.
Sykov works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: River (0) vs (8) Sykov#T12##SUB2#
Sykov is working for a guillotine from mount but River frees his head quite easily.
Sykov looking to control but River is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #SUB2#
Sykov moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, River has worked his arm free - good work by River!
Sykov is looking to take a break and control but River is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Sykov is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, River has escaped the position, nice work there. #T13##SUB2#
Sykov tries for a kimura but River is defending well. #SUB2#
Sykov goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, River rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Sykov's guard! Nice work there by River! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (2) vs (8) Sykov
Sykov is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
River drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Sykov manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now River has Sykov in his guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (2) vs (10) Sykov#T14#
Sykov trying to control the position from guard on top but River is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
River is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Sykov defends well.
Sykov tries to free his leg and advance position but River is retaining full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Sykov wins on points by 10 to 2.
A very excited looking Alexei Sykov 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:
SSG 304 Solo vs Elvul
Date: May 12, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 10 losses; Bernhard River! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 14 wins and 19 losses; Toby Flenderson!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Frank Antenori and Jack Bonds.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Flenderson fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
River attempts a counter takedown but Flenderson avoids it well and moves away.#TD#
Flenderson gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows River to score an easy takedown into full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: River (2) vs (0) Flenderson
Flenderson keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully.
River pushing down on Flenderson's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River wants to lay and pray for a moment but Flenderson keeps working.
Flenderson is controlling River's position as best he can from this difficult position.#T1#
Flenderson trying to control here.
Flenderson is staying active underneath River, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
River is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Flenderson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time River.
River wants to control but Flenderson is keeping him busy. #T2##SUB#
River is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Flenderson doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time River.
River looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Flenderson keeping control of the position. #T3#
River wants to free his trapped foot but Flenderson is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB#
River is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
River is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Flenderson defends it well.
Flenderson trying to hold on to River's head to control him but River postures up.
#T4#
River wants to pass to mount but Flenderson is defending the position. #SUB#
River is working for a submission of some sort.
River trying to control from half guard but Flenderson is working away. #T5#
River stalling.
Flenderson tries to roll over but River keeps him under control.
Flenderson is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#SUB#
River wants to work for an arm triangle but Flenderson is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
River is trying to work for a kimura but Flenderson is defending well.
#T6#
Flenderson is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.
Flenderson is trying to maintain the position but River is very close to passing his half guard.
River is pressing down on Flenderson's thigh, looking to free his foot. Flenderson is holding on for now. #SUB#
River is working for a kimura but Flenderson is defending it quite comfortably.
#T7#
River is stalling here. Flenderson is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! River seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Flenderson has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: River (2) vs (4) Flenderson
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
River is looking to regain half guard here but Flenderson keeps moving and retains side control.
Flenderson advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: River (2) vs (6) Flenderson#T8#
River tries to hold on but Flenderson postures up.
Flenderson controlling from the full mount.
River tries to improve his position but instead Flenderson has taken his back! Score +3 for taking back: River (2) vs (9) Flenderson
River tries to break free.
River trying to control but not successfully.
River can't escape the position.
#T9#
Flenderson is trying to stick to River's back but River is turning into Flenderson. He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Flenderson's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by River. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (4) vs (9) Flenderson
River stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Flenderson swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Flenderson looking for a sweep. Not yet Flenderson, not yet.
Flenderson has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but River has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: River (7) vs (9) Flenderson#SUB#
River thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
River is looking to take a break and control but Flenderson is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T10#
Flenderson seems a little lost for a moment, as River dominates the positioning.
Flenderson can't do much from the bottom here.
River wants to control but Flenderson is keeping him busy. #T11##SUB#
River is trying to get an arm triangle but Flenderson is defending well.
You can see the frustration on Flenderson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
River wants to control but Flenderson is keeping him busy. #SUB#
River is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Flenderson knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #T12##SUB#
River is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Flenderson has escaped the position, nice work there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Flenderson is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
River tries for a kimura but Flenderson is defending well. #T13#
River trying to control the action but Flenderson is working from the bottom.
River has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
You can see the frustration on Flenderson's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Flenderson is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB#
River is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T14#
Flenderson trying to control from the bottom.
Flenderson makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Flenderson.
River wants to control from the top but Flenderson keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Flenderson wins on points by 9 to 7. |
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Event:
SSG 298 Reed vs Ottke
Date: Apr 28, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 9 losses; Toyotomi Ieyasu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 9 losses; Bernhard River!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Daniel Franklin and Gwen Towbar.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
River changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Ieyasu looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: Ieyasu (0) vs (4) River
Ieyasu is trying to get back to half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Ieyasu'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.
Ieyasu sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Ieyasu 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.#SUB2#
River is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ieyasu is just riding it out for now. River eventually gives up the hold.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Ieyasu has guillotine here! It looks pretty tight! Could this be all over! No, River escapes and passes into side control at the same time. Nice work there by River! Score +3 for passing guard: Ieyasu (0) vs (7) River#T1##SUB2#
River goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Ieyasu has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for River but great work by Ieyasu. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Ieyasu (4) vs (7) River#SUB#
Ieyasu working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Ieyasu works to advance to full mount. River defends for a few seconds but eventually he succumbs. Score +2 for reaching mount: Ieyasu (6) vs (7) River
River tries to hold on but Ieyasu postures up.#SUB#
Ieyasu goes for an armbar but River turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from River. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ieyasu (6) vs (9) River
River has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Rivers Edge Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
River controls from within his opponent's guard. #T2##SUB#
Ieyasu is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ieyasu manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. River manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ieyasu (8) vs (9) River
Ieyasu passes River's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
River looking for submissions off his back.
River tries to get to full guard but Ieyasu has control of the leg. #T3#
Ieyasu wants to free his trapped foot but River is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ieyasu moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: Ieyasu (11) vs (9) River#SUB#
Ieyasu is trying to get an arm triangle but River is defending well. #SUB#
Ieyasu is trying to get an arm triangle but River is defending well.
River is looking for a sweep.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #T4#
River tries to bench press Ieyasu off him but Ieyasu keeps the position.
River manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ieyasu (11) vs (11) River#SUB2#
River is looking for a kimura here.
Ieyasu wants to get back to full guard.
Ieyasu is pressing down on River's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Ieyasu looking for a sweep. Not yet Ieyasu, not yet. #SUB#
Ieyasu is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Ieyasu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T5#
River is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
River trying to control but Ieyasu is working from the bottom.
Ieyasu looking to control but River passes into half guard.
Ieyasu wants to get back to full guard but River has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Ieyasu (11) vs (14) River#SUB2#
River jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Ieyasu manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB2#
River is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Ieyasu is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T6#
Ieyasu is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
River tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no River has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Ieyasu tries to buck River off but River is having none of it.
Ieyasu is not content to let River control the position.
Ieyasu manages to work his way to half guard, despite River's best efforts.#T7#
River trying to pass the guard but Ieyasu defending well.
River wants to take a breather but Ieyasu is having none of it.
Ieyasu gets back to full guard.
Ieyasu manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. River manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ieyasu (13) vs (14) River
Ieyasu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. River is keeping the position for now.
River is trying to control the position but Ieyasu postures up. #SUB2#
River looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#T8#
River wants to hit a sweep here but Ieyasu passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for River there! Score +3 for passing guard: Ieyasu (16) vs (14) River
Ieyasu controlling his opponent.
Ieyasu trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Ieyasu is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because River is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
River tries to hold on but Ieyasu pushes him away. #T9#
Ieyasu controlling the position easily from mount. #SUB#
Ieyasu is working for a guillotine from mount but River frees his head quite easily.
River regains half guard.
Ieyasu is keen to just control but River is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
River looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Ieyasu seems to be working for a kimura but River defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Ieyasu is looking for a kimura but River is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Ieyasu to get the leverage. #T10#
Ieyasu is looking to advance position but River won't allow it.
Ieyasu is working hard here to advance position.
Ieyasu controlling the action here.#SUB#
Ieyasu is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
River tries to roll over but Ieyasu keeps him under control.#T11#
Ieyasu is working hard to pass the guard. He's done it - he's now in full mount! Trouble for River! Score +3 for passing guard: Ieyasu (19) vs (14) River
River keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
River tries to hold on but Ieyasu pushes him away.
Ieyasu can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as River is looking to escape.
Ieyasu wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #T12#
River sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.#SUB2#
River looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
River wants to improve his position but Ieyasu is controlling well.
#SUB2#
River looking for subs from the bottom but Ieyasu mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Ieyasu (22) vs (14) River
Ieyasu looking to control but River is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T13#
River tries to hold on but Ieyasu postures up.
Ieyasu can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as River is looking to escape.
Ieyasu tucks in and makes sure he doesn't lose the dominant position.
Ieyasu's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
River is desperately trying to improve his position but Ieyasu has a good base and remains in mount.
Ieyasu moves to the back position. Score +3 for taking back: Ieyasu (25) vs (14) River
River is trying to break free.
#T14##SUB#
Ieyasu is working on the RNC. He looks like he's got it but River won't tap... Oh, he's out! The ref rips Ieyasu off his unconscious opponent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 14:23 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Toyotomi Ieyasu!
A very excited looking Toyotomi Ieyasu 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:
SSG 295 Finn vs Chai
Date: Apr 21, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 8 losses; Bernhard River! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 12 wins and 9 losses; Matsuda Takeshi!
The judges for this bout are Yves DeLean, Steve Smith and Gregory Folan.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?#TD2#
Takeshi gets a double leg takedown into River's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: River (0) vs (2) Takeshi
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.
River being controlled here, momentarily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
River wants to sweep but no luck.
River has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB#
River is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
River looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Takeshi wants to pass the guard but River is keeping the position.
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.
Takeshi stays in close to River's body and controls the position.
Takeshi works a leg free and moves into half guard.
River trying to control here.
#T1#
Takeshi has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: River (0) vs (5) Takeshi
River is desperately trying to improve his position but Takeshi has a good base and remains in mount.
River sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Takeshi wants to take a breather but River is having none of it.
River wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Takeshi seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
River looking for submissions off his back.
Takeshi tries to pass the half guard into mount. River knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T2##SUB2#
Takeshi is trying to work for a kimura but River is defending well.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
River is staying active underneath Takeshi, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Takeshi is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, River has managed to free his arm - good work.
Takeshi trying to control the action but River is working from the bottom. #SUB#
River looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Takeshi is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. River doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Takeshi. #T3#
River is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Takeshi's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Takeshi's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: River (4) vs (5) Takeshi#SUB#
Takeshi is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
River controlling well, preventing Takeshi from escaping the position.
#SUB#
River is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
I really don't envy Takeshi right now.
#T4#
Takeshi trying to control but not successfully. #SUB#
River is looking for the choke from the back position but Takeshi is controlling his hands well.
River doesn't have the hooks in and Takeshi manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (4) vs (7) Takeshi
Takeshi trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
River trying to keep a closed guard but Takeshi is proving a slippery customer.
River keeping full guard, as Takeshi tries to pass. #T5##SUB#
River is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Takeshi defends well.
River looking to control.
Takeshi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. River is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
River is looking for a triangle but Takeshi pushes his legs off easily.
Takeshi pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. River is keeping the position for now. #T6#
Takeshi trying to control the position from guard on top but River is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
River managing to control the position.
Takeshi slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: River (4) vs (10) Takeshi
Takeshi controlling the position.
Takeshi is looking to take a break and control but River is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
Takeshi has hold of River's arm. He's looking for a kimura. River seems comfortable defending it but Takeshi has shifted his position slighty and is cranking on the arm! River is real pain and he's forced to tap out! River is disgusted with himself for not defending it better but Takeshi couldn't care less - he's delighted!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Matsuda Takeshi!
A very excited looking Matsuda Takeshi 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:
SSG 291 McCain vs Johnson
Date: Apr 14, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 15 losses; Ahmad Ibrahim! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 7 losses; Bernhard River!
The judges for this bout are Dean Styles, Eddie Farnsworth and Lou da Vinci.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Ibrahim displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from River. #TD#
Ibrahim scores with a takedown into River's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ibrahim (2) vs (0) River
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.
River is trying to keep Ibrahim in close.
Ibrahim pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. River is keeping the position for now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ibrahim won't allow River to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ibrahim slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Ibrahim forces his way into half guard.
River trying to hold on to Ibrahim's head to control him but Ibrahim postures up.
#T1#
River is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
River is defending against the submission attempts here by Ibrahim.
River gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Ibrahim got a little sloppy there for a moment and River has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ibrahim has managed to get both his arms back between River's legs - danger averted.
Ibrahim wants to pass the guard but River is keeping the position.#T2##SUB2#
River is looking for a triangle but Ibrahim pushes his legs off easily.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
River looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
River pulls Ibrahim in to control the position.
Ibrahim is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Ibrahim passes into half guard.
Ibrahim wants to take a breather but River is having none of it. #T3#
River won't allow Ibrahim to pass to mount.
River is in trouble now - Ibrahim has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ibrahim (5) vs (0) River
Ibrahim controlling from the full mount.
Ibrahim has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#SUB#
Ibrahim swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and River is now in Ibrahim's guard. A big mistake from Ibrahim there, giving up the dominant position! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ibrahim (5) vs (2) River
River has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Rivers Edge Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Ibrahim is trying to keep River in close.
River trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T4#
River wants to control from the top but Ibrahim keeps moving.
Ibrahim pulls River in to control the position.
River is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB#
Ibrahim throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! River escapes and throws Ibrahim's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Ibrahim (5) vs (5) River
Ibrahim sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
River is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Ibrahim has managed to free his arm - good work.
Ibrahim wants to control but River is keeping busy.
#T5#
Ibrahim is staying active underneath River, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
River is looking for a kimura here.
Ibrahim is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Ibrahim looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ibrahim controlling the position well. #T6#
River with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #SUB2#
River is looking for a kimura here.
Ibrahim is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
River is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Ibrahim is just riding it out for now. River eventually gives up the hold.
River is trying to control the action in half guard but Ibrahim is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #T7#
Ibrahim makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Ibrahim.#SUB2#
River drops back looking for a leg! Ibrahim is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Ibrahim manages to kick River off! River jumps back into Ibrahim's guard.
Ibrahim keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully. #T8#
Ibrahim trying to control the position.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Ibrahim is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Ibrahim tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Ibrahim will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Ibrahim keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully.
Ibrahim lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ibrahim (7) vs (5) River#T9#
Ibrahim forces his way into half guard.
Ibrahim looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Ibrahim wants to take a breather but River is having none of it.
River trying to control from the bottom.
River is refusing to be controlled, as Ibrahim sits in half guard. #SUB2#
River looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Ibrahim 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.
#T10#
Ibrahim wants to free his trapped foot but River is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Ibrahim frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Ibrahim (10) vs (5) River
Ibrahim wants to take his opponent's back but he's not managed it. #SUB#
Ibrahim jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… River is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by River and Ibrahim has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
#T11#
The referee asks Ibrahim politely if he wouldn't mind getting on with it and actually doing something. Ibrahim prefers to stall for the moment though.
River tries to get back to half guard but can't.#SUB#
Ibrahim looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Ibrahim laying and praying for a moment but River takes advantage and regains half guard.
River is trying to control but can't.
#T12#
Ibrahim is keen to just control but River is a slippery customer.
Ibrahim prevents River from improving his position.
River is trying to control but can't.
River wants to improve his position but Ibrahim is controlling well.
River regains full guard. Nicely done.
River being controlled here, momentarily.
River keeping moving, preventing Ibrahim from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
River working for a triangle but Ibrahim defends it easily.
#T13#
Ibrahim passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Ibrahim (13) vs (5) River
River is looking to regain half guard here but Ibrahim keeps moving and retains side control.
Ibrahim wants to control but River is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Ibrahim is trying to get an arm triangle but River is defending well. #SUB#
Ibrahim tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T14#
River is looking to regain half guard here but Ibrahim keeps moving and retains side control.
River is not content to let Ibrahim control the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Ibrahim takes the fight on points by 13 to 5.
During a confident post fight interview, Ahmad Ibrahim thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 288 Hlervu vs Kuang
Date: Apr 07, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 6 losses; Bernhard River! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 15 wins and 11 losses; Odaishah Yasalmibaal!
The judges for this bout are Reed Andrews, Eddie Farnsworth and Chad Campbell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Yasalmibaal closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: River (0) vs (2) Yasalmibaal
River trying to hold on to Yasalmibaal's head to control him but Yasalmibaal postures up.
#SUB2#
Yasalmibaal is trying to work for a kimura but River is defending well.
River keeping hold of Yasalmibaal's head, controlling as best he can.
River wants to control but Yasalmibaal passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: River (0) vs (5) Yasalmibaal
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yasalmibaal tries to move into full mount but can't pass River's legs. #T1#
River struggling a bit here.
River gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
River is looking to control Yasalmibaal's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can River avoid being mounted?#SUB#
River looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Yasalmibaal prevents River from improving his position.#T2##SUB2#
Yasalmibaal is working for a kimura but River is defending it quite comfortably.
Yasalmibaal is thwarting River's attempts to control the position.
River has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
River wants to get back to full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
River trying to control from the bottom.
River tries to regain full guard. Instead though, Yasalmibaal has advanced to mount. Uh oh. Score +3 for passing guard: River (0) vs (8) Yasalmibaal#T3#
River tries to lock up and control but Yasalmibaal gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
River is trying desperately to improve position.#T4#
River is working hard here to advance position.
Yasalmibaal looking to control but River is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
River wants to control but Yasalmibaal is having none of it.#SUB2#
River defends a decent attempt at a guillotine from Yasalmibaal. #T5#
River tries to lock up and control but Yasalmibaal gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
River slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
River wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
River looking for submissions off his back.
Yasalmibaal moves nicely into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: River (0) vs (11) Yasalmibaal#T6##SUB2#
Yasalmibaal looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
River is looking for a sweep.
River sneaks back into half guard.#SUB2#
Yasalmibaal is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB2#
Yasalmibaal seems to be looking for submissions.
#T7#
River is looking to control Yasalmibaal's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can River avoid being mounted?#SUB2#
Yasalmibaal is sneakily working for an arm triangle but River sees it coming and defends easily.
River tries to roll over but Yasalmibaal keeps him under control.#T8#
River works his way to full guard. Good work.#SUB#
River working for submissions but it's allowed Yasalmibaal to get to half guard.
River wants to control but Yasalmibaal is keeping busy.
Yasalmibaal prevents River from improving his position.#T9##SUB#
River looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Yasalmibaal wants to lay and pray for a moment but River keeps working. #SUB2#
Yasalmibaal is sneakily working for an arm triangle but River sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Yasalmibaal is looking for a kimura. It's pretty deep but River still has the half guard so he's probably OK. Oh, River has exploded into a beautiful escape there and after a quick scramble, he's ended up in side control on top! Nice work! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: River (4) vs (11) Yasalmibaal
Yasalmibaal is looking for a sweep.#T10#
River trying to control the action but Yasalmibaal is working from the bottom. #SUB#
River tries for a kimura but Yasalmibaal is defending well.
River wants to lay and pray for a moment but Yasalmibaal keeps working. #T11#
Yasalmibaal is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
River thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
River is trying to get an arm triangle but Yasalmibaal is defending well. #SUB#
River is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Yasalmibaal is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T12#
Yasalmibaal can't do much from the bottom here. #SUB#
River is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Yasalmibaal has escaped the position, nice work there.
Yasalmibaal tries to buck River off but River is having none of it.#T13#
River controls the position from side control.
Yasalmibaal is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Yasalmibaal actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
River is looking for a kimura but Yasalmibaal is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for River to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Yasalmibaal is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but River pulls his head out easily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T14#
River tries to pass to full mount but Yasalmibaal defends it.
Yasalmibaal is refusing to be controlled, as River sits in half guard. #SUB#
River is looking for a kimura but Yasalmibaal is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for River to get the leverage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yasalmibaal tries to get to full guard but River has control of the leg.
Yasalmibaal is still trying to improve position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Yasalmibaal wins on points by 11 to 4.
A victorious Odaishah Yasalmibaal 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:
SSG 283 Rhodeo vs Hall
Date: Mar 24, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 20 wins and 23 losses; Jaxon Bremner! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 5 losses; Bernhard River!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, Franklyn Lucas and Dean Styles.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Bremner clinches with his opponent.
Bremner is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables River to keep the fight standing.
Bremner 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.
Bremner is trying to pull guard but River has him pressed against the cage.#TD#
Bremner ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Bremner no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
River pushes down on Bremner's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB2#
River is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
River controlling the pace. #SUB#
Bremner looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Still in half guard, River seems content to control.
River wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bremner keeps working.
Bremner tries to get to full guard but River has control of the leg. #T1#
Bremner slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
River trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
River has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Rivers Edge Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Bremner is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Bremner throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Bremner holds on and takes a little breather. #SUB#
Bremner had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. River defends it easily.#T2##SUB2#
River drops back looking for a leg! Bremner is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Bremner manages to kick River off! River jumps back into Bremner's guard.
River is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Bremner keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully.
Bremner manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. River manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Bremner (2) vs (0) River#SUB2#
River had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bremner defends it easily.#SUB2#
Bremner got a little sloppy there for a moment and River has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Bremner has managed to get both his arms back between River's legs - danger averted.#T3#
Bremner wants to control from the top but River keeps moving.
Bremner wants to pass the guard but River is keeping the position.
Bremner wants to control from the top but River keeps moving.
Bremner is pushing down on River's leg trying to pass to half guard. River is fighting to maintain full guard but Bremner has managed to sneak the leg through.
Bremner wants to lay and pray for a moment but River keeps working. #SUB#
Bremner is sneakily working for an arm triangle but River sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
River is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Bremner pulls his head out easily. #T4#
Bremner seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but River does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
River wants to improve his position but Bremner is controlling well.
Bremner keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Bremner is looking to take a break and control but River is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Bremner is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. River doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Bremner.
Bremner wants to lay and pray for a moment but River keeps working. #T5##SUB#
Bremner is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
River trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB#
Bremner seems to be working for a kimura but River defends the submission attempt.
Bremner passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for River! Score +3 for passing guard: Bremner (5) vs (0) River
River tries to lock up and control but Bremner gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.#T6#
River is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#SUB#
Bremner looking to secure an arm triangle but River defends it well. #SUB#
Bremner has hold of an arm here, looking to extend it. He's committed to the armbar attempt here! Will he get it?! Yes! River is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Jaxon Bremner!
A loyal slave to those sponsorship dollars, Jaxon Bremner made sure he mentioned Silverback Sweatshop, along with how happy he was to win his fight. |
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Event:
SSG 271 Makarov vs Hlervu
Date: Feb 25, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 4 losses; Bernhard River! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 12 losses; Dreynos Elvul!
The judges for this bout are Joseph Jones, Jorge Garcia and Franklyn Lucas.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Elvul bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control. Score +4 for clean takedown past guard: River (0) vs (4) Elvul
Elvul in side control, just content to control the action for now.
You can see the frustration on River's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
River gets back to half guard.
Elvul 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.
Elvul is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: River (0) vs (7) Elvul
River is working to get back to half guard.
#T1#
River 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: River (2) vs (7) Elvul
River looking to sit in guard and control but Elvul gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (2) vs (9) Elvul
River has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#SUB#
River looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Elvul passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: River (2) vs (12) Elvul
River trying to remain calm as Elvul controls from the top position.#T2#
River is looking for a sweep.
River is trying to control Elvul's posture but Elvul avoids it.
River is not content to let Elvul control the position.
River tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Elvul wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
River is not content to let Elvul control the position. #T3#
River is looking for a sweep.
River is trying to control Elvul's posture but Elvul avoids it.
River trying to remain calm as Elvul controls from the top position.
River gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there! Score +2 for reaching mount: River (2) vs (14) Elvul
Elvul tries to control but River wriggling away.
River tries to hold on but Elvul postures up.#T4#
Elvul controlling his opponent.
Elvul's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
River regains half guard.
River trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Elvul manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: River (2) vs (17) Elvul
River is looking to improve his position but Elvul isn't that keen on the idea.#T5#
River tries to hold on but Elvul postures up.
Elvul content just to control the position here.
River can't escape the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
River reaches up to try and control the position but Elvul seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! River rolls and tries to escape and now Elvul has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: River (2) vs (20) Elvul#T6#
Elvul trying to control momentarily.
Elvul controlling the position well here. River rolled but Elvul kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
River looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Elvul tries to keep control of the position but River is staying busy.#T7##SUB2#
Elvul looking for the choke from the back.
River is in bad spot here.
I would not like to be River right now.
River tries to escape but Elvul has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Elvul is riding his opponent, not letting River buck him off.
River trying to control the position but Elvul manages to sink in the hooks.
Elvul is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T8#
Elvul keeps control of the position as River tries to break free.
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
River staying busy and making it hard for Elvul to control.
Well, with Elvul on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before River is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
River trying to control the hands but Elvul breaks the grip.
River tries to escape the position.
#T9#
Elvul trying to control momentarily.
River is in bad spot here.
Elvul is not going to allow River to sit and survive in this position.
Elvul is controlling his opponent, waiting for an opportunity to finish. #T10#
Let's hope that Elvul 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.
I really don't envy River right now.
River looking very determined here, making life difficult for Elvul.
Elvul really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for River.#T11#
River tries to escape the position.
Elvul really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for River.
Elvul controlling well, preventing River from escaping the position.
What can River 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#
River looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #SUB2#
Elvul working for a choke but River reverses nicely into Elvul 's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (4) vs (20) Elvul
Elvul keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully. #T13#
Elvul wants to sweep but no luck.
Elvul keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Elvul working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. River doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. River manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
River sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T14#
River's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.#SUB2#
Elvul is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. River is aware though and is defending well.
Our spies down at at Oblivion Gate inform us that Elvul has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
River wants to pass the guard but Elvul is keeping the position.
River wants to control from the top but Elvul keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Elvul wins on points by 20 to 4.
Dreynos Elvul decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
SSG 263 Johnson vs Solo
Date: Feb 04, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 4 losses; Bernhard River! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 11 losses; Bulla Marden!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Jack Bonds and Frank Antenori.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Marden shoots for a double leg takedown but River sprawls well. He's pushed Marden's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Marden fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
River shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Marden but Marden pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Marden tries to score a power double leg takedown but River sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Marden somewhat.
River drops down looking for a counter takedown but Marden sprawls and moves away.
River 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.
Bernhard River has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bulla Marden.#CL#
River closes the distance and clinches.#TD2#
Marden jumps into guard, dragging River to the mat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River wants to control from the top but Marden keeps moving.
Marden is looking to sweep but instead, River has passed into half guard.
#T1##SUB#
River is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
River is keen to just control but Marden is a slippery customer.
River stalling away here and it's allowed Marden to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
River trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Marden working for a triangle but River defends it easily.
River has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Marden is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and River defends well.#T2#
River engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
River trying to control but Marden is working from the bottom. #T3##SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Marden is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Marden throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! River escapes and throws Marden's legs to the side, diving into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: River (3) vs (0) Marden#SUB#
River tries for a kimura but Marden is defending well. #T4#
Marden is not content to let River control the position. #SUB#
River tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
River wants to lay and pray for a moment but Marden keeps working. #T5#
Marden manages to get back to half guard.
River frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: River (6) vs (0) Marden
River wants to control the action but instead Marden gets a body lock and reverses into River's guard! Nice work! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (6) vs (2) Marden
River working a defensive guard here.
Marden pushing down on River's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Marden is trying to advance to mount but he's lost his balance and River reverses the position - he's now on top in Marden's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (8) vs (2) Marden#T6#
River slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: River (11) vs (2) Marden#SUB#
River tries for a kimura but Marden is defending well.
Marden manages to get one leg in to regain half guard. #SUB#
River is looking for a kimura here.
#T7##SUB#
River is trying to work for a kimura but Marden is defending well.
River is trying to control the action in half guard but Marden is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
River is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: River (14) vs (2) Marden
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
River trying to control but Marden is having none of it. #T8#
Marden gets back to half guard.#SUB#
River is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Marden is just riding it out for now. River eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
River is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T9#
Marden tries to roll over but River keeps him under control.
Marden regains full guard. Nicely done.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Marden is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Marden 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.
River engaging in some classic timewasting tactics. #T10#
Marden wants to sweep here but River controlling him for the moment.
River wants to control from the top but Marden keeps moving. #T11##SUB2#
Marden is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
River pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Marden is keeping the position for now.
River sitting in guard here, content to control.
Marden wants to sweep here but River controlling him for the moment.
River might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Marden is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T12#
Marden manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. River manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (14) vs (4) Marden#SUB#
River working for a triangle but Marden defends it easily.
Marden wants to control from the top but River keeps moving.
Marden passes River's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
Marden seems to be working for a kimura but River defends the submission attempt.#T13##SUB2#
Marden is looking for a kimura here.
River trying to hold on to Marden's head to control him but Marden postures up.
Marden works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: River (14) vs (7) Marden
River wants to control but Marden postures up.#SUB2#
Marden tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Marden is looking to take a break and control but River is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T14##SUB2#
Marden wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by River, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Marden is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but River is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #SUB2#
Marden tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Marden has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB2#
Marden is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, River has escaped the position, nice work there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
River tries to improve position but can't.
And that's the end of the fight!
River takes the fight on points by 14 to 7.
Bernhard River thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSG 255 Thumb vs Shaw
Date: Jan 14, 2024 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 3 losses; Bernhard River! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 68 wins and 51 losses; Rolf Ottke!
The judges for this bout are Wesley Smith, Gwen Towbar and Frank Dennis.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
Ottke shoots in and gets a takedown into River's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: River (0) vs (2) Ottke
Ottke content to stall in guard here.
River has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
River is trying to keep Ottke in close.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
River looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
River wants to sweep but no luck.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ottke is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
River trying to keep a closed guard but Ottke is proving a slippery customer.
#T1##SUB#
River has his foot on Ottke's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Ottke works his way back into a safe position though.
Ottke is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.#SUB#
River looking for a guillotine here but Ottke defends easily.
Ottke engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
River controls Ottke momentarily but Ottke frees himself. #T2#
Ottke pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. River is keeping the position for now.
Ottke postures up.
Ottke 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.
Ottke stopping the sweep attempt from River.#T3#
River keeping full guard, as Ottke tries to pass.
Ottke's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Ottke's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#T4##SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
River has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Ottke 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 River. Score +3 for passing guard: River (0) vs (5) Ottke
River tries to improve position but can't.
River wants to control but Ottke postures up.
River tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Ottke wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T5#
River is working hard here to advance position.
You can see the frustration on River's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
River trying to remain calm as Ottke controls from the top position.
River is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T6#
Ottke trying to control the action but River is working from the bottom.
River wants to control but Ottke postures up.#T7#
River is trying to escape the position but Ottke is controlling the position.
River tries to slip a leg under to move to half guard but Ottke presses down on the leg and jumps into full mount! Score +2 for reaching mount: River (0) vs (7) Ottke
Ottke sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
River really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T8#
River regains half guard.#SUB2#
Ottke is trying to work for a kimura but River is defending well.
#SUB#
River looking for submissions off his back.#T9#
Ottke is figuring out what he wants to do next.
It looks like Ottke 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.
River is trying to get back to full guard.#T10#
River is looking to get full guard. It looks like he might be successful but at the last minute Ottke jumps into side control! Score +3 for passing guard: River (0) vs (10) Ottke
River is trying to improve his position.#SUB2#
River wants to improve his position, back to half guard but Ottke has ideas of his own. He's got hold of River's far side arm and it looks like he's got an Americana. Ohh! Ohhhh! OOOOOOOOOH! A human being's arm is not meant to bend like that! River is tapping like a morse code operator on the Titanic! SOS SOS! He's out of here! Great win for Ottke!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 10:50 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Rolf Ottke!
Rolf Ottke thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SSG 248 Ozymandias vs Banner
Date: Dec 31, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 3 losses; Bernhard River! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 6 wins and 6 losses; Stix Itinya!
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
River shoots in for a takedown. "Ole!" shouts Itinya as he jumps to the side. #CL#
River closes the distance and clinches.
River prevents the takedown attempt.
Itinya wants a takedown.
River has been working on his balance at Rivers Edge Gym, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Itinya.#TD#
River gets a nice trip takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: River (2) vs (0) Itinya#SUB#
River is looking for a kimura here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Itinya is trying to get back to full guard.#T1#
River wants to pass to mount but Itinya is defending the position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Itinya is looking for a sweep. River is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
River is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Itinya is just riding it out for now. River eventually gives up the hold.
River is looking to advance position but Itinya won't allow it. #T2#
Itinya is refusing to be controlled, as River sits in half guard.
Itinya 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.
Itinya trying to control from the bottom.
Itinya is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
River is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Itinya doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time River. #T3##SUB#
River is actively looking for submissions here but good counter grappling here from Itinya as he works his way to full guard.
Itinya lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (2) vs (2) Itinya#SUB#
River is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Itinya is aware though and is defending well.#T4#
River keeping moving, preventing Itinya from controlling successfully.
River has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Itinya has passed into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: River (2) vs (5) Itinya#SUB2#
Itinya tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Itinya has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
River can't do much from the bottom here.
River looking for a sweep but Itinya has passed into full mount! Oh no! Score +2 for reaching mount: River (2) vs (7) Itinya#T5#
Itinya controlling the position easily from mount.
Itinya tries to control but River wriggling away.
Itinya is stalling here but it's allowed River to get half guard.
River won't allow Itinya to pass to mount.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Itinya in particular looking to stall.#T6#
Itinya wants to lay and pray for a moment but River keeps working.
Itinya prevents River from improving his position.#SUB#
River is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Itinya pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
River is working on a guillotine. He's managed to get to full guard and he's really squeezing tight! Itinya is tapping! Great win for River!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 6:42 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Bernhard River!
Bernhard River 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:
SSG 236 Elvul vs Helvig
Date: Dec 03, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the middleweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 14 losses; Toby Flenderson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 2 losses; Bernhard River!
The judges for this bout are Percy O'Donnell, Don Winkell and Jack Bonds.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD2#
River shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Flenderson (0) vs (2) River
River is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
River preventing the sweep.
Flenderson is trying to keep River in close.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Flenderson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Flenderson trying to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River wants to control from the top but Flenderson keeps moving. #T1#
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Flenderson trying to control the position here.
River sitting in guard, not really doing much. #T2#
River trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
River controlling from the top position.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Flenderson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Flenderson lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Flenderson (2) vs (2) River#SUB2#
River escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Flenderson gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
River wants to sweep but no luck.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4#
River keeping full guard, as Flenderson tries to pass.
Flenderson content to stall in guard here.
River wants to control but Flenderson passes easily into half guard.
#T5##SUB2#
River looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are battling for position here. River manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
River looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Flenderson passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Flenderson (5) vs (2) River
River is looking for a sweep.
River is not content to let Flenderson control the position. #T6#
Flenderson is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt River will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
River wants to control but Flenderson postures up.
A control attempt from River but he's now mounted! Score +2 for reaching mount: Flenderson (7) vs (2) River
River is working to get back to half guard.
#T7#
Flenderson takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
River tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Flenderson avoids the attempt from River to control.
River working to try and regain half guard.
#T8#
Flenderson controlling the position easily from mount.
River tries to lock up and control but Flenderson gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
Flenderson wants to control the pace but River is squirming around nicely.
Flenderson controlling his opponent. #T9#
River tries to hold on but Flenderson postures up.#SUB#
Flenderson jumps to the side looking to secure the arm triangle…. Ooooh, that looks tight… River is gargling but he's managed to escape! Nice work there by River and Flenderson has given up the dominant position trying to land that submission.
River is trying to get back to half guard.
River is trying to control Flenderson's posture but Flenderson avoids it. #T10#
Flenderson trying to control the position but River is working away.
River regains half guard.
Flenderson is thwarting River's attempts to control the position.
River regains full guard. Nicely done.
River tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T11##SUB2#
River looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Flenderson passes into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Flenderson (10) vs (2) River
What's River going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
Flenderson working away.
River gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
River trying to control from the bottom.
#T12#
River is trying to get back to full guard.
River is trying to maintain the position but Flenderson is very close to passing his half guard.
Flenderson controlling the action here.#SUB2#
River is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Flenderson pulls his head out easily. #T13##SUB2#
River looking for submissions off his back.
River desperately trying to maintain half guard.
River tries to roll over but Flenderson keeps him under control.
Flenderson is thwarting River's attempts to control the position.#T14#
River is trying to get back to full guard.
River works his way to full guard. Good work.
River trying to keep a closed guard but Flenderson is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB2#
River has his foot on Flenderson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Flenderson works his way back into a safe position though.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
River throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
River not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
And that's the end of the fight!
Flenderson takes the fight on points by 10 to 2. |
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Event:
SSG 233 McCain vs Finn
Date: Nov 26, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Bernhard River! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Tokyo, with a TWGC record of 7 wins and 4 losses; Mike Hunt!
The judges for this bout are Alan Glass, George Francis and Gwen Towbar.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Hunt fails with the takedown.
Hunt fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD#
River gets a takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: River (2) vs (0) Hunt
Hunt tries to get to full guard but River has control of the leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hunt keeps trying to improve his position.
River has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
River wants to lay and pray for a moment but Hunt keeps working. #T1#
Hunt wants to control but River is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Hunt is defending against the submission attempts here by River.
River is pressing down on Hunt's thigh, looking to free his foot. Hunt is holding on for now.
Hunt is holding on to half guard well.#T2##SUB#
River has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Hunt defend it? River steps over the head and cranks it - Hunt is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for River!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:07 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bernhard River!
Bernhard River 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:
SSG 222 Cahute vs Philbert
Date: Oct 29, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Bernhard River! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 10 losses; Shane Goble!
The judges for this bout are Gwen Towbar, Chris Downing and Cecil Peabody.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Goble shoots for a takedown but River saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Goble shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has River pinned against the cage. River gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Goble.
Bernhard River has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Shane Goble.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Goble. #TD#
River fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Goble sprawls well initially but River persists and gets the takedown into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: River (2) vs (0) Goble
River trying to control from half guard but Goble is working away.
Goble 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.
River tries to pass to full mount but Goble defends 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.
River trying to control the pace. #T1##SUB#
River is trying to work for a kimura but Goble is defending well.
River is stalling here. Goble is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! River seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Goble has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: River (2) vs (4) Goble
River tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Goble working away.#T2#
River is looking to regain half guard here but Goble keeps moving and retains side control.
Goble controls the position.
Goble wants to lay and pray for a moment but River keeps working.
You can see the frustration on River's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Goble takes a little break here. River wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
River manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (4) vs (4) Goble
River has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.#T3#
River trying to mount his opponent but Goble defends it.
Goble works his way to full guard. Good work.
River stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Goble swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
River drops back looking for a leg! Goble is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Goble manages to kick River off! River jumps back into Goble's guard. #T4#
Goble 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: River (4) vs (6) Goble
Goble is stalling here. River is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Goble seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and River has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: River (8) vs (6) Goble
River is looking to take a break and control but Goble is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
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. #T5#
Goble is not content to let River control the position.
Goble is letting River control him for a moment.
Goble is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
River wants to lay and pray for a moment but Goble keeps working. #SUB#
River tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T6#
River laying and praying for a moment but Goble takes advantage and regains half guard. #SUB#
River is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
River is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Goble is pressing down on River's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.#T7#
River not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
River trying to move into half guard but instead Goble has managed to sweep! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (8) vs (8) Goble
River trying to control the position.
#SUB#
River working for a triangle but Goble defends it easily.
Goble wants to control from the top but River keeps moving. #T8#
River working a defensive guard here.
Goble content to stall in guard here.
River working a defensive guard but Goble passes into half guard.
#T9#
Goble is trying to control. River wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
River looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
River is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Goble pulls his head out easily.
River is looking to control Goble's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can River avoid being mounted?
River moves into full guard.
Goble pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. River is keeping the position for now. #T10#
Goble showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB#
River is looking for a triangle here but Goble uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: River (8) vs (11) Goble#SUB2#
Goble is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. River knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Goble in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T11#
Goble wants to control but River is keeping him busy. #T12#
River struggling a bit here.
River is trying to improve his position.
River wants to control but Goble postures up.
Goble in side control, just content to control the action for now. #T13#
River manages to work his way to half guard, despite Goble's best efforts.#SUB#
River looking for submissions off his back.
River is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
River wants to control but Goble passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: River (8) vs (14) Goble#T14#
River struggling a bit here.
River is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Goble's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
River wants to improve his position but Goble is controlling well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
River wants to control but Goble passes into side.
Score +3 for passing guard: River (8) vs (17) Goble
River is trying to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
Goble wins on points by 17 to 8.
During a confident post fight interview, Shane Goble thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 211 Orion vs Tosanesti
Date: Oct 08, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Montreal, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 1 losses; Toyotomi Ieyasu! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Bernhard River!
The judges for this bout are Steve Montenegro, Lou da Vinci and Franklyn Lucas.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
River fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Ieyasu wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Ieyasu with a lazy takedown attempt #TD2#
and River decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Ieyasu's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Ieyasu (0) vs (2) River
River must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Ieyasu is trying to control the position but River postures up.
River looking to pass the guard. #SUB#
Ieyasu is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
We've been hearing good reports from Ieyasu'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.
Ieyasu is trying to keep River in close.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ieyasu working a defensive guard but River manages to pass into side control anyway.
Score +3 for passing guard: Ieyasu (0) vs (5) River
Ieyasu tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but River wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T1#
Ieyasu is trying to control River's posture but River avoids it. #SUB2#
River swings around for an armbar but Ieyasu sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into River's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ieyasu (2) vs (5) River
Ieyasu wants to control from the top but River keeps moving.
River looking to hit a scissor sweep but Ieyasu is one step ahead there.
Ieyasu looking to pass the guard. #T2##SUB2#
River looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ieyasu advances to half guard.
River wants to get back to full guard.
Ieyasu is looking for the mount but instead finds himself back in full guard.
River has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Rivers Edge Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
River keeping moving, preventing Ieyasu from controlling successfully.
Ieyasu pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. River is keeping the position for now. #SUB2#
River is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Ieyasu forces his way into half guard.#T3#
River trying to control but Ieyasu postures up.
#SUB2#
River is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ieyasu pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Ieyasu seems to be working for a kimura but River defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Ieyasu is sneakily working for an arm triangle but River sees it coming and defends easily.
Ieyasu is looking to take a break and control but River is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
River won't allow Ieyasu to pass to mount.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T4##SUB#
Ieyasu is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
River has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Ieyasu is working away from the top position though.#SUB2#
River looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Ieyasu is looking to take a break and control but River is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
River keeping control of the leg, stopping his opponent passing to mount.
River trying to hold on to Ieyasu's head to control him but Ieyasu postures up.
#T5##SUB#
Ieyasu is trying to work for a kimura but River is defending well.
#SUB2#
River is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Ieyasu pulls his head out easily.
River keeping control of the position.
Ieyasu wants to control but River is keeping him busy. #SUB#
Ieyasu is sneakily working for an arm triangle but River sees it coming and defends easily.#T6#
Ieyasu tries to pass the half guard into mount. River knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB2#
River looking for subs from the bottom but Ieyasu mounts him! Score +3 for passing guard: Ieyasu (5) vs (5) River
Ieyasu is trying to control here but River has managed to regain half guard.
#SUB2#
River looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Ieyasu keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
River wants to improve his position but Ieyasu is controlling well.
#T7#
Ieyasu is thwarting River's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Ieyasu is sneakily working for an arm triangle but River sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
River is defending against the submission attempts here by Ieyasu.
#SUB#
River is defending against the submission attempts here by Ieyasu.
Ieyasu is thwarting River's attempts to control the position.#T8#
River is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Ieyasu 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.
#SUB#
Ieyasu is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so River is just riding it out for now. Ieyasu eventually gives up the hold.
Ieyasu tries to pass the half guard into mount. River knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T9#
River is doing well to avoid being mounted. He's controlling the position at the moment.#SUB#
Ieyasu wants to work for an arm triangle but River is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
River is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
River is not content to let Ieyasu control the position.#T10##SUB2#
River looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
River is looking to improve his position.
#SUB#
Ieyasu wants to work for an arm triangle but River is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Ieyasu trying to mount his opponent but River defends it.
Ieyasu works his way into full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Ieyasu (8) vs (5) River
Ieyasu prevents River from getting the reversal.#T11#
River regains half guard.#SUB#
Ieyasu is working for a kimura but River is defending it quite comfortably.
Ieyasu perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
River moves into full guard.
Ieyasu wants to pass the guard but River is keeping the position.#T12#
Ieyasu passes River's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
River looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Ieyasu is working for a kimura but River is defending it quite comfortably.
River moves into full guard.
River keeping moving, preventing Ieyasu from controlling successfully. #T13#
Ieyasu trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Ieyasu looking to sit in guard and control but River gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Ieyasu (8) vs (7) River
River trying to control but Ieyasu is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Ieyasu escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. River gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Ieyasu working a defensive guard here.
#T14#
River content to stall in guard here.
Ieyasu keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully.
Ieyasu is trying to control the position but River postures up.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Ieyasu keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully.
And that's the end of the fight!
Ieyasu takes the fight on points by 8 to 7.
Toyotomi Ieyasu 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:
SSG 196 Majere vs Zulu
Date: Sep 10, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Bernhard River! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 4 losses; Phol Boxaaja!
The judges for this bout are Matheus Silva, Seu Braga and Felipe Paraventi.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
River stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and River wants it to stay on the feet.
Boxaaja dives in and grabs River's left leg, looking for a takedown. River pushes down on Boxaaja's head and hops out.#TD#
River closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Boxaaja to the mat! Boxaaja manages to get full guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: River (2) vs (0) Boxaaja
Boxaaja keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully.
River 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#
Boxaaja working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. River doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. River manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Boxaaja looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! River has picked Boxaaja up and slammed him! Boxaaja can't keep hold of the triangle and River manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: River (5) vs (0) Boxaaja
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Boxaaja is looking for a sweep.#T1##SUB#
River is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Boxaaja has escaped the position, nice work there.
Boxaaja tries to buck River off but River is having none of it.
River wants to control but Boxaaja is keeping him busy.
Boxaaja tries to buck River off but River is having none of it.#SUB#
River wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Boxaaja, who protects the arm well.
River happy to just control the position for now. #T2#
Boxaaja is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked River off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: River (5) vs (4) Boxaaja
Boxaaja avoiding River 's attempts to control his hands. #SUB2#
River preventing the rear naked choke attempt from Boxaaja.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
River is in bad spot here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3#
Boxaaja doesn't have the hooks in and River manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (7) vs (4) Boxaaja
Boxaaja looking to control.
River stopping the sweep attempt from Boxaaja.
Boxaaja not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Boxaaja is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4##SUB2#
Boxaaja working for a triangle but River defends it easily.
Boxaaja manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. River manages to get himself to full guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (7) vs (6) Boxaaja
Boxaaja wants to control from the top but River keeps moving.
Boxaaja might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control River haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
River pushes a forearm under Boxaaja's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Boxaaja is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bernhard River!
Bernhard River decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
SSG 189 Makaro vs Dukat
Date: Aug 20, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Bernhard River! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 10 wins and 28 losses; Sirus Hughes!
The judges for this bout are William Peck, Gregory Folan and Robert Douchet.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
River pushes Hughes up against the cage in a clinch.#TD#
River manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back.
Hughes trying to control the position from guard on top but River is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
River has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Hughes forces his way into half guard.#SUB2#
Hughes is trying to work for a kimura but River is defending well.
River wants to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Hughes is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Hughes trying to control the pace. #T1##SUB2#
Hughes is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, River has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
River is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hughes pulls his head out easily.
Hughes is trying to control. River wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
River actively working from the bottom here.
River is refusing to be controlled, as Hughes sits in half guard. #T2#
River is holding on to half guard well.
River wants to control but Hughes is keeping busy.
River is pressing down on Hughes's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hughes trying to control the position from guard on top but River is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
River working for a triangle but Hughes defends it easily.
#SUB#
River looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T3#
Hughes trying to control but River is working from the bottom.
Hughes looking to sit in guard and control but River gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (2) vs (0) Hughes
Hughes trying to control the position.
River showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T4#
Hughes looking to control.
River wants to pass the guard but Hughes is keeping the position.
Hughes keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully. #SUB#
River has gone for a leg lock! Hughes slips out almost immediately though and dives into River's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (2) vs (2) Hughes
Hughes wants to control from the top but River keeps moving. #T5#
River 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#
River has his foot on Hughes's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hughes works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB#
River has his foot on Hughes's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Hughes works his way back into a safe position though.
Hughes looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Hughes trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
River is looking for a triangle but Hughes pushes his legs off easily.
Hughes wants to control from the top but River keeps moving. #T6##SUB#
River is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Hughes is aware though and is defending well.
River wants to sweep but no luck.
Hughes stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. River swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Hughes passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: River (2) vs (5) Hughes
River tries to buck Hughes off but Hughes is having none of it.#T7##SUB2#
Hughes is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. River knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
River is trying to get back to half guard.
Hughes working away.#SUB2#
Hughes tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
River is not content to let Hughes control the position. #T8#
River manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu! Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (4) vs (5) Hughes
Hughes trying to hold on to River's head to control him but River postures up.
Hughes gets back to full guard.
#T9#
River controls from within his opponent's guard.
River is looking to advance position but Hughes has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: River (4) vs (9) Hughes
River is squirming around, avoiding Hughes's attempts to control the action.
River keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Hughes wants to take River's back but he can't do it this time. #T10#
River is squirming around, avoiding Hughes's attempts to control the action.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
River is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Hughes is trying to take his opponent's back.
Hughes wants to control but instead River manages to regain half guard.
Hughes wants to control but River is keeping him busy. #SUB#
River is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Hughes pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
River looking for submissions off his back.#T11#
Hughes wants to control but River is keeping him busy.
River manages to get to full guard.
#SUB#
River looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
River keeping moving, preventing Hughes from controlling successfully. #T12##SUB#
River working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Hughes doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Hughes manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Hughes trying to control the position from guard on top but River is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
River is looking for a triangle but Hughes pushes his legs off easily.
Hughes is stalling in the full guard.
River trying to keep a closed guard but Hughes is proving a slippery customer.
#T13#
Hughes trying to control the position from guard on top but River is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Hughes stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. River swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
River had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Hughes defends it easily.
Hughes trying to control the position from guard on top but River is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
River is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#T14##SUB#
River is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
River lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (6) vs (9) Hughes
River passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: River (9) vs (9) Hughes
Hughes regains half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Hughes moves into full guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and River gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
River takes the fight on points by 10 to 9.
During a confident post fight interview, Bernhard River thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SSG 182 Beat The Man 7
Date: Aug 06, 2023 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Bernhard River! And in the blue corner, fighting out of New York, with a TWGC record of 9 wins and 7 losses; Shane Goble!
The judges for this bout are Bruno Lombardi, John Kavanagh and Lou da Vinci.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Goble tries to clinch up but River circles away and keeps his distance.
Goble tries to grapple but his opponent circles #TD#
and River counters with a nice double leg into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: River (2) vs (0) Goble#SUB#
River seems to be working for a kimura but Goble defends the submission attempt.
River is thwarting Goble's attempts to control the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Goble is not content to let River control the position.
Goble felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.#SUB#
River is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Goble is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.#T1#
River works his way into side control. Score +3 for passing guard: River (5) vs (0) Goble
Goble is trying to control River's posture but River avoids it.
What's Goble going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.#SUB#
River tries for a kimura but Goble is defending well. #T2#
River working away.#SUB#
River tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
River tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no River has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #T3#
River trying to control the position but Goble is working away.
Goble is trying to get back to half guard.
River has improved his flexibility recently so we will have to see if he can use that to his advantage.
Goble wants to control but River postures up.#T4##SUB#
River looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Goble wants to control but River postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
River taking a break here but Goble is having none of it and regains half guard. #SUB#
River is looking for a kimura here.
River trying to control from Goble's half guard. Goble has other ideas though and has regained full guard. #T5#
River pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Goble is keeping the position for now.
Goble tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB2#
Goble is looking for a triangle but River pushes his legs off easily.
River trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T6#
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Goble is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
River is really struggling to control Goble but he's trying to hold on to the position.#SUB2#
Goble looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
River sitting in guard here, content to control.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Goble is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Goble is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T7#
River is stalling in the full guard.
Goble controls River momentarily but River frees himself.
River stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Goble swivels though and keeps the full guard.
River might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Goble keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully. #T8##SUB2#
Goble has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. River 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 Goble. Score +3 for passing guard: River (8) vs (0) Goble
Goble is not content to let River control the position.
River controls the position.#T9#
Goble is looking to reverse the position.
Goble trying to remain calm as River controls from the top position.#SUB#
River working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Goble is not content to let River control the position. #SUB#
River is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Goble has escaped the position, nice work there. #T10#
Goble is looking to reverse the position.#SUB#
River swings around for an armbar but Goble sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into River's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: River (8) vs (2) Goble#SUB#
River looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Goble passes into half guard.
River trying to hold on to Goble's head to control him but Goble postures up.
Goble is trying to control. River wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T11##SUB#
River looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Goble frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: River (8) vs (5) Goble
River tries to hold on but Goble pushes him away.
River is trying to reverse the position but instead Goble has taken his back - oops! Score +3 for taking back: River (8) vs (8) Goble
A bit of a pause in the action here. Goble controlling the positon.
Goble not allowing River to control his hands. #T12#
River is trying to break free.
Goble avoiding River 's attempts to control his hands.
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.
Goble avoiding River 's attempts to control his hands. #T13#
Goble controlling from the back.
River tries to roll but Goble sticks to his back.
River is working hard here to advance position.
Goble really has the hooks in deep now - there seems like no escape for River.
River rolls, trying to escape but Goble keeps control of the position.
#T14#
Goble not allowing River to control his hands.
River tries to break free.
Goble 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.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Goble is staying calm and holding on to the back position, whilst working on a rear naked choke. River is defending well though. Goble let's go of the attempt for now.
River is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
And that's the end of the fight!
As we have tied on points, we go to a tie breaker and River gets a bonus point for attempting more subs.
River takes the fight on points by 9 to 8.
During a confident post fight interview, Bernhard River thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
C131: Brown vs. Mumu
Date: Sep 24, 2022 |
#R1##KD#
Mercer drops River with a beautiful combination! River stares up at his opponent, who ushers him back to his feet - Mercer is looking for the KO!
River misses the shot to the body.
Mercer ducks right into an uppercut from River.
Mercer doesn't manage to clinch there - River circles away.
Mercer misses with a head kick.
Mercer misses with a looping left.
Mercer moves out of range of the body kick from River.
Mercer swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Mercer tries a head kick but it misses.
River swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Mercer on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by River. River obviously looking to wear him down.
Bernhard River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
An inside leg kick from Mercer misses.
River uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
River ducks under a wild hook from Mercer.
Mercer ducks right into an uppercut from River.
Mercer throws a right and a left that both miss.
River's corner calls for a 1-2. River obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Mercer checks a leg kick nicely.#CL#
Mercer rushes River and presses him up against the cage.
River tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Mercer's elbow.
River digs a right hand underneath Mercer's ribcage. Mercer let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Mercer misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#T1#
River lands with a short shot to the head.
River misses with a short punch on the inside.
Mercer tries a body shot but River blocks it.
River working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Mercer misses with a body punch.
Mercer goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
River tries to throw a body punch but Mercer avoids it by throwing River back against the cage.
Mercer doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Mercer misses with a body punch.
Mercer goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
River tries to pull guard but Mercer holds him up against the cage and eventually River drops back down to his feet.
River lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Mercer blocks an uppercut.
Mercer throws a punch but it's blocked by River.
River misses with some punches.
River tries a body shot but Mercer blocks it.
A nice left hand lands by River.
#TD2#
River gets a trip takedown into half 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!
River prevents Mercer from standing back up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T2#
River throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
River wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mercer keeps working.
River throwing shots but Mercer is blocking nicely.
Mercer trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
River is working for a kimura but Mercer is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
River seems to be trying to get a kimura but instead Mercer has recovered full guard.
Mercer looking for a sweep. Not yet Mercer, not yet. #T3#
Mercer is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
River trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
River wants to control from the top but Mercer keeps moving.
River stops Mercer from standing up.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
River smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Mercer on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
River takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Mercer connects with a right hand. River shakes it off.
Nice straight punches there by River. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of River.
River scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Mercer swinging wildly here.
#T4#
River tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Mercer paws at him with a jab and circles away.
The fight stays on the outside here - Mercer looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
River connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
River swings for the body but Mercer moves out of range.
It looked like Mercer wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River blocks a head kick by Mercer.
River misses with a series of wild punches.
Bobby Mercer is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
River connects with the punch.
Mercer closes the distance looking to clinch
and River counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mercer takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Mercer throws a good cross that connects.
#CL2#
River gets a clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Mercer has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Mercer there as he acknowledges the shot.
River thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Mercer if he has to take too many more of those.
River has a takedown stuffed.
Mercer throws a hook to the side of River's head but River sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Mercer scores with a nice strike.
Mercer takes a swing at River's ribcage but misses.
River avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Mercer throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Mercer is looking to clinch.
Mercer fails with an attempt to clinch.
Mercer fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mercer swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
River lands an overhand right.
River is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
River avoids the head kick by Mercer.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River is looking to clinch but Mercer is avoiding it.
Mercer ducks right into an uppercut from River. #T1#
Mercer gets cracked there but stands up to it.
Bernhard River seems to be getting the better of the standup.
River fails with the takedown
and Mercer counters with a one-two to the body.
Mercer with a body punch. A glancing blow.
River lands a jab to the nose.
River blocks a head kick by Mercer.
#CL2#
River clinches with his opponent.
#TD2#
River pulls guard effortlessly.
Mercer not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up. #SUB2#
River escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Mercer gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Mercer controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Mercer has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
River working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Mercer doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Mercer manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
River trying to keep a closed guard but Mercer is proving a slippery customer.
#T2##SU#
Mercer stands up from guard. Let's bang!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Mercer throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A nice inside leg kick there by Mercer. That's going to slow River down.
River comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
River scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Mercer does a little dance to reset his feet.
Mercer looks to land a combination but River avoids it well.
River with the inside leg kick.
River avoids the head kick by Mercer.
A low kick lands for River.
Mercer throws a right hand that River ducks under and follows up with a left that River also avoids with ease.
River now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Some wild striking there from Mercer.
The step up in weight doesn't seem to be a problem for River. He's performing admirably here against the bigger man.#T3#
River slips a jab from Mercer.
River takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
River fails in his attempt to clinch.
Mercer swings for the body but River moves out of range.
Mercer throws a lazy right hand but River sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
River scores with a shot to the body.
River clobbers Mercer with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Mercer takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.#CUT2#It looks like Bobby Mercer has been cut.
A low kick lands for River.
Mercer lands with a shot to the body.
River lands a nice leg kick that just misses Mercer's sensitive parts.
Mercer swats away the attempt to clinch by River.
River lands with a shot to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
River with the inside leg kick.
A head kick misses from Mercer. #T4#
River tries to clinch there but Mercer circles away.
Mercer throws a half hearted mid kick.
River punishes Mercer's body with a nice straight punch.#TD2#
Mercer gets taken down but at least he's managed to land in guard.
River lands a couple of decent looking shots.
River pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Mercer is keeping the position for now.
River loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Mercer looking to hit a scissor sweep but River is one step ahead there.
River throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Mercer works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Bobby Mercer's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. Let's get this one finished - here comes the final round!#R3#
Mercer misses with a looping left.#CL#
Mercer has closed the distance and engaged River in a clinch.
Mercer misses with the head strike.
River changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Mercer fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Bobby Mercer is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Mercer fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with River, pushing him back against the cage.
Mercer avoiding damage as River throws knees to the body.
Mercer can't find room to land a body shot as River controls the action.
River has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Mercer avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
River tries a body shot but Mercer blocks it.
River's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
River struggles to land a body shot inside as Mercer controls his hands.
Mercer lands a left hand that snaps the head of River backwards.
Mercer lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of River backwards.
River goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#BC2#
River breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T1#
Mercer with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
Mercer scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Mercer is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Mercer looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Mercer tries to close the distance and clinch but River swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River keeps the fight on the outside.
River tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Mercer paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Mercer clobbers River with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
River slips under a jab.
River looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Mercer is fending him off so far but River persists. Nope, Mercer circles away and we're back to standing.
Bobby Mercer has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bernhard River.
Mercer throws a head kick that misses.
River avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
River fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Mercer.
Jab from River.
River uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
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!
Mercer throws the left hand but River avoids the punch easily.
River appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
A good leg kick by River.
Mercer looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.#T2#
Mercer moves out of range of the strikes.#CL2#
River takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
River breaks the clinch.
Mercer uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by River.
Mercer was looking to counter that last move with a shot to the body but he didn't commit.
River thumps Mercer with a low kick.
River swings away with a body shot that misses
and Mercer counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Mercer blocks a jab.#CL#
Mercer moves into the clinch.
River lands with a left to the head.
Mercer blocking some punches.
Mercer prevents a body shot from River.
River lands a body punch in the clinch.
Mercer tries to work over River's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Mercer works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
River is leaning against Mercer and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Mercer lands a right hand that snaps the head of River backwards. #T3#
River misses with a body punch.
Mercer misses with a body punch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Mercer.
River lands an elbow inside. #BC2#
River's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Mercer digs a good hook to River's body.
River throws a right and a left that both miss.
Mercer looks to land a left hand but River moved out of range nicely.
Mercer misses with a straight right.
Mercer throws a combination that misses
and River counters with a left to the body.
River avoids the head kick by Mercer.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
River with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Mercer takes a swing at River's ribcage but misses.
River tries to clinch but Mercer moves out of range.
Mercer's corner calls for a 1-2. Mercer obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
Mercer takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
River showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from Mercer.
River blocks a head kick by Mercer.
River replies with a solid counter kick to the body but Mercer blocks it well.
Jab, jab by River - just one landing. #TD2#
Mercer gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows River to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Mercer has momentary wrist control but River slips an elbow through the middle.
River trying to control but Mercer is working from the bottom.
Bobby Mercer has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bernhard River has got the better of the ground game so far.
Mercer wants to sweep but no luck.
River has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
River trying to control but Mercer is working from the bottom.
River scoring with some ground and pound.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Bernhard River.
Well River has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Taro Takaoka scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ren Mimura scores the fight 27:30
Judge Shirou Masuda scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bernhard River!
Bernhard River decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
The defeated Bobby Mercer had this to say: 'I can't keep losing like this. But at least I look good in my Bondi MMA shorts. High quality Brazilian material that feels so damn comfortable & will definitely get you laid. '. |
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Event:
C127: Moore vs. Tai Kung
Date: Sep 10, 2022 |
#R1#
Time checks a low kick from River.
River throws a nice looking combination but Time bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
River moves away from the strike by Time.
River dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from River - that will leave a mark!
River misses with a kick to the body.
Jab, jab by River - just one landing.
A clash of legs there as River blocks the low kick.
Time lands with an uppercut that bounces River off the cage and back into range.
River misses with a wild body shot.
River throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Time sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Bernhard River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
River scores with a shot to the body.
River tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and Time counters with a two punch combo.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Time feints and then cracks River's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow River down.
River connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe. #T1#
Time takes one on the button.
River just misses with a punch to the body.
My Time is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Time looks to score with a jab to the body but River is just out of range.#CL#
River drives through and clinches with Time against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by River.
River tries to work over Time's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
River is trying to stall.
River scores with a nice hook to the head.
A shot in the inside from River.
River misses with the head strike.
#TD#
River manages to pull guard.
Time is looking to stand up but River won't let him.
River is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Time sitting in guard here, content to control. #SU2#
Time stands up from guard. Let's bang! #T2#
River tries to clinch but Time is having none of it.
River scores with a decent looking hook.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
River connects with a body shot.
River scores with a hook to the body. Time takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Time is moving around nicely and scores here with a single head shot.
River wants to clinch.
Time dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on River. That did some damage!
Time throws a body shot but no joy.
Time tries a head kick but it misses.
#TD#
River closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Time tries to kick River off but River keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#T3##ES2#
Time manages to escape and get back to his feet!
Time throws a wild body kick that River sees coming a mile off.
As Time backs away, River returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Time misses with a kick to the body.
Time takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
River scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Time.
River shoots in but Time avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Time staying out of range there.
Time misses with a hook
letting River counter with a right hand.
Time takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
River with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
River throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Time misses with a leg kick
and River counters with a stiff right hand.
Time swats away the attempt to clinch by River.
Time throws out a counter right but River avoids it with no problem.#T4#
River throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
River avoids the body shot from Time.
River misses the body punch
and Time counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Nice defenses there by Time.
River takes a swing at Time's ribcage but misses.
Time uses good head movement to avoid the hook from River.
River lands a jab to the head.
Time throws a front kick aimed at River's knee but River avoids it well.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Time moves away.
River fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Time has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Time thumps River with a low kick.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Time scores with a jab to the jaw.
River throws a looping overhand right but Time ducks down to avoid it.
Time swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
River scores with a kick to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
Time scores with a nice right hand.
River takes a jab right on the kisser.
River throws a hook but Time blocks it.
River blocks a head kick by Time.
Time has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
The fight stays on the outside here - River looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Time moves forwards but River connects with a nice, crisp jab.
River misses with a low kick as Time jumps back.
River lands with a thumping leg kick.
River throws a looping overhand right but Time ducks down to avoid it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A chopping leg kick lands by River.
Time stuffs the takedown.
Time throws a head kick that misses.
Time looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
River throws a body kick but he wasn't in range.#T1#
Time takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
River throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
River thuds a mid kick into his opponent's body. That will wear on Time if he has to take too many more of those.
#CL#
River closes the distance and clinches.
River misses with a shot to the kidneys.
River blocks a body shot from Time.
Time lands a nice uppercut.
River presses Time against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
River is trying to maintain a safe position but Time gets an underhook and turns River into the cage.
River pushes Time back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
River goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
River blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short uppercut from Time.
Time lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt River or not.
Time avoids a wild elbow strike from River.
River is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Time can do to turn this around?
River misses with a body punch.
Time can't find room to land a body shot as River controls the action.
River tries to throw a body punch but Time avoids it by throwing River back against the cage. #BC2#
Time escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T2#
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Time is just out of range.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A chopping leg kick lands by Time.
River shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has Time pinned against the cage. Time gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
River turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
River feints and then cracks Time's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Time down.
River tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Time paws at him with a jab and circles away.
A jab from River finds it's way through Time's defenses.
River lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Time blocks the body kick.
Time lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but River circles away quickly and effectively.
A jab from Time misses.
River tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Time paws at him with a jab and circles away.#T3#
River looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
A jab from Time misses.
The fighters circling - Time throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
River scores with a push kick.
Time throws a low kick but River avoids it.
Time connects with an inside leg kick.
Time on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by River. River obviously looking to wear him down.
Bernhard River is winning the standup battle so far.
A slow jab from River misses its intended target.
River lands with a hook. Time tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Time scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
Time's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Time throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
River goes for a double leg but Time avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Time continues to drive forward.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernhard River. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Time lands a hook to the side of the head.
River keeps the fight in the clinch, despite Time's efforts to push away.
River blocks a punch to the side of the head.
#T4#
Time lands on the inside with an uppercut.
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!
Time takes a shot to the head.
Time misses with some punches.
#BC2#
Time breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
River is looking to land body kicks.
Time throws a right hand that River ducks under and follows up with a left that River also avoids with ease.
Time swings widly with a right hand
and River cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
River will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
River swings away with a leg kick that misses.
River tries to work over Time's front leg with a kick but Time checks it.
River checks a leg kick.
Nice straight punches there by Time. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Time.#CL#
River has managed to clinch.
River tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Time swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A short right from River on the inside.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Bernhard River will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. So, we enter the final round. Let's see if either fighter can bring us a finish, or whether we're going to the judges scorecards.#R3#
Time pulls out of a head kick attempt.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting River here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
River moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
River chopping away at his opponent's legs.
River ducks under a wild hook from Time.
Time takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
River shoots in looking for a takedown but Time manages to keep the fight standing, pushing River's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Time scores with the left hand. River knows he should have avoided that one.
Time misses with a low kick.
River misses with a right hand
and Time counters with a lovely straight right hand!
River just misses with a punch to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River closes the distance and clinches up with Time, looking for a takedown. River pushes Time against the cage but Time circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
It seemed like Time was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
River takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.#ROC2#River is rocked!
Time throws an uppercut from half a mile away. River sees it coming and avoids it easily.
A little feinted left hand from River on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
Time throws out a powerful jab.
Oh River is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Time cracks River on the jaw with a powerful right hand and River falls backwards against the cage. Time follows up with more strikes that drop River to his knees. Time keeps the pressure on and the referee jumps in to save River! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). My Time!
In his post fight interview, My Time started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception. |
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Event:
C122: Moore vs. Road
Date: Aug 21, 2022 |
#R1#
River misses with a looping left.
River misses with an uppercut.
River moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
River throws a looping overhand right but McKraken ducks down to avoid it.
River works the jab nicely.
River waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract McKraken.
McKraken half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
River looks to land a right hand but McKraken moved out of range.
McKraken feinted with a counter takedown.
River stuffs the takedown attempt from McKraken. McKraken gets slowly back to his feet.
River scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
McKraken ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from McKraken is defended easily by River.
River throws out a counter right but McKraken avoids it with no problem.#T1#
River misses with a body shot.
River scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
River uses good head movement to avoid the hook from McKraken.
River throws a low kick but McKraken avoids it.
McKraken swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
#TD#
McKraken drives through with a takedown into River's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.#SUB2#
McKraken avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
River keeping moving, preventing McKraken from controlling successfully.
River tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2##SUB2#
River had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. McKraken defends it easily.
River controls McKraken momentarily but McKraken frees himself.
McKraken passes River's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
River is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
River taking some punishment here, with McKraken in his half guard. #SUB#
McKraken seems to be working for a kimura but River defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
McKraken seems like he's working for an arm triangle here. He's freed his trapped foot and he's rotating nicely. River is in big trouble! He's tapping out! This one is aaaaaaaaaaaall over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Gemechu McKraken!
A very excited looking Gemechu McKraken 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:
C119: Kahn vs. Blazej
Date: Aug 07, 2022 |
#R1#
Nice takedown defense from Point. No joy for River on that attempt.
Point looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
River with a jab.
River fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Point manages to avoid it.
Point lands with a straight right. River didn't see that one coming.
Point lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.#CL2#
River instigates a clinch.
Point lands a short shot on the inside that snaps the head of River backwards.
A shot in the inside from Point.
A nice right hand lands inside from River.
River tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Point's elbow.
River tries to throw a body punch but Point avoids it by throwing River back against the cage.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for River.
River misses with a short punch on the inside.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Point blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Point trying to stall but River improves his position.
River doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Point with the Thai clinch, lands a knee to the head.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
Point blocking some punches.
#T1#
River struggles to land a body shot inside as Point controls his hands.
Point swings wildly with an uppercut but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
Point tries to throw a body punch but River avoids it by throwing Point back against the cage.
River tries to throw a body punch but Point avoids it by throwing River back against the cage.
Point working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Point throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but River blocks it with crossed arms.
The pace slowing considerably in the clinch, as River takes a break from that fighting nonsense to think about the finer things in life.
Point tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and River avoids it.
A knee to the head by Point.
Point throws a knee to the head but misses.
River misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Point swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Point tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
River tries to work over Point's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
River takes a shot to the head.
Point being controlled against the cage.
Point lands a left hand that snaps the head of River backwards. #T2#
River avoiding damage.
River lands a body punch.
A short right from River on the inside.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
River misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Point lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
A short uppercut from River.
River tries a body shot but Point blocks it.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for River.
River throws a head punch that misses.
Point is trying to wear down his opponent with knees to the body.
River misses with a punch to the body.
Point tries a body shot but River blocks it.
Point working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
River misses with a hook from the clinch.
Point wants to stall.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Point. #T3#
Point using the Thai plumb to throw knees but River has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
River being controlled against the cage.
Point lands on the inside with an uppercut. #TD2#
River pulls Point into guard.
#SUB2#
River is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Point pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. River is keeping the position for now.
River keeping moving, preventing Point from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Point got a little sloppy there for a moment and River has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Point has managed to get both his arms back between River's legs - danger averted.#T4#
Point trying to control the position from guard on top but River is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Point wants to stand but River is controlling his posture from full guard.
Point trying to control but River is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
River has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Point 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 River.#SUB#
Point looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Brayden Point dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.#R2#
Point throws a jab when River was well out of range.
River is trying to counter with his kicks.
A chopping leg kick lands by River.
River pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Point throws a shot from downtown. River moves away and avoids it.
A solid body kick from River.
River throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.
River connects with a right hand. Point shakes it off.
River turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.#CL#
Point has managed to clinch.
River tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
River lands a nice shot to the body.
River's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
River is leaning against Point and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Brayden Point has scored more points in the clinch so far.
River lands with a light punch inside.
River jumps guard but Point turns him against the cage and keeps the fight standing.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A head punch blocked on the inside by Point. #T1#
River's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
River tries a body shot but Point blocks it.
Point stalling.
Point lands an uppercut.
Point tries to pull guard but River forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
River throws a head punch that misses.
Point jumps guard but River stands there with Point around his waist. Point gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
River misses with a punch to the body.
River working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Point dodges an elbow strike from River.
Point throws a vicious knee straight up the middle but River blocks it with crossed arms.
Point throws a punch but it's blocked by River.
Point is trying to pull guard but River has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Brayden Point. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Point fails to pull the fight into his guard.
River goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
River pressing his opponent against the cage.
Point trying to land knees to the body.
#T2#
Point is stalling here.
River tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Point is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables River to keep the fight standing.
River scores with a nice hook to the head.
Point misses with a knee to the head.
Point is looking to control River's arms but River gets an underhook and turns him. Now Point has his back to the cage.
Point taking a breather.
Maybe Point would be better served going for some more strikes rather than trying to control so much.
River tries a body shot but Point blocks it.
Point lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
River misses with a body punch.
Point is defending well against a takedown attempt.
Point tries to pull guard but River holds him up against the cage and eventually Point drops back down to his feet.
River goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Point with the Thai clinch. He's looking to land a big knee but he's not managed it this time.
River lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Point or not. #T3#
River working aggressively here.
Point blocks an uppercut.
River misses with a hook to the ribs.
Still in the clinch, River scores with a nice short uppercut.
Point trying to land knees to the body.
River tries to throw a body punch but Point avoids it by throwing River back against the cage.
Point makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
River is trying to maintain a safe position but Point gets an underhook and turns River into the cage.
Point tries to work over River's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
River throws a punch but it's blocked by Point.
Point scores with a shot to the side of River's head.
River goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
River swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Point swings away with an uppercut that misses.
River struggles to land a body shot inside as Point controls his hands.
A right hand to the body from Point.
Point tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. River smiles and moves away.
A shot to the liver by Point. Beautiful body shot.#T4#
Point ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
A punch lands to the side of Point 's head but he takes it in his stride.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
River throws a lazy right hand but Point sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
River lands with a nice combination. Point backs away looking to recover.
Point takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
River connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed Point momentarily.
Point doesn't manage to clinch there - River circles away.
Point cracks River with an open hand slap.
Point wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
River fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Point has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
River throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Bernhard River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Point throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
River tries to work over Point's front leg with a kick but Point checks it.
River lands with a shot to the body.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
Point moves out of range of the body kick from River.
River lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Point takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
River keeps the fight on the outside.
Nice takedown defense from Point. No joy for River on that attempt.
River throws a head kick that Point semi-blocks.
River misses with a takedown attempt
and Point counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
River throws the left hand but Point avoids the punch easily.
River fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Point looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
River moves out of range of the strikes.
River pivots, looking for a leg kick but Point is out of range and River settles back down.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Point misses with a hook.
Point swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by River.
River ducks under a wild hook from Point.
Point fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. River looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head kick misses from River.
Point appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#T1#
Point on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Point uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by River.
River scores with a nice body kick.
Point tries to clinch up.
Point fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
Point blocks a head kick by River.
#CL2#
River gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Point is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Point missing with knees to the body.
River misses with a punch to the body.
With the two fighters working up against the cage, River just misses with a elbow thrown towards Point's brow.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from River.
Point lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of River backwards.
Point managing to block the knees to the body from River.
Point connects with a knee to the head.
#TD#
Point manages to pull guard. Let's see whether he can land a sub off his back. #T2#
Point working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Point is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. River is aware though and is defending well.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Point wants to hit a sweep here but River passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Point there!
River landing strikes from the mount and Point is in trouble!
Point is in all sorts of trouble here.
Point in a bad spot here, taking shots to the head. #T3#
Point is in a horrible position here. River smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Point tries to reverse the position but River maintains control.
River landing punches.
River landing strikes, looking to finish!
Point tries to reverse the position but River maintains control.
BOOM! River connects with a massive shot to the dome!
River tries to control but Point wriggling away.
Point is bucking up trying to escape but River cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#T4#
River postures up and cracks his opponent a couple of times before moving back into close ground control. Point looks a forlorn figure.
Point is trying desperately to improve position.
River can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Point is looking to escape.
Point takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Point tries to hold on but River pushes him away.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bernhard River comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think River has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bernhard River!
Bernhard River thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
C104: Joteel vs. Kilgore
Date: Jun 18, 2022 |
#R1#
Hlervu showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from River.
Hlervu scores with a hook.
Bernhard River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Hlervu scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Hlervu slips under a jab from River.
Hlervu walks into a straight right hand from River.
River with the inside leg kick.
River's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Hlervu connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! River scrambles back to his feet.#CL#
River closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
River can't find room to land a body shot as Hlervu controls the action.
Hlervu scores with a nice hook to the head.
A head punch on the inside from Hlervu fails to land.
Hlervu tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hlervu misses with some punches.
Hlervu doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC#
River escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
River thuds his shin into the meat of Hlervu's side.
Hlervu cracks a nice hook into River's ribs.
River drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.#T1#
Hlervu pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Hlervu fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. River looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
River fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
Braynas Hlervu is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
River stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
River looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Hlervu misses with an uppercut. River saw that one coming.
River bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Hlervu uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Hlervu bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
River avoids the body shot from Hlervu.
#TD#
River scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
River seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Hlervu does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Hlervu is pressing down on River's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
River tries to free his leg and advance position but Hlervu is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Hlervu is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
River stands up over Hlervu, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T2#
River is working Hlervu over from the guard. He should look to pass the guard and do a little more damage with these strikes.
Hlervu tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Hlervu manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. River manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Hlervu passes into half guard.
River is trying to maintain the position but Hlervu is very close to passing his half guard.
River wants to improve his position but Hlervu is controlling well.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Hlervu in particular looking to stall.
Hlervu is keen to just control but River is a slippery customer.#SUB#
River looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T3#
Hlervu passes to side control.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Hlervu trying to control the position but River is working away.
Hlervu takes a little break here. River wants to take advantage but he is being controlled well.
Hlervu tries to advance to mount but River denies him.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
River regains half guard.#SUB#
River looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hlervu wants to take a breather but River is having none of it. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Hlervu is taking a breather. River 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Hlervu is continuing to stall.
River is looking for a sweep. Hlervu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
River has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Hlervu is working away from the top position though.
River tries to get to full guard but Hlervu has control of the leg.
River is refusing to be controlled, as Hlervu sits in half guard.
River wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
River looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Braynas Hlervu will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
River avoids the body shot from Hlervu.
A little feinted left hand from River on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
River scoring well with a low kick there.
Hlervu uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before River has time to react.
River cracks Hlervu with an open hand slap.#TD#
River fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Hlervu sprawls well initially but River persists and gets the takedown into half guard.
River lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
River prevents Hlervu from improving his position.
River is keen to just control but Hlervu is a slippery customer.
Hlervu looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Hlervu trying to control from the bottom.
River keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
River takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.#SUB#
River seems to be looking for submissions.
Hlervu wants to improve his position but River is controlling well.
Hlervu is trying to control but can't.
#T1#
River passes to full mount!
Hlervu really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
River looking to control but Hlervu is working nicely, looking to advance position himself.
Hlervu working to try and regain half guard.
Hlervu tries to hold on but River postures up.
Bernhard River overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Hlervu slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
The fighters are battling for position here. Hlervu manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
River won't allow Hlervu to sweep him here. #T2#
Hlervu not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Hlervu has his hands on River's head, controlling the position.
River works over Hlervu with some ground and pound from guard.
Hlervu wants to sweep but no luck.
Hlervu controls River momentarily but River frees himself.
River preventing the sweep.
River with a flurry of punches that miss.
River stands up over Hlervu, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head. #T3#
River postures up.
Hlervu has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but River has passed into side control.
Hlervu takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
#SUB#
River is trying to get an arm triangle but Hlervu is defending well.
River lands an elbow.
Hlervu is trying to control River's posture but River avoids it.
Hlervu tries to bench press River off him but River keeps the position.
Hlervu takes an elbow right on the bridge of the nose and winces in pain.
River trying to control the action but Hlervu is working from the bottom.
Hlervu tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but River wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #T4#
River in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
Hlervu is looking for a sweep.
It really doesn't seem like the step up in weight is hurting River here at all. He's more than holding his own against the bigger man.
Hlervu struggling a bit here.
Hlervu is looking for a sweep.
River is working Hlervu over with some ground and pound from side control.
Hlervu is looking for a sweep.
Hlervu is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Hlervu has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. River is working away from the top position though.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hlervu keeps control of the position for the meantime.
Hlervu has a hand on River's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. River takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
Hlervu looks to land a left hand but River moved out of range nicely.
River throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
River lets loose with a powerful body kick. Hlervu will feel that in the morning.
Hlervu fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.#TD#
Hlervu tries to sprawl but River drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Hlervu looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Hlervu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
River slips a nice elbow through Hlervu's hands, connecting with Hlervu's forehead.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Hlervu keeping control of the position.
Hlervu trying to control but River postures up.
River working over Hlervu with some ground and pound. Hlervu looks like he wants out of this position, which is understandable.#T1#
River lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Hlervu manages to get to full guard.
River postures up.
River works over Hlervu with some ground and pound from guard.
River preventing the sweep.
Hlervu is trying to control the position but River postures up.
Hlervu looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but River puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
River is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Hlervu can do to turn this around?
Hlervu wants to improve his position but River is controlling well.
River lands with an elbow from half guard - that looked like it hurt. #T2#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. River lands a nice short elbow.
Hlervu tries to roll over but River keeps him under control.
River wants to free his trapped foot but Hlervu is holding on for dear life with his legs.
The fighters are battling for position here. Hlervu manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
River controls from within his opponent's guard.
River stopping the sweep attempt from Hlervu.#T3#
River chips away with some ground and pound.
Hlervu pulls River in close to his closed guard and prevents River from doing any damage or advancing position.
Hlervu controls River momentarily but River frees himself.
River wants to control from the top but Hlervu keeps moving.
River stopping the sweep attempt from Hlervu.#SUB#
River drops back looking for a leg! Hlervu is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Hlervu manages to kick River off! River jumps back into Hlervu's guard.
Hlervu has momentary wrist control but River slips an elbow through the middle.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
River with a flurry of punches that miss.
River cracks Hlervu with a solid left hand.
River won't allow Hlervu to sweep him here.
Hlervu has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but River has passed into side control.
Hlervu taking a bit of punishment here - River scoring with strikes.
River scores with punches from side control.
Hlervu is trying to get back to half guard.
River working away.
River cracks Hlervu with a big elbow.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Hlervu tries to bench press River off him but River keeps the position.
River working away diligently from side control. Landing strikes effectively there - that will score him some points on the judges scorecards.
Hlervu is trying to get back to half guard.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bernhard River showed his dominance in that final round.
I think River 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 Frank Antenori scores the fight 29:28
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 29:28
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bernhard River!
A relieved looking Bernhard River 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 159 | The Rundown
Date: May 18, 2022 |
#R1#
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from River. #CL#
One clinches up with River and pushes him back against the cage.
Our sources have told us that One has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
River lands with a left to the head.
A right handed body shot lands from River.
One with an attempt at a knee that misses.
One scores a nice knee to the body.
River lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
River misses with a punch to the body.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
River misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from One.
One prevents River from breaking the clinch.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The referee is keeping an eye on One - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, River creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
River lands a body punch. #BC2#
River's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
One is looking to clinch. #T1#
River misses with a straight right.
One slips under a jab from River.
One is trying to close the distance and clinch up, after that failed offence from River.
One tries to clinch but River is having none of it.
One moves to clinch but River breaks away
and River counters with a lovely straight right hand!
A chopping leg kick lands by River.
One doesn't manage to clinch there - River circles away.
One fails with an attempt to clinch.
River avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
One moves out of range of the strikes.
One moves out of range as River throws a body kick.
One fails with an attempt to clinch.
One closes the distance looking to clinch
and River counters with a leg kick. #CL#
One closes the distance and pushes River back into the cage.
One tries to land a knee to the head but River blocks with his arms.
One landing knees to the body. They look like they could hurt.
#T2#
One missing with knees to the body.
One tries to land a knee to the head but River blocks with his arms.
River goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
River tries to throw a body punch but One avoids it by throwing River back against the cage.
One tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and River avoids it.
One stalling.
River gets through One's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
River is trying to drag One to the mat but One just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
River tries to work over One's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
River tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
The referee calls for One to work.
River landing knees to the body.
One misses with a knee strike.
One trying to stall but River improves his position.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#T3#
River lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #BC#
One breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
One takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
River lands a nice hook to One's body. One takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
One tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. River manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
One ducks under a wild hook from River.
New Breed One seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
River avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
River misses with a wild body shot.
River takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
One is looking to clinch.
One takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
One is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
One closes the distance looking to clinch
and River counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps One thinking.
River keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T4#
One is looking to clinch but River is avoiding it.
A countering left hand to the body from River misses.
The fight stays on the outside here - One looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
River throws a mid kick that lands with a slap.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
One moves in looking to clinch but River pushes him off.
River fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
River takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
One swings away with a body shot that misses
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
River bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps One's head backwards.
River lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as One backs up against the cage.
One tries to close the distance and clinch but River swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
One is looking to clinch but River is avoiding it.
One tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. River manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
One tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
River scores with a nice one two combo and darts back out of range to avoid anything coming in the opposite direction.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
One is looking to clinch.
One drops his hands momentarily and River takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
River misses with a low kick.
River drops his hands momentarily and One takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
River showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from One.
River was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
River throws a leg kick which misses One's front leg but catches the back leg as One tries to avoid it.
River with a body punch. A glancing blow.
One tries to clinch there but River circles away.
River throws a head kick that looked like it stung.
One takes one on the button.
One throws a left and a right that both miss
and One takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL#
One has River up against the cage in a clinch.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
One tries to land a knee to the head but River blocks with his arms.
A battle for position here, against the cage.#T1#
One looking to throw knees to the head but River is blocking nicely.
River is trying to pull guard but One has him pressed against the cage.
River drops down looking for an ankle pick but One pulls his leg out and moves away.
One fails in his attempt to clinch.
One tries to clinch up.#CL#
One takes the fight into the clinch.
River lands a shot to the body.#BC2#
River pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
River misses with a two punch combination.
One takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
River has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
River lands a leg kick that knocks One off balance momentarily.
River lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
One looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
River now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
One tries to clinch there but River circles away.
River listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.#T2#
River circles away from the clinch attempt
and River counters with a stiff right hand.
One tries to close the distance and clinch up but River swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Bernhard River seems to be getting the better of the standup.
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!
One tries to close the distance and clinch up but River swats him away and circles back towards the center.
One wants to clinch but River slips to the side
and River counters with a two punch combo. #CL#
One takes the fight into the clinch.
Good body shot from River.
One trying to control the position but instead, River has worked for underhooks and has pushed One into the cage.
One misses with a knee to the head.
River blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
River pressing his opponent against the cage.
River softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#T3#
River working One over with knees to the body.
River works on One's body with a couple of short punches.#BC2#
River breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
One tries to clinch up.
One misses with a two punch combination.
River throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck One on the side of the head. #CL#
One darts in and clinches River up against the cage.
One lands a knee to the head.
One tries to land knees in the clinch but River avoids the damage to the body. #BC#
One pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
One tries to clinch
and River counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
River swats away the attempt to clinch by One.
One tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but River paws at him with a jab and circles away.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
River circles away from the clinch attempt
and River counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T4#
One moves in looking to clinch but River pushes him off.
River misses with a body kick.
River swats away the attempt to clinch by One.
River slips under a jab.
River feints a counter leg kick.#CL#
One closes the distance and clinches.
River tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. One just stands there and leans against the cage.
New Breed One has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bernhard River.
One lands a knee to the head there! That was nasty!
#BC2#
River manages to break the clinch.
One lands a head shot.
River digs a good body shot into One's ribs.
A solid leg kick lands there for River.
One tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
One wants to clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
One tries to clinch up but River circles away and keeps his distance.
One tries to clinch up but River circles away and keeps his distance.
One is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.#CL#
River tries to keep at a distance but One has taken the fight into the clinch.
A right hand to the body from River.
One throws a knee to the head but misses.
One blocks a punch to the side of the head.
One is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
One wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but River has him pressed against the cage.
One's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.
River landing knees to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River landing knees to the body.
One working hard to break the clinch.#BC#
One pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
River throws a quick inside leg kick.
One tries to close the distance and clinch but River swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
River swats away the attempt to clinch by One.#T1#
A shot to the liver by River. Beautiful body shot.
River looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
One looks to land a left hand but River moved out of range nicely.
River throws out a counter right but One avoids it with no problem.
River swats away the attempt to clinch by One.
One doesn't manage to clinch there - River circles away.
One closes the distance but River moves to the side
and River counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
The fight stays on the outside here - One looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
The crowd cheers as River lands an impressive looking overhand right. One doesn't seem phased though.
River paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
River circles away from the clinch attempt.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from River! But no joy.#T2#
One jabbing away but nothing is landing.
River flicks out a counter leg kick but One steps away.
One doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
One tries to clinch there but River circles away.
One swings and misses with a hook to the body.
#CL#
One has closed the distance and engaged River in a clinch.
River tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
River looking for a takedown. #TD2#
River has hold of one of One's legs. One is fighting the takedown attempt but River gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
One wants to get back to his feet but River passes into half guard.
River trying to control the action but One is working from the bottom.
River is looking to advance position but One won't allow it.
One makes his way to full guard. A much better position for One.#T3#
One wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and River is now in half guard.
One trying to control here.
River is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB2#
River seems to be working for a kimura but One defends the submission attempt.#ES#
One makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!
One takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
New Breed One has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T4#
One tries to grapple but his opponent circles
and River counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
River lands a nice shot that snaps One's head back.
River scores with a shot to the body.
One swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
One tries to close the distance and clinch but River swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
River staying out of range there.
River keeps the fight on the outside.
River jabs One to the body, keeping him at a distance.
This has been an exciting period of action!
One wants to clinch up but River keeps it at a distance.
One doesn't manage to clinch there - River circles away.
One is looking to clinch.
River avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
River takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bernhard River comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got River winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bernhard River!
Bernhard River 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:
SFL 155 | Koivisto vs Balushi
Date: May 04, 2022 |
#R1#
Grandis tries to score with a low kick but River moves his leg out of the way.
River half committed to a counter leg kick.
Grandis throws a chopping leg kick but River manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
River seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
That kick from Grandis tenderised River's leg. River is trying to keep his angry face on.
Grandis takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
River misses with a hook.
A nice side step and Grandis releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
River wants to slow Grandis down by chopping away at his legs. #CL#
River fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Grandis, pushing him back against the cage.
Grandis fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Grandis tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for River.
River blocking some punches.
River scores with a nice hook to the head.
River misses with some punches.
Grandis lands a right hand that snaps the head of River backwards.
River tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
Grandis breaks from the clinch.
River lands a leg kick that knocks Grandis off balance momentarily.
A jab from Grandis finds it's way through River's defenses.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from Grandis lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and River has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from River and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
River throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Grandis lands a nice leg kick that just misses River's sensitive parts.
River misses with a leg kick
and Grandis counters with a lovely straight right hand!#T1#
Grandis keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Grandis throws a leg kick but River sees it coming and checks it nicely.
River throws a predictable looking body shot
and Grandis cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
River throws a shot from downtown. Grandis moves away and avoids it.
Grandis attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
River misses with a hook.
A nice leg kick from Grandis, right into the meat of the thigh.
River connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Grandis scores with a sloppy right hand. River should have avoided that one. #CL#
River gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Grandis tried to land a shot to the body but connects with River's elbow.
A head punch blocked on the inside by River.
Grandis blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Grandis scores with a shoulder strike.
River lands on the inside with an uppercut.
River struggles to land a body shot inside as Grandis controls his hands.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Grandis managing to block the knees to the body from River.
River tries to throw a body punch but Grandis avoids it by throwing River back against the cage.
A nice left hand lands by Grandis.
Grandis misses with a hook from the clinch. #T2#
River blocks a punch to the side of the head.
River pushes Grandis back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
A quick uppercut on the inside from River.
Grandis tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Grandis swings wildly with an uppercut but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
Grandis fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Grandis lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Grandis lands a body shot in the clinch.
River scores with an uppercut up the middle.
River working some nice short punches in the clinch.
River swings wildly with an uppercut but Grandis uses good head movement to avoid it.
A left hand lands to the body for River.
Grandis lands a right hand.
River has Grandis pressed against the cage, preventing Grandis from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
Grandis blocking some punches.
River blocks a body shot from Grandis.
Grandis is trying to break the clinch but River is controlling him.
River lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
River misses with an elbow over the top.#T3#
Grandis throws a head punch that misses.
River works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Grandis creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
Grandis is trying to push River away but River has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
River lands a body punch in the clinch.
Grandis is trying to push River away but River has him pressed against the cage, so he's going nowhere.
Grandis blocks a body shot from River.
Grandis tried to land a shot to the body but connects with River's elbow.
Grandis misses with some punches.
River tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
River is trying to drag Grandis to the mat but Grandis just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
River tries to throw a body punch but Grandis avoids it by throwing River back against the cage.
Grandis avoiding damage as River throws knees to the body.
A short right from Grandis.
Still in the clinch, Grandis scores with a nice short uppercut.
Grandis can't find room to land a body shot as River controls the action.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for River.
Grandis throws a punch but it's blocked by River.
Grandis misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T4#
River working aggressively here.
River misses with a body punch.
A head punch on the inside from Grandis fails to land.
River taking a breather.
Grandis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Grandis is trying to break the clinch but River has him pressed against the cage.
A short right hand to the side of the head by River.
Grandis lands a body punch.
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!
River tries to work over Grandis's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Grandis misses with the head strike.
Grandis misses with a short punch on the inside.
River can't find room to land a body shot as Grandis controls the action.
River is trying to drag Grandis to the mat but Grandis just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
River is trying to pull guard but Grandis has him pressed against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernhard River. That's going to take a lot out of him.
River tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Grandis swings away with an uppercut that misses.
River misses with a shot to the kidneys.
River taking a breather.
River misses with a body punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Robert Grandis will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
River lands with a nice body kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by Grandis.
Grandis does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
River tries a head kick but it misses.
Grandis swings for the body but River moves out of range.
Grandis takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
Grandis lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
River cracks Grandis with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
Grandis stuffs the takedown attempt from River. River gets slowly back to his feet.
Grandis throws a front kick aimed at River's knee but River avoids it well.
River throws a lazy right hand but Grandis sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
River moves out of range of the leg kick from Grandis.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
River lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
River tries a low kick but Grandis avoids it.#TD#
River scores a trip takedown into side control. Nice.
Grandis is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked River off and has taken his back!#T1#
So, who will make the next big move? In this position it could be crucial.
Grandis struggling to keep hold of the position.
River tries to escape the position.
Grandis 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.
River looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Grandis trying to control.
Grandis controlling the position well here. River rolled but Grandis kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
#T3#
River tries to escape but Grandis has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
Grandis is riding his opponent, not letting River buck him off.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
River 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.#SUB2#
Grandis has got his arm under River's chin working for the choke… has he got it? It looks pretty tight! Oh! River has spun round into Grandis's guard beautifully! Well done that man!
#T4#
River throwing strikes from guard but Grandis blocks nicely.
River throwing strikes from guard but Grandis blocks nicely.
Grandis keeping full guard, as River tries to pass.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
River throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Grandis works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Bernhard River will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
River throws a head kick that misses.
Grandis has been working his punching technique in the buildup to the fight and it appears to be paying off.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Grandis.
Grandis tries to work over River's front leg with a kick but River checks it.
River is looking to counter the offense by Grandis and move into the clinch.
River takes one on the chin but seems OK.
River throws a front kick aimed at Grandis's knee but Grandis avoids it well.
River lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Grandis pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
River tried to counter with a leg kick but Grandis avoided it.
River connects with a leg kick.
A bone on bone clash there as River blocks the leg kick.
River pulls out of a head kick attempt.
Robert Grandis seems to be getting the better of the standup.
A nice leg kick from Grandis, right into the meat of the thigh.
River scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Good standup being displayed there by Grandis as he connects with a hook.
River lunges at Grandis with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Grandis's hand.
River has a nice red mark on his side after a thudding body kick by Grandis.
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!
Grandis throws a jab but it's blocked by River.
It looked like River wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Grandis looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
A telegraphed right hand from Grandis misses the target.
River tests Grandis's chin there with a solid looking shot.#T1#
Grandis steps to the side to avoid the strikes from River.
River throws a leg kick
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
River throws out a loose jab but Grandis uses good head movement to avoid it.
Grandis takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
River takes a shot right to the bread basket.
Grandis scores with a jab to the body.
Grandis lands a straight punch to the body, keeping River at a distance.
River ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Grandis walks into a stiff left hand from River.
Grandis wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
River throws an overhand right that lands on Grandis's shoulder, as Grandis tries to avoid the shot.
A big right from Grandis misses.
River misses with a leg kick
letting Grandis counter with a right hand.
Grandis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River's corner calls for a 1-2. River obliges with the 1 part as he scores the single shot and moves back out of range.
A slow jab from Grandis misses its intended target.
River tries to clinch up.
Grandis looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
River bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.#T2#
River connects with an inside leg kick.
River throws a head kick that misses.
River wants to clinch.
Grandis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
River takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
Grandis lands a jab.
Robert Grandis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
River lands with a thumping leg kick.
A swing and a miss from River.
Grandis scores with a leg kick.
River on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
River is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Grandis looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
River throws a right and a left that both miss.
Grandis will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
River tries for a takedown but Grandis circles away easily
and Grandis counters with a nice uppercut. #T3#
Grandis circles away from the clinch attempt.
River takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Grandis connects with a jab.
Grandis thumps River with a low kick.
Grandis lands with a shot to the body.
River slips a straight right by Grandis.
Grandis stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from River.
River uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Grandis.
River misses with a body kick.
River misses with a combination
enabling Grandis to counter with a crisp jab.
Grandis throws a low kick, looking for River's leg but River calmly moves out of range.
River pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
Grandis avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
The fight stays on the outside here - River looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
River throws a push kick but Grandis slaps the foot to one side.
River slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.#T4#
Grandis dips to his left and cracks River with an uppercut!
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Grandis throws a leg kick
and River counters with a straight right hand.
River tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.
River displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Grandis throws out the jab.
Grandis connects with a leg kick.
Grandis jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Grandis's hands are dropping dangerously low here and River connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Grandis scrambles back to his feet.
River throws an uppercut from half a mile away. Grandis sees it coming and avoids it easily.
Grandis with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Grandis dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on River. That did some damage!
A nice leg kick lands there from Grandis.
Grandis stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
River scores with a spinning back kick!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
River blocks a low kick nicely.
River walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Grandis checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Grandis throws a shot from downtown. River moves away and avoids it.
River tries a head kick but it misses.
Grandis takes an uppercut right on the button but keeps his composure.
And that's the end of the fight!
Robert Grandis comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Grandis has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 28:29
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by split decision... Robert Grandis!
After winning the bout, Robert Grandis 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 149 | Hopkins vs Stark
Date: Mar 30, 2022 |
#R1#
River is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
It looked like Alzate wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
River moves out of range of the strikes.
River throws a body punch but Alzate moves out of range.
Alzate was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
River tries to clinch up.
River throws a leg kick which misses Alzate's front leg but catches the back leg as Alzate tries to avoid it.
River wants to slow Alzate down by chopping away at his legs.
Alzate throws a quick counter kick to the body but River avoids it.
River tried to score with a low kick but Alzate checks it.
River lands with a right hand.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Alzate was well out of range. Poor timing from River.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#CL2#
River moves into the clinch.
Alzate avoiding damage as River throws knees to the body.
River lands a left hand.
River blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A short right from River on the inside.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Alzate.
River lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage. #T1#
River doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from River.
A nice right hand lands inside from River.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
River lands a shoulder strike.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Alzate.
River tries to work over Alzate's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
River is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Alzate is keeping busy.
River prevents a body shot from Alzate.
Alzate tries to throw a body punch but River avoids it by throwing Alzate back against the cage.
Alzate blocks a body shot from River.
A short right hand to the side of the head by Alzate.
River lands a left hand that snaps the head of Alzate backwards.
River misses with a shot to the kidneys.
#TD2#
River has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Alzate uses from the top position.
River working a defensive guard here.
Alzate passes into half guard. #T2#
River wants to get back to full guard.
Alzate tries to stand and escape but River is controlling the position.
Alzate moves into full mount! River won't be happy about that!
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
River wants to hold on but Alzate pushes him away.
Alzate takes his opponent's back. Perhaps a chance to lock up a rear naked choke here.
Good control from Alzate.#T3#
Alzate is hanging on to River's back as he tries to escape.
River trying to control the hands but Alzate won't let him.
River is trying to break free.
Alzate doesn't have the hooks in and River manages to turn into his guard.
River working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
River with a flurry of punches that miss. #T4#
River stopping the sweep attempt from Alzate.
River is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
River is in close to Alzate's body, working some short punches and elbows.
Alzate wants to sweep here but River controlling him for the moment.
River tries to free his leg and advance position but Alzate is retaining full guard.
River wants to control from the top but Alzate keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
River feints and then cracks Alzate's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Alzate down.
Alzate misses with a wild body shot.
River throws out a powerful jab.#TD2#
River looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Alzate!
Alzate struggling a bit here.
Alzate is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on River's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River is keen to just control but Alzate is a slippery customer.#T1#
River landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
River seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Alzate does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
River is stalling here. Alzate is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! River seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Alzate has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work.
River gets back to half guard.
Alzate is looking to advance position but River won't allow it.
Alzate is trying to control the action in half guard but River is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Alzate wants to free his trapped foot but River is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T2##SUB2#
River looking for submissions off his back.
Alzate works his way into full mount!
Alzate controlling from mount. #T3#
Alzate trying to control but River is having none of it.
River wants to control but Alzate is having none of it.#SU#
Alzate stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet.
River misses with a body shot
and Alzate counters with a leg kick. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
River displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Alzate throws out the jab.
A left lands for River.
Some wild striking there from River.
River shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and Alzate counters with a straight right hand.
River tries to close the distance and clinch up but Alzate swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Alzate swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Alzate has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from River.
River takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Alzate walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as River checks a leg kick.
Nice body kick from River.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Alzate does a little dance to reset his feet.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Niko Alzate will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
River throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Alzate displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as River throws out the jab.
Alzate avoids the body shot from River.
Alzate cracks River with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
River throws a head kick that Alzate semi-blocks.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Alzate moves away.
Alzate jabs River right on the nose. River blinks but takes it well.
A telegraphed right hand from River misses the target.
Alzate looks to score with a jab to the body but River is just out of range.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Alzate misses the jab.
Alzate scores with a jab.#ROC#River is rocked!
Alzate chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before River can pounce on him.
River throws out a token jab with nothing on it.#T1#
River just misses with a punch to the body.
River tries to close the distance and clinch up but Alzate swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Left hook, right uppercut from River.
Bernhard River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
River connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Alzate throws an uppercut from half a mile away. River sees it coming and avoids it easily.
River scores with a sloppy right hand. Alzate should have avoided that one.
River tries to land a front kick but Alzate steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
Alzate connects with a jab.#CL2#
River moves into range and clinches up with Alzate.
Alzate struggles to land a body shot inside as River controls his hands.
Alzate swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Alzate misses with some punches.
Alzate misses with a short punch on the inside.
Alzate lands a nice uppercut.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Alzate misses with a punch to the body.
Alzate lands a body shot in the clinch.
Alzate stops a takedown attempt from River.
Alzate swings away with an uppercut that misses.
Alzate can't find room to land a body shot as River controls the action.
A right hook to the body lands for River.
Alzate lands a hook that snaps the head of River backwards.
River has a couple of punches blocked by Alzate.
A nice left hand lands by Alzate.
River lands a body shot in the clinch.
River blocks a punch to the side of the head.
River misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Alzate.
Alzate doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
River misses with a hook to the ribs.
River swings wildly with an uppercut but Alzate uses good head movement to avoid it.
River scores with an uppercut up the middle.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Alzate.
Alzate tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
River swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#T3#
River tries to work over Alzate's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Alzate working aggressively here.
Alzate throws a head punch that misses.
River lands a nice shot to the body.
A head punch blocked on the inside by River.
River blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Alzate takes a shot to the head.
River lands with a left to the head.
Alzate lands a hook that snaps the head of River backwards.
Alzate lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
River looking to slow down the pace here.
A short left from River.
Alzate misses with some punches.
River fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A head punch blocked on the inside by River.
River pushes Alzate back against the cage and unloads with a body punch.
Bernhard River seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
Alzate can't find room to land a body shot as River controls the action.
River wants to stall.
River misses with an elbow strike.
#T4#
River lands a nice shot to the body.
Alzate letting River take a breather here.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Alzate misses with the head strike.
Alzate misses with a body punch.
Alzate blocks a body shot from River.
A short right from River.
River doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Alzate goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Alzate lands an uppercut.
A hook to the body from Alzate.
Alzate avoiding damage as River throws knees to the body.
River blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A head punch on the inside from Alzate fails to land.
Alzate tried to land a shot to the body but connects with River's elbow.
Alzate tried to land a shot to the body but connects with River's elbow.
River tries to work over Alzate's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Alzate avoiding damage as River throws knees to the body.
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Bernhard River.
I think River has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Timothy Bukovac scores the fight 29:28
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 29:29
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 28:29
The fight is ruled a draw! |
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Event:
SFL 146 | Grandis vs Petrov
Date: Mar 23, 2022 |
#R1#
River feints and then cracks Gro Ulfimph's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Gro Ulfimph down.
River attempts a leg kick but it's missed by a good margin.
River misses with a low kick.
A slow jab from Gro Ulfimph misses its intended target.
Gro Ulfimph swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Gro Ulfimph swings away with a leg kick that misses.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Gro Ulfimph fires out a quick counter leg kick but River just manages to avoid it.
Gro Ulfimph throws out a loose jab but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
Sloppy strikes from River. Those never looked like landing.
Gro Ulfimph throws a half hearted mid kick.
River lands a nice looking kick to the body. Gro Ulfimph takes a step back to recover.
The fighters circle momentarily. Gro Ulfimph darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
River fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Gro Ulfimph checks it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Gro Ulfimph lands with a shot to the body.
River dives in for a single leg takedown but Gro Ulfimph sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
River looks to throw a body kick
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a left to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Gro Ulfimph.
River connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Gro Ulfimph blocks a head kick by River.
Gro Ulfimph throws a quick counter head kick but River was just out of range.#T1#
River lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
River connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
River lands a right hook to the body.
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Gro Ulfimph is just out of range.
Gro Ulfimph appears to be looking for a counter punch to the body.#TD2#
River gets the takedown into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Gro Ulfimph is looking to reverse the position.
Gro Ulfimph sneaks back into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gro Ulfimph tries to roll over but River keeps him under control.
River wants to free his trapped foot but Gro Ulfimph is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T2#
Gro Ulfimph is not content to let River control the position.
River is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
River misses with a head shot. Gro Ulfimph uses the momentum to regain guard.
River preventing the sweep. #T3#
River trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Gro Ulfimph is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Good work by Gro Ulfimph as he checks the leg kick.
A swing and a miss from Gro Ulfimph.
Gro Ulfimph with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
A bone on bone clash there as River blocks the leg kick.
Gro Ulfimph lands with a straight right. River didn't see that one coming.
Gro Ulfimph on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by River. River obviously looking to wear him down.
River lands a right hook to the body.
#TD2#
River closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Gro Ulfimph did well to prevent River getting side control.
River prevents Gro Ulfimph from improving his position.#T4#
Gro Ulfimph slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
River trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
River is stalling in the full guard.
River trying to control but Gro Ulfimph is working from the bottom.
The referee looks like he's ready to step in and stand the fighters back up.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Gro Ulfimph connects with a crisp jab.
Gro Ulfimph takes a swing at River's ribcage but misses.
Gro Ulfimph connects with a leg kick.
Gro Ulfimph lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Gro Ulfimph looks to land a body kick but River moved away.
Thud! ouch! good body kick from River - that will leave a mark!
Gro Ulfimph avoids the body shot from River.
Gro Ulfimph is looking to slow River down with leg kicks.
River is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down Gro Ulfimph rather than just go for the knockout.
Gro Ulfimph scores with a leg kick.
Gro Ulfimph keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
River lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
River blocks a jab.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River throws a sloppy head kick and Gro Ulfimph moves out of range easily.
A big right from River misses.
Gro Ulfimph misses with a leg kick
and River counters with an inside leg kick.
Gro Ulfimph walks forward, straight into a front kick from River.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL2#
River forces Gro Ulfimph back against the cage and clinches.
A body shot lands from Gro Ulfimph.
#T1#
River unloads a knee to the mid-section. Gro Ulfimph lets out a prehistoric sounding urrrrgh.
A hook to the body from Gro Ulfimph.
River lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Gro Ulfimph prevents a body shot from River. #TD2#
River has hold of one of Gro Ulfimph's legs. Gro Ulfimph is fighting the takedown attempt but River gets the trip and lands the takedown into guard.
Gro Ulfimph manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. River manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Gro Ulfimph forces his way into half guard.
Gro Ulfimph trying to pass the guard but River defending well.
River is refusing to be controlled, as Gro Ulfimph sits in half guard. #T2#
River won't allow Gro Ulfimph to pass to mount.
River has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Gro Ulfimph is working away from the top position though.
River has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Gro Ulfimph seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but River does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
River trying to control but Gro Ulfimph postures up.
#SUB2#
River looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Gro Ulfimph pushes past his half guard into mount!
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
River tries to hold on but Gro Ulfimph pushes him away.
River wants to improve position but instead he's given up his back.#T3#
River staying busy and making it hard for Gro Ulfimph to control. #SUB#
River is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
Gro Ulfimph is not going to allow River to sit and survive in this position.
Gro Ulfimph tries to get the hooks in deep but River pushed the leg off. #SUB#
River showing good submission defense here.
#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Gro Ulfimph struggling to keep hold of the position.
River is in bad spot here.
Gro Ulfimph trying to control.
Gro Ulfimph has good solid back control here. #SUB#
Gro Ulfimph is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Murzol Gro Ulfimph dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
River throws a low kick but Gro Ulfimph avoids it.
Bernhard River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
River lands a jab to the head.
Bernhard River seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Gro Ulfimph misses the shot to the body.
River blocks a leg kick.
Gro Ulfimph throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
River takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
River jabs Gro Ulfimph to the body, keeping him at a distance.
River avoids the head kick by Gro Ulfimph.
Gro Ulfimph dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on River. That did some damage!
Gro Ulfimph stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
River tries to close the distance and clinch but Gro Ulfimph swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
River wants to clinch but Gro Ulfimph slips to the side
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a lovely shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gro Ulfimph throws the left hand but River avoids the punch easily.
A little jabbing left from River on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
River scores with a jab.
River misses the jab.
Gro Ulfimph throws a leg kick
and River counters with a low kick, right behind Gro Ulfimph 's knee.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Gro Ulfimph takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
River takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#T1#
Gro Ulfimph fakes a jab and throws a low kick but River checks it well.
A telegraphed right hand from Gro Ulfimph misses the target.
Gro Ulfimph pivots, looking for a leg kick but River is out of range and Gro Ulfimph settles back down.
And River responds with a good body kick, but Gro Ulfimph manages to step out the way in time.
A big right from Gro Ulfimph misses.
A slapping leg kick lands for River.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
Gro Ulfimph feints and then cracks River's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow River down.
Gro Ulfimph dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
River's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
River lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Gro Ulfimph at a distance.
#CL#
Gro Ulfimph rushes River and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Gro Ulfimph tried to land a shot to the body but connects with River's elbow.
A right handed body shot lands from River.
River working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, River creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
River misses with a body punch.
River digs a right hand underneath Gro Ulfimph's ribcage. Gro Ulfimph let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Gro Ulfimph working some nice short punches in the clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
River blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Gro Ulfimph misses with the head strike.
#T2#
River tries a body shot but Gro Ulfimph blocks it.
Gro Ulfimph lands a body punch in the clinch. #TD#
Gro Ulfimph has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but River regains guard immediately.
Murzol Gro Ulfimph overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Gro Ulfimph trying to control but River is working from the bottom.
River looking to control.
Gro Ulfimph works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Gro Ulfimph wants to lay and pray for a moment but River keeps working.
River is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3#
Gro Ulfimph works his way into full mount!
Gro Ulfimph prevents River from getting the reversal.
Gro Ulfimph content just to control the position here.
Gro Ulfimph looking to control but River is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T4#
Gro Ulfimph avoids the attempt from River to control.#SUB#
Gro Ulfimph moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, River has worked his arm free - good work by River!
Gro Ulfimph wants to control but River is keeping him busy.
River tries to improve position but can't.
And that's the end of the fight!
Murzol Gro Ulfimph showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Gro Ulfimph 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 Donald Grub scores the fight 29:28
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 29:28
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Murzol Gro Ulfimph!
During a confident post fight interview, Murzol Gro Ulfimph thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
SFL 142 | Fire Trudeau
Date: Feb 27, 2022 |
#R1#
River goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Reed pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Reed stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from River.
Reed blocks the body kick.
River throws a low kick but it's checked well by Reed.#TD#
River closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - River lands in his opponent's guard.
Reed pushes River off for just long enough to get back to his feet. Very athletic spring there.
Reed misses with a looping right.
Reed blocks the body kick.
Reed appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.
Reed takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
River lands with a cross.
River throws a shot from downtown. Reed moves away and avoids it.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
River throws a low kick, looking for Reed's leg but Reed calmly moves out of range.
River tries a head kick but it misses.
#T1#
Reed ducks down and throws a hook to the body but River moves away.
Reed throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
River misses with a hook
and Reed counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Reed throws an ugly left hook that misses
and River counters with a nice body shot.
River uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Reed.
Reed stuffs the takedown.
River tries to clinch there but Reed circles away.
River lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
River waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Reed.
Reed throws a counter combo.
River's jab looks to have found its range, popping Reed under the eye.
Reed on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Reed throws an ugly left hook that misses
enabling River to counter with a crisp jab.
Reed tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from Reed.
Reed dodges the punch combination from River.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
River connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Reed's hands.
Reed avoids a kick to the body.
#T2#
Reed lunges in with an uppercut that skims his opponent's chin.
Reed misses with a looping right.
Reed dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
River lands with a right hand.
River lands with an overhand left.
River throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Bernhard River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Reed throws a right and a left that both miss.
River does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Reed is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
River is really peppering his opponent's head with punches.
Reed misses with a hook.
River lands a nice leg kick that just misses Reed's sensitive parts.
Reed jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Reed moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Good leg kick by River.
Reed throws a jab when River was well out of range.
River ducks under a wild hook from Reed.
Reed misses with a straight left.
River scores with a jab.#T3#
River displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Reed throws out the jab. #TD#
River shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Reed manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.#SUB2#
Reed is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. River is aware though and is defending well.
River trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Reed is pulling down on River's head. It's preventing any offense from River, at least for the moment.
River looking to pass the guard.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Reed is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Reed working for a triangle but River defends it easily.
#T4#
River trying to control but Reed is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
River 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.
River won't allow Reed to sweep him here.
Reed controlling the position.
Reed wants to hit a sweep here but River passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Reed there!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
River throws a body punch but Reed moves out of range.
A lazy left from River finds it's target.
Reed lands a jab to River's midsection.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Reed does a little dance to reset his feet.
We are yet to see a takedown attempt from Reed in the fight. On paper you would think he is the more dominant ground fighter so let's see if these unusual tactics pay off.
River scores with a nice strike.
A slow jab from Reed misses its intended target.
River getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Reed avoids the body shot from River.
River is looking to land body kicks.
Reed looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
River throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Reed's waist but Reed gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing River off to one side.
River avoids a punch combination nicely.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Reed scores with a jab.
River needs to keep his hands up - Reed had a free shot at his head there.
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!
Reed dodges the punch combination from River.
Reed looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
A shot to the liver by Reed. Beautiful body shot.#T1#
River avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Reed throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent River stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
River slips a straight right by Reed.
Reed cracks River with a right hand to the side of the head.
Nice defenses there by River.
No joy there for River, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
River scores with a shot to the body.
River misses with an attempted mid kick.
Reed takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Reed lands a body shot.
Reed on the wrong end of a nice jab.
River connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
River tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
River throws an off balance right hand
and Reed counters with a nice body shot.
River has his head slapped from side to side by a 3 punch combination. That must have hurt him.#T2#
River takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
River moves out of range as Reed strikes.
Good standup being displayed there by River as he connects with a hook.
River throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Reed stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
River jabs at Reed's body.
Reed fails to land with a series of punches.
River is looking to counter punch.
River moves out of range as Reed strikes.
River thumps Reed with a low kick.
Reed misses with a looping left.
Reed jabs at River's body.
A big right from River misses.
River lands an overhand right.
Reed tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
River avoids the body shot from Reed.
River lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Reed clobbers River with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise. #T3#
Reed rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but River moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Reed throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck River on the side of the head.
River throws a right and a left that Reed avoids nicely.
Nice jab there from Reed.
The fighters circling - Reed throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Reed keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Reed throws a series of punches but River moves out of range.
A swing and a miss from Reed.
Reed fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
River takes a jab right on the kisser.
River throws a series of punches but Reed avoids them all with ease.
Reed misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
#CL#
River instigates a clinch.
Reed is trying to break the clinch but River has him pressed against the cage.
Reed is trying to break the clinch but River is controlling him.
Reed is leaning against River and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#T4#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Reed fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
River goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
River lands with a short shot to the head.
River doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
River digs a right hand into Reed's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Reed's gas tank.
River jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Reed walks away with a smile on his face. River gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernhard River. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Reed throws a left and a right that both miss
and River counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
River throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Reed stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
River misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Reed misses with a straight right.
Reed on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
River with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Reed throws a lazy uppercut
and River counters with a two punch combo.
River lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.#CL#
River has taken the fight to the clinch.
Reed misses with a hook from the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Bernhard River will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3##CL#
River takes the fight into the clinch.
River tries to pull guard but Reed forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
River tries to work over Reed's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
River tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Reed swings away with an uppercut that misses.
#BC2#
Reed pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
Reed's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Reed tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from Reed.
River throws a big shot that misses.
Reed is looking for the big counter here.
Nice jab there from River.
Reed throws a lazy uppercut
#CL#
and River counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by River.
River blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River blocking some punches.
Reed swings wildly with an uppercut but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
River digs a right hand into Reed's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Reed's gas tank.
Reed fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
#T1#
Reed misses with the head strike.
#TD#
River gets double underhooks and manages to take the fight to the ground.
Bernhard River overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Reed trying to keep a closed guard but River is proving a slippery customer.
River is sitting in guard, working some ground and pound.
River wants to pass the guard but Reed is keeping the position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Reed is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Reed utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Reed managing to control the position.
River controlling from the top position. #T2#
Reed looking to hit a scissor sweep but River is one step ahead there.
Reed lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Reed trying to control the position from guard on top but River is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
River working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Reed.
Reed passes River's right leg, so he's now in half guard. #SUB#
River looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Reed takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Reed performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Reed thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed River's head. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
River tries to roll over but Reed keeps him under control.
Reed is trying to control. River wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Reed not doing much here.
#SUB#
River looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Tommy Reed has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Reed throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Reed fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.#TD#
Reed gets caught flat footed, as River shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Reed has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but River can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
River throwing strikes but missing.
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 Bernhard River.
Well River has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Dillan Fox scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steve Smith scores the fight 30:27
Judge Elvis Blanc scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bernhard River!
A victorious Bernhard River 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:
SFL 135 | Akinwande vs Wanker
Date: Feb 04, 2022 |
#R1#
Lavigne keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
River misses the jab.
Lavigne doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
River tries to move into range but Lavigne moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
Lavigne throws a shot from downtown. River moves away and avoids it.
River tries to clinch but Lavigne moves out of range.
River misses with a low kick as Lavigne jumps back.
River scores with a shot to the body.
River swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Nice cross by Lavigne.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lavigne scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
A slow jab from Lavigne misses its intended target.
River dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Lavigne. That did some damage!#CL#
River pushes Lavigne up against the cage in a clinch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Lavigne tried to land a shot to the body but connects with River's elbow.
Lavigne lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage. #T1#
River's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Still in the clinch, Lavigne scores with a nice short uppercut.
A short uppercut from Lavigne.
River misses with a punch to the body.
Lavigne misses with a short punch on the inside.
River is trying to maintain a safe position but Lavigne gets an underhook and turns River into the cage.
A right handed body shot lands from Lavigne.
Lavigne creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses.
Lavigne digs a right hand underneath River's ribcage. River let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Lavigne lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
Lavigne lands a body shot in the clinch.
River tries to work over Lavigne's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Lavigne tried to land a shot to the body but connects with River's elbow.
River avoids the elbow strike from Lavigne, against the cage.
River is trying to slow down the pace of the fight but Lavigne is keeping busy.
River swings wildly with an uppercut but Lavigne uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lavigne pushes off an throws an elbow but River leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.
Lavigne has a couple of punches blocked by River.
Lavigne pushes off an throws an elbow but River leans to the side and avoids it. We're back to clinching against the cage.#T2#
River blocks an elbow strike.
Lavigne dodges an elbow strike from River.
Lavigne tries to throw a body punch but River avoids it by throwing Lavigne back against the cage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A left hand lands to the body for Lavigne.
Lavigne goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A right hand to the body from Lavigne.
A hook to the body from Lavigne.
River is breathing heavily.
Lavigne lands an elbow inside.
Lavigne lands a right hand that snaps the head of River backwards.
Lavigne looks to throw an elbow but misses.
Lavigne lands a shot to the body.
Lavigne working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
Lavigne lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Lavigne lands on the inside with an uppercut.
River blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Lavigne misses with the head strike.
Lavigne throws an elbow but it misses.
River lands an elbow just above Lavigne 's eye.
Lavigne misses with the head strike.
River can't find room to land a body shot as Lavigne controls the action.
Lavigne throws an elbow but it's blocked.
#T3#
River works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Lavigne fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Lavigne throws an elbow but it misses.
River tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Lavigne's elbow.
Lavigne creates a bit of space for himself and sneaks an elbow through River's defenses.
Lavigne blocks a body shot from River.
River misses with some punches.
Lavigne lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
Good body shot from River.
Lavigne tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
River tries to throw a body punch but Lavigne avoids it by throwing River back against the cage.
Lavigne lands a right hand.
Lavigne scores with a shoulder strike.
Still in the clinch, River scores with a nice short uppercut.
Lavigne prevents a body shot from River.
Lavigne softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.
River lands a body punch in the clinch.
River tries a body shot but Lavigne blocks it.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Lavigne swings wildly with an uppercut but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
Lavigne can't find room to land a body shot as River controls the action.
#T4#
River throws an elbow that misses.
Lavigne tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Lavigne goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Still in the clinch, River scores with a nice short uppercut.
River working Lavigne over with knees to the body.
River struggles to land a body shot inside as Lavigne controls his hands.
Lavigne misses with the head strike.
River throws a head punch that misses. #TD#
River jumps into guard, dragging Lavigne to the mat.
Lavigne stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. River swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
River is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
River trying to control the position.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Gervais Lavigne dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
River checks a leg kick.
Lavigne misses with a hook. River ducked under it nicely.
River tries to counter with a takedown but Lavigne is quick to defend against it.
Lavigne blocks a leg kick.
River explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
River takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Lavigne throws a low kick, looking for River's leg but River calmly moves out of range.
River throws a head kick but Lavigne moves out of range.
Lavigne only half commits to the counter leg kick.#CL#
River pushes Lavigne up against the cage in a clinch.
Lavigne misses with the head strike.
River works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Lavigne blocks a body shot from River.
Gervais Lavigne seems to be working more effectively in the clinch in the fight so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Lavigne lands a nice elbow.
River takes a shot to the head.
River lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Lavigne or not.
Lavigne doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
Lavigne gets an overhook and lands an elbow to the side of the head.
River is trying to pull guard but Lavigne has him pressed against the cage.
Lavigne lands with a short punch from the clinch.
#T1#
Lavigne pushes River back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Lavigne lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
River blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Lavigne presses River against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
River lands a right hand.
River creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #TD#
River is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Lavigne can't fight it off and eventually River manages to take the fight to the floor. Lavigne looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Lavigne working a defensive guard but River passes into half guard.
Lavigne is looking for a sweep. River is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
River keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
River is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T2#
The fighters are battling for position here. Lavigne manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
River scores with a decent looking elbow strike.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Lavigne lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Lavigne stays in close to River's body and controls the position.
Lavigne wants to control from the top but River keeps moving. #T3##SUB#
River looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB#
River working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Lavigne doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Lavigne manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Lavigne trying to control but River is working from the bottom.
Lavigne pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. River is keeping the position for now. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
River looking to control.
Lavigne has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Lavigne wants to pass the guard but River is keeping the position.#SUB#
River is looking for a triangle but Lavigne pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
River is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Lavigne is aware though and is defending well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
River pushes a forearm under Lavigne's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Lavigne is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bernhard River!
After winning the bout, Bernhard River 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 132 | Atunes vs Moore
Date: Jan 23, 2022 |
#R1#
River throws a big shot that misses.
River misses with a low kick.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Petrov moves out of range as River strikes.
Petrov takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
#CL#
Petrov clinches. #BC#
Petrov pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
River throws a body kick that sends a sickening thudding noise reverberating around the arena.
Petrov connects with a leg kick.
Petrov throws a jab but it's blocked by River.
Petrov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Petrov.
River misses with a right hand
and Petrov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Petrov avoids the head kick by River.
Petrov misses with a hook. River ducked under it nicely.
We've been told by Petrov's head coaches at Desert Fitness & Training (14 Elite Coaches) that he's been working on his takedown defense in preparation for this fight.
River tries to bum rush Petrov with a series of wild strikes but Petrov uses good footwork to avoid the assault.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
River connects with a solid leg kick.
River drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
River with a nice calf kick.
Petrov cracks River with a right hand to the side of the head.
River takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
River throws a wild body kick that Petrov sees coming a mile off.#T1#
Petrov throws a body punch but River moves out of range.
River fails to land with a series of punches.
An inside leg kick lands from River.
River lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Petrov misses the jab.
River shoots in but Petrov avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Petrov misses with a right hand
and River counters with a slapping leg kick.
River slips a jab from Petrov.
Petrov swings for the body but River moves out of range.
River lunges at Petrov with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Petrov's hand.
Petrov misses with a hook
and River counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Petrov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
River looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Sergei Petrov is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
River tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
River misses with a low kick.
Petrov thows a left - swing and a miss!
River throws a half hearted mid kick.
Petrov tries to counter by moving into the clinch but River manages to circle out of the way.
A punch combination from Petrov misses. #T2##TD2#
River closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Petrov quickly recovers to half guard.
Petrov tries to kick River off but River keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Petrov is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
River wants to free his trapped foot but Petrov is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Petrov wants to get back to his feet.
#ES#
Petrov has managed to escape just enough to sneak back to his feet but River is on him like a limpet, forcing Petrov back against the cage.
A shot in the inside from Petrov.
Petrov lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.#BC#
Petrov escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Petrov wants to clinch.
River misses with a right hand
and Petrov connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.#T3#
River moves forwards but Petrov connects with a nice, crisp jab.
River defending well as Petrov loads up on a big left hand.
River jabbing away but nothing is landing.
River misses with a body kick.
River avoids a kick to the body.
Petrov uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from River.
That kick from River tenderised Petrov's leg. Petrov is trying to keep his angry face on.
River blocks a head kick by Petrov.
Petrov moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Petrov throws an overhand right that lands on River's shoulder, as River tries to avoid the shot.
River let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
River tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Petrov defends well and River ends up having to push Petrov into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Petrov misses the jab.
River was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
River walks forward, straight into a front kick from Petrov.
River shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Petrov defends it nicely.
Sergei Petrov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bernhard River.
Petrov tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Petrov throws a shot from downtown. River moves away and avoids it.
River throws a leg kick that is checked
and Petrov counters with a two punch combo. #T4#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
River rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Petrov counters with a left and a right that stings River.
Petrov tries a head kick but it misses.
#TD2#
River scores with a takedown into Petrov's guard.
River is standing up over Petrov. Petrov looks to escape but River dives into side control.
#REVR#
River working the ground and pound.
River prevents Petrov from escaping the position.
River wants to lay and pray for a moment but Petrov keeps working.
River in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
River trying to control the position but Petrov is working away.
River might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Petrov haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Sergei Petrov will probably get the nod.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
River slips under a jab from Petrov.
River goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
Petrov throws a hook but River avoids it easily.
Petrov smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
Petrov lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
Petrov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
A left lands for River.
Petrov jabbing away but nothing is landing.
River misses the jab.
Petrov throws a head kick that half lands.
River darts in looking for a takedown but Petrov gets double underhooks and turns River into the cage.
Petrov takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
River defending well as Petrov loads up on a big left hand.
River blocks a head kick by Petrov.
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!
Petrov lands a jab to the nose.
River takes one to the side of the head.
A jab from Petrov misses.
Petrov fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and River has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Good standup being displayed there by River as he connects with a hook.
River uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Petrov.
River only half commits to the counter leg kick.#T1#
River uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Petrov.
Petrov throws a lazy uppercut
enabling River to counter with a crisp jab.
Sergei Petrov is winning the standup battle so far.
River takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
River connects with a solid leg kick.
River throws a hook but Petrov avoids it easily.
River steps to the side to avoid the strikes from Petrov.
River walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
River throws a leg kick
and Petrov counters with a right hand to the body.
River walks into a stiff left hand from Petrov.
River misses with a few strikes there.
Petrov throws a chopping leg kick but River manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
Petrov wants to slow River down by chopping away at his legs.
River cracks Petrov with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Petrov.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
River swings for the body but Petrov moves out of range.
Petrov throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Petrov leaves River with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
River moves out of range as Petrov strikes.#T2#
A bone on bone clash there as Petrov blocks the leg kick.
River just misses with a punch to the body.
#CL2#
River closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
River is working Petrov over against the cage.
River wants to take the fight to the mat but Petrov manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Sergei Petrov has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bernhard River.
Petrov lands a shoulder strike.
River swings wildly with an uppercut but Petrov uses good head movement to avoid it.
River lands a left hand that snaps the head of Petrov backwards.
Petrov wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but River has him pressed against the cage.#BC#
Petrov manages to break the clinch.
Petrov swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Nice cross by River.
River ducks under a wild hook from Petrov.
And River responds with a good body kick, but Petrov manages to step out the way in time.
River looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Petrov scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
River feints a straight left to the body, then turns around with a flashy move and hits Petrovs jaw with a dramatic spinning back fist!
Petrov rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but River moves out of range and avoids them all easily.#T3#
River throws a leg kick but Petrov sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Petrov will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
River connects with a solid leg kick.
A chopping leg kick lands by River.
A slow jab from Petrov misses its intended target.
Petrov is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Petrov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
River thows a left - swing and a miss!
Petrov looks to land a left hand but River moved out of range nicely.
A solid leg kick lands there for River.
Petrov ducks down and throws a hook to the body but River moves away.
Petrov avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Petrov loads up on a big right hand but River slips the punch.
Petrov throws a head kick that misses.
River slips a straight right by Petrov.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from River! But no joy.
River dives in for a single leg takedown but Petrov sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Petrov fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
Petrov scores with a jab to the body.
River looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Petrov misses with a body shot.
#T4#
Petrov throws a jab but it's blocked by River.
River throws a quick inside leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River lands a nice leg kick that just misses Petrov's sensitive parts.
River ducks under a wild hook from Petrov.
Petrov is looking to score with low kicks.
River gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Petrov.
River throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
An inside leg kick lands from River.
River misses with a low kick as Petrov jumps back.
Petrov looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
River misses with a two punch combination.
River fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Petrov has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
River throws a quick inside leg kick.
River throws a sloppy head kick and Petrov moves out of range easily.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Petrov works River's body with a nice hook.
Petrov on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by River. River obviously looking to wear him down.
River throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Petrov keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Petrov bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Sergei Petrov will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Petrov pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Petrov uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from River.
River with the inside leg kick.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Petrov was well out of range. Poor timing from River.
A jab from Petrov misses.
River looks like he wants to counter punch here.
River takes one on the button.
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Petrov is just out of range.
Petrov throws out a loose jab but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
River is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Petrov with a body shot.
Petrov with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A big left from Petrov misses.
River misses with a looping left.
Petrov turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
River is looking to chop away at Petrov's legs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River staying out of range there.
River checks a leg kick.
Petrov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
River closes the distance looking to clinch
letting Petrov counter with a right hand. #T1#
River uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Petrov.
A swing and a miss from River.
Decent striking displayed by Petrov there.
River takes one to the chin there.
River slips under a jab.
Petrov checks a leg kick.
River clobbers Petrov with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
River throws a push kick but Petrov slaps the foot to one side.
River has a pretty nasty looking mouse under his right eye.
River lands with a thumping leg kick.
Petrov darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
River is looking to chop away at Petrov's legs.
As River backs away, Petrov returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Petrov throws a leg kick but River sees it coming and checks it nicely.
River misses with a hook.
River throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
Petrov misses with a wild body shot.
River moves out of range of the leg kick from Petrov.
A nice side step and River releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Nice defenses there by River.
River misses with a head kick.
#T2#
This has been an exciting period of action!
Petrov takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Petrov throws out a leg kick but River moves out of range and Petrov only half commits.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Petrov was well out of range. Poor timing from River.
Petrov misses with a body kick.
Petrov scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
River does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
A low kick lands for Petrov.
Petrov throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
River tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
River takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
Petrov doesn't manage to clinch there - River circles away.
Petrov lands with a nice body punch.
Petrov fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Petrov misses with a hook. River ducked under it nicely.
River keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from Petrov.
River steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from Petrov.
River throws a body kick that digs right into the meat.
River lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Petrov at a distance.
River throws a jab but it's blocked by Petrov.
Bernhard River has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
River keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Petrov wants to clinch up but River keeps it at a distance.
River drops his hands momentarily and Petrov takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Petrov lands a head kick. River smiles back at him and beckons him forward.
Petrov looks to land a right hand but River moved out of range.
River looks to land a combination but Petrov avoids it well.
Petrov misses with a two punch combination.
Petrov chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before River can pounce on him.
River tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Petrov paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Petrov's jab looks to have found its range, popping River under the eye.
Petrov moves into range and connects with a jab.
Petrov has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from River.
River throws a leg kick but Petrov sees it coming and moves out of range.
River works the jab nicely.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Petrov throws a head kick that misses.
Nice defenses there by River.
Petrov goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
Petrov just misses with a punch to the body.
#T4#
The fighters circle momentarily. Petrov darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Petrov avoids the head kick by River.
A head kick misses from River.
A left lands for Petrov.
River tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Petrov manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A good leg kick by River.
River fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Petrov manages to avoid it.
A leg kick checked by Petrov.
Petrov lands with a thumping leg kick.
River on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by Petrov. Petrov obviously looking to wear him down.
River checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
River misses with a body shot.
Petrov lands a nice looking body shot.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Petrov fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
A bone on bone clash there as Petrov blocks the leg kick.
Sergei Petrov is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.
River blocks the body kick.
River slips a straight right by Petrov.
And that's the end of the fight!
Sergei Petrov showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for Petrov, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Dean scores the fight 30:27
Judge Francis DeMontford scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Sergei Petrov!
Sergei Petrov decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
SFL 127 | New Years Massacre
Date: Dec 31, 2021 |
#R1#
McKraken tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but River paws at him with a jab and circles away.
McKraken dodges the punch combination from River.
River moves out of range as McKraken strikes.
River turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
McKraken misses the shot to the body.
River misses with a low kick.
McKraken half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
McKraken listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
McKraken takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
McKraken on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
McKraken chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before River can pounce on him.
McKraken takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
McKraken lunges at River with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by River's hand. #CL#
McKraken gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
I was talking to McKraken's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
A head punch blocked on the inside by McKraken.
With the fighters up against the cage, River throws an elbow but misses.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from River.
River lands a body shot in the clinch.
River lands a left hand that snaps the head of McKraken backwards. #T1#
A shot in the inside from McKraken.
McKraken is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
McKraken has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by River after a bit of a struggle.
McKraken tries for a takedown. No joy.
River stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
River blocking some punches.
River lands on the inside with an uppercut.
River tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and McKraken avoids it.
River fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by River as McKraken tries to tie him up.
River blocks a punch to the side of the head.
River tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
River trying to control the position but instead, McKraken has worked for underhooks and has pushed River into the cage.
A body shot lands from River.
#T2##TD#
McKraken gets control of River's arms and successfully pulls guard. McKraken will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
McKraken looking for a sweep. Not yet McKraken, not yet. #SUB#
McKraken is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and River defends well.
River trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
River throwing strikes but missing.
McKraken has control of River's left arm, preventing River from doing any damage.
River stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. McKraken swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
River thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #T3#
River working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
McKraken trying to keep a closed guard but River is proving a slippery customer.
McKraken looking for a sweep. Not yet McKraken, not yet.
McKraken 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#
River looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
McKraken is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SUB2#
River looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T4#
McKraken looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks River with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position. #SUB#
McKraken is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
River wants to get back to full guard but McKraken has passed into side control.#SUB#
McKraken swings around for an armbar but River sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into McKraken's guard.
McKraken bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in River's guard. #REVR##SUB2#
River is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
River avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
McKraken wants to control from the top but River keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Bernhard River will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
River throws a leg kick that is checked#TD#
and McKraken counters with a nice double leg into guard.
McKraken controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
River is trying to keep McKraken in close.
McKraken works a leg free and moves into half guard. #SUB2#
River looking for submissions off his back.
River is in trouble now - McKraken has advanced to mount!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McKraken can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as River is looking to escape. #T1##SUB#
McKraken working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
McKraken wants to control the pace but River is squirming around nicely.
River tries to reverse the position but McKraken maintains control.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
McKraken trying to control but he's not successful this time.
River tries to reverse the position but McKraken maintains control.
McKraken wants to control the pace but River is squirming around nicely.
McKraken scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish River?
McKraken in mount throwing good strikes here, bouncing his opponent's head off the canvas.
McKraken can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as River is looking to escape.
McKraken landing strikes from the mount.
River 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.
River tries to roll over but McKraken keeps him under control.#T3##SUB#
River is defending against the submission attempts here by McKraken.
McKraken lands a big shot. The thud that echoes around the arena is like music to the fans' ears.
Gemechu McKraken overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
McKraken is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and River defends it well. #SUB#
McKraken wants to work for an arm triangle but River is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
McKraken is just content to waste time from the top position. River takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
McKraken throws a big right hand that misses. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
McKraken wants to control from the top but River keeps moving.
McKraken keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of River's head.
McKraken wants to pass the guard but River is keeping the position.#SUB2#
McKraken content to sit in guard, stalling... Great. Oh but he could get punished here because River has locked up a guillotine! River's face is contorted as he sqeezes tight on the submission attempt - will he finish? McKraken is holding on here and River must be using up a lot of energy. McKraken has gone limp! He's out! He's out cold! River gets to his feet, tossing aside his stricken foe. Arms raised, he milks the applause from the crowd. Great submission!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:42 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Bernhard River!
An out of breath Bernhard River 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:
SFL 124 | Thailand vs Finland
Date: Dec 15, 2021 |
#R1#
River misses with a low kick.
River thumps Grandis with a low kick.
River takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
River swings for the body but Grandis moves out of range.
River slips under a jab from Grandis.
Grandis defending well as River loads up on a big left hand.
Grandis scores with a nice strike.
River throws a head kick that misses
and Grandis counters with a nice low kick that buckles River's knee momentarily.
Grandis throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
River tries for a takedown but Grandis sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Grandis takes a body punch but keeps moving.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grandis blocks the body kick.
Grandis flicks out a counter leg kick but River steps away.
River misses with a low kick.
Grandis throws a leg kick
and River finishes the little exchange by landing a big kick to the body.
River throws the kick towards the body but Grandis avoids it.
Grandis moves out of range of the strikes.
River displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Grandis throws out the jab. #T1#
River lands a slapping body shot.
An inside leg kick from River misses.
River throws a body kick that misses
and Grandis counters with a straight right hand.
River with a nice cross.
River lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Grandis takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
River gets off balance looking for a body kick
and Grandis makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
River is looking to score with low kicks.
Grandis was about to counter that last move with a leg kick but changes his mind.
River lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.#CL#
Grandis tries to keep at a distance but River has taken the fight into the clinch.
River prevents a body shot from Grandis.
A head punch on the inside from Grandis fails to land.
A short body shot lands from River as the two fighters clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by River.
River goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Grandis misses with a hook to the ribs.
#T2#
River tries to throw a body punch but Grandis avoids it by throwing River back against the cage.
River tries to throw a body punch but Grandis avoids it by throwing River back against the cage.
River tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Grandis's elbow.
Grandis struggles to land a body shot inside as River controls his hands.
River blocks an uppercut.
Grandis tries a body shot but River blocks it.
River lands with a quick shot inside that doesn't really do much damage.
River lands with a right to the head.
River lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
River has Grandis pressed against the cage.
Grandis presses River against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Grandis can't find room to land a body shot as River controls the action.
Grandis doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
River lands a left hand.
Grandis lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of River backwards.
Grandis lands a body shot.
Grandis swings wildly with an uppercut but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
Grandis fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
A real battle for position is taking place between these two warriors.#T3#
A quick uppercut on the inside from Grandis.
Grandis tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
Grandis blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.
Grandis prevents a body shot from River.
With the fighters clinched against the cage, Grandis creates a bit of distance for himself and scores with a nice uppercut.
River tries to throw a body punch but Grandis avoids it by throwing River back against the cage.
Grandis working aggressively here.
Grandis lands a nice uppercut.
River tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Grandis's elbow.
Grandis working aggressively here.
Grandis lands a body shot.
River swings away with an uppercut that misses.
A shot in the inside from Grandis.
River misses with a hook from the clinch.
River lands with a short shot to the head.
River presses Grandis against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
River stays in close to his opponent and throws a right hand to the body.
River goes for a takedown in the clinch but Grandis prevents it.
The referee is keeping an eye on River - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River tries for a takedown but Grandis manages to get underhooks.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernhard River. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Grandis has a couple of punches blocked by River.
River doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
River throws a head punch that misses.
River throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
River blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Grandis tries to throw a body punch but River avoids it by throwing Grandis back against the cage.
Grandis tries to throw a body punch but River avoids it by throwing Grandis back against the cage.
Grandis goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Grandis tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
River gets through Grandis's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Grandis tried to land a shot to the body but connects with River's elbow.
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Grandis misses with a punch on the inside.
Grandis misses with a hook to the ribs.
River lands on the inside with an uppercut.
River prevents a body shot from Grandis.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Bernhard River will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
River fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Grandis checks it well.
Bernhard River is winning the standup battle so far.
River thumps Grandis with a low kick.
River darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
River connects with a good right hand that stumbles Grandis. Grandis circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
River checks the leg kick nicely there.
#TD#
River gets a takedown into half guard.
Grandis gets back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grandis is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVB#
River is trying to maintain the position but Grandis is very close to passing his half guard.#T1#
Grandis prevents River from improving his position.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
River looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
River is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Grandis pulls his head out easily.
River wants to control but Grandis is keeping busy.
#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
River wants to improve his position but Grandis is controlling well.
River wants to get back to full guard but Grandis has mounted him!
Grandis looking to control and managing it successfully.
River is just holding on here. Grandis manages to take his back.
The crowd hopeful of a finish here - Grandis's supporters are on their feet, screaming for him to go for the rear naked choke.
#T3#
River is trying to break free.
River just trying to survive but Grandis is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Grandis doesn't have the hooks in and River manages to turn into his guard.
River stopping the sweep attempt from Grandis.
Robert Grandis has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4#
Grandis is trying to keep River in close.
River throws an elbow that misses. Grandis uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in River's guard. Nice move by Grandis!#REVB#
Grandis controls from within his opponent's guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Grandis got a little sloppy there for a moment and River has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Grandis has managed to get both his arms back between River's legs - danger averted.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Bernhard River will probably get the nod.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Grandis with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A jab from River misses. #TD#
River shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Grandis's guard.
River throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Grandis works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
River controlling from the top position.
Grandis wants to hit a sweep here but River passes into full mount! Oh no, disaster for Grandis there!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Grandis is bucking up trying to escape but River cracks him with another couple of good strikes.#T1#
River landing strikes from the mount.
Grandis slips a leg in and gets back to half guard.
River is thwarting Grandis's attempts to control the position.
Grandis tries to roll over but River keeps him under control.
Grandis keeps trying to improve his position.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Grandis wants to get back to full guard but River has mounted him!#T2#
Grandis wants to hold on but River pushes him away.
BOOM! River connects with a massive shot to the dome!
Grandis is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
Grandis gets back to half guard.
River throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
River looks to land a strike but Grandis avoids it nicely and regains full guard.
River makes a bit of distance and scores with some ground and pound, still in guard.
River working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Grandis's head.
Robert Grandis has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Grandis utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
River looking to sit in guard and control but Grandis gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
River is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Grandis is aware though and is defending well.
River 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#
River working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Grandis doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Grandis manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB#
River had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Grandis defends it easily.#T4##SUB#
River throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Grandis is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! River is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! River has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
River is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Grandis can do to turn this around?
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
River looking to sit in guard and control but Grandis gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
And that's the end of the fight!
Bernhard River showed his dominance in that final round.
Well I reckon that's a shut out for River, winning every round. Will the judges agree? They are the ones who matter, even if they are often depressingly incompetent. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge William Gold scores the fight 30:27
Judge Steven Brown scores the fight 30:27
Judge Paul Tew scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bernhard River!
A relieved looking Bernhard River 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 117 | Finnish Tax Season
Date: Nov 21, 2021 |
#R1#
River misses with a looping left.
River connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Doctore on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
River fails with the takedown
and Doctore counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Doctore looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
River misses with a body shot.
Doctore went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Doctore stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from River.
River misses with a low kick.
Doctore takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Doctore doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
River lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
The fighters circle momentarily. River darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
River tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Doctore defends well and River ends up having to push Doctore into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
It looked like Doctore wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.#T1#
River doesn't manage to clinch there - Doctore circles away.
River feints and then cracks Doctore's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Doctore down.
River throws a looping overhand right but Doctore ducks down to avoid it.
River with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
River lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Doctore circles away quickly and effectively.
An attempted straight right counter from Doctore misses the target.
River circles away from the clinch attempt.
River throws a leg kick
and River takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
A big right from Doctore misses.
River moves to clinch but Doctore breaks away
and Doctore counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
River thows a leg kick but Doctore checks it
and Doctore counters with a straight punch to the midsection.
Bernhard River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
A chopping leg kick lands by River.
Doctore scores with a nice strike.#T2#
River misses the shot to the body.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River lands with a shot to the body.
River misses with a double jab.
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Doctore.
Doctore swings for the body but River moves out of range.
River lands with a thumping leg kick.
Doctore avoids a punch combination nicely.
#TD2#
River closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Doctore to the mat! Doctore manages to get full guard.
River trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
River trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
River is looking to advance position but Doctore has hit a scissor sweep - now he's on top in mount!#REVR##T3#
River is looking to get to half guard.
River tries to lock up and control but Doctore gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
River is in all sorts of trouble here.
#SU#
Doctore is standing up, even though he is in mount.
Doctore ducks down and throws a hook to the body but River moves away.
River moves into range and lands a nice body kick.
Both fighters circling a little - River finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
A slapping leg kick lands for River.
River throws a jab but it's blocked by Doctore. #T4#
River throws a hook to the side of Doctore's head but Doctore sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
River connects with a jab.
River tries a head kick but it misses.
River misses with an uppercut
and Doctore counters with a right hand to the body.
River with a nice calf kick.
River throws a half hearted mid kick.
River thumps Doctore with a low kick.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A nice inside leg kick there by River. That's going to slow Doctore down.
River looks to clinch
and River takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Oenomaus Doctore is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
River tries to clinch up against the cage, rushing in to close the distance. Doctore manages to break the clinch and circles back to the middle of the mat.
A low kick from River is predictable there
and Doctore counters with a lovely straight right hand!
River connects with an inside leg kick.
River attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Doctore on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
River moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
River fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
#TD2#
River bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
River has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Doctore parries the strikes from River easily there. River is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Doctore to escape.
Doctore is putting a lot of effort into getting back to his feet here.
Doctore trying desperately to get back to his feet here but he's not having any joy at all. He's going to tire himself out if he's not careful.
River has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
River lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
River postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
River throwing strikes but Doctore manages to buck up and roll into a nice reversal - now he's on top in side control!
Oenomaus Doctore overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!#SU#
Doctore stands up and beckons River to his feet. #T1#
River tries to land a front kick but Doctore steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
River connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
River dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Doctore. That did some damage!
River wants to clinch.
River misses with an attempted mid kick.
An attempted straight right counter from Doctore misses the target.
River throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Doctore.
Donk. Doctore catches River right on the button with a cross.
River dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
A chopping leg kick lands by River.
River swings and misses with a shot to the body
and Doctore counters with a series of strikes. River will be more careful next time no doubt. #T2#
Doctore blocks the body kick.
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!
River scoring well with a low kick there.
Doctore uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by River.
River just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromDoctore.
River digs a good hook to Doctore's body.
Doctore throws a body shot but no joy.
River throws a body punch but Doctore moves out of range.
River bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Doctore's head backwards.
River tries to clinch
enabling Doctore to counter with a crisp jab.
River digs a good body shot into Doctore's ribs.
River misses with a straight left.
Doctore is looking to counter with a shot to the body.
River throws a leg kick but Doctore sees it coming and moves out of range.
A nice leg kick from River, right into the meat of the thigh.
#T3#
River with a body punch. A glancing blow.
Doctore digs a good hook to River's body.
Doctore misses with an uppercut. River saw that one coming.
River misses with a left hand
and Doctore cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
River looks to land a body kick but Doctore moved away.
Doctore throwing a counter right hand but River manages to avoid it.
River lands a two punch combo.
Doctore takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Doctore keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Doctore takes a kick to the side of the head.
River lands with a nice body punch.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
River misses with an uppercut. Doctore saw that one coming.
River lands a jab, followed by a cross and another cross, as Doctore backs up against the cage.
#CL2#
River clinches up against the cage.#T4#
Doctore has River pressed against the cage.
River lands with a right to the head.
A frustrated look appears on Doctore's face as he tries to break the clinch.
Doctore prevents a body shot from River.
River lands a right hand.
A head punch on the inside from River fails to land.
Doctore taking a break, stalling in the clinch.
River misses with a hook from the clinch.
River lands with a left to the head.
Doctore managing to block the knees to the body from River.
River softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#ROC2#Doctore is rocked!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
River tries for a takedown but Doctore circles away easily
and River takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Doctore is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
Doctore walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
A solid leg kick lands there for River.
Doctore looks to score with a jab to the body but River is just out of range.
River scores with a body shot.
Doctore blocks a head kick by River.
Doctore throws an uppercut from half a mile away. River sees it coming and avoids it easily.
River digs a good body shot into Doctore's ribs.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River lands with a nice body punch.
River misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
River throws a leg kick that misses.
A quick step to the side and Doctore tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
Doctore takes one to the side of the head.
#T1#
An inside leg kick lands from River.
A telegraphed right hand from River misses the target. #CL2#
River has managed to clinch.
River is trying to stall.
River goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Doctore lands on the inside with an uppercut.
Doctore tries to break free but River pushes him back against the cage.
Doctore blocks an uppercut.
River tries a body shot but Doctore blocks it.
#BC#
Doctore breaks from the clinch.
Doctore takes a swing at River's ribcage but misses. #T2#
River shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
A counter left hand to the body from Doctore misses its target.
River avoids the body shot from Doctore.
River looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Doctore takes a kick to the side of the head.
River tries to clinch but Doctore moves out of range.
Oenomaus Doctore has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
River connects with a body shot that sends Doctore's belly button to the back.
River fakes the leg kick and cracks Doctore in the body.
River misses the shot to the body.
River wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
A jab lands there for River.
Doctore throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck River on the side of the head.
Doctore blocks a leg kick.
River misses with an uppercut
and Doctore counters with a lovely shot to the body.#T3#
A nice leg kick lands there from River.
River scores with a hook.
River misses with a lunging right hand
and Doctore counters with a nice body shot.
A chopping leg kick lands by River.
River tries to clinch up.
River wants to land a leg kick but Doctore is out of range.
Doctore throwing a counter right hand but River manages to avoid it.
River with a nice calf kick.
River looking to land some kicks to the body here.
Bernhard River seems to be getting the better of the standup.
An inside leg kick lands from River.
Doctore keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
River misses with a hook
and Doctore counters with a lovely straight right hand!
River connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.#T4#
Nice uppercut there from River.
River tries to land a leg kick but Doctore saw it coming and moves away.
Doctore throwing a counter right hand but River manages to avoid it.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
River fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
A nice inside leg kick there by River. That's going to slow Doctore down.
River with a nice cross.
River with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
River walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Doctore checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Doctore swats away the attempt to clinch by River.
Doctore tries to clinch but River is having none of it.
Doctore takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Doctore keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bernhard River comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got River winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 27:30
Judge John Mangel scores the fight 27:30
Judge Summer Carpenter scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bernhard River!
Our winner, Bernhard River, 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 107 | KVDB vs Johnson
Date: Oct 10, 2021 |
#R1#
Heimo has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from River.
Heimo lands a nice shot to the body.
Heimo misses with a hook. River ducked under it nicely.
River bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Heimo misses with a hook.
A shot to the body from Heimo misses
and River counters with a nice low kick that buckles Heimo's knee momentarily.
Heimo tries a head kick but it misses.
River lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
Heimo comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
Heimo throws a body shot but no joy.
River throws a right hand that Heimo ducks under and follows up with a left that Heimo also avoids with ease.
River lands a really nice looking cross but Heimo seems unphased.
River just misses with a punch to the body.
River shoots in looking for a takedown. Heimo tries to sprawl out of it but River keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Heimo manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Heimo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
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!
Heimo throws a hook but River avoids it easily.
Heimo throws a body punch but River moves out of range.
River misses with a wild body shot.
River throws a nice outside leg kick.
Heimo on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T1#
A clash of legs there as Heimo blocks the low kick.
A cross from River lands.
Heimo lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
Heimo lands a high kick!
Heimo stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from River.
Heimo throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Heimo throws a body punch but River moves out of range.
Heimo lands a straight punch to the body, keeping River at a distance.
Aleksi Heimo seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Heimo uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by River.
Aleksi Heimo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Heimo.
Heimo scores with a body shot.
River clobbers Heimo with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Heimo fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
River throws a feint and then finishes with a kick to the body.#TD#
River 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.#SUB2#
Heimo is looking for a triangle here but River uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
River slows the pace down.
Heimo told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.#T2#
River is looking to take a break and control but Heimo is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
River working away.
Heimo tries to buck River off but River is having none of it.
River lands a knee to the body and a forearm to the face.
River trying to control the position but Heimo is working away.
River is working Heimo over with some ground and pound from side control.
Heimo tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but River wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Heimo can't do much from the bottom here.
Heimo on the wrong end of some ground and pound. #T3#
Heimo is looking to reverse the position.
River working away.
Heimo is working to avoid the ground and pound but River connects with a decent elbow.
You can see the frustration on Heimo's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SUB#
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
River wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Heimo, who protects the arm well.
River grinds an elbow into Heimo's temple. #ROC#Heimo is rocked!
Heimo taking a bit of punishment here - River scoring with strikes.
Heimo is still in real trouble! Can River finish him?#SUB#
River is in a dominant position here, looking for a kimura. Heimo looks calm but he's in trouble here. River gets his leg over his opponent's head and yanks on the arm. Heimo is tapping like a morse code operator on the titanic! SOS! SOS! River lets go of the hold and Heimo can pop his arm back in it's socket.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bernhard River!
After winning the bout, Bernhard River 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 100 | The Matrix
Date: Sep 12, 2021 |
#R1#
River staying out of range there.
McCain fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
River looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
River slips a jab from McCain.
McCain throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McCain lands with a right hand.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
McCain misses the jab.
A left lands for River.
River throws a chopping leg kick but McCain manages to avoid taking any serious damage.
McCain appeared to try and counter that last move with a leg kick.
A shot to the liver by River. Beautiful body shot.
A cross from McCain lands.
McCain defending well as River loads up on a big left hand.
River with a body punch. A glancing blow.
McCain avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
McCain throws an off balance right hand
and River connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
McCain looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCain swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
River jabs McCain to the body, keeping him at a distance.
River ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
McCain checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
River throws a body punch but McCain moves out of range.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T1#
River ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
A jab from McCain misses.
And River counters with a quick kick to the body but McCain blocks it.
River shoots in for a takedown but McCain shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
River throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
River cracks McCain with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
McCain looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
McCain might want to mix his strikes up a bit more. He's just going for head shots at the moment and that can become a bit predictable.
River moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
River looks to land a right hand but McCain moved out of range.
McCain avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
River tries to score with a leg kick but it misses it's target.#CL#
River clinches up with McCain and pushes him back against the cage.#BC2#
McCain breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
A low kick lands for McCain.
John McCain seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
River throws a lazy right hand but McCain sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
River throws a leg kick which misses McCain's front leg but catches the back leg as McCain tries to avoid it.
The sound of bone on bone echoes around the arena as River checks a leg kick. #TD#
River shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. River showed some decent athleticism there.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCain wants to get back to his feet.#T2#
McCain is using up a lot of energy trying to get back to his feet. Perhaps he should improve his position first.#ES2#
McCain manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. River keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
McCain lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
River stalls.
McCain misses with a hook to the ribs.
McCain misses with some punches.
River can't find room to land a body shot as McCain controls the action.
River misses with an elbow over the top.
McCain looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
River lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down McCain.
River softening up his opponent with strikes, against the cage.#BC2#
McCain breaks the clinch.
River staying out of range there.
River does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy. #CL#
River rushes McCain and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.#T3##TD#
River has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics McCain uses from the top position.
River is trying to control the position but McCain postures up.
McCain would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB#
River looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! McCain has picked River up and slammed him! River can't keep hold of the triangle and McCain manages to pass to side control!
River is looking to regain half guard here but McCain keeps moving and retains side control. #SU2#
McCain decides to take the fight back to the feet.
River slips a jab from McCain.
McCain does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
River lands with a right hand. #T4#
McCain misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
McCain throws a body shot but no joy.
McCain chopping away at his opponent's legs.
A chopping leg kick lands by McCain.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Jab by River.
River sizes up McCain with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
McCain on the wrong end of a nice low kick. He's acting like it's no big deal but he doesn't want to take many more of those.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
River drives through and clinches with McCain against the cage.
#BC2#
McCain breaks from the clinch.
McCain walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
River defending well as McCain loads up on a big left hand.
McCain tests River's chin there with a solid looking shot.
River moves in looking to clinch but McCain pushes him off.
A big left from McCain misses.
John McCain is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
McCain misses with a low kick as River jumps back.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
McCain darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
McCain misses with a straight left.
A jab from River misses.
McCain just misses with a punch to the body.
McCain throws a series of punches but River moves out of range.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Bernhard River will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!#R2#
River wants to land a leg kick but McCain is out of range. #TD#
River shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
River scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
River content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
River prevents McCain from standing back up.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCain is refusing to be controlled, as River sits in half guard. #SUB#
River is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. McCain doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time River. #T1#
McCain is not content to let River control the position.
River slips a nice elbow through McCain's hands, connecting with McCain's forehead.
River winds up and cracks McCain with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
River is looking to take a break and control but McCain is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
River stops McCain from getting back to his feet.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
River wants to pass the guard but McCain is defending well.
River seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but McCain does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
McCain tries to kick River off but River keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
River throws a push kick but McCain slaps the foot to one side.
McCain misses with an uppercut
and River counters with a good low kick that McCain was not able to check.
River misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
River checks a leg kick. #T3#
River is looking to chop away at McCain's legs.
River blocks a low kick nicely.
McCain moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
McCain on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
McCain blocks a jab.
River throws a leg kick but McCain moved away.
McCain misses with a wild body shot.
River takes a kick to the side of the head.
River lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
River lands a nice looking kick to the body. McCain takes a step back to recover.
A leg kick checked by McCain.
McCain connects with the punch.
McCain moves into range and connects with a jab.
A clash of legs there as River blocks the low kick.
McCain changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
McCain misses with an uppercut.
McCain keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
River blocks a jab.#T4#
McCain takes a shot right to the bread basket.
A nice inside leg kick there by River. That's going to slow McCain down.
McCain throws a leg kick that is checked
and McCain takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles. #CL#
River closes the distance and clinches.
McCain taking a breather.
River misses with a hook to the ribs.
A body shot lands from River.
River has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by McCain after a bit of a struggle.
Both guys are working to get underhooks.
River tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
A shot in the inside from McCain.
A short right from McCain on the inside.
McCain lands with a short shot to the head.
McCain just leaning against River, taking a breather.
A right hand to the body from River.
River is looking for a takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernhard River. That's going to take a lot out of him.#BC2#
McCain breaks the clinch.
McCain lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
McCain defends well against a solid takedown attempt from River.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Bernhard River will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!#R3#
A big right from River misses.
McCain slips a jab from River.
McCain throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
McCain ducks under a wild hook from River.
McCain cracks River with a good jab.
River lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
River feints and then cracks McCain's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow McCain down.
McCain lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
River gets cracked there but stands up to it.
River looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
River moves out of range of the strikes.
River slips under a jab.
A shot to the liver by River. Beautiful body shot.
River takes a kick to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River tries to clinch up.
McCain tries a quick counter leg kick but River is wise to it.
River throws a hook but McCain blocks it.
River doesn't manage to clinch there - McCain circles away.
River throws a looping overhand right but McCain ducks down to avoid it.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T1#
River swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
River connects with a right hand. McCain shakes it off.
River tries to land a front kick but McCain steps back. That was a bit too telegraphed.
River tests McCain's chin there with a solid looking shot.
River misses with a few strikes there.
A nice combination there by McCain.
McCain tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
McCain cracks River with a good jab.
McCain misses with a low kick as River jumps back.
River throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
McCain is clearly trying to counter these attacks from River with a body shot.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from McCain lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and River has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from River and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
River misses with a wild body shot.
River connects with a single shot there.
This has been an exciting period of action!
River staying out of range there.
A big right from McCain misses.
McCain avoids the body shot from River.
McCain's jab looks to have found its range, popping River under the eye.
McCain swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.#T2#
McCain cracks River with an open hand slap.
McCain connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A looping hook to the body misses from McCain. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from McCain lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and River has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from River and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.#TD#
River fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging McCain to the ground. River is now in McCain's guard.
Bernhard River overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
McCain wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and River manages to pass to side control.
McCain looks like he's trying to stand up.
McCain wants to stand back up but River manages to pass into side control.
#T3#
McCain is looking to get back to his feet here but River is keeping cool and he's managed to take McCain's back.
Oooh a big shot gets through from River. Many more shots like that and the referee will have to think about stepping in!
McCain prevents River from getting a body triangle.
River has good solid back control here.
McCain trying to get back to his feet but River is in full control for now. #T4#
River lands an elbow to the side of the head.
The referee is taking a good look at McCain as he is on the wrong end of some big shots from River!
River connects with a series of strikes and the referee is calling for McCain to escape the position.
McCain trying to get back to his feet but River is in full control for now.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bernhard River showed his dominance in that final round.
Well River has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 30:27
Judge Daniel Bishop scores the fight 30:27
Judge Richard Clark scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bernhard River!
Bernhard River thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SFL 89 | Sakmongkol's Reign
Date: Aug 01, 2021 |
#R1#
Jab, jab by River - just one landing.
River throws a body punch but Doctore moves out of range.
Doctore steps to the side to avoid the strikes from River.
Doctore looks like he wants to counter punch here.
River lands a head shot.
River tries to work over Doctore's front leg with a kick but Doctore checks it.
River throws a right and a left that both miss.
River tries to clinch there but Doctore circles away.
River scores with a slapping inside leg kick.#TD#
River decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
River slows the pace down in half guard.
Doctore looks like he's trying to stand up.
#T1#
Doctore is staying active underneath River, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Doctore looks like he's trying to stand up.
#REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
River throws a series of strikes that have Doctore backpedaling.
#CL#
River has taken the fight to the clinch.
River lands a hook that snaps the head of Doctore backwards.
River misses with a hook to the ribs.
River working aggressively here.
#T2#
River misses with a short punch on the inside.
Come on River - let's have some action - none of this stalling nonsense.
River misses with a punch on the inside.
River jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Doctore walks away with a smile on his face. River gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
River misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
A decent looking cross lands there for River.
Doctore checks the leg kick nicely there.
River lands with a straight right. Doctore didn't see that one coming.#TD#
River looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Doctore uses the cage to get back to his feet.
#T3#
River dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Doctore. That did some damage!#CL#
River has managed to clinch.
River misses with a shot to the kidneys.
Doctore lands a hook to the side of the head.
River tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
River lands a right hand.
River's corner are urging him to control the action in the clinch for a moment, rather than mount any serious offense. I'm sure the crowd appreciate those instructions... not.#BC2#
Doctore breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
#T4#
Doctore takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
Despite the aggression on Doctore's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.#TD#
River closes the distance, clinches up and gets a nice trip takedown into side control. Very smooth.
Doctore tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Doctore is in a horrible position here. River smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
River trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Doctore is in a horrible position here. River smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
You get the feeling that Doctore really doesn't like being in this position too much.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
River tries to clinch but Doctore moves out of range.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by River.
River takes a swing at Doctore's ribcage but misses.
River throws a hook but Doctore blocks it.
River looks for a takedown but Doctore sprawls well.
Doctore takes one to the side of the head.
River connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Doctore just misses with a punch to the body.
Doctore swings for the body but River moves out of range.
River looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Doctore.
Doctore looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
River listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
Doctore blocks a head kick by River.
Doctore feints a counter leg kick.#T1#
River tries to score a power double leg takedown but Doctore sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten River somewhat.
Doctore unleashes a big counter combination but River bobs and weaves and avoids any damage.
River uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Doctore.
Doctore just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromRiver.
River lands a nice shot to the body.
River scores with a push kick.
Bernhard River is winning the standup battle so far.
Doctore uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by River.
As River backs off Doctore throws a huge counter combo but River manages to avoid it all.
River with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
River swings away with a leg kick that misses.
River throws a head kick that misses.
A countering left hand to the body from Doctore misses.
River is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Doctore can do to turn this around?
River with a nice cross.
Nice defenses there by Doctore.
A nice side step and Doctore releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
River lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
#T2#
Doctore has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from Doctore there as he acknowledges the shot.
River goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
River scores with a nice head shot.
A slapping leg kick lands for River.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
River with the inside leg kick.
Doctore takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Doctore is clearly trying to counter these attacks from River with a body shot.
River misses with a wild body shot.
River misses with a wild body shot.
Doctore looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A solid body kick from River.
Doctore lands a nice looking body shot.
Bernhard River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
River looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Doctore chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before River can pounce on him.
#T3#
River lands a nice hook to Doctore's body. Doctore takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
River looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
River throws the kick towards the body but Doctore avoids it.
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Doctore.
#CL2#
Doctore gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
River throws a head punch that misses.
River swings wildly with an uppercut but Doctore uses good head movement to avoid it.
River misses with a body punch.
River misses with the head strike.
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows.
River tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernhard River. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Doctore tries to land knees in the clinch but River avoids the damage to the body.
River pushes off and fires off an elbow that misses, before clinching up again, against the cage.
Doctore doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
River tries to work over Doctore's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Doctore prevents a body shot from River.
Doctore misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from River.
River misses with a short punch on the inside.
River tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage.
River misses with a body punch.
River struggles to land a body shot inside as Doctore controls his hands.
A short body shot lands from Doctore as the two fighters clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River dominated that second round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
River is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Doctore.
Doctore takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Doctore takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
River tries to clinch there but Doctore circles away.
Despite the aggression on Doctore's face he doesn't fully commit to the counter.
River goes for a spinning back kick but it misses.
River feints and then cracks Doctore's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Doctore down.
Doctore avoids the body shot from River.
Doctore lands a nice looking body shot.
Nice body kick there by River.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Good leg kick by River.
Doctore slips a jab from River.#CL#
River moves into range and clinches up with Doctore.
River tries a body shot but Doctore blocks it.
#T1#
Doctore lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt River or not.
Doctore prevents a body shot from River.
River misses with a shot to the kidneys.
A right hand to the body from Doctore.
River tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Doctore will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning River up against the cage.
Bernhard River has scored more points in the clinch so far.
River tries to throw a body punch but Doctore avoids it by throwing River back against the cage.
River has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Doctore avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
River tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
River is leaning against Doctore and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.#BC2#
Doctore escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T2#
River lands a really nice looking cross but Doctore seems unphased.
Doctore just misses with a punch to the body.
Doctore shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it. #CL#
River closes the distance and pushes Doctore back into the cage.
Oenomaus Doctore has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
River tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
River tries to score a body lock takedown but Doctore shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
River misses with the head strike.
River lands with a light punch inside.
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Doctore.
River working aggressively here.
River misses with the head strike.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Doctore will no doubt start fighting again in a minute but for now he's just having a little rest, leaning River up against the cage.#T3#
Doctore avoiding damage.
The crowd are getting on Doctore's back here. They're not happy about his lack of aggression in the clinch.
River misses with some punches.
A shot in the inside from River.
River tries to pull guard but Doctore forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernhard River. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Doctore tries to take the fight to the ground by pulling guard but can't manage it.
Doctore fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
River slowing the pace effectively.
River lands with a good tight uppercut to the head. #BC2#
Doctore's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
River scores with a hook to the body. Doctore takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #T4#
River misses the shot to the body.
Doctore swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
River keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Doctore is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down River rather than just go for the knockout.#CL#
River drives through and clinches with Doctore against the cage.
River drops down looking for an ankle pick but Doctore pulls his leg out and moves away.
River lands a nice looking body shot.
Ooooh, nice body kick lands from River. Doctore shrugs it off though.
River thuds his right hand into Doctore's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#TD#
River closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Doctore misses with some strikes from the bottom.
#SUB2#
Doctore looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bernhard River showed his dominance in that final round.
Well River has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Darius Henderson scores the fight 30:27
Judge Donatello Bradman scores the fight 30:27
Judge Eliza Hachem scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bernhard River!
Bernhard River decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well. |
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Event:
SFL 79 | Sitsongrit vs Gavin
Date: Jun 16, 2021 |
#R1#
Kidd buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Kidd tried to score with a low kick but River checks it.
A low kick lands for Kidd.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
River has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Rivers Edge Gym in the buildup to the fight.
Wow, both these guys are really going for it!
Nice jab there from Kidd.
River fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but Kidd is out of range.
River lands a kick to the ribs of his opponent. Nice work there - in and out in a flash.
River lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
A big right from Kidd misses.
River lands a jab to the nose.
River takes one to the chin there.
River misses with a low kick.
River shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Kidd darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Kidd missing with a left hand there. River was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
River is looking to score with low kicks.
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Kidd is just out of range.
A looping hook to the body misses from Kidd. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kidd doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
River ducks under a wild hook from Kidd.
Kidd scores with a jab to the jaw.
A solid leg kick lands there for River.
Kidd throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
River throws a chopping leg kick but Kidd manages to avoid taking any serious damage.#T1#
Kidd throws a hook but River blocks it.
Kidd scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
Kidd is looking to score with low kicks.
River throws the left hand but Kidd avoids the punch easily.
River slips under a jab from Kidd.
Kidd throws a jab when River was well out of range.
Kidd scores with a nice head shot.
Kidd connects with a looping left hand that seems like it dazed River momentarily.
River stuns Kidd with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
Good shot there by River.
River ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
River uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Kidd has time to react.
River throws a half hearted mid kick.
Kidd misses with a hook.
Kidd has been spending a lot of time sparring his boxing in the run up to the fight, trying to sharpen up those hands and look for a knockout.
Nice defenses there by River.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kidd jabbing away but nothing is landing.
Kidd misses the jab.
River needs to keep his hands up - Kidd had a free shot at his head there.
River moves forwards but Kidd connects with a nice, crisp jab.
Kidd throws the left hand but River avoids the punch easily.
River throws out a leg kick but Kidd moves out of range and River only half commits. #T2#
A left lands for Kidd.
Kidd moves out of range as River throws a body kick.
Killer Kidd seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Kidd moves out of range of the leg kick from River.
River moves out of range of the strikes.
Kidd takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#CL#
Kidd tries to keep at a distance but River has taken the fight into the clinch.
River doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
#BC2#
Kidd escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Kidd dodges the punch combination from River.
River takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
The fighters circle momentarily. Kidd darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.#CL#
River takes the fight into the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Kidd.
Kidd lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Kidd lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt River or not.
River stalling against the cage.
River pressing his opponent against the cage. #T3#
River goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
A short right from Kidd. #BC2#
Kidd breaks from the clinch.
River slips under a jab.
Kidd lands a head shot.
Kidd connects with the punch.
Kidd's jab looks to have found its range, popping River under the eye.
River slips under a jab from Kidd.
River throws out a leg kick but Kidd moves out of range and River only half commits.
River misses with a two punch combination.
Kidd let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Kidd misses with a straight right.
Kidd dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Kidd looks to land a left hand but River moved out of range nicely.
Kidd moves out of range of the body kick.
Kidd checks a leg kick.
Kidd looks like he wants to counter punch here.
Kidd throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
Kidd is landing a lot of head punches in this opening round! River had better start moving his head a bit unless he wants his face to turn into mush.
Kidd lands with a thumping leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Kidd misses with a hook
and River counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
Kidd keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
River tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Kidd paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Kidd throws a looping overhand right but River ducks down to avoid it.
Kidd throws the left hand but River avoids the punch easily.
Killer Kidd is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
River tries to close the distance and clinch up but Kidd swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Kidd throws a lazy right hand but River sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Kidd bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Kidd drops his hands momentarily and River takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
Kidd throws a jab but it's blocked by River.
River bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
River feinted there with a counter leg kick.
Kidd avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
River with a jab.
Kidd moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
River scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
River swinging wildly here.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kidd thuds his right hand into River's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Kidd lunges at River with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by River's hand.
Kidd throws a leg kick which misses River's front leg but catches the back leg as River tries to avoid it.
Kidd avoids a low kick by using good footwork.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Killer Kidd dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2#
Kidd closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Kidd throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
Donk. Kidd catches River right on the button with a cross.
River walks into a stiff left hand from Kidd.
River throws a front kick that sends Kidd stumbling back into the cage.
River takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Kidd tries to land a leg kick but River saw it coming and moves away.
River is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Decent striking displayed by Kidd there.
River throws a sloppy head kick and Kidd moves out of range easily.
Kidd paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Nice shot lands for Kidd.
Nice body punch from Kidd.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Nice uppercut there from Kidd.
Kidd walks into a jab.
That kick from River tenderised Kidd's leg. Kidd is trying to keep his angry face on.
A cross from River lands.
Kidd misses with a low kick.
River throws the kick towards the body but Kidd avoids it.
Kidd connects with a body shot that sends River's belly button to the back.
Nice shot by Kidd.
Kidd looks to land a left hand but River moved out of range nicely.#T1#
Kidd moves out of range of the strikes.
A slow jab from Kidd misses its intended target.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
A punch combination from River misses.
Kidd throws a nice outside leg kick.
River takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
River misses with a takedown attempt - Kidd sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
River looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Kidd misses with a hook. River ducked under it nicely.
Kidd uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by River.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
River moves out of range of the strikes.
Kidd scores with a leg kick.
Kidd ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Kidd lands a slapping body shot.
River wants to slow Kidd down by chopping away at his legs.
Kidd misses with a wild body shot.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Kidd does a little dance to reset his feet.
Kidd throws an overhand right that lands on River's shoulder, as River tries to avoid the shot.
A head kick misses from River.
Kidd swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Kidd looks to land a left hand but River moved out of range nicely.#T2#
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Kidd fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
River throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
River throws a nice outside leg kick.
River tries a head kick but it misses.
Kidd bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Kidd takes a body punch that cleary hurt but he's trying not to show any weakness.
River throws a hook but Kidd avoids it easily.
Kidd steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from River. That one must have hurt.
River uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Kidd.
River chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Kidd can pounce on him.
#TD#
River fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Kidd to the ground. River is now in Kidd's guard.
Kidd manages to escape and get back to his feet.
Kidd shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
River lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but Kidd circles away quickly and effectively.
River throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Kidd has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
River moves out of range of the strikes.
Kidd throws out a loose jab but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
Kidd swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Killer Kidd seems to be getting the better of the standup.
River throws a body kick but he was well out of range there. #T3#
Nice straight punches there by Kidd. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Kidd.
Kidd steps to the side to avoid the strikes from River.
Kidd leaves River with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
River backing away here, and Kidd unleashes a leg kick that just misses.
Nice uppercut there from Kidd.
Kidd looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
River shakes his hands off, looking to compose himself, but takes a jab to the jaw whilst he does it.
River keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
River slips under a jab from Kidd.
River lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Kidd at a distance.
Kidd with a hook.
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kidd, as that shot connected.
Kidd misses the jab.
A telegraphed right hand from River misses the target.
River ducks under a wild hook from Kidd.
Kidd swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Kidd cracks River with a right hand to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
River dives in and grabs Kidd's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kidd pushes down on River's head and hops out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernhard River. That's going to take a lot out of him.#T4#
Kidd slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
River is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
River misses with a series of wild punches.
Kidd waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract River.
River with a nice calf kick.
River dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Kidd. That did some damage!
Kidd stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
River misses with a series of wild punches.
That kick from Kidd tenderised River's leg. River is trying to keep his angry face on.
Kidd misses with an uppercut. River saw that one coming.
Kidd with a hook.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from River.
Kidd moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
As the round comes to an end the crowd are showing their appreciation for a great round of action.
River tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
Kidd displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as River throws out the jab.
Kidd with the inside leg kick.
River lands with a nice body punch.
Kidd throws an ugly left hook that misses
and River counters with a thumping low kick.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Killer Kidd showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
Kidd throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
River fakes low and throws an overhand right that catches Kidd on the side of the head.
Kidd avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
River tries a head kick but it misses.
River throws a right high kick that is partially blocked by Kidd.
River tries a low kick but Kidd avoids it.
River throws a right hand that Kidd ducks under and follows up with a left that Kidd also avoids with ease.
River checks a low kick from Kidd.
Kidd lands a body shot.
#CL#
River pushes Kidd up against the cage in a clinch.
River is trying to drag Kidd to the mat but Kidd just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
Kidd lands on the inside with an uppercut.
River misses with some punches.
River stalling in the clinch but Kidd improves position.
River tries a body shot but Kidd blocks it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by River.
Kidd blocks an uppercut.
Kidd can't break the clinch.
Kidd managing to block the knees to the body from River.
#T1#
River scores with a nice hook to the head.
Kidd misses with the head strike.
Kidd blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#BC2#
Kidd breaks the clinch.
Nice shot lands for Kidd.
River getting the better of the striking in that exchange.#CL#
River moves into the clinch.
With the fighters up against the cage, River throws an elbow but misses.
Kidd lands with a right to the head.
River goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
Kidd tries to break the clinch but River is controlling the position.
River pushes Kidd back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
River has Kidd pressed against the cage, preventing Kidd from circling away and getting back to striking at range.
River makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
A head punch on the inside from Kidd fails to land.
River fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Kidd lands a left hand that snaps the head of River backwards.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
River misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Kidd.
#BC2#
Kidd escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
#T2#
A big right from Kidd misses.
River takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
River misses with a looping left.
Kidd swings away with a leg kick that misses.
A nice leg kick lands there from Kidd.
River avoids the body shot from Kidd.
River throws a nice inside leg kick.
A big left from Kidd misses.
River cracks Kidd with a good jab.
River throws a hook but Kidd avoids it easily.
River uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Kidd.
Kidd is looking to score with low kicks.
A slow jab from Kidd misses its intended target.
Kidd connects with a body shot.
Kidd lands with a nice body punch.
Kidd misses with a straight right.
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Kidd.
River chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Kidd takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Kidd misses with a low kick.
It appears River was looking to counter with a kick there.
Bernhard River has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Kidd, as that shot connected.
Kidd throws out a powerful jab.
Kidd misses with a low kick.
River throws a quick counter kick to the body but Kidd avoids it.
River misses with a body kick.
Kidd takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
Kidd moves out of range of the body kick from River.
River takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
Kidd scores with a decent looking hook.
A shot to the liver by River. Beautiful body shot.
Kidd looks to score with a combo but nothing lands.
River slips a jab from Kidd.
Kidd lands with a thumping leg kick.
River works over Kidd's head and body with a nice combination.#CUT#It looks like Killer Kidd has been cut.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Kidd uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before River has time to react.
Kidd takes a swing at River's ribcage but misses.
River on the wrong end of a nice jab.
River on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kidd scores with a jab to the head.
River has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from River there as he acknowledges the shot.#T4#
Kidd misses with a looping left.
Kidd lands a nice looking body shot.
Kidd scores with a crisp jab that stopped River in his tracks.
River drops his hands and takes a jab to the jaw for his troubles.
Kidd throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
River throws a jab when Kidd was well out of range.
Kidd swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A big right from Kidd misses.
Kidd lands with a shot to the body.
River walks into a left hand.
A slapping leg kick lands for Kidd.
River misses with a body kick.
River checks a low kick from Kidd.
Kidd avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Kidd scores with a sloppy right hand. River should have avoided that one.
Kidd connects with the punch.
Kidd looks to land a left hand but River moved out of range nicely.
Kidd cracks River with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
River finds nothing but air with that leg kick attempt.
Kidd tries a quick counter leg kick but River is wise to it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Killer Kidd comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Kidd winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 27:30
Judge Colin Fotheringham scores the fight 27:30
Judge Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Killer Kidd!
After the fight, Killer Kidd 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:
SFL 71 | Turf War
Date: May 16, 2021 |
#R1#
McCain has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from River.
McCain listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
McCain throws a solid leg kick but River takes the impact on his shin and smiles at McCain.
McCain throws a leg kick but he was too far away and it doesn't land.
McCain 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.
A nice inside leg kick there by River. That's going to slow McCain down.
McCain displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as River throws out the jab.
River throws a head kick but McCain moves out of range.
McCain connects with a solid leg kick.
River lands with a head kick! That's gotta hurt.
McCain has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from River finds it's way round the side to connect with McCain's head. #TD2#
River 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 fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
McCain is pulling down on River's head. It's preventing any offense from River, at least for the moment.
River stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. McCain swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
McCain has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but River can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
River controls from within his opponent's guard. #T1#
River's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB#
McCain is looking for a triangle here but River uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
McCain is looking to reverse the position.
River with the ground and pound but McCain regains half guard under the barage of strikes. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
McCain wants to improve his position but River is controlling well.
McCain trying to control from the bottom.
River frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
River tries to control but McCain wriggling away.
River prevents McCain from getting the reversal.
McCain wants to control but River is having none of it.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
River cracks McCain with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
McCain is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T3#
River tries to control but McCain wriggling away.
McCain wants to hold on but River pushes him away.
McCain is wriggling around trying to escape.
McCain tries to lock up and control but River gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
McCain is trying to escape the mount.
McCain tries to hold on but River postures up.
River has his opponent pinned against the cage, landing some nasty ground and pound that is really making a bit of a mess out of McCain's face.
McCain is desperately trying to improve his position but River has a good base and remains in mount.
McCain wants to control but River is having none of it.
McCain is in all sorts of trouble here.
#T4#
McCain tries to hold on but River postures up.
McCain is wriggling around trying to escape.
McCain tries to lock up and control but River gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!#R2#
River slips a jab from McCain.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from McCain lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and River has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from River and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
McCain throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
River turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
River ducks under a wild hook from McCain.
McCain misses with a lunging right hand
and McCain takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
McCain throws a body shot but no joy.
River lands an overhand right.
McCain avoids the body shot from River.
Bernhard River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCain moves away.
McCain was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
McCain throws a low kick, looking for River's leg but River calmly moves out of range.
River tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
McCain does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
River now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
McCain with a nice cross.
River throws a right and a left that McCain avoids nicely.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from McCain.
River lands a body shot.
McCain throws an overhand right that lands on River's shoulder, as River tries to avoid the shot. #T1#
McCain blocks a jab.
As River backs away, McCain returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
River staying out of range there.
River blocks a jab.
River buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
#TD2#
McCain tries to sprawl but River drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB#
McCain looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
River sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. McCain defending well though.
Bernhard River has got the better of the ground game so far.#SUB#
McCain looking for submissions off his back.
River is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position.
River wants to control but McCain is keeping him busy.
River has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T2#
River tries to pass to full mount but McCain defends it.
River has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
McCain wants to hold on but River pushes him away.
McCain is squirming around, avoiding River's attempts to control the action.
River prevents McCain from getting the reversal.
River landing strikes from the mount.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
McCain is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T3##SUB2#
River is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but McCain is surviving well by controlling River's body position as best he can.
River working McCain over with strikes here.
McCain tries to lock up and control but River gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
River working away from the top, dropping strikes.
River lands a big elbow.
McCain wants to control but River is having none of it.
McCain doing his best to control the position. Can he escape?
River landing punches. #T4#
McCain is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
River wants to control the pace but McCain is squirming around nicely.
River is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.
River avoids the attempt from McCain to control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
McCain really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
#SUB2#
River goes for an armbar but McCain turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from McCain.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!#SUB2#
River has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. McCain 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 River.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!#R3#
River throws a front kick that sends McCain stumbling back into the cage.
River with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A big left from McCain misses.
River looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
River lands a nice leg kick that just misses McCain's sensitive parts.
McCain takes a punch to the jaw and another one to the bread basket.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but McCain moves away.
McCain throws a hook to the side of River's head but River sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from McCain.
River throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
River lands with a thumping leg kick.
River is throwing a lot of body shots here, looking to wear down McCain rather than just go for the knockout.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McCain lands with a shot to the body.
River moves out of range of the strikes.
River misses with a straight left.
River takes a swing at McCain's ribcage but misses.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
McCain throws a nice inside leg kick.
McCain steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from River. That one must have hurt.#T1#
McCain moves out of range of the leg kick from River.
River throws a quick inside leg kick.
A big left from River misses.
A decent looking cross lands there for River.
McCain throws a hook but River avoids it easily.
That kick from River tenderised McCain's leg. McCain is trying to keep his angry face on.
McCain throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
River digs a good hook to McCain's body.
McCain misses with a low kick.
River scores with a jab to the head.
River shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
John McCain has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
River turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
McCain is hobbling a little on that front leg after taking quite a few leg kicks so far in this fight.
River throws out a loose jab but McCain uses good head movement to avoid it.
McCain takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
River stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
McCain misses with a body shot.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
River tried to score with a low kick but McCain checks it.#T2#
River dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
McCain wants to slow River down by chopping away at his legs.
River scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
River swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by McCain.
Both fighters circling a little - River finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
McCain on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
McCain swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by River.
McCain throws a jab when River was well out of range.
A big left from McCain misses.
River lands a jab to McCain's midsection.
McCain tries to move into range but River moves to the side and lands with a nice right hand.
River stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
McCain throws a monster uppercut resembling something out of street fighter but it doesn't land.
And an attempted straight right on the counter from River! But no joy.
McCain fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
McCain buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
McCain takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
River tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.#T3##TD2#
River looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for McCain!#SUB2#
River swings around for an armbar but McCain sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into River's guard.
McCain trying to control the position from guard on top but River is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
River throws his legs up looking for a submission but McCain uses it to pass to side control.
#T4#
River parries the strikes from McCain easily there. McCain is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable River to escape.
River tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but McCain wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control. #SUB#
McCain tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no McCain has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
McCain swings around for an armbar but River sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into McCain's guard.
This has been an exciting period of action!#SUB#
McCain isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. River stacks McCain 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 River!
River wants to control but McCain is keeping him busy.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bernhard River comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well River has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Don Winkell scores the fight 27:30
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bernhard River!
An out of breath Bernhard River 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:
SFL 62 | Kilgore vs Simon II
Date: Apr 09, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Chin darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Chin is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and River defends it well.
River is refusing to be controlled, as Chin sits in half guard.
River is trying to maintain the position but Chin is very close to passing his half guard.
Chin is trying to control the action in half guard but River is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River is controlling Chin's position as best he can from this difficult position.
River is not content to let Chin control the position.
River is looking for a sweep. Chin is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1#
Chin is just content to waste time from the top position. River takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Chin trying to control the position from guard on top but River is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
River tries to land a sweep but no joy.
Chin works a leg free and moves into half guard.
River is pressing down on Chin's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Chin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. River swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Chin's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T2#
Chin sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed River's guard.
River wants to get back to full guard.
Chin trying to control from half guard but River is working away. #SUB#
Chin is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, River has managed to free his arm - good work.
River trying to control from the bottom.
#SUB2#
River looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
River won't allow Chin to pass to mount.
Chin is trying to control. River wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
The referee claps his hands together and tells the fighters to work.
Chin is really struggling to control River but he's trying to hold on to the position.#T3#
River wants to control but Chin is keeping busy and won't allow it. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
River throws a looping overhand right but Chin ducks down to avoid it.
River misses with a two punch combination.
A low kick lands for River.
Chin keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chin tries to counter by clinching up but River breaks away and moves out of range.
River blocks the body kick.
River swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
An inside leg kick from Chin misses.
River just misses with a punch to the body.
Chin misses with a body shot.
River scores with a shot to the body.
#T4#
Chin fails with an attempt to clinch.
Chin swings for the body but River moves out of range.
River misses with the combination.
Chin gets cracked there but stands up to it.
River thuds his shin into the meat of Chin's side.#CL#
Chin instigates a clinch.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Chin tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked. #BC2#
River breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
River tries to score with a low kick but Chin moves his leg out of the way.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from River enables Chin to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. River manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Chin passes River's left leg - he's now in half guard.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Uriah Chin will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
River misses with an uppercut. Chin saw that one coming.
River misses with a left hand #CL#
and Chin counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
Chin using the Thai plumb to throw knees but River has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
Our sources have told us that Chin has been working on his knees in the buildup to the fight.
Chin tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and River avoids it.
Chin throws a punch but it's blocked by River.
Chin looking to throw knees to the head but River is blocking nicely.
River misses with an elbow strike.
River tries to work over Chin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
River is trying to slow down the pace in the clinch, to catch his breath.
Chin using the Thai plumb to throw knees but River has his back arched nicely, preventing the strike.
River tries to work over Chin's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chin prevents a body shot from River.
River misses with a body punch.
#BC2#
River breaks the clinch.
Good leg kick by River.
River tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Chin was well out of range. Poor timing from River.
A telegraphed right hand from River misses the target. #T1#
River turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Chin avoids the body shot from River.
River lands a jab to the nose.
River avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
River swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Chin moves in looking to clinch but River pushes him off.
River throws a leg kick that is checked
and Chin counters with a nice uppercut.
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Chin is just out of range.#CL#
Chin moves into the clinch.#BC2#
River escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
River checks a low kick from Chin.
A looping hook to the body misses from Chin. River does a little dance to reset his feet.
River throws out a counter right but Chin avoids it with no problem.
Chin tries to clinch up but River circles away and keeps his distance.#T2#
Chin tries to clinch there but River circles away.
River avoids the body shot from Chin.
Chin throws a sloppy body shot
and River counters with a lovely straight right hand!
River misses the shot to the body.
Chin blocks a leg kick.
Chin appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
River just misses with a punch to the body.
Chin tries to clinch but River moves away
and he gets countered with a snapping leg kick.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River lands with a good body shot.
Chin closes the distance looking to clinch
and River counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Chin doesn't succeed with the takedown
and River counters with a stiff right hand. #ROC2#Chin is rocked!#T3#
Chin fails with an attempt to clinch.
The fight stays on the outside here - Chin looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
River lands with a good body shot.
Chin tries to clinch up
and River counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
Oh Chin is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
River fakes the leg kick and cracks Chin in the body.
Chin wants to clinch up but River keeps it at a distance.
River dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Chin. That did some damage!
Chin seems to have got his legs back now.
River throws a leg kick but Chin checks it. #T4#
Chin looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Chin throws a right hand that River ducks under and follows up with a left that River also avoids with ease.
It seemed like River was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
River throws a sloppy head kick and Chin moves out of range easily.
A big right from River misses.
River scoring well with a low kick there.
Chin fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
River shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Good leg kick by Chin.
Chin lunges at River with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by River's hand.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Chin cracks a nice hook into River's ribs.
Bernhard River seems to be getting the better of the standup.
River misses with a series of wild punches.
Chin tries to counter by moving into the clinch but River manages to circle out of the way.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! Let's hear some noise people - this is the final round!#R3#
A good leg kick by River.
River scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
River lands with a right hand.
Chin blocks a low kick nicely.#CL#
Chin moves into the clinch.
Chin has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. River avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Chin blocks the elbow strike.
#TD2#
River decides to pull guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River keeping moving, preventing Chin from controlling successfully.
River trying to keep a closed guard but Chin is proving a slippery customer.
River working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Chin. #T1#
Chin in full guard, throwing the ground and pound. No damage this time. #SUB2#
River has his foot on Chin's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chin works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
River throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
River has his foot on Chin's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Chin works his way back into a safe position though.
River keeping moving, preventing Chin from controlling successfully.
Chin trying to pass the guard. He's being very persistent here but River manages to land a sweep and now he's on top! #REVB##T2##SUB#
Chin is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
River thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Chin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
River postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Chin looking for a sweep. Not yet Chin, not yet.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Chin holds on and takes a little breather. #T3#
River working some strikes from top position.
Chin working a defensive guard here.
River trying to control but Chin is working from the bottom.
Uriah Chin overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
River preventing the sweep.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
Chin is trying to control the position from the bottom.
River controlling from the top position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
River misses the shot to the body. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
River bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Chin defending well as River loads up on a big left hand.
As River tries to get set, Chin tries to push him back and clinch up but River manages to avoid the attempt.
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body.
Chin misses with a body shot.
Chin closes the distance looking to clinch
and River counters with a low kick, right behind Chin 's knee.
River throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chin tries to clinch up.
River let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.
Chin bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
River has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
River swings for the body but Chin moves out of range.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bernhard River comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think River has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Yukihiro Shimada scores the fight 28:29
Judge Yuuki Gou scores the fight 28:29
Judge Hirohito Nitta scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bernhard River!
A very excited looking Bernhard River 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 53 | Atunes vs Kai
Date: Mar 07, 2021 |
#R1#
River throws a front kick that sends Nouveau stumbling back into the cage.
River punishes Nouveau's body with a nice straight punch.
River defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Nouveau.
Nouveau with a lazy takedown attempt
and River counters with a low kick, right behind Nouveau 's knee.
Nouveau takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
River fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Nouveau has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#CL#
Nouveau gets a clinch.
We've been informed that River has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.#TD#
Nouveau gets control of River's arms and successfully pulls guard. Nouveau will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Nouveau not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
River trying to control but Nouveau is working from the bottom.
River is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #SUB#
River stands up over his opponent, looking to dive in with a big punch. Here he comes, superman style! Oh, the punch misses and Nouveau has got him in a triangle choke for good measure! Oh no! River manages to get his head free but now Nouveau has transitioned to an armbar! River grimaces and is forced to tap! Beautiful Jiu Jitsu from Nouveau! I'd be surprised if that didn't end up as submission of the night!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Theodore Nouveau!
Theodore Nouveau looked relieved post fight as he said the following; 'Im coming for you, girls'. |
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Event:
SFL 46 | Taneyev vs Murhapuro
Date: Feb 07, 2021 |
#R1#
A low kick from River misses
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a lovely straight right hand!
Gro Ulfimph looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
River fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Gro Ulfimph has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
River throws a leg kick
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a nice uppercut.
A jab from River does it's job there.
Gro Ulfimph checks a leg kick nicely.
Gro Ulfimph takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gro Ulfimph blocks a head kick by River.
An attempted straight right counter from Gro Ulfimph misses the target.
River connects with an inside leg kick.
Gro Ulfimph avoids a punch combination nicely.
It looked like Gro Ulfimph was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from River.#T1#
River misses with a wild body shot.
River throws a low kick but it's checked well by Gro Ulfimph.
It looked like Gro Ulfimph wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
River throws a right hand that Gro Ulfimph ducks under and follows up with a left that Gro Ulfimph also avoids with ease.
River will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
Gro Ulfimph was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.
A low kick from River is predictable there
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a stiff right hand.
Nice body punch from River.
River throws a jab when Gro Ulfimph was well out of range.
An attempted straight right counter from Gro Ulfimph misses the target.
River throws a jab but it's blocked by Gro Ulfimph. #T2#
River throws a body kick, spinning off balance
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a stiff right hand.
River rushes in with a sloppy looking punch
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a quick right hand to the jaw.
River moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
River waving his hands out in front of him, looking to distract Gro Ulfimph.
Gro Ulfimph is looking for a counter combo.
River misses with an uppercut
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a slapping leg kick.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River throws an off balance right hand
enabling Gro Ulfimph to counter with a crisp jab.
River moves into range and lands a nice leg kick.
Bernhard River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
River lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.#T3#
River walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Gro Ulfimph checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Gro Ulfimph swung with a counter punch to the body but it didn't connect.
Gro Ulfimph stumbles momentarily as he takes a strong leg kick from River.
River throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a stiff right hand.
Gro Ulfimph takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Gro Ulfimph takes a nasty kick to the mid section... That should keep him thinking. Does he try and block and risk a head kick landing?
A low kick from River is predictable there
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a nice uppercut.
River throws a half hearted mid kick.
Gro Ulfimph checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
A little feinted left hand from Gro Ulfimph on the counter but he doesn't commit to it.
River shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down. #T4#
A low kick lands for River.
River throws a wild body kick that Gro Ulfimph sees coming a mile off.
River bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Gro Ulfimph's head.
River thows a leg kick but Gro Ulfimph checks it
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a right hand to the body.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
River throws a big shot that misses.
A low kick from River is predictable there
and Gro Ulfimph makes him pay by landing a thudding low kick.
River throws a nice outside leg kick.
River throws a body kick despite being completely out of range
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a stiff right hand.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
River throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
River has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
River lands a glancing blow to the side of Gro Ulfimph's head.
River chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Bernhard River seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Gro Ulfimph blocks the body kick.
Gro Ulfimph is looking to counter with head kicks.
River misses with a shot to the body
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
River turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A shot to the body from River misses
and Gro Ulfimph connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
River misses with a shot to the body
enabling Gro Ulfimph to counter with a crisp jab.
A low kick from River is predictable there
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt. #T1#
River lands with a shot to the body.
A head kick misses from River.
River just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromGro Ulfimph.
A telegraphed right hand from River misses the target.
Gro Ulfimph looked to counter with a high kick but didn't commit.
River misses with a lunging right hand
and Gro Ulfimph connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
River pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A counter left hand to the body from Gro Ulfimph misses its target.
River misses with a head kick.
As River backs away, Gro Ulfimph returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
River is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Gro Ulfimph.
A quick step to the side and Gro Ulfimph tries to counter with a shot to the body but it doesn't connect.
River throws a good cross that connects.
#T2#
A jab lands there for River.
Gro Ulfimph takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
This entire fight has taken place on the feet so far and you wonder whether Gro Ulfimph might be better served trying to take this one to the ground because he's losing the standup battle so far.
River scores with a nice head shot.
River misses with a body kick.
River throws out a loose jab but Gro Ulfimph uses good head movement to avoid it.
River just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromGro Ulfimph.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
River throws the left hand but Gro Ulfimph avoids the punch easily.
Gro Ulfimph takes a body punch but keeps moving.
River misses with a looping right.
Gro Ulfimph was looking to counter that move with a punch but didn't quite pull the trigger.#T3#
River throws a leg kick
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a left to the body.
River connects with a jab.
River scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Gro Ulfimph checks the leg kick.
As River backs away, Gro Ulfimph returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Gro Ulfimph tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
River scores with a decent looking hook.
River throws a lazy head kick
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a nice uppercut.
A low kick from River is predictable there
letting Gro Ulfimph counter with a right hand. #T4#
Gro Ulfimph walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
River throws a nice head kick!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Gro Ulfimph keeping at a good range here, avoiding a leg kick.
River scores with a big left there. The judges will like that one.
River misses with a jab, cross combination.
River misses with a straight right.
A swing and a miss from River.
River misses with a body shot.
Gro Ulfimph seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.
River misses with a body kick.
Gro Ulfimph is looking to counter punch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare each other down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
River swings widly with a right hand
and Gro Ulfimph connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
River is looking to score with low kicks.
Gro Ulfimph avoids the body shot from River.
Gro Ulfimph takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
A jab from River does it's job there.
Nice body kick from River.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A bone on bone clash there as Gro Ulfimph blocks the leg kick.
A nice inside leg kick there by River. That's going to slow Gro Ulfimph down.
River lands a body shot.
#T1#
Nice defenses there by Gro Ulfimph.
River goes for a high kick. It partially lands.
River explodes with a nice body kick and back out of range. Nice work.
River misses with a right hand
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a nice low kick that buckles River's knee momentarily.
A jab from River misses.
A punch combination from River misses.
River misses with a head kick.
Gro Ulfimph swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
Murzol Gro Ulfimph has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
River throws a body kick that misses.
River throws a nice inside leg kick.
River misses with a low kick as Gro Ulfimph jumps back.
River throws a half hearted mid kick.
Gro Ulfimph throws a big counter combination but River scrambles out of danger and avoids any damage.
Gro Ulfimph keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
River lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
River is looking to chop away at Gro Ulfimph's legs.
River misses with a double jab
enabling Gro Ulfimph to counter with a crisp jab. #T3#
River misses with a low kick as Gro Ulfimph jumps back.
Gro Ulfimph throws a counter high kick but River was just alert enough to avoid it.
River lands a slapping body shot.
Gro Ulfimph checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
River just manages to avoid a counter high kick fromGro Ulfimph.
River misses with a hook to the body
letting Gro Ulfimph counter with a right hand.
Gro Ulfimph slips under a jab from River.
Gro Ulfimph swung with a counter right hand that didn't connect.
A head kick by River misses
and Gro Ulfimph counters with a big right hand! Oh River is in trouble here! Gro Ulfimph follows up with more strikes and that's it! The ref has stopped it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:51 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Murzol Gro Ulfimph!
Murzol Gro Ulfimph thanked the fans post fight for their support. |
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Event:
SFL 38 | Fusi vs Babinski III
Date: Jan 09, 2021 |
#R1#
River connects with a solid leg kick.
Heimo swings and misses with a hook to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from River misses the target.
River takes a punch right to his stomach. That took the wind out of him momentarily.
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Heimo.
Heimo misses with an uppercut.
Heimo comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
River moves out of range of the body kick.#CL2#
River takes the fight into the clinch.
River goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#BC#
Heimo breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Heimo tries a head kick but it misses.
Heimo pulls out of a head kick attempt.
River slips under a jab from Heimo.
Heimo throws a push kick but River slaps the foot to one side.
River ducks under a wild hook from Heimo.
Heimo will need to close the distance a bit before he attacks - that leg kick was thrown from too far away.
River is clearly trying to counter these attacks from Heimo with a body shot.
River cracks Heimo with a nice right hand that draws applause from the crowd.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Heimo moves forwards but River connects with a nice, crisp jab.
River on the wrong end of a nice hook.
River uses good footwork to avoid the strikes from Heimo.
We've been informed that River has been sparring a lot of Muay Thai in the buildup to this fight so let's see if that has an impact on the result.#T1#
Heimo gets off balance looking for a body kick
and River connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
A head kick misses from Heimo. #TD2#
River drives through with a takedown into Heimo's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Heimo pushes River off and scrambles back to his feet.
Heimo misses with a hook.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
Heimo throws a low kick, looking for River's leg but River calmly moves out of range.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
River displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Heimo throws out the jab.
Good standup being displayed there by Heimo as he connects with a hook.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
River lands a vicious shot with the stealth of a sniper and the strength of a viper. Are vipers that strong? I can think of lots of things that are stronger than a viper - not many rhyme with sniper though.
Heimo throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
#CL2#
River clinches up against the cage.
River digs a right hand underneath Heimo's ribcage. Heimo let out a lung full of air as it connected.
River scores with an uppercut up the middle.
River throws a head punch that misses.
Heimo is trying to break the clinch but River is controlling him.
Heimo blocks a body shot from River.
River goes for a body shot but it's blocked.
#T2#
A battle for position here, against the cage.
Heimo is working hard here but doesn't seem to be able to control effectively, up against the cage.
Heimo blocks a punch to the side of the head.
Heimo tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Heimo misses with a shot to the kidneys.
River lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Heimo.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
River taking a breather.
Heimo is trying to break the clinch but River has him pressed against the cage. #BC#
Heimo's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
River with a hook.
River uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Heimo.
Heimo dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
River misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Heimo throws a push kick but River slaps the foot to one side.
Aleksi Heimo is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#TD2#
River shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Heimo napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Heimo sneaks out the side door and pushes River away - he's back to his feet. The crowd show their appreciation for the escape.#T3#
River with a body punch. A glancing blow.
A nice leg kick from Heimo, right into the meat of the thigh.
Nice cross by River.#ROC2#Heimo is rocked!
A nice inside leg kick there by River. That's going to slow Heimo down.
Oh Heimo is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
BAM! River delivers a spinning backfist that drops Heimo like a ragdoll! This is all oooooveeeer! He was out before he hit the ground!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:22 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Spinning Backfist). Bernhard River!
Bernhard River 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:
SFL 29 | Titanic Collision
Date: Nov 29, 2020 |
#R1#
River takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
River blocks the body kick.
River swings for the body but Alzate moves out of range.
A bone on bone clash there as River blocks the leg kick.
Alzate throws a right hand that misses
and River counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Alzate shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Alzate chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Alzate takes a step back and watches a body kick go sailing past his mid section.
Alzate moves his head to the side to avoid a jab but walks straight into a cross.
Alzate misses with a straight right.
An inside leg kick lands from Alzate.
Alzate shapes like he's going to throw a leg kick but settles back down.
Alzate takes a jab on the nose. He smiles like he loves it and keeps coming.
Nice sprawl there from Alzate as River shoots in.
Alzate takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Niko Alzate seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
A telegraphed right hand from Alzate misses the target.
Alzate catches River with a nice straight right. He seems pissed - ooooh, it's on now! On like donkey kong!
Alzate scores with a leg kick.
Nice body kick from Alzate.
Alzate scores with a nice body kick.
Alzate keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
#T1#
River keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
River takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Alzate scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
Alzate throws a low kick but it's checked well by River.
Alzate misses with a looping left.
Alzate walks into a straight right hand from River.
River slips under a jab from Alzate.
River moves out of range as Alzate strikes.
River lands with a cross to side of his opponent's head.
River ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
River looks like he wants to counter punch here.
A punch lands to the side of Alzate 's head but he takes it in his stride.
River checks a low kick from Alzate.
Alzate looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Alzate seems to be moving with more speed, compared to his last bout. He must have been working on that in the gym.
River getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
River uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Alzate has time to react.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
River misses with a straight right. #T2#
Alzate throws a solid leg kick but River takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Alzate.
River tries to close the distance and clinch up against the cage but Alzate paws at him with a jab and circles away.
Alzate throws a nice outside leg kick.
A jab lands there for River.
River ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Jab, jab by Alzate - just one landing.
River scores with a hook.
Alzate throws a jab but it's blocked by River.
River throws a head kick but Alzate moves out of range.
Alzate lands with a kick to the ribs.
River swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Alzate appeared to be looking to counter that last move with a leg kick.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Alzate does a little dance to reset his feet.
River scores with a hook to the body. Alzate takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Alzate scores with a nice right hand.
River connects with a leg kick.
Alzate just misses with a punch to the body.
River bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
River has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
River takes a nice looking leg kick right on the meat of his thigh there.
#T3#
River throws a shot to the body.
Alzate buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Alzate looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Alzate checks a low kick from River.
River checks a leg kick.
River is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Alzate.
River fails in his attempt to clinch.
Alzate showing good head movement there, avoiding the strikes from River.
The fighters circling - River throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
A big left from River misses.
Alzate looked to counter that last move with a leg kick but didn't pull the trigger.#CL2#
River gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Good body shot from River.
#TD#
Alzate pulls guard successfully.
River chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Alzate throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Alzate is trying to keep River in close.
#T4#
Alzate is trying to hold River in close to prevent damage but River has managed to pass into half 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!#SUB#
Alzate looking for submissions off his back.
River frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
River unloading with bombs!
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
River lands a big shot there that rocks Alzate but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Alzate is bucking up trying to escape but River cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Bernhard River will probably get the nod.
That's time! Alzate's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.#R2#
River is looking to clinch but Alzate is avoiding it.
Niko Alzate has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
River on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Alzate missing with a left hand there. River was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
Nice defenses there by Alzate.
River pulls out of a head kick attempt.
A low kick from Alzate misses
and River counters with a lovely straight right hand!
River's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
A big right from River misses.
River throws a quick inside leg kick.
A low kick lands for Alzate.
River throws a body punch but Alzate moves out of range.
Alzate throws a solid leg kick but River takes the impact on his shin and smiles at Alzate.
Alzate tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from Alzate.
River misses with a hook.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River throws a leg kick but Alzate checks it.
Alzate throws an uppercut from half a mile away. River sees it coming and avoids it easily.
River checks a leg kick.
River takes one on the chin but seems OK.
Alzate walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. River checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
No joy there for River, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
#T1##TD2#
River closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Alzate trying to control but River postures up.
River is trying to control. Alzate wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Nice strikes from River there.
Alzate trying to control but River postures up.
#SUB#
Alzate actively working from the bottom here.
Alzate trying to control here.
#T2#
Alzate tries to roll over but River keeps him under control.
Alzate keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Alzate is staying active underneath River, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Alzate moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
River postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Alzate is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Alzate has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but River can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
River 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. #T3##SUB#
Alzate has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but River can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
River postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
River pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Alzate is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Alzate is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and River defends well.#SUB#
River got a little sloppy there for a moment and Alzate has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, River has managed to get both his arms back between Alzate's legs - danger averted.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as River accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
River chips away with some ground and pound.
River chips away with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Alzate pushes a forearm under River's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, River is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Niko Alzate!
After the fight, Niko Alzate 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:
SFL 20 | Beast From The East
Date: Oct 17, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#CL2#
River gets in close and instigates a clinch.
Jun is trying to break free.
River lands a nice shot to the body.
Jun tries to stall but River uses the opportunity to gain a better position.
River tries to throw a body punch but Jun avoids it by throwing River back against the cage.
River misses with a punch on the inside.
A short right from River.
Jun looks like he'd prefer to be striking at range right now.
River stalling in the clinch.
#BC#
Jun breaks the clinch.
Nice defenses there by River.
River misses with a low kick as Jun jumps back.
Bernhard River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jun misses the body punch
and River connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jun throws a hook but River avoids it easily.
River lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Jun connects with the punch.
River tries a head kick but it misses.
Jun throws a body shot but no joy.
River let fly with a counter punch to the body but it didn't land.#CL2#
River gets a clinch. #T1#
River keeps control of Jun as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
Jun is struggling to control the position.
River lands with a short shot to the head.
River working some nice short punches in the clinch.
Nice body punch from River.
Jun is trying to break the clinch but River has him pressed against the cage.
River swings wildly with an uppercut but Jun uses good head movement to avoid it.
Jun blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Jun tries to break free but River pushes him back against the cage.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Jun. #BC#
Jun escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Jun ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
River dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Jun. That did some damage!
Jun throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
As Jun backs off River throws a huge counter combo but Jun manages to avoid it all.
Jun pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T2#
River lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
Jun takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
River has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Jun throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Jun tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from Jun.
River checks a low kick from Jun.
A big right from River misses.
River looks to land a left hand but Jun moved out of range nicely.
Jun just misses with a punch to the body.
River bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
Jun is looking to wear down River with body shots, infact he's throwing more body shots than head shots at the moment.
Jun swings away with a leg kick that misses.
Jun misses with a leg kick.
Jun tries to work over River's front leg with a kick but River checks it.
Good exchange - River coming out on top.#TD2#
River gets a double leg takedown into Jun's guard.
River advances position into side control!#T3#
River is looking to take a break and control but Jun is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
River misses with the ground and pound.#SUB2#
River goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Jun rolls with the submission and now he's on top in River's guard! Nice work there by Jun!
Jun trying to control but River is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
River throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Jun trying to control the position from guard on top but River is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T4#
Jun is stalling in the full guard.
River is trying to keep Jun in close.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
River keeping moving, preventing Jun from controlling successfully.
Jun won't allow River to sweep him here.
Jun trying to control the position from guard on top but River is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
River seems keen to control Jun's posture.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
River bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Jun's head backwards.
River is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Jun.
Zhang Jun has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
River throws a leg kick
and Jun counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
River has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
River cracks Jun with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.
River connects with a lovely right hand, straight down the pipe.
River looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
River looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.#CL2#
River has managed to clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Jun's face as he tries to break the clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by River.
River tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Jun blocks a body shot from River.
Jun is trying to work out of this bad position, with his back against the cage.
River lands punches inside but they're not really causing much damage.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jun is trying to stall.
#T1#
Jun is trying to break the clinch but River has him pressed against the cage.
I was talking to Jun's coach per-fight and he was telling me that they'd been working on the clinch in the runup to this fight.
Jun can't find room to land a body shot as River controls the action.
River misses with a body punch.
Jun lands a hook to the side of the head.
River lands a body punch.
River lands a body shot in the clinch.
Jun is trying to break the clinch but River has him pressed against the cage. #TD2#
River lands a nice trip takedown into half guard.
River seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Jun does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
River is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
River is trying to control. Jun wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Jun wants to sweep but River has passed to side control!
Jun tries to improve position but can't. #T2#
Jun is not content to let River control the position.
Jun tries to bench press River off him but River keeps the position.
You can see the frustration on Jun's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Bernhard River has got the better of the ground game so far.
River landing a few strikes.
River lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Jun down.
#CUT2#It looks like Zhang Jun has been cut.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Jun tries to bench press River off him but River keeps the position.
River landing a few strikes.
River is looking to take a break and control but Jun is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T3#
River scores with a couple of nice shots to the head there. The referee takes a look at Jun to see if he's OK.
River postures up a little and throws a couple of hammerfists but they don't connect properly.
River has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
River creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Jun sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
River trying to control the position but Jun is working away.
Jun is looking for a sweep.
Jun is trying to control River's posture but River avoids it.
River landing with strikes to the head and body from side control.
River lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Jun down.
River wants to control but Jun is keeping him busy. #T4#
Jun tries to bench press River off him but River keeps the position.
River cracks Jun with a big elbow.
River working the body and head with strikes.
River wants to lay and pray for a moment but Jun keeps working.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Jun can't do much from the bottom here.
Jun tries to buck River off but River is having none of it.
Jun takes a nasty elbow to the side of the head.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
River is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Jun has escaped the position, nice work there.
Jun manages to work his way to half guard, despite River's best efforts.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The cut man is working on Zhang Jun's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
River shoots in and drives through. Jun sprawls well.
A nice leg kick lands there from Jun.
River moves into range and throws a combination. A nice jab followed by a hook to the body.
Jun misses with an uppercut.
River walks into a stiff left hand from Jun.
Jun takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
Jun takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#CL2#
River moves into range and clinches up with Jun.
Jun wants to get back to striking at distance but River won't allow it.
A head punch blocked on the inside by River.
River pressing his opponent against the cage.
River keeps control of Jun as he tries to wriggle out of the double underhooks.
River wants to stall.
A short uppercut from River. #T1#
Jun wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
River scores with a nice hook to the head.
River lands a right hand.
Jun stalling in the clinch but River improves position. #BC#
Jun breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
River lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
River connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
River connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Jun stuffs the takedown.#CL2#
River takes the fight into the clinch.
A head punch blocked on the inside by River. #TD2#
River has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Jun uses from the top position. #SUB2#
Jun got a little sloppy there for a moment and River has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Jun has managed to get both his arms back between River's legs - danger averted.#T2#
Jun stays in close to River's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
River is looking for a triangle but Jun pushes his legs off easily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Jun postures up in River's guard and throws a big left but River blocks it. #SUB2#
River looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
#SUB2#
River is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Jun working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage.
Jun has decided he wants to stand but the closed guard of River is proving hard to escape from.
River has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but Jun has passed into side control.
#T3#
River is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Jun tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Jun has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
River gets back to half guard.
Jun wants to lay and pray for a moment but River keeps working.
River trying to control here.
#SUB#
Jun is working for a kimura but River is defending it quite comfortably.
#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Jun trying to control the action but River is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Jun is working for a kimura here but River manages to reverse the position and he's now in Jun's guard.
Jun can't keep his opponent in guard - River advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
River looks to score some points with some ground and pound.#SUB#
Jun is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but River pulls his head out easily. #SUB#
Jun looking for submissions off his back.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bernhard River comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well River has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bernhard River!
Our winner, Bernhard River, 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 13 | Redemption
Date: Sep 20, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
River misses with a straight right.
River walks straight into an uppercut. Luckily it didn't land flush.
River misses with a low kick.
River scores with a shot to the body.
Yukinobu looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
River slips a jab from Yukinobu.
River drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Yukinobu defends it well.
Yukinobu shoots in looking for a takedown but River manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Yukinobu's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
River swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Yukinobu throws a looping overhand right but River ducks down to avoid it.
River bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
River listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
River scores with a jab to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yukinobu moves into range and throws a lovely three punch combination.#TD#
Yukinobu drives through with a takedown into guard.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Yukinobu trying to control but River is working from the bottom.
River is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
River looking to control.
Yukinobu stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. River swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Yukinobu wants to control from the top but River keeps moving. #SUB2#
River escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Yukinobu gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Yukinobu looking to pass the guard. #T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
River has his foot on Yukinobu's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Yukinobu works his way back into a safe position though.#SUB2#
River is looking for a triangle but Yukinobu pushes his legs off easily.
Yukinobu passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Yukinobu is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. River knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Yukinobu goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, River rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Yukinobu's guard! Nice work there by River!
Yukinobu looking to hit a scissor sweep but River is one step ahead there. #T3#
River trying to control the position from guard on top but Yukinobu is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Yukinobu is looking for a triangle here but River uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Yukinobu is not content to let River control the position.
River lands a nice forearm strike.
Yukinobu is looking to regain half guard here but River keeps moving and retains side control. #T4#
Yukinobu is working to avoid the ground and pound but River connects with a decent elbow.
Yukinobu tries to improve position but can't.
River working away.#SUB2#
River is trying to get an arm triangle but Yukinobu is defending well.
River landing strikes.
Yukinobu tries to control the position but he's not in luck - River easily slips into full mount!
River putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
River lands a big shot there that rocks Yukinobu but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Yukinobu is wriggling around trying to escape.
#SUB2#
River with some aggressive grappling here. He's looking for submissions here, rather than waiting for the opportunity to counter.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River dominated that round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.#R2#
River moves in looking to clinch but Yukinobu pushes him off.#TD2#
Yukinobu gets caught flat footed, as River shoots in with a quick takedown into guard.#SUB#
River avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
River wants to control from the top but Yukinobu keeps moving. #SUB#
River avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
River slips nicely into half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yukinobu tries to roll over but River keeps him under control.
Yukinobu trying to hold on to River's head to control him but River postures up.
#T1#
River is nestled in close to Yukinobu, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Yukinobu wants to control but River is keeping busy and won't allow it.
River not doing much here.
Yukinobu is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
River is working for a submission of some sort.
Yukinobu is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Yukinobu looking for submissions off his back.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Yukinobu is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
River landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Yukinobu is not content to let River control the position.
River takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
River has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
River thows a huge punch but Yukinobu dodges it nicely.
#SUB#
Yukinobu is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but River pulls his head out easily.
Yukinobu is looking to improve his position.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. River lands a nice short elbow.#T3#
Yukinobu tries to roll over but River keeps him under control.
River working some ground and pound from close in. He's looking to maintain this position and strike for a while by the looks of things... although he'll probably advance to full mount in a minute now I've said that.
River landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
Yukinobu wants to control but River is keeping busy and won't allow it.
River scores with a couple of good hammerfists.
River landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
River not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
River tries to pass the half guard into mount. Yukinobu knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Yukinobu is trying to defend against the ground and pound but River scores with a couple of nice shots.
River lands with a punch from half guard. #T4#
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. River lands a nice short elbow.
River trying to control from half guard but Yukinobu is working away.
Yukinobu tries to get to full guard but River has control of the leg. #SUB2#
River is trying to work for a kimura but Yukinobu is defending well.
River prevents Yukinobu from improving his position.#SUB2#
River wants to work for an arm triangle but Yukinobu is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
River seems to be looking for submissions.
Yukinobu is looking for a sweep. River is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!#R3#
River throws an overhand right that lands on Yukinobu's shoulder, as Yukinobu tries to avoid the shot.
River looks to throw the jab but Yukinobu is out of range.
Yukinobu looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
River tries a quick counter leg kick but Yukinobu is wise to it.
Yukinobu moves out of range as River strikes.
River slips a jab from Yukinobu.
River slips under a jab from Yukinobu.
Yukinobu blocks a jab.
Yukinobu misses with a wild body shot.
River throws a poor cross that misses
#TD#
and Yukinobu counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yukinobu trying to control the action but River is working from the bottom.
River wants to control but Yukinobu is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
River looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T1##SUB#
Yukinobu 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.
River trying to hold on to Yukinobu's head to control him but Yukinobu postures up.
River is positioning himself well to prevent Yukinobu advancing to mount.
Yukinobu is looking to stall here but River recovers full guard.
Yamaoka Yukinobu has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
River manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Yukinobu manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Bernhard River has got the better of the ground game so far.
River postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #SUB#
River got a little sloppy there for a moment and Yukinobu has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, River has managed to get both his arms back between Yukinobu's legs - danger averted.
River works a leg free and moves into half guard.
River landing with strikes to the body and head, softening up his opponent.
River winds up and cracks Yukinobu with a swinging punch to the side of the head.
Yukinobu wants to get back to full guard but River has passed into side control.
River lands an elbow. #SUB2#
River is trying to get an arm triangle but Yukinobu is defending well. #T3#
Yukinobu manages to land a sweep and he's now on top! Lovely Jiu Jitsu!
Yukinobu is trying to control the action in half guard but River is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
River is looking for a sweep. Yukinobu is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
River has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Yukinobu is working away from the top position though.
Yukinobu is controlling the pace.
#SUB2#
River actively working from the bottom here.
River wants to get back to full guard.#T4##SUB#
Yukinobu is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Yukinobu is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Yukinobu stalling away here and it's allowed River to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
River keeping moving, preventing Yukinobu from controlling successfully.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Yukinobu drops back, looking for a kneebar! River looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. River looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from River! #REVB#
And that's the end of the fight!
I would just about give that final round to Bernhard River.
Well River has outworked and out performed his opponent in all aspects of the game today. He was simply too good and the decision should be no more than a formality. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Alan Glass scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bernhard River!
A victorious Bernhard River 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:
SAFO 64 Frost v Marston
Date: Jul 04, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Fox on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Fox throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
River scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
River buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
River bobbing and weaving, closes the distance and lands a hook to the side of Fox's head.
A swing and a miss from Fox.
River displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Fox throws out the jab.
A little jabbing left from River on the counter but it doesn't find it's target.
Fox connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
A nice inside leg kick there by River. That's going to slow Fox down.
Nice shot lands for Fox.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Fox throws an ugly left hook that misses
and River counters with a leg kick.
River slips under a jab from Fox.
River has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
River lands a front kick.#CL2#
River gets to the clinch - let's see what his plan is here.
Fox wants to push off and get back to the center of the mat but River has him pressed against the cage.
A short uppercut from River. #BC#
Fox's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.#T1#
Fox lands an overhand right.
River feints and then cracks Fox's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Fox down.
River ducks under a wild hook from Fox.
River steps in looking to counter with the mid kick but it doesn't connect.
River digs a good body shot into Fox's ribs.
River lands with a right hand.
River lands with a nice low kick. That'll leave a bruise.
A nice leg kick lands there from River.
Fox throws a lazy right hand but River sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
River lands a right hook to the body.
A nice inside leg kick there by River. That's going to slow Fox down.
River scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Fox throws a jab when River was well out of range.
River throws a quick head kick that skims the top of Fox's head.#TD2#
River feints and as Fox raises his hands in defense, River changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Fox is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and River dives into side control.
#T2##REVR##SUB2#
Fox is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on River's leg. Oh but that's left an opportunity for River! He's got an arm triangle... it looks tight! He's rotating and Fox has tapped! This one is allllll over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:08 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Arm Triangle). Bernhard River!
Bernhard River decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
The defeated Red Fox had this to say: 'I got robbed i want a rematch '. |
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Event:
SAFO 63
Date: Jun 20, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Ho Soon, as that shot connected.
River throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
River throws a poor cross that misses
enabling Ho Soon to counter with a crisp jab.
River 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.
River lands a jab.
River throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
Ho Soon misses with a body shot.
River throws a nice outside leg kick.
Ho Soon is looking to slow River down with leg kicks.
Ho Soon moves away from the strike by River. #CL2#
Ho Soon has closed the distance and engaged River in a clinch.
#BC#
River escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
A swing and a miss from Ho Soon.
River keeps his opponent at a distance with a nice jab.
Ho Soon lands with an overhand left.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!#CL#
River instigates a clinch.
Ho Soon throws a head punch that misses.
Ho Soon misses with a punch on the inside.
River makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
River misses with a body punch.
Still in the clinch, Ho Soon scores with a nice short uppercut.
Ho Soon blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
#T1#
Ho Soon doesn't land with the attempted body shot.
River can't find room to land a body shot as Ho Soon controls the action.
River tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ho Soon's elbow.
Good body shot from River.
#TD#
River successfully pulls guard.
Ho Soon tries to free his leg and advance position but River is retaining full guard. #SUB#
River throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Ho Soon got a little sloppy there for a moment and River has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Ho Soon has managed to get both his arms back between River's legs - danger averted.
Ho Soon sitting in guard here, content to control. #SUB#
River isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Ho Soon stacks River 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 Ho Soon!
River tries to buck Ho Soon off but Ho Soon is having none of it.#T2#
Ho Soon controls the position from side control.
Ho Soon's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
River can't do much from the bottom here.
River prevents Ho Soon from moving into mount.
Ho Soon trying to control the position but River is working away.
Ho Soon tries to get to his feet but he's trapped momentarily.
River wants to control but Ho Soon postures up.#T3#
River is trying to improve his position.
River is working hard here to advance position.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Ho Soon tries to stand but River is controlling his head.
Ho Soon taking a breather here.
River struggling a bit here.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Nice body punch from Ho Soon.
Ho Soon pulls out of a head kick attempt.
#T4#
River uses good head movement to avoid the hook from Ho Soon.
Ho Soon has tried to improve his agility in the runup to this fight.
Ho Soon dips to his left and cracks River with an uppercut!
Ho Soon thuds his right hand into River's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
River throws a sloppy head kick and Ho Soon moves out of range easily.
River lands a jab to the head.
River shoots in for a takedown but Ho Soon shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
The fighters circling - River throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
River looks to score with a jab to the body but Ho Soon is just out of range.
Ho Soon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
River throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Ho Soon tries to clinch but River moves out of range.
It looked like River was trying to counter with a body shot coming off that last attack from Ho Soon.
Ho Soon cracks River with a good jab.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ho Soon cracks River with a right hand to the side of the head.
River misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
River throws a sloppy head kick and Ho Soon moves out of range easily.
Ho Soon misses with a shot to the body
and River counters with an outside leg kick.
River keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ho Soon looks to land a left hand but River moved out of range nicely.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Chu Ho Soon will probably get the nod.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.#R2#
River checks a leg kick nicely.
River appears to be looking for a big counter.
Ho Soon is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by River.
River avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ho Soon scores with a body shot.
Ho Soon throws a hard body shot but it just misses.
River wants to take advantage of his opponent's missed offense by moving into the clinch.
Ho Soon moves out of range of the body kick from River.
River throws a shot to the body.
River throws a low kick but his opponent is out of range.
River closes the distance and clinches up with Ho Soon, looking for a takedown. River pushes Ho Soon against the cage but Ho Soon circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
River avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
River keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Chu Ho Soon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ho Soon doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ho Soon scores with a shot to the body.
Ho Soon takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Ho Soon takes a really solid shot there but just smiles back and shrugs his shoulders.
Ho Soon fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. River looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Ho Soon scores with a punch to the head.
River shoots in looking for a takedown. Ho Soon tries to sprawl out of it but River keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Ho Soon manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing. #T1##TD#
River drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Ho Soon trying to keep a closed guard but River is proving a slippery customer.
River wants to control from the top but Ho Soon keeps moving.
River 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.
Ho Soon managing to control the position.
River stopping the sweep attempt from Ho Soon.#T2#
River looking to pass the guard.
The referee wants the fighters to be more active or he's going to reset them on the feet.
River throwing strikes from guard but Ho Soon blocks nicely. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Ho Soon misses with a hook.
Ho Soon checks a low kick from River.
Ho Soon steps to his left, right into the path of a big body kick from River. That one must have hurt.
Ho Soon lands with a right hand.
Ho Soon misses with a body shot.
River looks to land a left hand but Ho Soon moved out of range nicely.
Ho Soon just misses with a punch to the body.
Ho Soon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from River.
Ho Soon looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T3#
River looks shocked there as he takes a right hand to the temple.
Nice straight punches there by Ho Soon. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of Ho Soon.
Ho Soon blocks a leg kick.
A left lands for Ho Soon.
River avoids the head kick by Ho Soon.
Ho Soon avoids the head kick by River.
River connects with a leg kick.
Ho Soon takes an uppercut right on the jaw but it doesn't phase him.
Ho Soon thows a left - swing and a miss!
Ho Soon doesn't react quick enough there as he takes a shot to the body.
Horrible takedown attempt by River or perhaps it was just good defense by Ho Soon, which made it look bad.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernhard River. That's going to take a lot out of him.
No joy there for River, who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Ho Soon throws an uppercut from half a mile away. River sees it coming and avoids it easily.
River keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
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!
Ho Soon keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
River takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.#T4#
River throws a body kick that misses.
River walks into a left hand.
Ho Soon throws a big shot that misses.
Ho Soon attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ho Soon.
River lands a head shot.
A jab from Ho Soon does it's job there.
Chu Ho Soon seems to be getting the better of the standup.
River is looking to slow Ho Soon down with leg kicks.
Nice uppercut there from Ho Soon.
River with a nice calf kick.
River lands a jab to Ho Soon's midsection.
Nice uppercut there from Ho Soon.
Ho Soon tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Nice shot by Ho Soon.
A slow jab from Ho Soon misses its intended target.
River ducks right into an uppercut from Ho Soon.
Ho Soon thows a body kick. River tries to catch it but that hurt him.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close second round but Chu Ho Soon will probably get the nod - 10:9.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Ho Soon misses with a head kick.
River throws a quick counter head kick but Ho Soon was just out of range.
Ho Soon tries to close the distance and clinch up but River swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Ho Soon thuds his right hand into River's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Ho Soon misses with a straight left.
A telegraphed right hand from Ho Soon misses the target.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
River misses with a two punch combination.
#CL2#
Ho Soon gets in close and instigates a clinch.
River lands a right hand that snaps the head of Ho Soon backwards.
Both fighters working to control the clinch.
Ho Soon blocks a body shot from River.
Ho Soon misses with the head strike.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Ho Soon misses with a hook to the ribs.
A head punch on the inside from Ho Soon fails to land.
Ho Soon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
River is leaning against Ho Soon and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Ho Soon lands a body shot.
River is working Ho Soon over against the cage.
Ho Soon takes a shot to the head. #T1#
River lands a nice shot to the body.
Ho Soon takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
River scores with a shoulder strike. #BC#
River breaks from the clinch.
Good work by River as he checks the leg kick.
River tried to counter with a leg kick but Ho Soon avoided it.
River checks a low kick from Ho Soon.
River cracks Ho Soon with a good shot that sees him stumbling back into the cage.
River scores with a head kick. Ho Soon tried to block it but didn't get his arm up in time.
River is looking to score with low kicks.
Ho Soon tries to counter with a clinch but River shakes him off and moves away.
River misses with a double jab.
Ho Soon throws a leg kick but River sees it coming and checks it nicely.
Ho Soon throws a low kick but it's checked well by River.
A telegraphed right hand from River misses the target.
The fighters circling - Ho Soon throws out the jab but it was never going to land.
Ho Soon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but River moves away.
River darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Ho Soon takes one to the side of the head.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Ho Soon fakes with the hands and throws a leg kick but River is out of range.
Chu Ho Soon is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.#T2#
River staying out of range there.
River lands a jab to Ho Soon's midsection.
Ho Soon attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
River lands a leg kick that knocks Ho Soon off balance momentarily.
Ho Soon on the receiving end of a decent leg kick there by River. River obviously looking to wear him down.
Ho Soon checks a low kick from River.
Ho Soon throws a body punch but River moves out of range.
River checks the leg kick.
Ho Soon takes a big uppercut there. He seems a bit wobbly but no, he's OK.
Chu Ho Soon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Well, he's not going to score with shots like that. A lazy body kick attempt from Ho Soon.
River tries to counter by moving into the clinch but Ho Soon manages to circle out of the way.
Ho Soon throws a body shot but no joy.
River thumps Ho Soon with a low kick.
River drops his hands momentarily and Ho Soon takes advantage with a crisp shot to the head.
River swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
Left hook, right uppercut from Ho Soon.
River scores with a push kick.
Bernhard River has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
River fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
River slips a straight right by Ho Soon.
River throws a body shot but no joy.
Ho Soon checks a low kick from River.
River misses with a hook. Ho Soon ducked under it nicely.
Ho Soon lands a slapping body shot.
River swats away the attempt to clinch by Ho Soon.
River moves out of range as Ho Soon strikes.
A head kick misses from Ho Soon.
Good standup being displayed there by River as he connects with a hook.
Ho Soon misses with a hook. River ducked under it nicely.
Ho Soon lands with a straight right. River didn't see that one coming.
Ho Soon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but River moves away.
River went nuts there looking for a big combo counter but none of the flurry connected.
Ho Soon misses the shot to the body.
Nice uppercut lands for Ho Soon. That snapped River's head back.
Ho Soon uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from River.#T4#
River ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Ho Soon moves away.
River lands a nice looking kick to the body. Ho Soon takes a step back to recover.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Ho Soon ducks down and throws a hook to the body but River moves away.
Ho Soon's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Ho Soon walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
River keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Ho Soon misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from River.
#CL#
River has managed to clinch.
A short right hand to the side of the head by River.
Ho Soon can't find room to land a body shot as River controls the action.
Ho Soon misses with some punches.
Ho Soon throws a punch but it's blocked by River.
Ho Soon misses with the head strike.
A head punch on the inside from Ho Soon fails to land.
River tries to throw a body punch but Ho Soon avoids it by throwing River back against the cage.
Ho Soon swings wildly with an uppercut but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
Ho Soon lands with a short shot to the head.
River looking for a takedown.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bernhard River showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Ho Soon has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 28:29
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Chu Ho Soon!
Chu Ho Soon decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way. |
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Event:
SAFO 60 Ali v Johnson
Date: May 16, 2020 |
#R1#
River dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Ho Soon. That did some damage!
River lands a nice shot that snaps Ho Soon's head back.
River lands a really nice looking cross but Ho Soon seems unphased.
Ho Soon connects with a right hand. River shakes it off.
River looking to take his opponent's legs away with the low kicks.
Ho Soon misses with a wild body shot.
River walks into a stiff left hand from Ho Soon.
River scores with a jab to the body.#CL#
Ho Soon clinches with his opponent.
River's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
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!
River blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
River controlling the action here for a moment.
River lands a hook to the side of the head.
River lands a hook to the side of the head.
River tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Ho Soon smiles and moves away.
#CL#
Ho Soon has closed the distance and engaged River in a clinch.
Ho Soon tries a shoulder strike but it doesn't do any damage. #T1#
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Ho Soon as River tries to tie him up.
A quick uppercut on the inside from River.
Ho Soon lands with a short punch from the clinch.
River drops down looking for an ankle pick but Ho Soon pulls his leg out and moves away.
A clash of legs there as River blocks the low kick.
Nice body kick there by Ho Soon.#CL2#
River closes the distance and pushes Ho Soon back into the cage.
Ho Soon working aggressively here.
A short left from Ho Soon.
Ho Soon throws a punch but it's blocked by River.
River just leaning against Ho Soon, taking a breather.
River tries to work over Ho Soon's body with a swooping hook but it only glances the target.
Ho Soon misses with a body punch.
River tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Ho Soon's elbow.
Ho Soon blocks a couple of punches on the inside.
Ho Soon fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Ho Soon has a couple of punches blocked by River.
River has Ho Soon pushed against the cage.
Ho Soon blocks a body shot from River. #T2#
River lands a right hand.
River blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ho Soon lands with a light punch inside.
Nice body punch from River - that landed with a thud.
Ho Soon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
The referee is keeping an eye on River - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Ho Soon lands on the inside with an uppercut.
River misses with some punches.
River lands a left hand that snaps the head of Ho Soon backwards.
Ho Soon misses with the head strike.
Ho Soon misses with a short punch on the inside.
Ho Soon lands with a light punch inside.
River tries a body shot but Ho Soon blocks it.
Ho Soon blocks a body shot from River.
River lands with a short shot to the head.
River trying to control the position but instead, Ho Soon has worked for underhooks and has pushed River into the cage.
Ho Soon misses with a short punch on the inside. #T3##BC2#
River breaks from the clinch.
Ho Soon walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. River checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
River looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.
River throws a jab when Ho Soon was well out of range.
Ho Soon throws out a token jab with nothing on it.
Ho Soon buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
River fakes a jab and throws a low kick but Ho Soon checks it well.
River bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
River throws a series of punches but Ho Soon avoids them all with ease.
Ho Soon fires out a quick counter leg kick but River just manages to avoid it.
Ho Soon throws an overhand right that lands on River's shoulder, as River tries to avoid the shot.
Ho Soon connects with a hook to the side of his opponent's head.
Ho Soon misses with a wild body shot.
Ho Soon throws a lazy head kick #CL2#
and River counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by River.
Ho Soon blocks a punch to the side of the head.
A head punch blocked on the inside by River.
Ho Soon misses with some punches.
Ho Soon misses with the head strike.
Stalling in the clinch from Ho Soon.
River misses with a punch on the inside.
#T4#
The fighters are pressed against the cage, as the pace of the fight slows. #TD2#
River has moved round to his opponent's back and is looking for a suplex! Oh snap! He's tossed Ho Soon clear over his head and slammed him to the mat!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Ho Soon tries to escape the position.
Ho Soon trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Ho Soon is in bad spot here.
River is looking to control Ho Soon but Ho Soon is wriggling around and keeping busy.
Ho Soon trying to control the action but River just sinks the hooks in.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Bernhard River will probably get the nod.
That's time! Ho Soon's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2#
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Ho Soon.
Ho Soon looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
River lands a nice leg kick that just misses Ho Soon's sensitive parts.
River wants to land a leg kick but Ho Soon is out of range.
River throws a body kick but he was well out of range there.
Ho Soon looks to throw the jab but River is out of range.
Ho Soon sets himself, and River steps forward looking for the clinch! Ho Soon avoids it this time.
River uses decent footwork to sidestep a right hand from Ho Soon.
River lands three nice shots there - that looked like it hurt!
River fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Ho Soon has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.
Ho Soon lands a leg kick and bounces back out of range.
A swing and a miss from Ho Soon.
Ho Soon's jab looks to have found its range, popping River under the eye.
Ho Soon tries a head kick but it misses.
River is looking to slow Ho Soon down with leg kicks.
River takes a swing at Ho Soon's ribcage but misses.
Ho Soon lifts his leg as if looking to counter with a high kick.
River falls off balance throwing a combination
and River takes a counter punch right on the button for his troubles.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
A head kick misses from Ho Soon.
Ho Soon swings and misses with a hook to the body.
River only half commits to the counter leg kick.
River lands a slapping body shot.
#T1#
A good leg kick by Ho Soon.
River has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Ho Soon fakes high and swings low for a body shot but River manages to avoid it.
Ho Soon misses with a head kick.
River throws a big counter head kick but Ho Soon avoids it with no problem.
River slips in close and lands a nice hook before moving back out of range.
River avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Nice straight punches there by River. You know Roy Jones Jr respects the hands of River.
A big right from Ho Soon misses.
Chu Ho Soon seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Ho Soon misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
Ho Soon throws a hook but River blocks it.
River lands a jab to the nose.
Ho Soon throws a body shot but no joy.
Ho Soon throws a sloppy head kick and River moves out of range easily.
Chu Ho Soon is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
River moves out of range of the body kick from Ho Soon.
River lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Ho Soon misses with a looping left.
Ho Soon connects with a solid leg kick.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Ho Soon fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and River has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#T2#
Nice uppercut lands for River. That snapped Ho Soon's head back.
Ho Soon defending well as River loads up on a big left hand.
River misses with a body kick.
River ducks under a wild hook from Ho Soon.
Ho Soon takes a shot right to the bread basket.
River thumps Ho Soon with a low kick.
River connects with a good right hand that stumbles Ho Soon. Ho Soon circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
Ho Soon looks to score with a jab to the body but River is just out of range.
River on the wrong end of a decent looking cross there.
#TD2#
River shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
River seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Ho Soon does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Ho Soon is trying to stand up here but River is controlling him well. #SUB2#
River is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#T3#
River passes to side control.
Ho Soon trying to control but River flips him over like a cheap hooker and has his back!#SUB2#
River looking for the choke from the back.
Ho Soon looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
River keeps control of the position as Ho Soon tries to break free.
Ho Soon is trying to get back to his feet but he's not managed it yet.
Well, with River on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before Ho Soon is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
River missing with punches from the back. #T4#
I really don't envy Ho Soon right now.
Ho Soon is trying to stand back up.
River has good solid back control here. #SUB2#
River is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#SUB2#
Ho Soon is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bernhard River showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Ho Soon cracks River with a good jab.
Ho Soon tries to work over River's front leg with a kick but River checks it.
River misses with a low kick.
Ho Soon takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Nice jab there from River.
River turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Ho Soon with a nice looking leg kick. You could hear that one land in a back row.
River avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Ho Soon fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt River.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A cross from River lands.
A big left from Ho Soon misses.
Ho Soon does a little shimmy and throws a leg kick. The leg kick missed by a considerable margin though, making him look a little bit silly for doing the shimmy.
Ho Soon bobs and weaves well there to avoid the strikes.
River lands a nice hook to Ho Soon's body. Ho Soon takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Nice uppercut there from River.#T1#
River throws a push kick but Ho Soon slaps the foot to one side.
River thuds a left hand into Ho Soon's body.
Ho Soon takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.#TD2#
River throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Ho Soon tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. River is in Ho Soon's guard.
Bernhard River has got the better of the ground game so far.
Ho Soon keeping moving, preventing River from controlling successfully.
Ho Soon controls River momentarily but River frees himself.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
River trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
River wants to control from the top but Ho Soon keeps moving.
Ho Soon has a butterfly guard looking to sweep but River has passed into side control.
Ho Soon is looking for a sweep.
Chu Ho Soon has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2##SUB2#
River working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
River is looking to take a break and control but Ho Soon is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB2#
River is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Ho Soon knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB2#
River tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #T3#
Ho Soon is looking for a sweep.
River prevents Ho Soon from escaping the position.
You can see the frustration on Ho Soon's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ho Soon tries to buck River off but River is having none of it.
Ho Soon can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
River is trying to get an arm triangle but Ho Soon is defending well.
River happy to just control the position for now.
Ho Soon is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
River trying to control the pace.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
River trying to mount his opponent but Ho Soon defends it. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bernhard River comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got River winning every round here. Surely the decision will go his way and he'll pick up a well deserved decision victory. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Robert Twigg scores the fight 28:30
Judge Cecil Peabody scores the fight 27:30
Judge Daniel Franklin scores the fight 28:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bernhard River!
A very excited looking Bernhard River 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:
SAFO 56 Mendoza v Anderson
Date: Apr 28, 2020 |
#R1#
A punch lands to the side of Johnson 's head but he takes it in his stride.
We've been hearing reports that Johnson has been drilling takedowns in recent sessions so let's see if that has an impact on the result of this fight.
Good leg kick by River there. It's the ones that make that thud noise that hurt and that was an almighty thud.
Johnson takes a kick to the side of the head.
River uses good footwork to get in and out, landing a nice hook.
Johnson takes a swing at River's ribcage but misses.
Johnson misses with a takedown attempt
and River counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#ROC2#
Johnson is rocked!#TD2#
River shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
Oh Johnson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
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.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
River not doing much here.
#SUB2#
River 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! Johnson is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bernhard River!
After winning the bout, Bernhard River 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:
SAFO 52 Frost v IsMore
Date: Apr 10, 2020 |
#R1#
River closes the distance and clinches up with Sripituksakul, looking for a takedown. River pushes Sripituksakul against the cage but Sripituksakul circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
Sripituksakul throws out a counter right but River avoids it with no problem.
Sripituksakul connects with a body shot.
River displays some good footwork, moving neatly out of range as Sripituksakul throws out the jab.
River thows a left - swing and a miss!
Sripituksakul is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Sripituksakul misses with a jab and misses with a cross straight after too.
Sripituksakul scores with a hook to the body. River takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
River throws a lazy head kick
and Sripituksakul counters with a shot to the ribs. That looked like it hurt.
River throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
Sripituksakul takes a shot right to the bread basket.
River dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Sripituksakul. That did some damage!
River wings a very wild body shot but it does the job and lands to the midsection.#CL#
River gets a clinch.
Sripituksakul misses with a short punch on the inside.
Sripituksakul misses with some punches.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.#BC2#
Sripituksakul pushes off and circles away, back to the middle of the mat.
River has his head snapped back a nice jab. A little nod from River there as he acknowledges the shot.
River slips a jab and a cross from Sripituksakul.
Sripituksakul ducks down and throws a hook to the body.#T1#
Sripituksakul closes the distance and lands a one-two.
Sripituksakul throws a hook but River avoids it easily.
Horrible takedown attempt by River or perhaps it was just good defense by Sripituksakul, which made it look bad.
River slips under a jab from Sripituksakul.#CL#
River closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
River lands a right hand.
A bit of stalling here from River.
Sripituksakul lands with a good tight uppercut to the head.
Sripituksakul tries a body shot but River blocks it.
River's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Sripituksakul misses with a body punch.
Still in the clinch, Sripituksakul scores with a nice short uppercut.
River gets through Sripituksakul's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
River tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
River lands with a short punch from the clinch.
River blocks a body shot from Sripituksakul.
Sripituksakul lands with a short shot to the head. #T2#
Sripituksakul lands on the inside with an uppercut.
River tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Sripituksakul smiles and moves away.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernhard River. That's going to take a lot out of him.
River throws a head kick but Sripituksakul moves out of range.
Sripituksakul with a hook.
Sripituksakul throws a body punch but River moves out of range.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sripituksakul.
Sripituksakul throws a right and a left that River avoids nicely.
Sripituksakul stalks River and leaps in with a furious combination of punches. Uppercuts and crosses smash into River's face. River staggers backwards, shaken.
River throws an overhand right that lands on Sripituksakul's shoulder, as Sripituksakul tries to avoid the shot.
Sripituksakul throws out a powerful jab.
River misses with a body shot.
River connects with a good right hand that stumbles Sripituksakul. Sripituksakul circles away out of range and recomposes himself.
River takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
River throws a nice outside leg kick.
River avoids a punch combination nicely.
Jab from River.#T3#
River cracks Sripituksakul with a right hand to the side of the head.
A jab lands there for Sripituksakul.
River fails with a takedown attempt.
Nice sprawl there from Sripituksakul as River shoots in.
Sripituksakul scores with a hook.
A jab from River finds it's way through Sripituksakul's defenses. #CL#
River rushes Sripituksakul and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
River lands with a left to the head. #BC2#
Sripituksakul's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
River lands with a hook. Sripituksakul tried to avoid it but it clipped the top of his head.
Sripituksakul throws an off balance right hand
and River counters with a nice low kick that buckles Sripituksakul's knee momentarily.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Sripituksakul misses with a looping right.
River swings for the body but Sripituksakul moves out of range.
River scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.#T4#
The crowd cheers as Sripituksakul lands an impressive looking overhand right. River doesn't seem phased though.
River connects with a leg kick. Sripituksakul looked like he was expecting something else and didn't defend it.
Sripituksakul jabs River to the body, keeping him at a distance.
River throws a jab when Sripituksakul was well out of range.
Sripituksakul ducks low and lands a nice hook to the body of his opponent.
Sripituksakul takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Sripituksakul blocks a jab.
Sripituksakul is loading up here, looking for a big counter of his own.
River missing with a left hand there. Sripituksakul was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
River wants to slow Sripituksakul down by chopping away at his legs.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sripituksakul.
Sripituksakul misses with a combination
and River counters with a series of strikes. Sripituksakul will be more careful next time no doubt.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
River lets the fists fly and connects with a left straight followed by a right hook. #CUT#
It looks like Little Kitty Sripituksakul has been cut.
Nice shot lands for Sripituksakul.
Sripituksakul scores with a punch to the gut of his opponent.
Nice uppercut lands for Sripituksakul. That snapped River's head back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Little Kitty Sripituksakul will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Little Kitty Sripituksakul's cut.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2#
River tries to work over Sripituksakul's front leg with a kick but Sripituksakul checks it.
Sripituksakul swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.
Bernhard River seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Sripituksakul avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
River tries to clinch but Sripituksakul is having none of it.
Sripituksakul digs a good hook to River's body.
River fakes high and swings low for a body shot but Sripituksakul manages to avoid it.
Sripituksakul looks to score with a jab to the body but River is just out of range.
Sripituksakul throws a body shot but no joy.
River feints and then cracks Sripituksakul's leading leg with a nice low kick. He's obviously looking to slow Sripituksakul down.
Sripituksakul misses with a looping left.
Sripituksakul throws the left hand but River avoids the punch easily.
River fakes a jab and scores with a low kick.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River swings for the body but Sripituksakul moves out of range.
River throws a looping overhand right but Sripituksakul ducks down to avoid it.
River takes a body punch but keeps moving.
Sripituksakul takes a body kick right on the floating rib. Ouchie.
Sripituksakul misses with the combination.
#T1#
Sripituksakul fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
A telegraphed right hand from Sripituksakul misses the target.
River quickly followed up with a counter body kick but doesn't connect.
A nice inside leg kick there by River. That's going to slow Sripituksakul down.
River takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.
Little Kitty Sripituksakul seems to be getting the better of the standup.
River takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Sripituksakul stuns River with a nice body shot, before stepping back out of range.
River bobs and weaves and unloads with a good uppercut.
Sripituksakul uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before River has time to react.
Sripituksakul lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Sripituksakul has his front leg slapped to the side - a nice low kick landing there from River.
River tries to clinch but is not successful on this occasion.
River dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Sripituksakul keeping his hands up high there, blocking the jab from River.
Sripituksakul swings and misses with a shot to the body
and River counters with a nice low kick that buckles Sripituksakul's knee momentarily.#T2#
River moves out of range as Sripituksakul strikes.
Sripituksakul throws an overhand right that lands on River's shoulder, as River tries to avoid the shot.
As Sripituksakul backs away, River returns fire with a leg kick that just misses.
Sripituksakul lands with a nice combination. River backs away looking to recover.
River misses with a low kick as Sripituksakul jumps back.
River throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
A looping hook to the body misses from River. Sripituksakul does a little dance to reset his feet.
Oooooooooooh, not good. A low kick from River lands where it shouldn't have, right in the... well, you know what he did? He kicked him in the penis. He's injured, injured bad. The referee sends both fighters to their corners and Sripituksakul has 5 minutes to recover. He's OK now though... a thumbs up from Sripituksakul and we're back underway with a touch of gloves.
Sripituksakul moves away from the strike by River.
Sripituksakul swinging wildly here.
River moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
A big right from River misses.
Sripituksakul slips under a jab from River.
River fails to land the takedown.
Sripituksakul looked like he wanted to counter with a punch but didn't throw it.#T3#
River chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Sripituksakul gets cracked with a nice right hand there by River.
River throws a jab when Sripituksakul was well out of range.
Sripituksakul tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but River was well out of range. Poor timing from Sripituksakul.
River definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Sripituksakul takes a swing at River's ribcage but misses.
Sripituksakul uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by River.
Sripituksakul scores with a nice right hand.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sripituksakul.
River turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sripituksakul.
Nice uppercut there from Sripituksakul.
River pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Sripituksakul goes for a double leg but River avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as River continues to drive forward.
Sripituksakul misses with a looping left.#T4#
Sripituksakul just misses with a punch to the body.
Sripituksakul's leg has a nasty welt from taking a succession of leg kicks. That must be slowing him down.
Nice shot by Sripituksakul.
River walks forward and throws out a flicking leg kick. Sripituksakul checks it nicely though, as he moves to the side.
Some wild striking there from River.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Sripituksakul missing with a left hand there. River was out of range so wasted energy throwing that one.
River misses with a kick to the body.
Sripituksakul steps in looking to clinch after the strikes miss from River.
Sripituksakul moves into range and connects with a jab.
River ducks under an overhand right and circles away with a smile on his face.
Sripituksakul takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Sripituksakul throws out a loose jab but River uses good head movement to avoid it.
River walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nice shot by River.
Sripituksakul throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent River stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#TD#
River looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close second round but I would say that Bernhard River will probably get the nod.
The cut man is working on Little Kitty Sripituksakul's cut.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action. This is the final round!
#R3#
River connects with a single shot there.
Sripituksakul rushes forward with a series of wild hooks but River moves out of range and avoids them all easily.
Sripituksakul slips under a jab.
Sripituksakul just misses with a punch to the body.
Sripituksakul with a nice cross.
Sripituksakul just misses with a punch to the body.
River throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Sripituksakul's waist but Sripituksakul gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing River off to one side.
River buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Sripituksakul displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from River.
Sripituksakul throws out a counter right but River avoids it with no problem.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sripituksakul lands a lovely overhand right.
Sripituksakul misses with the combination.
Sripituksakul throws a wild combination but nothing lands.
River throws a quick counter head kick but Sripituksakul was just out of range.#T1#
Sripituksakul shoots in for a takedown but River shows good takedown defense.
A swing and a miss from River.
River uses some good footwork to avoid the body shot by Sripituksakul.
Sripituksakul avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
Sripituksakul swinging wildly here.
River looks to throw the jab but Sripituksakul is out of range.
Sripituksakul looks to land a right hand but River moved out of range.
Sripituksakul with a jab.
River shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Sripituksakul defends it nicely.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bernhard River. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A jab from Sripituksakul finds it's way through River's defenses. #T2#
A clash of legs there as Sripituksakul blocks the low kick.
Sripituksakul misses with a wild body shot.
Sripituksakul's jab looks to have found its range, popping River under the eye.
Sripituksakul ducks under a wild hook from River.
Sripituksakul lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
River throws a hook but Sripituksakul blocks it.
Sripituksakul lunges in with swinging rights and lefts but River circles away quickly and effectively.
Sripituksakul jabs River to the body, keeping him at a distance.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Sripituksakul lands a nice shot to the body.
Sripituksakul uses good head movement to avoid the hook from River.
River fails with an attempt to clinch.
Sripituksakul lands a right hook to the body.
Sripituksakul listening to his corner there, landing a nice uppercut.
River scores with a spinning back kick!
Sripituksakul changes levels and scores with a jab to the body.#T3#
Sripituksakul throws an off balance right hand
and River counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Sripituksakul misses the shot to the body.
River throws a right and a left that Sripituksakul avoids nicely.
Sripituksakul throws a shot from downtown. River moves away and avoids it.
Sripituksakul cracks a nice hook into River's ribs.
Sripituksakul with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling River to score with a decent uppercut.
Sripituksakul lands a beauty of a right hand that gets the crowd cheering.
River misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Sripituksakul.
Sripituksakul is looking for the big counter here.
River comes forward and lands a shot to the body, then darts back out of range.
River throws a hook to the body but it doesn't connect.
River moves away from the strike by Sripituksakul.
River looks like he's developed a pretty tasty lump over his left eye. He'll need to avoid taking much more damage to that.
Sripituksakul avoids a punch combination nicely.
River fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T4#
Sripituksakul darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
River attempts a low kick but it misses it's target.
River moves away from the strike by Sripituksakul.
Sripituksakul misses with a hook. River ducked under it nicely.
River misses with a looping right.
Sripituksakul on the wrong end of a kick to the body.
Both fighters circling a little - River finishes the exchange with a kick to the body.
Sripituksakul throws a hook but River blocks it.
River darts in looking for a takedown but Sripituksakul gets double underhooks and turns River into the cage.
It seemed like Sripituksakul was going to counter with the hook but didn't fully commit to it.
River walks into a straight right hand from Sripituksakul.
River swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Sripituksakul.#TD2#
Sripituksakul closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. River did well to prevent Sripituksakul getting side control.
Sripituksakul is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.
And that's the end of the fight!
Little Kitty Sripituksakul comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Sripituksakul has won this one but let's see whether the judges agree with me. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Jeff Smith scores the fight 28:29
Judge Colin Fray scores the fight 28:30
Judge Micheangelo Fripello scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Little Kitty Sripituksakul!
Our winner, Little Kitty Sripituksakul, 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:
SAFO 45 Gracie v Hawk
Date: Mar 13, 2020 |
#R1#
Llloyd throws a half hearted mid kick.
Llloyd throws a body kick, spinning off balance
enabling River to counter with a crisp jab.
Harry Llloyd seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Llloyd looks frustrated there after his takedown attempt is stuffed easily.
Llloyd shoots in with a takedown attempt and he has River pinned against the cage. River gets the underhooks and manages to circle away.
Llloyd has been working on his boxing with his coaches at Death Valley Training Facility in the buildup to the fight.
Llloyd digs a good hook to River's body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
River avoids the clinch attempt nicely.
#KD2#
River lands a big head kick that sends Llloyd tumbling to the mat! River takes a step backwards and waves Llloyd back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC2#
Llloyd is rocked!#CUT2#
It looks like Harry Llloyd has been cut.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
River finds Llloyd's off switch, with a big overhand right that connects perfectly to the side of the head! Llloyd flops back against the cage, eyes gazing into the distance. River lands an unnecessary shot before the referee has time to step in and end the fight. Brutal stuff but I'm sure Llloyd will be OK.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Bernhard River!
After winning the bout, Bernhard River 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:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: May 29, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Excellent takedown into side control there by Valdaev.
Valdaev tries to advance to mount but can't. #SUB2#
Valdaev has an Americana. River didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Valdaev is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Valdaev hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Maxim Valdaev!
A victorious Maxim Valdaev thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
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