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Event:
WCF WNF 77: Escalante vs Baker
Date: Oct 27, 2021 |
#R1#
Yueng fails to land the takedown.
Boudreaux looks like he wants to counter punch here.#KD2#
A jab-cross combination lands for Boudreaux and sends Yueng crashing to the mat! Boudreaux follows him down to the mat - Yueng regains half guard but he's not out of trouble yet! #ROC2#Yueng is rocked!#SUB#
Yueng is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Boudreaux pulls his head out easily. #SU2#
Boudreaux decides to return to a standing position.
Yueng has his takedown stuffed#KD2#
and Boudreaux counters with a right hand that sends Yueng tumbling to the canvas! Can Boudreaux finish him? He dives into Yueng 's guard looking to do just that!
Oh Yueng is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
This has been an exciting period of action!
Boudreaux would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard.
Yueng keeping moving, preventing Boudreaux from controlling successfully.
Yueng looking to control.
Yueng seems to have got his legs back now.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Boudreaux trying to stand up but can't free himself from Yueng 's guard.#SUB#
Yueng looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Yueng seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Yueng looking for a sweep. Not yet Yueng , not yet.
Boudreaux wants to stand and escape but instead Yueng has hit a sweep and he's now on top in guard. #REVR##SUB2#
Boudreaux had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Yueng defends it easily.
Yueng wants to control from the top but Boudreaux keeps moving.
Yueng postures up in Boudreaux's guard and throws a big left but Boudreaux blocks it.
Yueng trying to control the position from guard on top but Boudreaux is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Yueng sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Boudreaux's guard.
Yueng stops Boudreaux from getting back to his feet.
#SUB#
Yueng 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.
Boudreaux is looking to improve his position.
Boudreaux is trying to stand up here but Yueng is controlling him well.
Boudreaux is trying to get back to full guard.
Boudreaux manages to get to full guard.
Yueng trying to control the position from guard on top but Boudreaux is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3##SUB2#
Boudreaux looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Boudreaux is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Yueng is controlling him.
Yueng trying to control but Boudreaux is working from the bottom.
Yueng stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Boudreaux swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB2#
Yueng got a little sloppy there for a moment and Boudreaux has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Yueng has managed to get both his arms back between Boudreaux's legs - danger averted.
Boudreaux is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Boudreaux utilising some decent striking defenses from the guard, preventing the ground and pound.
Yueng stands and throws Boudreaux's legs to the side, diving into side control. #T4#
Yueng lands a few punches from side control.
Boudreaux tries to escape but Yueng is in control. #SUB#
Yueng thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Boudreaux sneaks back into half guard.
Yueng is keen to just control but Boudreaux is a slippery customer.
Boudreaux is trying to stand.
Yueng is trying to control. Boudreaux wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Boudreaux is looking to escape.
Yueng looks to score some points with some ground and pound.
Yueng is taking a breather. Boudreaux 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.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jethro Boudreaux dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.#R2#
The fight stays on the outside here - Boudreaux looks like he's thinking about clinching though.
Boudreaux buckles his opponent's knee momentarily with a nice leg kick.
Boudreaux has done a lot of speed work in the buildup to this fight.
Boudreaux lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Yueng fails to land with a series of punches.
Yueng shoots for a double leg takedown but Boudreaux sprawls well. He's pushed Yueng 's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily.
Boudreaux tries to clinch but Yueng is having none of it.
Boudreaux tries to clinch but Yueng is having none of it.
Bolo Yueng is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Yueng decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.
Yueng trying to control the action but Boudreaux is working from the bottom.
Boudreaux tries to kick Yueng off but Yueng keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB#
Yueng is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#T1#
Boudreaux is trying to stand back up but Yueng is controlling him
Yueng trying to pass the guard but Boudreaux defending well.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Boudreaux gets full guard.
Yueng looking to pass the guard.
Yueng prevents Boudreaux from getting back to his feet. #ES2#
Boudreaux kicks Yueng off and gets to his feet.
Boudreaux fakes a couple of low kicks, before throwing one on the third attempt. It connects and Yueng has to reset his feet before getting ready to engage.#CL2#
Yueng tries to keep at a distance but Boudreaux has taken the fight into the clinch.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.#T2#
Yueng wants a takedown.
A shot in the inside from Boudreaux.
Yueng is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Boudreaux to keep the fight standing.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bolo Yueng . That's going to take a lot out of him.
A nice left hand lands by Boudreaux.
Yueng letting Boudreaux take a breather here.#T3#
Boudreaux tries a body shot but Yueng blocks it.
Yueng tries to pull guard but Boudreaux forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
Yueng wants to strike at distance but he can't break free of the clinch.
A left hand lands to the body for Boudreaux.
Yueng fails to pull guard.
Boudreaux scores with a shoulder strike.
Yueng is trying to pull guard but Boudreaux turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.#T4#
Boudreaux gets through Yueng 's defenses to land a nice punch to the side of the head.
Boudreaux lands a right uppercut that snaps the head of Yueng backwards.
Some stalling of biblical proportions here from Boudreaux.
Yueng tries to pull guard but Boudreaux forces him back to his feet, against the cage.
The referee is keeping an eye on Boudreaux - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Yueng is working for takedown but Boudreaux is calmly controlling the position for now.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#BC2#
Boudreaux breaks the clinch.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Jethro Boudreaux showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. This is the final round!#R3#
Yueng blocks a jab.
Yueng tries to check a leg kick but that clearly hurt him.
Boudreaux scores with a hook to the body. Yueng takes a step back and tries to catch his breath. #KD2#
Boudreaux drops Yueng with a right and a left! Boudreaux comes rushing in but Yueng regains his composure and manages to keep Boudreaux in 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!
Yueng looking to hit a scissor sweep but Boudreaux is one step ahead there. #SU2#
Boudreaux stands up and waves to Yueng to follow him.
Both fighters circle each other, looking for something big. Boudreaux moves in and throws an overhand right. That hurt Yueng ! Boudreaux continues to tee off on Yueng , landing with a left and a right! Boudreaux connects with a right hand that leaves Yueng sleeping against the cage! What a finish by Boudreaux!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:44 of round 3, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Jethro Boudreaux!
Jethro Boudreaux took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, Ma Balls Is Hot Clothing for their support in the buildup to the fight.
Bolo Yueng spoke after the fight, saying 'Im speechless. I had a good game plan, I just couldn’t get it done'. |
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Event:
WCF 92: Wallace vs Camara 2
Date: Oct 02, 2021 |
#R1#
Leahy gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD2#
and Yueng counters with a nice double leg into side control. Leahy won't be happy with that.
Leahy is looking to reverse the position.
Yueng gets to mount! Leahy was on the offensive and wasn't defending properly. #SUB2#
Leahy reaches up to try and pull Yueng in and control his posture, but Yueng latches on to an arm and pivots quickly for an armbar! Leahy taps out and this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bolo Yueng !
After winning the bout, Bolo Yueng 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:
WCF WNF 69: Yueng vs Baker
Date: Sep 01, 2021 |
#R1#
Yueng with a poor takedown
and Baker counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head.
Yueng takes a jab right on the kisser.
Baker lands a lovely overhand right.
Baker throws a lazy right hand but Yueng sees it coming a mile off and sidesteps it easily.
Yueng appears to be looking for a counter takedown.#KD2#
Baker feints and then winds up with a huge right hand that connects perfectly and sends Yueng sprawling to the canvas! Yueng rolls over backwards and springs off the cage and manages to regain his footing - how acrobatic! Oh, he's still wobbly - can Baker finish him?!
#ROC2#Yueng is rocked!
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!
Baker fires a straight punch through the middle that cracks Yueng square on the jaw! Damn, Yueng is out cold on his feet and topples face first to the canvas! Wow, I haven't seen a knockout that brutal in a long time!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Balthazar Baker!
A relieved looking Balthazar Baker thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
Bolo Yueng spoke after the fight, saying 'Im speechless. I had a good game plan, I just couldn’t get it done'. |
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Event:
WCF WNF 65: Songrin vs Yeung
Date: Aug 04, 2021 |
#R1#
Sogrin turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
Sogrin scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Yueng slips under a jab from Sogrin.
A really sloppy takedown attempt there from Yueng .
Sogrin looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.#CL2#
Yueng closes the distance and clinches.
Yueng blocking some punches.
Sogrin lands a right hand that snaps the head of Yueng backwards.
Sogrin lands a body punch - he's looking to wear down Yueng .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
A shot in the inside from Sogrin.
Yueng tries a knee to the head but Sogrin blocks it.
Yueng is trying to pull guard but being pressed up against the cage enables Sogrin to keep the fight standing.
A head punch blocked on the inside by Yueng . #T1#
Sogrin lands with a short punch from the clinch.
Sogrin throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Yueng s head.
Sogrin throws a punch but it's blocked by Yueng .
Yueng letting Sogrin take a breather here.#BC#
Sogrin breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Konstantin Sogrin seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Yueng fails in his attempt to clinch.
Yueng shoots in and drives through. Sogrin sprawls well.
Konstantin Sogrin has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bolo Yueng .
Sogrin falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD2#
and Yueng decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Sogrin's guard.
Yueng wants to pass the guard but Sogrin is keeping the position.
Yueng trying to control the position from guard on top but Sogrin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Sogrin wants to get back to his feet but Yueng is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Yueng looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Sogrin wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Sogrin is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Yueng is controlling him.
Yueng is looking to work some ground and pound but Sogrin has wrist control.
Yueng won't allow Sogrin to get back to his feet. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Yueng drives through with a takedown into Sogrin's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Yueng trying to control but Sogrin is working from the bottom.
Sogrin has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall. #T3#
Yueng wants to control from the top but Sogrin keeps moving.
Sogrin is pulling down on Yueng 's head to control his posture.
Yueng throws a big elbow that misses.
Yueng looking to pass the guard.
Yueng prevents Sogrin from getting back to his feet.
Yueng trying to control the position from guard on top but Sogrin is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Yueng tries for a takedown but Sogrin circles away easily
and Sogrin counters with a crisp hook to the side of the head. #T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Sogrin misses with an uppercut. Yueng saw that one coming.
Yueng takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Sogrin throws a big shot that misses.
Yueng drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Sogrin defends it well.
Yueng gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily
letting Sogrin counter with a right hand.
Yueng on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Sogrin lands a leg kick. The shin dug right into the meat of the thigh.
Sogrin dances in quickly and lands a nice inside leg kick on Yueng . That did some damage!
Yueng fails in his attempt to clinch.
Yueng takes a solid shot to the body. That one hurt him but he's trying not to show it.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Konstantin Sogrin dominated that round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!#R2#
Sogrin swings wildly with a right hand that was never going to find it's target.
A slow jab from Sogrin misses its intended target.
A solid body kick from Sogrin.
Yueng misses with a double jab.
It looked like Sogrin was looking amped, ready to throw a big counter but didn't commit.
Sogrin throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
Yueng drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Sogrin defends it well.
Yueng keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Yueng fails with a takedown attempt.
Sogrin tried to counter with a leg kick but Yueng avoided it.
Konstantin Sogrin is winning the standup battle so far.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng chopped to the floor by a nice leg kick but he springs right back up before Sogrin can pounce on him.
#T1#
A big left from Sogrin misses.
Yueng is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Jab from Sogrin.
Sogrin misses with a jab, cross combination.
A low kick from Sogrin misses #TD2#
and Yueng counters with a single leg into guard. Sogrin didn't expect that.
Sogrin wants to get back to his feet but Yueng is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Sogrin has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Sogrin is looking to stand up but Yueng isn't so interested in that idea.
Yueng 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. #T2#
Sogrin is looking to stand up but Yueng isn't so interested in that idea.
Yueng is fighting to break Sogrin's control of his arms but Sogrin is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.
Yueng chips away with some ground and pound.
Yueng throwing strikes but missing.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Sogrin holds on and takes a little breather.
Yueng trying to move into half guard but instead Sogrin has managed to sweep!#REVR##SUB2#
Yueng is looking to cinch up a triangle. Sogrin throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Yueng 's body to avoid the submission. Yueng has instead reached around Sogrin's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Yueng arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Bolo Yueng !
Bolo Yueng 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:
WCF 79: Tofail vs Maki
Date: Jul 03, 2021 |
#R1##CL2#
Blood instigates a clinch.
Blood changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Yueng fights it off and pushes away nicely.
We've been informed that Blood 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#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Blood enables Yueng to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Blood manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Yueng looking to sit in guard and control but Blood gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Yueng not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Blood throws a big right hand that misses.
Blood trying to control the position from guard on top but Yueng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Blood won't allow Yueng to sweep him here.
Yueng is trying to keep Blood in close.
#T1#
Blood trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Blood wants to control from the top but Yueng keeps moving.
Blood controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Yueng is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Blood working some ground and pound from guard but it's not doing any damage. #SUB#
Yueng throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Yueng working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Blood doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Blood manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.#SUB2#
Blood 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.
Blood trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Blood trying to control but Yueng is working from the bottom.
Yueng looking to control.
Blood trying to control but Yueng is working from the bottom. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Yueng swings wildly with a couple of big hooks
and Blood counters with a three punch combo that has Yueng backing up. Yueng nods at Blood to acknowledge the strikes.#CL2#
Blood clinches with his opponent.
#T3#
Yueng just leaning against Blood, taking a breather.
Blood is working on a leg, looking for a takedown but Yueng is defending well.
The pace really dropping off here, momentarily.
Blood wants to break the clinch but can't.
Blood effectively controlling the action here.#TD#
Yueng jumps into guard, dragging Blood to the mat.
Blood throws a big elbow that misses.
Blood wants to control from the top but Yueng keeps moving.
Yueng wants to sweep but no luck. #T4#
Blood passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB2#
Blood working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Blood creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Yueng sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Blood working away.
Blood trying to control the action but Yueng is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yueng striking from the bottom but nothing landed.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Tim Blood dominated that round.
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.#R2#
Yueng misses with a body shot. Nice footwork from Blood.
#CL#
Yueng moves into the clinch.
Blood throws a knee to the head but misses.
#TD#
Yueng jumps guard and drags Blood to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
Blood wants to control from the top but Yueng keeps moving.
Yueng wants to sweep but no luck.
Yueng working a defensive guard here.
Bolo Yueng overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Yueng avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Blood slips nicely into half guard.
Yueng trying to hold on to Blood's head to control him but Blood postures up.
#T1##SUB#
Yueng looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Blood is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Blood seems to be working for a kimura but Yueng defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Yueng looking for submissions off his back.
Yueng makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Yueng .#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Yueng is looking for a triangle but Blood pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB#
Yueng is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle. #SUB2#
Blood postures up as if he's going to throw some strikes but drops back for an ankle! Yueng is in big trouble! He looks ready to tap! But no, he's escaped and dives on top of Blood, into his guard. #REVR#
Yueng trying to control the position from guard on top but Blood is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T3#
Blood working a defensive guard here.
Blood keeping moving, preventing Yueng from controlling successfully.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Yueng is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Blood is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
Yueng preventing the sweep.
Yueng throwing strikes from guard but Blood blocks nicely.
Blood keeping moving, preventing Yueng from controlling successfully.
Yueng postures up and lands a big shot to Blood's brow. #SUB#
Yueng drops back looking for a leg! Blood is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Blood manages to kick Yueng off! Yueng jumps back into Blood's guard. #T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Yueng working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Blood's head.
Yueng trying to control the position from guard on top but Blood is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Blood looking to control.
Blood keeping moving, preventing Yueng from controlling successfully.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Blood lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Blood is looking to work some ground and pound but Yueng has wrist control.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bolo Yueng dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3#
Blood tries to close the distance and clinch up but Yueng swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Blood tries for a takedown but Yueng circles away easily#TD#
and Yueng counters with a nice double leg into half guard. #SUB2#
Blood looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Yueng is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Blood is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Yueng 's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Yueng 's back!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Blood patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Yueng just trying to survive but Blood is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Blood is hanging on to Yueng 's back as he tries to escape.
Blood doesn't have the hooks in and Yueng manages to turn into his guard.
#T1#
Yueng trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Blood is trying to control the position but Yueng postures up. #SUB#
Yueng is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Blood is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Blood has escaped and now he's on top! #REVB##SUB2#
Blood has gone for a leg lock! Yueng slips out almost immediately though and dives into Blood's guard.#REVR#
Blood keeping moving, preventing Yueng from controlling successfully.
Blood 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.#T2#
Yueng tries to free his leg and advance position but Blood is retaining full guard.
Yueng trying to control the position from guard on top but Blood is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Yueng passes into half guard under a barage of strikes.
Yueng works his way into full mount!
Blood working to try and regain half guard.
Yueng is in the full mount, landing strikes. #T3#
Blood avoids a series of strikes thrown by Yueng .
#SUB#
Yueng working to secure an arm triangle but it's not happening for him just yet.
Blood regains half guard.
Blood controlling the position for now.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Yueng lands a nice short elbow.#SUB#
Yueng 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.
Blood is trying to get back to full guard.#T4#
Blood gets back to full guard.
Yueng lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Yueng postures up.
Blood pulls Yueng in close to his closed guard and prevents Yueng from doing any damage or advancing position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Yueng trying to control but Blood is working from the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bolo Yueng showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Yueng 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 Darius Henderson scores the fight 29:28
Judge Skip Squint scores the fight 29:28
Judge Damien Edna scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bolo Yueng !
In his post fight interview, Bolo Yueng gave a big smile as he said 'I want some gawd damn respect '. |
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Event:
WCF 74: Bader vs Chaize
Date: May 29, 2021 |
#R1##TD#
Yueng gets the takedown into side control.
Singh takes a big shot right to the temple there but he's taken it well.
#SUB#
Yueng is trying to get an arm triangle but Singh is defending well.
Singh trying to remain calm as Yueng controls from the top position.
Singh parries the strikes from Yueng easily there. Yueng is wary of posturing up too much because it might enable Singh to escape.
#SUB#
Yueng tries for a kimura but Singh is defending well. #SUB#
Yueng tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng wants to control but Singh is keeping him busy. #T1##SUB#
Yueng thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Singh 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.
Yueng just content to control the position.
Yueng throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.#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.
Yueng trying to control the action but Singh is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Yueng is trying to get an arm triangle but Singh is defending well. #SUB#
Yueng tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Yueng has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Yueng is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Singh knows the correct defense though, so he's OK. #SUB#
Yueng is trying to get an arm triangle but Singh is defending well. #T3#
Yueng is working Singh over with some ground and pound from side control.
Singh tries to escape but Yueng is in control. #SUB#
Yueng working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Yueng wants to lay and pray for a moment but Singh keeps working.
Yueng taking a breather here. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Yueng looking to punish the body of his opponent here but Singh is avoiding damage well.
Singh avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Yueng .
Yueng is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Singh will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.#SUB#
Yueng is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Singh has escaped the position, nice work there.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yueng misses with a strike but at least he's keeping busy, looking to cause some damage - that will still help him when it comes to the judges scorecards.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bolo Yueng 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#
Yueng keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
Yueng fails with the takedown.
Yueng is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Singh can do to turn this around?
Yueng shoots in and drives through. Singh sprawls well.
Singh lands a powerful looking uppercut that connected with his opponent's jaw.
Singh fails to land with a series of punches.
Yueng changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Singh throws a nice looking combination but Yueng bobs and weaves to avoid any damage.
Singh throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Yueng decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Singh's guard.
Yueng trying to control but Singh is working from the bottom.
Singh wants to stand but Yueng is controlling the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Singh keeping moving, preventing Yueng from controlling successfully.
Yueng slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Yueng is looking for a kimura but Singh is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Yueng to get the leverage.
Yueng tries to pass the half guard into mount. Singh knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Yueng is looking for a kimura but Singh is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Yueng to get the leverage.
Yueng throwing shots but Singh is blocking nicely.
Yueng definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.#T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Singh looks like he's trying to stand up.
Yueng missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Singh is trying to stand up here but Yueng is controlling him well. #SUB#
Yueng is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Singh is trying to stand back up but Yueng is controlling him
#SUB#
Yueng is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Yueng is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Singh is just riding it out for now. Yueng eventually gives up the hold. #T3##SUB#
Yueng is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Yueng is trying to work for a kimura but Singh is defending well.
Bolo Yueng overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB#
Yueng is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Singh has managed to free his arm - good work. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Yueng is looking for a kimura but Singh is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Yueng to get the leverage.
Yueng lands strikes from half guard.
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Yueng connects with a nice short shot to Singh's temple.
Yueng prevents Singh from improving his position.#SUB#
Yueng is looking for a kimura here.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Singh can do anything to dispel that myth.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Singh keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bolo Yueng dominated that second round.
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#
Singh fails to land with the punch combination there - jab, cross, hook, miss, miss, miss.
Singh swinging wildly here.
Singh swings away but doesn't land with a series of punches.
Yueng will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Yueng slips under a jab from Singh.
Singh throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Yueng decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in Singh's guard.
Yueng trying to control but Singh is working from the bottom.
Yueng prevents Singh from getting back to his feet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng 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. #T1#
Yueng pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Singh is keeping the position for now.
Yueng is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Yueng trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Yueng pushes down on Singh's leg and manages to get into half guard.#SUB#
Yueng seems to be looking for submissions.
Yueng throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Yueng controlling the action here.
Singh is looking to escape.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#CL2#
Singh closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Yueng tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Singh just stands there and leans against the cage.#BC2#
Singh breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Singh lands a head shot.
Singh swinging wildly here.
#T3#
Singh swings and misses with a hook to the body.
Yueng attempts a counter takedown but Singh avoids it well and moves away.
Yueng takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Bolo Yueng is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.
Singh throws a right hand that Yueng ducks under and follows up with a left that Yueng also avoids with ease.
Singh walks into a left hand.
Singh's corner calls for a 1, 2 combination and Singh duly obliges.
Yadeep Singh has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Yadeep Singh is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Yueng shoots in for a takedown. "I don't think so" says Singh as he avoids it easily.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bolo Yueng . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Yueng ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Singh moves away.
Yadeep Singh seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Singh throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd. #TD#
Yueng is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Singh's half guard.
Singh really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Yueng . If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Singh is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
#T4#
Singh has hold of Yueng 's hands but Yueng slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Singh wants to get back to his feet.
Yueng wants to pass to mount but Singh is defending the position.
Yueng sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Singh defending well though. #SUB#
Yueng is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB#
Yueng looking for a submission but Singh manages to get full guard, putting an end to that submission attempt.
And that's the end of the fight!
Yadeep Singh comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Yueng 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 David Schapiro scores the fight 29:28
Judge Dean Styles scores the fight 29:28
Judge Steve Montenegro scores the fight 29:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bolo Yueng !
A very excited looking Bolo Yueng rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed. |
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Event:
WCF WNF 50: Li Chai vs Haba
Date: Apr 21, 2021 |
#R1#
Silva avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Silva with the counter takedown but Yueng avoids it easily.
Bolo Yueng seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#TD#
Silva tries to sprawl but Yueng drives through with a takedown into half guard.
We've been hearing that Yueng has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.#SUB#
Yueng is working for a kimura but Silva is defending it quite comfortably.
Silva tries to get to full guard but Yueng has control of the leg.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng wants to control but Silva is keeping him busy.
Silva is pressing down on Yueng 's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Yueng throws a big right hand that misses.
Yueng trying to control the position from guard on top but Silva is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Yueng looking to pass the guard. #SUB2#
Silva is looking for a triangle but Yueng pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Yueng got a little sloppy there for a moment and Silva has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Yueng has managed to get both his arms back between Silva's legs - danger averted.
Yueng showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #SUB2#
Silva looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Yueng trying to control but Silva is working from the bottom. #T2#
Yueng throwing strikes but missing.
Silva trying to control the position.
Yueng trying to control the position from guard on top but Silva is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Silva being controlled here, momentarily.
Silva keeping moving, preventing Yueng from controlling successfully. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#T3##TD#
Silva tries to sprawl but Yueng drives through with a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Silva looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Silva is looking to control Yueng 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Silva avoid being mounted?
Yueng missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Silva is looking to improve his position.
Yueng controlling the pace. #T4#
Silva has hold of Yueng 's hands but Yueng slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Silva has found himself in a tricky position here. He's been working his transitions in training so let's see if he can work his way out of it.#SUB#
Yueng is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Silva is just riding it out for now. Yueng eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Yueng is trying to work for a kimura but Silva is defending well.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Silva is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Yueng pulls his head out easily.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bolo Yueng dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Yueng scores with a straight right hand, right through his opponent's guard.
No joy there for Yueng , who threw a few shots but didn't land.
Silva feints the counter takedown.#TD#
Yueng throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. Silva was covering up waiting for the punch and Yueng finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Bolo Yueng overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Yueng trying to control but Silva is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1##SUB2#
Yueng got a little sloppy there for a moment and Silva has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Yueng has managed to get both his arms back between Silva's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Silva working for a triangle but Yueng defends it easily.
Silva avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Yueng throwing strikes from guard but Silva blocks nicely. #SUB2#
Silva looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Yueng wants to control from the top but Silva keeps moving. #T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Silva working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Yueng .
Silva is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Yueng is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Silva can do to turn this around?
Silva pulls Yueng in to control the position.
Yueng has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Yueng wanted to stand there but Silva had control of the position.
Yueng wants to control from the top but Silva keeps moving. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.#TD#
Yueng looks for a takedown. He's got it. We're now in half guard.#T3##SUB#
Yueng is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
#SUB2#
Silva looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Yueng wants to control but Silva is keeping him busy.
Yueng is pressing down on Silva's thigh, looking to free his foot. Silva is holding on for now.
Yueng is working hard here to advance position.
Silva trying to control here.
#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.#SUB#
Yueng is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Silva is just riding it out for now. Yueng eventually gives up the hold. #SUB2#
Silva actively working from the bottom here.
Yueng looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Silva has a hand on Yueng 's thigh, trying to get back to full guard. Yueng takes advantage of the position though and mounts him!
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bolo Yueng dominated that second round.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!#R3##TD#
Yueng feints and as Silva raises his hands in defense, Yueng changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.#SUB2#
Silva looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Yueng trying to control the position from guard on top but Silva is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Silva looking for a guillotine here but Yueng defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Silva working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Yueng doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Yueng manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #T1#
Yueng passes Silva's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Yueng throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Yueng tries to stand but his hand is stuck under Silva.
Yueng throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Silva has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Yueng is working away from the top position though.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Silva looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Yueng sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Silva defending well though. #SUB#
Yueng is looking for a kimura here.
Yueng prevents Silva from improving his position.#SUB2#
Silva is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Yueng pulls his head out easily.
Yueng sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Silva defending well though.
Yueng is stalling here. Silva is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Yueng seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Silva has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #T3#
Yueng is looking to regain half guard here but Silva keeps moving and retains side control.
Yueng sneaks a leg under to get back to half guard.
Yueng tries to get to full guard but Silva has control of the leg. #T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Yueng wants to control but Silva is keeping busy and won't allow it. #SUB2#
Silva is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Yueng wants to control but Silva passes into side.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yueng tries to bench press Silva off him but Silva keeps the position.
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 Bolo Yueng .
Well Yueng 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 Colin Fray scores the fight 30:27
Judge Josh West scores the fight 30:27
Judge Chris Saunders scores the fight 30:27
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bolo Yueng !
In his post fight interview, Bolo Yueng gave a big smile as he said '“nan inyeon-ege soin-eul jug-ilgeoya.” TRANSLATION: I’m going to ducking kill someone up in this bitch! It’s time for me to be ranked'. |
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Event:
WCF WNF 44: Rua vs Dylan
Date: Mar 10, 2021 |
#R1#
Senior is trying hard to land a takedown here. Yueng sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet.
Senior has a takedown stuffed.
Yueng is definitely looking for the counter takedowns here.
Yueng misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#CL2#
Yueng fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Senior, pushing him back against the cage.
Senior is trying to drag Yueng to the mat but Yueng just about manages to keep his footing. He used the cage to his advantage there.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Joe Senior. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Yueng has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Senior regains guard immediately.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long. #T1##SUB#
Senior looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Senior keeping full guard, as Yueng tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Yueng trying to control but Senior is working from the bottom.
Senior seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Yueng might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Senior haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Yueng works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Yueng is thwarting Senior's attempts to control the position.
Senior wants to improve his position but Yueng is controlling well.
Senior trying to control but Yueng postures up.
Yueng throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Yueng throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
Senior tries to roll over but Yueng keeps him under control.#T3#
The two fighters exchange a few words. I couldn't hear what they were saying but maybe it's more fun if you make it up yourself. Yueng connects with a nice short shot to Senior's temple.
Yueng wants to free his trapped foot but Senior is holding on for dear life with his legs. #SUB2#
Yueng is working for a submission of some sort.
Yueng content to control rather than advance. #T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Yueng uses his free foot to push down on Senior's thigh. Eventually he works his other foot free and he's advanced to mount - this is trouble for Senior. #SUB2#
Yueng swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Senior is now in Yueng 's guard. A big mistake from Yueng there, giving up the dominant position!
Senior trying to control the position from guard on top but Yueng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Yueng throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yueng controls Senior momentarily but Senior frees himself.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bolo Yueng dominated that round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!#R2##TD2#
Yueng 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.#SUB#
Senior has his foot on Yueng 's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Yueng works his way back into a safe position though.
Yueng passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Senior is trying to control Yueng 's posture but Yueng avoids it. #SUB2#
Yueng tries for a kimura but Senior is defending well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Senior is trying to improve his position.#T1#
Yueng lands a few punches from side control.#SUB2#
Yueng thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Senior is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Yueng lands a few punches from side control.
Senior tries to buck Yueng off but Yueng is having none of it.
You can see the frustration on Senior's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T2#
Senior is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Senior is not in a great position here, taking some shots. #SUB2#
Yueng goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Senior has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Yueng but great work by Senior.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Senior is looking to take a break and control but Yueng is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Yueng tries to bench press Senior off him but Senior keeps the position.
Yueng is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#T3#
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Yueng is not content to let Senior control the position.
Yueng is trying to control Senior's posture but Senior avoids it.
Senior wants to control but Yueng is keeping him busy.
Yueng tries to bench press Senior off him but Senior keeps the position.
Yueng has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#T4#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Yueng is not content to let Senior control the position.
Yueng is moving his hips around well on the bottom and has managed to get back to half guard.
Senior looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Yueng wants to control but Senior is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Senior is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Senior trying to control the action but Yueng is working from the bottom.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The fighters are battling for position here. Yueng manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Senior wants to control from the top but Yueng keeps moving.
And that is the end of the round. The fighters go back to their corners.
Bolo Yueng showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Senior's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. 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##TD2#
Yueng shoots in and gets a takedown into half guard. Yueng showed some decent athleticism there.
The fighters are battling for position here. Senior manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Yueng wants to control from the top but Senior keeps moving. #SUB#
Senior looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng trying to control the position from guard on top but Senior is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Senior trying to control the position.
#T1#
Yueng slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Yueng 's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Yueng stays in close to Senior's body and controls the position.
Yueng trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Yueng wants to control from the top but Senior keeps moving. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Yueng is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Yueng fails with an attempt to clinch.
Senior tries to close the distance and clinch up but Yueng swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Senior misses with a wild combination.
Senior keeps the fight on the outside.
Yueng tries to clinch but Senior moves out of range.
Senior shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Yueng but Yueng pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Joe Senior has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T3#
Senior walks into a straight right hand from Yueng .
Senior tries to land with a swinging hook to the body but Yueng was well out of range. Poor timing from Senior.
Senior throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Yueng stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.#CL2#
Yueng gets in close and instigates a clinch. #TD2#
Yueng pulls guard. #SUB2#
Senior got a little sloppy there for a moment and Yueng has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Senior has managed to get both his arms back between Yueng 's legs - danger averted.
Senior trying to control but Yueng is working from the bottom.
Bolo Yueng has got the better of the ground game so far.#T4#
Yueng looking to control.
Senior stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Yueng swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Yueng keeping moving, preventing Senior from controlling successfully.
Senior 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.
Yueng looks more muscular than last time we saw him. He must have been on the weights.
Senior wants to control from the top but Yueng keeps moving.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yueng is trying to keep Senior in close.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bolo Yueng comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Yueng 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 Phil Schofield scores the fight 27:30
Judge Chris Edwards scores the fight 27:30
Judge Sam Margolis scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bolo Yueng !
Bolo Yueng took some time post fight to say the following; '“nan inyeon-ege soin-eul jug-ilgeoya.” TRANSLATION: I’m going to ducking kill someone up in this bitch! It’s time for me to be ranked'. |
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Event:
WCF 57: Bardia vs Li Chai
Date: Jan 30, 2021 |
#R1#
Diaz throws a hook to the side of Yueng 's head but Yueng sees it coming and ducks under it beautifully.
Diaz pushing out the jab but it's not landing.
Diaz throws an overhand right that lands on Yueng 's shoulder, as Yueng tries to avoid the shot.
Yueng is trying to avoid his opponent's strikes and get into the clinch.
Diaz slips a jab from Yueng .
Diaz doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD2#
and Yueng counters with a shoot takedown. Diaz fights it but they end up in guard.
Diaz keeping full guard, as Yueng tries to pass.
Diaz looking for a sweep. Not yet Diaz, not yet.
Yueng passes Diaz's left leg - he's now in half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng trying to mount his opponent but Diaz defends it.
Diaz is trying to maintain the position but Yueng is very close to passing his half guard.
Yueng seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Diaz does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T1#
Diaz avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Yueng .
Yueng is looking to take a break and control but Diaz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Diaz is trying to maintain the position but Yueng is very close to passing his half guard.#SUB#
Diaz looking for submissions off his back.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Yueng is looking to take a break and control but Diaz is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The fighters are battling for position here. Diaz manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Yueng trying to control but Diaz is working from the bottom. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Diaz is trying to keep Yueng in close.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Diaz seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Yueng trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.#TD#
Diaz is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Yueng 's half guard.
Diaz is looking to stall here but Yueng recovers full guard.
Yueng is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Diaz trying to control but Yueng is working from the bottom. #T3##SUB2#
Yueng has managed to work for a loose triangle. I think Diaz should be able to defend this one pretty easily though. Oh, Yueng has tightened it up now! Diaz should have reacted faster there - he's in big trouble and yes, he's tapped out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:27 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle). Bolo Yueng !
An intense looking Bolo Yueng took to the microphone post fight and gave a little speech: '“nan inyeon-ege soin-eul jug-ilgeoya.” TRANSLATION: I’m going to ducking kill someone up in this bitch! It’s time for me to be ranked'.
Frank Diaz spoke after the fight, saying 'Who wants to see me python? '. |
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Event:
WCF WNF 33: Bader vs Prawira
Date: Dec 23, 2020 |
#R1#
Song lands with a kick to the temple. Yueng shrugs as if to say "is that all you've got?"
A jab from Song misses.
Song displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Yueng .
Song misses with an attempted mid kick.
It appears Yueng was looking to counter with a kick there.
Song is the aggressor but that punch slipped nicely by Yueng .
Song throws a body kick despite being completely out of range#TD#
so Yueng counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Yueng content to stall in guard here.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Song is trying to control the position but Yueng postures up.
Yueng stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Song swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Song is looking to get back to his feet but can't, whilst Yueng is controlling him.
Yueng passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Song 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.#ES2#
Song explodes and escapes back to his feet! Nice escape there! #T1##TD#
Yueng looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Song!
Song bucks up and tries to throw Yueng off but instead Yueng has got his back!
Song trying to get back to his feet but Yueng is in full control for now.
Yueng seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.#SUB#
Song fending off the submission attempt from Yueng .
Song trying to get back to his feet but Yueng is in full control for now. #SUB#
Yueng is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
#ES2#
Song manages to get to his feet, escaping the difficult position. #T2#
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Song paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
This fight brought to you by 5M nutrition - it's mmmmm tasty. Nice jab by Song.
Yueng misses with a takedown attempt - Song sprawls well and throws a nice strike on the way out which just misses.
The fighters circle momentarily. Song darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Yueng connects with a body shot that sends Song's belly button to the back.
Song falls off balance throwing a combination
#TD#
and Yueng counters with a nice double leg into side control. Song won't be happy with that.
Song is letting Yueng control him for a moment. #SUB#
Yueng thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Yueng wants to control but Song is keeping him busy. #T3##SUB#
Yueng thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Yueng taking a breather here. #SUB#
Yueng is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Song knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Yueng throws a knee to the body but it doesn't do much damage.
Song is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Yueng has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Song wants to control but Yueng postures up.
Song is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Yueng has just dragged him back down to the mat.
Song struggling a bit here.#SUB#
Yueng tries for a kimura but Song is defending well. #T4#
Song tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Yueng wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Song trying his best to control but Yueng has mounted him.
Song sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Yueng trying to mount his opponent but Song defends it.
Song pushes Yueng off looking to stand but Yueng dives back in and keeps control.
Yueng content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
Song is looking to escape.#SUB#
Yueng is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Song is just riding it out for now. Yueng eventually gives up the hold.
Yueng performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
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 Bolo Yueng 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.#R2#
Song fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Yueng looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Yueng doesn't manage to clinch there - Song circles away.
Song misses with an attempted mid kick.
A jab from Song finds it's way through Yueng 's defenses.
Yueng moves out of range of the strikes.
Yueng is looking for a counter combo.
Song looks to score with a jab to the body but Yueng is just out of range.
Song misses with a body punch
#CL#
and Yueng moves into the clinch.
Still in the clinch, Song scores with a nice short uppercut.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
With the fighters up against the cage, Song throws an elbow but misses.
Song is looking to break free of the clinch but Yueng has double underhooks. #BC#
Yueng escapes the clinch and we're back to striking.
Yueng ducks under a wild hook from Song.#TD#
Song gets caught napping as Yueng dives in and scores a takedown. Song manages to retain guard.#T1#
Yueng postures up.
Yueng controls from within his opponent's guard.
Song wants to stand and escape but Yueng is having none of it.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Song manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.
Song tried to land a shot to the body but connects with Yueng 's elbow.
Song misses with a punch to the body.
#TD#
Yueng decides to pull guard.
Song wants to control from the top but Yueng keeps moving.
Yueng has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Song is looking to stand up but Yueng won't let him. #T2##SUB#
Yueng escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Song gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Yueng keeping moving, preventing Song from controlling successfully.
Song would like to get this fight back to the feet but can't get free from the closed guard. #SUB#
Yueng has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Song can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SU2#
Song decides to stand up and beckons his opponent to follow.
Song cracks Yueng with a hook to the jaw. Both fighters smile at eachother and high-five before getting back down to business.#T3#
Yueng takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Song misses with a body kick.
Alexandrew Song seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.#CL#
Song gets tackled into the cage by Yueng . Yueng maintains the clinch.
Stalling in the clinch from Yueng .
#TD#
Yueng gets control of Song's arms and successfully pulls guard. Yueng will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Song tries to stand but Yueng is controlling from the bottom.
Yueng keeping moving, preventing Song from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Yueng is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Song defends well.#SUB#
Yueng pushes a forearm under Song's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Song is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bolo Yueng !
Bolo Yueng took to the mic in his post fight interview and said 'im gonna fucking kill someone'. |
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Event:
CACC 138: Silva vs Ward
Date: Nov 15, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of London, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Casper Timmermans! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 7 losses; Bolo Yueng !
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Percy O'Donnell and Timothy Bukovac.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Timmermans closes the distance and pushes Yueng back into the ropes.#TD#
Timmermans ties up his opponent against the ropes and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Timmermans no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Timmermans working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Timmermans escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Yueng gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Yueng wants to control from the top but Timmermans keeps moving.
Timmermans can't keep his opponent in guard - Yueng advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng is keen to just control but Timmermans is a slippery customer.
Yueng sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Timmermans tries to get to full guard but Yueng has control of the leg. #T1#
Yueng is looking to advance position but Timmermans won't allow it.
Timmermans is trying to get back to full guard.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Timmermans is in trouble now - Yueng has advanced to mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Timmermans (0) vs (3) Yueng #T2#
Yueng prevents Timmermans from getting the reversal.
Timmermans looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Timmermans (0) vs (6) Yueng #SUB2#
Timmermans has hold of Yueng 's leg, trying to break free but it's let Yueng lock up a rear naked choke! This could be big trouble! Timmermans is turning an unusual color here… he's out! Yueng throws him to one side and jumps onto the ropes to celebrate with his fans.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:36 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bolo Yueng !
Bolo Yueng made sure to mention his sponsor, Finnish Elite Extreme Science in his post fight interview. |
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Event:
TWGC 32 (205lbs, D2): Amsterdam Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Oct 26, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 1 losses; Trevina Gunter! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 6 losses; Bolo Yueng !
The judges for this bout are Aafke Stam, Albert Achterberg and Paul Aken.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Gunter fails with the takedown#CL2#
and Yueng counters by moving into the clinch. Good anticipation by Yueng .
Gunter has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Yueng avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Yueng tries for a takedown. No joy.
Gunter has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Yueng after a bit of a struggle.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Trevina Gunter. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Gunter is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Yueng pulls him back up using the underhooks. #TD2#
Yueng successfully pulls guard.
#SUB2#
Yueng has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gunter can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Gunter slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Gunter has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.#T1#
Yueng looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Yueng is still trying to improve position.#SUB2#
Yueng looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Yueng is trying to control the position but Gunter postures up.
Gunter will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Gunter controlling from the guard. I say controlling but really, he's stalling.
Gunter stopping the sweep attempt from Yueng .#T2#
Gunter controls from within his opponent's guard.
Gunter 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.
Yueng trying to keep a closed guard but Gunter is proving a slippery customer.
Gunter sitting in guard, not really doing much. #SUB2#
Yueng has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Gunter can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #T3#
Yueng looking for a sweep. Not yet Yueng , not yet.
Yueng being controlled here, momentarily.
Yueng looking for a sweep. Not yet Yueng , not yet.
Gunter stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Yueng swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gunter is stalling in the full guard. #T4#
Gunter stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Yueng swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Gunter content to stall in guard here. #SUB2#
Gunter got a little sloppy there for a moment and Yueng has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gunter has managed to get both his arms back between Yueng 's legs - danger averted.
Our spies down at at Finnish Elite Sport and Fitness Center inform us that Yueng has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Gunter slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T5#
Gunter stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Yueng swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Yueng 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.
Gunter tries to free his leg and advance position but Yueng is retaining full guard.
Yueng trying to control the position.
Gunter's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T6#
Yueng looking to hit a scissor sweep but Gunter is one step ahead there. #SUB2#
Yueng working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Gunter doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Gunter manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Gunter slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #T7#
Gunter'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#
Gunter got a little sloppy there for a moment and Yueng has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Gunter has managed to get both his arms back between Yueng 's legs - danger averted.
Yueng being controlled here, momentarily.
Yueng is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T8##SUB2#
Yueng escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Gunter gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Yueng being controlled here, momentarily.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T9#
Gunter wants to pass the guard but Yueng is keeping the position.
Yueng looking to control.
Gunter is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#SUB2#
Yueng throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Gunter pushes down on Yueng 's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T10#
Gunter controlling the action here.
Gunter works his foot free and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Gunter (3) vs (0) Yueng
Yueng tries to reverse the position but Gunter maintains control.
Gunter controlling from the full mount. #T11#
Yueng wants to control but Gunter is having none of it.
Gunter looking to control and managing it successfully.
This is a sustained period of stalling by Gunter.
Further stalling from Gunter.
Yueng is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T12#
Gunter controlling from mount.
Yueng is working to get back to half guard.
#T13#
Gunter looking to control and managing it successfully.
Yueng working to try and regain half guard.
Gunter controlling the pace for now.
Yueng is wriggling around trying to escape.
#T14#
Gunter takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Yueng is in all sorts of trouble here.
Gunter controlling from the full mount.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yueng is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
And that's the end of the fight!
Gunter takes the fight on points by 3 to 0.
Bolo Yueng was interviewed post fight and said 'i mis managed my energy. I came in over trained'. |
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Event:
CACC 128: Jiurgite vs Wangler
Date: Oct 10, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 8 losses; Ganesha Om! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 5 losses; Bolo Yueng !
The judges for this bout are Timothy Bukovac, Frank Antenori and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL#
Om rushes Yueng and pushes him back against the ropes in a clinch.
Yueng tries for a takedown. No joy.
Yueng has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Om avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Yueng jumps guard but Om turns him against the ropes and keeps the fight standing.
Ganesha Om has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bolo Yueng .#TD2#
Yueng has picked Om up - he's going for a ride! Yueng dumps his opponent to the mat with a thud and settles into half guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Om (0) vs (2) Yueng
Om is looking to improve his position.
Om gets full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Om's coaches at Unbroken Halo Temple of Illumination have been working on his defensive grappling in preparation for this fight so let's see if he can get out of this tricky position.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Om is looking for a sweep. Yueng is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1#
Yueng wants to lay and pray for a moment but Om keeps working.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Om gets full guard.
Om tries to land a sweep but no joy.
My spies in Finnish Elite Sport and Fitness Center inform me that Yueng has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Yueng slips nicely into half guard.#T2#
Om trying to hold on to Yueng 's head to control him but Yueng postures up.
Yueng controlling the action here.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Om trying to control but Yueng postures up.
Yueng wants to free his trapped foot but Om is holding on for dear life with his legs. #T3#
Om wants to control but Yueng is keeping busy.
#SUB2#
Yueng is trying to work for a kimura but Om is defending well.
Om slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Yueng trying to control but Om is working from the bottom.
Om 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: Om (2) vs (2) Yueng #T4#
Yueng is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Om's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Om's back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Om (2) vs (6) Yueng
Om turns into Yueng and is now in his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Om (4) vs (6) Yueng
Om stays in close to Yueng 's body and controls the position. #SUB2#
Yueng is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Om looking to sit in guard and control but Yueng gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Om (4) vs (8) Yueng #T5#
Yueng trying to control the position from guard on top but Om is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Om wants to sweep but no luck.
Om bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Yueng 's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Om (6) vs (8) Yueng #SUB2#
Yueng has an active guard here but Om has managed to pass into half guard.
Om trying to control the action but Yueng is working from the bottom. #T6#
Yueng tries to roll over but Om keeps him under control.#SUB#
Yueng is defending against the submission attempts here by Om.
Yueng wants to improve his position but Om is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Yueng looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T7#
Om is taking a breather. Yueng 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.
Om is looking to stall here but Yueng recovers full guard. #SUB2#
Om got a little sloppy there for a moment and Yueng has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Om has managed to get both his arms back between Yueng 's legs - danger averted.
Om wants to control from the top but Yueng keeps moving. #T8#
Om works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Yueng wants to improve his position but Om is controlling well.
Yueng is still trying to improve position.
Yueng trying to control but Om postures up.
Om seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Yueng trying to control but Om postures up.
#T9##SUB#
Om 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#
Om is working for an americana but Yueng has been sneaky and has managed to get back to half guard, whilst Om was thinking about the submission.
Om trying to control but Yueng is working from the bottom. #T10#
Yueng is trying to keep Om in close.
Om is stalling in the full guard.
Yueng keeping full guard, as Om tries to pass.
Om is working hard here to advance position.
Om 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. #T11#
Om trying to control the position from guard on top but Yueng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Om is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.#T12##SUB2#
Om avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Yueng controls Om momentarily but Om frees himself.
Om preventing the sweep.
Om trying to control but Yueng is working from the bottom.
Om pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Yueng is keeping the position for now. #T13##SUB2#
Yueng looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Om pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Yueng is keeping the position for now.
Om trying to control the position from guard on top but Yueng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Om wants to pass the guard but Yueng is keeping the position.#T14##SUB2#
Yueng looks to be working for a triangle here. Oh, it looks like he might have it! Om has picked Yueng up and slammed him! Yueng can't keep hold of the triangle and Om manages to pass to side control! Score +3 for passing guard: Om (9) vs (8) Yueng
Yueng is not content to let Om control the position.
Yueng tries to buck Om off but Om is having none of it.
Yueng struggling a bit here.
Yueng is being controlled here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yueng wants to control but Om postures up.
And that's the end of the fight!
Om takes the fight on points by 9 to 8.
An out of breath Ganesha Om thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
Bolo Yueng spoke after the fight, saying 'i mis managed my energy. I came in over trained'. |
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Event:
CACC 122: Average vs Jiurgite
Date: Sep 19, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of New York, with a TWGC record of 24 wins and 18 losses; Mike Schultz! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 4 wins and 4 losses; Bolo Yueng !
The judges for this bout are Robert Douchet, Dillan Fox and Gregory Folan.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#TD#
Yueng gets caught flat footed, as Schultz shoots in with a quick takedown into guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Schultz (2) vs (0) Yueng
Yueng 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 fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Schultz trying to control the position from guard on top but Yueng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Schultz looking to pass the guard.
Schultz's corner is telling him to maintain position.#SUB2#
Yueng had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Schultz defends it easily.
Yueng working a defensive guard here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Schultz controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Schultz trying to control the position from guard on top but Yueng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Yueng is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Schultz is aware though and is defending well.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.#SUB#
Schultz drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Schultz jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Yueng working for a triangle but Schultz defends it easily.
Schultz wants to pass the guard but Yueng is keeping the position.
Schultz trying to control the position from guard on top but Yueng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T2#
Yueng looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Schultz forces his way into half guard.
Yueng wants to control but Schultz is keeping busy.
#SUB#
Schultz is trying to work for a kimura but Yueng is defending well.
Yueng is trying to get back to full guard.
Yueng trying to control but Schultz postures up.
#T3##SUB#
Schultz is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB#
Schultz is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Yueng actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Schultz is looking for a kimura here.
Yueng is trying to get back to full guard.#T4##SUB#
Schultz is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Schultz is trying to control. Yueng wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Schultz stalling. #SUB2#
Yueng looking for submissions off his back.#T5#
Schultz keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Schultz trying to control from half guard but Yueng is working away.
Yueng regains full guard. Nicely done.
Schultz looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
We've been informed that Yueng has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#SUB2#
Yueng working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Schultz doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Schultz manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Schultz is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions. #T6#
Yueng is trying to keep Schultz in close.
Schultz forces his way into half guard.
Yueng is concentrating on defense, preventing Schultz from advancing position.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Schultz wants to take a breather but Yueng is having none of it.
Schultz not doing much here.
Schultz is looking to stall here but Yueng recovers full guard. #T7#
Schultz trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB2#
Yueng is looking for a triangle but Schultz pushes his legs off easily.
#SUB2#
Yueng is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Schultz is aware though and is defending well.
Schultz passes Yueng 's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Yueng is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB#
Schultz is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Yueng sees it coming and defends easily.
Schultz content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #T8##SUB#
Schultz wants to work for an arm triangle but Yueng is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Schultz wants to work for an arm triangle but Yueng is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Yueng is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Schultz will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.#SUB#
Schultz is working for a submission of some sort.
Yueng is looking to improve his position.
#T9#
Schultz is looking to take a break and control but Yueng is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #SUB#
Schultz seems to be looking for submissions.
Schultz wants to take a breather but Yueng is having none of it. #SUB2#
Yueng looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.
Schultz is looking to take a break and control but Yueng is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom. #T10##SUB#
Schultz wants to work for an arm triangle but Yueng is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB#
Schultz is trying to work for a kimura but Yueng is defending well.
Schultz is trying to control the action in half guard but Yueng is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Yueng wants to get back to full guard.
Yueng is staying active underneath Schultz, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB#
Schultz is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Schultz seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Yueng does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T11##SUB#
Schultz is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Yueng is just riding it out for now. Schultz eventually gives up the hold.
Yueng wants to get back to full guard.
Yueng is not content to let Schultz control the position.#SUB#
Schultz is looking for a kimura but Yueng is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Schultz to get the leverage.
We've been hearing good reports from Schultz'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.#T12#
Schultz is thwarting Yueng 's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Schultz is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Schultz stalling away here and it's allowed Yueng to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard.
Yueng is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Schultz trying to control the position from guard on top but Yueng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Yueng is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Schultz defends well.#T13#
Schultz slips nicely into half guard.#SUB#
Schultz is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed Yueng to slip a leg under and get back to full guard.
Schultz trying to control the position from guard on top but Yueng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Yueng wants to sweep but no luck.
Schultz trying to control but Yueng is working from the bottom.
Schultz pushes down on Yueng 's leg and manages to get into half guard.#T14#
Yueng is looking for a sweep. Schultz is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Schultz is looking for a kimura but Yueng is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Schultz to get the leverage.
Schultz is keen to just control but Yueng is a slippery customer.#SUB2#
Yueng looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Schultz is looking for a kimura here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
And that's the end of the fight!
Schultz takes the fight on points by 2 to 0.
Mike Schultz made sure to mention his sponsor, UnderGround Supplements in his post fight interview.
Bolo Yueng spoke after the fight, saying 'i mis managed my energy. I came in over trained'. |
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Event:
CACC 120
Date: Sep 12, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 4 losses; Bolo Yueng ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 8 wins and 3 losses; Jin Chai!
The judges for this bout are Jack Bonds, Frank Antenori and Percy O'Donnell.
The fighters connect hands in the middle of the mat and we are under way.#CL2#
Chai clinches with his opponent.
#TD2#
Chai has double underhooks and is working for a body lock takedown. He's got it. The fighters land in half guard but Yueng regains guard immediately. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Yueng (0) vs (2) Chai
Chai trying to control the position from guard on top but Yueng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Chai looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Yueng definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Chai trying to control the position from guard on top but Yueng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Yueng escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Chai gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Chai won't allow Yueng to sweep him here. #T1##SUB#
Yueng escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Chai gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Yueng keeping moving, preventing Chai from controlling successfully.
Yueng not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Chai trying to control but Yueng is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Chai has gone for a leg lock! Yueng slips out almost immediately though and dives into Chai's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Yueng (2) vs (2) Chai
Chai is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#T2##SUB2#
Chai has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Yueng can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Chai working away from the bottom but not quite defensive enough there because Yueng has passed into half guard!
Yueng is trying to control the action in half guard but Chai is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB2#
Chai looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Chai looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3#
Yueng is looking to advance position but Chai won't allow it.
Chai wants to control but Yueng is keeping busy.
Chai trying to keep hold of his opponent's head but Yueng manages to pass to mount!
Score +3 for passing guard: Yueng (5) vs (2) Chai
Yueng wants to take Chai's back here but Chai is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Chai is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
#T4#
Yueng manages to capitalize on a mistake by Chai to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Yueng (8) vs (2) Chai#SUB#
Yueng looking for the choke but no joy.
Chai can't escape the position.
Chai wants to control his opponent's hands but Yueng gets his hands free.
Yueng is trying to stick to Chai's back but Chai is turning into Yueng . He's managed to reverse the position - now he's in Yueng 's guard. Polite applause from the crowd in appreciation of some nice Jiu Jitsu by Chai. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Yueng (8) vs (4) Chai
Yueng keeping moving, preventing Chai from controlling successfully. #T5#
Yueng is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#SUB#
Yueng had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Chai defends it easily.
Chai trying to control but Yueng is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Yueng looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Yueng looking to control.
Yueng might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#T6##SUB2#
Chai drops back, looking for a kneebar! Yueng looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Yueng looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Yueng ! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Yueng (12) vs (4) Chai
Yueng trying to control the action but Chai is working from the bottom.
Chai is looking to reverse the position.
Yueng working away.#SUB#
Yueng is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Chai has escaped the position, nice work there.
Yueng trying to control the action but Chai is working from the bottom. #T7#
Yueng working away.#SUB#
Yueng is trying to get an arm triangle but Chai is defending well. #SUB#
Yueng working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Yueng trying to control the action but Chai is working from the bottom. #T8#
Chai is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Yueng 's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Yueng frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Yueng (15) vs (4) Chai
Chai keeping his composure momentarily, calmly looking to get back to half guard.
Yueng takes Chai's back. Could be looking for a rear naked choke here - either way, Chai is in trouble. Score +3 for taking back: Yueng (18) vs (4) Chai#T9##SUB#
Yueng has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Chai has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#SUB#
Yueng is persistently looking for the submission but Chai is defending it well.
Chai tries to escape but Yueng has the hooks in and won't let him break free. #SUB#
Yueng working for a choke but Chai is defending well. #T10##SUB#
Yueng working for a RNC but it's not happening just yet.
Yueng is not going to allow Chai to sit and survive in this position. #SUB#
Yueng tightening his grip on Chai, looking for the choke. #SUB#
Yueng has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #T11#
Will Yueng go for the finish here or will he try and keep control of the position?
Chai breaks Yueng 's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Yueng (18) vs (6) Chai
Yueng wants to sweep here but Chai controlling him for the moment.
Chai trying to control the position from guard on top but Yueng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T12#
Yueng is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Chai trying to control but Yueng is working from the bottom.
Chai is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Chai wants to control from the top but Yueng keeps moving.
Chai's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T13#
Yueng bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Chai's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Yueng (20) vs (6) Chai#SUB2#
Chai working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Yueng doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Yueng manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem. #SUB2#
Chai isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Yueng stacks Chai 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 Yueng ! Score +3 for passing guard: Yueng (23) vs (6) Chai
Chai is not content to let Yueng control the position.
Chai is looking for a sweep.#T14#
Chai is not content to let Yueng control the position.
A lull in the action here.
Chai is trying to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chai is trying to control Yueng 's posture but Yueng avoids it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Yueng takes the fight on points by 23 to 6.
Jumping up and down and very excited, Bolo Yueng waved his t-shirt featuring Finnish Elite Extreme Science's logo in front of the cameras. |
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Event:
CACC 118
Date: Aug 29, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Los Angeles, with a TWGC record of 11 wins and 4 losses; Tom Tomson! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 3 losses; Bolo Yueng !
The judges for this bout are Frank Antenori, Percy O'Donnell and Jack Bonds.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Tomson displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Yueng . #CL#
The fight moves into the clinch position.#TD#
Tomson jumps guard and drags Yueng to the mat. He's obviously going to be looking for submissions off his back.
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.
Yueng tries to free his leg and advance position but Tomson is retaining full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng trying to control but Tomson is working from the bottom.
Yueng is in a good position here but he's just trying to control... And he's not even managing to do that successfully.#T1#
Tomson looking to hit a scissor sweep but Yueng is one step ahead there.
Yueng looking to pass the guard.
Tomson keeping moving, preventing Yueng from controlling successfully. #T2#
Yueng stays in close to Tomson's body and controls the position.
Yueng trying to control the position from guard on top but Tomson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Tomson is in a tricky position. We've heard reports from his gym mates at Crapollas Gym that he's been drilling escapes, so let's see if he can get back to his feet.
Yueng tries to free his leg and advance position but Tomson is retaining full guard.
Yueng trying to control the position from guard on top but Tomson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Yueng trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3#
Tomson pulls Yueng in close to his closed guard and prevents Yueng from doing any damage or advancing position.
Yueng trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Tomson holds on and takes a little breather.
The fighters are tangled up in the ropes here. We might need a restart if the fighters can't break free themselves.
Yueng looking to sit in guard and control but Tomson gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tomson (2) vs (0) Yueng #T4#
Yueng bucks up whilst keeping hold of a body lock, managing to reverse the position. Now he's in top in Tomson's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Tomson (2) vs (2) Yueng
Yueng trying to control but Tomson is working from the bottom.
Tomson seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
Yueng trying to control the position from guard on top but Tomson is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T5#
Yueng tries to free his leg and advance position but Tomson is retaining full guard.
Yueng trying to control but Tomson is working from the bottom.
My spies in Finnish Elite Sport and Fitness Center inform me that Yueng has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Yueng might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Tomson haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Yueng 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. #T6#
Yueng slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Tomson (2) vs (5) Yueng
Tomson is not content to let Yueng control the position. #SUB2#
Yueng goes for an armbar here - this could be all over! But no, Tomson has escaped beautifully and is now on top in side control! Oh, that's unlucky for Yueng but great work by Tomson. Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Tomson (6) vs (5) Yueng
Tomson taking a breather here. #T7#
Yueng stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Yueng tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Yueng gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Yueng trying to control here.
#T8#
Tomson is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB2#
Yueng looking for submissions off his back.
Tomson trying to control the pace. #T9#
Yueng is looking to improve his position.
Yueng wants to control but Tomson is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The fighters are battling for position here. Yueng manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB2#
Yueng is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Tomson defends well.#T10##SUB2#
Yueng is looking for a triangle here but Tomson uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Tomson (9) vs (5) Yueng
The fighters are trapped in the ropes so we're going to have a reposition here. The ref calls for a break and repositions the fighters in the center of the ring.
Tomson content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
Yueng tries to bench press Tomson off him but Tomson keeps the position. #T11#
Tomson is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Yueng is trying to get back to half guard.
Yueng being controlled for a moment.
Yueng is positioning himself to get back to half guard. #T12#
Yueng is trying to control Tomson's posture but Tomson avoids it.
Tomson advances to mount. Score +2 for reaching mount: Tomson (11) vs (5) Yueng
Tomson wants to take his opponent's back but Yueng doesn't allow it.
Tomson controlling his opponent. #T13#
Yueng wants to control but Tomson is having none of it.
Tomson trying to control but Yueng is having none of it.
Tomson looking to control and managing it successfully.
Yueng tries to get back to half guard but can't. #T14#
Yueng stops Tomson from taking his back. Still, being mounted isn't any better.
Yueng is trying to escape the mount.
Yueng has given up his back here.
Score +3 for taking back: Tomson (14) vs (5) Yueng
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
What can Yueng do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
And that's the end of the fight!
Tomson takes the fight on points by 14 to 5.
Our winner, Tom Tomson, made sure he spent some time buttering up the crowd during his post fight interview, which will no doubt bring him a few more fans.
The defeated Bolo Yueng had this to say: 'i mis managed my energy. I came in over trained'. |
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Event:
F&B 35: Bad Man vs. Spence
Date: Aug 09, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!
Nail uses good footwork to get in and out and land a nice right hand before Yueng has time to react.
Nail scores with a nice head shot.
Yueng takes a jab on the nose there. A little bit of blood seems to be coming out. Hopefully that won't affect his breathing.
#TD#
Yueng darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Nail is holding on to half guard well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Nail keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Nail can do anything to dispel that myth.#T1#
Yueng wants to take a breather but Nail is having none of it.
Nail 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.
Nail trying to hold on to Yueng 's head to control him but Yueng postures up.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.
Yueng content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Nail getting the better of the striking in that exchange.
Yueng walks straight into a jab right on the nose. That one stung - he's blinking and trying to clear his head.
Nail is using his reach advantage to land shots from outside his opponent's range.
Nail lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Yueng shoots in for a double leg but Nail sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.#T2#
Yueng takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
#TD#
Yueng dives in and scores a takedown into Nail's guard.
Nail keeping full guard, as Yueng tries to pass.
Nail has control of Yueng 's left arm, preventing Yueng from doing any damage.
Yueng slips nicely into half guard.
Nail is not content to let Yueng control the position.
Nail controlling the leg, holding on to half guard. #T3#
Nail avoiding damage under a succession of punches from Yueng .
Nail keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
Nail controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Nail really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Yueng . If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.
Yueng wants to control but Nail is keeping him busy. #T4#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Yueng is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Nail is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Yueng walks into a straight right hand from Nail.
Yueng on the wrong end of a nice hook.
Yueng takes one on the button.
Nail clobbers Yueng with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Yueng 's hands are dropping dangerously low here and Nail connects clean with a right hook that sends him down to one knee! Yueng scrambles back to his feet.
Yueng takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nail lands a jab to Yueng 's midsection.
Yueng fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
A decent looking cross lands there for Nail.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Logan Nail dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Yueng on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nail sizes up Yueng with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Nail takes a step towards his opponent and connects with a left hand, before circling away.
Nail lands with a straight right. Yueng didn't see that one coming.
Yueng takes a shot to the eye socket. That's gotta hurt.
Nail lands a jab.
Yueng closes the distance and takes a jab right on the nose as he does so.
Yueng fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Nail has been the more effective fighter overall so far.#TD#
Yueng closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Nail did well to prevent Yueng getting side control.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Yueng is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #T1#
Nail is trying to get back to full guard.
We've been hearing that Yueng has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Yueng with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
Nail tries to kick Yueng off but Yueng keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Nail has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Yueng is working away from the top position though.
Yueng tries to pass the half guard into mount. Nail knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Nail trying to control from the bottom.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.
Nail scores with a sloppy right hand. Yueng should have avoided that one.
Nice sprawl there from Nail as Yueng shoots in.#TD#
Yueng shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Nail napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Nail tries to buck Yueng off but Yueng is having none of it.
Yueng wants to control but Nail is keeping him busy.
Nail tries to improve position but can't. #T3##SU#
Yueng decides to stand back up.
Nail lands with a straight right. Yueng didn't see that one coming.
Nail ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Yueng moves away.
Logan Nail seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Nail jabs Yueng right on the nose. Yueng blinks but takes it well.
Nail connects nicely with a jab. Noted by the judges no doubt.
Nail sizes up Yueng with a pawing jab and scores with a straight right down the middle.
Nail lands an overhand left. A wild punch that just about connected.
Nail moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.
Nail 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.
Nail fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Nail throws a couple of head shots and lands with the final one - a decent hook, which struck Yueng on the side of the head.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Nail with a body punch. A glancing blow. #T4#
Nail lunges at Yueng with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Yueng 's hand.
Yueng misses with a series of wild punches.
Nail lands a jab to Yueng 's midsection.
Nail has used his reach advantage pretty well so far tonight.
The crowd cheers as Nail lands an impressive looking overhand right. Yueng doesn't seem phased though.
Yueng misses with a body kick.
Yueng with poor footwork there. He got himself in a bit of a tangle, enabling Nail to score with a decent uppercut.
Yueng takes a shot to the nose. Hopefully that hasn't broken it.
Logan Nail is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Yueng .
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Logan Nail 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#
The crowd cheers as Nail lands an impressive looking overhand right. Yueng doesn't seem phased though.
Nail fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Nail thuds his right hand into Yueng 's forehead from close range. That could be painful for both fighters.
Nail connects with a good right hand that stumbles Yueng . Yueng circles away out of range and recomposes himself.#ROC2#Yueng is rocked!
Nail connects with a slap. Keep your fist closed son.
Oh Yueng is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Nail clobbers Yueng with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Yueng walks into a left hand.
Nail scores with a hook.
Yueng avoids a lazy jab quite easily.
Yueng seemed to be looking to counter by closing the distance.
Yueng fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.
Yueng seems to have got his legs back now.#T1#
Yueng on the wrong end of a nice jab.
Nail lunges at Yueng with a hook that half lands and is half blocked by Yueng 's hand.
Nail scores with a nice right hand.
Yueng takes a jab right on the nose. That must have hurt but he shrugs his shoulders and looks to return the favor.
Nail works his jab well there, keeping his opponent at a distance.
Yueng takes one on the chin but keeps coming.
Nail connects with a lovely jab that went straight through the gap between Yueng 's hands.#TD#
Yueng shoots in from a long way out. He's driving through with the takedown attempt and he eventually gets it, landing in Nail's 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.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Yueng sitting in guard here, content to control. #T2#
Nail has control of Yueng 's left arm, preventing Yueng from doing any damage.
Let's hope that Nail 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.
Yueng trying to control but Nail is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Yueng showing good wrestling skills to control the position. #T3#
Yueng wants to control from the top but Nail keeps moving.
Yueng postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Nail scores with a decent looking hook.
Nail fakes a jab and then connects with a hook.
Nail 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.
Yueng on the wrong end of a nice jab.#T4#
Yueng fails miserably with a takedown attempt.
Nail smiles there as he lands a nice right hand right on the button.
The fighters circle momentarily. Nail darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
A jab from Nail does it's job there.
A left lands for Nail.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Nail scores with a crisp jab that stopped Yueng in his tracks.
Nail scores with a jab to the jaw of his opponent.
Bolo Yueng has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Logan Nail seems to be getting the better of the standup.
Nail keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Logan Nail is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bolo Yueng . That's going to take a lot out of him.
Nail with a hook.
And that's the end of the fight!
Logan Nail comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Nail 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 Ivan Kurochkin scores the fight 26:30
Judge Illya Tyunina scores the fight 27:30
Judge Vladimir Khabensky scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Logan Nail!
Logan Nail decided to thank the fans in attendance for making a great atmosphere. It seemed to go down pretty well.
Bolo Yueng spoke after the fight, saying 'i mis managed my energy. I came in over trained'. |
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Event:
TWGC 30 (265+lbs, D2): Amsterdam Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Jul 09, 2020 |
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the super heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 2 losses; Bolo Yueng ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Las Vegas, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Desi Kraag!
The judges for this bout are Radbod Blank, Saam Ante and Patrick Alders.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Yueng fails with a takedown attempt.
Kraag feints the counter takedown.#CL2#
Kraag rushes Yueng and pushes him back against the cage in a clinch.
Kraag wants a takedown.
Kraag tries to score a body lock takedown but Yueng shows good agility there to stay on his feet.#TD2#
Kraag drags the fight down to the ground.
Kraag seems keen to control Yueng 's posture.
Yueng looking to pass the guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng trying to control the position from guard on top but Kraag is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Yueng has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Kraag looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Yueng might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Yueng got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kraag has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Yueng has managed to get both his arms back between Kraag's legs - danger averted.
We've been hearing good reports from Yueng 's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.#T1#
Kraag pulls Yueng in close to his closed guard and prevents Yueng from doing any damage or advancing position.
Yueng trying to control but Kraag is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Kraag working for a triangle but Yueng defends it easily.
Kraag looking to sweep here. No luck so far. #SUB2#
Kraag is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Kraag is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Yueng is aware though and is defending well.#SUB2#
Yueng got a little sloppy there for a moment and Kraag has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Yueng has managed to get both his arms back between Kraag's legs - danger averted.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Yueng 's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T2##SUB2#
Kraag is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Yueng is aware though and is defending well.
Yueng trying to control but Kraag is working from the bottom. #SUB2#
Kraag has an omoplata and is looking to use it perhaps as a submission or perhaps to transition. Yueng 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 Kraag. Score +3 for passing guard: Yueng (3) vs (0) Kraag
Yueng trying to control the position but Kraag is working away.
Kraag manages to work his way to half guard, despite Yueng 's best efforts.#SUB2#
Kraag looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Yueng moves into side control, avoiding a weak kimura attempt from Kraag. Score +3 for passing guard: Yueng (6) vs (0) Kraag
Kraag is trying to get back to half guard.#T3#
Yueng is moving around in side control but his primary objective seems to be to maintain the position.
Kraag isn't going anywhere.
Kraag is trying to control Yueng 's posture but Yueng avoids it.
Yueng trying to control the position but Kraag is working away.
Kraag tries to bench press Yueng off him but Yueng keeps the position.
Kraag wants to control but Yueng postures up.
Yueng wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kraag keeps working.
Kraag tries to get back to half guard but can't.#T4#
Yueng in the domination position with Kraag hanging on.
Yueng wants to lay and pray for a moment but Kraag keeps working. #SUB#
Yueng is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Kraag has escaped the position, nice work there.
Kraag is sneaking out the side here. He's bucked Yueng off and has taken his back! Score +4 for clean sweep to past guard: Yueng (6) vs (4) Kraag
Kraag just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
#SUB2#
Kraag is working for a rear naked choke. Yueng is not defending it well and Kraag has tightened it up quickly! This could be all over! Yueng refuses to tap and goes to sleep, forcing the referee to intervene. A little trickle of blood came out of Yueng 's nose as his head slumped to the floor. That is naaaasty!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5:55 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Desi Kraag!
A victorious Desi Kraag thanked his army of followers in his post fight interview, telling people to make sure they follow him on Twitter.
In defeat, Bolo Yueng stepped up to the mic, saying 'It was an honor fighting Targa and competing in the WPFA. Best of luck'. |
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Event:
Thoroughbred Thursday XV
Date: Jun 04, 2020 |
#R1#
The bell rings for round one and we are underway!#TD2#
Yueng drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Targa is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Yueng dives into side control.
#REVR#
Yueng is pausing for a moment. What's he doing? It looks like he's clearing his nose. Oh dude! He's shot a load of snot all down Targa's shoulder. That is not cool.
Targa tries to buck Yueng off but Yueng is having none of it.#SU2#
Yueng stands up.
Targa with a lazy takedown attempt #TD2#
and Yueng counters with a shoot takedown into half guard.
Targa is looking to get back to is feet but Yueng passes into side control.
This has been an exciting period of action!
Targa tries to improve position but can't.
Yueng controls the position.#T1#
Targa tries to improve position but can't. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
You can see the frustration on Targa's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#SU2#
Yueng decides to take the fight back to the feet. #TD2#
Yueng looking to shoot here. He's gone for it and he's landed a takedown into side control! Oh, that's bad for Targa!
Yueng controls the position from side control.#T3#
My spies in Finnish Elite Sport and Fitness Center inform me that Yueng has been getting involved in the gym's BJJ sparring sessions. Let's see whether that pays dividends!
Targa is not content to let Yueng control the position.
Targa can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Targa is looking for a sweep.
The referee is pacing around the two fighters, thinking about a standup.
Yueng happy to just control the position for now. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#TD2#
Yueng closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Targa's guard.
Yueng looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Let's hope that Yueng 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.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bolo Yueng dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!#R2#
Yueng throws a right and a left that Targa avoids nicely.
Targa drops down looking for a counter takedown but Yueng sprawls and moves away.
Yueng throws a half hearted mid kick.
Targa tries to counter with a takedown but Yueng is quick to defend against it.
Yueng throws a right and a left that Targa avoids nicely.
Targa shoots in looking for a takedown but Yueng manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Targa's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Targa has his takedown stuffed#TD2#
and Yueng counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Targa is looking to get back to is feet but Yueng passes into side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Targa tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Yueng wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Yueng taking a breather here. #T1##SUB2#
Yueng wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Targa, who protects the arm well.
Targa is letting Yueng control him for a moment.
Yueng 's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
Targa is looking for a sweep.#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Yueng working away.
Yueng has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Targa is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Yueng is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
A lull in the action here as Yueng stalls from top position.
Sloppy strikes there by Yueng .#T3##SUB2#
Yueng thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
You can see the frustration on Targa's face as Yueng controls the position.
Yueng trying to control the action but Targa is working from the bottom.
We may be looking at a referee standup if the pace doesn't pick up soon.
Yueng taking a breather here. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up.#TD2#
Yueng feints and as Targa raises his hands in defense, Yueng changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Yueng is standing up over Targa. Targa looks to escape but Yueng dives into side control.
#T4##REVR#
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.
We're seeing a lot of stalling here from Yueng .
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Targa wants to control but Yueng postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bolo Yueng 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 eachother 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##CL2#
Yueng fakes with an overhand right and moves in to clinch with Targa, pushing him back against the cage.
Yueng stalling.
Targa tries to score a body lock takedown but Yueng shows good agility there to stay on his feet.
Targa looking for a takedown.
Targa has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. Yueng avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Vlakan Targa. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Yueng pulls Targa into guard.
Yueng has control of Targa's left arm, preventing Targa from doing any damage. #SUB2#
Yueng isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Targa stacks Yueng 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 Targa!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T1#
Yueng is trying to get back to half guard.
Targa working the ground and pound but he's contacting the mat, not the fighter.
Targa wants to take a breather but Yueng manages to regain guard - a lesson learnt for Targa. #SUB2#
Yueng working for a triangle but Targa defends it easily.
#SUB2#
Yueng is looking for a triangle but Targa pushes his legs off easily.
#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB2#
Yueng has his foot on Targa's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Targa works his way back into a safe position though.
Yueng controlling Targa's posture.
Yueng keeping full guard, as Targa tries to pass.
Bolo Yueng has got the better of the ground game so far.
Targa passes Yueng 's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Targa is trying to control. Yueng wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Yueng controlling the position for now.#T3#
Targa is trying to control the action in half guard but Yueng is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Targa looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Yueng is defending against the submission attempts here by Targa.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Targa in particular looking to stall.#SUB2#
Yueng is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Targa pulls his head out easily. #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.#SUB2#
Yueng looking for submissions from an awkward position here.
Yueng trying to control but Targa postures up.
#REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Yueng displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Targa.
Nice sprawl there from Yueng as Targa shoots in.
Yueng tries to counter with a clinch but Targa shakes him off and moves away.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Targa has his takedown stuffed#CL2#
and Yueng counters into the clinch. Nicely done.
And that's the end of the fight!
Bolo Yueng comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
Well Yueng 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 Marco Blurström scores the fight 27:30
Judge Ben Zyskovitsi scores the fight 27:30
Judge Roosa Järviläinen scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bolo Yueng !
Bolo Yueng managed to slip a mention for his sponsors, Finnish Elite Extreme Science, into his post fight interview. |
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Event:
Thoroughbred Thursday XIV
Date: May 21, 2020 |
#R1#
Dix leaves Yueng with his face pressed against the mat as he sprawls beautifully, defending against a solid takedown attempt.
Dix misses with a body punch
#TD2#
and Yueng counters with a nice double leg into side control. Dix won't be happy with that.
Dix pushes Yueng away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, Yueng gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Yueng taking a breather here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Dix is trying to stand and escape here. He's got onto all fours but that's just let Yueng take his back! Uh oh - Yueng has got a rear naked choke here! Dix is forced to tap! It's all over! One monent is all it takes in this sport!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:46 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bolo Yueng !
Bolo Yueng really struggled to get his t-shirt on before his hand was raised. Making sure that FinnFighter Nutrition (Five 160Q supps!) logo gets some air time is pretty tricky when you're all sweaty.
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Event:
TWGC 29 (265lbs, D3): Amsterdam Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Apr 17, 2020 |
Coming up we have a heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bolo Yueng (ranked 4321 p4p, 462 weight class) and Jin Chai (ranked 6244 p4p, 0 weight class). Yueng comes into the arena with Stranglehold by Ted Nugent blaring out of the sound system. Both fighters will be looking to make this an exciting fight for the fans, I'm sure!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 1 losses; Bolo Yueng ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 5 wins and 0 losses; Jin Chai!
The judges for this bout are Nard Betker, Wagner Zegers and Aafke Stam.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Yueng closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Chai decides to pull guard.
Chai is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Yueng is just sitting in guard, looking to avoid any submissions.
Chai looking to control but Yueng passes into half guard.
Chai is looking to control Yueng 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Chai avoid being mounted?
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chai is not content to let Yueng control the position.
Chai trying to control from the bottom.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Well, if Yueng 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.
Chai 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.
Yueng is thwarting Chai's attempts to control the position.
Yueng is trying to control. Chai wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Chai is trying to maintain the position but Yueng is very close to passing his half guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
The fighters are battling for position here. Chai manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Yueng trying to control but Chai is working from the bottom.
Chai lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Yueng (0) vs (2) Chai
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Yueng is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Yueng wants to sweep here but Chai controlling him for the moment.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Yueng being controlled here, momentarily.
Chai slips effortlessly into side control - very nice. Score +3 for passing guard: Yueng (0) vs (5) Chai
Chai is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Yueng knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Yueng can't do much from the bottom here.
Chai taking a breather here.
Chai wants to control but Yueng is keeping him busy.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Yueng is looking to regain half guard here but Chai keeps moving and retains side control.
Yueng is working hard here to advance position.
Chai tries to advance to mount but Yueng denies him.
Chai controls the position from side control.
Yueng tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Chai wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Chai wants to lay and pray for a moment but Yueng keeps working.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Yueng stuck in half guard on the bottom here.
Yueng tries to control but end up mounted... ooooh, that's bad. Score +2 for reaching mount: Yueng (0) vs (7) Chai
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Yueng is trying to escape the mount.
Chai controlling the pace for now.
Chai tries to control but Yueng wriggling away.
Chai is looking to work his way around to Yueng 's back. He needs to be careful though, as he's in danger of losing this dominant position.
Yueng is desperately trying to get back to half guard.
We've been hearing good reports from Yueng '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.
Yueng might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Chai works his way to his opponent's back.
Score +3 for taking back: Yueng (0) vs (10) Chai
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.
Chai wants to control but Yueng is keeping busy.
Chai 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.
Chai tries to keep control of the position but Yueng is staying busy.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
What can Yueng do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
Chai is cranking Yueng 's head sideways - that looks painful. He's managed to get his other arm under the chin and this looks bad for Yueng ! He's tightened the choke and Yueng is tapping out!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 7:30 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Jin Chai!
A relieved looking Jin 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.
The defeated Bolo Yueng had this to say: 'Well done Targa'. |
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Event:
Dominance VIII
Date: Mar 31, 2020 |
#R1##CL#
Yueng gets a clinch.
Targa tries for a takedown. No joy.
#TD#
Yueng has managed to pull guard. Let's see whether he can work an aggressive guard. It will also be interesting to see what tactics Targa uses from the top position. #SUB2#
Targa drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Targa as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Yueng screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Targa! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:34 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Vlakan Targa!
The defeated Bolo Yueng had this to say: 'Well done Targa'.
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Event:
Thoroughbred Thursday X
Date: Mar 12, 2020 |
#R1#
Yueng throws a head kick but Ison moves out of range.
Ison bobs and weaves and then throws a good body kick.#TD2#
Yueng drives through with a takedown into guard. #SUB#
Ison escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Yueng gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Yueng lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.#SUB#
Ison is looking for a triangle here but Yueng uses the submission attempt to pass into side control.
Ison tries to get back to half guard but can't.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Who's going to make the next move?
Ison is looking for a sweep.#T1##SUB2#
Yueng thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Ison taking a bit of punishment here - Yueng scoring with strikes.
Ison tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Yueng wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Yueng trying to control the action but Ison is working from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Ison wants to control but Yueng postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Yueng is working Ison over with some ground and pound from side control.
Yueng controlling from side mount.
Yueng in side control lands a nice looking series of punches and elbows. #T2#
Yueng scores with a couple of short elbows.
Ison is looking for a sweep.
Yueng content to control the pace. The referee will try and keep them active though.
You can see the frustration on Ison's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Yueng wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ison keeps working.
Yueng has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SUB2#
Yueng tries for a kimura but Ison is defending well.
Ison knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Yueng on the ground.#T3#
Ison tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Yueng wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Yueng in side control lands a decent elbow.
Yueng wants to lay and pray for a moment but Ison keeps working.
Ison is not in a great position here, taking some shots.
Ison is trying to get back to half guard.
Yueng trying to control the position but Ison is working away.
Ison tries to buck Yueng off but Yueng is having none of it.#T4#
Ison is working to avoid the ground and pound but Yueng connects with a decent elbow. #SUB2#
Yueng tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
You can see the frustration on Ison's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Ison is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Yueng wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Ison, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Yueng is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Ison has escaped the position, nice work there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bolo Yueng 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#
Ison tries a head kick but it misses.
Ison dips down and scores with a jab to the body.#CL2#
Yueng clinches with his opponent.
#BC#
Ison manages to break the clinch.
Ison looks to have improved his striking defense since last time we saw him fight.
Ison scores with a kick to the body.
Ison keeps the fight on the outside.
Ison lands a nice looking kick to the body. Yueng takes a step back to recover.
That's a knee to de groin and it's over and out! Yueng crumples to the ground after an illegal strike from Ison - the referee stops the clock and Yueng gets 5 minutes to recover from that one. "I'm sorry" says Ison. Yueng manages to get back to his feet and the fight resumes.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#KD#
Ison lands a big head kick that sends Yueng tumbling to the mat! Ison takes a step backwards and waves Yueng back to his feet - he wants the finish!#ROC#
Yueng is rocked!#CUT#
It looks like Bolo Yueng has been cut.
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!
Ison throws a nasty head kick that just misses. He throws another kick to the head of his opponent and almost takes it off! Yueng crumples to the floor and the fight is over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Cole Ison!
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Event:
TWGC 28 (205lbs, D3): Finals - Round 2
Date: Feb 15, 2020 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bolo Yueng (ranked 3089 p4p, 352 weight class) and Denis Kurlaev (ranked 2633 p4p, 0 weight class). Chooooooooon! I think Yueng might be my favorite fighter, now he's come out to Stranglehold by Ted Nugent . Denis Kurlaev has the eye of the tiger tonight.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Bolo Yueng ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 3 wins and 0 losses; Denis Kurlaev!
The judges for this bout are John Roberts, Lou da Vinci and Bruno Lombardi.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Kurlaev instigates a clinch.
Kurlaev has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Yueng after a bit of a struggle.
Kurlaev is trying to work for a single leg takedown but Yueng pulls him back up using the underhooks.
Kurlaev drops down looking for an ankle pick but Yueng pulls his leg out and moves away.
Bolo Yueng has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Denis Kurlaev.
Kurlaev darts in and clinches Yueng up against the cage.
Kurlaev wants to take the fight to the mat but Yueng manages to get underhooks and keep the fight in the clinch.
Kurlaev is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Kurlaev tries for a takedown. No joy.
Kurlaev is working for a takedown up against the cage. He can't get it on this occasion though.
Kurlaev wants a takedown but no success here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kurlaev drops down looking for an ankle pick but Yueng pulls his leg out and moves away.
Kurlaev instigates a clinch.
Yueng pulls guard.
Yueng looking to sweep using the butterfly guard but Kurlaev puts pay to that idea as he passes nicely into half guard.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Kurlaev sitting and controlling from the half guard.
Yueng trying to get back to full guard but Kurlaev takes advantage of the position and moves to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Yueng (0) vs (3) Kurlaev
Yueng tries to reverse the position but Kurlaev maintains control.
Yueng is in a tricky position but he's been working on his transitions down at Core Academy, so we'll see if he gets out of it.
Yueng reaches up to try and control the position but Kurlaev seems to have an arm triangle now! Uh oh! Yueng rolls and tries to escape and now Kurlaev has his back!
Score +3 for taking back: Yueng (0) vs (6) Kurlaev
Kurlaev is looking cool and calm here, just waiting for a good opportunity to attack and finish the fight from this dominant position.
Yueng trying to control the hands but Kurlaev won't let him.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Kurlaev is hanging on to Yueng 's back as he tries to escape.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kurlaev not allowing Yueng to control his hands.
Yueng is trying to break free.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Kurlaev biding his time, controlling Yueng .
Yueng can't escape the position.
Yueng rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Yueng has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Kurlaev is working away from the top position though.
Kurlaev with a momentary lay and pray from half guard.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Yueng is looking for a sweep. Kurlaev is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Yueng trying to control here.
Yueng is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Kurlaev pulls his head out easily.
Well, if Kurlaev 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.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Yueng is looking to improve his position.
Yueng is looking to control Kurlaev's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Yueng avoid being mounted?
Yueng wants to improve his position but Kurlaev is controlling well.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
The referee calls for the fighters to work.
Yueng is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Kurlaev moves into full mount! Yueng won't be happy about that! Score +3 for passing guard: Yueng (0) vs (9) Kurlaev
Yueng really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Yueng is working hard here to advance position.
Kurlaev controlling the position easily from mount.
Yueng is working to get back to half guard.
Kurlaev avoids the attempt from Yueng to control.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Yueng tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Yueng tries to control the position but Kurlaev now has his back.
Score +3 for taking back: Yueng (0) vs (12) Kurlaev
Yueng is being controlled on the ground here - he must escape this position otherwise surely the end is near.
Yueng tries to escape but Kurlaev has the hooks in and won't let him break free.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Yueng trying to control but not successfully.
Kurlaev controlling well, preventing Yueng from escaping the position.
What can Yueng do to escape this position? He's going to have to figure it out pretty quick if he wants to stay in the fight!
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Yueng trying to control the action but Kurlaev just sinks the hooks in.
Kurlaev has the hooks in. Yueng is trying to push off one leg but he has to do so cautiously to avoid being submitted.
Kurlaev just keeping the dominant position. He can't wait too long though, otherwise the referee will stand them back up.
Kurlaev controlling well, preventing Yueng from escaping the position.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Yueng looks to control his opponent's hands but he's not mananging it at the moment.
Yueng rolls and manages to get back to half guard. Nicely done.
Yueng is looking to improve his position.
Kurlaev passes into side control, despite Yueng 's attempt to control the position.
Score +3 for passing guard: Yueng (0) vs (15) Kurlaev
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Yueng tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kurlaev passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Yueng ! Score +2 for reaching mount: Yueng (0) vs (17) Kurlaev
Yueng really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Kurlaev seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Yueng is holding on tight.
Kurlaev takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Kurlaev is continuing to stall.
Kurlaev prevents Yueng from getting the reversal.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Kurlaev manages to capitalize on a mistake by Yueng to take his back! Score +3 for taking back: Yueng (0) vs (20) Kurlaev
Yueng tries to escape the position.
Kurlaev keeps control of the position easily here as Yueng tries to buck him off.
Yueng is really stuck here.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
And that's the end of the fight!
Kurlaev wins on points by 20 to 0.
During a confident post fight interview, Denis Kurlaev thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him. |
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Event:
TWGC 28 (205lbs, D3): Finals - Round 1
Date: Feb 14, 2020 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Sture Nils (ranked 5836 p4p, 517 weight class) and Bolo Yueng (ranked 3079 p4p, 351 weight class). The crowd seem to be enjoying Yueng 's choice of entrance music: Stranglehold by Ted Nugent . This should be fireworks!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Helsinki, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Sture Nils! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 2 wins and 0 losses; Bolo Yueng !
The judges for this bout are John Kavanagh, David Schapiro and Eddie Farnsworth.
The fighters bow as they face eachother in the middle of the mat and we are under way.
Yueng scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Nils (0) vs (2) Yueng
Nils looks exhausted already! Oh dear, he should have come in in better shape than this!
Yueng trying to pass the guard but Nils defending well.
Still in half guard, Yueng seems content to control.
Yueng passes to full mount! Score +3 for passing guard: Nils (0) vs (5) Yueng
Yueng sitting in mount, just looking to control for the moment.
Yueng is working to isolate an arm here. It's a telegraphed submission attempt but he's gone for it anyway - and he's got it! Yueng extends the arm and Nils is forced to tap!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Bolo Yueng !
Bolo Yueng took to the microphone after his victory and thanked his sponsors, FinnFighter Nutrition (Five 160Q supps!) for their support in the buildup to the fight. |
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Event:
TWGC 28 (205lbs, D3): St Petersburg Qualifier - Round 2
Date: Feb 06, 2020 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Harnett Mckleskin (ranked 3953 p4p, 392 weight class) and Bolo Yueng (ranked 3084 p4p, 336 weight class). Yueng has chosen Stranglehold by Ted Nugent as his entrance music, which hasn't gone down very well with the crowd. The atmosphere really building for this one as we go over to our ring announcer for the fighter introductions!
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of Sydney, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Harnett Mckleskin! And in the blue corner, fighting out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 0 losses; Bolo Yueng !
The judges for this bout are Igor Prikhodko, Valeri Chadov and Aleksandr Martynov.
Let's get this grappling contest under way! Who will be victorious?
Mckleskin wants to clinch but Yueng slips to the side
so Yueng counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Mckleskin (0) vs (2) Yueng
Mckleskin working a defensive guard here.
Yueng is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Yueng postures up.
Yueng thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Yueng won't allow Mckleskin to sweep him here.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Mckleskin trying to keep a closed guard but Yueng is proving a slippery customer.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Mckleskin tries to land a sweep but no joy.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Yueng trying to control but Mckleskin is working from the bottom.
Yueng must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Mckleskin throws his legs up looking for a submission but Yueng uses it to pass to side control.
Score +3 for passing guard: Mckleskin (0) vs (5) Yueng
Yueng is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Mckleskin knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Yueng is maintaining the dominant position - no doubt Mckleskin will start to get frustrated soon if he's not already.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Yueng is trying to get an arm triangle but Mckleskin is defending well.
Yueng tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Mckleskin tries to work a leg under to get back to half guard but Yueng wriggles his own leg back out and remains in side control.
Yueng wants to lay and pray for a moment but Mckleskin keeps working.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Mckleskin can't do much from the bottom here.
Yueng thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Mckleskin tries to buck Yueng off but Yueng is having none of it.
Yueng moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now.
Yueng trying to control the action but Mckleskin is working from the bottom.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Mckleskin is looking for a sweep.
Yueng tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
Yueng working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Mckleskin gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Yueng is trying to control the action in half guard but Mckleskin is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Yueng is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Mckleskin tries to get to full guard but Yueng has control of the leg.
Mckleskin has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Yueng is working away from the top position though.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Yueng seems to be looking for submissions.
Yueng controlling the action here.
Mckleskin moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.
Yueng looking to pass the guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Yueng passes Mckleskin's right leg, so he's now in half guard.
Yueng seems to be working for a kimura but Mckleskin defends the submission attempt.
Yueng trying to mount his opponent but Mckleskin defends it.
Yueng wants to work for an arm triangle but Mckleskin is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Mckleskin actively working from the bottom here.
Well, if Yueng 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.
Mckleskin manages to get to full guard.
Mckleskin working a defensive guard here.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Mckleskin looking for a guillotine here but Yueng defends easily.
Mckleskin looking to hit a scissor sweep but Yueng is one step ahead there.
Yueng tries to free his leg and advance position but Mckleskin is retaining full guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Mckleskin looking for subs off his back but Yueng has passed one foot through into half guard.
Mckleskin tries to get to full guard but Yueng has control of the leg.
Mckleskin is breathing heavily.
Mckleskin wants to get back to full guard but Yueng has mounted him! Score +3 for passing guard: Mckleskin (0) vs (8) Yueng
Yueng pushing the pace here, looking to move to his opponents back and work for a finish.
Mckleskin tries to lock up and control but Yueng gives him a forearm to the face and pushes him away.
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Yueng wants to control the pace but Mckleskin is squirming around nicely.
Yueng goes for an armbar but he's not got it… Mckleskin turns into him and now he's in Yueng 's guard.
Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mckleskin (2) vs (8) Yueng
Yueng looking to hit a scissor sweep but Mckleskin is one step ahead there.
Yueng wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Yueng looking for a sweep. Not yet Yueng , not yet.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Yueng controlling the position.
Our spies down at at St Petersburg MMA Gym inform us that Yueng has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Mckleskin's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Yueng is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Yueng has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Mckleskin can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Yueng seems keen to control rather than go for a submission, at least for now.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Mckleskin won't allow Yueng to sweep him here.
Mckleskin stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Yueng swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Yueng is pulling down on Mckleskin's head. It's preventing any offense from Mckleskin, at least for the moment.
Mckleskin won't allow Yueng to sweep him here.
Mckleskin looking to sit in guard and control but Yueng gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Mckleskin (2) vs (10) Yueng
Yueng postures up.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Mckleskin wants to sweep here but Yueng controlling him for the moment.
Mckleskin not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Yueng wants to control from the top but Mckleskin keeps moving.
Yueng wants to pass the guard but Mckleskin is keeping the position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yueng preventing the sweep.
And that's the end of the fight!
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Event:
TWGC 28 (205lbs, D3): St Petersburg Qualifier - Round 1
Date: Feb 05, 2020 |
Coming up we have a light heavyweight Tycoon World Grappling Championship rules bout between Bolo Yueng (ranked 3072 p4p, 341 weight class) and Vlakan Targa (ranked 3504 p4p, 371 weight class). Yueng comes to the cage accompanied by Stranglehold by Ted Nugent . The crowd giving both fighters a great reception on their way into the arena. That's good to see.
This TWGC bout is 1 fifteen minute round in the light heavyweight division. Introducing today's competitors. In the red corner, competing out of St Petersburg, with a TWGC record of 0 wins and 0 losses; Bolo Yueng ! And in the blue corner, fighting out of London, with a TWGC record of 1 wins and 1 losses; Vlakan Targa!
The judges for this bout are Dmitry Maklakov, Viktor Lagutenko and Vladimir Khabensky.
The official calls the fighters to the middle and the contest is under way.
Targa looks for a takedown here. Will he get it? Yueng is fending him off so far but Targa persists. Nope, Yueng circles away and we're back to standing.
Yueng fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging Targa to the ground. Yueng is now in Targa's guard. Score +2 for takedown into guard / half guard: Yueng (2) vs (0) Targa
Yueng might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Targa is trying to keep Yueng in close.
Targa wants to improve his position but instead Yueng has moved into half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Targa is looking to improve his position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Targa is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
That's one minute gone in the round.
Yueng is working for a kimura from half guard. He's really concentrating on the hold and it's allowed Targa to slip a leg under and get back to full guard.
Targa can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Yueng controls the pace.
Yueng tries to free his leg and advance position but Targa is retaining full guard.
That's two minutes gone in the round.
Yueng is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Yueng has controlled the position for a good 20 seconds, which will no doubt be starting to frustrate his opponent.
Yueng looking to pass the guard.
That's three minutes gone in the round.
Yueng stopping the sweep attempt from Targa.
Yueng pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Targa is keeping the position for now.
Yueng 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.
Yueng postures up.
That's four minutes gone in the round.
Yueng trying to control the position from guard on top but Targa is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Targa managing to control the position.
Targa looking to control.
Targa is trying to hold Yueng in close to prevent damage but Yueng has managed to pass into half guard.
Yueng wants to work for an arm triangle but Targa is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
That's five minutes gone in the round.
Targa controlling the leg, holding on to half guard.
Yueng is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Targa is trying to maintain the position but Yueng is very close to passing his half guard.
Targa tries to roll over but Yueng keeps him under control.
That's six minutes gone in the round.
Yueng is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Targa has managed to free his arm - good work.
Targa trying to hold on to Yueng 's head to control him but Yueng postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Yueng frees up his trapped foot and advances to mount. Score +3 for passing guard: Yueng (5) vs (0) Targa
Yueng wants to control the pace but Targa is squirming around nicely.
That's seven minutes gone in the round.
Yueng avoids the attempt from Targa to control.
Yueng is trying to take his opponent's back.
Yueng controlling his opponent.
Targa sneaks a leg under to get to half guard.
Targa 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.
Targa is looking for a sweep. Yueng is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
That's eight minutes gone in the round.
Targa is looking to control Yueng 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Targa avoid being mounted?
Yueng is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Targa has managed to free his arm - good work.
Yueng looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Yueng is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Targa sees it coming and defends easily.
That's nine minutes gone in the round.
Yueng is trying to work for a kimura but Targa is defending well.
Targa slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Yueng wants to pass the guard but Targa is keeping the position.
Targa is adopting a defensive guard.
That's ten minutes gone in the round.
Targa wants to control but instead he gets his guard passed and Yueng is now in half guard.
Yueng is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Targa trying to control here but he's found himself mounted! Oh no!
Score +3 for passing guard: Yueng (8) vs (0) Targa
Targa looking to escape from mount but he's given up his back! Score +3 for taking back: Yueng (11) vs (0) Targa
That's eleven minutes gone in the round.
Targa defends a prolonged rear naked choke attempt and turns nicely into his opponent's guard. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Yueng (11) vs (2) Targa
Targa trying to control the position from guard on top but Yueng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Yueng working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Targa doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Targa manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Yueng escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Targa gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
That's twelve minutes gone in the round.
Targa looking to sit in guard and control but Yueng gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. Score +2 for sweep to guard / half guard: Yueng (13) vs (2) Targa
Targa is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Yueng trying to control but Targa is working from the bottom.
Targa not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
That's thirteen minutes gone in the round.
Yueng tries to free his leg and advance position but Targa is retaining full guard.
Targa is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Targa looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Yueng advances to half guard.
Yueng is thwarting Targa's attempts to control the position.
That's fourteen minutes gone in the round.
Yueng takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.
Targa is looking to improve his position.
Yueng working to pass to mount. He's got his hand pressing down on Targa's thigh. Targa counters though and makes it back to full guard.
Yueng being controlled here momentarily.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yueng passes easily into side control. Nice work. Score +3 for passing guard: Yueng (16) vs (2) Targa
And that's the end of the fight!
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Event:
WPFA: Dominance II
Date: Jan 07, 2020 |
#R1#
Stark stuffs a takedown. It's all about dictating where the fight takes place and Stark wants it to stay on the feet.
Yueng misses with a double jab
#TD2#
and Stark counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #ES#
Yueng manages to escape and get back to his feet! #TD2#
Yueng gets caught on his heels momentarily as he allows Stark to score an easy takedown into full guard.
Wooooo! Give it up for these two warriors! They are putting on a show!
Stark works a leg free and moves into half guard.
Stark missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Yueng gets full guard.
Stark trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #SUB#
Yueng escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Stark gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Stark loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #T1#
Stark pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Yueng is keeping the position for now.
Stark pushing down on Yueng 's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Yueng knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Stark on the ground.#SUB2#
Stark is trying to work for a kimura but Yueng is defending well.
Yueng might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB2#
Stark is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Yueng sees it coming and defends easily.
Yueng trying to control but Stark postures up.
Yueng is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Yueng is defending against the submission attempts here by Stark.
#T2#
Yueng is looking to improve his position.
#SUB2#
Stark is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Yueng doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Stark. #SUB2#
Stark is working for a submission of some sort.
Yueng wants to control but Stark is keeping busy and won't allow it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Tony Stark dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Yueng closes the distance and looks for a trip takedown... aaaand he's got it - Yueng lands in his opponent's guard.
Yueng stopping the sweep attempt from Stark.#SUB2#
Stark is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
We've been hearing good reports from Yueng '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.
Tony Stark has got the better of the ground game so far.
Yueng content to strike from guard, landing some decent shots.
Yueng stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Stark swivels though and keeps the full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Yueng taking a breather here.
Stark tries to improve position but can't. #T1#
Stark is still trying to improve position.
Stark is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Yueng 's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.
Yueng thumps the canvas. Not on purpose obviously - he just missed Stark's head. #SUB2#
Stark actively working from the bottom here.
Stark keeping his head moving to avoid the ground and pound.
It looks like Yueng is going to stand back up.
#SUB2#
Stark looking to force a kimura from the bottom here. He's concentrating on that move too much though and Yueng pushes past his half guard into mount!
Yueng trying to control but Stark is having none of it. #T2#
Yueng putting on the heat here with some good ground and pound!
Stark is desperately trying to improve his position but Yueng has a good base and remains in mount.
Yueng tries to control but Stark wriggling away.
Stark 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.
Stark 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.
Stark keeps trying to improve his position.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Stark has hold of Yueng 's hands but Yueng slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Yueng wants to stand up but Stark is controlling the position.
Stark makes his way to full guard. A much better position for Stark.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bolo Yueng dominated that second round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business. 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#
Yueng shoots in for a takedown but Stark shows good takedown defense.
Yueng fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Stark has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Yueng is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Stark fails with a takedown attempt.
Stark defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Yueng .
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Bolo Yueng . That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng dips to his left and cracks Stark with an uppercut!
Stark will have to do better than that with his takedown attempts.
Yueng is looking to counter the offense by Stark and move into the clinch.
Stark moves out of range as Yueng throws a body kick.
#T1#
Stark shoots in but Yueng avoids the takedown attempt easily.#TD2#
Stark looking for a takedown here - he's got it.
Yueng controls Stark momentarily but Stark frees himself.
Stark advances to half guard.
Stark slips a nice elbow through Yueng 's hands, connecting with Yueng 's forehead.#SUB2#
Stark is working for a kimura but Yueng is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Stark is working for a kimura but Yueng is defending it quite comfortably.
#T2#
Yueng is positioning himself well to prevent Stark advancing to mount.
Yueng slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB#
Yueng looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Stark passes easily into side control. Nice work.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
You can see the frustration on Yueng 's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
And that's the end of the fight!
Tony Stark comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I think Stark 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 Radbod Blank scores the fight 28:29
Judge Saam Ante scores the fight 28:29
Judge Paulsen Ambrosius scores the fight 28:29
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Tony Stark!
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Event:
WPFA IX: Christmas Clash
Date: Dec 25, 2019 |
#R1#
Yueng avoids a kick to the body.
Kruchevski fails with the takedown.
Yueng half commits to a counter takedown before pushing away, out of range.
Kruchevski looks for a takedown but Yueng sprawls well.
Yueng appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Kruchevski has his takedown stuffed#TD#
and Yueng counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Bolo Yueng has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Petyr Kruchevski.#SUB2#
Kruchevski looking for submissions off his back.
Yueng lands strikes from half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng not doing much here.
#T1#
Yueng is trying to control. Kruchevski wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Yueng not throwing his punches with enough precision this time. #SU#
Yueng decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up.
Kruchevski misses with a takedown attempt #TD#
and Yueng counters with a takedown into side control.
Yueng wants to control for a moment but Kruchevski uses the opportunity to move back to half guard.
Yueng is pressing down on Kruchevski's thigh, looking to free his foot. Kruchevski is holding on for now.
We've been hearing good reports from Yueng '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.
Kruchevski pushes Yueng off looking to stand but Yueng dives back in and keeps control.
#T2##SUB#
Yueng is trying to work for a kimura but Kruchevski is defending well.
Yueng trying to mount his opponent but Kruchevski defends it.
Kruchevski is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Yueng 's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Yueng 's back!
You can see the frustration on Yueng 's face… He knows he is in trouble unless he improves his position sooner rather than later.
A lull in the action here.
I really don't envy Yueng right now.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bolo Yueng dominated that round.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##TD2#
Kruchevski shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.
The fighters are starting to get a bit slippery now, which will make submissions a bit more difficult.
Yueng blocking the ground and pound attempt from Kruchevski.
Kruchevski is keen to just control but Yueng is a slippery customer.
Yueng is doing well to control the position and prevent Kruchevski from advancing to side control.
Yueng moves into full guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng is looking to sweep but instead, Kruchevski has passed into half guard.
Yueng is staying active underneath Kruchevski, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #T1#
Kruchevski wants to get back to his feet.
Yueng on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Yueng tries to get out of the position.
Yueng is trying to maintain the position but Kruchevski is very close to passing his half guard.
Yueng is holding on to half guard well.
Yueng is trying to escape back to his feet but Kruchevski uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Yueng is in a bad spot here and he knows it... just holding on for now.#T2#
The crowd are showing their displeasure at the lack of action as loud boos ring out around the arena.
Kruchevski advances to mount.
Kruchevski controlling from mount.
Yueng really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Petyr Kruchevski has got the better of the ground game so far.
Kruchevski misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Yueng tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Kruchevski punching from mount but Yueng doing a good job of avoiding damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Petyr Kruchevski showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Kruchevski gets his takedown attempt stuffed easily #TD#
so Yueng counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility.
Kruchevski is wriggling around but Yueng manages to pass to half guard.
#REVB#
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Kruchevski won't allow Yueng to pass to mount.
Yueng works his way into full mount!
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Kruchevski is wriggling around trying to escape.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng scoring with some good ground and pound from mount here. Will he manage to finish Kruchevski?
Kruchevski is trying desperately to improve position.#T1#
Kruchevski tries to control Yueng 's body but Yueng pushes him off. Kruchevski squirms to his side and now Yueng has his back! #SUB#
Kruchevski showing good submission defense here.
Yueng is hanging on to Kruchevski's back as he tries to escape.
#SUB#
Yueng has managed to slip his arm under Kruchevski's chin. This could be all over... yep, Kruchevski is tapping out! Submission win for Yueng .
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (RNC). Bolo Yueng !
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Event:
Thoroughbred Thursday V
Date: Nov 21, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Yueng drives through with a takedown into The Stump's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
The Stump is trying to keep Yueng in close.
Yueng trying to control but The Stump is working from the bottom.
Yueng postures up and lands a big shot to The Stump's brow.
Yueng is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
The Stump 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#
We've been hearing that The Stump has been drilling a lot of ground and pound in training, so let's see if he get the finish.
Yueng gets back to full guard.
The Stump with a flurry of punches that miss.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng pulls The Stump in close to his closed guard and prevents The Stump from doing any damage or advancing position.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if Yueng can do anything to dispel that myth.
The Stump loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
A real slowdown in the pace of the fight for a moment, as Yueng holds on and takes a little breather.
The Stump is looking to work some ground and pound but Yueng has wrist control.#T1#
The Stump postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The Stump scoring with some ground and pound.
The Stump preventing the sweep.
Yueng is still trying to improve position.#SUB2#
Yueng is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. The Stump is aware though and is defending well.
Yueng has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The Stump postures up in Yueng 's guard and throws a big left but Yueng blocks it.
The Stump throwing strikes but missing.
Yueng pulls The Stump in to control the position.
Yueng looking to hit a scissor sweep but The Stump is one step ahead there.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The Stump is looking to work some ground and pound but Yueng has wrist control.
The Stump throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Yueng works some decent striking defense from the bottom.
The Stump being controlled here momentarily.
Yueng tries to land a sweep but no joy. #T2#
Yueng pulls The Stump in close to prevent any damage.
The Stump preventing the sweep.
Yueng has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The Stump could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.#SUB2#
Yueng looking for a triangle here. The Stump is fighting it but it looks tight! Yueng pulls the arm across and this one won't last much longer! Nope, The Stump is tapping out - this one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Bolo Yueng !
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Event:
WPFA V: Manhunter vs Blaze
Date: Oct 26, 2019 |
#R1#
Ison lands an overhand right.
Ison darts in and out, connecting with a jab.
Ison scores with a push kick.
Ison tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Yueng drops down looking to force a counter takedown but Ison defends it well.
Ison swats away the attempt to clinch by Yueng .
Yueng misses with a wild body shot.
Ison misses with a head kick.
Yueng sees a low kick coming and goes to check it, but it's actually a body kick and it thuds into his unprotected ribs.#KD#
Ison sends Yueng crashing to the mat with a devastating uppercut! Ison is motioning to the referee to let Yueng up. He wants to try and finish this one on the feet!#ROC#
Yueng is rocked!
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!
Ison ducks down into range and throws a picture perfect right hook that connects with Yueng 's jaw. Yueng 's eyes stare off into space as he falls to the mat, out cold! Ison does the decent thing and steps back, rather than landing any shots to his unconscious opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:40 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Cole Ison!
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Event:
WPFA III: Koskinen vs Yueng
Date: Sep 28, 2019 |
#R1#
Koskinen lands a nice hook to Yueng 's body. Yueng takes it in his stride and looks to land his own strikes.
Koskinen works Yueng 's body with a nice hook.
Koskinen stooping low to avoid any incoming strikes and then lunges in with an uppercut come cross that lands flush.
Koskinen tests Yueng 's chin there with a solid looking shot.
Koskinen throws a head kick that connects with a bit of head and a bit of hand.
Koskinen paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Koskinen scores with a jab to the body.
Yueng takes a shot to the body in his stride.
Koskinen is using his reach advantage well here, landing the more effective single shots from range.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Koskinen scores with a body shot.
Yueng has his hands up protecting his head but a hook from Koskinen finds it's way round the side to connect with Yueng 's head.
A left lands for Koskinen.
Koskinen cracks Yueng with a good jab.#T1#
Koskinen clobbers Yueng with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Koskinen jabs Yueng right on the nose. Yueng blinks but takes it well.#ROC#
Yueng is rocked!
Koskinen lands with an overhand left.
Yueng is still on wobbly legs! Can Koskinen finish him?
Koskinen throws a jab to the body, straight down the pipe. Boom. That sent Yueng stumbling backwards but he manages to regain his composure quickly.
Yueng seems to have recovered his senses.
Koskinen lands an overhand right.
Yueng on the wrong end of a vicious looking body shot.
Yueng is looking to take this fight into the clinch.
Yueng should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.
Koskinen digs a good hook to Yueng 's body.
Koskinen fakes a head punch and goes low to the body. Nicely done.#T2#
Koskinen lands a straight punch to the body, keeping Yueng at a distance.
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!
Boom, another hit is landed. "You're gunna get knocked out" taunts Koskinen, as that shot connected.
Koskinen moving in and out of range nicely, whilst landing the scoring shot.#KD#
Koskinen drops Yueng with a hook right on the temple. He thinks about going to the ground but Yueng looks back up at him and smiles so Koskinen waves him back to his feet - he obviously thinks he can knock him out after that shot landed.
Koskinen is using his height advantage well here, landing a good percentage of his punches.
Koskinen swings wildly with a hook that is half blocked by Yueng .
Koskinen paws at his opponent with the jab and then lunges in with a straight, right on the button.
Koskinen pounces like a tiger and cracks Yueng with a vicious hook! Yueng is down but not out! Koskinen follows up with more strikes forcing the ref to jump in and stop it!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:39 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Punches). Jani Koskinen!
Jani Koskinen retains his light heavyweight title!
An out of breath Jani Koskinen thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
The defeated Bolo Yueng had this to say: 'Jani is a great champion. He executed his game plan. I knew I had to get him on the ground. His hands are fast and powerful '.
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Event:
WPFA II: Samsonov vs Brown
Date: Sep 14, 2019 |
#R1##TD#
Waid tries to sprawl but Yueng drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Waid is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
Yueng wants to take a breather but Waid is having none of it.
Yueng slows the pace down in half guard.
Waid is looking to escape.
Waid wants to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Yueng is working for a submission of some sort.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Yueng passes to side control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
You can see the frustration on Waid's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.#T1#
Yueng scores with a couple of short elbows.
Waid is not content to let Yueng control the position. #SUB#
Yueng swings around for an armbar but Waid sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Yueng 's guard.
Yueng 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#
Yueng throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Waid postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
Waid trying to control the position from guard on top but Yueng is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Yueng looking to hit a scissor sweep but Waid is one step ahead there.
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Yueng is controlling Waid's posture.#T2#
Yueng controls Waid momentarily but Waid frees himself.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Yueng looking for a sweep. Not yet Yueng , not yet.
Yueng might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.#SUB#
Yueng is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Waid won't allow Yueng to sweep him here.
Yueng working a defensive guard here.
Waid scoring with punches to the head and body.
Waid must be cautious of submissions here, given that his opponent has the superior Jiu Jitsu.
Yueng 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.
In the pre-fight buildup videos we saw Waid working his ground and pound in the gym. So far it seems to be working well.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Yueng has momentary wrist control but Waid slips an elbow through the middle.
Yueng looking for a sweep. Not yet Yueng , not yet.
Yueng keeping moving, preventing Waid from controlling successfully.
Yueng keeping full guard, as Waid tries to pass.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bolo Yueng dominated that round.
That's time! Yueng 's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R2##TD#
Yueng scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground. #SUB#
Yueng seems to be looking for submissions.
Yueng thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #SUB#
Yueng in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Waid tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Yueng !
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:41 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bolo Yueng !
A determined Bolo Yueng didn't want to dwell on this fight in his post fight interview. Instead he was more keen to state he wants a title shot. Let's see if he gets it!
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Event:
WPFA I: The Alpha vs The King
Date: Aug 24, 2019 |
#R1#
Koskinen jabs. That one connects to the head of his opponent.
Koskinen lands a nice shot to the body.
Koskinen throws a nice hook to the body that draws an oooh from the crowd.
Koskinen dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Koskinen fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Yueng looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Yueng closes the distance and clinches up with Koskinen, looking for a takedown. Yueng pushes Koskinen against the cage but Koskinen circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.
It looked like Koskinen wanted to counter with a hook but didn't fully commit.
Yueng on the wrong end of a nice jab.#CL#
Koskinen darts in and clinches Yueng up against the cage.
Koskinen lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
Koskinen is leaning against Yueng and scores with a nice uppercut to the body.
Koskinen lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Koskinen presses Yueng against the cage and delivers a mid-strength body shot.
Yueng looks winded!
Koskinen works for underhooks and lands a body shot in the process.
Koskinen scores with a nice hook to the head.
Koskinen lands a left hand that snaps the head of Yueng backwards. #T1#
Koskinen lands a left hand.
A nice right hand lands inside from Koskinen.
The two fighters are working to gain dominance in the clinch.
Koskinen scores with a hook to the body.
Koskinen lands a hook that snaps the head of Yueng backwards.
Koskinen digs a right hand underneath Yueng 's ribcage. Yueng let out a lung full of air as it connected.
Koskinen lands a shot to the body.
Koskinen 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.
Koskinen displaying some good clinch control by pressing Yueng up against the cage.
Good body shot from Koskinen.
Koskinen is stalling here. The referee will be looking to step in if he doesn't pick up the pace.
Koskinen digs a right hand into Yueng 's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Yueng 's gas tank. #T2#
An uppercut to the body lands inside from Koskinen.
Koskinen scores with a shoulder strike.
Koskinen is pushing Yueng up against the cage, for a bit of lean and pray action. Action being used the in the loosest possible sense of the word.
Koskinen lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
A short body shot lands from Koskinen as the two fighters clinch.
A short right from Koskinen.
Koskinen is working Yueng over against the cage.
Koskinen lands a body shot in the clinch.
Koskinen lands a hook to the body. It's hard to tell if that hurt Yueng or not.
Koskinen lands with a light punch inside.
The crowd applaud the fighters' efforts here as the round comes to an end.
Koskinen lands a right hand that snaps the head of Yueng backwards.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jani Koskinen 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#
Koskinen scores with the left hand. Yueng knows he should have avoided that one.
Koskinen scores with a hook to the body. Yueng takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Yueng get stunned by a cross and takes another one on the button. Yueng stumbles backwards and tries to bounce back off the cage but Koskinen runs in and jumps on him with a leaping lead hook that puts him out! Wow, that was highlight reel stuff! Awesome finish!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:15 of round 2, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Jani Koskinen!
A relieved looking Jani Koskinen 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:
WPFA: Alpha Males
Date: Aug 10, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Yueng is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Bunt's half guard.#SUB#
Bunt looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Yueng is trying for a kimura here. Bunt looks like he's in a lot of pain... and he's tapping out! Yueng wins by kimura!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bolo Yueng !
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 26, 2019 |
#R1##TD2#
Yueng is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Jordan's half guard.#ES#
Jordan manages to create a bit of space in order to work his way back to his feet. Yueng keeps hold of his opponent and drives him back against the cage.
Yueng tries to throw a body punch but Jordan avoids it by throwing Yueng back against the cage. #BC#
Jordan manages to break the clinch.
Yueng doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Jordan counters with a two punch combo. #TD2#
Yueng manages to get an easy takedown there - catching Jordan on his heels. He'll look to pass Jordan's guard now, I'm sure.#ES#
Jordan has scooted to the edge of the canvas and used the cage to get back to his feet. Yueng has stuck on his opponent and is forcing him back against the cage.
This is a great period of action - very entertaining stuff!
Yueng tries to pull guard but can't drag his opponent to the mat. Jordan just stands there and leans against the cage.#TD#
Jordan gets control of Yueng 's arms and successfully pulls guard. Jordan will no doubt be looking for submissions off his back.
Yueng 's corner is telling him to maintain position.#T1##SUB#
Jordan throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
Jordan can't do much from the bottom at the moment, as Yueng controls the pace.
Jordan could do with losing a few pounds - he looks very soft around the mid section, to put it politely.
Jordan knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Yueng on the ground.#SUB#
Jordan has an active guard here but Yueng has managed to pass into half guard.
#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Yueng sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Jordan defending well though.
Yueng is looking to pass the guard... He's managed it - he's now in full mount!
Yueng is landing with some decent strikes but Jordan is trying to advance his position so the referee is letting the fight continue.
Yueng controlling from the full mount.
Yueng dominating with strikes here.
Yueng scoring with strikes but Jordan is staying in there.
Yueng controlling his opponent. #T3##SU2#
Yueng is standing up, even though he is in mount.
Yueng tries to close the distance and clinch but Jordan swats him to one side with an open hand palm strike and circles away.
Yueng tries to clinch but Jordan moves out of range.
Jordan lands a jab followed by a nice looking cross.
Yueng shoots in looking for a takedown but Jordan manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Yueng 's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Jason Jordan has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bolo Yueng .
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Jordan is defended easily by Yueng .
No luck for Yueng with that takedown attempt. #CL2#
Yueng forces Jordan back against the cage and clinches.#T4#
Jordan changes levels and goes for a takedown here. Yueng fights it off and pushes away nicely.
Jordan dives in for a single leg takedown but Yueng sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.#CL2#
Yueng closes the distance and presses his opponent up against the cage.
Yueng stalling here - the referee won't stand for too much of that.
Jordan working hard to break the clinch.
Yueng slows down the pace here.
Yueng tries for a takedown. No joy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Jason Jordan 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##CL#
Jordan gets in close and instigates a clinch.
A frustrated look appears on Yueng 's face as he tries to break the clinch. #BC#
Jordan breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat. #TD2#
Yueng is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Jordan's half guard.
Yueng seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Jordan on his back here. We all know that wrestlers don't like being on their back so let's see if Jordan tries to get out of the position.
Jordan is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Bolo Yueng has got the better of the ground game so far.
Jordan tries to roll over but Yueng keeps him under control.#SUB#
Jordan actively working from the bottom here.#T1#
Yueng not doing much here.
Yueng is continuing to stall.
Let's hope that Yueng has the urge to step up the pace any second now because for the last 15 or 20 seconds he's just been holding on tight.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Yueng takes advantage of the dominant position to land a couple of big hammer fists.
Yueng looks towards his corner to check for any instructions. The corner give him nothing to work with, so he cracks Jordan with a short hammerfist. I guess that's as good as any advice he could get in this position.
Yueng seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Yueng keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.
Yueng is nestled in close to Jordan, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.#T3#
Yueng slips a nice elbow through Jordan's hands, connecting with Jordan's forehead.
Yueng is nestled in close to Jordan, controlling him well. He's worked in a nice elbow to the side of the head as well, for good measure.
Yueng seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Jordan trying to control here.
Yueng working Jordan over with strikes.
Yueng missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#T4##SUB2#
Yueng wants to work for an arm triangle but Jordan is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Yueng perhaps working for something from half guard, or maybe not. It looks like he's just sitting there.
Yueng tries to stand but his arm is trapped.
Yueng is scoring with some nice ground and pound from the dominant position. #SU2#
Yueng stands up and beckons Jordan to join him on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#CL2#
Yueng pushes Jordan up against the cage in a clinch.
Yueng misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Jordan.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bolo Yueng 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. The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R3#
Yueng is looking to clinch.
Jordan displaying good standup as he scores with a three punch combination.
Bolo Yueng seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Jordan throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Yueng 's waist but Yueng gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Jordan off to one side.
Jason Jordan is looking to throw some combinations by the looks of things.#CL#
Jordan takes the fight into the clinch. #BC2#
Yueng breaks the clinch and we return to the middle of the mat.
Yueng tries to clinch but Jordan is having none of it.
Jordan feinted with a counter takedown.
Jordan throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Yueng 's waist but Yueng gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Jordan off to one side.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Jordan fails with the takedown.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Jason Jordan. That's going to take a lot out of him.#TD2#
Yueng shoots in for a takedown and gets it. Let's see what he's got on the mat. #T1#
Yueng postures up in Jordan's guard and throws a big left but Jordan blocks it.
Yueng stays in close to Jordan's body and controls the position.
Yueng is pushing down on Jordan's leg trying to pass to half guard. Jordan is fighting to maintain full guard but Yueng has managed to sneak the leg through.#SUB2#
Yueng has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can Jordan defend it? Yueng steps over the head and cranks it - Jordan is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Yueng !
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:30 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Bolo Yueng !
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 19, 2019 |
#R1#
Vinson lands with a kick to the ribs.
Yueng closes this distance looking for a takedown but Vinson circles away.
Yueng shoots for a takedown but Vinson saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Vinson appears to be looking for a big counter.
Vinson really does look like a pencil wearing a pair of gloves. Let's hope he has a gameplan to suit that ridiculous body shape.
Yueng moves in looking to clinch but Vinson pushes him off.
Yueng tries to close the distance and clinch up but Vinson swats him away and circles back towards the center.
Yueng should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.#TD2#
Yueng closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Vinson did well to prevent Yueng getting side control.
Vinson trying to control but Yueng postures up.
Yueng missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng tries to pass the half guard into mount. Vinson knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt.
Vinson has hold of Yueng 's hands but Yueng slips his arm to the side and lands an elbow.
Vinson is looking for a sweep. Yueng is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#T1#
Yueng throwing shots but they're hitting the canvas more than the man.
Vinson is looking for a sweep. Yueng is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.
Vinson is trying to control but can't.
Yueng is controlling the pace.
#SUB2#
Yueng is working for a submission of some sort.
Yueng thows a huge punch but Vinson dodges it nicely.
#T2#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Yueng wants to take a breather but Vinson is having none of it.
Yueng tries to stand but can't do so whilst Vinson controls his leg.
Vinson wants to improve his position but Yueng is controlling well.
Yueng with a momentary lay and pray from half guard. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
A nice inside leg kick there by Vinson. That's going to slow Yueng down.
Yueng fails in his attempt to clinch.
Yueng moves to clinch but Vinson breaks away
and Vinson counters with a three punch combo that has Yueng backing up. Yueng nods at Vinson to acknowledge the strikes.#T3##CL2#
Yueng clinches up against the cage.
Vinson has Yueng pushed against the cage.
Vinson throws an elbow but it misses.
Vinson lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
An uppercut on the inside fails to land for Yueng .
Yueng fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Vinson lands a nice elbow from the clinch.
Good anti-grappling being displayed by Vinson as Yueng tries to tie him up.
Vinson is trying to break the clinch but Yueng has him pressed against the cage.
Yueng is trying to pull guard but Vinson has him pressed against the cage.
Jermaine Vinson has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bolo Yueng .#TD2#
Yueng jumps guard.
Yueng not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB2#
Yueng has his foot on Vinson's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Vinson works his way back into a safe position though.
Yueng is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T4#
Vinson with a flurry of punches that miss.
Vinson scoring with some ground and pound.
Vinson will need to keep those long limbs tucked in whilst he's on the ground, to prevent any submissions.
Yueng looking to hit a scissor sweep but Vinson is one step ahead there.
Yueng wants to control here, rather than go for any submissions from the bottom. At least for now.
Vinson postures up and scores with a shot to the body and a follow up elbow to the head.
Yueng has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB2#
Yueng looking for a guillotine here but Vinson defends easily.
#SUB2#
Yueng working for a triangle but Vinson defends it easily.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Yueng had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Vinson defends it easily.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Bolo Yueng will probably get the nod.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Yueng tries to clinch but Vinson moves away
and Vinson counters with a one-two to the body.
Yueng looks for a takedown but Vinson sprawls well.
Vinson is looking for a counter combo.#TD2#
Yueng scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Vinson is trying to control but can't.
#SUB#
Vinson with the active half guard here but Yueng passes nicely into side control.
Yueng lands a knee to the body and follows it up with some ground and pound to the head. That will wear Vinson down.
Yueng wants to control but Vinson is keeping him busy. #T1#
Yueng happy to just control the position for now.
Vinson is looking for a sweep.
Vinson is not content to let Yueng control the position.
Vinson wants to control but Yueng postures up.#SU2#
Yueng stands up. #TD2#
Yueng shoots in and gets a takedown into Vinson's guard.#T2#
Yueng throws a strike but Vinson rolls with it and manages to sweep. Now he's in guard on top. #REVR##SUB2#
Vinson avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Yueng striking from the bottom here.
Vinson scoring with some ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Vinson lands a couple of digs.#SUB2#
Vinson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Yueng has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Vinson has managed to get both his arms back between Yueng 's legs - danger averted.
Yueng is trying to control the position but Vinson postures up. #SUB2#
Vinson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Yueng has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Vinson has managed to get both his arms back between Yueng 's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Yueng is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Vinson defends well.#T3#
Vinson working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Yueng working a defensive guard here.
Vinson tries to stand but Yueng is controlling from the bottom.
Vinson trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Yueng is working an open guard here, looking to improve his position. No doubt that will leave him open to counters but at least he's being more offensive.#SUB2#
Yueng is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Vinson defends well.#SUB2#
Yueng is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Vinson defends well.#SUB2#
Yueng is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Vinson's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T4#
Vinson landing some decent shots from guard. #SUB2#
Vinson got a little sloppy there for a moment and Yueng has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Vinson has managed to get both his arms back between Yueng 's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Yueng throws his legs up looking to secure a triangle. Oh, that looks pretty tight, I gotta say! Vinson escapes and throws Yueng 's legs to the side, diving into side control! #SUB#
Vinson looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Yueng throws an elbow to the body but it doesn't land.
Vinson cracks Yueng with a big elbow.
Vinson working the ground and pound from side control.
Vinson cracks Yueng with an elbow. That is naaassty.
Yueng wings away with a couple of strikes but they don't land.#SUB#
Vinson is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Yueng knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Both fighters are absolutely exhausted here.
Yueng struggling a bit here.
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 Jermaine Vinson 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##TD2#
Yueng shoots in for a takedown! He's got it and he's managed to land in side control! That's better than Yueng was expecting from the takedown attempt, I'm sure!
Vinson tries to improve position but can't.
Vinson is looking to slip a leg under and get half guard but Yueng is one step ahead and moves to full mount!
Yueng takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Vinson really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Yueng trying to control but he's not successful this time. #T1#
Yueng content just to control the position here.
Vinson working to try and regain half guard.
Yueng landing shots from mount.
Vinson really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
Vinson is writhing around trying to get back to his feet. #T2#
Yueng controlling from mount.
Let's hope that Yueng 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.
Vinson wriggling around on the bottom manages to avoid the strikes thrown by Yueng .
Vinson is desperately trying to improve his position but Yueng has a good base and remains in mount.
Yueng takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Yueng connects with a couple of good shots from mount.
#T3#
Yueng controlling from the full mount.
Yueng tries to control but Vinson wriggling away.
Yueng lands a big elbow.
Vinson is in a horrible position here. Yueng smacks him with another shot as he tries to escape the position.
Vinson is working to get back to half guard.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
Yueng punishing his opponent with strikes. #ROC2#
Vinson is rocked!#T4##SUB2#
Yueng is in full mount, looking to secure a guillotine but Vinson is surviving well by controlling Yueng 's body position as best he can.
Yueng takes a little breather and maintains the position. The referee will be looking for him to stay active from such a dominant position though.
Yueng with a couple of short strikes.
Oh Vinson is still in real trouble! Will he be able to recover?!!
Vinson is bucking up trying to escape but Yueng cracks him with another couple of good strikes.
Yueng loads up on a couple of big shots to the head that have Vinson scrambling to escape. He can't get free though and several more unanswered shots from Yueng land to the head. The referee has no choice but to stop the fight. Yueng stands and salutes the crowd.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:56 of round 3, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bolo Yueng !
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jul 03, 2019 |
#R1#
Yueng misses with a combination
and Stout counters with a nice body shot. #TD2#
Yueng shoots in with a lovely double leg takedown. Stout manages to land in full guard to minimise the damage.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Stout has momentary wrist control but Yueng slips an elbow through the middle.
Yueng is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
Yueng 's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.#SUB2#
Yueng is holding a leg here, probably looking for an ankle lock - he drops back and goes for it! Stout is in trouble! Is it all over??? No! Stout has escaped and now he's on top! #REVR#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stout throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Yueng works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1#
Yueng is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage.
Yueng is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Stout won't allow Yueng to sweep him here.
Yueng working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Stout.
Yueng seems keen to control Stout's posture.
Stout preventing the sweep.
Stout postures up in Yueng 's guard and throws a big left but Yueng blocks it. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Stout throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #SUB2#
Yueng is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Stout is aware though and is defending well.
Stout loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry. #SUB2#
Yueng has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Stout can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB2#
Yueng looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Stout passes into side control.
#ES2#
Yueng throws his opponent off and manages to get back to his feet! Nicely done!#TD#
Stout shoots in and gets a takedown into Yueng 's guard.#ES2#
Yueng pushes Stout off and scrambles back to his feet.
#T3#
Yueng tries to clinch
and Stout connects with a straight left hand counter down the middle.
Stout displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Yueng . #CL#
Stout forces Yueng back against the cage and clinches.
Stout is trying to break free.
Yueng misses the knee to the body. Nice hip positioning from Stout.
Yueng tries to pull guard but Stout holds him up against the cage and eventually Yueng drops back down to his feet.
Yueng fails to pull guard.
Kirby Stout has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bolo Yueng .#T4##BC#
Stout's corner calls for him to break the clinch, which he does.
Stout blocks the body kick.
Yueng throws a combination but comes up with nothing but fresh air.
#TD2#
Stout tries to sprawl but Yueng drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Yueng trying to mount his opponent but Stout defends it.
Yueng should think about turning a few of those tyres round his middle into muscle if he wants people to take him seriously as an athlete.#SUB2#
Yueng is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Stout sees it coming and defends easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Stout is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Yueng controlling the action here.
Stout preventing any damage for now, controlling his opponent's head.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Bolo Yueng will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Stout scores with a jab. Yueng acknowledges it with a nod of the head. #CL2#
Yueng clinches up against the cage.
Yueng misses with some punches.
Yueng drops down for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Yueng can't find room to land a body shot as Stout controls the action.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Yueng gets a trip takedown into half guard.
Yueng performing his best blanket impression for a moment.
Yueng thows a wild elbow that connects with the canvas. #T1#
Yueng is thwarting Stout's attempts to control the position.
Stout misses with some strikes from the bottom.
Yueng passes the guard and advances to mount!
Yueng cracks Stout with a nasty head shot there - the crowd let out an audible gasp there, as the noise reverberated around the arena.
Stout is squirming around, avoiding Yueng 's attempts to control the action.
Yueng lands a big shot there that rocks Stout but he's holding on and managing to survive for now.
Stout tries to hold on but Yueng pushes him away. #T2#
Yueng content just to control the position here.
Yueng scores with a couple of good head shots there.
Stout takes a big shot to the head but keeps on trying to improve his position.
Yueng content just to control the position here.
Yueng has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Yueng breaks from Stout's wrist control and lands an elbow. #SUB2#
Yueng working for a guillotine from mount but Stout is in no mood to give up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The crowd cheering loudly, showing their appreciation for the quality fight we're seeing here.
Stout wants to control but Yueng is having none of it.
Yueng has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.#SU2#
Yueng stands up from the dominant position. He obviously fancies his chances standing.#T3##CL2#
Yueng instigates a clinch.
Yueng digs a right hand into Stout's ribs. Those have got to be taking their toll on Stout's gas tank.
Stout tries to pull guard but Yueng holds him up against the cage and eventually Stout drops back down to his feet.
Yueng jumps guard but Stout stands there with Yueng around his waist. Yueng gives up and drops back to his feet. We remain in the clinch.
The referee is keeping an eye on Yueng - much more stalling and he will separate the fighters.
Stout fails to pull guard.
#TD2#
Yueng pulls guard effortlessly.
Stout controls from within his opponent's guard. #ES2#
Yueng pushes Stout off and scrambles back to his feet.
#T4#
Yueng misses with a combination
and Stout counters with a straight punch to the midsection.#TD2#
Yueng closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Stout's guard.
Yueng won't allow Stout to get back to his feet. #SUB#
Stout working for submissions but it's allowed Yueng to get to half guard.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Yueng stalling.
Stout is looking to escape.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bolo Yueng showed his class in that round. I'd imagine he'll take it on all the scorecards.
That's time! Stout's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Yueng shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Stout napping and manages to drive through into side control!#SUB2#
Yueng goes for an armbar! This could be all over! Wait, no, Stout rolls with the submission and now he's on top in Yueng 's guard! Nice work there by Stout!
Yueng trying to control the position here.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Yueng is on top in guard.
#REVB#
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Stout working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Yueng . #T1#
Stout being controlled here, momentarily.
Yueng wants to control from the top but Stout keeps moving.
Stout wants to get back to his feet but he's too absorbed in his own little project and Yueng manages to pass to side control.
Stout is looking to control Yueng 's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Stout avoid being mounted?
Yueng is taking a breather. Stout 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.
Yueng lands strikes from half guard.
Stout trying to control from the bottom.
#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Yueng controlling the action here.
Yueng missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Yueng controlling the pace.
Stout flails away from the bottom but he's not doing any damage.
Yueng content to sit in half guard and control for a moment.
We've had a lack of effective grappling in the last minute or so, which could well see a referee standup.#SU2#
Yueng decides he's had enough of the ground and stands up. #T3#
Yueng misses with a takedown attempt
and Stout makes him pay by landing a nice hook to the body before moving out of range.
Stout closes the distance and clinches up with Yueng , looking for a takedown. Stout pushes Yueng against the cage but Yueng circles to the side and manages to break the clinch.#CL2#
Yueng forces Stout back against the cage and clinches.#BC#
Stout manages to break the clinch.
#TD2#
Yueng drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.
Stout can't do much from the bottom here.
Yueng scores with punches from side control.
Stout has one of Yueng 's arms on lockdown, trying to prevent him from doing any damage.
Yueng connects with a decent looking elbow from side control that caused Stout some visible discomfort.
#T4##SU2#
Yueng stands up and we're back to a striking position.
Stout scores with a crisp jab that stopped Yueng in his tracks. #TD2#
Yueng darts in and lands a nice takedown into half guard.
Stout is trying to escape back to his feet but Yueng uses the scramble to pass into side control.
Both fighters are breathing heavily.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Yueng is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Stout knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Kirby Stout has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!
Bolo Yueng is fighting for a decision - hopefully he's judged it right and he's actually winning the fight.
Stout strikes from the bottom but Yueng takes advantage and advances to full mount!
And that's the end of the fight!
Bolo Yueng comfortably won the final round on my scorecard.
I've got Yueng 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 Cecil Peabody scores the fight 27:30
Judge Gwen Towbar scores the fight 27:30
Judge Tiny Johnson scores the fight 27:30
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Bolo Yueng !
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Event:
Quick Fight Championship
Date: Jun 28, 2019 |
#R1#
Dudley fails in his attempt to clinch.
Yueng misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.
Dudley tries to clinch there but Yueng circles away.
Yueng goes for a double leg but Dudley avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Dudley continues to drive forward.
Dudley seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#CL2#
Dudley tries to keep at a distance but Yueng has taken the fight into the clinch.
Yueng is trying to force a seperation but Dudley has the dominant position.
Yueng has dropped down and is looking to force the takedown but it's defended by Dudley after a bit of a struggle.
Cedrick Dudley has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Bolo Yueng .
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Yueng turns his back and goes for a hip toss. It's a bit messy but it gets the job done and Yueng manages to end up in side control.
Dudley manages to work his way to half guard, despite Yueng 's best efforts.
Yueng looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding. #T1#
Dudley is trying to maintain the position but Yueng is very close to passing his half guard.
Yueng seems content to maintain position for now, rather than mounting any offense.
Yueng passes the guard and advances to mount!
Dudley is working to get back to half guard.
Yueng controlling from the full mount. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Dudley is in all sorts of trouble here.
Dudley is working hard here to advance position.
Yueng lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
#SUB2#
Yueng wants to finish this one by submission but Dudley is holding onto his waist, trying to prevent any attacks from Yueng .
Yueng with the ground and pound from mount.
Dudley tries to hold on but Yueng postures up.
Yueng lands a couple of nice shots there from mount.
#SU2#
Yueng stands up from the dominant position, so we're back on the feet.
Yueng throws the kick towards the body but Dudley avoids it.
Dudley seem to be loading up, looking for a big counter.#CL2#
Yueng moves into the clinch.#T3##TD2#
Yueng ties up his opponent against the cage and manages to drag the fight down to the ground. Yueng no doubt will be looking to work submissions from his guard.
Yueng lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVB#
Yueng showing good wrestling skills to control the position.
Dudley throwing some rather feeble looking strikes off his back.
Yueng landing with the ground and pound.
Dudley working a defensive guard here.
Yueng won't allow Dudley to get back to his feet. #T4#
Yueng postures up.
Yueng working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Dudley's head.
Dudley looking to control.
Yueng not doing a lot at the moment. He'll have to show some more aggression or the fight will get stood up.
Dudley is trying to control the position but Yueng postures up.
Yueng is taking a break and basically stalling. The referee will not allow him to do that for long.
Yueng slips nicely into half guard.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Yueng has freed up his trapped foot and advances to mount.
Dudley really is a fat lump.
Yueng is dominating on the ground here - he's now on his opponent's back, looking to sink in the hooks. Dudley is in real trouble.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Bolo Yueng dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Dudley moves in looking to clinch but Yueng pushes him off.
Yueng wants to clinch but Dudley slips to the side
and Dudley counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Yueng thinking. #TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Dudley enables Yueng to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Dudley manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Dudley wants to get back to his feet but Yueng is in a dominant position and won't allow it.
Yueng is frustrating his opponent with some stalling tactics from top position.
Dudley looking for a sweep. Not yet Dudley, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Yueng engaging in some classic timewasting tactics.
Yueng tries to free his leg and advance position but Dudley is retaining full guard. #T1#
Yueng slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Yueng 's corner are shouting for him to control the position and he seems happy to oblige.
The referee is asking the fighters to pick up the pace.
Yueng keeps in close for a moment and lands a decent shot to the side of Dudley's head.
Yueng stands and throws Dudley's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Dudley wants to control but Yueng postures up.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Yueng is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Dudley is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Dudley can't do much from the bottom here. #T2#
Yueng in side control lands a decent elbow.
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.
Yueng lands some shots froms side control.
Dudley is trying to improve his position.
Dudley taking a bit of punishment here - Yueng scoring with strikes.
Yueng lands an elbow.
Yueng in side control lands a decent elbow.
Yueng works a knee to the body and follows up with a nice elbow to the head.#ROC2#
Dudley is rocked!
A big shot lands for Yueng ! That's hurt Dudley! Will he recover? Yueng fires away with more strikes and the referee has to step in to stop the fight!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 2, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Bolo Yueng !
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